Le Claire public meetings in 2025

Tourism

The LeClaire Tourism Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the FY27 budget review. The agenda also lists a proposed FY26 budget amendment and budget requests for FY27.

• FY27 Budget Review
• Proposed FY26 Budget Amendment
• Tourism Budget Requests FY27

City Council

The Le Claire City Council will approve its consent agenda and consider several resolutions, including railroad crossing safety improvements, a 2025 HMA project payment, and a $553,193.69 payment for Cody Road Phase II. The council will also take a second reading of a PUD amendment for Eagle Point Subdivision and approve a TAP grant agreement for the MRT Project. Additional items include appointments for City Clerk/Treasurer and a Title VI Non‑Discrimination Coordinator.

• Resolution 25-281: Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements ESA – V&K
• Resolution 25-282: 2025 HMA Project – Pay Estimate #2 – Manatt’s
• Resolution 25-283: Cody Road Phase II – Pay Estimate #7 – Langman ($553,193.69)
• Ordinance 858: PUD Amendment – Eagle Point Subdivision – Second Reading
• Resolution 25-286: TAP Grant Agreement – MRT Project, Eagle Ridge to May

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda and several contract payments, including a $122,660 engineering services agreement and a $553,194 road construction estimate. It also passed the second reading of a PUD amendment for the Eagle Point Subdivision and authorized a federal‑aid agreement for the Mississippi River Trail project. Additionally, the council confirmed appointments for the City Clerk/Treasurer, an IDOT non‑discrimination coordinator, and a permanent member of the Tourism Board.

• Approved Consent Agenda (Resolution 25-279) – unanimous
• Approved Engineering Services Agreement with Veenstra & Kimm, Inc. up to $122,660.00 (Resolution 25-281) – unanimous
• Approved Pay Estimate 7 to Langman Construction Co. $553,193.69 for Cody Road Phase II (Resolution 25-283) – unanimous
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 858 – Eagle Point Subdivision PUD amendment – unanimous
• Approved appointment of City Clerk/Treasurer (Resolution 25-284) – unanimous
• Approved appointment of Dennis Bockenstedt as IDOT LPA Title VI Non‑Discrimination Coordinator (Resolution 25-285) – unanimous
• Authorized execution of Federal‑Aid Agreement for Mississippi River Trail Eagle Ridge to May Street Project (Resolution 25-286) – unanimous
• Approved appointment of Deborah Lewis to the Tourism Board (Resolution 25-287) – unanimous

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole will discuss two items. First, Parks and Recreation Director Greg Ludwig will talk about the Honor Among Wrestling program. Second, City Administrator Dennis Bockenstedt will present the city’s new branding. No formal decisions are indicated for these items.

• Honor Among Wrestling program discussion – Greg Ludwig, Parks and Recreation Director
• Presentation of City Branding – Dennis Bockenstedt, City Administrator
• Title VI Civil Rights compliance notice to the public

The Committee of the Whole met on December 15, 2025, with Mayor Pro Tem Amy Blair presiding. Council members moved and seconded a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously by voice vote at 7:04 p.m. No substantive actions were approved; the city branding presentation will be revisited at the January 5, 2026 council meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Tourism

The LeClaire Tourism Board met on Dec 12, 2025 at the Holiday Inn Express, 1201 Canal Shore Dr., to consider several items. The board approved the minutes from the October meeting and approved the Office of Tourism’s November invoices totaling $31,546.48. Members discussed the FY 2026‑27 tourism budget. New business set dates for a Marketing Alliance meeting at Happy Joe’s on Nov 19 and the next board meeting on Dec 12.

• Approval of October meeting minutes (motion by Wayne Walley, seconded by Connie)
• Approval of Office of Tourism November invoices – total $31,546.48 (motion by Wayne Walley, seconded by Rebecca)
• Discussion of FY 2026‑27 Tourism Budget
• Marketing Alliance meeting scheduled at Happy Joe’s on Nov 19, 8:30 am
• Tourism Board meeting scheduled at Holiday Inn Express on Dec 12, 8:30 am

Library Board

The Le Claire Library Board will approve the consent agenda, including minutes and library claims. It will discuss launching a search to replace the Library Director. The board will review suggested changes to the Customer Service Policy and consider strategic‑planning resources. A budget report will be presented, noting a $30,000 capital‑improvement allocation for staff‑space redesign.

• Approve consent agenda (minutes, library claims) by unanimous vote
• Begin director replacement search
• Review and vote on suggested changes to the Customer Service Policy
• Discuss strategic‑planning resources and timeline extension to 2026
• Present budget, highlighting $30,000 capital‑improvement funds for staff space redesign

The Library Board approved the revised Customer Service Policy by unanimous vote. The board also decided to table strategic‑planning work until a new director is hired, and began the process for Director Melita Tunnicliff’s resignation effective February 28 2026. All agenda items and the meeting adjournment were approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda, minutes, and library claims – unanimous
• Approved updated Customer Service Policy – unanimous
• Tabled strategic‑planning resources until a new director is in place
• Accepted Director Melita Tunnicliff’s planned resignation effective Feb 28 2026
• Adopted motion to adjourn the meeting – unanimous

Park & Recreation Commission

The Le Claire Parks & Recreation Commission meeting will discuss administrative updates, including a member update and project updates for Wisconsin Street, Eagle Ridge MRT, and the YMCA. They will consider the Riverfront Dumpster Removal and provide status reports on several recreational facilities such as the Huckleberry Park splash pad, Scout Park fire training center, and the Vet’s Park batting cage survey. Upcoming community programs, including Christmas in LeClaire, a February date night, and a trivia event, will also be presented.

• Project updates for Wisconsin Street, Eagle Ridge MRT, and YMCA
• Riverfront Dumpster Removal
• Huckleberry Park splash pad update and schedule
• Scout Park fire training center update
• Vet’s Park batting cage survey and engineering

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole will discuss repairs to railroad crossings and a subdivision boundary agreement with Princeton. The meeting includes a study on establishing a railroad quiet zone to reduce train horn frequency due to increased train volumes.

• Discussion of railroad crossing repairs
• Subdivision Boundary Agreement with Princeton
• Proposed quiet zone improvements estimated at $1,700,000
• Proposed installation of railroad gates at Jones Street and Wisconsin Street
• Proposed medians at Eagle Ridge Road and Canal Shore Drive

The only formal action was a motion to adjourn, moved by Bill Bloom, seconded by Ryan Salvador, and carried unanimously by voice vote at 7:14 p.m. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Le Claire City Council will approve a consent agenda, including claims and minutes from the previous meeting. The council will also hold public hearings and vote on resolutions for the Lift Station #8 project, Culver's site plan, and the Eagle Point subdivision.

• Lift Station #8 project plans, specs, cost, schedule, and bid letting
• Culver's site plan approval
• PUD Amendment for Eagle Point Subdivision
• Approval of claims totaling $196,667.41
• Approval of 10 Year Capital Improvement Program

The Le Claire City Council approved the proposed Capital Improvement Program Budget. It also approved the Lift Station No. 8 project plans and bid solicitation, a commercial site plan at 919 Mississippi View Court, and a first‑reading amendment to the Eagle Point PUD ordinance. Additional actions included acknowledging zoning recommendations, preliminarily approving tax exemptions for properties at 949 Mississippi View Court, and adopting the FY 2024‑2025 financial report.

• Approved Lift Station No. 8 plans, specifications, contract form, and bid solicitation (Resolution 25‑273) – unanimous roll‑call vote
• Acknowledged receipt of Planning & Zoning Commission recommendations (Resolution 25‑274) – unanimous roll‑call vote
• Approved Commercial Site Development Plan at 919 Mississippi View Court (Resolution 25‑275) – unanimous roll‑call vote
• Preliminarily approved tax exemption applications for Michael Jones, Jordan Pencil, and MJP Properties at 949 Mississippi View Court (Resolution 25‑276) – unanimous roll‑call vote
• Approved first reading (title only) of Ordinance 858 amending Eagle Point PUD (Ordinance 858) – unanimous roll‑call vote
• Approved the City of Le Claire Capital Improvement Program Budget (Resolution 25‑277) – unanimous roll‑call vote
• Approved the Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 Annual Financial Report (Resolution 25‑278) – unanimous roll‑call vote
• Approved the Consent Agenda for December 1, 2025 (Resolution 25‑271) – unanimous roll‑call vote

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Le Claire Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to review three items. Commissioners will consider the Culver's Restaurant site development plan at 949 Mississippi View Court, which proposes demolishing an existing structure and building a new 4,500+ square foot restaurant on a 1.49‑acre parcel. They will also discuss an amendment to Planned Overlay District Ordinance #532 that removes Lots #4 and #5 (YMCA) and revises the signage section. Finally, the commission will talk about renewing the expired subdivision‑review boundary agreement between the Cities of Princeton and Le Claire.

• Culver's Restaurant site development plan – 949 Mississippi View Ct, 1.49‑acre, demolition and new 4,500+ sq ft restaurant
• Eagle Pointe Planned Overlay District (P.U.D.) amendment – Ordinance #532, removal of Lots #4 and #5 (YMCA) and full revision of Section 5 signage
• Subdivision review boundary agreement discussion – renewal of 2009 agreement between City of Princeton and City of Le Claire

Approved Ordinances as of April 2024 - Adoption of City Code

The City Council adopted Ordinance 856 to amend Chapter 170 of the Zoning Regulations. This action rezones a specific tract of land to allow for both commercial and residential use.

• Ordinance 856: Rezones Lot #2 Block 4 in Davenport and Rodger’s Addition from C-2 Commercial into two tracts: C-2 Commercial and R-2 One and Two Family Residential

Approved Ordinances as of April 2024 - Adoption of City Code

The LeClaire City Council approved Ordinance 857, amending the city code to add Chapter 85 – Utility Connection Fee Districts. The new chapter creates sanitary‑sewer and storm‑water connection fee districts to recover design and construction costs from property owners who connect after facilities are built. It requires a public hearing before a district is established and sets payment deadlines tied to plat, site‑plan, or building‑permit approvals. Fees will be adjusted annually on July 1 based on the ENR construction cost index.

• Creation of Chapter 85 – Utility Connection Fee Districts
• Establishment of sanitary‑sewer connection fee districts with per‑acre fees
• Establishment of storm‑water drainage connection fee districts with specific exemptions
• Mandatory public hearing before establishing any connection fee district
• Annual adjustment of connection fees on July 1 using the ENR construction cost index

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation on the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) covering the 2025‑2035 planning horizon. City Administrator Dennis Bockenstedt will outline the preparation schedule, project updates, and funding sources. The council will review the CIP before the full council considers adopting the 10‑year program by resolution on Dec. 1.

• Wisconsin Street reconstruction (Cody to 15th) – $1,622,744 bond
• Holland Street reconstruction – $2,000,000 bond
• Canal Shore Bridge replacement – $800,000 grant
• Patrol Squad with Comp Police – $65,000 general fund
• City Hall HVAC replacement (4 units) – $35,000 general fund

The Committee of the Whole met on November 17, 2025 at 6:18 p.m. and heard a presentation on the proposed 2026‑2035 Capital Improvement Program. No actions or approvals were taken on the program. The meeting was adjourned at 6:39 p.m. by a unanimous voice vote.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Le Claire City Council will approve the third payment of $533,629.30 to Bill Bruce Builders for the YMCA construction project. The council will also consider several infrastructure repairs and replacements, including Lift Station #4 and a wastewater treatment plant pump, as well as a zoning amendment for Cain’s 1st Addition. Additional items include a utility fee district ordinance and annual finance reports.

• Resolution 25-256: Approve Pay Estimate 3 of $533,629.30 to Bill Bruce Builders for YMCA construction
• Resolution 25-257: Approve Lift Station #4 repairs by Mississippi Valley Pump, Inc.
• Resolution 25-258: Approve WWTP pump replacement by Mississippi Valley Pump, Inc.
• Ordinance 856: Third reading to amend zoning ordinance for Cain’s 1st Addition rezoning
• Ordinance 857: Second reading of Chapter 85 – Utility Fee Connection District

The council unanimously approved the third‑reading amendment to the zoning code to include Cain’s 1st Addition. It also approved several contract pay estimates, utility and wastewater projects, and event right‑of‑way closures. The FY 2026‑2027 budget preparation schedule and the utility fee connection district ordinance were adopted without opposition.

• Approved Ordinance 856 amending zoning to add Cain’s 1st Addition (3rd reading, unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate 3 to Bill Bruce Builders for YMCA Construction ($533,629.30, unanimous)
• Approved Mississippi Valley Pump, Inc. contract for Lift Station #4 repairs ($13,975.00, unanimous)
• Approved Mississippi Valley Pump, Inc. contract for Wastewater Treatment Plant pump replacement (up to $29,800.80, unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate 1 to Manatt’s Inc. for Hot Mix Asphalt Project ($374,131.88, unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate 2 and closeout to Five Cities Construction for PCC Panel Replacement ($866.41, unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 857 creating Chapter 85 Utility Connection Fee District (2nd reading, waive 3rd, unanimous)
• Approved closures of city right‑of‑way for Light Up LeClaire Parade, Ugly Christmas Sweater 5k, and horse‑drawn wagon rides (all unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the Wired and Wireless Internet Usage and Customer Service policies. The board will also continue discussions on strategic planning and conduct board training using Workday Learning slides.

• Review of Wired and Wireless Internet Usage policy
• Review of Customer Service Policy
• Strategic planning discussion and board training
• Review of library claims and monthly statistics

The Library Board approved the consent agenda—including the agenda, minutes from the previous meeting, and library claims—by unanimous vote. The board confirmed the hiring of Angel Martinez for a 12‑hour‑a‑week clerk position, effective October 31. Strategic planning was postponed, with the completion deadline moved to 2027 and work delayed until early 2026. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda, minutes, and library claims (unanimous)
• Confirmed hiring of Angel Martinez as clerk (effective Oct 31)
• Postponed strategic planning completion to 2027 (push to early 2026)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Tourism

The LeClaire Tourism Board will vote on approving the minutes from the October meeting and the Office of Tourism’s October invoices totaling $25,605.13. The board will hear the Marketing Alliance committee report, which noted a 30‑person meeting. Discussion items include a holiday tree‑lighting alternative and an update on the Chamber‑LMA merger effective 1/1/26. New business schedules a Marketing Alliance meeting at Happy Joe’s on Oct. 15 and a tourism board meeting on Dec. 12.

• Approval of October meeting minutes
• Approval of Office of Tourism’s October invoices ($25,605.13)
• Marketing Alliance committee report (30 attendees)
• Discussion of alternative holiday tree lighting on the riverfront
• Upcoming Marketing Alliance meeting at Happy Joe’s (Oct 15) and tourism board meeting (Dec 12)

Park & Recreation Commission

The commission will review a Rec Center analysis featuring four options ranging from basic code updates to full demolition and reconstruction. The body will also discuss the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and updates for several city parks.

• Rec Center renovation options ranging from $1,531,250 to $4,062,500
• Proposed full demolition of school and gymnasium for $205,000
• Huckleberry Park splash pad update
• Vet's Park fence and hours limit discussion
• Christmas in LeClaire and Plaza Tree planning

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Le Claire City Council will discuss the future of the Recreation Center and the vacant Albert Gross School. Staff presented three renovation options and two demolition options, with cost estimates ranging from $1.5 million to $4.1 million.

• Discussion of Recreation Center renovation options
• Review of Albert Gross School demolition costs ($205,000)
• Analysis of potential YMCA partnership for facility rentals
• Presentation of three renovation options and two demolition options
• Review of facility needs including pickleball programming and ADA compliance

The council discussed the upcoming "Christmas in LeClaire" events scheduled for Dec 5‑7, 2025. They reviewed the recreation center analysis, noting the Park Board’s support for Legat’s option 3 (full demolition) and council interest in option 4 (demolition with park improvements). No formal actions on these items were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 6:44 p.m. after a motion by Salvador, seconded by Bloom, carried unanimously by voice vote.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:44 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)

All Public Hearing Notices

The Le Claire City Council will conduct a public hearing on November 3, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 325 Wisconsin St., to consider amending the Code of Ordinances to create Chapter 85 – Utility Connection Fee Districts. The hearing will allow property owners to submit written or verbal comments on the necessity, cost, benefited area, and proposed per‑acre connection fee. After the hearing, the council may adopt, amend, or delete elements of the proposed ordinance. The agenda also includes details of the proposed Lift Station #8 Connection Fee District and associated construction costs.

• Public hearing scheduled for Nov 3, 2025, 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 325 Wisconsin St.
• Proposed amendment to create Chapter 85 Utility Connection Fee Districts in the city code
• Establishment of Lift Station #8 Connection Fee District (legal description not specified)
• Construction cost items for Lift Station #8, e.g., Mobilization $30,100; Wet Well $138,000; Electrical & Controls $95,000
• Publication fee for the notice: $19.84

City Council

The Le Claire City Council will consider several resolutions, including approval of plans for Wisconsin Street, appointments to the Planning & Zoning Commission, and a public hearing on creating Chapter 85 Utility Connection Fee Districts. The agenda also includes a second reading of Ordinance 856 to amend the zoning ordinance for Cain’s 1st Addition and a resolution to adopt the Grow Quad Cities Service Level Agreement. Additional items cover a pay application for Cody Road Phase II and a pay application for the MRT RFPL to Ferry project.

• Resolution 25-250: Cody Road Phase II – Pay Estimate 6 – Langman Construction
• Resolution 25-251: MRT RFPL to Ferry – Pay Estimate 6 – Valentine Construction
• Ordinance 856: Amend Zoning Ordinance – Cain’s 1st Addition Rezoning – Second Reading
• Public Hearing – Creation of Chapter 85 Utility Fee Connection District
• Resolution 25-252: Grow Quad Cities Service Level Agreement

The Le Claire City Council approved the plans and specifications for Wisconsin Street improvements, appointed two members to the Planning & Zoning Commission, and authorized multiple construction contracts and a utility fee district ordinance. All actions were adopted by unanimous roll‑call vote.

• Approved Wisconsin Street Improvements plans (unanimous)
• Appointed Mark Carstens & Aqeel Rizvi to Planning & Zoning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved $386,203.17 Pay Estimate to Langman Construction for Cody Road Phase II (unanimous)
• Approved $18,482.02 Pay Estimate to Valentine Construction for Riverfront Parking Lot project (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Cain’s 1st Addition rezoning amendment (unanimous)
• Authorized Economic Development Partnership with Grow Quad Cities (unanimous)
• Approved Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield group medical insurance for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Chapter 85 Utility Fee Connection District ordinance (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 325 Wisconsin St. The agenda lists only routine items—call to order, roll call, minutes, public hearings, new items, and adjournment—and includes a Title VI civil‑rights notice. No specific projects, rezoning proposals, contracts, or ordinance actions are scheduled for discussion.

• Title VI Notice to the Public – civil‑rights compliance notice

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Le Claire City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss two agenda items. First, the QC Chamber will present information on the city’s membership in the Grow Quad Cities economic development partnership. Second, the council will review Chapter 145 concerning dangerous buildings. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• QC Chamber – Grow Quad Cities membership discussion
• Chapter 145 – Dangerous Buildings Review
• Title VI civil rights compliance notice
• Call to Order with Roll Call

All Public Hearing Notices

The Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings regarding a proposal by RLLC LLC. The body is considering splitting a 0.39 acre lot into two and changing the land use and zoning of one lot from commercial to residential.

• Minor final plat to split 510 N. Cody Road into two lots
• Proposed comprehensive plan amendment to change Lot #2 of Cain’s First Addition to low density residential
• Proposed zoning amendment to change Lot #2 from C-2 Commercial Business District to R-2 One and Two Family Residential District

All Public Hearing Notices

The LeClaire Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Oct 2, 2025 to receive comments and consider action on two residential subdivision plat requests. The City Council will hold a related public hearing on Oct 20, 2025 for the same projects. Both requests were submitted by Silverthorne Development Home Builders of Sycamore, Illinois.

• Timbers Edge 2nd Addition – proposed 19‑lot, 16.15‑acre residential subdivision
• Timbers Edge 3rd Addition – proposed 52‑lot, 9.15‑acre residential subdivision
• Public hearing by Planning & Zoning Commission: Oct 2, 2025, 6:00 p.m., City Council Chambers, 325 Wisconsin St.
• Public hearing by City Council: Oct 20, 2025, 6:00 p.m., City Council Chambers, 325 Wisconsin St.
• Submitted by Silverthorne Development Home Builders (Sycamore, IL)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several land development projects, including final plats and a zoning amendment for Cain’s 1st Addition. The body is also considering fee schedule amendments for police and recreation and various equipment purchases.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 856 to amend zoning for Cain’s 1st Addition
• Final plat approvals for Timbers Edge 2nd and 3rd Additions and Cain’s 1st Addition
• Resolution 25-232 for City Hall HVAC replacement by Precision Air
• Resolution 25-230 for police squad equipment from 424 Warning Systems
• Resolution 25-242 for Timbers Edge Lift Station Development Agreement

The Le Claire City Council unanimously approved a series of items, including updates to the city fee schedule and several equipment purchases. It also approved final plats for the Timbers Edge and Cain’s additions and amended the Comprehensive Plan to rezone Cain’s First Addition Lot 2 for low‑density residential use. Additional actions included setting a public hearing date for utility fee districts and authorizing the Witches Walk event on Front Street.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved updates to City-wide Fee Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of police equipment ($16,023.57) (unanimous)
• Approved HVAC replacement contract for City Hall ($31,758.00) (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #3 to Comprehensive Plan rezoning Cain’s First Addition Lot 2 to low‑density residential (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of IT equipment for upgrades ($16,778.46) (unanimous)
• Approved date for public hearing on Utility Connection Fee Districts (Nov 3 2025) (unanimous)
• Approved exclusive use of Front Street for Witches Walk event (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Le Claire Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold its regular meeting on October 16, 2025. The agenda consists of standard items—call to order, roll call, minutes, public hearings, new items, and adjournment—along with a Title VI civil‑rights notice. No specific rezoning, contract, or ordinance items are listed for discussion.

• Title VI Notice to the Public (civil‑rights compliance notice)

Library Board

The board will vote to approve the Annual Report to City Council, which was moved by Linda, seconded by Jim, and passed unanimously. The meeting will also discuss the new strategic plan, including input from three demographic groups and the Friends of the Library. Board members will receive strategic‑planning training slides and continue training next month. No public comment was received and the agenda includes routine budget and statistics reports.

• Approve Annual Report to City Council (unanimous vote)
• Discuss new strategic plan and gather input from three demographic groups and Friends of the Library
• Board training on strategic‑planning slides to be distributed
• Review FY2025 annual survey statistics (new business)
• No public comment submitted this month

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, minutes, and library claims. They created an ad‑hoc strategic planning committee composed of Calla Parochetti, Linda Mitchell, and Mandy Harvey and agreed to invite a Friends of the Library member to consult with the committee. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned.

• Approved agenda, minutes, and library claims (unanimous)
• Formed ad hoc strategic planning committee (Calla, Linda, Mandy)
• Decided to invite a Friends of the Library member to consult with the committee
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Le Claire Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items—including call to order, roll call, minutes, public hearings, or new items—will be discussed or decided. Residents should note that no actions or votes will occur at this time.

• Meeting cancelled – no agenda items will be acted upon

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole will review the library's annual report and the Witches Walk event. The body will also receive updates on the Capital Improvement Program, Lift Station 8, and the Sidewalk Infill Program.

• Sidewalk Infill Program updates for Davenport Street, Eagle Ridge, Pebble Creek, and Kwik Star extension on S. Cody Road
• Witches Walk event scheduled for October 25, 2025
• FY 24-25 Library Annual Report
• Lift Station 8 update
• Capital Improvement Program update

City Council

The Le Claire City Council will approve its consent agenda and the September 15 meeting minutes. It will consider several pay estimates, including a $476,302.85 payment to Bruce Builders for the YMCA construction project. Additional items include payments for the Riverfront ferry lot, Cody Road Phase II, and other public‑works contracts.

• Resolution 25-212: Approval of the consent agenda
• Resolution 25-213: Approval of September 15, 2025 council minutes
• Resolution 25-215: YMCA Construction – Pay Estimate 2 – Bruce Builders ($476,302.85)
• Resolution 25-216: MRT Riverfront Lot to Ferry – Pay Estimate 5 – Valentine Construction ($13,825.00)
• Resolution 25-217: Cody Road Phase II – Pay Estimate 5 – Langman Construction ($340,288.46)

The Le Claire City Council unanimously approved several contracts and agreements, including a $476,302.85 payment to Bill Bruce Builders for the YMCA construction project. Other approvals covered road and trail projects, sewage system work, and a rock‑salt supply contract. The council also adopted an employee benefits broker agreement and amended the collective bargaining contract with AFSCME Local 3725.

• Approved $476,302.85 YMCA Construction Project contract (unanimous)
• Approved $340,288.46 Cody Road Phase II Project contract (unanimous)
• Approved $44,758.89 Mississippi River Trail – Riverfront Parking Lot to Ferry St contract (unanimous)
• Approved installation of a sewage ejector pump at 318 Dodge Street (unanimous)
• Approved up to $11,961.00 repair/replacement of variable frequency drive at Lift Station 3 (unanimous)
• Approved $54,042.00 winter rock‑salt supply contract with Compass Minerals (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with North Risk Partners for employee benefits broker services (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to the three‑year collective bargaining contract with AFSCME Local 3725 (unanimous)

Tourism

The LeClaire Tourism Board will vote to approve the minutes from the September meeting and the Office of Tourism’s September invoices, which total $16,137.84. The board will receive updates on the Chamber‑LMA merger slated for 1/1/26, hardware for streetlights and holiday tree lighting, and the search for a restaurant representative. New meeting dates for the Marketing Alliance (Oct 15) and the Tourism Board (Nov 7) will also be confirmed.

• Approve Office of Tourism September invoices – total $16,137.84
• Approve minutes from the September meeting
• Update on Chamber and LMA merger effective 01/01/26
• Update on hardware procurement for streetlights and holiday tree lighting
• Schedule Marketing Alliance meeting on Oct 15 and Tourism Board meeting on Nov 7

Board of Adjustment

The Le Claire Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for October 2, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda lists no new items or public hearings to be considered.

• Meeting cancelled
• No new items scheduled
• No public hearings scheduled

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider final plats for two residential subdivisions and a lot split. The body will also discuss a comprehensive plan amendment and a zoning change for a property on N. Cody Road.

• Timbers Edge 2nd Addition: Final plat for 19-lot, 16.15+/- acre residential subdivision at Holland St and N. 15th St
• Timbers Edge 3rd Addition: Final plat for 52-lot, 9.15+/- acre residential subdivision at Holland St and N. 15th St
• Cain's First Addition: Final plat to split 510 N. Cody Road into two lots
• Cain's First Addition: Proposal to change Lot #2 from C-2 Commercial to R-2 One and Two Family Residential
• Board vacancy following the resignation of Taylor

All Public Hearing Notices

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request to split a 0.39-acre property into two lots. The body will also discuss changing the land use and zoning of Lot #2 from commercial to residential.

• Review of minor final plat to split 510 N. Cody Road into two lots
• Proposed comp plan amendment to change Lot #2 of Cain’s First Addition to low density residential
• Proposed zoning change for Lot #2 from C-2 Commercial Business District to R-2 One and Two Family Residential District

All Public Hearing Notices

The Le Claire Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 2, 2025 to receive comments and consider action on two residential development final plat requests. Both proposals are for the Timbers Edge area at the southeast quadrant of Holland Street and N. 15th Street and are submitted by Silverthorne Development Home Builders of Sycamore, Illinois. The 2nd Addition proposes 19 lots covering about 16.15 acres of single‑family homes, while the 3rd Addition proposes 52 lots covering about 9.15 acres of townhouses. The City Council will also hold a hearing on October 20, 2025 for the same matters.

• Timbers Edge 2nd Addition – 19 lots, ~16.15 acres, single‑family homes, applicant: Silverthorne Development Home Builders (Sycamore, IL).
• Timbers Edge 3rd Addition – 52 lots, ~9.15 acres, townhouses (four attached units), applicant: Silverthorne Development Home Builders (Sycamore, IL).
• Location for both additions: SE quadrant of the intersection of Holland Street and N. 15th Street, Le Claire, IA.
• Public hearing scheduled for Planning and Zoning Commission on Oct 2, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 325 Wisconsin Street.
• City Council hearing scheduled for Oct 20, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers for the same site‑plan developments.

Park & Recreation Commission

The Le Claire Parks & Recreation Commission will review updates on the splash pad, scout park, and capital improvement program. A key item is the discussion of raising recreation‑center rental fees to $20 per hour. The commission will also receive updates on park maintenance such as painting at Huckleberry Park and tree work at Scout and Hollyhock Parks.

• Splash Pad Update
• Rec Center Fees Discussion – possible $20 per hour rental rate
• Scout Park Discussion
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP) overview
• Recreational Facilities Updates – painting at Huckleberry Park; tree updates at Scout and Hollyhock Parks

Planning & Zoning Commission

The September 25, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The agenda listed standard items (Call to Order, Roll Call, Minutes, Public Hearings, New Items, Adjournment) but none were acted upon.

Board of Adjustment

The Le Claire Board of Adjustment is scheduled to meet on September 18, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, minutes review, public hearings, and new items. The meeting is currently listed as cancelled.

• Meeting scheduled for September 18, 2025
• Location: Council Chambers, 325 Wisconsin St
• Agenda items include public hearings and new items
• Commission Members: Jeannine Omerza, Debbie Smith, Luanne Taylor, Jim Work (Chair), Dale Zahn

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a facility assessment report for the Recreation Center at 429 N. 3rd Street. The report identifies systemic deterioration and proposes three investment tiers for repairs or replacement.

• Recreation Center renovation options: 'Good' ($1,531,250), 'Better' ($1,968,750), and 'Best' ($4,062,500) for full replacement
• 8th Street speed study and parking discussion
• MindFire branding research findings and schedule
• Honor Among Wrestling special events at the Rec Center
• Architectural report noting ADA non-compliance and water intrusion at 429 N. 3rd Street

The council gave no objection to the Honor Among Wrestling special event at the Recreation Center. A motion to adjourn the meeting was moved, seconded, and carried unanimously by voice vote.

• Approved Honor Among Wrestling event at Recreation Center (no objection)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

All Public Hearing Notices

The City of Le Claire is proposing an amendment to the current budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The changes primarily involve carrying forward unrealized revenues and expenditures from Fiscal Year 2025. The city states there will be no increase in taxes.

• Proposed increase in Capital Projects expenditures by $12,784,332
• Proposed increase in Intergovernmental revenues by $6,782,000
• Transfer of $49,650 in sales tax to the Tourism Fund for a branding campaign
• Proposed increase in Community and Economic Development expenditures by $434,427
• Public hearing scheduled for September 15, 2025, at 6:00 PM at City Hall

City Council

The Le Claire City Council meeting will vote on the corrected FY26 Budget Amendment 1. Other agenda items include a bank services rate commitment, a planned City Hall closure on Dec. 24, 2025, a YMCA construction pay estimate, and a change order for the Riverfront Lot to Ferry project.

• Resolution 25-207: FY26 Budget Amendment 1 (Corrected)
• Resolution 25-208: Bank Services & Rate Commitment – First Central State Bank
• Resolution 25-209: City Hall Closure – December 24, 2025
• Resolution 25-205: YMCA Construction – Pay Estimate 1 – Bruce Builders
• Resolution 25-206: MRT – Riverfront Lot to Ferry – Change Order 3 – Valentine Construction

The council unanimously approved the FY26 corrected Budget Amendment 1. It also authorized a fire‑department equipment purchase of up to $21,470, the disposal of a police interceptor, and reappointments for the Park & Recreation Commission. Additional approvals included a $339,588.15 payment to Bruce Builders for the YMCA project, a contract extension with First Central State Bank, and the closure of City Hall on December 24, 2025.

• Approved FY26 corrected Budget Amendment 1 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of fire protection equipment up to $21,470.00 (unanimous)
• Approved disposal of Police Squad #49 2019 Ford Police Interceptor (unanimous)
• Reappointed Park & Recreation Commission members Tom Ross and Maggie Wright for three‑year terms (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $339,588.15 to Bruce Builders for YMCA construction (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order 3 to Valentine Construction Co. for $13,825.00 for Riverfront Parking project (unanimous)
• Approved one‑year contract extension with First Central State Bank (unanimous)
• Approved closure of City Hall on December 24, 2025 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Le Claire Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for September 11, 2025 was cancelled. As a result, no items were discussed, decided, or voted on. The agenda consisted only of a Title VI civil‑rights notice and standard procedural headings.

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss a new strategic plan and review an amended annual report for City Council approval. The meeting also includes a strategic planning webinar for board training.

• Discussion of new strategic plan
• Approval of amended Annual Report to City Council
• Strategic planning webinar for board training
• Review of library claims and monthly statistics

The Library Board approved the consent agenda with a unanimous vote. The board then unanimously approved the Annual Report to the City Council as amended. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Annual Report to City Council (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Tourism

The LeClaire Tourism Board will meet to approve minutes and invoices from August, receive updates on tourism management and marketing efforts, and discuss ongoing projects like the Freedom Rock repairs and restaurant representation. The board will also hear a report on recent focus groups and social media performance.

• Approval of August meeting minutes
• Approval of Office of Tourism’s August invoices totaling $34,800.22
• Update on Freedom Rock repairs and potential tourism involvement
• Discussion on restaurant representation for the Tourism Board
• Review of focus group results and social media ad performance

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for September 4, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Park & Recreation Commission

The Le Claire Park & Recreation Commission will discuss rec center fees, administrative items including MSA bid results, and updates on Huckleberry Park, Scout Park, and the Vet’s Park/Rec Center.

• Rec Center Fees discussion
• MSA Bid Results
• Huckleberry Park updates
• Scout Park updates
• Vet’s Park/Rec Center updates

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss two upcoming community events. Parks & Recreation Director Greg Ludwig will lead discussions regarding the LeClaire Wine Stampede and the Annual Fall Fest on the Riverfront.

• LeClaire Wine Stampede scheduled for September 20, 2025
• Annual Fall Fest on the Riverfront scheduled for October 11, 2025

Mayor Dennis Gerard called the Committee of the Whole to order at 6:21 p.m. The council heard announcements about the LeClaire Wine Stampede on September 20 and the annual Fall Fest on October 12. The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 p.m. by a unanimous voice vote, with no substantive decisions made.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a budget amendment for FYE26 and review several infrastructure and public safety contracts. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of six firefighters.

• Contract award to Valentine Construction for Huckleberry Splash Pad & Playground
• Engineering services agreement with Veenstra & Kimm for 12th & Davenport Storm Sewer
• Sewer maintenance agreement with CIT Sewer Solutions
• Fire Department turnout gear from Dinges Fire Co.
• FYE26 Budget Amendment 1 public hearing setting

The Le Claire City Council unanimously approved a series of items, including a $12,150 purchase of fire turnout gear and an automatic aid agreement with Bettendorf for structure fire response. It awarded Valentine Construction a contract up to $885,122 for the Huckleberry Park Splashpad Project and approved a three‑year sewer maintenance agreement with CIT Sewer Solutions. Additional approvals covered engineering services for the 12th & Davenport Storm Sewer Project, a $66,972.40 pay estimate for the Mississipp River Trail parking lot, and the installation of new flooring at City Hall.

• Approved Consent Agenda (Resolution 25‑190) – unanimous
• Approved August 18, 2025 minutes (Resolution 25‑191) – unanimous
• Approved purchase of fire turnout gear up to $12,150.00 (Resolution 25‑192) – unanimous
• Approved Automatic Aid Agreement with City of Bettendorf (Resolution 25‑193) – unanimous
• Awarded Valentine Construction splashpad contract up to $885,122.00 (Resolution 25‑194) – unanimous
• Approved three‑year sewer maintenance agreement with CIT Sewer Solutions (Resolution 25‑195) – unanimous
• Approved engineering services agreement up to $32,310.00 for 12th & Davenport Storm Sewer Project (Resolution 25‑196) – unanimous
• Approved Pay Estimate $66,972.40 to Valentine Construction for Riverfront Parking Lot project (Resolution 25‑197) – unanimous

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission of Le Claire, Iowa, did not conduct any substantive business at this meeting. The agenda contained only procedural items and was ultimately cancelled.

Board of Adjustment

The Le Claire Board of Adjustment did not conduct any substantive business at this meeting. The agenda was entirely procedural, with no new items, public hearings, or decisions scheduled. The meeting was ultimately cancelled.

Approved Ordinances as of April 2024 - Adoption of City Code

The City has adopted Ordinance 855 and Chapter 7 of the City Code to regulate financial affairs. This includes rules for budget preparation, capital improvement definitions, and purchasing controls.

• Ordinance 855: Omnibus Changes to City Code
• Budget proposal deadline set for the last Monday in January annually
• Expenditure limit of $10,000 for City Administrator and Department Heads without Council review
• Requirement for three written proposals for purchases exceeding $2,500
• Definition of Major Capital Improvements including items between $5,000 and $15,000 with a 10-year life expectancy

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for August 18, 2025, is cancelled. No items were listed for discussion.

All Public Hearing Notices

The City of Le Claire will hold a public hearing to amend its current fiscal year 2025-26 budget. The proposed changes reflect carry-forward of unrealized revenues and expenditures from FY2025, including grants and capital spending, with no increase in property taxes.

• Amendment of current budget totaling $48.9M in revenues and $56.6M in expenditures
• No increase in property taxes ($3.58M levied remains unchanged)
• Addition of $8.68M in intergovernmental revenues and $1.76M in transfers in
• Capital projects budget raised by $12.8M to $36.0M
• Public hearing scheduled for 8/18/2025 at 6:00 PM in City Hall, 325 Wisconsin Street

All Public Hearing Notices

The City Council will hold a public hearing to review the plans, specifications, and contract form for improvements to Huckleberry Park. This meeting focuses on the addition of a splash pad and playground.

• Public hearing on Huckleberry Park Improvements (Splash Pad & Playground)

City Council

The LeClaire City Council will hold its regular meeting to approve routine claims, minutes, and minor park improvements. No major policy decisions or ordinances are scheduled for a vote.

• Renewal of Mississippi Cottage Antiques business license
• Legacy Baseball special event permit for Veterans Memorial Park (Sept 6–7, 2025)
• Huckleberry Park improvements public hearing and related resolutions
• Cody Road Phase II Pay Estimate 4 for $218,605.10 to Langman Construction
• Sanitary sewer televising services agreement with Veenstra & Kimm for $8,149.00

The Le Claire City Council unanimously approved several contracts and purchases, including park improvements, fire department equipment, and contractor agreements. It also adopted the FY26 Budget Amendment 1 and an interfund transfers amendment. The council authorized a loan agreement to issue General Obligation bonds and levy taxes for repayment. All motions passed by unanimous roll‑call vote.

• Approved Huckleberry Park Splash Pad & Playground project (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to MSA Professional Services contract up to $71,500 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of fire department cardiac equipment up to $39,930 (unanimous)
• Authorized Ferrel’s Fab as contractor for fire training center up to $24,670 (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate 4 to Langman Construction for Cody Road Phase II $218,605.10 (unanimous)
• Approved engineering services agreement with Veenstra & Kimm for sanitary sewer review up to $12,554 (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 Budget Amendment 1 (unanimous)
• Approved loan agreement for General Obligation Corporate Purpose and Refunding Bonds (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission of Le Claire, IA did not conduct substantive business at this meeting. The agenda contained only procedural items (call to order, roll call, minutes) and a Title VI public notice, with no new items or public hearings scheduled.

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the annual report for City Council approval. The board will also coordinate upcoming training for newly elected officials from the Iowa Public Information Board.

• Annual Report to City Council for approval
• Iowa Public Information Board (IPIB) training for newly elected officials

The board approved the consent agenda—including the meeting agenda, prior minutes, and July 31 library claims—by unanimous vote. The Annual Report to City Council was approved with a minor addition to the summer‑reading infographic, also unanimously. Trustee Calla Parochetti was assigned to lead next month’s board training on strategic planning. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous motion.

• Approved consent agenda (agenda, minutes, library claims) – unanimous
• Approved Annual Report to City Council with minor add – unanimous
• Assigned Calla Parochetti as trustee for next month’s board training – no vote recorded
• Moved to adjourn the meeting – unanimous

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for August 7, 2025, has been cancelled. No items will be decided or discussed.

Park & Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss administrative updates, recreational facility maintenance, and upcoming sports programs. The agenda includes a non-voting item regarding pricing adjustments for the Rec Center.

• Rec Center pricing adjustment (no vote)
• Scout Park survey and tree maintenance
• Vet's Park updates regarding signs, speed limits, and batting cages
• Huckleberry Park soccer and football start dates
• Upcoming programs: Farmer's Market, soccer, and flag football

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole will discuss proposed amendments to the FY26 budget and transfers, which primarily carry forward unrealized revenues and expenditures from FY25. The body will also discuss a special event for the Legacy Baseball Club at Veterans Memorial Park.

• Proposed FY26 budget amendment including a $1,350,000 YMCA land purchase
• Proposed $35,000 for City Hall carpet
• Proposed budget increases for public safety, including a $42,570 thermal imaging camera and $28,900 for a fire training center
• Proposed $384,777 for economic development grants
• Discussion of Legacy Baseball Club special event at Veterans Memorial Park

The City Council moved to adjourn the Committee of the Whole meeting at 6:40 p.m. The motion was made by Bill Bloom, seconded by Sara Gravert, and carried unanimously by voice vote. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled during this meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a budget amendment for FYE26 and the awarding of General Obligation Corporate Purpose and Refunding Bonds. The meeting also includes a second reading of city code omnibus changes and a proposed hearing for Huckleberry Park improvements.

• Resolution 25-175: FYE26 Budget Amendment 1 (Set Hearing)
• Resolution 25-176: Awarding General Obligation Corporate Purpose and Refunding Bonds, Series 2025
• Resolution 25-173: Huckleberry Park Improvements (Set Hearing)
• Ordinance 855: City Code Omnibus Changes (Second Reading)
• Resolution 25-174: MRT Riverfront Lot to Ferry pay estimate for Valentine Construction

The council approved several contracts and set dates for upcoming public hearings. It authorized up to $58,900 for fire‑station flooring and $183,178.65 for a Mississippi River Trail parking‑lot project. The council adopted omnibus changes to the city code and scheduled budget‑amendment and park‑improvement hearings for August 18, 2025. It also authorized a Minimum Assessment Agreement for property at 513 N Cody Road.

• Approved up to $58,900 fire station flooring contract (unanimous roll call vote)
• Set public hearing for Huckleberry Park improvements on Aug 18, 2025 (unanimous roll call vote)
• Approved $183,178.65 payment to Valentine Construction for Riverfront Parking Lot (unanimous roll call vote)
• Adopted omnibus code changes (second reading) (unanimous roll call vote)
• Scheduled Aug 18, 2025 hearing for 2025‑2026 Budget Amendment 1 (unanimous roll call vote)
• Awarded General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2025 (unanimous roll call vote)
• Authorized Minimum Assessment Agreement for 513 N Cody Road property (unanimous roll call vote)

Tourism

The Tourism Board will review July invoices and the Tourism Manager's report. Members will discuss directional signage for Holland and 3rd Streets and a proposal to merge the Chamber and LMA into one organization.

• Approval of July invoices totaling $23,606.52
• Discussion of directional signage on Holland and 3rd Streets
• Proposal to join Chamber and LMA into one organization
• Discussion regarding a restaurant representative for the Tourism Board
• Review of Scott County Freedom Rock

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for July 24, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss traffic control at Vets Plex Park. Parks & Recreation Director Greg Ludwig is scheduled to lead the discussion.

• Discussion of traffic control at Vets Plex Park

The City Council met on July 21, 2025 at City Hall. The only action taken was to adjourn the meeting; the motion was moved by Barry Long, seconded by Ryan Salvador, and carried unanimously by voice vote. No other decisions or approvals were made.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

All Public Hearing Notices

The City Council will conduct a public hearing to discuss amending multiple chapters of the LeClaire Code of Ordinances. The proposed changes cover a wide range of city operations, including fiscal management, zoning, and public health.

• Proposed omnibus changes to Chapter 7 (Fiscal Management)
• Proposed omnibus changes to Chapter 170 (Zoning Regulations)
• Proposed omnibus changes to Chapter 161 (Signs)
• Proposed omnibus changes to Chapter 49 (Special Events)
• Proposed omnibus changes to Chapter 122 (Peddlers, Solicitors, and Transient Merchants)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and first reading for omnibus changes to the City Code. The body is also considering several infrastructure payments, urban renewal applications, and special event permits.

• Public Hearing and first reading of Ordinance 855 for City Code Omnibus Changes
• Payment of $191,565.51 to Langman Construction for Cody Road Phase II
• Urban Renewal and Fill the Storefront grant applications for 513 N. Cody (CZ Homes LLC)
• Authorization for 2025A GO Bonds preliminary official statement
• Special event permits for British Auto Show, Color Run, and Tugfest

The council unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance 855, which makes omnibus changes to several chapters of the city code. It also approved an economic development grant agreement with CZ Homes LLC and a series of permits for upcoming community events. Additional actions included updates to public‑works staffing, release of retainage funds, and a library board appointment.

• Approved Consent Agenda (Resolution 25-157) – unanimous
• Approved amendment to Public Works Director job description (Resolution 25-159) – unanimous
• Approved release of $18,955.61 retainage to BWC Inc for parking lot project (Resolution 25-160) – unanimous
• Approved $191,565.51 pay estimate to Langman Construction for Cody Road Phase II (Resolution 25-161) – unanimous
• Approved first reading of City Code Omnibus Changes (Ordinance 855) – unanimous
• Approved Economic Development Grant agreement with CZ Homes LLC (Resolution 25-163) – unanimous
• Approved Library Board appointment of James Earel (Resolution 25-165) – unanimous
• Approved exclusive use of Riverfront area for Annual Tugfest event Aug 4‑11 (Resolution 25-168) – unanimous

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustments meeting scheduled for July 17, 2025, was cancelled. No specific items were decided or discussed.

Tourism

The Tourism Board will meet to elect officers and review a presentation from Mindfire Communications. The body is discussing a proposal to merge the Chamber and the LeClaire Marketing Alliance into one organization.

• Proposal to join Chamber and LMA into one organization
• Discussion of hardware for streetlights
• Approval of Office of Tourism's May invoices
• Presentation by Mindfire Communications
• Discussion regarding a restaurant representative for the Tourism Board

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for July 10, 2025, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees is discussing the appointment of a new trustee from three applicants and reviewing the customer service policy. The board is also monitoring the director's evaluation process and strategic planning research.

• Review of three applicants for an open Board position
• Discussion of the Customer Service Policy
• Library claims totaling $4,386.99 for the current month
• Report on 223 registered participants for the Summer Reading Program
• Discussion of lost statewide database access due to federal budget cuts

The Library Board unanimously approved the director evaluation and nominated Jim Earel as the new trustee, pending City Council approval. The board also elected Calla Parochetti as President, Nick Johnson as Vice President, and Linda Mitchell as Secretary for FY26. The customer service policy was deferred to the August meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved director evaluation (unanimous)
• Nominated Jim Earel as new trustee (unanimous)
• Elected Calla Parochetti as President (unanimous)
• Elected Nick Johnson as Vice President (unanimous)
• Elected Linda Mitchell as Secretary (unanimous)
• Moved customer service policy to August meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole will discuss planned improvements to Huckleberry Park and the annual Color Run special event. The meeting includes a review of construction documents for park upgrades.

• Discussion of Huckleberry Park Improvements with MSA
• Discussion of the annual Color Run special event

The council discussed plans for a splashpad at Huckleberry Park but took no action. Council members expressed no objections, effectively approving the annual Color Run scheduled for August 2, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous voice vote.

• Approved the annual Color Run event (no objections recorded)
• Motion to adjourn carried unanimously (voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a mixed-use site development plan for 408 N Cody Rd. The body is also awarding several construction contracts for the YMCA and road improvements.

• Public hearing and vote on Mixed Use Site Development Plan at 408 N Cody Rd
• Awarding YMCA construction contract to Bill Bruce Builders Inc.
• Awarding 2025 HMA Improvements contract to Manatts
• Awarding 2025 PCC Panel Replacements contract to Five Cities Construction
• URA preliminary approval for Mark Keppy/The Bedrock at 408 N Cody Rd

The council unanimously approved the Mixed‑Use Site Development Plan for 408 N Cody Road. It also approved several contracts, including a $14,566,000 YMCA construction contract, a $624,923.55 hot‑mix asphalt contract, and other engineering and construction agreements. Additionally, the mayor’s appointment to the Planning & Zoning Commission was confirmed.

• Approved Mixed‑Use Site Development Plan at 408 N Cody Road (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Engineering Services Agreement with Veenstra & Kimm for Wisconsin St Reconstruction, up to $36,106.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order 1 to Langman Construction Co for Cody Road Phase II, $50,250.00 (unanimous)
• Awarded YMCA Construction Project contract to Bill Bruce Builders Inc, up to $14,566,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Team Services Inc for construction testing & inspection for YMCA, up to $30,465.50 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2025 Hot Mix Asphalt Project contract to Manatts Inc, up to $624,923.55 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2025 Plain Cement Concrete Panels Project contract to Five Cities Construction, up to $29,337.50 (unanimous)
• Approved Mayor’s appointment of Telly Skahill to Planning & Zoning Commission (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The LeClaire Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request to reduce the required front-yard setback from 25 feet to 5 feet for a single-family lot at 102 S. 2nd Street. The variance would allow a larger home to be built on a corner lot at the intersection of Wisconsin Street and 2nd Street. The board may hold a second meeting on July 17 to render a final decision.

• Variance request for 102 S. 2nd Street to reduce front-yard setback from 25’ to 5’
• Public hearing scheduled for July 3, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in LeClaire City Council Chambers
• Second meeting possible on July 17, 2025, for final decision
• Filing fee paid: $250.00
• Notice published in The Quad-City Times on June 18, 2025, for $42.41

All Public Hearing Notices

The LeClaire Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to review a variance request for a residential property. The board will consider whether to allow a reduction in the required front yard setback.

• Request by Quint and Kristin Early (KJ Enterprises LLC) to reduce front yard setback from 25’ to 5’ at 102 S. 2nd Street

Park & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission discussed riverfront bandshell renderings and the potential for a usage survey at Scout Park. The body also reviewed the status of splash pad bids and the upcoming analysis of the rec center's redevelopment.

• Review of riverfront bandshell renderings presented by Streamline Architects
• Discussion of a usage survey for Scout Park regarding the fire training center
• Legat Architecture firm to analyze rec center for upkeep or redevelopment recommendations
• YMCA bids pending approval in July for the lowest bidder
• Reports of vandalism at Huckleberry Park

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for two development projects. The body will also consider a replacement for a board vacancy.

• Proposed mixed-use site plan at 408 N. Cody Road featuring 3,240 sq ft of retail and 9,840 sq ft of residential space
• Proposed 10-lot residential subdivision sketch plan at Pebble Creek Golf Course along Cobblestone Ln
• Discussion regarding a board vacancy to replace member McCracken

All Public Hearing Notices

The LeClaire Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a mixed-use site plan and a residential subdivision sketch. The City Council will hold a follow-up public hearing on these items on July 7, 2025.

• Mixed-use site development plan for 408 N. Cody Road including 3,240 sq ft retail and 9,840 sq ft residential space
• Sketch plan review for a proposed 10-lot residential subdivision at Pebble Creek Golf Course along Cobblestone Ln

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustments meeting scheduled for June 19, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole will review the final design and construction schedule for the Wisconsin Street reconstruction project. The body will also discuss omnibus changes to the City Code of Ordinances.

• Wisconsin Street reconstruction from 15th Street to Cody Road
• Proposed 31-foot wide concrete road with curb, gutter, and new storm sewer
• Installation of an 8-foot wide concrete trail from 15th to 4th Street
• Construction phasing planned from Spring 2026 to Spring 2028
• Omnibus changes to the City Code of Ordinances

The council expressed no objection to the Wisconsin Street reconstruction design presented by the project engineer, effectively approving the plan. The council also expressed no objection to the omnibus changes to the City Code of Ordinances presented by the City Administrator, thereby approving those changes. A motion to adjourn was moved by Councilmember Long, seconded by Gravert, and carried unanimously by voice vote.

• Approved Wisconsin Street reconstruction design (no objection)
• Approved omnibus City Code of Ordinances changes (no objection)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

All Public Hearing Notices

The LeClaire City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the plans, specifications, and contract form for the 2025 Hot Mix Asphalt Project. Residents may submit written comments to the City Clerk or speak at the meeting.

• Public hearing for 2025 Hot Mix Asphalt Project

City Council

The City Council will discuss infrastructure projects, including HMA improvements and property acquisition on Woodland Dr. The meeting also covers a new police officer's oath of office and tourism contracts.

• Public Hearing: 2025 HMA Improvements plans, specs, and contract form
• Resolution 25-136: Property acquisition at 3235 Woodland Dr (Zaruba/Cassatt)
• Resolution 25-134: 15th Street Trail fencing contract with Sampson Fence
• Resolution 25-143: Tourism marketing contract with Mindfire Communications
• Resolution 25-139: Cody Road Phase II pay estimate 2 for Langman Construction

The Le Claire City Council unanimously approved several infrastructure and administrative actions, including the purchase of real property and a temporary easement for the 2025 Hot Mix Asphalt Overlay Project. The council also approved related contracts, a fencing project on the 15th Street Trail, and a pay estimate for the Cody Road Phase II project. All motions passed by unanimous roll‑call vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda (Resolution 25-131) – unanimous
• Approved 2025 City‑Wide Deer Bowhunting Program (Resolution 25-133) – unanimous
• Authorized fencing with gates on 15th Street Trail, up to $25,873.00 (Resolution 25-134) – unanimous
• Approved plans, specifications, and contract form for 2025 Hot Mix Asphalt Overlay Project (Resolution 25-135) – unanimous
• Authorized purchase of real property and temporary construction easement at 3235 Woodland Drive for $18,681.75 (Resolution 25-136) – unanimous
• Approved Certificate of Completion for Wisconsin & 2nd St Parking Lot Project (Resolution 25-137) – unanimous
• Approved amendment to Engineering Services Agreement with Veenstra & Kimm, Inc., up to $36,768.00 (Resolution 25-138) – unanimous
• Approved Pay Estimate to Langman Construction Co. for Cody Road Phase II, $215,183.08 (Resolution 25-139) – unanimous

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for June 12, 2025, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss officer nominations for FY26 and review the Customer Service Policy. The board will also receive reports on strategic planning research and progress on the Director evaluation.

• Officer nominations for FY26
• Review of Customer Service Policy
• Director evaluation progress
• Interviews for new Trustee
• Trustee reports on strategic planning research

The Library Board approved the meeting agenda, the prior meeting minutes, and the library claims with a unanimous vote. The board then adjourned the meeting unanimously. No other motions were decided at this session.

• Approved agenda, minutes, and library claims (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Tourism

The Tourism Board will review May invoices and a management report. Members will discuss the potential creation of a new organization combining the LeClaire Marketing Alliance and the Chamber of Commerce.

• Approval of May invoices totaling $13,237.15
• Discussion on merging LeClaire Marketing Alliance and Chamber of Commerce
• Review of Tourism Management Servicing Report by Cindy Bruhn
• Marketing Alliance meeting scheduled for June 18 at Happy Joe’s

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustments meeting scheduled for June 5, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Park & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review administrative updates regarding the YMCA and bandshell, as well as facility conditions at Huckleberry, Scout, and Vet's parks. The body will also discuss upcoming summer sports and community programs.

• YMCA bids
• Bandshell updates with Streamline Architects
• Scout Park survey
• Architectural review of Vet’s Park/Rec Center and concessions
• Huckleberry Park vandalism and seasonal goals

Approved Ordinances as of April 2024 - Adoption of City Code

The City Council is adopting Ordinance 854 to amend Chapter 106 of the City Code regarding the collection of solid waste. This ordinance establishes the application process, insurance requirements, and fees for waste collectors.

• Requirement for $1,000,000 in public liability insurance for waste collectors
• Establishment of a $100.00 annual license fee
• Requirement for collectors to provide equipment lists and disposal location statements

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the approval of a marketing agency and the planning of several community events. The meeting includes a proposal from MindFire Communications for tourism and marketing services.

• Approval of marketing agency MindFire Communications with one-time costs of $53,610
• Proposed annual marketing packages from MindFire Communications ranging from $157,260 to $290,460
• Planning for the Love’s Car Show on August 30, 2025
• Discussion of annual special events: British Auto Show, Tugfest, and Vettes on the River

The only formal action was a motion to adjourn, which was moved by Salvador, seconded by Gravert, and carried unanimously by voice vote. No other items were approved, denied, or tabled.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will consider final readings for ordinances to amend sewer and solid waste collection rates. The body is also reviewing an architectural evaluation for the Recreation Center and setting a hearing for 2025 HMA improvements.

• Ordinance 853: Amendment to Sewer Rates (Third Reading)
• Ordinance 854: Amendment to Solid Waste Collection Rates (Third Reading)
• Resolution 25-126: Recreation Center architectural evaluation by Legat Architects
• Resolution 25-127: Setting a hearing for 2025 HMA Improvements plans and bids
• Resolution 25-130: Buffalo Bill’s Best of the Wild West event on June 28 & 29, 2025

The Le Claire City Council unanimously approved a contract for a facility condition assessment, adopted amendments to sewer and solid‑waste charges, set a public hearing for the 2025 hot‑mix asphalt project, accepted a property conveyance for public use, authorized lease agreements for trail fencing, and granted exclusive riverfront use for a weekend event. All motions passed by roll‑call vote.

• Approved $9,700 contract with Legat Architects for a facility condition assessment (Resolution 25-126, unanimous)
• Approved third reading of Ordinance 853 amending sewer service charges (unanimous)
• Approved third reading of Ordinance 854 amending solid waste collection rate charges (unanimous)
• Established public hearing for the 2025 Hot Mix Asphalt Improvement Project (Resolution 25-127, unanimous)
• Accepted conveyance of real property at County Club Court for public use (Resolution 25-128, unanimous)
• Authorized lease agreements for fencing along the 15th Street Trail (Resolution 25-129, unanimous)
• Approved exclusive use of the riverfront and parking lots June 28‑29 for Buffalo Bill’s Best of the Wild West event (Resolution 25-130, unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda (Resolution 25-124, unanimous)

Approved Ordinances as of April 2024 - Adoption of City Code

The City Council adopted Ordinance 853 to amend Chapter 100 of the City Code regarding sewer service charges. The ordinance establishes updated rates for metered and non-metered users, including specific discounts for eligible senior citizens.

• Regular metered charge: $25.74 per user unit
• Eligible senior monthly metered charge: $23.04 per user unit
• Monthly metered usage charge: $2.12 per 500 gallons above the first 500
• Non-metered monthly flat rates: $76.82 (flat rate) and $59.05 (contractor rate)
• Special service fees: $50.00 for meter service tests and leak tests, and $46.00 for water shut-off

Park & Recreation Commission

The LeClaire Park & Recreation Commission will hold a vote on the splash pad project during its May 28 meeting. The agenda includes a discussion and vote on the splash pad, following administrative items and public comments.

• Splash pad discussion
• Splash pad vote

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for May 22, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole will discuss an architectural evaluation for the LeClaire Recreation Center. The discussion includes a proposal from Legat Architects to conduct a comprehensive facility condition assessment.

• Proposed $9,700 lump sum fee for architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services from Legat Architects
• Facility assessment of the LeClaire Recreation Center located at 429 N. 3rd Street
• Evaluation of 6,150 square foot facility for building code, life safety, and ADA compliance

The Committee of the Whole met at 6:30 p.m. and discussed a $10,000 FY‑2026 budget for evaluating the recreation center gymnasium. No formal actions or approvals were taken; the meeting was adjourned unanimously by voice vote.

All Public Hearing Notices

The Le Claire City Council will conduct a public hearing on May 19, 2025. The body will discuss the plans, specifications, contract form, and schedule for the construction of the YMCA, as well as the authorization to take bids.

• Public hearing for YMCA construction plans and specifications
• Authorization for taking bids for YMCA construction

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The City Council will discuss and take action on a proposal to enter into loan agreements to fund the YMCA Fitness and Recreational Center Project. This project is an authorized urban renewal project located at 905 Eagle Ridge Road.

• Proposed general obligation loans not to exceed $10,000,000
• YMCA Fitness and Recreational Center Project at 905 Eagle Ridge Road
• Estimated annual property tax increase of $415.03 for a $100,000 residential property

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding YMCA General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreements and construction plans. The body is also considering second readings for sewer and solid waste rate amendments.

• Public Hearing: YMCA General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreements
• Public Hearing: YMCA Construction Plans, Specifications & Bid Letting
• Ordinance 853: Amendment to Sewer Rates (Second Reading)
• Ordinance 854: Amendment to Solid Waste Collection Rates (Second Reading)
• Resolution 25-115: Cody Road Phase II Pay Estimate 1 for Langman Construction

The council approved a financing proposal and note purchase agreement for the YMCA project and authorized the plans, specifications, contract form and bid process for the YMCA Fitness and Recreational Center. It also approved several pay estimates and retainage releases for city projects, and granted exclusive use of the Riverfront for the Patriot Riverfest. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved financing proposal and note purchase agreement for YMCA project (unanimous)
• Approved plans, specifications, contract form and bid letting for YMCA Fitness and Recreational Center (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate 4 to BWC Inc. $22,832.30 for Wisconsin & 2nd St Parking Lot Project (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate 1 to Langman Construction Co. $50,440.00 for Cody Road Phase II Project (unanimous)
• Approved release of retainage $31,957.54 to Bill Bruce Builders Inc. for City Center Plaza Project (unanimous)
• Approved Team Services Inc. contract up to $10,001.50 for Cody Road Phase II materials testing (unanimous)
• Approved exclusive use of Riverfront and parking lots June 13‑15, 2025 for Patriot Riverfest (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to the non‑union pay plan for fiscal years 2025‑2027 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The May 15, 2025, meeting of the Le Claire Zoning Board of Adjustments has been cancelled. No public hearings or new items will be considered.

Tourism

The LeClaire Tourism Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the Advertising Agency of Record. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding Advertising Agency of Record

Library Board

The LeClaire Library Board of Trustees will meet at 7pm on May 13, 2025 at the LeClaire Library. They will consider the consent agenda, hear public comment, and receive the director's report. Unfinished business includes the director evaluation and search for a new trustee. New business includes setting a special closing on July 5, 2025 for FY26 and reviewing the donations policy. Board training will cover strategic planning research.

• Director evaluation (unfinished business)
• Search for new Trustee (unfinished business)
• Holidays for FY26 - Special closing on July 5, 2025 (new business)
• Policy review: Donations (new business)
• Trustee reports on strategic planning research (board training)

The Library Board unanimously approved the FY26 special closing on July 5, 2025. The board also adopted the new Donations Policy by unanimous vote. The consent agenda, including minutes and library claims, was approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved FY26 special holiday on July 5, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Donations Policy (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda, minutes, and library claims (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The May 8, 2025 meeting of the Le Claire Planning & Zoning Commission has been cancelled. No public hearings, new items, or other business will be considered.

Park & Recreation Commission

The LeClaire Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss and potentially act on a finalized bike ordinance, receive updates on the MSA Huckleberry improvement plan and YMCA construction timeline, and review facility improvements at Huckleberry Park, Scout Park, and the Vet's Park/Rec Center. The meeting also includes approval of April 2nd minutes and planning for upcoming programs such as Farmer's Market and youth sports.

• Bike Ordinance: finalized, moving through City Council
• MSA Huckleberry Update with Special Meeting scheduled
• YMCA Plans Update: on track for December 2026 opening
• Huckleberry Park: pickleball court latches, Wisconsin fencing along 15th Street trail
• Scout Park: parking lot and playground equipment updates

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the 15th St Trail Fence. Public Works Director Mark Dale is scheduled to lead the discussion.

• Discussion of 15th St Trail Fence

Mayor Gerard proposed that the city pay for a new 5‑foot black chain‑link fence and gate on the 15th St. Trail. Council members expressed no objections, effectively approving the proposal. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous voice vote.

• Approved city to cover full cost of 15th St. Trail fence and gate (no objections)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

All Public Hearing Notices

The City Council will hold a public hearing on March 5, 2025, at 6:00 PM to consider amendments to Chapter 100 of the LeClaire Code of Ordinances, which governs sewer service charges. Residents may submit written or verbal comments at the hearing location (City Hall, 325 Wisconsin St).

• Public hearing on amending Chapter 100 – Sewer Service Charges of the LeClaire Code of Ordinances

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The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider amending Chapter 106 (Solid Waste Collection) of the LeClaire Code of Ordinances. Written or verbal comments may be submitted before or at the hearing.

• Public hearing on amendment to Chapter 106 – Solid Waste Collection

City Council

The Le Claire City Council will hold public hearings on proposed amendments to sewer service charges and solid waste collection rates, followed by first readings of ordinances to implement the changes. The council will also consider resolutions to dispose of and purchase a police squad vehicle, approve a Farmers Market on the Plaza, and authorize engineering agreements for sidewalk and concrete panel replacement projects. Additionally, multiple temporary construction easements for Cody Road Phase II and an application to the Iowa Economic Development Authority for Rooted Development are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on sewer rate changes (Ordinance 853, first reading)
• Public hearing on solid waste collection rate changes (Ordinance 854, first reading)
• Resolution to purchase a police squad (Resolution 25-093)
• Resolution to approve YMCA construction plans, specs, and bid letting with public hearing (Resolution 25-109)
• Multiple temporary construction easements for Cody Road Phase II (Resolutions 25-100 through 25-108)

The council unanimously approved a series of items including the purchase of a 2025 Dodge Durango Pursuit vehicle for up to $41,777 and a SCADA system for the wastewater plant costing up to $39,070. It also adopted first‑reading ordinances to amend sewer service charges and solid‑waste collection rates, and set a public hearing for the YMCA construction project on May 19. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Consent Agenda (Resolution 25-090)
• Approved purchase of 2025 Dodge Durango Pursuit vehicle (≤ $41,777) (Resolution 25-093)
• Approved SCADA system purchase for wastewater plant (≤ $39,070) (Resolution 25-098)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 853 amending sewer service charges (Ordinance 853)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 854 amending solid waste collection charges (Ordinance 854)
• Approved multiple temporary construction easements for Cody Road Phase II (Res 25-100 to 25-107)
• Supported IEDA application for Workforce Housing Tax Credit (Resolution 25-108)
• Scheduled public hearing for YMCA construction project on May 19 (Resolution 25-109)

All Public Hearing Notices

The LeClaire Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a special exception request. The request is to allow a home occupation veterinary clinic in an Agricultural (A-1) zoning district.

• CASE #25-03: Special exception request for a home occupation veterinary clinic at 639 Sycamore Drive submitted by Ron Noll and Diane Schurr Noll

Board of Adjustment

The Le Claire Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on CASE #25-03, a special exception request from Ron and Diane Noll to operate a home-based veterinary clinic at 639 Sycamore Drive in an Agricultural (A-1) district. The board will also consider approving the minutes from March 20, 2025. A second meeting on May 15 may be held to render a final decision.

• CASE #25-03: Special exception request for home occupation (veterinary clinic) at 639 Sycamore Drive in A-1 zoning district
• Approval of minutes from March 20, 2025 meeting
• Public hearing on May 1, 2025; potential second meeting on May 15 for final decision
• Filing fee of $250 for the application
• Staff review recommends approval, citing minimal traffic impact and consistency with state home-business law

Tourism

The Tourism Board will consider approving minutes from the April meeting and April invoices totaling $8,210.42. Members will receive a report from Tourism Manager Cindy Bruhn and discuss the Marketing Alliance and an agency review update. The meeting also includes an open forum for public input.

• Approval of Office of Tourism's April invoices totaling $8,210.42
• Approval of minutes from the April 25 meeting
• Tourism Management Servicing Report from Cindy Bruhn
• Marketing Alliance committee report and discussion
• Agency Review Update discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The April 24, 2025 meeting of the Le Claire Planning and Zoning Commission has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Approved Ordinances as of April 2024 - Adoption of City Code

The Le Claire City Council adopted Ordinance 852, amending the city code to permit urban chickens in Single-Family Residential (R-1) and Rural Residential (RR) zones. The ordinance sets rules including only hens allowed, enclosure and setback requirements, and a ban on slaughter within city limits. It also updates definitions to exclude urban chickens from the livestock category. The ordinance was passed after three readings on April 21, 2025.

• Urban chickens permitted only on R-1 and RR zoned properties with a single-family dwelling
• Only female chickens (hens) allowed; slaughter prohibited within city
• Enclosure setbacks: 10 feet from property lines, 25 feet from adjacent dwellings, churches, schools, or businesses
• Maximum of four urban chickens per address, plus four other animals, for a total of eight animals
• Amends Chapter 55 (Animal Protection and Control) and Chapter 170 (Zoning Regulations)

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several infrastructure improvements, including a sidewalk infill program and wastewater SCADA replacement. The meeting also includes a review of special events and PCC panel replacement.

• 2025 Sidewalk Infill Program: Proposed engineering agreement with Veenstra & Kimm, Inc. for a not-to-exceed fee of $31,874.00
• Sidewalk project areas: Davenport Street (14th to 15th), Eagle Ridge/Iowa Street connection, and Cody Road
• 2025 PCC Panel Replacement
• Wastewater SCADA Replacement
• Special Events discussion

The council expressed no objections to the 2025 Sidewalk Infill Program, the 2025 PCC Panel Replacement, and the Wastewater SCADA Replacement, effectively approving each plan as presented. No votes were recorded for these items. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved 2025 Sidewalk Infill Program (no objections)
• Approved 2025 PCC Panel Replacement (no objections)
• Approved Wastewater SCADA Replacement (no objections)

All Public Hearing Notices

The Le Claire City Council will hold a public hearing on April 21, 2025, to consider an amendment to the current fiscal year budget. The proposed changes adjust revenues and expenditures across multiple departments, including police fines, grants, and capital projects, with no increase in taxes. The amendment reduces total revenues by $2.05 million and total expenditures by $1.49 million.

• Reduction of police fines by $495,955
• Increase in grant revenues of $197,625 to purchase and demolish a home at a cost of $230,150
• Fire department grants increased by $56,486 and expenditures increased by $79,530 for equipment repairs
• Parks and recreation expenditures increased by $25,000 for land purchase
• Removal of $2,580,000 budget bond refunding from FY25

All Public Hearing Notices

The Le Claire City Council will hold a public hearing on April 21, 2025, to consider the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. Residents and taxpayers may present objections or arguments. The budget shows total expenditures and transfers out of $41.5 million, with a property tax levy rate of $12.64166 per $1,000 valuation.

• Total proposed expenditures and transfers out: $41,494,985
• Property tax levy rate: $12.64166 per $1,000 valuation (regular property)
• Capital projects budget: $23,257,902
• Debt service: $6,516,117
• Public safety spending: $1,993,200

City Council

The Le Claire City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FYE26 budget, including fee schedules and staffing. Final readings of ordinances on e-bikes and scooters (Chapter 76) and urban chickens (Chapters 55 & 170) are scheduled. The council will also set public hearings for sewer and garbage rate changes, approve temporary construction easements for Cody Road Phase II, and authorize riverfront lease agreements with Celebration River Cruises and Scales Mound Packet Company.

• Third reading of Ordinance 851: Amendment to Bicycle Ordinance for E-Bikes & Scooters – Chapter 76
• Third reading of Ordinance 852: Amendment for Urban Chickens – Chapters 55 & 170
• Public Hearing and adoption of FYE26 Budget (Resolution 25-077) and fee schedule (Resolution 25-079)
• Set public hearings for sewer rate changes (Resolution 25-069) and garbage rate changes (Resolution 25-070)
• Multiple temporary construction easements for Cody Road Phase II (Resolutions 25-082 through 25-086)

The council adopted the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 Budget and related interfund transfers, both unanimously. It also approved amendments to the bicycle ordinance and to the urban‑chicken regulations. Several contracts and easements for the Mississippi Riverfront Trail and Cody Road Phase II were authorized, and the final Railroad Quiet Zone Study report was accepted.

• Approved Ordinance 851 amendment to bicycle ordinance (3rd reading, title only) – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 852 amendment for urban chickens (3rd reading, title only) – unanimous
• Approved Engineering Services Agreement with Veenstra & Kimm, Inc. for Mississippi Riverfront Trail (up to $15,000) – unanimous
• Approved Change Order 2 to Valentine Construction for Mississippi River Trail project ($22,940) – unanimous
• Adopted Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 Budget – unanimous
• Adopted Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 Interfund Transfers – unanimous
• Authorized temporary construction easements for Cody Road Phase II (total $7,? — amounts $2,210.40, $408.00, $503.20, $6,136.00, $1,793.60) – unanimous
• Accepted final report and recommendations of the Railroad Quiet Zone Study – unanimous

Approved Ordinances as of April 2024 - Adoption of City Code

The City Council repealed and replaced Chapter 76 of the City Code. The new ordinance establishes rules for the use of trails, sidewalks, and roadways by bicycles, electric scooters, and other self-propelled vehicles.

• Repeal and enactment of Chapter 76 - Bicycles and Other Non-Motorized Self-Propelled Vehicles
• Prohibition of bicycle riding on sidewalks in the Business District (Cody Road/U.S. 67 from May Street to Walnut Street)
• Definition of compliant vehicles for trails, including Class 1, 2, and 3 electric bikes and electric scooters under 100 lbs
• Requirement for bicycles to have front white lamps and rear red lamps/reflectors visible from 300 feet at night
• Establishment of a two-step enforcement process: verbal warning for first offense, followed by a citation

Board of Adjustment

The April 17, 2025 meeting of the Le Claire Zoning Board of Adjustments has been cancelled. No public hearings or new business will be considered.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for April 10, 2025, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss strategic planning and the search for a new trustee. The board will also review the Director's report and monthly library statistics.

• Review of strategic planning methods and examples from other libraries
• Search for a new Trustee to fill a vacancy
• Scheduling of Director evaluation for May
• Review of Heritage Quest statistics
• Discussion of board training volunteer for May

The Library Board approved the consent agenda, minutes, and library claims with a unanimous vote. The board also moved to adjourn the meeting, which was seconded and approved unanimously. Members discussed strategic planning for accreditation due in February 2027 and began preparations for a director evaluation process. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved consent agenda, minutes, and library claims (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss two items: the Farmers Market on the Plaza and the Fire Department's inspection program. No formal decisions will be made; this is a discussion-only session. A fire inspection report attached to the agenda shows Fire Station 1 passed its initial inspection with 28 passed codes and zero violations.

• Discussion of Farmers Market on the Plaza, led by Parks and Recreation Director Greg Ludwig
• Discussion of Fire Department inspection program, led by Fire Chief Shane Bleeker
• Attached fire inspection report for LeClaire Fire Station 1 (201 N 15th St) shows 28 passed codes and no violations

The Committee of the Whole met on April 7, 2025, at 6:39 p.m. in the City Hall chambers. After discussion of a proposed farmers market and the fire department inspection program, a motion to adjourn was made by Salvador, seconded by Long, and carried unanimously on a voice vote. No formal decisions on the discussed items were taken.

All Public Hearing Notices

The City Council will meet to discuss instituting proceedings for a general obligation loan not to exceed $7.8 million. The funds are proposed for infrastructure, equipment, park improvements, and refunding previous notes. The city estimates a $2.55 annual property tax increase for a residential property valued at $100,000.

• Proposed loan agreement not to exceed $7,800,000
• Funding for streets, highways, bridges, streetscape, sidewalks, water, and sewer
• Purchase of a mower and public works equipment
• Construction of a new splash pad and adventure playground
• Refunding of General Obligation Corporate Purpose Notes, Series 2018A

All Public Hearing Notices

The LeClaire City Council will hold a public hearing on April 7, 2025, regarding the proposed disposal of real property located at 303 S 14th Street. Residents may submit written or verbal comments at the hearing. The council will consider any suggestions or objections before making a decision.

• Public hearing on disposal of real property at 303 S 14th Street

All Public Hearing Notices

The Le Claire City Council will hold a public hearing on April 7, 2025, regarding the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year 2025-2026. The proposed total regular property tax is $3,576,822, an increase from the current $3,232,256. Reasons cited include a 4% salary and benefit increase and a decrease in interest income. After the hearing, the council will publish notice and hold a hearing on the proposed city budget.

• Proposed total regular property tax levy of $3,576,822, up $344,566 from the current year
• Residential property tax on a $100,000 assessed home would rise from $586 to $660 (12.63% increase)
• Commercial property tax on a $300,000 assessed property would rise from $2,585 to $2,947 (14.00% increase)
• Salary and benefits estimated to increase by 4%; insurance costs estimated to increase 5 to 10%
• General fund interest income estimated to decrease by $100,000

City Council

The Le Claire City Council will hold second readings of ordinances to regulate e-bikes and scooters and to allow urban chickens. The council will also vote on awarding the Cody Road Phase II construction contract to Langman Construction, set public hearings for budget amendments and adoption, and consider issuing general obligation bonds and disposing of city property at 303 S 14th St. Consent items include approval of claims totaling $493,735.87 and new liquor licenses.

• Ordinance 851: Second reading to amend bicycle ordinance for e-bikes and scooters (Chapter 76).
• Ordinance 852: Second reading to allow urban chickens (Chapters 55 & 170).
• Resolution 25-054: Award of US67/Cody Road Phase II construction contract to Langman Construction via IDOT bid.
• Resolution 25-064: 2025A General Obligation Bond issuance with public hearing and tax levy authorization.
• Resolution 25-065: Disposal of real property at 303 S 14th St (public hearing and action).

The council approved a $5,594,101.15 contract with Langman Construction for Cody Road Phase II and authorized related temporary construction easements. It also approved pay estimates for two parking‑lot projects, set public‑hearing dates for the FY 2024‑25 budget amendment and FY 2025‑26 budget, and approved the purchase of city property at 303 S 14th St for $35,570. All motions passed unanimously except the lease amendment, which passed with one nay vote.

• Approved $5,594,101.15 contract with Langman Construction for Cody Road Phase II (unanimous)
• Approved $68,689.66 Pay Estimate 3 to BWC for Wisconsin & 2nd St Parking Lot Project (unanimous)
• Approved $65,699.68 Pay Estimate 1 to Valentine Construction for Mississippi River Trail – Riverfront Parking Lot to Ferry St (unanimous)
• Authorized temporary construction easement with Herb & Suzette Kremer ($520) for Cody Road Phase II (unanimous)
• Authorized temporary construction easement with Steve & Karla Wilson Living Trust ($360) for Cody Road Phase II (unanimous)
• Authorized temporary construction easement with Stephen H. Henson ($800.80) for Cody Road Phase II (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of city‑owned property at 303 S 14th St for $35,570 to Jeremy Fifer (unanimous)
• Approved amended lease for LeClaire Information Center at 117 S Cody Rd (passed 4‑1)

City Council

The Le Claire City Council holds a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year 2025-2026. The proposed city regular total property tax is $3,576,822, up from $3,232,256 in the current year. After the hearing, the council will publish notice and hold a separate hearing on the proposed city budget.

• Proposed city regular total property tax: $3,576,822, a $344,566 increase from the current $3,232,256
• City regular tax rate proposed at 12.64166 per $1,000 valuation, same as current year but higher than last year's 11.32687
• Residential property tax on a $100,000 valued home would rise 12.63% (from $586 to $660)
• Commercial property tax on a $300,000 valued property would rise 14.00% (from $2,585 to $2,947)
• Reasons for increase: salary/benefits up 4%, insurance up 5-10%, interest income down $100,000

The council held a public hearing on a proposed property tax levy, but no vote was taken on the levy. Council members moved to adjourn at 6:18 p.m.; the motion was seconded and carried unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Adjourned the special meeting at 6:18 p.m. (unanimous)

Tourism

The LeClaire Tourism Board will consider approving March invoices totaling $15,504.55, including a $9,842.84 payment to McDaniels Marketing for advertising and marketing services. They will also receive an update on the LeClaire Information Center lease and discuss the first advertising agency RFP since 2019. A presentation from McDaniels Marketing and committee reports on the Marketing Alliance are scheduled.

• Approval of March invoices totaling $15,504.55 (McDaniels Marketing: $9,842.84)
• Discussion of advertising agency RFP (first since 2019)
• Update on LeClaire Information Center lease
• Presentation from McDaniels Marketing (Beth Geier)
• Approval of March meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment

This meeting of the Le Claire Zoning Board of Adjustment, scheduled for April 3, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda contained only standard procedural items with no specific public hearings or new business listed.

Park & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to approve the minutes from March 5, receive updates on MSA Huckleberry, YMCA, and a bike ordinance, and discuss recreational facility improvements including painting and fencing at Huckleberry Park and swing installation at Hollyhock Park. The commission will also review upcoming programs such as the Easter Egg Hunt, soccer, T-ball, baseball, plaza events, and flag football. The agenda includes no final votes; items are for discussion and planning.

• Approving minutes from March 5, 2025 meeting
• Update on MSA Huckleberry project (bidding documents expected late summer)
• Update on bike ordinance (public hearing held March 17; effective late April)
• Discussion of painting and fencing at Huckleberry Park
• Discussion of swing installation at Hollyhock Park (potential cost over $1,500 from original quote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The March 27, 2025 meeting of the Le Claire Planning & Zoning Commission has been cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled — no public hearings or new items were considered.

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for a commercial veterinary clinic in an agricultural district. The board will also conduct applicant interviews and receive planning and zoning training.

• Case #25-02: Variance request for a veterinary clinic at 639 Sycamore Drive in an Agricultural (A-1) district
• Interviews with Board of Adjustment applicants James Cartwright and Dale Zahn
• Iowa State Extension Planning & Zoning Training

All Public Hearing Notices

The LeClaire Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on March 20, 2025, to consider a variance request from Ron Noll and Diane Schurr Noll to operate a commercial veterinary clinic in an Agricultural (A-1) zoning district located within 500 feet of a residential zone. The board may reconvene on April 3, 2025, for a final decision without further public input.

• Variance request by Ron Noll and Diane Schurr Noll for a veterinary clinic at 639 Sycamore Drive in an A-1 district

Library Board

The Le Claire Library Board of Trustees will begin reviewing its strategic plan, discuss renewal of the Heritage Quest contract, and address a trustee vacancy. They will also review the Board Year-at-a-Glance for FY25-26 and receive a legislative update. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and library claims.

• Begin review of strategic plan
• Heritage Quest contract renewal
• Trustee opening (vacancy)
• Review Board Year-at-a-Glance FY25-26
• Iowa legislative update

The LeClaire Library Board of Trustees met on March 18, 2025, and unanimously approved the consent agenda, including the agenda, minutes from the last meeting, and library claims totaling $3,941.77 for the current month. No public comment was made. The board discussed the strategic plan review, Heritage Quest contract renewal, and a trustee vacancy, but no formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and library claims (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The LeClaire City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss three items: fencing for the 15th Street Trail adjacent to Huckleberry Park, relocation of the Tugfest Pit, and the Fire Department annual report. The fencing discussion follows a 2024 project notification that offered homeowners gate installation for $350 each and required removal of personal property from park land.

• Discussion of 15th Street Trail fencing from Wisconsin Street to Huckleberry Park, including $350 gate installation for adjacent homeowners
• Relocation of the Tugfest Pit presented by the Tugfest Committee
• Fire Department Annual Report presented by Fire Chief Shane Bleeker

The Committee of the Whole directed staff to proceed with obtaining fencing for the 15th Street Trail, with the city covering the cost; any gates requested by residents would be at the property owner's expense. Council also expressed no objections to the proposed relocation of the Tugfest pit and to updating the marina district plan. The fire chief presented the annual report, and council thanked him while noting a desire to monitor community needs and staffing.

• Directed staff to obtain fencing for 15th Street Trail at city expense
• Gates for trail fencing to be at property owner's expense if requested
• No objection to Tugfest pit relocation plan as presented
• No objection to updating the marina district plan

All Public Hearing Notices

The LeClaire City Council will hold a public hearing on March 17, 2025, to consider repealing and replacing Chapter 76 of the city code, which governs bicycles and other non-motorized self-propelled vehicles. Residents may submit written suggestions or objections before the hearing or speak at the meeting.

• Public hearing on repealing and replacing Chapter 76 – Bicycles and Other Non-Motorized Self-Propelled Vehicles

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The City Council will hold a public hearing on March 17, 2025, at City Hall. The body will discuss amending Chapters 55 and 170 of the LeClaire Code of Ordinances regarding the regulation of urban chickens.

• Public hearing on amending Chapters 55 & 170 of the Code of Ordinances regarding urban chickens

City Council

The Le Claire City Council will hold public hearings and consider first readings of two ordinances: one to amend the bicycle ordinance to include e-bikes and scooters (Chapter 76), and another to allow urban chickens (Chapters 55 & 170). The council will also vote on multiple resolutions, including cost-sharing agreements with Iowa American Water for the Cody Road and Wisconsin Street projects, a contract award for the Mississippi River Trail, several easements for Cody Road Phase II, and setting public hearings for a GO bond issuance and disposal of real property.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 851: amendment to bicycle ordinance for e-bikes & scooters
• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 852: amendment for urban chickens
• Resolution 25-038 & 25-039: Cost sharing agreements with Iowa American Water for Cody Road and Wisconsin Street projects
• Resolution 25-040: Contract award to Valentine Const for Mississippi River Trail construction
• Multiple easement resolutions for Cody Road Phase II (Resolutions 25-041 through 25-045)

The LeClaire City Council approved first readings of ordinances to update the bicycle code for e-bikes and scooters and to allow urban chickens, after public hearings with no written comments. The council also awarded a $395,851.26 contract for the Mississippi River Trail project and authorized several easements and agreements for the Cody Road Phase II project.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 851 amending bicycle ordinance for e-bikes and scooters (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 852 amending urban chicken regulations (unanimous)
• Awarded Mississippi River Trail – Riverfront Parking Lot to Ferry St Project contract to Valentine Construction Co for $395,851.26 (unanimous)
• Authorized cost sharing agreement with Iowa American Water for Cody Road Phase II (unanimous)
• Authorized cost sharing agreement with Iowa American Water for Wisconsin St – 15th to US 67 Project (unanimous)
• Authorized permanent and temporary easements for Cody Road Phase II with multiple property owners (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption, minimum assessment agreement, and economic development grant for PSE LLC at 501 N Cody Road (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for April 7, 2025 on disposal of real property at 303 S. 14th Street (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The March 13, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting was cancelled; no business was conducted or discussed.

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees meeting originally scheduled for March 11, 2024, has been postponed. The meeting is now scheduled for March 18, 2024, at 7:00 P.M. at the LeClaire Community Library.

Tourism

The Tourism Board will review February invoices and reports from the Tourism Manager. The meeting includes discussions on a new advertising RFP and the LeClaire Information Center.

• Proposed $130,000 budget for a marketing, advertising, and public relations RFP
• Approval of February invoices (February claims report total: $16,798.86)
• Discussion of LeClaire Information Center
• Review of Advertising RFP for brand refresh and new website
• Marketing Alliance meeting scheduled for March 19

Board of Adjustment

This meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustments has been cancelled. No public hearings or decisions were scheduled.

Park & Recreation Commission

The LeClaire Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss administrative updates, recreational facility projects, and upcoming programs. Items include an update on the RFP for Huckleberry Park improvements, progress on YMCA plans, and a bike ordinance update. The commission will also review park maintenance and schedule youth sports and events.

• RFP update for Huckleberry Park improvements
• YMCA project update (Townsend Engineering biddable plans)
• Bike ordinance update
• Huckleberry Park spring shirts and MSA meetings
• Hollyhock Park swing installation (budget amendment needed)

City Council

The City Council will consider an engineering services agreement for Huckleberry Park, set a public hearing on an urban chicken ordinance amendment, and approve multiple permanent and temporary easements for the Cody Road Phase II project. Several consent agenda items, claims totaling $135,894.80, and a revenue report of $462,963.25 are also on the agenda.

• Resolution 25-019: Engineering services agreement with MSA Professional Services for Huckleberry Park
• Resolution 25-028: Setting a public hearing on amendment to urban chicken ordinance (Chapters 55 & 170)
• Resolutions 25-031 through 25-035: Permanent and temporary construction easements for Cody Road Phase II at multiple addresses
• Resolution 25-029: Pay estimate 4 retainage for 15th St Trail ($9,582.72 to Hawkeye Paving)
• Claims report includes $70,681.28 to Veenstra & Kimm for project WI-15th to 67

The LeClaire City Council approved an engineering services agreement with MSA Professional Services for Huckleberry Park improvements, not to exceed $218,700. They also approved several easements and payments for the Cody Road Phase II and 15th Street Trail projects, and set a public hearing on urban chicken ordinance amendments. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $218,700 engineering agreement with MSA for Huckleberry Park (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for urban chicken ordinance amendments on March 17, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $9,582.72 pay estimate to Hawkeye Paving for 15th Street Trail (unanimous)
• Authorized transit assistance agreement with Bettendorf, Davenport, Eldridge (unanimous)
• Approved Cody Road Phase II easements for Steamship Landing LLC ($9,683.80) (unanimous)
• Approved Cody Road easements for Stearman ($2,028.90) (unanimous)
• Approved Cody Road easements for Conway ($2,273.10) (unanimous)
• Approved Cody Road easements for Nielsen Trust ($7,423.40) and temporary easement for Steamship Landing ($1,270.40) (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the Fire Department Annual Report. Fire Chief Shane Bleeker will present the report via a slide show.

• Discussion of Fire Department Annual Report

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for February 27, 2025, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Tourism

The LeClaire Tourism Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the responsibilities of the Tourism Manager.

• Discussion of Tourism Manager responsibilities

Board of Adjustment

The February 20, 2025 meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustments has been cancelled. The agenda contained only procedural items (call to order, roll call, minutes, public hearings, and new items) and a Title VI notice. No substantive business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled; no public hearings or new items considered

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the Eagle Pointe YMCA site plan and final plat, as well as the Mississippi River Trail project from the Riverfront Parking Lot to Ferry Street. The body will also consider a property tax levy hearing and a bicycle ordinance amendment.

• Public hearing for Eagle Pointe YMCA Site Plan and Final Plat
• Public hearing for Mississippi River Trail from Riverfront Parking Lot to Ferry St
• Resolution 25-025 to set a public hearing for Property Tax Levy
• Resolution 25-019 for Huckleberry Park engineering services with MSA Professional Services
• Resolution 25-024 regarding Aspen Homes early construction at Johnson Farms Villas on Frank Court

The LeClaire City Council unanimously approved plans, specifications, and cost estimates for the Mississippi River Trail connecting the riverfront parking lot to Ferry Street. They also approved the Eagle Pointe YMCA site plan and final plat, and set a public hearing for a sidewalk ordinance amendment and the FY 2025-2026 property tax levy.

• Approved Mississippi River Trail plans, specs, and cost estimate (unanimous)
• Approved Eagle Pointe YMCA site plan in 900 Block of Eagle Ridge Road (unanimous)
• Approved Eagle Ridge Pointe 3rd Subdivision Replat of Lots 4 & 5 (unanimous)
• Approved early construction on Frank Court in Johnson Farms Subdivision (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for sidewalk ordinance amendment for March 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for FY 2025-2026 property tax levy for April 7, 2025 (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss several items, including Huckleberry Park plans for a splash pad, parking, sidewalk, and playground; a proposed urban chicken ordinance amendment; an update to the sidewalk ordinance regarding e-bikes and scooters; and the FY 25-26 budget. No votes are expected as this is a discussion session.

• Huckleberry Park plans: splash pad, parking lot, sidewalk, and adventure playground with a proposed schedule (council approval Feb 2025, bid opening Aug 2025)
• Urban chickens: proposed addition of definitions and regulations to Chapter 55 of the city code
• Sidewalk ordinance: discussion on addressing e-bikes and scooters
• FY 25-26 budget discussion led by the city administrator

The Le Claire City Council held a Committee of the Whole meeting with no formal votes. They reviewed the Huckleberry Park master plan, proposed urban chicken regulations (max four hens, no permits), e-bike and scooter ordinance changes, and the FY 25-26 budget, with no objections to any item. A public hearing on the chicken ordinance is set for March 17, 2025.

• No formal decisions made; all items were discussion only
• Reviewed Huckleberry Park plan; no objections
• Discussed urban chicken ordinance; max four hens, no permits
• Reviewed e-bike and scooter ordinance changes; no objections
• Reviewed FY 25-26 budget; no objections

All Public Hearing Notices

The Le Claire City Council will hold a public hearing to consider plans, specifications, contract form, and cost estimate for constructing a 900-foot-long PCC trail with a steel truss bridge over Ferry Creek, connecting the riverfront parking lot to Ferry Street. The council will also receive and consider any objections from interested parties.

• Public hearing on Mississippi River Trail – Riverfront Parking Lot to Ferry St project: 900 linear feet of 10'-wide, 6"-thick PCC trail with 2' graded shoulders and a pre-engineered steel truss bridge over Ferry Creek

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a replat of Lots #4 and #5 of Eagle Pointe Subdivision and a commercial site plan for a 36,000 square foot building addition in the 900 block of Eagle Ridge Road. The commission will also elect a chairperson and vice chairperson. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on replat of Eagle Pointe Subdivision Lots #4 & #5 (4 acres, commercial) at 900 Eagle Ridge Road
• Public hearing on commercial site plan for a 36,000 sq ft building addition with parking, stormwater retention, and landscaping
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the commission
• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2024
• City Council will hold a separate public hearing on the same items on February 18, 2025

All Public Hearing Notices

The Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings on a replat of Lots #4 and #5 in Eagle Pointe Subdivision and a commercial site plan for a 36,000 square foot building addition with parking, stormwater retention, and landscaping. The hearings are on February 13 and February 18, 2025, at LeClaire City Hall.

• Replat of Eagle Pointe Subdivision Lots #4 and #5 (4 acres, 900 block of Eagle Ridge Road)
• Commercial site plan for a 36,000 sq ft building addition with 173 regular and 6 ADA parking spaces
• Public hearings before Planning & Zoning Commission (Feb 13) and City Council (Feb 18)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Le Claire Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss updates on a Request for Proposals (RFP) for park improvements, review a proposed bicycle ordinance (Chapter 76), and receive updates on Huckleberry Park (spring work and signs) and Hollyhock Park (swings and vet's park/rec center). The commission will also consider upcoming programs including softball, soccer, T-ball, and the Sweetheart Dance.

• Discuss proposed bicycle ordinance (Chapter 76) regulating bikes, e-bikes, and electric scooters on trails
• Update on RFP for parking lot, splash pad, and adventure playground at Huckleberry Park
• Huckleberry Park spring improvements and new signs
• Hollyhock Park swing replacement and vet's park / rec center update
• Upcoming programs: softball, soccer, T-ball, Sweetheart Dance, baseball

Library Board

The LeClaire Library Board will vote on the FY26 budget and consider renewing the Bridges contract. They will also discuss recently installed surveillance cameras, a revised job description for Circulation Manager, and rescheduling the March board meeting. The meeting includes a consent agenda for prior minutes and claims, public comment, and board training.

• Vote on FY26 budget
• Renew Bridges contract
• Discuss new surveillance cameras installed
• Updated job description for Circulation Manager
• Re-schedule March board meeting

The LeClaire Library Board of Trustees unanimously approved the FY26 budget and decided to renew the Bridges contract with the State Library. The board also approved the consent agenda, including the previous meeting's minutes and library claims. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussion of upcoming programs and building updates.

• Approved FY26 budget (unanimous)
• Renewed Bridges contract with State Library
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims (unanimous)

Tourism

The Tourism Board will meet to review the Tourism Manager's report and approve January invoices. Members will discuss the FY2026 budget and the use of proceeds from the old Welcome Center.

• Approval of January invoices (January claims total $35,313.49)
• Budget discussion for FY2026
• Discussion on old Welcome Center proceeds use
• Review of McDaniels Marketing activities
• Marketing Alliance meeting scheduled for February 19

Board of Adjustment

The LeClaire Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Case #25-01, a request by Rachel Trodick for a special exception to operate an online auction house as a home occupation in an R-1 residential district at 303 May Street. The board will also elect a chair and vice chair, discuss the selection process for a board vacancy, and consider approving the minutes from October 24, 2024. A second meeting on February 20, 2025 may be scheduled for final deliberation.

• Public hearing on Special Exception #25-01 for a home occupation (online auction house) at 303 May Street, R-1 district
• Election of Board Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2025
• Discussion of selection process to fill a Board vacancy
• Approval of minutes from the October 24, 2024 meeting

All Public Hearing Notices

The LeClaire Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on February 6, 2025, to consider a special exception request for a home occupation in an R-1 residential district. The applicant, Rachel Trodick, seeks to operate an online auction house from 303 May Street. The board may hold a second meeting on February 20 to render a final decision.

• Public hearing for Case #25-01: special exception for home occupation (online auction house)
• Applicant: Rachel Trodick of 22159 283rd Avenue, LeClaire
• Property location: 303 May Street in R-1 zoning district
• Possible second meeting on February 20, 2025, for final decision

City Council

The City Council will consider the third and final reading of Ordinance 850, adopting the 2021 International Fire Code with amendments including sprinkler requirements for new construction. Other items include approval of a consent agenda covering claims and licenses, purchase of mobile data equipment for fire apparatus, closeout of the 15th Street Trail project, an intergovernmental agreement with Scott County for hot mix asphalt on Territorial Road, and setting a public hearing for the Mississippi River Trail connection from the riverfront parking lot to Ferry Street.

• Ordinance 850 third reading: adopt 2021 International Fire Code with amendments, including sprinkler requirements for new builds
• Resolution 25-012: purchase of mobile data equipment for fire apparatus from Platinum Information Systems
• Resolution 25-013: 15th Street Trail pay estimate 3, change order 3, and closeout with Hawkeye Paving ($4,940)
• Resolution 25-014: 28E agreement with Scott County for hot mix asphalt on Territorial Road
• Resolution 25-015: set hearing for MRT riverfront parking lot to Ferry Street plans, specs, cost, and schedule

The council approved the third reading of Ordinance 850, adopting the 2021 International Fire Code with amendments requiring sprinklers in new construction. It also approved several resolutions, including a $26,696.74 purchase of mobile data equipment for fire apparatus, a $4,940.00 closeout payment for the 15th Street Trail Project, a 28E agreement with Scott County for asphalt resurfacing on Territorial Road, and a public hearing date for the Mississippi River Trail project. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance 850 adopting 2021 Fire Code with sprinkler requirement (unanimous)
• Approved $26,696.74 purchase of mobile data equipment for fire apparatus (unanimous)
• Approved $4,940.00 pay estimate and closeout for 15th Street Trail Project (unanimous)
• Authorized 28E agreement with Scott County for Territorial Road resurfacing (unanimous)
• Set Feb 18, 2025 public hearing for Mississippi River Trail project (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation from city staff and Anderson-Bogert on the proposed Cody Road sidewalk crossing, which includes installation of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) on US 67. The project has a $20,000 state safety grant but an estimated cost of $30,500, leaving the city responsible for the difference and for inspection/administration. The DOT bid opening is scheduled for April 15, 2025, with a target completion by August 1, 2025.

• Presentation on Cody Road sidewalk crossing and US 67 RRFB project
• Funding: HSIP grant of $20,000, city to cover costs above that (engineer's estimate $30,500)
• Timeline: DOT bid opening April 15, 2025; construction June–August 2025
• City responsible for inspection, administration, and any cost overruns

The Committee of the Whole meeting on February 3, 2025, included only a presentation on the Cody Road Sidewalk Crossing project by Anderson-Bogert, with an estimated completion date of the first week of August 2025. No substantive decisions were made; the council adjourned after the presentation.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:36 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)

Approved Ordinances as of April 2024 - Adoption of City Code

The City Council is adopting the 2021 edition of the International Fire Code to regulate fire and explosion hazards. The ordinance updates Chapter 159 of the City Code and establishes specific local requirements for fire hydrants, permits, and safety drills.

• Adoption of the 2021 International Fire Code including Appendices B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K and N
• Requirement for fire and evacuation drills in Group E occupancies to be conducted at least four times a year
• New restrictions for permanent outdoor fire pits, including a 15-foot minimum distance from structures
• Mandate that all private fire hydrants be painted red
• Requirement for fire hydrants to have National Standard Threads (NST) and be installed on water mains at least six inches in diameter

Planning & Zoning Commission

The January 23, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting has been cancelled. The agenda contained only procedural items (call to order, roll call, minutes, public hearings, new items, adjournment) and no substantive business was scheduled.

City Council

The Le Claire City Council will hold the second reading of Ordinance 850, adopting the 2021 International Fire Code with amendments. The council will also consider Resolution 25-009 approving the 2023-2024 audit report, and approve the consent agenda including claims totaling $137,439.75.

• Second reading of Ordinance 850 – Chapter 159 Fire Code (2021 International Fire Code with amendments)
• Resolution 25-009: Approval of 2023-2024 audit report
• Consent agenda includes claims and receipts totaling $137,439.75
• Approval of council minutes from January 6, 2025

The Le Claire City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance 850, adopting the 2021 International Fire Code with amendments requiring sprinklers in new builds. The council also approved the 2023-2024 audit report and the consent agenda, which included the January 6, 2025 meeting minutes. No public appearances were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:17 p.m.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance 850 adopting 2021 International Fire Code with sprinkler amendments (unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 Audit Report (unanimous)
• Approved January 20, 2025 Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 6, 2025 Council Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - City Council

The Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for January 20, 2025, was cancelled. No items were listed for discussion.

Board of Adjustment

This meeting of the City of Le Claire Zoning Board of Adjustments, scheduled for January 16, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda contained only procedural items (call to order, roll call, minutes, public hearings, new items, adjournment) and a standard Title VI notice; no specific business or decisions were listed.

Library Board

The LeClaire Library Board of Trustees will discuss the FY26 budget proposal and consider installing keyless entry on both front and back doors. They will also receive an update on newly installed surveillance cameras and review monthly statistics and claims.

• Discuss FY26 budget proposal
• Keyless entry on front and back library doors
• Report on new surveillance cameras installed
• Library Director's report with monthly statistics
• Board training session by Linda Mitchell

The LeClaire Library Board of Trustees met on January 14, 2025, and unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the meeting agenda, minutes from the last meeting, and library claims totaling $3,400.37 for the current month. No public comment was made. The board discussed the FY26 budget proposal, with the director seeking additional funds to increase part-time staff hours, and reviewed board training on the Full Library Board Assessment. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including agenda, minutes, and library claims (unanimous)
• Discussed FY26 budget proposal to increase part-time staff hours (no vote)
• Reviewed Full Library Board Assessment; identified need to schedule annual strategic plan review (no vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

This meeting of the Le Claire Planning & Zoning Commission scheduled for January 9, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Park & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will consider approving December minutes and discuss several administrative items: a proposed bicycle ordinance (Chapter 76), parking at Huckleberry Park, soccer shirt orders, and an update on the RFP for adventure play/splash pad. Facility updates include camera installation at Huckleberry Park and fee adjustments at Veteran's Park. Upcoming programs such as soccer, trivia night (1/18), and date night (2/21) will also be planned.

• Discussion of proposed bicycle ordinance (Chapter 76)
• Update on Huckleberry Park camera installation and readjustment
• Review of Huckleberry Park mowing tractor needs
• Consideration of fee structure changes at Veteran's Park
• Plans for upcoming programs: soccer, trivia night, date night, and catalog

Approved Ordinances as of April 2024 - Adoption of City Code

The Le Claire City Council is set to adopt Ordinance 849, which approves a re-plat of Johnson Farm Estates Phase I, encompassing lots 33 through 51 and 76 through 80, totaling 10.283 acres. The re-plat establishes lot boundaries, building setbacks, utility easements, and stormwater management requirements for the subdivision. The ordinance was published in the Quad-City Times on February 1, 2025.

• Re-plat of 47 lots (33-51 and 76-80) in Johnson Farm Estates Phase I, totaling 10.283 acres
• Building setbacks vary by lot, including 25-foot front and 30-foot rear setbacks for most lots
• Developer: Donald R. Bealer Family Limited Partnership of Coal Valley, IL
• Publication fee of $15.23 paid for notice of Ordinance 849 in the Quad-City Times

City Council

The Le Claire City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of a new fire code ordinance, and conduct third readings for two rezoning ordinances: Parkhurst Riverview Estates (zoning map amendment) and Johnson Farms PDD Overlay. The council also will consider approving a city administrator appointment, a demolition contract for 721 N Cody Rd, and engineering agreements for road projects. Consent agenda includes license renewals and claims totaling about $181,348.

• Public Hearing and first reading of Ordinance 850 (Fire Code Chapter 159)
• Third reading of Ordinance 848 (Parkhurst Riverview Estates zoning map amendment)
• Third reading of Ordinance 849 (Johnson Farms PDD Overlay rezoning)
• Resolution 25-005: City Administrator appointment & agreement
• Resolution 25-004: Demolition contract for 721 N Cody Rd with Holst Trucking & Excavating

The council unanimously approved several actions, including adopting the 2021 International Fire Code, rezoning property at 936 N Cody Road, adding Johnson Farms Villas as a planned development, and hiring Dennis Bockenstedt as City Administrator. They also approved engineering agreements for road projects and a demolition contract. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 850 adopting 2021 International Fire Code (unanimous)
• Approved third reading of Ordinance 848 rezoning 936 N Cody Rd from R-1 to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved third reading of Ordinance 849 adding Johnson Farms Villas Planned Development District (unanimous)
• Approved $131,590 engineering agreement with Veenstra & Kimm for 2025 Hot Mix Asphalt Overlay (unanimous)
• Approved $76,321 amendment to US67/Cody Road Phase II engineering agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $11,800 demolition contract with Holst Trucking & Excavating for 721 N Cody Rd (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Dennis Bockenstedt as City Administrator with 3-year agreement (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Mike Klingingsmith to Tourism Board (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - City Council

This Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for January 6, 2025, has been cancelled. No discussions or decisions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled

Approved Ordinances as of April 2024 - Adoption of City Code

The provided document is a site plan for a development project at 936 N Cody Rd. It proposes changing the zoning from R-1 to R-2 to allow for the construction of two-story duplex units.

• Proposed zoning change from R-1 to R-2 at 936 N Cody Rd
• Construction of two-story units of approximately 1,900 square feet each
• Demolition of an existing house and garage
• Phase 1: West buildings and garage demolition
• Phase 2: East buildings and house demolition

All Public Hearing Notices

The provided document is an affidavit of publication confirming that a notice for a public hearing regarding Chapter 159 was printed in The Quad-City Times on December 28, 2024.

• Publication of Public Hearing Notice - Ch 159
• Publication fee of $15.89

Tourism

The Tourism Board will consider approval of December meeting minutes and invoices, receive a tourism manager report, and discuss the FY2026 budget. Committee reports, including the Marketing Alliance update, will be reviewed. The board will also cover use of old Welcome Center proceeds and schedule future meetings.

• Approval of December 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of Office of Tourism's December invoices
• Discussion of FY2026 budget
• Update on use of old Welcome Center proceeds
• Marketing Alliance committee report and upcoming meeting on January 15

Board of Adjustment

The January 2, 2025 meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustments has been cancelled. No public hearings or new items will be considered.