Maquoketa public meetings in 2025

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider an amended variance application submitted by Bill Potter for a vacant R‑1 lot at the northeast corner of East Locust and South Matteson. The board will hold a public hearing to review the requested setbacks for a single‑family dwelling. The meeting will also include routine approvals of the agenda and the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing on amended variance for Bill Potter's R‑1 lot at East Locust & South Matteson
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from 10/16/25 meeting

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting, each by a 4‑0 vote. A public hearing was opened, also unanimously approved. The board voted 4‑0 to recess the variance hearing until the January 15, 2026 meeting and then adjourned at 7:25 pm.

• Approved agenda (4‑0)
• Approved October 16, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Opened public hearing (4‑0)
• Recessed variance hearing until Jan 15, 2026 (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:25 pm (4‑0)

City Council

The City Council will swear in the Mayor and three Council members. The body will consider a new joint public service agreement for Jackson County dispatching services and a first reading of an ordinance creating no-parking zones.

• Proposed no-parking zones on West and East Carlisle Street, David Street, and Nairn Drive
• Bills payable through December 15, 2025, in the amount of $351,125.44
• Façade and blade sign grant of $10,707.67 to Garman & Meade CPAS PC at 240 S Main St
• Purchase of a NW lift station Muffin Monster from Iowa Pump Works for $32,705.93
• City server and licensing upgrade from Reliable Technologies for $14,335.00

The Maquoketa City Council approved a joint public service agreement for dispatching services and adopted the 2026 budget for the municipal electric utility. It also adopted the first reading of an ordinance creating no‑parking zones and approved several capital projects, including an airport improvement plan, a lift‑station equipment purchase, a park change order, a nuisance‑abatement payment collection, and a server upgrade. All motions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1255 adding No Parking Zones (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-158 joint public service agreement for dispatching services (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-159 Calendar Year 2026 Budget for Maquoketa Municipal Electric Utility (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-160 Maquoketa Municipal Airport Capital Improvement Plan (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-162 purchase of a Muffin Monster for NW lift station, $32,705.93 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-163 change order and final payment $4,261.00 to Sheets Design Build for Glovik Community Park Project (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-164 collection of payment for city costs to abate nuisances (7-0)
• Approved city server licensing upgrade up to $17,500 to Reliable Technologies (7-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Maquoketa Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review previous minutes and discuss the Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Program. The meeting is primarily focused on the introduction and general discussion of this program.

• Discussion on the Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Program

Downtown Incentives Committee

The Downtown Incentives Board will meet to discuss a potential grant for a business on South Main Street. The board will also review minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting.

• Possible motion to recommend a $10,707.67 façade and blade sign grant to Garman & Meade CPAs PC at 240 S Main St

The board approved its agenda and the November 12 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. It then approved a grant of $10,707.67 to Garman & Meade CPAs PC for a façade and blade sign at 240 S Main St, also by unanimous consent. The meeting was adjourned at 3:05 PM.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved November 12 minutes (all ayes)
• Approved $10,707.67 façade and blade sign grant to Garman & Meade CPAs PC (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Library Board

The Maquoketa Public Library Board will consider approving the minutes from its November 2025 meeting. The board will review a statistical report of library activities and a financial report from the city treasurer. Bills for payment will be presented, and reports from the Building & Grounds, Finance Committee, Director, and Personnel Committee will be given.

• Discussion and possible motion to approve minutes of the November 2025 meeting
• Presentation of statistical report of library activities
• Financial report from City treasurer
• Presentation of bills for payment
• Reports from Building & Grounds, Finance Committee, Director, and Personnel Committee

City Council

The City Council will discuss a supplemental agreement for the VisitMaquoketa digital destination marketing campaign. The body is also reviewing several downtown grants, a new mobile home moving fee, and a playground equipment grant application.

• Supplemental agreement with Maquoketa Area Chamber of Commerce for $20,000 per year for three fiscal years
• Facade Grant of $15,000 for Chatden Company, LLC at 119 S Main St
• Consultant Assistance Grant up to $5,000 for La Casa De Pancho
• Proposed $200 building/structural moving fee for mobile homes
• Purchase of Pitney Bowes Relay 3500 Folder/Inserter machine for $11,143.14

The Maquoketa City Council approved the agenda and a consent agenda that included $1,797,688.73 in payable bills and a new Class B retail alcohol license. It adopted several resolutions awarding a $15,000 façade grant to Chatden Company, up to $5,000 consultant assistance to La Casa De Pancho, and other equipment and service fees. Additional approvals covered a $11,143.14 purchase of a Relay 3500 machine, payments to Midwest Concrete for the South Main & Summit Intersection Project, and support for a playground equipment grant application. The council also entered a closed session to discuss imminent litigation before adjourning.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda with $1,797,688.73 bills payable and new Class B retail alcohol license (6-0)
• Approved $15,000 façade grant to Chatden Company (6-0)
• Approved up to $5,000 consultant assistance grant to La Casa De Pancho (6-0)
• Approved fees and charges for city equipment and services (6-0)
• Approved $11,143.14 purchase of Relay 3500 machine from Pitney Bowes (6-0)
• Approved $7,020.70 change order and $8,218.13 final payment to Midwest Concrete for South Main & Summit Intersection Project (6-0)
• Approved closed session to discuss imminent litigation (6-0)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will discuss several financial statements and reports, including credit card and bank statements for October 2025 and the Maquoketa Area YMCA September 2025 summary. Members may move to approve the annual financial report for fiscal year 2024‑2025, the 2025 street finance report for road use tax funds, and the annual urban renewal report for fiscal year 2024‑2025. The committee will also consider certifying and claiming a tax‑increment for fiscal years 2026‑2027 to reimburse the city for urban renewal project costs.

• Discussion of October 2025 credit card statement
• Discussion of October 2025 bank statement
• Possible motion to approve annual financial report for FY 2024‑2025
• Possible motion to approve 2025 street finance report for road use tax funds
• Possible motion to certify and claim FY 2026‑27 tax‑increment for urban renewal projects

City Council

The City Council will review the fiscal year 2024-2025 audit and approve several annual financial reports. The body will also consider a tax-increment claim for urban renewal projects and a final payment for a drainage project.

• Bills payable through November 17, 2025, in the amount of $667,985.36
• Resolution certifying and claiming fiscal year 2026-2027 tax-increment of $686,378
• Resolution for change order 2 and final payment of $2,658.15 to Origin Design for the East Maple Drainage Project
• Resolution approving the 2025 street finance report for road use tax funds
• Resolution approving the annual Urban Renewal Report for fiscal year 2024-2025

The council accepted the city’s FY25 audit with an unmodified opinion and approved the consent agenda, including $667,985.36 in bills payable. It also adopted several resolutions covering the FY24‑25 financial report, street finance, urban renewal report, a tax‑increment claim for FY26‑27, and a change order payment for the East Maple Drainage Project. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda with $667,985.36 bills payable (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-147 – annual financial report FY24‑25 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-148 – street finance report for road use tax funds (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-149 – annual Urban Renewal Report FY24‑25 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-150 – certified FY26‑27 tax‑increment claim for urban renewal debts (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-151 – change order payment $2,658.15 to Origin Design for East Maple Drainage Project (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The committee will discuss a micro-surfacing plan for city alleys. Members will also review ongoing updates for 2025 strategic goals, including park shelter replacements and stormwater manhole repairs.

• Discussion and possible motion regarding Alleys micro-surfacing plan
• Updates on replacing 1st Ward Park and Little Bear Park Shelters
• Updates on replacing 10 stormwater manholes
• Curb lip mill and fill for Angus Court, S 5th St, and S Clark St
• Reconstruction of ADA street ramp approaches at Pleasant/Olive, Apple/Clark, Apple/Dearborn, and Apple/Eliza

The Public Works Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the October 13 meeting, each by a 3‑0 vote. It then approved a one‑year micro‑sealing contract with Struck & Irwin CO. for ten alleys at a cost of $75,000 and will forward the recommendation to the City Council. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved October 13 minutes (3-0)
• Approved one-year micro‑sealing contract for ten alleys at $75,000 (3-0)
• Adjourning the meeting (3-0)

Airport Commission

The Maquoketa Airport Commission will convene to approve previous meeting minutes, review monthly financial reports, and hear introductions and updates regarding general operations.

• Approval of August 11th, 2025 meeting minutes
• Monthly financial reports
• Introduction of Steve Schroeder
• General updates

The commission approved the meeting agenda, the August 11, 2025 minutes, and the financial reports. The FAA signed off on the runway extension and Voltmer approved the electrical work for the project. The commission noted that FAA funds will cover 95% of a planned snow‑blower purchase, with 5% from local funds, and Jon will explore joint sealing with FAA funds next summer. New renter Steve Streeter was introduced as the operator of the north corporate hangar.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved August 11, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved financial reports (motion carried)

Downtown Incentives Committee

The Downtown Incentives Board will discuss a possible motion to recommend a $15,000 façade grant to Chatden for improvements at 119 S Main St (Main St Plaza). The board will also consider a consultant assistance grant of up to $5,000 for La Casa De Pancho to address safety concerns at 100 N Main St. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes.

• Possible motion to recommend $15,000 façade grant to Chatden at 119 S Main St
• Possible motion to recommend up to $5,000 consultant assistance grant to La Casa De Pancho at 100 N Main St
• Approval of Downtown Incentives Board minutes from July 16, 2025
• Public participation segment
• Other business

The Downtown Incentives Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the July 16th minutes. It then approved a $15,000 façade grant for Chatden at 119 S Main St. It also approved a consultant assistance grant of up to $5,000 for La Casa De Pancho at 100 N Main St.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 16th minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 façade grant to Chatden (119 S Main St) (unanimous)
• Approved up to $5,000 consultant assistance grant to La Casa De Pancho (100 N Main St) (unanimous)

Parks Board

The Parks Board will meet to discuss and potentially recommend the approval of a design for playground equipment at Horseshoe Pond Park.

• Design of playground equipment at Horseshoe Pond Park

Library Board

The Maquoketa Public Library Board will discuss and possibly vote on accepting Plunkett’s quote for pest control. The meeting also includes a financial report from the city treasurer, a presentation of bills for payment, and a statistical report of library activities. Other routine reports from the Building & Grounds, Finance Committee, Director, and Personnel Committee will be presented.

• Possible motion to accept Plunkett’s quote for pest control
• Financial report from City treasurer
• Presentation of bills for payment
• Statistical report of library activities
• Discussion of minutes from the October 2025 meeting

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will discuss the attached Dispatch Services Agreement. The City seeks support to adopt the agreement and incorporate contributions into the FY2025‑2026 and FY2026‑2027 budgets. No final decision is indicated; the discussion will explore options and implications for public safety dispatch.

• Review and discussion of the Dispatch Services Agreement for potential adoption

City Council

The Maquoketa City Council will consider a one‑year extension of the Alliance Water‑Wastewater management contract, which includes a 3.0% annual cost increase and a full non‑compete release of local staff. It will also approve several change‑order payments for the Prairie Creek Trail and 5th Ward Park projects, and discuss whether to accept a TAP trail grant award for the Summit Loop Trail reconstruction.

• Resolution to extend Alliance Water‑Wastewater contract (one‑year extension, 3% cost increase)
• Resolution approving Change Order 2: $9,800.20 to Jim Schroeder Construction for Prairie Creek Trail & Disc Golf Course
• Resolution approving Change Order 1: $870.00 to River City Paving for 5th Ward Park parking lot work
• Resolution approving payment of $131,015.77 to River City Paving for completed parking lot reconstruction
• Discussion on TAP trail grant: $142,502 award offered, $500,000 requested from TAP, city match $514,941

The Maquoketa City Council voted 5-0 to deny the TAP grant for the Summit Loop Trail. It also approved multiple resolutions authorizing payments and change orders for the Prairie Creek Trail, 5th Ward Park, River City Paving, Glass Heritage, and Pro‑Line Painting Services. Additional approvals included bids for snow‑removal equipment for the 2025‑2026 season and material bids for 2026. All votes were unanimous.

• Denied TAP trail grant for Summit Loop Trail (5-0)
• Approved Change Order 2 increase $9,800.20 to Jim Schroeder Construction for Prairie Creek Trail & Disc Golf Project (5-0)
• Approved Change Order 1 increase $870.00 to River City Paving for 5th Ward Park reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved payment $131,015.77 to River City Paving for 5th Ward Park project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution accepting bids for snow removal equipment for 2025‑2026 season (5-0)
• Approved Resolution approving bids for materials Jan 1 2026‑Dec 31 2026 (5-0)
• Approved final payment $19,098.75 to Glass Heritage for window contract work (5-0)
• Approved payment $21,129.63 to Pro‑Line Painting Services for Library repainting (5-0)

City Council

The Maquoketa City Council will hold a special meeting on October 22, 2025. An executive session will be convened under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(C) to discuss imminent litigation. The council will consider a possible motion to approve a settlement agreement with Linn County identified as LACV102709.

• Executive session on imminent litigation (Iowa Code 21.5(1)(C))
• Possible motion to approve settlement agreement with Linn County (LACV102709)

The council approved its agenda unanimously. It entered a closed session to discuss litigation strategy and later resumed the open session. The council then approved the settlement agreement on Linn County LACV102709 with a 5-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 5:20 p.m.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss litigation strategy (5-0)
• Resumed open session (5-0)
• Approved settlement agreement on Linn County LACV102709 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (all Ayes)

Property Maintenance Board

The Property Maintenance Board will hold its regular meeting on October 22, 2025. The agenda includes a building permit report, an update on nuisance properties, and an audience segment for public comments. The board will also address any other business items before adjourning.

• Building permit report
• Update on nuisance properties
• Audience for public comments
• Other Business

The Property Maintenance Board approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. Both motions were made by Chris and seconded by Steve. The board then adjourned the meeting at 6:30 pm. No other actions were decided.

• Approved agenda (motion by Chris, seconded by Steve)
• Approved previous minutes (motion by Chris, seconded by Steve)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Steve, seconded by Chris)

City Council

The Maquoketa City Council will vote on a resolution to accept a $750,000 Paul Bruhn Historic Preservation Grant for rehabilitating historic properties. The council will also consider resolutions for a new commercial broker agreement, a draft CAT grant application for the YMCA Aquatic Park, and several public‑works purchases including a drum roller, a Ford truck, a traffic detection system, and tree‑removal services. Additional items include authorizing electronic record‑keeping and electronic signatures.

• Resolution to accept $750,000 historic preservation grant (Grant #P25AP02156)
• Resolution approving $39,301.76 purchase of a 4‑ton drum roller (Star Equipment LTD)
• Resolution approving $56,901.00 purchase of a Ford F‑550XL truck (Stivers Ford)
• Resolution approving $19,500 purchase of a MioVision traffic detection system for Main St & Platt St
• Resolution approving $18,100 contract for tree and stump removal (Top Saw Tree Service)

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included the October 6 minutes and $444,563.06 in bills payable. It also adopted several resolutions, notably committing the city’s matching funds for the CAT Grant application for the Maquoketa Area YMCA Aquatic Park. All motions carried with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda covering Oct 6 minutes and $444,563.06 bills payable (5-0)
• Approved exclusive broker listing agreement for Highway 61 – Industrial Park land (5-0)
• Approved draft application and city match for CAT Grant for YMCA Aquatic Park (5-0)
• Accepted Historic Preservation Paul Bruhn Grant Agreement #P25AP02156 (5-0)
• Approved drum roller purchase from Star Equipment Ltd for $39,301.76 (5-0)
• Approved Ford F-550XL truck purchase from Stivers Ford for $56,901.00 (5-0)
• Approved electronic signatures policy (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special session. The primary purpose of the meeting is to enter an executive session to discuss imminent litigation under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(C).

• Executive session regarding imminent litigation

The council approved the meeting agenda unanimously. It entered a closed session at 4:34 p.m. to discuss litigation strategy under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(C). The council resumed the open session at 5:09 p.m. and took action consistent with the city attorney’s advice. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss litigation strategy (4-0)
• Resumed open session (4-0)
• Took council action consistent with city attorney advice (4-0)
• Motion to adjourn (outcome not recorded)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The board will hold a public hearing on a variance application submitted by Bill Potter to lower the required front and rear setbacks for a duplex at the northwest corner of South Matteson Street and East Locust Street. The requested setbacks are 16 feet front and 7 feet rear, compared with the ordinance’s 30‑foot requirement. The board will consider the proposed changes to the east and west side setbacks (20 feet and 16 feet 4 inches respectively). The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, agenda and minutes approval.

• Public hearing on variance to reduce setbacks for duplex at NW corner of S Matteson St & E Locust St (requested 16' front, 7' rear)
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from 08.21.25 meeting

The Zoning Board approved its agenda and the minutes from the August 21 meeting, each by a 4‑0 vote. The board opened and later closed the public hearing, also by 4‑0 votes, and then approved Potter's variance request for a duplex on his parcel with a 3‑1 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:25 p.m.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 08.21.25 meeting (4-0)
• Opened public hearing (4-0)
• Closed public hearing (4-0)
• Approved variance request for duplex (3-1)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Tree Board

The Tree Board will review its budget and expenses to date. It will discuss a tree complaint located at 425 Thomas Ave. The board will review and possibly recommend a tree and stump removal bid for City Council action.

• Review of tree board budget and expenses
• Discussion of tree complaint at 425 Thomas Ave
• Recommendation of tree and stump removal bid for City Council

The board approved the agenda and the March meeting minutes. It decided to remove trees #12, #14, #18, #19, #20, #21, and #22 from the removal bid list, resulting in a total bid of $18,100 from Top Saw. The board adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (motion by Amanda and Ashley)
• Approved March meeting minutes (motion by Amanda and Elaine)
• Removed trees #12, #14, #18, #19, #20, #21, #22 from removal bid list (no vote recorded)
• Adopted Top Saw bid of $18,100 for tree removals (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Amanda and Ashley)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss a one‑year extension of the Alliance water‑wastewater contract with a 3% increase. It will also consider several equipment purchases, including a drum roller for $39,301.76, a Ford F‑550XL truck for $56,901.00, and a truck upfitting package for $25,459.16. Finally, the committee will review a $19,500 offer for a MioVision traffic detection system at Main St and Platt St.

• One‑year Alliance contract extension (July 1 2026 – June 30 2027) with 3% increase
• Drum roller cooperative purchase from Star Equipment LTD for $39,301.76
• Ford F‑550XL truck cooperative purchase from Stivers Ford for $56,901.00
• Truck upfitting cooperative purchase from Henderson Equipment for $25,459.16
• MioVision traffic detection system purchase from Traffic and Transportation Products, Limited for $19,500

The committee voted 3-0 to approve a one-year contract extension with Alliance. It also approved purchases of a drum roller ($39,301.76), a Ford F-550XL truck ($56,901.00), equipment upfitting for the truck ($25,459.16), and a Mio Vision traffic detection system for Main and Platt Streets ($19,500.00). All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved one-year contract extension with Alliance (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 4‑ton drum roller from Star Equipment LTD for $39,301.76 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 1‑ton Ford F-550XL truck from Stivers Ford for $56,901.00 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of equipment upfitting the Ford F-550XL for $25,459.16 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of Mio Vision traffic detection system for Main & Platt Streets for $19,500.00 (3-0)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will review recent financial statements, receive an update on a dispatching services agreement with Jackson County and other cities, and consider hiring two part‑time Development Directors for the VisitMaquoketa marketing campaign. It will also consider resolutions on records retention, electronic imaging and document filing, electronic signatures, and a motion to approve a $750,000 Paul Bruhn Historic Preservation Grant for rehabilitation of historic properties.

• Discussion of September 2025 credit card statement
• Discussion of September 2025 bank statement
• Progress update on a dispatching services agreement with Jackson County and other contributing cities
• Possible motion to create and hire two part‑time Development Directors for the VisitMaquoketa campaign (budget $35,000–$55,000, including two $10,000 grant applications and a $15,000 city contribution)
• Possible motion to approve a $750,000 Paul Bruhn Historic Preservation Grant (city contribution 10% from Downtown Incentives Fund, $211,529)

Parks Board

The Maquoketa Parks Board will review the status of current and future projects, approve the July meeting minutes, and consider a motion regarding a new playground design at Horseshoe Pond Campground. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, agenda approval, and open items before adjourning.

• Discussion and possible motion for a prospective playground design at Horseshoe Pond Campground
• Status update on current and future park projects
• Approval of July meeting minutes
• Approval of meeting agenda
• Open items

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss a possible motion to adopt parking limitation ordinances for Nairn Drive, West Carlisle Street, and a portion of David Street. The goal is to improve vehicle access for emergency responders and address heavy‑truck parking complaints. The committee will also hold an open discussion on reviewing property‑maintenance related ordinances and gathering feedback for future council recommendations.

• Possible motion to limit parking: one‑side parking on Nairn Dr, no parking on W Carlisle St, and no parking on part of David St
• Discussion of enforcement using a $7.50 parking ticket for heavy‑truck violations
• Review of property‑maintenance ordinances and collection of staff and public feedback for future council action

The Public Safety Committee approved its agenda and the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted a recommendation to limit parking on Nairn Drive, West Carlisle Street, and David Street. The meeting was then adjourned. No other business was taken up.

• Approved agenda (2-0)
• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Recommended parking limitations on Nairn Drive, West Carlisle Street, and David Street (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will review a statistical report of library activities and a financial report from the City treasurer. The board will also discuss and potentially vote to adopt a Citizen Input Policy.

• Discussion and possible motion to adopt Citizen Input Policy
• Presentation of Statistical Report of Library activities
• Financial report from City treasurer
• Presentation of bills for payment

City Council

The City Council will discuss and potentially authorize debt financing for a YMCA capital campaign including an aquatic park and pool tiling. The body will also consider a zoning amendment request and a development agreement amendment for Meadow Park.

• Proposed $1,250,000 in City debt financing for the Maquoketa Area YMCA Aquatic Park project
• Professional services agreement of $58,481 with Commercial Recreation Specialists
• Resolution to direct Planning & Zoning to study a rezoning request to Agriculture 1 for Parcel 71-2025
• Bills payable through October 6, 2025, totaling $856,003.53
• Amendment to private development agreement with BSM2 Development, LLC for Meadow Park

The Maquoketa City Council approved the consent agenda unanimously. It rejected a proposed zoning change for Parcel 71-2025 by a 5‑1 vote. The council approved several resolutions, including authorizing up to $1,1250,000 in debt financing for the YMCA Aquatic Park, a $58,481 professional services agreement, an amendment with BSM2 Development, and change orders for the Prairie Creek trail and East Maple Drainage projects. It also approved the final payment of $28,686.41 to Steger Construction for the East Maple Drainage Project.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Rejected zoning change for Parcel 71-2025 (5-1)
• Approved $1,1250,000 debt financing for YMCA Aquatic Park (6-0)
• Approved $58,481 professional services agreement (6-0)
• Approved amendment with BSM2 Development (6-0)
• Approved Change Order 1 $2,785.55 to Jim Schroeder Construction (6-0)
• Approved Change Order 1 $5,265.57 to Steger Construction (6-0)
• Approved final payment $28,686.41 to Steger Construction (6-0)

City Council

The Maquoketa City Council will consider resolutions to approve partial and full settlement agreements with Bolton & Menk, Inc. and Mediacom regarding a Linn County project. The meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. on October 1, 2025, with a virtual option available.

• Resolution approving partial settlement with Bolton & Menk, Inc.
• Resolution approving settlement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. and Mediacom
• Resolution approving settlement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. and Century Link
• Public participation via Zoom
• Meeting held at 201 East Pleasant Street

The Maquoketa City Council approved its agenda and then passed three resolutions (2025-122, 2025-123, 2025-124) approving settlement agreements with Bolton & Menk, Inc. each connected to Linn County LACV102709. All motions carried with a 4-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:09 p.m.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-122 settlement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-123 settlement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. and Mediacom (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-124 settlement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. and Century Link (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Maquoketa City Council will hold a special meeting to renew a Special Class 'C' retail alcohol license for Maquoketa Brewing, LLC. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall and streamed via Zoom.

• Renewal of Special Class 'C' retail alcohol license for Maquoketa Brewing, LLC
• Meeting held at 201 East Pleasant Street, Maquoketa, IA 52060
• Public participation via Zoom and phone call

The Maquoketa City Council approved the meeting agenda unanimously (5-0). The council then approved the consent agenda, which included the renewal of a Special Class “C” retail alcohol license for Maquoketa Brewing, LLC, with a 4-0 vote and one abstention. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Special Class “C” retail alcohol license for Maquoketa Brewing, LLC (4-0, Lyon abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Maquoketa City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the sale of two parcels at 1015 E Platt St, totaling about 142,765 square feet, to T & M Investments, LC for $70,285.71. The council will also consider resolutions for a $37,429 change order to Dave River Construction for park shelter replacement, a $2,621.37 change order to Mississippi Valley Pump, Inc. for lift‑station pump installation, and a $255,000 professional services agreement with WHKS Engineering for utility replacement design. Additional items on the consent agenda include routine minutes, bills payable of $628,930.97, and retail alcohol license renewals. A presentation by the Greater Dubuque Development Corporation is scheduled during the meeting.

• Sale of 1015 E Platt St lot 1 (72,745 sq ft) and lot 2 (70,020 sq ft) to T & M Investments, LC for $70,285.71
• Change order 2: increase of $37,429 to Dave River Construction for park shelter replacement project
• Change order 1: increase of $2,621.37 to Mississippi Valley Pump, Inc. for lift‑station pump installation
• Professional services agreement with WHKS Engineering for $255,000 for design and construction administration of utility replacement on Eddy, Erie, S Niagara, and possibly Washington Street
• Bills payable through September 15 2025 in the amount of $628,930.97 (consent agenda)

The council unanimously approved the agenda and consent agenda, including $628,930.97 in bills payable. It approved the sale of two parcels at 1015 E. Platt St. for $70,285.71, a $37,429 change order for the park shelter project, a $2,621.37 change order for a lift‑station pump, and a $255,000 professional services agreement with WHKS for the Jones, Erie, and South Niagara utility replacement project. The council also authorized payments of $28,331.37 to Mississippi Valley Pump and $8,831.20 to Display Sales for a lift‑station pump replacement and snowflake lights, respectively. All motions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda covering minutes, $628,930.97 bills payable, and three Class C retail alcohol licenses (7-0)
• Approved sale of 1015 E. Platt St. parcels to T&M Investments for $70,285.71 (7-0)
• Approved Change Order 2 increasing payment to Dave River Construction by $37,429 for park shelter replacement (7-0)
• Approved Change Order 1 increasing payment to Mississippi Valley Pump by $2,621.37 for lift‑station pump costs (7-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with WHKS for $255,000 for utility replacement project (7-0)
• Authorized payment of $28,331.37 to Mississippi Valley Pump for industrial lift‑station pump replacement (7-0)
• Authorized payment of $8,831.20 to Display Sales for snowflake lights (7-0)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will review an update on the YMCA capital campaign and discuss a possible motion to recommend a city bonding (TIF) commitment for the proposed aquatic park, splash pad, pool tiling, and Matteson Street improvements. The project total is $2.5 million, with $982,000 already verbally pledged and a potential $510,000 Iowa Economic Development Authority grant. City staff estimates the bonding need could range from $808,000 to $1.85 million, with a 20‑year TIF bond at a coupon rate of 2.5%‑4.25%. The committee will provide input and may vote on the financing recommendation.

• Proposed $2.5 million YMCA aquatic park project (includes $1.85 M park, $350 k pool tiling, $300 k Matteson St improvements)
• $982,000 verbally committed to the campaign (Series A fundraising)
• Potential $510,000 IEDA Community Attraction and Tourism grant
• City bonding need estimated at $808,000–$1,850,000, TIF debt, 20‑year bond, coupon 2.5%‑4.25%
• Committee to discuss and possibly motion to recommend city financing commitment

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved its agenda and then voted to recommend that the City provide a financial commitment of up to $1.25 million for the YMCA splash pad project. The recommendation is for the City Council to consider funding the campaign, with final amounts to depend on grant results and fundraising. The meeting was adjourned at 5:52 p.m.

• Approved agenda (All Ayes)
• Recommended financial commitment for splash pad campaign up to $1.25 million (All Ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (All Ayes)

Library Board

The Maquoketa Public Library Board will review routine items such as the August 2025 meeting minutes, a statistical report of library activities, a financial report from the city treasurer, and bills awaiting payment. The board will discuss and may vote to adopt a Citizen Input Policy. A closed‑session motion may also be considered to evaluate the Library Director under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i).

• Possible motion to approve minutes of the August 2025 meeting
• Presentation of statistical report of library activities
• Financial report from the City treasurer
• Presentation of bills for payment
• Possible motion to adopt Citizen Input Policy

Parks Board

The Maquoketa Parks Board will review the status of ongoing and upcoming park projects. It will discuss and possibly move to replace the shelter at First Ward Park. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda and July minutes.

• Review status of current and future park projects
• Discussion and possible motion to replace shelter at First Ward Park
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of July minutes

Tree Board

The board approved the meeting agenda on a motion by Elaine and Ashley. The minutes from the March meeting were approved on a motion by Amanda and Ashley. The budget and expenses were reviewed and no changes were made. The board discussed tree complaints, a digital survey, the Trees Forever Grant, tree planting replacements, Tree Plotter software, and the upcoming removal bid list.

• Agenda approved (motion by Elaine and Ashley)
• March meeting minutes approved (motion by Amanda and Ashley)
• Budget reviewed with no changes

City Council

The council approved the meeting agenda with a 6‑0 vote. They then voted 6‑0 to go into a closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(C) to discuss strategy with legal counsel regarding a pending litigation matter. The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m. with all members voting aye.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss litigation strategy (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The committee voted 3-0 to approve the meeting agenda. It then approved the minutes from the August 11 meeting by a 3-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 4:22 p.m. with a unanimous 3-0 motion.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved August 11 minutes (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:22 p.m. (3-0)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The committee approved its meeting agenda. It also approved the August 2025 minutes. A motion was made to table the YMCA monthly financial summary discussion, but no vote result was recorded. No other formal decisions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (all Ayes)
• Approved August 2025 minutes (all Ayes)
• Tabled YMCA monthly financial summary discussion (no vote recorded)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission discussed signage for the downtown historic district and the West Pleasant Historic District. The commission decided that four signs are needed and identified their locations: two West Pleasant signs at the Platt/Prospect intersection and near the library, and two Main Street signs on North Main near the post office and South Main near Maple Street. No formal motion or vote was recorded.

• Decided four historic district signs are needed and specified locations (no vote recorded)

City Council

The Maquoketa City Council will approve a final payment for the S Main & Summit intersection project and a $40,000 American Rescue Plan Act reimbursement to Sacred Heart Church. The meeting also includes a public hearing for the sale of two downtown lots and the renewal of two Class 'C' retail alcohol licenses.

• Resolution approving final change order for S Main & Summit intersection project ($266,916.91 total)
• Resolution approving ARPA reimbursement payment to Sacred Heart Church ($40,000)
• Resolution setting public hearing for sale of 1015 E Platt St lots to T & M Investments ($70,285.71)
• Renewing Class 'C' Retail Alcohol License for Megas LLC DBA Mega’s Grill
• Renewing Class 'C' Retail Alcohol License for Jackson County Fair Association

The council approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda, including $645,572.03 in bills and two alcohol license renewals. It adopted several resolutions: a $767.40 change order for Midwest Concrete, a $17,662.40 holiday snowflakes order, a public hearing on the sale of two parcels to T&M Investments for $70,285.71, and a $40,000 ARPA reimbursement to Sacred Heart Church. The meeting was adjourned at 6:09 p.m.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with $645,572.03 bills and two alcohol license renewals (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-115: increase $767.40 payment to Midwest Concrete for S Main & Summit Intersection (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-116: holiday snowflakes order $17,662.40 with Display Sales (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-117: set public hearing Sep 15, 2025 on sale of two parcels (~72,745 sq ft and ~70,020 sq ft) to T&M Investments for $70,285.71 (5-0)
• Approved ARPA reimbursement to Sacred Heart Church $40,000 for child‑care addition (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Property Maintenance Board

The board met on August 27, 2025, reviewed building permits, nuisance complaints, and vacant building lists, and discussed Horseshoe Pond facilities. No motions were voted on or decisions recorded beyond agenda and minutes approvals, whose outcomes were not noted. The next meeting is scheduled for October 22, 2025.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board approved its agenda unanimously. It then approved a variance allowing gravel storage on the lot at 201 Generac. Finally, it approved a variance permitting a 20' × 22' carport to be built at the front of the garage at 516 N Walnut. All motions passed with all votes in favor.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved variance for gravel storage at 201 Generac (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 20' × 22' carport at 516 N Walnut (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to charge mitigation rates for fire department services, specifically for commercial vehicle incidents on major highways. The body will also review several project payments and change orders related to city infrastructure and public safety.

• Ordinance for Fire Department mitigation rates for emergency and non-emergency services
• Change order of $25,688.00 for Destination Iowa Prairie Creek Streambank Restoration Project
• Payment of $21,293.28 to Federal Aviation Administration for flight path testing
• Payment of $13,725.61 to Stivers Ford for new squad car upfitting
• Bills payable through August 18, 2025 in the amount of $1,627,799.41

The council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 1254, creating a program to charge mitigation rates for fire department services, and completed its third reading after suspending rules. It also adopted several resolutions and change orders, including a $25,688 increase for the Destination Iowa Prairie Creek Streambank Restoration Project and a $587.56 increase for upfitting a new squad car, and authorized related payments.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including $1,627,799.41 bills payable through Aug 18 (7-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 1254 (7-0)
• Suspended rules for third meeting of Ordinance 1254 (7-0)
• Approved third reading of Ordinance 1254 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-111 change order $25,688 for Prairie Creek Streambank Restoration (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-113 change order $587.56 for new squad car upfitting (7-0)
• Authorized payment $13,725.61 to Stivers Ford for squad car upfitting (7-0)

City Council

The council approved the meeting agenda unanimously (7-0). After extensive discussion of downtown development, housing, and communication, the council adjourned at 6:02 p.m. with a unanimous motion (all Ayes). No formal resolutions, approvals, or denials were adopted beyond the agenda and adjournment.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:02 p.m. (all Ayes)

City Council

The council approved the meeting agenda with a 4-0 vote. It then approved the consent agenda, which includes a resolution affirming support for the Maquoketa Summit Loop Reconstruction, by a 5-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned shortly after.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda affirming support for Summit Loop Reconstruction (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Maquoketa Public Library Board will review statistical reports of library activities and financial reports from the City treasurer. The meeting includes a planned closed session to evaluate the Library Director.

• Statistical Report of Library activities
• Financial report from City treasurer
• Presentation of bills for payment
• Closed session for Library Director evaluation

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss a contract with Alliance and billing from Macqueen for camera repairs. The body will also seek an alternative street sweeper and review updates to the 2025 strategic goals.

• Discussion regarding Alliance contract
• Macqueen billing for camera repairs
• Search for alternative street sweeper
• Updates to Public Works Department 2025 Strategic Goals

The committee voted 2-0 to approve the meeting agenda. It then approved the minutes from the July 14 meeting by a 2-0 vote. Finally, the committee adjourned the meeting with a 2-0 vote.

• Approved agenda (2-0)
• Approved July 14 minutes (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will meet to review monthly financial reports and discuss the status of the Runway Project. No new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Runway Project Update

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 6, 2025. No other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved June 6, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:35 p.m. (motion carried)

Tree Board

The Tree Board approved the agenda and the July meeting minutes unanimously. It placed Erik Arensdorf’s stump complaint at 317 S 4th St on the removal list and added Pat & Kathy Bowman’s complaints to both a watch list and a removal list. The board assigned Glenn Short to contact the Bowmans, tasked Elaine Edwards with leading bidding documentation, asked Josh Boldt to verify boulevard widths, and will review a prospective bidding list at the next meeting.

• Agenda approved (all ayes)
• July minutes approved (all ayes)
• Erik Arensdorf’s stump complaint added to removal list
• Pat & Kathy Bowman’s complaints added to watch list and one to removal list
• Glenn Short to communicate directly with Pat & Kathy Bowman
• Elaine Edwards to lead bidding documentation and coordination with Public Works
• Prospective bidding list to be presented at next Tree Board meeting
• Josh Boldt asked to verify typical boulevard widths in the City

Finance & Personnel Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the July 14 minutes. It approved a $5,000 annual contribution to the Greater Dubuque Development Corporation for marketing and development efforts. The review of the FY 2024‑2025 pre‑audit financials was tabled until the September meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 5:10 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 14 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 annual support to Greater Dubuque Development Corp (unanimous)
• Tabled FY 2024‑2025 pre‑audit financial review until September meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 5:10 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The council approved the sale of a 3.59‑acre parcel to Allen Oltmann’s Trust for $52,000. It also approved a change‑order increase for River City Paving, a change‑order increase for Stickley Electric, and a non‑federal agreement with the FAA for runway checks. The first reading of a fire‑department mitigation‑rate ordinance passed, while the rezoning amendment for parcel #145183040002000 failed. A $100,000 grant application to the Iowa DNR was approved.

• Approved sale of parcel #431729200016000 to Allen Oltmann’s Trust for $52,000 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1254 (mitigation rates for Fire Department) (6-1)
• Failed first reading of Ordinance No. 1255 (rezoning parcel #145183040002000) (1-6)
• Approved Resolution 2025-108: non‑federal reimbursable agreement with FAA for $21,293.28 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-109: preliminary grant application to Iowa DNR for $100,000 (6-1)
• Approved change‑order increase to River City Paving for $4,975 (7-0)
• Approved change‑order increase to Stickley Electric for $10,252 (7-0)
• Approved payment to River City Paving of $464,290 for the City Mill & Fill Project (7-0)

City Council

The Maquoketa City Council adopted the consent agenda, including $647,216.57 in bills payable and two retail alcohol license renewals. It approved resolutions to endorse the former Clinton Engines site analysis and to hold public hearings on August 4 for the proposed airport property sale and a conditional rezoning request. Several change orders and a snowblower purchase were also approved, each with a unanimous vote.

• Approved consent agenda (bills payable $647,216.57, license renewals) – 6‑0
• Approved Resolution 2025-96 endorsing Clinton Engines Site Opportunity Analysis – 6‑0
• Approved Resolution 2025-97 scheduling public hearing Aug 4 on airport property sale – 6‑0
• Approved Resolution 2025-98 scheduling public hearing Aug 4 on conditional rezoning request – 5‑1 (Lyon nay)
• Approved change order $53,747 for Glovik Community Park Project – 6‑0
• Approved Sourcewell bid $181,303.50 for snowblower purchase – 6‑0
• Approved change order $192,084.54 to Tschiggfrie Excavating for Platt Street Project – 6‑0
• Approved Downtown Incentive Façade Grant $1,380.30 to Tracy Thede, 107 N Main St – 6‑0

City Council

The Maquoketa City Council approved the meeting agenda unanimously (5-0). They also approved the consent agenda, which includes a new Special Class “C” retail alcohol license filed by the Jackson County Fair Association, with a 5-0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Special Class “C” retail alcohol license for Jackson County Fair Association (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Downtown Incentives Committee

The Downtown Incentives Board approved its agenda and the minutes from the May 14 meeting. The board recommended a façade grant of $1,380.30 to Tracy Thede for the bakery at 107 N Main St. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved May 14 minutes (all ayes)
• Recommended façade grant of $1,380.30 to Tracy Thede (all ayes)

Tree Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and the June 9 minutes. Members voted unanimously to purchase Tree Plotter software, directing Josh to obtain the contract. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda
• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes
• Approved purchase of Tree Plotter software (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee approved the meeting agenda and the June 9 minutes, each by a 2‑0 vote. It also approved a $181,303.50 bid from Bonnell Industries for an endloader snowblower and a $192,084.54 increase to Platt Street Change Order 18, both by 2‑0 votes. The meeting was adjourned at 4:26 p.m.

• Approved agenda (2-0)
• Approved June 9 minutes (2-0)
• Approved Bonnell Industries snowblower bid $181,303.50 (2-0)
• Approved Platt Street Change Order 18 increase $192,084.54 (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved its agenda and the June 9 minutes. It recommended that the City Council adopt an ordinance to charge mitigation rates for fire department emergency and non‑emergency services. It also recommended selling approximately 3.59 acres of airport property to the Allen Oltmann Trust for $52,000. The committee asked the YMCA to provide a quarterly report to Council.

• Approved meeting agenda (All Ayes)
• Approved June 9 minutes (All Ayes)
• Recommended Council approve fire mitigation rate ordinance (All Ayes)
• Recommended sale of 3.59 acres airport land to Allen Oltmann Trust for $52,000 (All Ayes)
• Requested YMCA present quarterly report to Council (All Ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:56 p.m. (All Ayes)

City Council

The Maquoketa City Council approved several resolutions and contracts, all with unanimous 6-0 votes. Key actions included scheduling a public hearing on the former Clinton Engines Site opportunity analysis and approving purchase and right‑of‑first‑refusal agreements with Paul Tonderum. Additional approvals covered a conditional rezoning hearing, change orders for stormwater and road projects, and payments for airport runway reconstruction.

• Approved amendment to agenda numbering (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda with $834,256.20 in bills and multiple licenses (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-86, setting a public hearing July 21 on former Clinton Engines Site (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-87, option to purchase and property access agreement with Paul Tonderum (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-88, right of first refusal agreement with Paul Tonderum (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-89, setting a public hearing July 21 on conditional rezoning request by Big Country Property LLC (6-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 3, increasing payment $5,139.10 to Midwest Concrete for South Main & Summit intersection project (6-0)
• Approved Payment Number 4, $279,931.84 to Boomerang Corp for Maquoketa Municipal Airport Runway 15 End reconstruction (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted to move the Big Country Properties rezoning request to the City Council with a 3‑2 vote. It also voted not to recommend the proposed ordinance that would prohibit alcohol and tobacco retail in the Central Business District, passing unanimously. The public hearing was formally closed and the meeting adjourned by unanimous motions.

• Closed public hearing (unanimous)
• Advanced rezoning application to City Council (3-2)
• Did not recommend downtown alcohol/tobacco shop ordinance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Property Maintenance Board

The Property Maintenance Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the prior meeting. No other formal actions were taken; the rest of the session involved public comments, updates on nuisance properties, and discussion of future initiatives.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes

City Council

The council approved the agenda and a consent agenda that included $1,585,033.27 in bills payable. It adopted a series of ordinances (Nos. 1245‑1253) covering water service billing, Board of Adjustment, peddlers, water system, building sewers, street use, trees, zoning regulations, and fireworks. Three resolutions were passed authorizing sewer camera repairs ($12,136.57), interfund transfers for FY24/25, and a brush‑truck purchase up to $80,000. All votes were 6‑0.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda with $1,585,033.27 bills payable (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1245 amending water service billing (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1246 amending Board of Adjustment provisions (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1247 amending peddlers, solicitors, and transient merchants (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1252 amending zoning regulations (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-81 authorizing sewer camera repair $12,136.57 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-83 approving brush‑truck purchase up to $80,000 (6-0)

City Council

The council approved the meeting agenda unanimously (4‑0). It then approved the consent agenda, which grants a new Special Class C retail alcohol license to Hall of Fame Pizza & Wings and amends the Special Class C retail alcohol license for Maquoketa Brewery to allow outdoor service for the listed applications. The meeting was adjourned at 12:07 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda granting new Special Class C retail alcohol license to Hall of Fame Pizza & Wings
• Approved amendment to Special Class C retail alcohol license for Maquoketa Brewery for outdoor service (applications 222138, 223231, 223241, 223238, 223239, 223240, 223242)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:07 p.m.

Tree Board

The board reviewed the agenda and May minutes, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome. A budget deficit was noted due to pending grant reimbursements. The board postponed the purchase decision for Tree Plotter software until the July meeting. Several action items were assigned, including an email demonstration of the software and follow‑up on tree complaints.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee approved its agenda and the May 12 meeting minutes. It also approved a $3,000 deduction change order for the stormwater levee reconstruction and a $12,156.57 repair for a utility camera cable, both to be forwarded to Council for final approval. No other substantive actions were taken. The meeting adjourned at 4:22 p.m.

• Approved agenda (2-0)
• Approved May 12 minutes (2-0)
• Approved $3,000 deduction change order, forward to Council (2-0)
• Approved $12,156.57 camera cable repair, forward to Council (2-0)
• Adjoined meeting (2-0)

Airport Commission

The commission voted to approve the meeting agenda and to adopt the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting. Both motions were carried. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (motion carried)

City Council

The Maquoketa City Council approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included $2,940,998.58 in bills, each by a 7‑0 vote. The council also approved the employment contract for Building Inspector Christina Schneider (7‑0). Finally, the council approved change orders 1 and 2, increasing the South Main & Summit Intersection Project cost by $8,334 (7‑0).

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Closed public hearing on Sunshine Learning Center reimbursement (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda with $2,940,998.58 in bills (7-0)
• Approved Building Inspector Employment Contract for Christina Schneider (7-0)
• Approved change order 1 and 2 increase $8,334 for South Main & Summit Intersection Project (7-0)

City Council

The council adopted Ordinance No. 1244, creating a Utility Improvement Fund, and approved several resolutions including a public hearing for the Sunshine Learning Center budget review, an ADA Improvement Plan, and a $62,657 squad‑car purchase. It also extended the Dittmer Recycling contract, approved salary increases for the Public Works Director, Police Chief and Library Director, and adopted a new City Manager contract and City Administration pay scales. All motions were carried with vote counts ranging from 5‑0 to 4‑1.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1244 establishing Utility Improvement Fund – 5-0
• Approved Resolution 2025-67 setting public hearing for Sunshine Learning Center budget review – 5-0
• Approved Resolution 2025-68 adopting ADA Improvement Plan – 5-0
• Authorized squad car purchase and upfit with Stivers Ford for $62,657.05 – 5-0
• Extended Dittmer Recycling Contract (2‑year, 3% annual increase) – 5-0
• Approved Department Head salary increase for Public Works Director, Police Chief, and Library Director – 5-0
• Approved City Manager contract with requested 2% raise and other terms – 5-0
• Approved City Administration job description and pay scales – 4-1

Downtown Incentives Committee

The Downtown Incentives Board approved a façade grant of $4,685.00 for Fred & Sharon Droste at 229 S Main St. The Board also approved a commercial interior grant of $1,151.41 for Rise Counseling & Consulting at 101 N Main St, changing the original proposal to exclude the blade sign grant. Both grant motions passed unanimously. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were also approved unanimously.

• Approved façade grant $4,685.00 to Fred & Sharon Droste, 229 S Main St (unanimous)
• Approved commercial interior grant $1,151.41 to Rise Counseling & Consulting, 101 N Main St (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 19 minutes (unanimous)

Parks Board

The board decided to end the Spring Cleanup program because volunteer turnout was low and it was not financially reasonable. The board also agreed to work on park safety by adding mulch around playground equipment and removing old wooden structures at 1st Ward Park and old metal structures at 5th Ward Park. No other actions were taken. The meeting adjourned at 5:56 p.m.

• Discontinued Spring Cleanup program (decision)
• Agreed to address mulch and remove old structures at 1st Ward and 5th Ward Parks (decision)

Tree Board

The Maquoketa Tree Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March meeting. Both approvals were made by motions from board members. No other formal actions were taken.

• Agenda approved (motion by Amanda River and DeAnn Montoya)
• March meeting minutes approved (motion by Amanda River and Ashley River)

Public Works Committee

The committee approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 10 meeting. It voted to extend the Dittmer Recycling contract and to move that extension to the City Council for final approval. The ADA Plan was also approved and forwarded to the Council. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes of March 10 meeting (3-0)
• Approved extension of Dittmer Recycling contract, to be sent to Council (3-0)
• Approved ADA Plan, to be sent to Council (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The committee approved its agenda and the April 14 minutes. It recommended the city council approve the FY26 squad‑car purchase and upfit. The committee moved the UB Clerk wage‑increase request to the council without its support. It also recommended a 7.5% salary increase for the Police Chief and Public Works Director and approved the proposed City manager contract with a 2% raise, a 40‑hour comp‑time bank, and a six‑month severance.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 14 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Council approve FY26 squad‑car purchase and upfit (unanimous)
• Moved UB Clerk wage‑increase request to City Council without committee support (2‑1)
• Recommended Council approve 7.5% salary increase for Police Chief and Public Works Director (unanimous)
• Recommended Council approve City manager contract with 2% raise, 40‑hour comp‑time bank, six‑month severance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Property Maintenance Board

The Property Maintenance Board approved the meeting agenda and the prior minutes. It set the community clean‑up for May 3, with the Parks Department supervising painting and cleanup. Board member Brad Koranda announced his resignation effective by year‑end. The next board meeting was scheduled for June 25, 2025.

• Approved agenda
• Approved previous minutes
• Scheduled community clean‑up for May 3
• Brad to ask Josh about refreshments
• Set next meeting for June 25, 2025

City Council

The council adopted the FY2025‑2026 city budget and Capital Improvement Plan. It also approved a $2.4 million general‑obligation capital loan and several project contracts and payments. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved FY2025‑2026 city budget and Capital Improvement Plan (Resolution 2025‑52)
• Approved $2,400,000 General Obligation Capital Loan (Resolution 2025‑56)
• Approved financial agreement with Maquoketa Betterment Corp for Glovik Community Park (Resolution 2025‑57)
• Approved $44,118.55 change order for Destination Iowa Prairie Creek Project (Resolution 2025‑58)
• Accepted $13,630 bid from County Line Concrete for curb and gutter reconstruction (Resolution 2025‑59)
• Authorized $27,640.83 payment to Maquoketa Municipal Electric Utility for stormwater levee improvement
• Approved $25,465 contract with Glass Heritage for Library Storm Window Project
• Approved consent agenda including $606,230.29 bills payable and several alcohol‑license renewals

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved its agenda (5‑0). After opening and closing a public hearing, the board approved an 8‑foot front‑yard setback variance for a deck and ramp at 303 W Monroe St (3‑0). All motions were carried unanimously among the members present.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Opened public hearing on variance application (3-0)
• Closed public hearing (3-0)
• Approved variance as written (3-0)
• Re‑opened public hearing (3-0)
• Closed public hearing again (3-0)
• Approved variance as written again (3-0)

Tree Board

The board approved the agenda and the February meeting minutes, noting a correction that Amanda should speak with Middle School Principal Rachel. Ashley was tasked with revising the minutes and sending the updated version to Josh. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (motion by Amanda and Ashley)
• February minutes approved with correction (motion by Amanda and Ashley)
• Ashley to revise minutes and send updated copy to Josh
• Meeting adjourned (motion by Amanda and DeAnn)

Airport Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the March 10, 2025 minutes. They also asked the airport manager to issue a NOTAM indicating that the runway lights are not working. Additional operational updates were provided but no further formal actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Commission requested a NOTAM for non‑functional runway lights (action taken)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved the city’s agreement with the Maquoketa Betterment Corporation for the Glovik Community Park Project. It also approved the city’s support for the State of Iowa Economic Development Authority Site Certification, adopted a new utility bond fee ordinance, and set a $25 application fee for multi‑date event rentals that requires proof of insurance. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agreement with Maquoketa Betterment Corporation for Glovik Community Park Project (All Ayes)
• Approved support for State of Iowa Economic Development Authority Site Certification (All Ayes)
• Approved utility bond fee ordinance (All Ayes)
• Approved $25 event application fee for 4‑5 dates (up to 10 total) with required proof of insurance (All Ayes)

Parks Board

The board unanimously approved the color scheme for park shelters (hunter green and sienna). It also approved a $102,384 contract with River City Paving to repave the 5th Ward and West Grove Park parking lots. Additionally, the board unanimously approved the installation of new park signage on cement slabs with surrounding flower plantings.

• Approved hunter green and sienna shelter colors (unanimous)
• Approved repaving of 5th Ward and West Grove Park parking lots at $102,384 (unanimous)
• Approved installation of new park signage on cement slabs with flower plantings (unanimous)

City Council

The Maquoketa City Council approved the meeting agenda by a 4‑0 vote. A public hearing on the proposed FY 26 property tax levy, which would lower the rate from 12.74823 to 12.5423 (a 1.61% reduction), was held and then closed by a 4‑0 vote. The council adjourned the session at 5:37 p.m. with all members in favor.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Closed public hearing on FY 26 tax levy (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:37 p.m. (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board approved its agenda and the prior meeting minutes unanimously. It closed the public hearing and unanimously approved the requested 4‑foot rear‑yard setback variance for 813 Grant St. The board then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 6/20/24 meeting (5-0)
• Closed public hearing (5-0)
• Approved 4‑foot rear‑yard setback variance for 813 Grant St (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:45 PM (5-0)