Marshalltown public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will consider a consent agenda including approval of minutes, a $1,362,858.36 bill list, and October financial statements, plus resolutions on opioid settlement participation, hazard mitigation, a contract change order, transit signatory, a UAW labor agreement, a facilities agreement with Youth and Shelter Services, a grant subrecipient agreement, and a salary adjustment for the city administrator. Under resolutions, the council will vote on an amended MPACT contract, a 28E law enforcement agreement with Marshall County, and awarding a $684,161.75 contract for the Creekside Estates project. A public hearing will be held on a development agreement with Marshalltown Company, and three ordinances will be considered, including repealing the tree trimmers chapter and amending vegetation regulations.

• Resolution 2021-368: Award $684,161.75 contract for Creekside Estates project #ECO21004
• Resolution 2021-367: Approve 28E agreement with Marshall County for combined law enforcement operations
• Resolution 2021-360: Approve change order #3 for Final Clarifier Rehabilitation, decreasing contract by $90,941.04
• Resolution 2021-358: Authorize participation in Iowa Opioid Allocation Memorandum of Understanding
• Ordinance 15035: Repeal TIF ordinance for Urban Renewal Area No. 5

The Marshalltown City Council approved a 28E agreement with Marshall County for combined law enforcement operations and continued the MPACT program contract. A bid for the Creekside Estates street project was rejected due to a 3-1 vote with one dissenting councilor. The council also adopted three ordinances and approved the consent agenda, including a $1.36 million bill list.

• Approved 28E agreement with Marshall County for combined law enforcement operations (4-0)
• Approved amended contract with Youth and Shelter Services for MPACT program continuation (4-0)
• Rejected Creekside Estates street construction bid of $684,161.75 (3-1, Martin dissenting)
• Adopted consent agenda including $1,362,858.36 bill list and multiple resolutions (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 15032 repealing Chapter 120 Tree Trimmers (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 15033 amending Chapter 58 Vegetation (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 15035 repealing urban renewal tax division ordinance (4-0)
• Held public hearing on proposed development agreement with Marshalltown Company

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve the minutes from the November 17, 2021 meeting and receive updates on various 2021 park projects, including the Riverview Park Master Plan, trail improvements, Veterans Courtyard, Elks Park, and ash tree removal. They will also discuss the Coliseum rededication plaque.

• Approve minutes of November 17, 2021 meeting
• Riverview Park Master Plan update
• Trail improvements update
• Veterans Courtyard and Elks Park updates
• Coliseum rededication plaque discussion

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board voted unanimously to allow non-profit groups to use shelter buildings in parks for fundraisers or events like the Farmers Market, reversing a prior policy that prohibited rentals for money-making purposes. The board also approved the October minutes and received updates on trail construction, a grant application for Elks Park, and other projects.

• Approved October minutes (unanimous)
• Allowed non-profits to use park shelters for fundraisers or events like Farmers Market (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve minutes and bills, review circulation and program statistics, and discuss old and new business including an internet policy review, the budget, and a staffing update. Public comment will be heard.

• Review and approval of November 16, 2021 minutes
• Review and approval of bills to be paid December 14, 2021
• Internet Policy review
• Budget discussion
• Staffing update

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved a revised internet policy that eliminates the need for a library card to use computers, with guest passes for non-cardholders. The board also approved the November meeting minutes and operating bills. No other formal decisions were made; budget discussions and staffing updates were informational.

• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes as written
• Approved operating bills (Lyons/Hammar)
• Approved revised internet policy removing library card requirement for computer use (Lindholm/Hammar)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding municipal airport management and capital improvements. Additional items include a sidewalk construction contract, property purchases, and various ordinance amendments.

• Purchase of a MAXI-110A Drum Paint Striper for $245,500.00
• ADA Sidewalk Bid Project award of $515,389.50
• Purchase of 6-8 West Main Street for $20,000
• Hangar, Terminal, and Site Improvements contract change order of $3,670.68
• Establishment of election ward and precinct boundaries via Ordinance 15034

The Marshalltown City Council approved a $515,389.50 contract for ADA sidewalk improvements, an urban renewal plan amendment allowing a development agreement with Marshalltown Company not to exceed $2.9 million, and a $400,000 ARPA funding pledge for the MPACT program. The council also approved several liquor licenses, a new paint striper purchase, and multiple ordinance readings. All votes were 7-0 except where noted.

• Approved $515,389.50 ADA sidewalk contract (7-0)
• Approved urban renewal plan amendment for Marshalltown Company development agreement up to $2.9M (7-0)
• Approved $400,000 ARPA funding pledge for MPACT program (7-0)
• Approved $245,500 paint striper purchase (7-0)
• Approved new Class C liquor license for El Cantarito Bar & Grill (6-1)
• Approved Class E liquor license for Kwik Star #607 (6-1)
• Approved Creekside Estates project plans, specs, and cost (6-1)
• Adopted third reading of ordinance repealing Chapter 111 Airports (7-0)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council is holding a strategic planning session to review its vision, values, and goals, and to identify and prioritize actions for 2022 and beyond. The agenda includes a SWOT analysis update, a review of 2021 accomplishments, and discussion of potential big projects for 2022. This is a working session, not a regular business meeting, so no formal votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Review of Vision and Values
• SWOT Analysis Update
• Review of Goals and 2021 Year in Review
• Potential 2022 Big Projects
• Identify & Prioritize 2022+ Actions

The City Council held a strategic planning session facilitated by Susan Parker, reviewing vision, values, SWOT analysis, 2021 goals, and potential 2022 projects. No formal decisions or votes were made; the session was for discussion and prioritization only.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded during the session

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will consider a large consent agenda including a $9.13 million general obligation bond issuance, a $126,200 demolition contract, and several easements and resolutions. They will also hold public hearings on sidewalk construction and development agreements for the facade program, and discuss the State Street reconstruction project and zoning ordinance updates.

• Resolution 2021-334: Issue $9,130,000 general obligation corporate purpose bonds
• Resolution 2021-333: Award demolition of 330 South Third Avenue to Lansing Brothers Construction for $126,200
• Resolution 2021-315: Purchase atomic absorption analyzer for $50,798.74
• Public hearing: Phase II Sidewalk Gaps project (SDW20002)
• Ordinance 15034: Establish new ward and precinct boundaries

The council approved a $9,130,000 general obligation bond issue for corporate purposes, with one dissenting vote. It also rejected an amended 28E agreement for the Marshall County Communications Commission, with four dissenting votes. The consent agenda, including a $2,181,497.50 bill list, was approved 5-0, and a third reading of a garbage ordinance failed 3-2.

• Approved consent agenda (less item 20) including bill list $2,181,497.50, minutes, financial statements, and multiple resolutions, 5-0.
• Approved Resolution 2021-328 authorizing internal debt reimbursement for TIF 3, 4-1 (Thompson dissenting).
• Rejected Resolution 2021-332 approving amended 28E agreement for Marshall County Communications Commission, 1-4.
• Approved Resolution 2021-333 awarding demolition of 330 South Third Avenue to Lansing Brothers Construction Inc. for $126,200, 5-0.
• Approved Resolution 2021-334 authorizing $9,130,000 general obligation corporate purpose bonds, Series 2021, 4-1 (Hoop dissenting).
• Approved Resolutions 2021-335 through 2021-338 for facade and code building upgrade grants for Hopkin's and Willard's buildings, all 5-0.
• Approved Resolution 2021-340 for Phase II Sidewalk Gaps project (estimated $553,000), 5-0.
• Failed third reading of Ordinance 15029 amending garbage collection regulations, 3-2.

Civil Service Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Marshalltown Civil Service Commission. The agenda contains only the city council mission statement and no specific items for discussion or decision.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Marshalltown Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive updates on park projects, and discuss Coliseum events. A notable item is a proposed shelter rental policy to generate revenue from farmers markets.

• Approve minutes of October 20, 2021 meeting
• Parks update: Riverview Park public engagement, trail improvements, Veterans Courtyard, Elks Park, ash tree removal
• Coliseum events: Holiday Stroll, basketball and volleyball tournaments, open gyms, Tot Town
• Shelter rental policy for farmers markets to generate revenue

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee voted unanimously to name the new park between the Coliseum and City Hall 'The Veterans Courtyard'. The name will be sent to the City Council for approval at their next meeting. The board also received updates on the Linn Creek trail replacement, Elks Park improvements, and fall programs.

• Approved naming the park between the Coliseum and City Hall 'The Veterans Courtyard' (motion by Matt Tullis, seconded by Storjohann, all in favor); forwarded to Council for approval.
• No minutes were approved because there was no September meeting.
• Noted that bids were received for replacing 1.75 miles of Linn Creek trail with concrete for $495,000, with work starting mid-September and completion by November 30.
• Noted that a $66,000 grant was applied for to fund sidewalks, grading, sign, lights, picnic tables, and a grill at Elks Park.
• Noted that 95 ash trees have been removed on terraces and in parks, with about 60 more planned for removal this year.

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve the October minutes and bills, review circulation and program statistics, and discuss old and new business including a Friends of the Library update, a fines discussion, a shade structure, and staffing updates. Public comment will be heard.

• Review and approval of October 19, 2021 minutes
• Review and approval of bills to be paid November 16, 2021
• Discussion of fines
• Shade structure discussion
• Staffing update

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees approved the October minutes and operating bills. They discussed eliminating fines for most materials, a potential shade structure for outdoor events, and a large bequest to the Friends of the Library. No formal decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Approved October 19, 2021 minutes as written
• Approved operating bills (motion by Morrison/Lowrance)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will consider consent agenda items including a $2,017,095.14 bill list, liquor license renewal, and several resolutions. Notable actions include awarding general obligation bonds, approving airport contract change orders, decertifying a TIF district, renaming Central Iowa Drive to UnityPoint Way, and holding a public hearing on vacating an alley. The council will also discuss development agreements, airport manager/FBO agreements, tree trimmer regulations, and a zoning ordinance update.

• Approve bill list of $2,017,095.14
• Resolution 2021-305 awarding GO corporate purpose bonds, Series 2021
• Resolution 2021-308 approving airport project change order #5 for $27,910.50
• Resolution 2021-310 renaming Central Iowa Drive to UnityPoint Way
• Public hearing and resolution to vacate alley at 906 Jackson St

The council directed staff to start a development agreement for a 10-year, 100% incremental tax rebate (not to exceed $2.9 million) for storm sewer improvements on South 8th Avenue. It also approved several resolutions, including awarding general obligation bonds, decertifying a TIF district, and renaming Central Iowa Drive to UnityPoint Way. A change order for airport improvements was denied.

• Approved consent agenda less item 6, including $2,017,095.14 bill list (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-305 awarding GO bonds to Robert W. Baird at 1.3572% (6-1)
• Denied Resolution 2021-308, change order #5 for airport project, $27,910.50 (0-7)
• Approved Resolution 2021-309 decertifying TIF district in Urban Renewal Area 5 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-310 renaming Central Iowa Drive to UnityPoint Way (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-311 vacating alley to David J. Storjohann (6-1)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 15028 amending Water Works Board direction (7-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with development agreement for 100% tax rebate up to $2.9M for storm sewer work (7-0)

Fire Code Board of Appeals

The Fire Code Board of Appeals is meeting to hear an appeal by Dan Oswald regarding a property at 1909B Summit Street in Marshalltown. The agenda lists the appeal as the only substantive item, with the rest being procedural roll call and adjournment.

• Appeal by Dan Oswald regarding 1909B Summit Street, Marshalltown

The Fire Code Board of Appeals voted 3-1 to deny Dan Oswald's appeal to partially dismantle and disable the sprinkler system at 1909B Summit Street. The board determined the proposed alternative method did not meet the intent of the City Fire Code, which requires non-required systems to be maintained or fully removed. The denial upholds Fire Chief David Rierson's original decision.

• Denied appeal for partial sprinkler system dismantling at 1909B Summit St (3-1)
• Vote: Hay yes; Hogan, Mazour, Waltermire no
• Upheld Fire Chief's denial of variance request
• Board found alternative method does not meet code intent

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering bills, licenses, and multiple resolutions, including the purchase of two motor graders, UV disinfection equipment, and acceptance of a park shelter donation. They will also hold final readings on ordinances to amend the fire code and repeal the Human Rights chapter, and discuss airport rules, downtown funding, and a permit review. A closed session is scheduled for personnel matters, followed by a resolution to confirm the appointment of a Public Works Director.

• Resolution 2021-291 authorizes GO Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2021 sale
• Resolution 2021-293 approves $120,000 RDG IA Inc contract for Downtown Revitalization Grant
• Ordinance 15026 (3rd reading) repeals Chapter 94 Human Rights; Non-Discrimination
• Resolution 2021-280 purchases two 2016 Caterpillar 12M3 motor graders from Ziegler Cat
• Resolution 2021-282 accepts $54,821 donation for West End Park shelter from 13th Street Association

The Marshalltown City Council approved the preliminary official statement for a $9.6 million General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bond sale, set for November 8, 2021, with a 6-1 vote. The council also created a full-time custodian position (6-1) and approved a $120,000 professional services agreement for downtown facade improvements. Several ordinances were passed, including repealing the Human Rights chapter and amending garbage collection regulations.

• Authorized $9.6M General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds sale (6-1, Hoop dissenting)
• Created full-time custodian position with funding (6-1, Thompson dissenting)
• Approved $120,000 professional services agreement for downtown revitalization (7-0)
• Named pocket park between City Hall and Coliseum 'Veterans Courtyard' (7-0)
• Adopted third reading of ordinance amending Fire Code Board of Appeals operations (7-0)
• Adopted third reading repealing Chapter 94 Human Rights; Non-Discrimination (7-0)
• Adopted first reading of ordinance amending garbage collection regulations (5-2, Ladehoff and Thompson dissenting)
• Confirmed Heather Thomas as Public Works Director/City Engineer (6-1, Thompson dissenting)

Civil Service Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Marshalltown Civil Service Commission. The agenda contains only the city council mission statement and a placeholder for documents, with no specific items for decision or discussion listed.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes from a canceled September meeting and receive updates on 2021 park plans and fall programs. The agenda is largely informational, with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Approve minutes of September 15, 2021 meeting (meeting canceled)
• Riverview Park public engagement
• Trail improvements
• Pickleball Pocket Park
• Elks Park and ash tree removal

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes and bills, and discuss new business including the 2022 calendar, a mobile vehicle update, a collection development policy review, fines, and staffing. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Review and approval of September 21, 2021 minutes
• Review and approval of bills to be paid October 19, 2021
• 2022 Calendar discussion
• Mobile Vehicle update
• Collection Development Policy review

The board approved the operating bills, including the $89,000 down payment for the bookmobile, and approved an amended 2022 calendar to add Easter Sunday as a closed date. They also approved a revised Collection Development policy. The board discussed possibly eliminating fines for most materials, with a decision expected in November.

• Approved operating bills including $89,000 bookmobile down payment (unanimous)
• Approved amended 2022 calendar adding Easter Sunday as closed date (unanimous)
• Approved revised Collection Development policy (unanimous)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will hold public hearings and consider rezoning about 225 acres of city property from residential/agricultural to heavy industrial, and will also consider a $674,575 increase for the 2021 derecho stream channel clearing project. The consent agenda includes approving a $1.73 million bill list, liquor license renewals, and several resolutions, including a $189,342 bookmobile purchase. The council will also take up ordinances on the fire code board of appeals and repealing the human rights chapter, plus discuss the strategic plan and a board manual.

• Rezone ~225 acres to M-2 heavy industry (Ordinance 15027)
• Approve $674,575 change order for derecho stream clearing
• Approve $128,798 ADA sidewalk repair contract
• Approve $189,342 bookmobile purchase for library
• Approve $1,728,473.93 bill list and financial statements

The Marshalltown City Council approved the rezoning of approximately 225 acres from residential and agricultural to heavy industrial, and also approved applications for three COVID-19 relief grants for park improvements, food assistance, and housing conversion. The council also approved a $674,575 change order for the derecho stream clearing project and allowed the Nicholson Area Management Agreement with the Iowa DNR to expire.

• Approved the consent agenda, including the bill list of $1,728,473.93 and a $189,342 bookmobile purchase.
• Approved Resolution 2021-273, awarding a $128,798.06 contract for the ADA sidewalk project.
• Approved Resolution 2021-274, amending the Comprehensive Plan to change the west 500 feet of 2002 Marion Street to heavy industry.
• Approved Resolution 2021-275, a $674,575.00 increase for the 2021 Derecho stream channel clearing project.
• Approved Resolution 2021-276, an application for a $66,400 CDBG-CV grant for Elks Park improvements.
• Approved Resolution 2021-277, an application for a $45,778 CDBG-CV grant for the Emergency Food Box program.
• Approved Resolution 2021-278, an application for a $550,000 CDBG-CV grant for a housing conversion at 26 East Main Street.
• Approved Ordinance 15027, rezoning approximately 225 acres to M-2 Heavy Industry, and allowed the Nicholson Area Management Agreement with the Iowa DNR to expire.

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss the purchase of a mobile outreach vehicle. The agenda lists this as the only new business item, with no other substantive decisions or discussions scheduled.

• Mobile Outreach Vehicle Purchase

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees held a special meeting on October 4, 2021, and voted to accept the bid from Farber for a mobile outreach vehicle. The motion was made by Allan Thoreson, seconded by Maureen Lyons, and carried. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted Farber bid for mobile outreach vehicle (motion carried)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will consider a wide range of items, including approving a $923,326 professional services agreement with Bolton and Menk for State Street reconstruction design and oversight, and taking action on general obligation loan agreements. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions for grants, contracts, and project completions, as well as public hearings on loan agreements and the ADA sidewalk repair project. Several ordinances will have readings, including a rezoning of about 225 acres to heavy industrial.

• Resolution 2021-264: $923,326 contract with Bolton and Menk for State Street reconstruction design
• Resolution 2021-255: $360,000 contract with Garling Construction for derecho repair at the airport
• Resolution 2021-261: $278,000 brownfields assessment agreement with Impact7G
• Ordinance 15027: Rezone ~225 acres near Marion St. to M-2 heavy industrial (1st reading)
• Public hearings on essential purpose and general purpose GO loan agreements

The Marshalltown City Council approved a $923,326 professional services agreement with Bolton and Menk for design and construction oversight of the State Street reconstruction, despite a public comment about spending money before the bond sale. The council also approved the rezoning of approximately 225 acres of city property from residential/agricultural to heavy industrial (M-2) for future industrial development. A consent agenda including a $1,923,509.18 bill list and numerous resolutions was adopted 5-1, with Councilmember Hoop dissenting.

• Approved $923,326 State Street design contract with Bolton and Menk (5-1)
• Rezoned ~225 acres to M-2 Heavy Industry for future industrial development (6-0)
• Approved $64,485 demolition plan contract with WHKS & Co. for 3 buildings (5-1)
• Approved $278,000 EPA Brownfields assessment agreement with Impact7G (6-0)
• Approved $9.4M essential purpose loan for Center Street viaduct and other projects (6-0)
• Approved $200,000 general purpose loan for softball complex parking lot (6-0)
• Approved $222,400 change order for South Center Street railroad bridge design (5-1)
• Approved 5-acre lease for Iowa River OHV Club skills course (6-0)

Plan Zoning Commission

The Marshalltown Plan Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending rezoning of several parcels, including 2002 Marion St., to M-2 Heavy Industry, and will also consider amending the Comprehensive Plan land use map for part of that property. The commission will also review a preliminary plat for Creekside Estates and approve minutes from the September 9th meeting.

• Public hearing on rezoning to M-2 Heavy Industry for PINs 8418-25-126-001, 8418-25-176-001, 8418-25-201-001, 8418-25-201-002, 8418-25-226-001, 8418-25-276-001, and west 500 feet of 8417-30-100-003 (2002 Marion St.)
• Recommendation to amend Comprehensive Plan land use map for west 500 feet of 8417-30-100-003 from Parks/Open Space to Heavy Industrial
• Preliminary plat review for Creekside Estates
• Approval of minutes from September 9, 2021 meeting

Board of Adjustment

The Marshalltown Board of Adjustment is meeting to review and decide on a special use permit application for 1901 S Center St. The board will also approve minutes from its August 17 meeting. The agenda includes roll call and a mission statement, with the special use permit as the only substantive item.

• Special use permit decision for 1901 S Center St
• Approval of minutes from August 17 meeting
• Roll call of board members: Engle, Schulze, Thurston, Wenner, and one vacant seat

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees is meeting to review and approve the August 17, 2021 minutes and bills to be paid, and to discuss old and new business including a board roster update, 2022 calendar, mobile vehicle update, staffing update, staff reports, and director report. The meeting is largely routine administrative business with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review and approval of August 17, 2021 minutes
• Review and approval of bills to be paid September 21, 2021
• Library Board Roster update
• 2022 Calendar
• Mobile Vehicle update

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved the 2022 meeting calendar, keeping the December meeting on December 20. They also approved operating bills and the August minutes. The board discussed the mobile vehicle RFP process, with a special meeting planned to vote on a vendor. Staff updates included new hires and a promotion.

• Approved August 17, 2021 minutes as written
• Approved operating bills (Lyons/Morrison)
• Approved 2022 calendar, keeping December 20 meeting (Lindholm/Lowrance)

Civil Service Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the Marshalltown Civil Service Commission meeting on September 17, 2021. The agenda contains only the city council mission statement and no specific items for discussion or decision.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve the minutes from its August 18, 2021 meeting and receive updates on 2021 park plans and fall programs. The park update covers trail improvements, the Pickleball Pocket Park, Elks Park, and ash tree removal.

• Approve minutes of August 18, 2021 meeting
• 2021 plans: trail improvements, Pickleball Pocket Park, Elks Park, ash tree removal
• Fall programs update

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved minutes from July and received updates on 2021 projects. A bid for replacing 1.75 miles of the Linn Creek trail with concrete was awarded to Con-Struct for $495,000, with work starting in mid-September. The board also discussed ongoing work at the Coliseum, plans for Elks Park play features, and noted the aquatic center closed August 14 after a challenging summer with staffing issues.

• Approved July meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Awarded Linn Creek trail concrete replacement bid to Con-Struct for $495,000

Civil Service Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Marshalltown Civil Service Commission. The agenda contains only the meeting date and the City Council mission statement, with no specific items listed for decision or discussion.

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will vote on resolutions approving a $9.6 million general obligation loan agreement, $3.646 million in sewer revenue bonds, and several contracts including engineering services for the Iowa River Trail and Edgewood Extension. They will also hold public hearings, consider ordinances, and discuss items like the arts and culture master plan and possible dissolution of the Human Rights Commission.

• Resolution 2021-238: Set public hearing for $9,600,000 general obligation loan agreement
• Resolution 2021-242: Approve $3,646,000 sewer revenue improvement and refunding bonds, Series 2021A
• Resolution 2021-233: Approve engineering services amendment #4 for Iowa River Trail Phase 3, increase of $8,064
• Resolution 2021-234: Approve supplemental agreement #3 with Bolton and Menk for Edgewood Extension, $48,500
• Resolution 2021-237: Order construction of ADA sidewalk repairs project SWD20001

The Marshalltown City Council approved a consent agenda including a $2.15M bill list, liquor license renewals, and several resolutions, including a $9.6M general obligation loan hearing. The council authorized $3,646,000 in sewer revenue bonds, approved a HUD Healthy Homes grant application, and adopted a revised council manual. It also dissolved the Human Rights Commission, vacated an alley, and approved first readings of two ordinances.

• Adopted consent agenda including $2,155,391.59 bill list (7-0)
• Approved $3,646,000 sewer revenue improvement and refunding bonds (7-0)
• Authorized HUD Healthy Homes Production Grant application (7-0)
• Adopted revised Council Manual (6-1, Thompson dissenting)
• Dissolved the Human Rights Commission (7-0)
• Vacated alley west of 906 Jackson Street (6-1, Hoop dissenting)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 15023 on urban renewal tax division (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 15024 removing Board of Electrical Examiners references (7-0)

Plan Zoning Commission

The Marshalltown Plan Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a special use permit for 1901 S Center St and a city-proposed rezoning of seven parcels, including 2002 Marion St, to M-2 Heavy Industry. The commission will also set a public hearing for September 23, 2021, on the rezoning proposal and review minutes from the June 17 meeting.

• Special use permit application for 1901 S Center St
• City rezoning proposal for parcels 8418-25-126-001, 8418-25-176-001, 8418-25-201-001, 8418-25-201-002, 8418-25-226-001, 8418-25-276-001, 8417-30-100-003 (2002 Marion St.) to M-2 Heavy Industry
• Public hearing set for 9/23/21 on the M-2 rezoning
• Letter of support from Marshalltown Chamber of Commerce for the rezoning
• Approval of minutes from June 17, 2021 meeting

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council is holding a special meeting to consider Resolution 2021-230, which approves Change Order 2 to the 2021 Phase 2 demolition contract with Lansing Brothers Construction Co. Inc., increasing the contract by $47,250. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Resolution 2021-230 approving Change Order 2 to the 2021 Phase 2 demolition contract with Lansing Brothers Construction Co. Inc., an increase of $47,250

The Marshalltown City Council approved Resolution 2021-230, a change order increasing the 2021 Phase 2 demolition contract with Lansing Brothers Construction Co. Inc. by $47,250. The change covers demolition of two newly acquired properties at 204 N 1st Ave and 310 N 5th St. The motion passed 5-0, and demolition is set to begin next week.

• Approved Resolution 2021-230, Change Order 2 to the 2021 Phase 2 Demolition Contract with Lansing Brothers Construction Co. Inc., increasing the contract by $47,250 (5-0).
• Authorized demolition of two newly acquired properties at 204 N 1st Ave and 310 N 5th St, with work to start next week.

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will vote on several resolutions, including a $3.79 million sewer revenue loan amendment, a $360,000 contract for derecho repair at the airport, and tax increment financing support for the Willards Building renovation. They will also hold public hearings on CDBG grant applications and discuss disposal of D&D properties and FY22 borrowing plans.

• Resolution 2021-226: Set public hearing for amended sewer revenue loan up to $3,790,000
• Resolution 2021-223: Contract with US Metal Builders for $360,000 for airport derecho repairs
• Resolution 2021-229: TIF support for Willards Building renovation
• Resolution 2021-221: Purchase two Chevrolet Silverados for sewer dept ($20,875.50 and $29,523.44)
• Resolution 2021-222: Support Main Street Iowa Challenge Grant for Hopkins Building

The Marshalltown City Council approved the consent agenda including the $2,227,917.30 bill list, several liquor licenses, and multiple resolutions for grant applications and funding. The council also adopted resolutions for a water resources restoration project application, a sewer revenue loan agreement, and CDBG applications for the MICA service center and Willard Property. Two closed sessions were held to discuss real estate matters, and the council directed the City Administrator to proceed as discussed.

• Approved consent agenda with $2,227,917.30 bill list and multiple resolutions (7-0)
• Approved beer garden and open container resolution for 13th District Harvest Market (6-1)
• Approved 5-day liquor license for 13th Street District Harvest Market (6-1)
• Approved 5-day liquor license for Thirsty Pigs LLC Oktemberfest (6-1)
• Approved new liquor license for Golden Land Asian Food Grocery Store (6-1)
• Adopted resolution for Clean Water SRF water resources restoration application (7-0)
• Adopted resolution for amended sewer revenue loan up to $3,790,000 (7-0)
• Adopted CDBG application for MICA Marshall County Service Center (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the Marshalltown Civil Service Commission meeting on August 18, 2021. The agenda contains only the meeting header and a mission statement, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Marshalltown Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes and receive updates on 2021 park plans, including trail improvements, a pickleball pocket park, Elks Park, and ash tree removal, as well as summer programs and aquatic center updates.

• Approve minutes of July 16, 2021 meeting
• 2021 plans: trail improvements, pickleball pocket park, Elks Park, ash tree removal
• Summer programs and aquatic center updates

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved a $495,000 bid from Con-Struct to replace 1.75 miles of the Linn Creek trail with concrete, with work starting in early September. The board also directed staff to draft signage text and cost estimates for naming the caboose at Mega-10 Park after former Mayor Stan Brown, including railroad history. Other updates included the completion of the 6th Street Softball Complex parking lot and replacement of derecho-damaged scoreboards.

• Approved $495,000 bid from Con-Struct for Linn Creek trail concrete replacement
• Directed staff to prepare signage text and costs for caboose naming at Mega-10 Park
• Approved June minutes (all in favor)

Board of Adjustment

The Marshalltown Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to consider a home occupation special use permit for Hair Place, located at 2503 W Main St. The board will also review minutes from its June 22 meeting. The agenda includes roll call and a mission statement.

• Home Occupation Special Use Permit - Hair Place
• Memo regarding 2503 W Main St
• Minutes from June 22 meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve the July 20 minutes and bills to be paid, and to discuss old and new business. New business includes a meeting room policy, a mobile vehicle update, and a staffing update. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of July 20, 2021 minutes
• Approval of bills to be paid August 17, 2021
• Discussion of meeting room policy
• Mobile vehicle update
• Staffing update

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved an amended meeting room policy that allows alcohol to be served in the large meeting room for library or Friends of the Library events with board approval. The board also approved operating bills, including a new self-check machine and RFID tags. Updates were given on the mobile vehicle project, staffing, and fall programming.

• Approved amended meeting room policy allowing alcohol at library/Friends events (passed)
• Approved operating bills including self-check machine and RFID tags (approved)
• Approved July 20, 2012 meeting minutes as written
• Noted new board member Chad Hammer to be approved at next City Council meeting

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine approvals, several liquor licenses, and resolutions including a $501,300 engineering agreement for the Headworks & Digester Improvements Project. They will also hold public hearings on a property transfer and CDBG tornado housing rehab status, and discuss incentives for 36 West Main Street restoration, ARP fund use, and council manual revisions.

• Resolution 2021-206: $501,300 engineering services agreement with Fox Engineering for Headworks & Digester Improvements
• Resolution 2021-213: Amends debt policy to increase debt capacity threshold to 70% of legal debt capacity
• Resolution 2021-214: Authorizes purchase of property at 310 North 5th Street
• Resolution 2021-203: Approves change order #3 for 6th Street softball parking lot, a decrease of $43,485.95
• Motions to approve multiple liquor licenses for events and new businesses

The Marshalltown City Council approved the consent agenda including the $1,738,749.48 bill list and several resolutions, and separately approved two community marketing agreements. It also approved multiple liquor licenses for events and new establishments, and amended the debt policy to increase the debt capacity threshold to 70% of legal debt capacity. The council discussed a $4.8M restoration project for the Willard's Building and agreed to consider using downtown TIF funds to cover a $300,000 funding gap.

• Adopted consent agenda with bill list $1,738,749.48 (7-0)
• Approved OnMedia community marketing agreement (6-0, Thompson abstained)
• Approved Vision Marshalltown community marketing agreement (6-0, Thompson abstained)
• Approved beer garden and open containers for Oktemberfest (6-1)
• Approved 5-day liquor licenses for three events and two new establishments (6-1 each)
• Amended debt policy to 70% debt capacity threshold (6-1)
• Authorized purchase of property at 310 N 5th St for $3,053 (7-0)
• Authorized grant applications for downtown infrastructure and Arts & Civic Center (7-0)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will vote on several resolutions, including accepting bids for chipping and hauling vegetative debris ($161,440.50) and derecho stream channel clearing ($212,410.00), amending the debt policy to raise the debt capacity threshold to 75% of legal debt capacity, and approving a settlement agreement involving real property. The council will also hold public hearings on a $16,240 Justice Assistance Grant shared with Marshall County and an application for downtown facade improvements. Discussion items include marketing proposals, use of Viejo Bluffs property sale proceeds, the FY2022 budget, debt capacity, and American Rescue Plan funds.

• Resolution 2021-195: Award contract for chipping and hauling vegetative debris to Thorp for $161,440.50
• Resolution 2021-196: Award contract to Con-Struct, Inc. for derecho stream channel clearing for $212,410.00
• Resolution 2021-194: Amend debt policy to increase debt capacity threshold to 75% of legal debt capacity
• Resolution 2021-193: Approve settlement agreement including purchase of real property
• Resolution 2021-197: Approve $16,240 JAG grant split 50% with Marshall County for law enforcement

The Marshalltown City Council approved two contracts for derecho recovery work: a $161,440.50 contract for chipping and hauling vegetative debris and a $212,410.00 contract with Construct, Inc. for stream channel clearing. The council also approved a settlement agreement including purchase of real property (4-1), a 5-day liquor license for a rodeo (4-1), and a $16,240.00 JAG grant agreement split with Marshall County. A resolution to increase the debt capacity threshold to 75% of legal debt capacity failed twice, and a motion to reconsider it also failed.

• Approved $161,440.50 vegetative debris chipping and hauling contract (5-0)
• Approved $212,410.00 stream channel clearing contract with Construct, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved settlement agreement including purchase of real property (4-1)
• Approved 5-day liquor license for Midnight Ballroom rodeo (4-1)
• Approved $16,240.00 JAG grant agreement split 50% with Marshall County (5-0)
• Approved downtown revitalization facade improvements application (5-0)
• Failed to increase debt capacity threshold to 75% of legal debt capacity (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda less item 11, including $1,627,283.26 bill list (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes and receive updates on 2021 park plans, including trail improvements, the 6th St Complex parking lot, Pickleball Pocket Park, and Elks Park. They will also hear updates on summer programs and the aquatic center, and discuss naming rights.

• Approve minutes of June 16, 2021 meeting
• 2021 plans: trail improvements, 6th St Complex parking lot, Pickleball Pocket Park, Elks Park
• Summer programs and aquatic center updates
• Naming rights discussion

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the May minutes and reviewed 2021 plans. Pillar Inc was awarded the contract for the Pickleball Pocket Park and began construction on June 16. Bids for replacing 1.75 miles of the Linn Creek trail with concrete were received, with Con-Struct selected for $495,000, starting late August/early September. The board also discussed naming the caboose at Mega-10 Park after former Mayor Stan Brown and directed staff to prepare signage verbiage and costs.

• Approved May minutes (motion by Barnes, second by Tullis, all in favor)
• Awarded Pickleball Pocket Park construction contract to Pillar Inc
• Received bid from Con-Struct for $495,000 to replace 1.75 miles of Linn Creek trail with concrete
• Directed staff to draft signage verbiage and costs for caboose naming at Mega-10 Park

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve June minutes and bills, review circulation and youth statistics, and conduct old and new business. New business includes electing officers, a public art presentation, a meeting room update draft, and staffing updates. The agenda is largely routine administrative oversight with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of June 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of bills to be paid July 20, 2021
• Election of officers
• Public art presentation
• Meeting room update draft

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees approved operating bills, including end-of-fiscal-year bills and a U-Haul rental for bookmobile sizing. Officers were elected: Tonya Gaffney as president, Allan Thoreson as vice president, and Judy Lindholm as secretary. The board heard updates on public art, meeting room policy changes, and staff reports, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved June 15, 2021 minutes as written
• Approved operating bills including end-of-fiscal-year bills and U-Haul rental (Lowrance/Carlson motion)
• Elected Tonya Gaffney president, Allan Thoreson vice president, Judy Lindholm secretary (Carlson/Lindholm motion)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will vote on consent agenda items including a $2.6 million bill list, liquor and tobacco license renewals, and several resolutions. Notable actions include awarding a salt bid at $74.59 per ton, approving a $81,295.34 change order for the clarifier rehab project, and purchasing two dump trucks for $174,594 and $170,994. The council will also hold public hearings on alley vacation and easement agreements, and discuss a property purchase, capital improvements, and borrowing.

• Approve bill list of $2,600,291.03
• Award salt bid at $74.59 per ton for 2021-2022
• Approve contract change order #1 for clarifier rehab, increase of $81,295.34
• Purchase two 2023 International HV507 dump trucks for $174,594 and $170,994
• Set public hearing for Byrne-JAG grant of $16,240 split with Marshall County

The council voted 4-2 to amend the 1997 Debt Policy, raising the legal debt capacity limit to 75% to fund infrastructure projects, despite concerns about bond ratings. They also approved a development agreement for the South 7th Avenue extension, with the city contributing about $800,000. Two beer garden permits were approved for local events, and a parcel of city land was sold to Larry and Mary Weber for $1.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bill list of $2,600,291.03, liquor license renewals, and various resolutions.
• Approved beer garden at Riverview Park for 'Resurrection Fest' on 8/27-8/28/21, with Hoop dissenting.
• Approved beer garden and open container resolution for 'Bee Ridiculous Days' on Main Street, August 7, 2021, with Hoop dissenting.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-184, a development agreement with Ryan Heugerich for South 7th Avenue extension, with city contributing approximately $800,000.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-185, supporting workforce housing tax credits application for HCI50158 Investment, L.L.C.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-186, vacating and transferring an alley to Allen Health Systems, Inc. DBA Unity Point Health-Waterloo.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-187, granting an easement to Archwire Rentals LLLP for an ADA accessible ramp.
• Approved sale of city-owned parcel 8318-11-301-034 to Larry and Mary Weber for $1.

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will vote on a $250,000 pledge toward the Fisher Community Center and Martha-Ellen Tye Theater renovation, approve the FY22 city fee schedule, and consider several grant applications, including for a DOJ crisis intervention team and a federal RAISE infrastructure grant. The agenda also includes numerous consent items such as contract change orders, a settlement approval, and a liquor license renewal. Discussion items include the Center Street Viaduct update, the Downtown Improvement Plan, and a possible splash pad at the Farmer's Market.

• Resolution 2021-163: Pledge $250,000 to Fisher Community Center and Martha-Ellen Tye Theater renovation
• Resolution 2021-162: Approve FY22 city fees
• Resolution 2021-165: Apply for DOJ Crisis Intervention Teams grant
• Resolution 2021-166: Apply for USDOT RAISE grant
• Resolution 2021-170: Annex 2430 233rd Street

The Marshalltown City Council approved a $250,000 pledge toward the renovation of the Fisher Community Center and Martha-Ellen Tye Theater, with Councilor Martin to discuss a matching contribution from the county. The council also approved a settlement resolution (5-1), adopted the consent agenda (6-0), and passed several other resolutions, including a $21.5 million RAISE grant application for Highway 14 corridor improvements. A motion to not implement a fire department service fee was approved 4-2.

• Approved Resolution 2021-163 pledging $250,000 to the Fisher Community Center and Martha-Ellen Tye Theater renovation (6-0).
• Approved Resolution 2021-157 approving a settlement (5-1, Thompson dissenting).
• Adopted consent agenda including bill list of $1,367,067.11 and multiple resolutions (6-0).
• Approved Resolution 2021-166 authorizing a RAISE grant application for Highway 14 Corridor infrastructure estimated at $21.5 million (6-0).
• Approved Resolution 2021-165 authorizing a federal grant application for the MPACT program expansion (6-0).
• Approved Resolution 2021-164 for a code building upgrade grant application for 4 East Main Street (5-1, Thompson dissenting).
• Approved first reading and waived second and third readings of Ordinance 15021, repealing the Board of Community Center Trustees (6-0).
• Approved motion not to implement a fire department service fee contained within property insurance policies (4-2, Hoop and Wirin dissenting).

Board of Adjustment

The Marshalltown Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a special use permit application for 502 N 12th Ave. The board will also review the minutes from its May 11, 2021 meeting. This is a regular meeting with one substantive item on the agenda.

• Public hearing: Special use permit for 502 N 12th Ave
• Review of May 11, 2021 meeting minutes

Plan Zoning Commission

The Plan Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review minutes from the May 6th meeting and consider a special use permit application for 502 N 12th Ave, with a recommendation to the Board of Adjustment. The meeting is open to the public and includes roll call of members.

• Special use permit application for 502 N 12th Ave
• Recommendation to Board of Adjustment
• Approval of minutes from May 6, 2021 meeting

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive updates on 2021 park plans including trail improvements and the 6th St Complex parking lot, and discuss summer programs and the aquatic center. They will also discuss naming rights for facilities.

• Approve minutes of May 19, 2021 meeting
• 2021 plans: trail improvements, 6th St Complex parking lot, Pickleball Pocket Park, Elks Park
• Summer programs and aquatic center updates
• Naming rights discussion

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved the April minutes and received updates on 2021 projects. Pillar Inc was awarded the contract for the Pickleball Pocket Park, and bids for the Linn Creek trail replacement were received. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were reported as updates.

• Approved April minutes (unanimous)
• Awarded Pickleball Pocket Park construction contract to Pillar Inc
• Received bid from Con-Struct for Linn Creek trail replacement ($495,000)

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve the May 18 minutes and bills to be paid, and to discuss budget updates, a State Library grant, staffing, and staff/director reports. The agenda is largely routine administrative business with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of May 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of bills to be paid June 15, 2021
• Review of circulation and youth statistics via linked spreadsheets
• Budget update discussion
• State Library grant discussion

The Library Board approved the June operating bills and the minutes from the May 18 meeting. The library received a $5,000 state grant for a mobile unit, to be paid upon delivery. The board discussed mask request wording and budget challenges, including potential cuts. Two Library Assistant positions are open, with two more coming in July.

• Approved minutes from the May 18, 2021 meeting
• Approved operating bills paid in June
• Received $5,000 state grant for mobile unit (paid on delivery)
• Discussed mask request wording for patrons (review pending)
• Noted budget challenges and potential future cuts
• Reported two open Library Assistant positions, two more in July
• Planned to issue RFP for mobile vehicle soon
• Scheduled next meeting for July 20, 2021

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will vote on a consent agenda including a $3,325,546.01 bill list, appointments, license renewals, and multiple resolutions, notably a $299,554 contract with Dan's Overhead Doors for airport work funded by insurance. They will also discuss the Fisher Community Center, South 7th Avenue infrastructure, fee schedule changes, and a rental inspection program.

• Contract with Dan's Overhead Doors for $299,554 at Marshalltown Airport
• Agreement with Clapsaddle-Garber Associates for $55,200 for UPH Secondary Access Street Project
• Final plat approval for Viejo Bluffs First Addition subdivision
• Public hearing set for sale of Lot 1 and Lot 2 Viejo Bluffs to Iowa River Hospice
• Discussion of rental inspection program and fee schedule changes

The Marshalltown City Council approved a $3,325,546.01 bill list and adopted multiple resolutions, including accepting federal coronavirus recovery funds and approving a $55,200 professional services agreement for the UPH Secondary Access Street Project. The council also approved fee increases for fire, police, housing, and public works departments, and authorized the purchase of 6.3 acres at the Fisher Community Center from the Iowa DOT for $44,000. Additionally, the council repealed the ordinance governing the Board of Community Center Trustees and pledged $250,000 in LOST funds for a grant application to support the Fisher Community Center renovation.

• Approved consent agenda and bill list totaling $3,325,546.01
• Adopted resolution accepting $55,200 agreement for UPH Secondary Access Street Project
• Approved fee increases for fire, police, housing, and public works departments
• Authorized purchase of 6.3 acres at Fisher Community Center for $44,000
• Repealed ordinance 31.047, disbanding the Board of Community Center Trustees
• Pledged $250,000 in LOST funds for Fisher Community Center grant application
• Approved resolution to set public hearing for land conveyance to Iowa River Hospice
• Approved staff to work with Region 6 and MICA on CDBG grant application

Civil Service Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Marshalltown Civil Service Commission with no specific agenda items listed. The agenda contains only the meeting date and the City Council mission statement, indicating no substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $8,031,043.37 bill list, liquor and tobacco license renewals, and several resolutions. They will also hold public hearings on a budget amendment and a rezoning, and vote on ordinances including a vacant property code and wastewater rate changes. Discussions include a tourism agreement with the Chamber of Commerce and the FY22 library budget.

• Resolution 2021-131: Award $495,872.00 contract for 2021 Trail Improvements (Linn Creek Trail)
• Resolution 2021-133: Adopt budget amendment for FY ending June 30, 2021
• Ordinance 15019: Establish a Vacant Property Code (3rd reading)
• Ordinance 15020: Amend wastewater rates (3rd reading)
• Resolution 2021-123: Purchase 2019 Ford Edge for police for $34,899.00

The Marshalltown City Council approved a $18.4 million expenditure increase for the FY2021 budget, largely due to unreimbursed derecho expenses, and adopted a new vacant property code. The council also awarded a $495,872 trail improvement contract, rejected all bids for the Anson Park shelter renovation, and approved two new liquor licenses. A motion to table the vacant property code failed, and the ordinance was adopted 5-1.

• Adopted FY21 budget amendment increasing expenditures by $18.4M (6-0)
• Adopted vacant property code ordinance (5-1)
• Awarded $495,872 trail improvement contract to Construct (6-0)
• Rejected all bids for Anson Park shelter renovation (6-0)
• Approved new Class C liquor license for Mama DiGrado's Pasta & Pizza (5-1)
• Approved new Class C liquor license for Veterans Memorial Coliseum (5-1)
• Approved $271,000 sanitary sewer extension for Glenwood Marshalltown development (6-0)
• Approved $34,899 purchase of 2019 Ford Edge for police department (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board will review updates regarding several park projects and upcoming improvements. The meeting also includes a ribbon cutting ceremony at West End Park.

• 2021 Plans: Trail Improvements, 6th St Complex Parking Lot, Pickleball Pocket Park, and Elks Park
• West End Park Ribbon Cutting at 5pm

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the minutes from the previous meeting, which had been canceled, so no minutes were approved. The board discussed 2021 plans, including the award of the Pickleball Pocket Park construction contract to Pillar Inc, with construction starting at the end of May. Bids are out for trail improvements, and Con-Struct is resurfacing the 6th St Softball Complex parking lot. The board also held a planning meeting with neighborhood residents about Elks Park improvements.

• Awarded Pickleball Pocket Park construction contract to Pillar Inc
• Discussed bids for replacing 1.75 miles of Linn Creek trail and crack sealing 5.5 miles
• Noted Con-Struct resurfacing 6th St Softball Complex parking lot by end of June
• Held planning meeting with residents on Elks Park improvements

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees is meeting via Zoom to handle routine business: approving April minutes and May bills, reviewing circulation and youth statistics, and discussing old and new business including a State Library Grant and services update. The agenda is mostly procedural with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of April 20, 2021 minutes
• Approval of bills to be paid May 18, 2021
• Review of circulation and youth statistics links
• Discussion of State Library Grant
• Public comment period

The Library Board of Trustees approved the April meeting minutes and May operating bills. They discussed reopening services, including opening east doors, making microfilm and word processing stations available, and reopening small meeting rooms on a first-come, first-served basis. The board also noted the hiring of two new Library Clerks and the potential award of a $5,000 State Library Grant for the bookmobile.

• Approved April 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved May operating bills
• Opened east doors
• Made microfilm and word processing stations available
• Reopened small meeting rooms on first-come, first-served basis
• Discontinued concierge desk
• Hired Brooklynn Coburn and Diana Espinoza as Library Clerks

Board of Adjustment

The Marshalltown Board of Adjustment will hold a special meeting to consider an appeal regarding a home occupation at 1207 ½ S. 12th Avenue. The board will review the appeal request, a notice of violation, and supporting documents, and may decide to uphold or overturn the violation.

• Appeal request for home occupation at 1207 ½ S. 12th Avenue
• Review of notice of violation and appeal request
• Consideration of business webpage, Airbnb, and Facebook pages as evidence

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $86,747.10 contract for the Linn Creek Trail crack sealing project and a $68,310 purchase of two police vehicles. They also set a public hearing for a FY21 budget amendment, approved plans for the Anson Park shelter and Linn Creek Trail projects, and advanced ordinances on urban renewal tax division, vacant property code, and wastewater rates. The council also agreed to waive liens on two properties and discussed a potential infrastructure partnership with HCI for a multi-family development.

• Approved $86,747.10 Linn Creek Trail crack sealing contract (5-0)
• Approved $68,310 purchase of two 2021 Ford Interceptor police vehicles (5-0)
• Set public hearing for FY21 budget amendment for 5/24 (5-0)
• Approved Anson Park Shelter Improvements project plans (5-0)
• Approved Linn Creek Trail project plans (5-0)
• Adopted second reading of vacant property code ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted second reading of wastewater rate amendment (5-0)
• Adopted first reading of rezoning to R-5 high density residential (5-0)

Plan Zoning Commission

The Plan Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone a specific property (8318-01-305-005) from R-2A to R-5. The commission will also review and make a recommendation to the City Council on a comprehensive plan amendment. The meeting includes roll call, approval of previous minutes, and public comment opportunities.

• Public hearing for rezone of parcel 8318-01-305-005 from R-2A to R-5
• Review and recommendation to Council on Comprehensive Plan Amendment
• Approval of minutes from April 15 meeting

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council is meeting to vote on a wide range of items, including several resolutions, ordinances, and public hearings. Key actions include first readings of ordinances on a vacant property code and wastewater rate changes, a development agreement with Glenwood Marshalltown, LLC, and approval of multiple construction project change orders. The agenda also includes routine consent items like minutes, bills, and liquor license renewals.

• Ordinance 15019 establishing a vacant property code (1st reading)
• Ordinance 15020 amending wastewater rates (1st reading)
• Resolution 2021-104 approving development agreement with Glenwood Marshalltown, LLC, with TIF payments
• Resolution 2021-094 accepting Veterans Memorial Coliseum renovation at $4,148,752
• Resolution 2021-097 approving change order for 6th Street softball parking lot, +$208,192.81

The council approved a development agreement with Glenwood Marshalltown, LLC, authorizing tax increment payments to reimburse the developer for infrastructure costs up to $1.4M. It also approved several resolutions, including the sale of city property, a COVID-19 relief trails grant application, and contract change orders. First readings of ordinances for a vacant property code and wastewater rate increases were passed.

• Approved development agreement with Glenwood Marshalltown, LLC (7-0)
• Approved resolution to request tax certificate for 503 Woodbury St (7-0)
• Approved listing agreement with Five Star Real Estate Group for Viejo Bluffs lots (6-1)
• Approved COVID-19 Relief Recreational Trails Program application for Iowa Rivers Edge Trail (6-1)
• Approved offer to buy real estate at 15 S 17th St (7-0)
• Approved resolution on reimbursement bond regulations (5-2)
• Accepted Veterans Memorial Coliseum renovation project at $4,148,752 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of vacant property code ordinance (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes (none available), receive a parks update on 2021 projects, and discuss upcoming events including a ribbon cutting and a neighborhood input meeting. The agenda is mostly informational with no major decisions or public hearings.

• 2021 plans: Trail improvements, 6th St Complex parking lot, Pickleball Pocket Park
• West End Park ribbon cutting on May 22 at 9am
• Elks Park neighborhood input meeting at 5pm

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees is meeting via Zoom to handle routine business: approving the March minutes and bills, and discussing old and new business. New business includes future board meetings, a walk-through phase update, and library accreditation for 2022. The meeting is open to public comment.

• Review and approval of March 16, 2021 minutes
• Review and approval of bills to be paid April 20, 2021
• Walk Through Phase update
• Library Accreditation 2022
• Public Comment

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees voted to extend the library's mask mandate through August 2021. The board also approved the minutes of the March 16 meeting and the payment of April operating bills. No other formal decisions were made; remaining items were informational or planning discussions.

• Approved minutes of March 16, 2021 meeting
• Approved April operating bills
• Extended mask mandate through August (motion by Anders Carlson, seconded by Allan Thoreson)

Plan Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review and make recommendations on a special use permit for 2102 S 5th Ave, preliminary and final plats for Viejo Bluffs, and a rezone request for parcel 8318-01-305-005. The commission will also set a public hearing for the rezone request and approve minutes from the March 11 meeting.

• Special use permit for 2102 S 5th Ave (Marshalltown RCF) review and recommendation to Board of Adjustment
• Preliminary plat for Viejo Bluffs review and recommendation to City Council
• Final plat for Viejo Bluffs review and recommendation to City Council
• Rezone request for parcel 8318-01-305-005 review and set public hearing

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution setting a public hearing date for a development agreement with Glenwood Marshalltown, LLC, which includes economic development payments up to $1,410,000. The agenda also includes two closed sessions to discuss real estate purchases or sales, with possible action following.

• Resolution 2021-080 setting public hearing on development agreement with Glenwood Marshalltown, LLC, with payments up to $1,410,000
• Closed session to discuss real estate purchase or sale under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(j)
• Second closed session for real estate discussion under same code section

The council adopted Resolution 2021-080, setting a public hearing for April 26 on a development agreement with Glenwood Marshalltown, LLC. The agreement includes economic development payments up to $1,410,000 for infrastructure in the Glenwood Park 7th Addition, with the developer receiving 59.17% of incremental taxes. The council also held two closed sessions to discuss real estate purchases or sales, and directed the city administrator to proceed as discussed.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-080 setting public hearing for Glenwood development agreement (5-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss real estate purchase/sale (5-0)
• Directed city administrator to proceed as discussed in first closed session (4-0, Thompson abstaining)
• Entered second closed session to discuss real estate purchase/sale (5-0)
• Directed city administrator to proceed as discussed in second closed session (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the Marshalltown Civil Service Commission meeting. The agenda contains only the meeting header and a mission statement, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will consider several resolutions and public hearings, including awarding a $152,481.75 contract for the Pickleball Pocket Park, approving a $45,500 airport terminal demolition, and rezoning 802 E. Southridge Road. They will also discuss the sanitary sewer rate study and a possible open burning exception.

• Resolution 2021-082: Award $152,481.75 contract for Pickleball Pocket Park (PRK20002)
• Resolution 2021-076: Award $45,500 contract for airport terminal and hangar demolition
• Ordinance 15014: Rezone 802 E. Southridge Road to R-2A low density residential (3rd reading)
• Resolution 2021-081: Approve $75,182.63 change order for 6th Street softball parking lot
• Resolution 2021-077: Approve $35,868 change order for Riverview Park stormwater pump station

The council approved the preliminary master plan and preliminary plat for the Glenwood Park PUD, a residential development with duplexes and single-family homes. It also approved a 3-year plan for sanitary sewer rate increases, a reimbursement resolution for the 6th Street parking lot, and several other resolutions including property purchases, grants, and contract awards.

• Approved consent agenda including $5,661,717.65 bill list (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 610 West Nevada St property for $2,000 (7-0)
• Approved application for HUD Older Adults Home Modification grant up to $1.25M (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Trails Inc. Iowa River's Edge Trail funding (7-0)
• Approved 5-day liquor license for Pals for Blessing of the Bikes (6-1)
• Approved new Class E liquor license for Supermarket Abarrotes Villachuato (6-1)
• Approved Glenwood Park PUD preliminary master plan (7-0)
• Approved Glenwood Park 7th Addition preliminary plat (7-0)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the FY2022 budget and tax levy, the FY2021-2025 Capital Improvement Plan, and several development and infrastructure items. They will also consider a $4,335,000 sewer revenue refunding bond issuance, a development agreement for Creekside Estates, and a rezoning request. The agenda includes consent items, liquor license approvals, and a closed session for real estate discussions.

• Adopt FY2022 budget and certify taxes (Resolution 2021-072)
• Issue $4,335,000 sewer revenue refunding bonds (Resolution 2021-070)
• Approve development agreement with Prime Development Group for Creekside Estates and Sixth Street Connection (Resolution 2021-069)
• Award contract for 6th Street Softball Parking Lot Improvements, $283,394.21 (Resolution 2021-067)
• Rezone 421 E. Merle Hibbs Blvd. to CC Community Commercial District (Ordinance 15017)

The Marshalltown City Council approved the bill list for March 22, 2021, totaling $1,274,884.13 across 683 items. The list includes payments for payroll, utilities, professional services, and various departmental expenses. No other decisions or discussions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved the bill list totaling $1,274,884.13 for 683 items
• Approved payroll of $301,242.01
• Approved $326,094.00 for ICAP annual insurance premium
• Approved $82,690.13 to IPERS and $124,190.69 to MFPRSI for retirement contributions
• Approved $83,006.63 to IRS for federal taxes
• Approved $32,591.00 to Bolton & Menk for engineering services
• Approved $12,500.00 to Marshalltown Chamber of Commerce for TIF economic development
• Approved $11,494.72 to Garling Construction for Veterans Memorial Coliseum work

Civil Service Commission

This is a Civil Service Commission meeting agenda with no listed agenda items beyond the mission statement. The meeting appears to be procedural or cancelled, with no substantive decisions or discussions specified.

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees is meeting via Zoom to handle routine business: approving February minutes and bills, plus updates on the budget, a Story Walk Memorial, and a Walk Through Phase. The agenda is mostly procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of February 16, 2021 minutes
• Approval of bills to be paid March 16, 2021
• Budget update
• Story Walk Memorial discussion
• Walk Through Phase update

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees approved the February meeting minutes and March bills. The board discussed expanding library hours to weekdays 10am-6pm and Sundays 1pm-4pm, with 90-minute patron visits, as part of a phased reopening. A Story Walk memorial for Teresa Hannam was approved to proceed, with funding expected soon.

• Approved February 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved bills paid in March
• Expanded library hours to weekdays 10am-6pm, Sundays 1pm-4pm
• Approved Story Walk memorial for Teresa Hannam
• Accepted Jessica Ruiz's promotion to youth librarian (first full-time bilingual staff member)

Plan Zoning Commission

The Marshalltown Plan & Zoning Commission will meet to consider preliminary plats for Edgewood Industrial Park and Glenwood Park (7th Addition), an amendment to the Glenwood Park PUD Master Plan, and Urban Renewal Area #6. The board will also hold public hearings on a Traditional Neighborhood Zoning Amendment and a rezone request for 421 E Merle Hibbs Blvd (Parcel 8318-11-426-011).

• Public hearing: Traditional Neighborhood Zoning Amendment
• Public hearing: Rezone request for 421 E Merle Hibbs Blvd (Parcel 8318-11-426-011)
• Preliminary plat: Edgewood Industrial Park
• Preliminary plat: Glenwood Park 7th Addition (corrected from 8th)
• Glenwood Park PUD Master Plan Amendment (7th Addition)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will vote on several resolutions, including selecting a purchaser for sewer revenue refunding bonds, ordering construction of the Pickleball Pocket Park, and setting public hearings for urban renewal and rezoning. They will also hold a public hearing on the 6th Street softball parking lot improvements and discuss fireworks funding and a vacant building ordinance. The meeting includes a closed session for real estate discussions.

• Resolution 2021-054: Select purchaser for Sewer Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2021 and authorize redemption of Series 2015 bonds
• Resolution 2021-051: Order construction of Pickleball Pocket Park (PRK20002) and set public hearing
• Resolution 2021-053: Award $47,330 contract to Nikkel & Associates for voltage upgrade at Water Pollution Control Plant
• Ordinance 15014: Rezoning 802 E. Southridge Road to R-2A Low Density Residential (2nd reading)
• Resolution 2021-057: Set public hearing to rezone 412 East Merle Hibbs Blvd to CC Community Commercial

The Marshalltown City Council approved a $4.335 million sewer revenue bond refunding with First National Bank of Ames, saving $208,576.72 net. It also approved a $12,500 funding match for the July 4th fireworks show, set public hearings for urban renewal and zoning changes, and approved the 6th Street softball parking lot project. The consent agenda, including a $908,806.67 bill list, was adopted 7-0.

• Approved sewer revenue bond refunding with First National Bank of Ames at $4,335,000, 1.2301% interest, net savings $208,576.72.
• Approved $12,500 funding match for July 4th fireworks show.
• Set public hearing for April 12 on Urban Renewal Area No. 6 (Glenwood Park Development).
• Set public hearing for March 22 on zoning ordinance amendment for garage access design guidelines.
• Set public hearing for March 22 to rezone 412 East Merle Hibbs Blvd to Community Commercial.
• Approved plans and cost for 6th Street Softball Parking Lot Improvements (Project PRK21001).
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 15013 adding properties to Urban Revitalization Area No. 2.
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 15014 rezoning 802 E. Southridge Road to R-2A Low Density Residential.

Plan Zoning Commission

The Plan Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss a zoning ordinance update, including a presentation from the Kendig Keast Collaborative and a proposed zoning ordinance amendment. The agenda includes roll call and review of related documents. No final decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Presentation by Kendig Keast Collaborative on zoning ordinance diagnostic
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment: TN
• Review of ordinance diagnostic document dated 02.05.21
• Review of ordinance amendment memo dated 02.25.21

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will consider awarding a $1,064,000 contract for the Final Clarifier Project, set public hearings for the FY2022 budget and five-year capital improvement program, and discuss zoning updates and use of Southridge Estates sale proceeds. The consent agenda includes approval of a $1,584,201.85 bill list, liquor license renewals, and several resolutions.

• Resolution 2021-043: Award $1,064,000 contract for Final Clarifier Project (WPC20001)
• Resolution 2021-044: Set public hearing for FY2022 budget and property tax levy
• Resolution 2021-045: Set public hearing for FY2021-2025 Capital Improvement Program
• Ordinance 15014: Rezone 802 E. Southridge Road to R-2A low density residential (1st reading)
• Resolution 2021-040: Approve economic development grant for demolition of Dunham-Bush Building at 811 E Main St

The Marshalltown City Council approved a $1,064,000 contract for the Final Clarifier Project, set public hearings for the FY2022 budget and five-year capital improvement program, and adopted several resolutions including a sewer revenue refunding loan expected to save $200,000. The council also approved the sale of two properties on South 3rd Avenue, adopted the 2020 National Electric Code, and voted 5-2 to deposit Southridge Estates sale proceeds into the Council-designated local option sales tax fund.

• Approved $1,064,000 Final Clarifier Project contract (7-0)
• Set public hearing for FY2022 budget and property tax levy (7-0)
• Set public hearing for five-year Capital Improvement Program (7-0)
• Adopted sewer revenue refunding loan agreement, estimated $200,000 savings (7-0)
• Adopted 2020 National Electric Code, third reading (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 328 and 330 South 3rd Avenue (7-0)
• Deposited Southridge Estates sale proceeds to Council-designated LOST (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,584,201.85 bill list (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes and receive updates on 2021 park plans, including trail improvements, the 6th St Complex parking lot, and a Pickleball Pocket Park. They will also discuss an Elks Park neighborhood meeting and the Coliseum renovation.

• Approve minutes of January 20, 2021 meeting
• 2021 plans: Trail improvements, 6th St Complex parking lot, Pickleball Pocket Park
• Elks Park neighborhood meeting
• Coliseum renovation update

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee met on January 20, 2021, but took no formal votes or decisions. Members heard staff updates on completed and upcoming projects, including the finished West End Park, a tree removal contract, and 2021 plans for a pickleball park, trail paving, and other renovations. The December minutes were not approved due to a lack of quorum.

• December minutes not approved due to no quorum
• No formal votes or motions made during meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees is meeting via Zoom to review and approve the January 19, 2021 minutes and bills to be paid on February 16, 2021. They will also discuss old business, a budget update, a curbside phase update, staff reports, and the director's report, with time for public comment.

• Review and approval of January 19, 2021 minutes
• Review and approval of bills to be paid February 16, 2021
• Budget update
• Curbside Phase update
• Public comment

The Library Board of Trustees approved the January meeting minutes and February operating bills. No old business was discussed. Staff recommended staying in the current phase until April 1, 2021, then increasing weekday hours to 10am-6pm and adding seating, but no formal vote was taken on this. The board discussed budget updates, including a possible restoration of the book budget cut and a $15 minimum wage impact.

• Approved January 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved February operating bills
• Discussed staff recommendation to extend open hours in Sit-Down Reopening Phase (no vote)

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing and considering a resolution regarding property tax levies. This item concerns the maximum property tax dollars related to affected levies for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022.

• Public hearing and Resolution 2021-034 approving maximum property tax dollars for fiscal year ending June 30, 2022

The Marshalltown City Council held a special meeting and approved Resolution 2021-034, setting the maximum property tax dollars for affected levies for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022. The public hearing drew no comments, and Finance Director Diana Steiner noted the overall increase is 0.47% from FY21. The motion passed unanimously 5-0.

• Approved Resolution 2021-034 for maximum property tax dollars for FY2022 affected levies (5-0)

Plan Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on rezoning 802 E Southridge from Planned Unit Development (PUD) to R-2A Low Density. The meeting includes roll call, approval of January minutes, and the public hearing. The recommendation will go to the City Council.

• Public hearing and recommendation on rezone of 802 E Southridge from PUD to R-2A Low Density
• Approval of minutes from January 14 meeting
• Documents include rezone application, Sugar Creek PUD, and staff memo

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will meet to consider resolutions, ordinances, and discussions including a sewer revenue refunding loan agreement up to $4,340,000, contract change orders for debris and tree work, and a public hearing on adopting the 2020 National Electric Code. They will also discuss blight remediation, a street at UPH South Campus, and FY2022 budget items.

• Resolution 2021-029/030: sewer revenue refunding loan agreement and engagement with Piper Sandler & Co. up to $4,340,000
• Contract change order #2 for Thorp Logging terrace tree limb removal, increase of $347,595
• Contract change order #2 for vegetative debris grinding/hauling, increase of $65,725.90
• Ordinance 15010: adopting 2020 National Electric Code (public hearing and second reading)
• Resolution 2021-032: declaring an alley in Central Business District a pedestrian alley

The council approved funding for the Dunham-Bush Building demolition grant using $70,000 from TIF Area #2 cash-on-hand and delaying the remaining $39,242.75 to FY23, after a motion to use LOST funds failed. The council also voted to partner with UnityPoint Health to build a public street into their new addition, rejecting a private drive option. Several resolutions were adopted, including declaring a downtown alley a pedestrian alley and approving the final clarifier rehabilitation project.

• Approved Dunham-Bush demolition grant funding: $70K TIF cash + $39,242.75 delayed to FY23 (7-0)
• Rejected funding demolition grant with $39,242.75 from Council Designated-LOST (3-4)
• Approved partnering with UnityPoint Health for public street into new addition (5-2)
• Rejected UPH building private drive (2-5)
• Adopted consent agenda including $1,620,417.46 bill list (7-0)
• Approved beer garden at Riverview Park for Blessing of the Bikes 5/8/21 (6-1)
• Declared downtown alley a pedestrian alley (7-0)
• Adopted second reading of 2020 National Electric Code ordinance (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Marshalltown Civil Service Commission. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision, only the meeting time, location, and a mission statement.

City Council

This is a special budget meeting of the Marshalltown City Council. The council will discuss the Chamber of Commerce tourism update, review the general fund deficit and options, and consider the FY2022 budget including transit, debt, and property tax levies. They will also consider a resolution to set a public hearing on maximum property tax dollars for the next fiscal year.

• Discussion of general fund deficit and options
• FY2022 budget review: transit fund, long-term debt, debt service fund, and property tax levy
• Resolution 2021-022 to set public hearing on maximum property tax dollars for FY ending June 30, 2022
• Chamber of Commerce tourism update
• Local option sales tax fund discussion

The Marshalltown City Council held a special meeting on February 1, 2021, and made several financial decisions. They voted 5-2 to use FY21 fund balance to cover the FY22 general fund deficit, and 6-1 to increase the transit levy from $50,000 to $150,000. They also approved $40,000 in FY22 funding for McTV, and adopted a resolution to set a public hearing on property tax levies.

• Approved using FY21 fund balance to cover FY22 deficit (5-2)
• Approved transit levy increase from $50,000 to $150,000 (6-1)
• Approved $40,000 FY22 funding for McTV (6-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-022 to set public hearing on property tax levies (7-0)
• Approved $5,000 budget for fireworks (6-1)
• Approved increasing cash flow reserve from 15% to 16% (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 for Downtown New Construction Incentive Program (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 for Derecho FEMA 15% match (7-0)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving a $3,059,844.34 bill list, liquor license renewals, and several resolutions. Notable actions include awarding a $3,389,649.60 contract for the 4th Street and Meadow Lane storm sewer enhancements project, a $65,350 bid for asbestos abatement and demolition, and two bids for derecho-related tree removal totaling $429,560. The council will also hold public hearings and discussions on the FY2022 budget, a capital improvement plan, and a potential infrastructure partnership for the Linn Creek housing development.

• Award $3,389,649.60 contract for 4th Street and Meadow Lane storm sewer enhancements (Project SMW17001)
• Award $65,350 bid to Lansing Brothers Construction for asbestos abatement and demolition of three properties
• Award $100,000 bid to Integrity Services for removal of derecho-damaged park trees and rootballs
• Award $329,560 bid to Bennett Tree Services for removal of derecho-damaged terrace trees
• Discuss FY2022 budget, including maximum property tax levies and a 5-year general fund revenue projection

The council approved a $3,090,669.55 contract for the 4th Street and Meadow Lane storm sewer enhancements project, and directed staff to move forward with a development agreement for a new residential development on S. 6th St. They also approved contracts for derecho tree removal, software upgrades, and several ordinances, including adopting the 2020 National Electric Code.

• Approved $3,090,669.55 storm sewer contract (7-0)
• Directed staff to pursue development agreement for 8+ duplexes and 24 townhomes (7-0)
• Approved $329,560.00 tree removal contract with Bennett Tree Services (7-0)
• Approved $100,000.00 park tree removal contract with Integrity Services (7-0)
• Approved Tyler Technologies software upgrade purchase (7-0)
• Approved amended agreement with Youth and Shelter Services (6-1)
• Adopted 2020 National Electric Code, first reading (7-0)
• Approved $65,350 asbestos abatement and demolition contract (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss updates on West End Park, tree assessments, and 2021 plans including trail improvements, the 6th St Complex parking lot, and a Pickleball Pocket Park. They will also hear about an Elks Park neighborhood meeting and a Coliseum renovation update. The board will attempt to approve minutes from the December 18, 2020 meeting, which were not taken due to a lack of quorum.

• Approve minutes of December 18, 2020 meeting (no quorum, no minutes taken)
• Parks update: West End Park, tree assessments
• 2021 plans: trail improvements, 6th St Complex parking lot, Pickleball Pocket Park
• Elks Park neighborhood meeting
• Coliseum renovation update

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting via Zoom on January 19, 2021, at 5 p.m. The board will review and approve the December 15, 2020 minutes and bills to be paid, and discuss old and new business. New business includes a budget update, a curbside phase update, the 2021 calendar, staff reports, and the director's report. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Review and approval of December 15, 2020 minutes
• Review and approval of bills to be paid January 19, 2021
• Budget update
• Curbside Phase update
• 2021 Calendar

The Library Board approved the minutes and January bills, and changed the December 2021 board meeting to December 14. The board discussed the budget, noting lower valuations and a $5,000 reduction in the book budget. They approved plans to return to Walkthrough Phase 1 on February 1, 2021, with new guidelines for large families, including mask requirements and appointment options.

• Approved December 15, 2020 meeting minutes
• Approved January operating bills
• Approved 2021 calendar change: December board meeting moved to Dec 14
• Approved return to Walkthrough Phase 1 on Feb 1, 2021

Plan Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review minutes, consider a rezoning application for 802 E Southridge Road, and receive an introduction to a comprehensive zoning ordinance review and rewrite by Kendig Keast Collaborative. The meeting is open to the public via GoToMeeting.

• Rezone application for 802 E Southridge Road
• Sugar Creek PUD document
• Retracement survey of 802 E Southridge Rd
• Zoning ordinance project introduction by Kendig Keast Collaborative
• Approval of minutes from October 15 meeting