Marshalltown public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will approve the minutes from the Dec. 9 meeting and a $1,450,292.67 bill list. It will renew two alcohol licenses, make several board and commission appointments, and adopt a zoning ordinance amendment. The council will also approve multiple professional‑service agreements and award contracts, including a $1,895,933 contract to Con‑Struct Inc. for the Linn Creek Trailhead and Bridge project and a $1,887,325 contract to Edge Commercial, LLC for the Water Plaza.

• Approve Dec. 9, 2024 minutes and $1,450,292.67 bill list
• Renew alcohol licenses for TANNIN INC (125 E Main St, Unit B) and Marshalltown Arts & Civic Center (709 S Center St)
• Authorize $1,895,933 contract with Con‑Struct Inc. for Linn Creek Trailhead and Bridge (Project TRL24001/TRL24002)
• Authorize $1,887,325 contract with Edge Commercial, LLC for Water Plaza (Project PRK22004)
• Adopt Ordinance 15097 to amend Chapter 156 zoning code

The council approved several contracts, including a $1,895,933 contract for the Linn Creek Trailhead and Bridge Project and a $1,887,325 contract for the Water Plaza. It also adopted a zoning amendment for ground solar arrays on public institutions, and suspended civil service approval for police hires. A motion to add closed captioning and Spanish translation to Civic Plus improvements failed.

• Approved $1,895,933 Linn Creek Trailhead and Bridge contract to ConStruct Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $1,887,325 Water Plaza contract to Edge Commercial LLC (7-0)
• Adopted zoning amendment for ground solar arrays (5-2)
• Suspended civil service approval for police officer hires (7-0)
• Approved $1,450,292.67 bill list (7-0)
• Approved $85,000 Snyder & Associates amendment for Linn Creek design (7-0)
• Approved $190,185 Bolton & Menk amendment for Water Plaza design (7-0)
• Failed to add closed captioning and Spanish translation to Civic Plus (2-5)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review bills and discuss several new business items. The agenda includes a budget workshop and a review of the circulation policy.

• Review and approval of bills to be paid December 17, 2024
• Budget workshop
• Circulation Policy review
• Discussion of Open Access

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved changes to the Circulation Policy, including increasing temporary card checkouts from one to three items and using student school ID numbers as library card numbers. The board also approved the agenda, November minutes, and operating bills. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or procedural.

• Approved agenda (Bennett/Lindholm)
• Approved Nov. 19, 2024 minutes (Lindholm/Beek)
• Approved operating bills (Beek/Hall)
• Approved Circulation Policy changes (Bennett/Hall)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance application for the property at 402 Woodbury St. The board will also review and act upon a Finding of Fact Report.

• Public hearing on variance application for 402 Woodbury St
• Review and action on Finding of Fact Report

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes approving the November 25 minutes and a $1,687,692.32 bill list, renewing an alcohol license for B.P.O.E. Lodge #12, and adopting July 2024 financial statements. Several resolutions will be acted on, such as setting a public hearing for a zoning amendment, releasing a lien on 11 East Church St, and delaying bids for the Water Plaza and Linn Creek projects. The council will hold public hearings and vote on an amendment to the Urban Renewal Plan for Urban Renewal Area No. 4 and on an amended Economic Development Support Agreement with the Marshalltown Central Business District, Inc., which authorizes tax‑increment payments. An ordinance to amend Chapter 156 zoning will receive its first reading.

• Approve minutes and $1,687,692.32 bill list from 11/25/24 meeting
• Approve alcohol license renewal for B.P.O.E. Lodge #12, 101 W Church St
• Approve contract change order #2 decreasing $6,120.90 for Parking Lot T reconstruction
• Approve urban renewal plan amendment for Urban Renewal Area No. 4
• Approve amended economic development support agreement with Marshalltown Central Business District, Inc., authorizing tax‑increment payments

The Marshalltown City Council adopted the first reading of Ordinance 15097, a comprehensive update to Chapter 156 (Zoning), covering items like setbacks for public institutions, ground solar regulations, and home occupation rules. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a $1.69 million bill list, and approved several resolutions related to urban renewal and tax increment financing. A discussion on technology upgrades for meeting management resulted in the approval of Civic Clerk, Live Meeting Manager, and Municode, with a 5-2 vote.

• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 15097 amending Chapter 156 Zoning (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,687,692.32 bill list (7-0)
• Approved amended Public Service Agreement with Riverside Cemetery (7-0)
• Rescheduled 12/23 council meeting to 12/20 at noon (7-0)
• Approved Urban Renewal Plan Amendment for Area No. 4 (7-0)
• Approved amended Economic Development Support Agreement with Marshalltown Central Business District (7-0)
• Approved technology upgrades: Civic Clerk, Live Meeting Manager, Municode (5-2)
• Approved dual-posting live stream on YouTube and new platform (4-3)

Plan Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to amend Chapter 156 of the City Code. Commissioners will discuss and recommend changes that modify use classifications for vehicle fuel stations, allow ground‑mounted solar arrays as special uses, and update standards for signs, home‑based businesses, swimming pools, and setbacks. The commission will then vote on a recommendation to the City Council.

• Change Vehicle Fuel Stations from permitted to special use in the Urban Core (UC) Zoning District and prohibit them in the Historic District Overlay (UC‑HD).
• Reclassify ground‑mounted solar arrays from prohibited to special use in the Nonresidential Public/Institutional (PI) Zoning District.
• Add a 300‑foot setback requirement for in‑ground solar panel arrays from residential dwellings (Table 156.C.003 (l)).
• Amend definitions and regulations for home‑based businesses, swimming pools, and utilities in Section 156.M.003.
• Update requirements for pylon or pole signs in General Commercial (GC), General Industrial (GI), and Mixed‑Use (MU) Zoning Districts.

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will review several financial reports and contract addendums. The body is deciding on the purchase of an unmanned aerial vehicle and updates to parking schedules. Discussions include garbage and refuse code amendments and ARPA funding for the MPACT program.

• Resolution 2024-258: Use of funds up to $20,000 for an unmanned aerial vehicle
• Contract increases for Region 6 Resource Partners: $22,000 (4th Ave Townhomes), $46,000 (S 7th Ave Apt), and $21,800 (South Street Townhomes)
• Ordinance 15096: Amendments to Chapter 77 Parking Schedules (3rd reading)
• Bill list approval for $2,306,000.69
• Alcohol license renewals for Mojitos Bar & Grill, Hampton Inn & Suites, and 7 Rayos Liquor Store

The Marshalltown City Council approved the Arts+Culture Alliance agreement for public services (4-3) after a motion to table it for legal review failed. The council also approved a one-year administrative extension of Area Sanitation's hauler license, requiring leak-free trucks with covered loads (6-1), and allocated an additional $200,000 in ARPA funds to the MPACT program (7-0). All other consent agenda items and resolutions were approved unanimously.

• Approved Arts+Culture Alliance agreement (4-3)
• Motion to table Arts+Culture Alliance agreement failed (3-4)
• Approved one-year administrative extension of Area Sanitation hauler license (6-1)
• Approved $200,000 ARPA allocation to MPACT program (7-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including $2,306,000.69 bill list (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-265 for Arts+Culture Alliance (4-3)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-266 for TIF certification (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 15096 amending parking schedules (7-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 15, 2024. It will review and approve bills scheduled for payment on November 19, 2024. The board will examine circulation and program statistics provided via links. Additional old and new business items include staff reports, the director’s report, and board training.

• Approval of the agenda
• Approval of the minutes from October 15, 2024
• Review and approval of bills to be paid on November 19, 2024
• Review of circulation statistics (linked spreadsheet)
• Review of program statistics (linked spreadsheet)

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved its agenda, previous minutes, and operating bills. The board received an update that library privileges for Ferguson residents will end on January 1, 2025, because the town chose not to contract for services. Trustees also noted upcoming program schedules and planned reviews of circulation and behavioral policies.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved the October 15, 2024 minutes
• Approved operating bills

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will vote on routine items such as approving the October 28 minutes and a $4,681,395.57 bill list. It will also consider several project contracts, including a $105,500 increase for Riverview Park Phase I and a $30,283.60 increase for Parking Lot T reconstruction. Additional actions include a $22,275 purchase of an air compressor, a rezoning amendment for Creekside Estates, and the appointment of a new fire chief.

• Approve minutes from 10/28/24 and a $4,681,395.57 bill list
• Approve $105,500 contract change order #2 for Riverview Park Phase I (PRK23001)
• Approve $30,283.60 contract change order #1 for Parking Lot T reconstruction (PLT23003)
• Authorize purchase of a Sullivan Palatek 185CFM air compressor for $22,275
• Amend the Comprehensive Plan to rezone Creekside Estates lots 1‑25 to medium residential

The Marshalltown City Council approved a $4,681,395.57 bill list and several resolutions, including appointing Christopher Cross as Fire Chief, awarding banking services to First Interstate Bank, and approving plans for the Linn Creek Trailhead and Bridge and Water Plaza projects. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved $4,681,395.57 bill list (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Christopher Cross as Fire Chief (7-0)
• Approved $105,500 change order for Riverview Park Phase I (7-0)
• Accepted Iowa DOT bridge funding for Center Street Bridge (7-0)
• Awarded 5-year banking services to First Interstate Bank (7-0)
• Approved plans for Linn Creek Trailhead and Bridge Project (7-0)
• Approved plans for Linn Creek District Water Plaza Project (7-0)

Plan Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will discuss a zoning ordinance change application from McFarland Clinic regarding a solar project. The body will also review nine proposed updates to Chapter 156 of the Zoning ordinance. The commission will determine if these items require further discussion or the setting of a public hearing.

• Zoning ordinance change application from McFarland Clinic for solar installation
• Review of Chapter 156 zoning updates including plant substitutions for solar installations
• Proposed design standards for Pylon (Pole) signs in the Mixed-Use (MU) Zoning District
• Updates to accessory use definitions for residential swimming pools and home-based businesses
• Proposed Public/Institutional (PI) Zoning District standards for non-residential and mixed-use districts

Civil Service Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and the City Council mission statement. No specific action items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will approve a series of routine items on its October 28 meeting, including the consent agenda and updates to the city fee schedule. Council members will also consider construction orders for the Linn Creek Trailhead and Bridge project and the Linn Creek Water Plaza project, and a $50,000 contract amendment for the Riverview Park improvement. The council will vote to appoint Christopher Jones as the city’s police chief and adopt the 2025‑2026 goal‑setting report.

• Resolution 2024‑230 appointing Christopher Jones as Police Chief
• Resolution 2024‑228 ordering construction of the Linn Creek Trailhead and Bridge (#TRL24001, #TRL24002)
• Resolution 2024‑229 ordering construction of the Linn Creek Water Plaza (#PRK22004)
• Resolution 2024‑234 amending the Bolton & Menk professional services agreement with a $50,000 increase for Riverview Park improvements
• Resolution 2024‑225 approving the City fee schedule

The Marshalltown City Council approved the appointment of Christopher Jones as the new police chief and adopted the 2025-2026 goal setting report by unanimous votes. The council also approved a bill list totaling $1,647,137.40, advanced multiple parking and zoning ordinance readings, and addressed city fund transfers and project agreements.

• Adopted consent agenda including bill list of $1,647,137.40 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-230 appointing Christopher Jones as Police Chief (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-231 for the 2025-2026 Goal Setting Report (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-232 transferring funds to the Group Health Insurance Fund 884 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-233 for an amended development agreement with Karl of Marshalltown, LLC (7-0)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 15092 regarding parking rules, amended to allow gravel parking pads (5-2)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 15096 amending parking schedules (7-0)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 15095 removing public hearings with Plan and Zoning on special use permits (7-0)

Plan Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will approve the minutes from its September 26, 2024 meeting. Commissioners will discuss the rezoning application for 2815 South 2nd Street and schedule a public hearing for that application on November 14, 2024. The commission will also review proposed amendments to Chapter 156, including updates to solar plant substitutions, mixed‑use zone mapping, pole sign design, residential swimming pool accessory use, home‑based business definitions, and Public/Institutional district standards.

• Approve minutes from the September 26, 2024 meeting
• Discuss rezoning application for 2815 South 2nd Street
• Set public hearing for the 2815 South 2nd Street rezoning on November 14, 2024
• Review updates to Chapter 156 zoning, such as solar plant substitutions and mixed‑use zones
• Consider revisions to accessory‑use rules, utility language, and Public/Institutional district standards

Civil Service Commission

The Marshalltown Civil Service Commission met on October 24, 2024. The agenda provided contains only the commission heading and the city council mission statement. No specific documents, decisions, or discussion topics are listed. The meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive items recorded.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will approve the September 18, 2024 meeting minutes. It will receive updates on park projects, including Timber Creek, Riverview Park, and the Linn Creek District. The board will also get a recreation and aquatic program update and discuss the transition plan for the Director position.

• Approve September 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Project update – Timber Creek, Riverview Park, Linn Creek District
• Recreation & Aquatic Update
• Discuss plans for Director position transition

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the June minutes and received updates on park projects. The City Council awarded the low bid of $1.5 million for the Riverview Park Phase I project to ConStruct, Inc., with bids lower than estimates, potentially allowing additional lagoon improvements. Timber Creek playground installation is scheduled, and Linn Creek projects are progressing toward council approval.

• Approved June minutes (all members)
• Awarded $1.5M Riverview Park Phase I contract to ConStruct, Inc. (by City Council)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit application from ITC. The board will also review and approve the Finding of Fact Report related to this application.

• Public hearing for special use permit application from ITC at 2999 E. Main Street
• Review and approval of the Finding of Fact Report for the ITC special use permit

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees will meet to fill a vacant Vice President position and approve bills for payment. The board will also review circulation and program statistics and discuss a draft 2025 calendar.

• Election of new Vice President
• Review and approval of bills to be paid October 15, 2024
• Discussion of draft 2025 calendar
• Review of circulation and program statistics

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved the 2025 meeting calendar, moving the September 2025 meeting to the fourth Tuesday to avoid the Friends' Book Sale. Maureen Lyons was elected to fill the unexpired vice president term. The board also approved the agenda, September minutes with a correction, and operating bills.

• Approved 2025 meeting calendar (moved September meeting to 4th Tuesday)
• Elected Maureen Lyons as vice president to finish unexpired term (all ayes)
• Approved September 24, 2024 minutes with correction
• Approved operating bills

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will approve the consent agenda, including minutes and a $3,421,894.90 bill list, and reappoint Gary McKibbin to the Investment Committee. Council members will consider several resolutions, such as a police bicycle disposal policy, a public hearing on a Chapter 156 zoning amendment, and an interlocal grant of $15,764 for the Iowa/Byrne Justice Assistance Grant program. The meeting also includes the award of a $214,255 contract to Howrey Construction for the 6th Street Trail Project and multiple ordinance amendments related to parking, industrial tax exemptions, and peddlers.

• Approve minutes for 09/23/24 and 10/08/24 and bill list totaling $3,421,894.90
• Award $214,255 contract (Change Order #15) to Howrey Construction for State Street Reconstruction Project #STR21004
• Approve $15,764 interlocal grant for Iowa/Byrne Justice Assistance Grant program (50% split with Marshall County)
• Set public hearing for amendment to Chapter 156 zoning (Table 156.B.004-1 and Section 156.J.005-1(D)(1))
• Approve Marshalltown Police Department policy for disposal of found bicycles

The City Council approved a contract for the 6th St Trail project and a grant agreement for law enforcement programming. Council also moved forward with updates to parking rules and industrial property tax exemptions, but failed to set a public hearing for the sale of a city-owned vacant lot.

• Approved $214,255 contract to Howrey Construction for 6th St Trail project (6-1)
• Approved $15,764 Interlocal Grant Agreement for Iowa/Byrne-Justice Assistance Grant Program (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 15092 to repeal and replace Chapter 72 Parking Rules (6-1)
• Approved third reading of Ordinance 15093 regarding industrial property tax exemptions (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 15094 regarding peddlers, solicitors, and transient merchants (7-0)
• Denied resolution to set public hearing for conveyance of city-owned vacant lot (3-3)
• Approved $3,421,894.90 bill list (7-0)
• Approved Police Department found bicycle disposal policy (7-0)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will hold a work session to review past accomplishments, identify current issues, and set priorities for future capital projects and initiatives.

• Review of previous goal setting report
• Identification of capital projects and initiatives
• Discussion on improving organizational effectiveness

The City Council held a strategic planning work session, facilitated by Mark Jackson Consulting, to identify and rank priorities for the coming year. No formal decisions were made; the session produced a ranked list of priorities, topped by hiring a Communications Officer and establishing a garbage, recycling, and composting enterprise fund.

• Ranked hiring a Communications Officer as top priority
• Ranked establishing garbage, recycling, and composting enterprise fund as second priority
• Ranked developing a Technology Master Plan as third priority
• Ranked establishing sprinkler incentive program for downtown buildings as fourth priority
• Ranked allocating outstanding bond funds as fifth priority
• Ranked remodeling City Hall as sixth priority
• Ranked streamlining economic development process as seventh priority

Plan Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a special use permit and a zoning amendment. The body will provide recommendations to the Board of Adjustment and City Council based on these discussions.

• Public hearing on Special Use Permit application for ITC Midwest LLC at 2999 E. Main St.
• Public hearing on Chapter 156: Zoning Amendment regarding Table 156.B.004-1 and Section 156.J.005.1(D)(1)

Library Board of Trustees

The board approved the meeting agenda, the July 16, 2024 minutes, and the operating bills for September 24, 2024. It announced that Mara Edler has been hired as the new library director and that two part‑time positions remain open. A statement of concern was noted regarding a challenged book title that will be discussed and voted on at the September meeting. The director reported upcoming renovations to the café space and replacement of the library’s sound and audio systems this winter.

• Approval of operating bills (total $24,229.18) for September 24, 2024
• Hiring of Mara Edler as library director, replacing Cecilie Harrison
• Two part‑time staff positions remain open
• Statement of concern about a challenged book title to be voted on in September
• Director’s report: planned café space rework and winter replacement of sound/audio systems

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees voted to take no action on a Statement of Concern about the book 'The Little Library' by Margaret McNamara. The board also approved the agenda, minutes, and operating bills, and welcomed new member Sandy Bennett. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (Bennett/Morrison)
• Approved August 20, 2024 minutes (Morrison/Lindholm)
• Approved operating bills (Lindholm/Beek)
• Took no action on Statement of Concern for 'The Little Library' (Beek/Hall)

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure projects, including a contract for Riverview Park and a change order for State Street reconstruction. The body will also hold public hearings regarding a development agreement with Rise M, LLC and the 6th Street Trail project.

• Contract award of $1,336,029.00 to Construct, Inc for Riverview Park Improvement Project #PRK23001
• Contract change order increase of $307,484.00 for State Street Reconstruction Project #STR21004
• Bill list approval for $1,622,735.69
• Public hearing for development agreement with Rise M, LLC
• Public hearing for plans and cost of the 6th Street Trail Project

The City Council approved a contract for the Riverview Park Improvement Project and a development agreement with Rise M, LLC. The council also authorized an EPA grant application and approved several infrastructure projects and easements.

• Awarded $1,336,029.00 Riverview Park Improvement contract to Con-Struct, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved development agreement with Rise M, LLC not to exceed $800,000 (5-1)
• Approved plans and cost for 6th Street Trail Project (5-1)
• Authorized application for $500,000 EPA Brownfields Assessment Grant (6-0)
• Approved $27,800 amendment for Linn Creek Trailhead and Bridge projects (5-1)
• Approved $1,622,735.69 bill list (6-0)
• Approved 28E agreement for police liaison at Marshalltown High School (6-0)
• Approved $307,484.00 change order for State Street Reconstruction (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive updates on recreation and aquatic services. The session includes project updates for Timber Creek, Riverview Park, and the Linn Creek District.

• Project updates for Timber Creek
• Project updates for Riverview Park
• Project updates for Linn Creek District
• Recreation & Aquatic update

The Marshalltown Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved the June minutes and received updates on park improvements, playground installations, and facility schedules. Committee members toured Kiwanis Park and noted that Timber Creek playground installation is scheduled for the week of September 23.

• Approved June minutes (passed by all)

Plan Zoning Commission

The Marshalltown Plan and Zoning Commission will review minutes from its August 15 meeting and consider a special use permit application from ITC Midwest LLC. It will discuss proposed changes to Chapter 156, specifically Table 156.B.004-1 for residential district lot and building standards, and a related amendment to be heard publicly on October 17. Additional discussion will cover changes to the 156.J.005.1 special use permit provisions for public hearings.

• Approve minutes from the August 15, 2024 meeting
• Review Special Use Permit application from ITC Midwest LLC
• Discuss proposed changes to Chapter 156 – Table 156.B.004-1 Residential District Lot and Building Standards
• Motion to approve modifications for a public hearing on October 17, 2024 for an amendment to Chapter 156 residential standards
• Discuss proposed changes to 156.J.005.1 Special Use Permit pertaining to public hearings

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will consider a series of consent agenda items, including approval of minutes, alcohol license renewals, and civil service hires. It will vote on several contract change orders that reduce costs for the State Street Reconstruction and Downtown Revitalization façade projects. A major item is Resolution 2024-193, which orders construction of the 6th Street Trail, sets a public hearing on plans, specifications, contract form, and estimated cost, and directs notice to bidders. Additional actions include renewing a police protection agreement with the Iowa Veterans Home and adopting parking and tax‑abatement ordinances.

• Resolution 2024-193 ordering construction of the 6th Street Trail project and setting a public hearing
• Resolution 2024-190 approving Contract Change Order #12 for State Street Reconstruction, decreasing the contract by $61,364
• Resolution 2024-192 approving Contract Change Order #6 for Downtown Revitalization façade improvements, decreasing the contract by $8,922
• Resolution 2024-194 renewing the police protection agreement with the Iowa Veterans Home for three fiscal years (2024‑2027)
• Ordinance 15091 (2nd reading) amending Chapter 156 to update zoning for parking, loading, and stacking

The council approved the consent agenda including a $1,702,811.91 bill list and several resolutions, and adopted an urban renewal plan amendment adding the Veteran's Clinic project. It also approved a zoning amendment for parking, tabled a parking rules ordinance to allow standalone concrete pads, and advanced an industrial tax abatement ordinance. Staff was directed to develop a downtown parking permit system for residents and to proceed with City Hall Parking Lot T reconstruction.

• Approved consent agenda with $1,702,811.91 bill list (6-0)
• Approved Urban Renewal Plan Amendment adding Veteran's Clinic project (6-0)
• Approved alley vacation between 406-408 W Madison St (6-0)
• Adopted second reading of zoning amendment for parking, loading, stacking (6-0)
• Tabled parking rules ordinance to allow standalone concrete pads (6-0)
• Adopted first reading of industrial tax abatement ordinance (6-0)
• Directed staff to bring options for downtown resident parking permit system (6-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with City Hall Parking Lot T reconstruction

Civil Service Commission

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and the City Council mission statement. No specific business items or decisions are listed.

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to parking and land subdivision ordinances. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and the transfer of city-owned property.

• Contract award of $62,702.20 to Con-Struct Inc. for West High Street & South 6th Street intersection improvements
• Authorization of up to $30,000 for Police Department patrol rifles and equipment
• Public hearing for the transfer of the east half of 510 East Main Street to RMB Cooperative
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 156 Zoning regarding parking, loading, and stacking
• Bill list approval for $1,929,506.13

The Marshalltown City Council approved a $62,702.20 contract for the West High Street & South 6th Street intersection improvement project, awarded to Construct Inc. The council also approved plans for the Riverview Park improvement project, including pickleball courts and a playground, and adopted the third reading of a land subdivision ordinance amendment. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved $62,702.20 contract for High Street & 6th Street intersection project (7-0)
• Approved Riverview Park improvement project plans (7-0)
• Adopted third reading of Ordinance 15090 amending land subdivision regulations (7-0)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 15091 amending zoning for parking, loading, stacking (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,929,506.13 bill list (7-0)
• Approved 5-day alcohol license for Lucky Wife Wine Slushies at Oktoberfest (7-0)
• Approved 5-day alcohol license for Midnight Ballroom Rodeo at fairgrounds (7-0)
• Approved conveyance of 510 E Main St east half to RMB Cooperative (7-0)

Investment Advisory Committee

The Marshalltown Investment Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss a Request for Proposal for banking services. The meeting is scheduled for August 22, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

• Approve minutes from January 25, 2024 meeting
• Review of cash and investments
• Discuss Request for Proposal for banking services

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider and approve the minutes from its June 19, 2024 meeting, which lacked a quorum. The board will also tour the new Kiwanis Park location and receive updates on park projects in Kiwanis, Timber Creek, Riverview, and Linn Creek districts, as well as on recreation and aquatic programs. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Approve June 19, 2024 meeting minutes (no quorum)
• Tour of Kiwanis Park at 2206 S 3 RD AVE
• Project updates for Kiwanis Park, Timber Creek, Riverview Park, and Linn Creek District
• Recreation & Aquatic program update
• Adjournment

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee met on July 17, 2024, but lacked a quorum, so the June minutes were not approved. Staff reported that Peterson and Kiwanis Park projects were expected to finish by end of July, and playground equipment concepts for Riverview Park were due for review. The meeting was procedural with no formal decisions made.

• June minutes not approved due to lack of quorum
• No other formal decisions made

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees will meet to review bills and discuss several new business items. The agenda includes discussions on the budget, staffing updates, and statements of concern and book reviews.

• Review and approval of bills to be paid August 20, 2024
• Budget discussion
• Staffing update
• Statement of Concern & Book Reviews

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees met on August 20, 2024, and approved the agenda, July minutes, and operating bills. No old business was discussed. A book challenge was introduced and will be voted on at the September meeting. The board also noted staffing changes and the upcoming start of a new city administrator.

• Approved agenda (Lyons/Hall)
• Approved July 16, 2024 minutes (Morrison/Lindholm)
• Approved operating bills (Lindholm/Morrison)
• Deferred book challenge vote to September meeting

Plan Zoning Commission

The Marshalltown Plan Zoning Commission will approve minutes from the July 9 and June 26 meetings. It will hold a public hearing on Chapter 156 Article E Parking, Loading, and Stacking and consider a motion to report recommendations on that amendment to the City Council. The commission will also review staff‑provided changes to Chapter 72 Parking Rules and discuss the residential district lot and building standards in Table 156.B.004-1.

• Approve minutes for 7/9/24 and revised minutes for 6/26/24
• Public hearing on Chapter 156 Article E Parking, Loading, and Stacking
• Motion to report recommendations on Chapter 156 Article E to the City Council
• Review additional changes to Chapter 72 Parking Rules
• Discussion of Table 156.B.004-1 Residential District lot and building standards

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a real estate exchange with the school district and intersection improvements at West High Street and South 6th Street. The body is also deciding on various resolutions regarding public event alcohol permits, city equipment purchases, and urban renewal amendments.

• Real estate exchange agreement with Marshalltown Community School District (Resolution 2024-180)
• Intersection improvements project #STR 24001 at West High Street and South 6th Street
• Purchase of a 2025 Polaris Ranger for the Street Division for $19,000
• Bill list approval for $1,473,462.51
• Repeal of moratorium on permits for accessory solar panel arrays

The Marshalltown City Council approved a real estate exchange agreement conveying city-owned property to the Marshalltown Community School District and approved plans for the West High Street & South 6th Street intersection improvements project. The council also adopted a consent agenda including a $1,473,462.51 bill list, approved two special event alcohol licenses, and moved forward on selling a city alley right-of-way. A new Tool Share Lending Program was approved 6-1, with Councilor Thompson dissenting.

• Approved real estate exchange with Marshalltown Community School District (7-0)
• Approved West High St & S 6th St intersection improvement plans (7-0)
• Adopted consent agenda incl. $1,473,462.51 bill list (7-0)
• Approved 5-day alcohol license for 13th Street District Harvest Market (7-0)
• Approved 5-day alcohol license for Thirsty Pigs LLC Oktemberfest (7-0)
• Approved proceeding with sale of alley right-of-way between 406-408 W Madison St (7-0)
• Approved Tool Share Lending Program implementation (6-1)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 15090 amending land subdivision regulations (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a quarterly check‑in with representatives from its sister city of Zdolbuniv, Ukraine. The item is listed under Discussion and does not involve a vote or formal action. No other agenda items are listed.

• Quarterly check‑in with sister‑city representatives from Zdolbuniv, Ukraine

The Marshalltown City Council held a work session with representatives from its Sister City Zdolbuniv, Ukraine, to continue discussions on mutual aid. No formal decisions were made; the council discussed organizing a public exhibit of children's artwork and establishing a committee to enhance communications. The next quarterly meeting is scheduled for December 2, 2024.

• Discussed Sister City aid with Zdolbuniv, Ukraine (no vote)
• Agreed to organize public exhibit of children's artwork from Zdolbuniv
• Agreed to work toward establishing a committee to enhance communications

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission meeting agenda for August 2, 2024 contains only the City Council mission statement and does not list any specific decisions, contracts, or hearings.

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will decide on several property transfers, zoning changes, and contract amendments. They will also discuss a development agreement for the Freedom Hills project and a request to purchase an alley on West Madison Street.

• Approve $2,481,941.39 bill list from July 8 & 11 meetings
• Approve liquor license renewal for The Depot, 114 N Center St
• Set public hearing for sale of city property to Marshalltown Community School District
• Approve contract change order #11 for State Street reconstruction project STR21004
• Approve construction of West High & South 6th Street intersection improvements (Project STR24001)

The Marshalltown City Council approved the consent agenda (less item 2) including a $2,481,941.39 bill list, new hires, financial statements, and several resolutions for public hearings and construction projects. The council also approved a liquor license renewal for The Depot, 114 N Center St, by a 5-2 vote with Mitchell and Thompson dissenting. A resolution approving the preliminary and final plat for Freedom Hills 1st Addition was adopted 7-0.

• Adopted consent agenda less item 2 (7-0): approved minutes, bill list $2,481,941.39, new hires, May 2024 financials, resolutions 2024-163 through 2024-168
• Approved liquor license renewal for The Depot, 114 N Center St (5-2, Mitchell and Thompson dissenting)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-169 approving preliminary and final plat for Freedom Hills 1st Addition (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board will meet to approve the June 19, 2024 meeting minutes. Members will receive updates on recreation, aquatics, and specific park projects.

• Project updates for Peterson, Kiwanis Park, Riverview Park, and Linn Creek District

The board recommended approval of the April meeting minutes. Staff provided updates on ongoing park projects and construction timelines for the Water Plaza and Linn Creek Trailhead.

• Approved April meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review bills and circulation and program statistics. The board is scheduled to discuss the budget and a library report for the City Council.

• Review and approval of bills to be paid July 16, 2024
• Discussion of the budget
• Review of library report for City Council
• Review of circulation and program statistics

The Board approved the June 18, 2024 minutes and operating bills. Members agreed to proceed with the new fiscal year budget based on city backfill agreements.

• Approved June 18, 2024 minutes
• Approved operating bills
• Approved agenda as corrected
• Agreed to move ahead with new fiscal year budget

Civil Service Commission

The provided agenda for the Marshalltown Civil Service Commission contains only boilerplate information and a mission statement. No specific topics, documents, or decisions are listed for this meeting.

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will hold a special meeting on July 11, 2024. The agenda includes a closed session regarding personnel matters and a resolution to approve the employment agreement and appointment of a City Administrator.

• Closed session regarding personnel competency
• Resolution 2024-162 approving City Administrator employment agreement and appointment

The City Council held a special meeting to appoint a City Administrator. Following a closed session, the council voted to approve the employment agreement for Carol Webb.

• Approved Resolution 2024-162 appointing City Administrator Carol Webb (6-0)

Plan Zoning Commission

The commission will review Chapter 156 Article E regarding parking, loading, and stacking to set a public hearing for August 15. The meeting also includes a discussion on Chapter 72 parking rules and the approval of June 26, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Setting an August 15 public hearing for Chapter 156 Article E (Parking, Loading, Stacking)
• Discussion on Chapter 72 Parking rules
• Approval of June 26, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider a contract for police cameras, body cameras, and tasers using sales tax revenue. The agenda includes rezoning requests for Creekside Lane and updates to the city's zoning and peddler ordinances. Additionally, the council will review vehicle purchases and property transfers.

• Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police cameras and tasers
• $59,995 purchase of a bucket truck for Street and Parks divisions
• Rezoning request for Creekside Lane to medium residential
• $8,113 purchase of a tank for a street flusher truck
• Title transfer of 407 Marion Street to L. Hogeland Auto Plaza LLC

The City Council approved a contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police vehicle and body cameras. Several zoning ordinances were passed, including the rezoning of Creekside Lane to medium residential. The Council also approved the transfer of 407 Marion Street to L. Hogeland Auto Plaza LLC.

• Approved contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police cameras and tasers (6-0)
• Approved transfer of 407 Marion Street to L. Hogeland Auto Plaza LLC (6-0)
• Approved third reading of Zoning Ordinance 15085 (5-1)
• Approved third reading of Ordinance 15087 regarding peddlers and solicitors (6-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning Creekside Lane to medium residential (6-0)
• Approved $1,441,459.56 bill list (6-0)
• Approved purchase of bucket truck for $59,995 and flusher truck tank for $8,113 (6-0)
• Denied request to prepare alley at 206 N 8th Street for sale (1-5)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council has scheduled a special meeting for July 2, 2024. The agenda consists of a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual regarding hiring, performance, or discharge. No other public items are listed on this agenda.

• Closed session regarding personnel evaluation

The City Council held a special meeting and entered a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual. Following the closed session, the council voted to have staff proceed as discussed during that session.

• Entered closed session to evaluate professional competency (6-0)
• Exited closed session (6-0)
• Approved motion for staff to proceed as discussed in closed session (6-0)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will hold a special meeting on June 29, 2024. The agenda includes a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual regarding hiring, performance, or discharge.

• Closed session for personnel evaluation

The Marshalltown City Council held a special meeting on June 29, 2024, and voted 6-0 to enter a closed session under Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i) to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance or discharge was being considered. The closed session ran from 11:00 a.m. to 1:10 p.m. The minutes record no council action by motion after the closed session and no other substantive decisions. Council member Kell attended via G2M, and the 4th Ward councilor seat was vacant.

• Approved entering closed session to evaluate an individual's professional competency (6-0)
• Adjourned closed session at 1:10 p.m., with no action recorded afterward

City Council

This special meeting of the Marshalltown City Council consists only of a scheduled closed session. The council will evaluate an individual's professional competency related to hiring, performance, or discharge.

• Closed session for personnel evaluation

The City Council met in a special session and voted 6-0 to enter into a closed session pursuant to Section 21.5, Subsection (1), Paragraph (i) of the Code of Iowa. The meeting minutes note no other substantive decisions or council actions following the closed session.

• Entered into closed session to evaluate professional competency (6-0)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session regarding personnel matters. This session involves evaluating the professional competency of an individual concerning hiring, performance, or discharge. No other public agenda items are listed.

• Closed session for personnel evaluation

The City Council met in a special session on June 28, 2024, to conduct a closed session. The session was held to evaluate the professional competency of an individual pursuant to Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i). No further action was taken following the closed session.

• Entered closed session (6-0)
• Adjourned closed session at 12:25 p.m.

Plan Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings to recommend rezoning for several addresses on Creekside Ln to the City Council. The meeting also includes a hearing on land subdivision regulations and discussions regarding parking rules and a ground-mounted solar array.

• Rezoning request for multiple addresses on Creekside Ln
• Text amendment for Chapter 157 Land Subdivision Regulation
• Discussion on Chapter 72 parking, loading, and stacking rules
• Discussion on a ground-mounted solar array in PI

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding property transfers and contract changes for infrastructure projects. The agenda also includes discussions on police body camera purchases and updates to the city fee schedule. Additionally, the council will consider alcohol permits for upcoming public events.

• $263,000 professional services agreement with HR Green, Inc. for wastewater project design
• Contract change order for WPCP Headworks increase not to exceed $144,918.85
• Resolution setting a public hearing for the sale of 407 Marion Street
• Approval of city fee schedule updates
• Awarding salt bid for 2024-2025 fiscal year at $75.15 per ton

Marshalltown's City Council approved a five-year Axon bid package for police vehicle and body cameras at $842,467.50, funded through the Council-Designated Local Option Sales Tax. The council also approved transferring city-owned properties at 510 East Main Street, 406 Lee Street, and 708 Lee Street to RMB Cooperative on 4-2 votes, while a transfer of 817-819 North 5th Avenue to Catherine Gooding failed 1-5. A $263,000 professional services agreement with HR Green, Inc. for design of the WPC Sludge Thickening Improvement Project was approved 6-0, and the council voted to seek legal counsel on allocating $62,500 and $114,000 in remaining ATE funds. The council entered closed session to evaluate an individual's professional competency and afterward voted for staff to proceed as discussed.

• Approved consent agenda including bill list of $3,400,608.88 (6-0)
• Approved Axon police vehicle and body camera proposal at $842,467.50 over 5 years (6-0)
• Approved conveyance of 510 East Main Street to RMB Cooperative (4-2, Kell and Schneider dissenting)
• Approved conveyance of 406 Lee Street to RMB Cooperative (4-2, Kell and Schneider dissenting)
• Approved conveyance of 708 Lee Street to RMB Cooperative (4-2, Kell and Schneider dissenting)
• Denied conveyance of 817-819 North 5th Avenue to Catherine Gooding (failed 1-5)
• Approved $263,000 professional services agreement with HR Green, Inc. for WPC Sludge Thickening design (6-0)
• Approved lease agreement with ImOn for equipment enclosure at 403 Player Street (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board will review the April 17, 2024, meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding selfie signs for Veterans Courtyard and West End Park. Additionally, members will receive updates on several park projects and recreation programs.

• Selfie signs in Veterans Courtyard and West End Park
• Updates on Peterson, Kiwanis Park, Riverview Park, Linn Creek District, and Iowa Rivers Edge Trail projects
• Recreation and aquatic updates

The committee approved the minutes from the February meeting. Staff provided updates on ongoing park construction projects, including Peterson Park, Kiwanis Park, the Water Plaza, and the Linn Creek Trailhead. The committee also received a report on the City Council's approval of a $2.5 million scaled-back design for Riverview Park.

• Approved February meeting minutes (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees will review circulation and program statistics at its June 18 meeting. The agenda includes discussions regarding the budget, MOBI, and a report for the City Council. The board will also consider approving recent bills and previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of May 29, 2024 minutes
• Review and approval of June 18, 2024 bills
• Budget discussion
• Library report for City Council
• Review of circulation and program statistics

The Board approved the sale of MOBI following a previous recommendation. Budgetary changes were made to maintenance and book funding, and the Outreach Coordinator position will remain unfilled.

• Approved sale of MOBI (Passed)
• Approved end-of-year operating bills (Passed)
• Decided Outreach Coordinator position will remain unfilled
• Moved book budget to CIP
• Moved maintenance from CIP to regular budget
• Discontinued Hoopla

Plan Zoning Commission

The Commission will review a plat for Freedom Hills 1st Addition and discuss rezoning requests for several addresses on Creekside Lane. The meeting also includes discussions regarding land subdivision regulations and parking, loading, and stacking rules.

• Review of preliminary and final plat for Freedom Hills 1st Addition
• Rezoning request for 601-636 Creekside Ln
• Text amendment discussion for Chapter 157 Land Subdivision Regulations
• Discussion on ground mounted solar array in PI
• Discussion on Chapter 72 and Chapter 156 E parking, loading, and stacking rules

City Council

The council will review a $1,056,227.27 bill list and several property title transfers to RMB Cooperative. The agenda also includes updates to traffic enforcement regulations and contract amendments for the Linn Creek Trailhead and Main Street reconstruction.

• Approval of a $1,056,227.27 bill list
• Property title transfers for 510 East Main St, 406 Lee St, and 708 Lee St to RMB Cooperative
• Contract amendment for the design of the Linn Creek Trailhead and Bridge
• Ordinance 15086 regarding automated traffic enforcement regulations
• Public hearing for the lease of 403 Player Street to ImOn Communications LLC

The Council approved naming the Apgar Family Water Plaza and Emerson Bridge in the Linn Creek District. It also authorized a one-year extension for tourism services with the Chamber of Commerce and approved several real estate transfers and zoning amendments.

• Approved $1,056,227.27 bill list (6-0)
• Approved one-year extension for Chamber of Commerce tourism agreement (5-1)
• Approved amended contract with Snyder and Associates for Linn Creek Trailhead and Bridge design (5-1)
• Named the Linn Creek District water plaza 'Apgar Family Water Plaza' (6-0)
• Named the Linn Creek District bridge 'Emerson Bridge' (6-0)
• Approved $98,000 amendment for Main Street Reconstruction project (6-0)
• Approved sale of 411 West Linn Street to Linn Street Properties, LLC (6-0)
• Adopted amended plan for Urban Revitalization Area No. 3 (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The provided agenda for the Marshalltown Civil Service Commission contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific items are listed for discussion or decision at this meeting.

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees will meet to review bills and discuss the 2025-26 budget. The agenda also includes updates regarding the building, staffing, and reports from the director and staff.

• Review and approval of bills to be paid May 21, 2024
• Discussion of 2025-26 budget
• Building update
• Staffing update

The Marshalltown Library Board approved end-of-year operating bills for building work, supplies, and databases. They decided to discontinue the Hoopla digital service due to costs, directing patrons to Libby instead. Discussions on the 2025-26 budget, including potential loss of the Special Library Levy and roof repairs, were held, with MOBI sustainability discussions tabled until June 18.

• Approved end-of-year operating bills (building work, supplies, EBSCO databases)
• Discontinued Hoopla digital service due to high costs
• Tabled discussion on MOBI sustainability until June 18
• Placed garage project on hold
• Approved agenda and April 16 minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several property conveyances and housing initiatives, including a 30-unit apartment building. The body is also reviewing a bill list totaling $9,378,073.01 and discussing updates to zoning and tourism agreements.

• Proposed sale of 411 West Linn Street to Linn Street Properties, LLC for $1,000
• Conveyance of 510 East Main Street, 406 Lee Street, and 708 Lee Street to RMB Cooperative
• Pledge of $250,000 in LOST funds for Iowa River’s Edge Trail development
• First reading of Ordinance 15085 to amend Chapter 156 (Zoning) regarding solar
• Public hearing for a CDBG-DRH project to construct a 30-unit apartment building

The City Council approved a $250,000 pledge for the Federal Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program to support trail development. They also approved a $9.37 million bill list, authorized various interagency agreements, and passed a first reading of an ordinance to restrict in-ground solar arrays in residential zones. Additionally, the council tabled three resolutions regarding the transfer of city-owned properties to RMB Cooperative.

• Approved $9,378,073.01 bill list (6-0)
• Pledged $250,000 for federal trail grant match (6-0)
• Approved new Class C retail alcohol license for Mariscos El Capitan 2 (6-0)
• Approved 28E agreement with Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (6-0)
• Approved FY25 consolidated transit funding application (6-0)
• Approved amendment to 28E lease agreement with Communications Commission (5-1)
• Adopted first reading of ordinance to restrict in-ground solar arrays (6-0)
• Tabled three property transfer resolutions for RMB Cooperative (6-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The May 21, 2024, meeting of the Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees was cancelled due to weather. The notice states the meeting may be rescheduled after Memorial Day.

Plan Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on text amendments regarding small-scale solar panel arrays. The body will also review a plat for Freedom Hills 1st Addition and discuss parking, loading, and stacking rules.

• Public hearing on text amendments for small-scale solar panel arrays (Section 156.C.003-1 and 156.C.007)
• Review of preliminary and final plat for Freedom Hills 1st Addition
• Discussion on Chapter 72 and 156 E regarding parking, loading, and stacking

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board approved the February meeting minutes. Staff provided updates on park construction projects and summer recreation staffing.

• Approved February meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions, including the purchase of police emergency response vehicles. The agenda also includes discussions on neighborhood improvements, property RFPs, and a moratorium on solar panel permits.

• Purchase of three 2024 Dodge Durango police vehicles for $119,508.00
• Purchase of one 2024 Ford F150 police truck for $46,897.00
• Approval of a bill list totaling $2,277,145.14
• Resolution setting a public hearing for the sale of city-owned vacant lots
• Resolution approving a moratorium on permits for accessory solar panel arrays

The City Council suspended the issuance of permits for ground accessory solar arrays while current regulations are reviewed. The council also approved a federal grant application for the Iowa River's Edge Trail and authorized the purchase of four police vehicles.

• Approved moratorium on accessory solar panel array permits (6-0)
• Approved federal grant application for Iowa River's Edge Trail (6-0)
• Approved purchase of three Dodge Durangos ($119,508) and one Ford F150 ($46,897) for Police Department (6-0)
• Approved $2,277,145.14 bill list (6-0)
• Approved establishment of General Insurance Storm, Wind and Hail Deductible Reserve Fund (6-0)
• Approved neighborhood improvement proposal for 411 West Linn Street (6-0)
• Approved sale of BPW Park at 407 E Marion St as a vacant lot (4-2)
• Approved restatement of the Commercial Revitalization Plan (6-0)

Plan Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission is meeting to review proposed text amendments regarding small-scale solar panel arrays. The body will also review and provide a recommendation to the City Council concerning proposed changes to Chapter 72 parking rules.

• Review and setting of public hearing for text amendments to Chapter 156 regarding small-scale solar panel arrays
• Review and recommendation to City Council for proposed changes to Chapter 72 (Parking Rules)

Civil Service Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and the City Council mission statement. No specific business items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Plan Zoning Commission

The agenda for this special meeting contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

City Council

The City Council is holding a special work session. The meeting consists of a discussion with representatives from the city's sister city in Zdolbuniv, Ukraine.

• Discussion with representatives from Zdolbuniv, Ukraine

The City Council met for a work session to discuss collaboration with its sister city in Zdolbuniv, Ukraine. Discussions focused on youth exchange, arts and culture, veteran rehabilitation, and health care. Agencies will schedule quarterly update meetings through 2025.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to adopt the budget and certify taxes for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The body will also consider a five-year capital improvement plan and a budget amendment for the current fiscal year. Additionally, the council will address a vacancy in the 4th Ward.

• Public hearings for FY2024-FY2028 Capital Improvement Plan and FY25 Budget
• Resolution 2024-078 calling for a special election for 4th Ward Councilor
• Bid award of $91,729 for an irrigation system at the city's softball complex
• Bill list approval for $1,312,297.02
• Property title transfers for 506 E Boone St, 506 N 2nd St, 101 E Ferner St, and 702 Swayze St

The City Council reviewed and approved a bill list totaling $1,312,297.02. Payments covered payroll, public works contracts, utility costs, and various municipal supplies.

• Approved total bill list of $1,312,297.02
• Paid $329,274.64 for Payroll #8
• Paid $101,745.00 to WRH Inc for WPC21001 Headworks & Digester Impro
• Paid $91,973.18 to Construct Inc for STR21004 State Street Reconstruction
• Paid $79,841.74 to Health Partners for medical claims
• Paid $64,644.47 to Municipal Pipe Tool Co for SAN21001 2020 Sanitary Sewer CIPP
• Paid $55,182.00 to Marshall County Landfill for solid waste management
• Paid $31,250.00 to Marshall County Arts & Culture Alliance Inc

Plan Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold work sessions regarding city code updates. These sessions cover changes to Chapter 72 (Parking Rules) and Chapter 156 (Parking, Loading, and Stacking). The commission will also discuss small-scale solar arrays.

• Work session on Chapter 72 (Parking Rules)
• Work session on Chapter 156 (Parking, Loading, and Stacking)
• Work session on Small-Scale Solar Array
• Approval of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive updates on parks and recreation services. Discussions include progress reports on specific park projects.

• Project updates for Peterson, Kiwanis Park, Riverview Park, and Linn Creek District
• Recreation & Aquatic update

The committee reviewed updates on park projects and the Riverview Park Master Plan. No new ordinances or contracts were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved January meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review bills and discuss several new business items. The agenda includes discussions on the budget, by-laws, and staffing updates.

• Review and approval of bills to be paid April 17, 2024
• Budget discussion
• Review of by-laws
• Staffing update
• Statement of Concern

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved the meeting agenda, previous minutes, and operating bills. The Board also approved an amendment to Article VIII of the By-Laws. A Statement of Concern submitted by John Worden was discussed with no board action taken.

• Approved the agenda (Passed)
• Approved the March 19, 2024 minutes (Passed)
• Approved operating bills (Passed)
• Approved adding municipal ordinance reference to Article VIII of the By-Laws (Passed)
• Statement of Concern reviewed with no board action taken

Civil Service Commission

The agenda for the April 16, 2024, Civil Service Commission meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and the City Council mission statement. No specific business items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Plan Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss updates to parking rules under Chapter 72. The body will also hold a discussion regarding small-scale solar arrays.

• Discussion on Parking Rules (Chapter 72)
• Discussion on Small Scale Solar Arrays
• Approval of January 17, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is meeting to set public hearings for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025 budget and the FY24 budget amendment. The body will also consider union agreements for fire, police, and public works employees, and discuss the recruitment of a City Administrator.

• Bill list approval for $1,507,213.77
• Resolution 2024-065 to reallocate up to $750,000 in 2020 GO Bond funds for downtown street projects
• Public hearing settings for FY25 budget, FY24 budget amendment, and HUD Section 8 Administrative Plan
• Approval of union contracts for Firefighters Local 16, Police Local 238, and Public Works Local 2003
• Resolution 2024-074 for a code building upgrade grant at 202 E. Church St

The supplied document is the City of Marshalltown bill list dated 04/22/24, not meeting minutes. It lists vendors, account numbers, descriptions, and amounts totaling $1,312,297.02, including a payroll entry of $329,274.64. The document records no motions, votes, approvals, denials, or ordinances, so no substantive council decisions can be reported from it.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss urban renewal and revitalization training. The agenda includes a presentation and memos regarding Chapter 403 and 404 training.

• Urban Renewal and Revitalization Training discussion

The City Council conducted a special meeting for a work session. Consultant Cindy Kendall provided training on Urban Renewal and Revitalization tools under Iowa Code Chapter 403 and 404, including a review of active plans and amendments. No substantive decisions were made.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed property tax levies for fiscal year 2025. This item is listed under the discussion portion of the meeting.

• Public hearing for proposed property tax levies for fiscal year 2025

The Marshalltown City Council held a special meeting on April 1, 2024, that consisted only of a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 property tax levies. No written comments were received; one resident, Mark Baton, spoke about the local option sales tax fund balance and questioned changes to the employee benefits and transit authority funds. Finance Director Diana Steiner said an additional $1M from Local Option Sales Tax was contributed for property tax relief to keep the rate at $16.00, for a total of $4,120,000. The hearing closed with no council comments or questions, and the meeting adjourned; the minutes record no votes or decisions.

• Held public hearing on proposed FY2025 property tax levies; no action or vote recorded
• No written public comments received on the proposed levies

City Council

The City Council will discuss several professional service agreements and public hearing schedules for capital improvements and downtown revitalization. The body is also deciding on a fee schedule update and a contract for compost facility wood grinding. Discussion items include city property at 24 North 1st Avenue and parking rules.

• Reallocation of up to $750,000 in 2020 GO Bond funds for State Street reconstruction
• Contract award to Handeland Grinding for compost facility wood disposal not to exceed $58,000
• Public hearing for the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (FY 2024-2028)
• Approval of the City Fee Schedule and professional services agreements with Bolton and Menk
• Funding agreement with Iowa DOT for the South Center Street over Railroad and Madison Street project

The Marshalltown City Council approved a $58,000 contract for wood grinding at the compost facility and a 4-2 vote to hire a company to collect unpaid traffic citations. They also directed staff to sell a city lot near Vaughn's Pub instead of paving it, and authorized up to $100,000 for new irrigation at the softball complex. Several board appointments were confirmed, including Gabriel Isom to Plan & Zoning and Tonya Gaffney to the Library Board.

• Approved $58,000 bid to Handel and Grinding for wood disposal (6-0)
• Approved agreement with ARC Management Group for traffic citation collection (4-2)
• Directed staff to sell city lot at 24 N 1st Ave via sealed bids (6-0)
• Authorized up to $100,000 from traffic enforcement revenue for softball complex irrigation (6-0)
• Appointed Gabriel Isom to Plan & Zoning Commission (5-1)
• Reappointed Tonya Gaffney to Library Board of Trustees (5-1)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 15084 amending fire prevention penalties (6-0)
• Set public hearing for Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (6-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees will meet to review circulation statistics and approve bills for payment. The agenda includes discussions regarding the budget, by-laws, and staffing updates.

• Review and approval of bills to be paid March 19, 2024
• Budget discussion
• By-law review
• Staffing update

The Board approved closing the library at 5:30 p.m. on April 29 for staff active threat training. The Board also approved the agenda, February minutes, and operating bills. A vote to update the By-Laws was tabled until the April meeting.

• Approved agenda (Passed)
• Approved February 27, 2024 minutes (Passed)
• Approved operating bills (Passed)
• Approved closing library at 5:30 p.m. on April 29 for active threat training (Passed)
• Tabled vote to add municipal ordinance 31.045 to By-Laws

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to review and potentially approve variance requests for two properties. The board will also review meeting minutes from October 31, 2023.

• Public hearing: Variance request for 519 S 5th St (Jesus & Brenda M Villa)
• Public hearing: Variance request for 834 & 836 W Merle Hibbs Blvd (Timothy D & Sara L Nichols)

Storm Water Advisory Committee

The Storm Water Advisory Committee is meeting to manage membership changes and discuss outreach efforts. The body will also introduce new members and key staff.

• Acceptance of member Tim Ure's resignation
• Introduction of new SWAC and staff members
• Discussion of public education and outreach efforts

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a third reading for storm water rate amendments. Discussion items include updates on the Railroad Quiet Zone, Riverview Park, and city property disposal.

• Downtown Revitalization Façade Improvements Project change order increase of $74,811
• Ordinance 15082: Storm water rate structure amendment (3rd reading)
• Ordinance 15084: Fire prevention and protection violation penalty amendment (1st reading)
• Approval of bill list totaling $2,284,224.20
• Resolution for CO2 refrigeration systems application support

The council voted to close the 2nd Street crossing as part of the Railroad Quiet Zone Project. They also approved the demolition of four dilapidated buildings and the sale of certain city lots via sealed bid. A proposal to fund the Marshalltown Arts & Civic Center was denied.

• Approved closing 2nd Street crossing (7-0)
• Denied funding agreement for Marshalltown Arts & Civic Center (3-4)
• Approved demolition of four properties from Dangerous and Dilapidated Buildings program (7-0)
• Approved disposal of in-fill housing grant lots via sealed bid (6-1)
• Approved $2,284,224.20 bill list (7-0)
• Approved $74,811 increase for Downtown Revitalization facade project (7-0)
• Adopted storm water rate structure amendment (7-0)
• Approved fire department authority to issue municipal infractions (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special work session. The meeting consists of a presentation on Council Best Practices by Mickey Shields of the Iowa League of Cities.

• Presentation on Council Best Practices by Mickey Shields

The City Council held a special meeting focused on training provided by the Iowa League of Cities. No substantive legislative decisions were made during the session.

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve bills and review circulation statistics. The board is scheduled to discuss the budget, staffing updates, and reports from the director and staff.

• Review and approval of bills to be paid February 27, 2024
• Discussion of budget
• Staffing update
• Review of circulation statistics

The Board approved the meeting agenda and January 16 minutes. Operating bills were approved as corrected. The Board reviewed budget changes including the movement of the $114,000 book budget to the CIP.

• Approved meeting agenda (Passed)
• Approved January 16, 2024 minutes (Passed)
• Approved operating bills as corrected (Passed)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the FY25 budget property tax levy and a storm water rate change. The body is also considering several property title transfers and infrastructure project amendments.

• Resolution 2024-040: Setting public hearing for proposed FY25 budget property tax levy
• Resolution 2024-037: $305,525.10 increase for WPCP Headworks and Digesters Improvement Project
• Resolution 2024-039: Acceptance of up to $2M Clean Water SRF principal loan forgiveness
• Ordinance 15082: Second reading to amend storm water rate structure
• Resolution 2024-043: Up to $15,000 for City Hall and Carnegie Building masonry repair

The Council approved a $20,000 local match for C02 Refrigeration Systems' High Quality Jobs Application. Several city-owned vacant lots were sold to private buyers, and a storm water rate ordinance was passed. The Council also decided to end city involvement in constructing a public secondary access road for Unity Point Health.

• Approved $20,000 support for C02 Refrigeration Systems High Quality Jobs Application (7-0)
• Approved storm water rate structure amendment Ordinance 15082 (7-0)
• Approved $1.05M bill list (7-0)
• Approved $15,000 for City Hall and Carnegie Building masonry repair (7-0)
• Approved sale of 310 North 5th Street for $1,550 (7-0)
• Approved sale of 102 North 22nd Street for $2,001 (7-0)
• Approved sale of 107 East Lincoln Street for $1,510 (6-0)
• Approved sale of 719 North 4th Avenue for $5,025 (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive updates on recreation and aquatic services. The meeting includes progress reports on several specific park projects.

• Project updates for Peterson, Kiwanis Park, Riverview Park, and Linn Creek District

The board approved the December meeting minutes. Staff provided updates on park projects and recreation facility usage, noting that several projects are on hold until spring.

• Approved December minutes

Civil Service Commission

The provided document contains no specific business or discussion topics for this meeting. It consists only of a mission statement and an empty agenda section.

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating storm water rate structures and fire prevention codes. The body is also deciding on the sale of city-owned lots and a transit engine purchase.

• Ordinance 15082 to amend storm water rate structure and rates
• Purchase of a transit division engine for $54,932.46
• Sale of Lot 6 of Edgewood Industrial Park Addition to Boost Run LLC
• Bill list approval for $1,456,565.81
• Public hearing for the conveyance and transfer of city-owned vacant lots

The City Council authorized the sale of a lot in Edgewood Industrial Park to Boost Run LLC for a data center project. The council also approved several fund transfers, a storm water rate increase, and funding for the 4th of July fireworks.

• Approved sale of Lot 6 of Edgewood Industrial Park to Boost Run LLC (7-0)
• Approved storm water rate increase from $4.00 to $4.20 ERU (7-0)
• Approved $5,000 in local option sales tax for 2024 fireworks display (5-2)
• Approved $100,000 in local option sales tax for Marshalltown Arts and Civic Center (4-3)
• Approved voluntary severance of 2460 and 2460-A Reed Avenue from the city (5-2)
• Approved $1.45M bill list (7-0)
• Denied $8,000 in funding for the municipal band (3-4)
• Denied amendment to Council Manual regarding public comment limits (3-4)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to hire MGT of America Consulting for the recruitment and selection of a City Administrator. The meeting also includes discussions on FY25 property tax levies, long-term debt, and various enterprise funds.

• Resolution 2024-025: Agreement with MGT of America Consulting for City Administrator recruitment using local option sales tax
• Discussion of Draft #1 Property Tax Levies for FY25
• Discussion of Long Term Debt for FY25
• Discussion of Enterprise Funds including Sewer Utility, Transit, Storm Utility, Compost, and Park & Recreation Concession funds

The council voted 6-0 to adopt Resolution 2024-025, authorizing an agreement with MGT of America Consulting for city administrator recruitment and selection, funded through the council-designated local option sales tax; an amendment setting an April 1 start date passed 5-1. The council also set the city tax levy rate at $16.00607, raised the Transit Levy to $.40, and increased the Storm Water rate 5% (from $4 to $4.20 per ERU) for FY25, each on 6-0 votes. It approved chipping and hauling $60,000 of compost material and transferring $20,500 in local option sales tax to balance the Parks and Recreation Concession Fund. Public Works and Finance directors presented information on Enterprise Funds, the Transit Tax Levy, Storm Water Utility Fund, Compost Fund, Concession Fund, and the Debt Service Levy.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-025 authorizing an agreement with MGT of America Consulting for city administrator recruitment & selection and use of council-designated local option sales tax (6-0)
• Amendment to Resolution 2024-025 setting an April 1 start date carried (5-1, Thompson dissenting)
• Motion to take Resolution 2024-025 from the table carried (5-1, Kell dissenting)
• Set the tax levy rate at $16.00607 (6-0)
• Increased the Transit Levy to $.40 (6-0)
• Increased the Storm Water rate by 5% for FY25, from $4 to $4.20 per ERU (6-0)
• Approved chipping and hauling $60,000 worth of compost material (6-0)
• Transferred $20,500 in local option sales tax to the Park and Recreation Concession Fund (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions to hire a recruitment firm for a new City Administrator and appoint an interim administrator. The body will also discuss the Capital Improvement Plan, General Fund budget, and valuations.

• Resolution 2024-025: Agreement with MGT of America Consulting for City Administrator recruitment
• Resolution 2024-026: Appointment of an Interim City Administrator
• Resolution 2024-027: Termination of the lease agreement for the Marshalltown Arts & Civic Center
• Liquor license renewals for Casey's General Store, Rumors Sports Bar, Wayward Social, and YesWay
• Resolution 2024-024: Addendum with Region 6 Resource Partners for administrative services

The Marshalltown City Council voted 6-1 to table Resolution 2024-025, which would have authorized an agreement with MGT of America Consulting for city administrator recruitment and selection using council-designated local option sales tax. A separate motion to approve Resolution 2024-026 appointing an interim city administrator was withdrawn after Police Chief Michael Tupper declined the appointment. The council approved Resolution 2024-027 terminating the lease agreement for public use of the Marshalltown Arts & Civic Center, which the Finance Director described as a formality due to the tax levy being eliminated. In discussion, the council directed staff to revise the second draft of the Capital Improvement Plan and voted 4-3 to use remaining ARPA funds and local option sales tax to cover a projected general fund deficit.

• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewals and Resolution 2024-024 addendum with Region 6 Resource Partners (7-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2024-025 authorizing MGT of America Consulting agreement for city administrator recruitment (6-1, Thompson dissenting)
• Motion to adopt Resolution 2024-026 appointing interim city administrator withdrawn after Michael Tupper declined
• Approved Resolution 2024-027 terminating lease agreement for Marshalltown Arts & Civic Center public use (7-0)
• Approved suggested changes to second draft of Capital Improvement Plan; staff to bring third draft (7-0)
• Approved using remaining ARPA funds and local option sales tax to cover projected general fund deficit (4-3, Hoop, Mitchell, Thompson dissenting)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to approve the voluntary resignation of the City Administrator. The body will also discuss the appointment of an interim administrator and the process for hiring a permanent replacement.

• Resolution 2024-023: Approving the City Administrator’s voluntary resignation
• Discussion regarding the hiring process for City Administrator
• Discussion regarding an Interim City Administrator

The Marshalltown City Council accepted the City Administrator's voluntary resignation and appointed Police Chief Michael Tupper as Interim City Administrator. The council also discussed hiring a permanent replacement, recommending the use of Gov HR if they honor a $24,500 quote funded by local option sales tax.

• Approved City Administrator's voluntary resignation (6-1)
• Appointed Police Chief Michael Tupper as Interim City Administrator (5-2)
• Recommended proceeding with Gov HR for recruitment if $24,500 price is honored

Investment Advisory Committee

The Investment Advisory Committee will meet to review the city's cash and investments. The committee will also consider the approval of minutes from the July 27, 2023 meeting.

• Review of cash and investments
• Approval of July 27, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss the sale and conveyance of several city-owned properties to private individuals and foundations. The body is also reviewing the completion of the airport hangar terminal project and a design agreement for a trailhead and bridge.

• Professional services agreement for $50,000 with Snyder and Associates for trailhead and bridge design
• Bill list approval for $1,268,824.06
• Comprehensive Plan amendment for 201 E Merle Hibbs Blvd to General Commercial
• Conveyance of properties including 112 N 2nd Ave and 105 N 2nd Ave to Farst Foundation
• Contract change order for airport terminal hangar project resulting in a $6,147.00 decrease

The Council approved several property conveyances to the Farst Foundation and private individuals. It also authorized a $50,000 design contract for a trailhead and bridge project and approved a zoning change for a future VA Clinic.

• Approved $1,268,824.06 bill list (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 design contract with Snyder and Associates for trailhead and bridge project (4-3)
• Approved zoning change to General Commercial for 201 E Merle Hibbs Blvd for VA Clinic (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 2023 light rescue vehicle for Fire Department (7-0)
• Approved property transfers to Farst Foundation for 112 N 2nd Ave and 105 N 2nd Ave (7-0)
• Approved property transfers to private individuals at 103 N 3rd Ave, 510 Bromley St, and 918 N 5th Ave (7-0)
• Approved final plat of Edgewood Industrial Park Addition (7-0)
• Approved garbage and refuse hauler license for Prairie Waste Solutions LLC (7-0)

Plan Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will review a final plat for the Edgewood Industrial Park Addition for recommendation to the City Council. The body will also consider a land use map amendment for 201 E Merle Hibbs Blvd and discuss the Mixed-Use (MU) zoning ordinance.

• Review and recommendation of Final Plat for Edgewood Industrial Park Addition
• Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map amendment for 201 E Merle Hibbs Blvd to General Commercial (GC)
• Discussion on Zoning Ordinance Mixed-Use (MU)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board will meet to receive updates on parks and recreation and aquatic services. Discussion includes project updates for specific park areas and the skating rink.

• Project updates for Peterson, Kiwanis Park, Riverview Park, and Linn Creek District
• Discussion regarding the skating rink
• Recreation & Aquatic update

The board recommended the approval of the November minutes. Staff provided updates on equipment orders for Peterson Park and the status of the water plaza contract and Linn Creek District trailhead design.

• Approved November meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees will meet to review bills and circulation and program statistics. The board is scheduled to discuss the budget, staffing updates, and reports from staff and the director.

• Review and approval of bills to be paid January 16, 2024
• Discussion of budget
• Staffing update
• Review of circulation and program statistics

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved its agenda, the December 19, 2023 minutes, and operating bills. The board received a budget update noting the City had not yet received valuations from the County and that the City Council would decide on four levies (Emergency Fund, Library, MACC, and the Community Band). Staff reported a candidate is being approved for a vacant reference position, and the board heard circulation and programming updates. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the agenda (moved Lyons/Pink; passed)
• Approved the December 19, 2023 minutes (moved Beek/Hall; passed)
• Approved operating bills (moved Lyons/Pink; passed)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special work session to discuss budget issues and the first draft of the Capital Improvement Plan. The session focuses on reviewing financial documents and project funding sources.

• Review of Local Option Sales Tax Budgets for FY24 and FY25
• Discussion of Debt Service Projects
• Review of first draft of Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Review of CIP FY24-FY28 Project Funding Source Summary

The council conducted a special meeting to discuss upcoming budget issues and the impact of House File 718. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this work session.

City Council

The City Council is deciding on a new city fee schedule and the sale of city-owned vacant lots. The body will also consider funding for the Center Street Viaduct and Highland Acres Road projects. Discussions include sewer revenue bond loan forgiveness and revisions to the council manual.

• Resolution 2024-001: Approving City Fee Schedule
• Resolution 2024-002: Setting a public hearing for the sale of city-owned vacant lots
• Resolution 2024-004: Purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet 5500 chassis from McGrath Automotive Group
• Resolution 2024-005: Accepting Iowa DOT funding for the Center Street Viaduct Project
• Resolution 2024-006: Funding agreement for the Highland Acres Road Reconstruction Project

The Marshalltown City Council adopted the consent agenda including a city fee schedule and downtown revitalization agreement. The council approved the purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet 5500 chassis, accepted Iowa DOT bridge funding for the Center Street Viaduct Project, and approved a surface transportation block grant agreement for the Highland Acres Road Reconstruction Project. Additionally, the council voted to proceed with $2 million in loan forgiveness on the sewer revenue bond rather than pursuing a sponsored project grant.

• Adopted consent agenda less item 3 including bill list of $1,218,688.74 and city fee schedule (7-0)
• Appointed Gary Thompson as an alternate on the Solid Waste Commission through 12/31/26 (6-0, Thompson abstaining)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-004 purchasing a 2023 Chevrolet 5500 chassis from McGrath Automotive Group (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-005 accepting Iowa DOT bridge funding for Center Street Viaduct Project #STR21002 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-006 approving Surface Transportation Block Grant agreement with Iowa DOT for Highland Acres Road Reconstruction Project #STR21001 (7-0)
• Voted to proceed with $2 million loan forgiveness on the Sewer Revenue Bond (7-0)