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Slateriowa public meetings in 2024

22 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 9, 2024

City Council

Council to approve zoning map contract and multiple infrastructure resolutions

The Slater City Council will meet on Dec 9, 2024 to consider routine consent items and several specific actions. Council members will vote on resolutions authorizing payments to Keller Excavating, installing street lights in Prairie Creek, and approving a contract with Snyder & Associated to update the city zoning map. The meeting also includes readings of ordinances affecting parking and traffic signs, and discussions on low‑income set‑aside funds, a grant for 421 Main Street, and water and sewer rate codes.

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✓ Decided: Slater Council approves consent agenda, finalizes ordinances, grants facade funds

The Slater City Council approved the consent agenda including claims and resolutions, passed three ordinances on final reading (parking, revenue division for two urban renewal plans), approved a $3,284.80 facade grant for 421 Main Street, and approved a contract for an administrative review. The noise ordinance was tabled for further review. No substantive decisions were made on water/sewer rates.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by May, seconded by Birdsall, to hold the 3"! / Final reading of Ordinance #304: No parking on the East side of Greene Street between 2"4 Ave heading north to the alley that is…
5 yea
May yea · Birdsall yea · Erickson yea · Conley yea · Newman yea
Motion was made by May, seconded by Newman, to waive the 2" reading and hold the 3" / Final reading for Ordinance #305: Division of revenues under Section 403.19, Code of Iowa, for Prairie Creek Plat…
5 yea
May yea · Newman yea · Erickson yea · Birdsall yea · Conley yea
Motion was made by Birdsall, seconded by Erickson, to waive the 2"4 reading and hold the 3‘ / Final reading for Ordinance #306: Division of revenues under Section 403.19, Code of Iowa, for Sievers…
5 yea
Birdsall yea · Erickson yea · May yea · Newman yea · Conley yea
Motion was made by Erickson, seconded by Conley to approve a grant in the amount of $3284.80 that would come off the end of the zero interest loan currently held by the City for 421 Main Street…
3 yea
Erickson yea · Conley yea · Newman yea
Motion was made by May, seconded by Birdsall, to hold the 1 Reading of Ordinance #307: Addition of Stop & Yield signs in Prairie Creek — Plat 8. Roll call vote:
5 yea
May yea · Birdsall yea · Erickson yea · Conley yea · Newman yea
Motion was made by Newman, seconded by Birdsall, to hold the 1 Reading of Ordinance #308: No parking on Four Mile Dr (Prairie Creek — Plat 8). Roll call vote:
5 yea
Newman yea · Birdsall yea · Conley yea · Erickson yea · May yea
Tue Dec 3, 2024

City Council

✓ Decided: Council held strategic planning session; no formal decisions made

The Slater City Council held a work session focused on strategic planning rather than voting on specific items. Presenter Marketa Oliver discussed topics including policy needs, updating the Comprehensive Plan, adding a City Hall position, and exploring annexation options. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote without any substantive motions or approvals.

Mon Nov 25, 2024

City Council

Council will vote on FY 2024 TIF report and approve Christmas fireworks

The Slater City Council will consider Resolution #22 to approve the FY 2024 Tax Increment Financing (TIF) report. It will also vote on a permit for a Christmas fireworks display on Main Street scheduled for December 8, 2024. A strategic planning session is included on the agenda. The meeting will be held at City Hall and via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Council approves FY 2024 TIF report and fireworks permit

The Slater City Council approved the FY 2024 Urban Renewal/TIF report via Resolution #22 (2024-2025) and a fireworks permit for the Christmas on Main event on December 8, 2024. Both motions passed 4-0. The council also held a strategic planning session with a consultant to review past accomplishments and future initiatives.

Mon Nov 11, 2024

City Council

City Council will adopt the FY 2025 Budget Amendment and consider several urban renewal plans

The Slater City Council meeting will vote on the FY 2025 Budget Amendment #1 and adopt the Prairie Creek Plat 8 Residential Urban Renewal Plan and the Sievers Light Industrial Plat 1 Urban Renewal Plan. The council will also hold public hearings and vote on development agreements with Rogers Enterprises, Inc. and JISSOM, Inc. Additional items include updates on sewer contracts, library calendar, and various code reviews.

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✓ Decided: Slater City Council approved urban renewal plans and development agreements

The Slater City Council held multiple public hearings and approved urban renewal plans and tax-increment financing ordinances for Prairie Creek Plat 8 and Sievers Light Industrial Plat 1. The council also approved development agreements with Rogers Enterprises, Inc. and JISSOM, Inc., adopted the fiscal year 2025 budget amendment, and approved a change order for tin siding at 321 Main Street. Additionally, the council authorized snowmobiles on a portion of the High Trestle Trail and approved moving city funds to South Story Bank.

🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by May, seconded by Birdsall, to hold the 2nd reading of Ordinance #304: No parking on the East side of Greene Street between 2nd Ave heading north to the alley that is between Main…
4 yea
May yea · Birdsall yea · Erickson yea · Conley yea
Motion was made by Birdsall, seconded by May, to approve Resolution #16 (2024- 2025): determining an area of the City to be an economic development area, and that the rehabilitation, conservation…
3 yea
Birdsall yea · May yea · Erickson yea
Motion was made by May, seconded by Birdsall, to hold the 1st Reading of Ordinance 305: for the division of revenues under Section 403.19, Code of Iowa, for Prairie Creek Plat 8 – Residential Urban…
3 yea
May yea · Birdsall yea · Erickson yea
Motion was made by May, seconded by Birdsall, to approve Resolution #17: Approving and Authorizing Execution of a Development Agreement by and between the City of Slater and Rogers Enterprises, Inc…
3 yea
May yea · Birdsall yea · Erickson yea
Motion was made by Birdsall, seconded by May to approve Resolution #18 (2024-2025): determining an area of the City to be an economic development area, and that the rehabilitation, conservation…
3 yea
Birdsall yea · May yea · Erickson yea
Motion was made by May, seconded by Birdsall, to hold the 1st Reading of Ordinance 306: for the division of revenues under Section 403.19, Code of Iowa, for Sievers Light Industrial – Plat 1 Urban…
3 yea
May yea · Birdsall yea · Erickson yea
Motion was made by May, seconded by Birdsall, to approve Resolution #19 (2024-2025): Approving and Authorizing Execution of a Development Agreement by and between the City of Slater and JISSOM, Inc…
3 yea
May yea · Birdsall yea · Erickson yea
Motion was made by Birdsall, seconded by Erickson, to approve the 20%. Motion approved
3 yea
Birdsall yea · Erickson yea · May yea
Mon Oct 14, 2024

City Council

Slater City Council to consider rezoning and urban renewal plans

The City Council will hold a public hearing and a second reading for rezoning 106 3rd Ave to multi-family residential. Members will also set public hearing dates for two urban renewal plans and two development agreements. Other discussions include a new noise ordinance and water and sewer rate reviews.

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✓ Decided: Council denies rezoning of 106 3rd Ave from R1 to R3 after opposition

The Slater City Council denied the rezoning of 106 3rd Ave from R1 (Single Family Residential) to R3 (Multi-Family Residential) after a public hearing where 5 property owners within 200 feet opposed the change, triggering a state code requirement for a 3/4 council vote. The motion to hold the second reading failed 0-5. The council also approved several resolutions, including a $155,380 contract for dirt work at Trailside Park and a sewer service amendment with Sheldahl, and tabled discussions on noise and fireworks ordinances.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by Erickson, seconded by Newman, to approve Resolution #8 (2024-2025) with the blue lined corrections as recommended by Slater’s Attorney. Roll Call vote:
4 yea
Erickson yea · Newman yea · May yea · Conley yea
Mon Sep 23, 2024

City Council

City Council considers sewer contract, Main Street repairs, and storm water easement

The Slater City Council will meet to approve a consent agenda including a $35,000 grant to Stepping Stones Childcare Facility. The council will also discuss a second contract amendment with Sheldahl for sewer work and review quotes for repairs to 321 Main Street. Additionally, the council plans to approve an easement for storm water at 905 Trail Drive.

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✓ Decided: Council approves sewer contract amendment talks with Sheldahl

The Slater City Council approved a motion to take suggestions directly to Sheldahl Council regarding the sewer contract amendment, rather than having attorneys revise it first. They also approved the consent agenda, a repair contract for 321 Main Street, and an easement for storm water. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

Mon Sep 9, 2024

City Council

Slater City Council to consider rezoning and new noise ordinance

The City Council will discuss a noise ordinance and the rezoning of 106 3rd Ave from single-family to multi-family residential. The body will also review a sewer contract amendment with Sheldahl and a payment application for the Sievers Light Industrial Area water and sewer expansion.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $143K water/sewer expansion payment, tables noise and sewer contract items

The Slater City Council approved Resolution #7, a $143,165.76 payment to Keller Excavating for the Sievers Light Industrial Area water and sewer expansion. They tabled proposed noise ordinance changes and a 20-year sewer services contract amendment with Sheldahl for further information. The council also held the first reading of a rezoning ordinance for 106 3rd Ave, scheduled a public hearing for Oct 14, and approved street closures for upcoming events.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by May, seconded by Newman, to hold the 1st reading. Public hearing is scheduled for Oct 14th during the next regularly scheduled Council meeting. Certified letters will also be…
5 yea
May yea · Newman yea · Erickson yea · Conley yea · Birdsall yea
Thu Aug 15, 2024

City Council

Council considers special election for $2.5 million in capital loan notes

The City Council will consider resolutions regarding a grant application for Trailside Park and a special election for project funding. The meeting focuses on securing financial resources for city infrastructure and facilities.

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✓ Decided: Slater calls Nov. 5 election on $2.5M bond for City Hall, library, community center

The Slater City Council approved a resolution calling a November 5, 2024 special election on issuing up to $2.5 million in general obligation capital loan notes for a new City Hall, Community Center and Library at 405 Main Street. The council also approved a resolution supporting a $75,000 REAP grant application for Trailside Park. Both resolutions passed 3-0 with two council members absent.

Mon Aug 12, 2024

City Council

Public hearing on Heartland COOP ammonia plant expansion

The Slater City Council will consider routine consent items, hear a citizen forum, and receive department updates. Old business includes payments for water and sewer expansion and an amendment to a sewer easement. New business features a public hearing on Heartland COOP’s expansion of its anhydrous ammonia plant, a possible additional 30,000‑gallon tank, and several financial and community projects.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 4th anhydrous ammonia tank at Heartland Coop

The Slater City Council approved the placement of a fourth anhydrous ammonia tank at Heartland Coop, approved pay app and easement for water/sewer expansion, and denied a water fee waiver request. Several items were tabled, including noise ordinance changes and a REAP grant application.

Mon Jul 29, 2024

City Council

City Council to vote on purchasing 321 and 319 Main Street

The Slater City Council will meet on July 29, 2024 at City Hall. The council will discuss and vote on Resolution #1 to purchase the properties at 321 Main St and 319 Main St. The agenda also includes a citizen forum for public comments and an item to approve claims. The meeting will adjourn after these items are addressed.

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✓ Decided: Council approves purchase of 319 and 321 Main St for $60,000

The Slater City Council approved the purchase of two properties on Main Street to facilitate a wall repair and attract a new business. The motion passed 4-0, with Councilmember Ken May absent. The council also approved a list of claims totaling $63,053.80, which included the property purchase and other expenses.

Mon Jul 8, 2024

City Council

Slater City Council to discuss dog park and pool staffing

The Slater City Council will review department updates from the Sheriff, Fire, and EMS. The council is also scheduled to consider an update on the Dog Park and approve staff for the 2024 pool season. An update regarding 321 Main St will be provided by the Clerk.

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✓ Decided: Slater City Council approves $212,969.87 in claims and new dog park

The City Council approved a consent agenda of claims and authorized the purchase of a fence screen for the public works area. The council also approved the installation of a donation-funded dog park and the 2024 pool staff.

Tue Jun 25, 2024

City Council

The Council will review a survey for a potential Dollar General Store.

The Slater City Council will consider several new business items, including an EPA compliance order and a contract for bond referendum support. The agenda also includes reviewing a survey for a potential Dollar General Store and discussing software and camera proposals. Department updates from the library and public works are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: City Council denies plat of survey for proposed commercial development

The Slater City Council denied a plat of survey request for a proposed commercial development north of city limits. The Council also approved an EPA compliance order regarding the sewer treatment facility and authorized a $10,000 façade grant for 308 Main Street. Additionally, the Council approved various financial items, including end-of-year transfers and a contract for architectural services.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to deny):
5 yea
Birdsall yea · May yea · Erickson yea · Newman yea · Conley yea
Mon Jun 10, 2024

City Council

Slater City Council to consider FY 2024 budget amendment and park engineering

The council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Budget Amendment #2 for the current fiscal year. The agenda also includes an engineering agreement for Trailside Park/Sports Complex and an economic development grant for Stepping Stone Daycare. Additionally, several street closures are proposed for July 4th festivities.

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✓ Decided: Slater City Council approves FY 2025 salaries and 4th of July event permits

The Council approved the FY 2025 salary resolution, a budget amendment for FY 2024, and several liquor licenses and street closures for July 4th celebrations. They also authorized an economic development grant for Stepping Stone Daycare and a professional services agreement for Trailside Park.

Mon May 13, 2024

City Council

Slater City Council to consider TIF plan and solar project

The City Council will discuss a potential solar project and the approval of a new TIF Plan and Development Agreement. The body will also review FY 2025 salaries and an animal control contract with Story County.

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✓ Decided: Slater City Council approves industrial park plat and new TIF plan engagement

The City Council approved several resolutions including a plat for Siever’s Industrial Park and the engagement of Ahlers Cooney for a new TIF plan. The council also hired three new employees and approved logistics for the June 1 Firemen's Dance.

Thu Apr 25, 2024

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves extra vacation for new deputy clerk

The Slater City Council approved a motion to grant the newly hired Deputy/Utility Clerk an additional 40 hours of vacation time usable immediately upon her start date, plus 40 hours to accrue over her first year of employment. The vote was 3-0. The council also agreed that the vacation benefit policy should be reviewed and updated in the City's Handbook.

Mon Apr 22, 2024

City Council

✓ Decided: Slater Council adopts FY 2025 budget, tables Casey's tobacco permit

The Slater City Council approved the FY 2025 budget via Resolution #4 (4-0) after a public hearing with no comments. The council also tabled the cigarette/tobacco permit for Casey's General Store and authorized the mayor to negotiate the purchase of 319 and 321 Main. Other items included updates on chipping day, a new push button crossing, and speed camera legislation.

Mon Apr 8, 2024

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves water/sewer expansion contracts for Sievers Light Industrial Area

The Slater City Council approved multiple resolutions related to the water and sewer expansion to the Sievers Light Industrial Area, including contract documents, an engineering contract amendment, a change order, materials testing, and easement agreements. The council also approved a settlement agreement with the City of Sheldahl regarding sewer connection and payment, and moved forward on drafting a speed camera ordinance. The consent agenda, including claims totaling $247,012.91, was approved.

Mon Apr 1, 2024

City Council

✓ Decided: Council sets public hearing for FY 2024 budget on April 22

The Slater City Council reviewed the proposed FY 2024 budget and made no changes to it. They voted 4-0 to schedule a public hearing on the budget for April 22, 2024. The meeting was adjourned after a brief discussion of historic budget procedures.

Mon Mar 4, 2024

City Council

Council to consider water/sewer expansion, budget, speed cameras

The Slater City Council will consider several key items, including approving contract documents for a water and sewer expansion to the Sievers Light Industrial Area, reviewing the proposed FY 2025 budget, and holding a public hearing on Ordinance #302 regarding speed cameras. The council will also vote on resolutions opposing an Alliant Energy rate increase, waiving review rights for a subdivision, and amending a contract with Story County for a $500,000 ARPA grant for the sewer treatment facility. A closed session is scheduled to discuss potential real estate purchase.

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Mon Feb 12, 2024

City Council

Council considers water and sewer expansion for Sievers Light Industrial Development

The City Council will review plans and award a contract for water and sewer expansion to the Sievers Light Industrial Development. Members will also discuss the proposed FY 2025 Budget and set dates for upcoming tax levy and budget public hearings.

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✓ Decided: Slater Council approves water/sewer expansion to Sievers Light Industrial development

The Slater City Council approved plans, cost estimates, and a construction contract for water and sewer expansion to the Sievers Light Industrial development on the southwest corner of town. The council also approved the FY 2025 law enforcement contract, funding toward the Trailside Sports Complex in the FY 2025 budget, a full-time public works hire, 2024 pool salaries, and the 2024 pool manager. A speed camera study was reviewed but no decision was made; it will be discussed again on March 4, 2024.

Mon Jan 22, 2024

City Council

Slater City Council considers FY 2025 budget and law enforcement contract

The Slater City Council is meeting on January 22, 2024, to consider resolutions regarding the FY 2025 law enforcement contract and an administrative services contract with the City of Kelley. The council will also review updates to business incentive programs, vote on hiring a deputy clerk, and discuss the proposed FY 2025 budget.

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Mon Jan 8, 2024

City Council

Slater City Council discusses water expansion and library staffing

The Council will consider rescheduling hearings and bid lettings for the Siever’s light Industrial Development water and sewer expansion. Other items include a new library associate hire, a liquor license request, and discussions regarding the FY 2025 budget.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $19,836 final payment for wastewater facility

The Slater City Council approved a final payment of $19,835.99 to Story Construction for the Waste Water Treatment Facility. They also approved a $91,267.46 consent agenda, a liquor license for Public House 421, and new dates for bids and hearings regarding the Siever’s light industrial water and sewer expansion. Staffing changes were approved, including a new Library Associate rate and a temporary reduction in City Hall hours.