Muscatine, IA
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MuscatineIA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$146,900 Typical home value $194,403 +5.6% yr/yr · +25.1% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (143)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Boards and Commissions
- Brad Roeth
- David Meloy
- Jim Elias
- Kathleen Haltmeyer
- Mark Seaman
- Melanie Alexander
- Paul Minicucci
- Rich Klimes
- Vince Lawson
- Aarzoo Baharani
- Ann McCarthy
- Diana Tank
- Geri Kent
- Krista Regennitter
- Mark Latta
- Mark Post
- Sara Fitzer-Huston
- Thalia Sutton
- Becky Schmertman
- Brad Bark
- Brandy Olson
- Chris Boar
- Delmar Kuhlers
- Devin Abel
- Gina Othmer
- James Miller
- Jeff Cochran
- Jim Nobel
- Ken Gilkerson
- Laurie Johnson
- Mario Lebron
- Mark Butterworth
- Pete DeGabriele
- Rebecca Schmertman
- Sarah Hoeg
- Sue Thielmann
- Tim Kelly
Who’s on the City Council
- Peggy Gordon — Councilmember
- Angie Lewis — Councilmember
- Jeff Osborne — Councilmember
- John Jindrich — Councilmember
- Nadine Brockert — Councilmember
- Don Lampe — Councilmember
- Matt Conard — Councilmember
- DeWayne Hopkins — Councilmember
- Dennis Froelich — Councilmember
- Brad Bark — Mayor
- Jodi Hansen
- Julie Wolf
- Nancy Jensen
- Larry Murray
- Robert McFadden
- Carol Webb
- Cinda Hilger
- Jonathon Lewis
- Marcus Coleman
Who’s on the General
- Gordon — Councilmember
- Brockert — Councilmember
- Osborne — Councilmember
- Jindrich — Councilmember
- Lewis — Councilmember
- Conard — Councilmember
- Lampe — Councilmember
- Brad Bark — Mayor
- Mark Seaman
- David Meloy
- Vince Lawson
- Mark Latta
- Aarzoo Baharani
- Kathleen Haltmeyer
- Jodi Hansen
- Geri Kent
- Chris Post
- Kayla Bendorf
- Sharon Froelich
- Brian Walter
- Sara Fitzer-Huston
- Andrew Anderson
- Diana Tank
- Jim Hetzler
- Kent Jurgersen
- Moriah Ellis
- Ann McCarthy
- Laurie Johnson
- Fred Galoso
- Mark Post
- Mary Beveridge
- Sarah Hoeg
- Gina Othmer
- Pete Degabriele
- Robert McFadden
- Steve Nienhaus
- Julie Wolf
- Rebecca Schmertman
- Dana LaRue
- Delmar Kuhlers
- Dennis Froelich
- Larry Murray
- Mark Butterworth
- Nancy Jensen
- Rick Bierman
- Nathan Sneath
- Brandy Olson
- Chris Boar
- Jeff Cochran
- Mario Lebron
- Mark Fortenbacher
- Brad Roeth
- Carolyn Levine
- Derek Reed
- Jim Elias
- Mike Terry
- Mohammad Pasha
- Steve Bradford
- Thalia Sutton
- Andrea Kreitner
- Becky Schmertman
- Dan Olson
- Luis Cacho
- Melanie Alexander
- Devin Abel
- James Miller
- Kathy Haltmeyer
- Kelsie Foley
- Ken Gilkerson
- Kent Jurgensen
- Marl Seaman
- Nathan Snead
- Pat Carver
- Paul Minicucci
- Ryan Streck
- Sue Thielmann
- Tim Kelly
- Chris Hetzler
- Devin Pettit
- Jim Nobel
- Jim Noble
- Jodi Hanson
- Matt Mardesen
- Osborn
- Paul Miniucci
- Rich Klimes
- Tiffany McConnaha
Upcoming
Fri Oct 23, 2026 · 12:00
Boards and Commissions
Public Art Advisory Commission to review mural guide and crosswalk project
The Muscatine Public Art Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss old business, including the Guide to Public Art and Murals, the Jefferson Crosswalk Murals/Revitalization Project, commission membership, and the Creative Places Accelerator Program. No new business items are listed. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts provided.
- Guide to Public Art and Murals in Muscatine
- Jefferson Crosswalk Murals/Revitalization Project
- Commission Membership
- Creative Places Accelerator Program
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City of Muscatine
PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMISSION
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
September 23, 2026,12:00 PM
AGENDA
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CALL TO ORDER
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MINUTES
3.
OLD BUSINESS
A. - Guide to Public Art and Murals in Muscatine
- Jefferson Crosswalk Murals/Revitalization Project
- Commission Membership
- Creative Places Accelerator Program
- Outstanding projects
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NEW BUSINESS
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OTHER BUSINESS
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Muscatine City Council to hold special meeting for strategic planning
The City Council is convening for a special meeting to conduct strategic planning. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Strategic planning discussion
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City of Muscatine
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
October 27, 2026,2:00 PM
Brad Bark, Mayor
Don Lampe, 1st Ward
Angie Lewis, At Large
Jeff Osborne, 2nd Ward
Matt Conard, At Large
Peggy Gordon, 3rd Ward
Matthew Mardesen, City
Administrator
Nadine Brockert, 4th Ward
Cinda Hilger, City Clerk
John Jindrich, 5th Ward
Brent Hinders, City Attorney
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CALL TO ORDER
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STRATEGIC PLANNING
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Art Center Board to review building repairs and strategic planning
The Art Center Board of Directors will discuss facility maintenance, including window and air conditioning repairs. The board will also review strategic planning, budget processes, and upcoming community events.
- Approval of bills and credit card charges
- Status of bird strike windows and mansion air conditioning repairs
- Update on Cedar Street Parking lot camera repairs
- Resignation of two part-time employees
- Heartfelt and Handmade Ornament Competition on December 5
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City of Muscatine
ART CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
The Art Center Board of Directors meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 12:00 p.m. at
the Art Center
October 20, 2026,12:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
VISITOR SPEAK
3.
* APPROVAL OF BILLS
4.
CREDIT CARD APPROVAL
5.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Long-Range Planning/Executive Committee
1. Strategic Planning
2. Committee Structure/Bylaws
Finance & Budget:
1. New budget process starting with City Strategic planning soon
Collections:
1. Collections Management Policy
Building & Grounds:
1. Bird Strike windows
2. Air conditioning unit in mansion is not repaired yet. Modern still waiting
on part
3. Building and grounds purchase order for the windows and painting on
the mansion was approved by council. Waiting on start date. Planning on
this fall.
4. Cameras out in the Cedar Street Parking lot. Working on repairing them.
The City made the first repair and Midwest Alarm Systems made the
second. Waiting to see what is next.
Personnel:
1. Resignation of two part-time employees
Community Engagement:
1. Heartfelt and Handmade Ornament Competition (December 5)
2. Preview Night on December 4 for Friends Members.
6.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
7.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
8.
NEW BUSINESS
9.
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 17:30
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City Council to consider removing gender balance requirements for boards
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to remove gender balance requirements for board and commission nominations. The body is also reviewing several purchase orders for city infrastructure and equipment.
- Public hearing on removing gender balance requirements from City Code Title 2
- Purchase order of $32,412.00 to Shelangoski Construction for driveway relocation at 1610 Houser Street
- Purchase order of $36,125 to Meston Brothers for golf course irrigation heads
- Purchase order of $27,742.00 to Wolfe Contracting Inc. for an automatic gate at the old DOT building
- Purchase order not to exceed $33,000.00 to FSS Inc. for a tower camera at the Public Safety Building
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City of Muscatine
CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Brad Bark, Mayor
Don Lampe, 1st Ward
Angie Lewis, At Large
Jeff Osborne, 2nd Ward
Matt Conard, At Large
Peggy Gordon, 3rd Ward
Matt Mardesen, City Administrator
Nadine Brockert, 4th Ward
Cinda Hilger, City Clerk
John Jindrich, 5th Ward
Brent Hinders, City Attorney
City Council meetings are held at 5:30 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. In-depth
sessions will be held as needed at 5:30 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. All meetings
are available for review on the City of Muscatine YouTube page.
October 20, 2026,5:30 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
INVOCATION-Raye Oehme, Wellspring Community Church
3.
ROLL CALL
4.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5.
FROM THE MAYOR
A. World Polio Day Proclamation
B. National Disability Employment Awareness Proclamation
6.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AS PRESENTED AND/OR AS AMENDED
7.
COMMUNICATIONS - CITIZENS
8.
COUNCILMEMBER FOLLOW UP TO CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
9.
CONSENT AGENDA * (ITEMS 10-14)
The following items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council
Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda
and considered separately.
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* REVIEW AND POTENTIAL VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES
A. October 6, 2026 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
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Planning and Zoning Commission to review two rezoning requests
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider changing the zoning designations for two properties. The body will also vote on the approval of minutes from March 16, 2026, and elect officers.
- Rezoning of 4.09 acre parcel at 5112 Highway 61 South from AG Agricultural to C-1 Neighborhood and General Commercial
- Rezoning of 0.67-acre property in the 300 Block of West Mississippi Drive from M-1 Light Industrial to R-4 Residential
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City of Muscatine
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Monday, October 19, 2026
The Planning and Zoning Commission meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in
City Hall Council Chambers.
October 19, 2026,5:30 PM
AGENDA
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ROLL CALL
2.
MISSION STATEMENT PZ “The Planning and Zoning Commission is a seven-member
group of residents of the City who are appointed by the Mayor and City Council. We
serve as non-professionals and without compensation. Our purpose is to advise the City
Council on managing the growth of the City. This involves reviewing subdivisions,
rezoning requests, the use of public property, and reports related to land use policy and
long-range planning. Recognizing that our decisions will not satisfy everyone, we
attempt to base our decisions on what is best for the long-term interest of the City. We
ask your input, pro or con, on issues before us in order that we formulate the best
decisions possible. Please take this opportunity to share your thoughts and concerns
with us. Our recommendations are not taken lightly by the City Council, but the City
Council, your elected representatives, make the final decisions on all issues.”
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Minutes
A. Approval of minutes from the March 16, 2026 meeting
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A. 4.09 Acre Parcel located at 5112 Highway 61 South, from AG Agricultural to C-1
Neighborhood and General Commercial
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MAGIC Board to consider FY27-28 budget and ESRI licensing agreement
The MAGIC Board will meet to discuss the FY27-28 budget and updates to the Memorandum of Understanding with MPW regarding expenditure limits. The board will also review annual project updates and a network adjustment contract.
- Approval of FY27-28 budget
- Proposed updates to MAGIC-MPW Memorandum of Understanding on expenditure limits
- Contract proposal for ESRI enterprise licensing agreement 2027-2030
- Contract with Dan Corbin Inc. for Muscatine County survey control network adjustment
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
MAGIC BOARD MEMBERS & SUPPORT STAFF
FROM:
MARK YERINGTON
SUBJECT:
ANNUAL MAGIC BOARD MEETING
MEETING DATE AND TIME:
OCTOBER 12, 2026 – 4:00 P.M.
MEETING PLACE: MPW AUDITORIUM
AGENDA
I.
Call to Order
II.
Approve minutes from October 13, 2025 annual board meeting
III.
Communications – Hearings – Reports
• Annual project updates
• Update board on ESRI Enterprise agreement renewal 2027 - 2030
IV.
New Business
• Discuss and consider approval of MAGIC’s FY27 - 28 budget
• Discuss and consider approval of proposed updates to the MAGIC - MPW
Memorandum of Understanding to align expenditure limits with MPW purchasing
guidelines.
V.
Old Business
• None
VI.
Approval of Bills and Contracts
• Voice ratification of contract with Dan Corbin Inc. to provide a network
adjustment of Muscatine County survey control network.
• Approve contract proposal for ESRI enterprise licensing agreement 2027 – 2030.
VII.
Other
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Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 17:30
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Muscatine City Council to hold special meeting for legal strategy
The City Council is meeting to request a closed session to discuss legal strategy with counsel. The discussion concerns matters currently in litigation or where litigation is imminent.
- Request to enter closed session per Iowa Code Section 21.5.1.c and Section 622.10 regarding litigation strategy
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City of Muscatine
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
October 8, 2026,5:30 PM
Brad Bark, Mayor
Don Lampe, 1st Ward
Angie Lewis, At Large
Jeff Osborne, 2nd Ward
Matt Conard, At Large
Peggy Gordon, 3rd Ward
Matthew Mardesen, City
Administrator
Nadine Brockert, 4th Ward
Cinda Hilger, City Clerk
John Jindrich, 5th Ward
Brent Hinders, City Attorney
AGENDA
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CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS IDENTIFIED IN THE CALL OF SPECIAL MEETING
A. Request to enter closed session per Iowa Code Section 21.5.1.c to discuss
strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where
litigation is imminent and where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or
disadvantage the position of the governmental body in the litigation, and in
accordance with Iowa Code Section 622.10 to discuss attorney/client privileged
and attorney work product matters with legal counsel. Possible action to follow
in open session.
4.
ADJOURNMENT
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Muscatine Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meets Oct 7 at the Municipal Golf Course Clubhouse
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission holds its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Muscatine Municipal Golf Course Clubhouse. The agenda includes introducing new commission members, approving the September 2, 2026 minutes, and updates on the golf irrigation project and golf cart path overlay. No votes on contracts, ordinances, or fee changes appear on the agenda; most items are updates or procedural.
- Introduction of new commission members
- Approval of minutes from the September 2, 2026 meeting
- Update on the golf irrigation project
- Update on the golf cart path overlay (listed twice on the agenda)
- Other business, followed by adjournment
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City of Muscatine
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meets on the 1st Wednesday of each month at
5:30 at various locations. This meeting will take place at the Muscatine Municipal Golf Course
Clubhouse.
1. CALL TO ORDER & INTRODUCTION OF NEW COMMISSION MEMBERS
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of the minutes for the September 2, 2026 meeting.
3. UPDATE – GOLF IRRIGATION PROJECT
4. UPDATE – GOLF CART PATH OVERLAY
5. UPDATE – GOLF CART PATH OVERLAY
6. OTHER BUSINESS
7. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:30
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Muscatine council weighs TIF development deal, surplus land, and $2.5M in bills
The Muscatine City Council meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, to vote on routine items and several larger matters. Public hearings cover declaring city-owned land on the 1200 block of Hershey Avenue as surplus and a proposed development agreement with Industrial Development, LLC, including annual tax increment payments. The council also considers a garbage and recycling ordinance change, a $55,000 housing assistance transfer, and a closed session on litigation strategy.
- Public hearing and resolution to declare city-owned land on the north side of the 1200 block of Hershey Avenue as surplus
- Public hearing and resolution on a development agreement with Industrial Development, LLC, with annual appropriation tax increment payments
- Purchase orders: $22,100 to Turfwerks for a soccer complex topdresser, $16,485 to ProFlight Cages for batting cages, up to $19,300 to Veenstra & Kimm for a sewer rate study, and up to $24,999 to North Construction for 602 East 7th Street
- Bills totaling $2,499,201.96 recommended for approval
- Resolution authorizing up to $55,000 in Unrestricted Net Position for a housing assistance payment shortfall; also a $512,680 Iowa DOT transit operating agreement and acceptance of $711,442.28 in completed marina work
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✓ Decided: City Council approves development agreements and $2.5M in bills
The City Council approved a development agreement with Industrial Development, LLC and a rehabilitation agreement for 113 Iowa Avenue. The council also authorized $55,000 for housing assistance and approved several no-parking zone revisions. A request to relocate a loading zone to the 100 block of E 2nd Street was denied.
- Approved bills and purchase orders totaling $2,499,201.96
- Approved Development Agreement with Industrial Development, LLC
- Approved $55,000 from Unrestricted Net Position for housing assistance
- Approved $711,442.28 for Muscatine Marina CDF Relocation Project
- Approved $512,680.00 FTA Operating Assistance Contract
- Approved no-parking zones at Pinefield St, Americana Ave, and Howard Ave
- Denied loading zone relocation to 100 block of E 2nd Street
- Approved Development Agreement with Ponce Rentals LLC for 113 Iowa Avenue
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City of Muscatine
CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Brad Bark, Mayor
Don Lampe, 1st Ward
Angie Lewis, At Large
Jeff Osborne, 2nd Ward
Matt Conard, At Large
Peggy Gordon, 3rd Ward
Matt Mardesen, City Administrator
Nadine Brockert, 4th Ward
Cinda Hilger, City Clerk
John Jindrich, 5th Ward
Brent Hinders, City Attorney
City Council meetings are held at 5:30 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. In-depth
sessions will be held as needed at 5:30 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. All meetings
are available for review on the City of Muscatine YouTube page.
October 6, 2026,5:30 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
INVOCATION
3.
ROLL CALL
4.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5.
FROM THE MAYOR
A. Swearing in of Police Officer Timothy Long
B. Swearing in of Police Officer Dedrick Jordan
C. Proclamation for Fire Prevention Week 2026
D. Announcement of Trick or Treat hours
6.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AS PRESENTED AND/OR AS AMENDED
7.
COMMUNICATIONS - CITIZENS
A. Public Hearing on nuisance violation - 1116 Oak Street - Junior Castillo
8.
COUNCILMEMBER FOLLOW UP TO CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
9.
CONSENT AGENDA * (ITEMS 10-14)
The following items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council
Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda
and considered separ …
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City of Muscatine, City Council Meeting Minutes, Tuesday, October 6, 2026 5:30 pm at City Hall
Mayor Bark called the City Council meeting for October 6, 2026, to order at 05:30 PM.
Special Guest Nehemiah gave the invocation.
Councilmembers Present: Brockert, Jindrich, Osborne, Gordon, Lewis, Lampe, Conard.
From the Mayor:
Mayor Bark swore in police officers Timothy Long and Dedrick Jordon.
Mayor Bark read and presented to Captain Ripperger a proclamation for Fire Prevention Week.
Mayor Bark announced 2026 Trick or Treat hours will be October 31, 2026 from 6pm-8pm.
Approval of Agenda:
Gordon/Lewis moved to approve the agenda as presented. All ayes, motion passed.
Communication Citizens.
Public Hearing on nuisance violation - 1116 Oak Street - Junior Castillo
Community Development Director Jodi Royal-Goodwin presented information and photos regarding this
public hearing. Councilmembers had questions regarding the appeal that were addressed by Ms. Royal
Goodwin. The property owner was not present. Nuisance violation upheld.
Conard/Gordon moved for the public hearing to be closed. All ayes, motion passed.
Consent Agenda:
Lewis/Osborne moved to approve the consent agenda including City Council Minutes (Sept 8, 2026 &
Sept 15, 2026) Use of City Property (Jingle Mingle & Block Party on 1st Avenue), Alcohol License (Flowers
on the Avenue, Pearl City Tobacco & Liquor Outlet, Dollar General), Revitalization Property Tax
Abatement(614 Aspen Trail), Musc …
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:30
General
Board to hear carport variance at 606 W 3rd St
The Muscatine Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request to build a carport at 606 W 3rd St that would be closer than 10 feet to the main building, violating setback rules. The board will also approve minutes from the August 6, 2026 meeting.
- Variance Appeal No. ZBAV08-2026 by Vince Lawson for a 25'x26' carport at 606 W 3rd St
- Requested exception to City Code Section 10-20-3(C) setback requirement
- Approval of August 6, 2026 minutes
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AGENDA
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
THURSDAY, October 1, 2026– 5:30 P.M.
Council Chambers at City Hall
215 Sycamore St, Muscatine, Iowa
1.
Roll Call
2.
Mission Statement
“The Zoning Board of Adjustments is a quasi-judicial board appointed by the Mayor and
approved by the Muscatine City Council. The Board’s purpose is to interpret the Zoning Ordinance and to
allow certain limited exceptions and variances where special conditions and hardships exist. We are an
independent volunteer board of citizens and not part of the City Administration. There are five members
on the Board. State law requires three affirmative votes to approve any appeal under consideration, no
matter how many members are present. (If fewer than five members are present, the appellant has the
opportunity to have the appeal delayed until the next meeting. This request must be made prior to Board
deliberation of that case.) As a Board of the City, we welcome all testimony. We make our decisions
based on the facts and evidence allowed under City Code, presented in open meeting. We ask that if you
wish to speak, please come to the podium and give your name and City address.”
3.
Approval of August 6, 2026 Minutes
4.
Variance Appeal No. ZBAV08-2026, filed by Vince Lawson to construct a 25’x26’ (roof dimensions)
carport located at 606 W 3rd St. Per City Code Section 10-20-3 (C) Any accessory building or use closer
than 10 feet to the main building and which must be in the side or re …
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 16:00
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:00
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:15
General
Historic Preservation Commission reviews August permits, sets October meeting
The Muscatine Historic Preservation Commission and Friends of Muscatine Historic Preservation are meeting jointly to review issued permits from August, discuss new projects, and receive updates from subcommittees. The agenda includes routine items like approving August minutes and hearing citizen comments, along with updates on the Paul Bruhn program and HPC project guidelines. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Review of August permits including 313 E 2nd St (Iowa Employment Agency) utility work in alley
- 313 W 2nd St (J.J. Shafnet House) front porch roof replacement
- 124 E 2nd St (Pioneer Drug Store) 100 amp subpanel installation
- 402 Cherry house right-of-way dirt removal for garage work
- Next meeting set for October 26, 2026 at 5:15 pm
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JOINT MEETING
MUSCATINE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
AND
FRIENDS OF MUSCATINE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
Monday, September 28, 2026 - 5:15 p.m.
Musser Public Library
#104 Community Meeting Room
Agenda
1. Call to Order/Roll Call
2. Consent Agenda
a. August Minutes
3. Comments from Citizens
4. Review List of Issued Permits
• August
o 313 E 2nd St – (Iowa Employment Agency) – work in alley – utility
o 313 W 2nd St – (J.J. Shafnet House) – front porch roof replacement
o 124 E 2nd St – (Pioneer Drug Store) – 100 amp subpanel
o 402 Cherry – (House) – ROW – dirt removal for garage work
5. New Business
a. New projects to look into
6. Update from Subcommittees
7. Other Business
a. Paul Bruhn Update
b. HPC Project – Guidelines
8. Next Meeting Date: October 26, 2026 at 5:15 pm
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 17:30
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 16:30
General
Library board to approve $10,589.82 basement shelving purchase
The Muscatine Library Board of Trustees is meeting for its regular monthly session, covering routine approvals and reports. Key new business includes a request to approve a $10,589.82 quote for new basement shelving, a proposal to close the library for staff training and carpet cleaning, and a request to surplus a display case for a signage project.
- Approve Quote #6846 from LFI for new basement shelving totaling $10,589.82 (Library Trust Fund)
- Close library October 2-3, 2026 for annual staff in-service and carpet cleaning
- Surplus 3rd floor display case to complete new library signage project
- Ratify bills for payment
- Board training: review Chapter 2 of Board of Trustees Handbook
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City of Muscatine
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
The Library Board of Trustees meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 4:30 p.m. in the
Library Conference Room
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4.
RATIFY BILLS FOR PAYMENT
5.
RECEIVE COMMUNICATION
6.
COMMUNICATIONS - CITIZENS
7.
STAFF LIAISON
8.
FRIENDS' REPORT
9.
DIRECTORS' REPORT
10.
BOARD TRAINING
A. Review Chapter 2 of the Board of Trustees Handbook
11.
OLD BUSINESS
12.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Request to Approve Quote #6846 from LFI for New Basement Shelving Totaling
$10,589.82 (Library Trust Fund)
B. Request to Close Library on October 2-3, 2026 for Annual Staff In-Service and
Carpet Cleaning
C. Request to Surplus the 3rd Floor Display Case to Allow Completion of New
Library Signage Project
13.
ADJOURNMENT
14.
NEXT MEETING
A. October 21, 2026
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to vote on $1.4M bills, contracts, and zoning changes
The Muscatine City Council will consider routine consent items including liquor license renewals, contracts for property improvements, and approval of bills totaling $1,396,477.32. They will also hold public hearings on garbage and recycling code amendments, an urban renewal plan amendment, and the Carver Corner Roundabout project, followed by related resolutions and first reading of an ordinance.
- Contract with North Construction, not to exceed $24,814.00, for 717 Mulberry Avenue
- Contract with QC Roof Drs, not to exceed $20,057.70, for 618 East 7th Street
- Contract with North Construction, not to exceed $24,999.00, for 510 Spring Street
- Public hearing on amendments to Title 13, Chapter 3 (garbage and recycling)
- Resolution to declare surplus real estate on north side of 1200 block Hershey Avenue
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✓ Decided: Muscatine council advances sewer bond, urban renewal plan, and $29,400 police camera grant
Muscatine City Council approved a resolution authorizing an amended sewer improvement bond with a tax levy, adopted the Urban Renewal Plan Amendment for the Consolidated Urban Renewal Area, and accepted a $29,400 Justice Assistance Grant for a downtown surveillance camera. The council also approved the first reading of an ordinance amending garbage and recycling rules, set an October 6, 2026 public hearing on a development agreement with Industrial Development, LLC, and approved bills totaling $1,396,477.32. Two council members were absent. A closed session was pulled from the agenda at the city administrator's request.
- Approved agenda as amended, removing closed session (all ayes)
- Approved consent agenda including bills of $1,396,477.32 (all ayes)
- Closed public hearing on garbage and recycling code amendments with no comments (all ayes)
- Closed public hearing on Urban Renewal Plan Amendment with no comments (all ayes)
- Closed public hearing on Carver Corner Roundabout plans after resident raised contaminated soil concern (all ayes)
- Approved first reading of ordinance amending Title 13, Chapter 3 on garbage and recycling (all ayes)
- Adopted resolution authorizing amended sewer improvement bond and tax levy (all ayes)
- Adopted resolution setting public hearing to declare 1200 block of Hershey Avenue city property surplus (all ayes)
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City of Muscatine
CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Brad Bark, Mayor
Don Lampe, 1st Ward
Angie Lewis, At Large
Jeff Osborne, 2nd Ward
Matt Conard, At Large
Peggy Gordon, 3rd Ward
Matt Mardesen, City Administrator
Nadine Brockert, 4th Ward
Cinda Hilger, City Clerk
John Jindrich, 5th Ward
Brent Hinders, City Attorney
City Council meetings are held at 5:30 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. In-depth
sessions will be held as needed at 5:30 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. All meetings
are available for review on the City of Muscatine YouTube page.
September 15, 2026,5:30 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
INVOCATION- Ray Oehme - Wellspring Community
3.
ROLL CALL
4.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5.
FROM THE MAYOR
A. Proclamation — Public Power Week
6.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AS PRESENTED AND/OR AS AMENDED
7.
COMMUNICATIONS - CITIZENS
8.
COUNCILMEMBER FOLLOW UP TO CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
9.
CONSENT AGENDA * (ITEMS 10-14)
The following items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council
Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda
and considered separately.
10.
* REVIEW AND POTENTIAL VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES
A. September 1, 2026 City Council Regular meeting minutes
11.
* PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Liquor License
Requ …
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City of Muscatine, City Council Meeting Minutes, September 15, 2026 5:30 pm City Hall
Mayor Pro Tem Lewis called the City Council meeting for September 15, 2026, to order at 05:30 PM.
Ray Oehme - Wellspring Community Church gave the invocation
Councilmembers Present: Brockert, Gordon, Lewis, Lampe, Conard. Absent: Jindrich, Osborne.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewis read and presented Proclamations for Public Power Week, National Day of Truth
and Reconciliation and Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
Approval of Agenda:
City Administrator Mardesen requested the closed session be pulled from the agenda.
Gordon/Brockert moved to approve the agenda as amended. All ayes motion passed.
Citizen Communication:
Charles Lorentzen, Briarwood Lane, was present to share his concerns regarding upcoming projects in
Muscatine.
Councilmember Gordon shared the city would be holding a public meeting to discuss the upcoming Isett
Avenue Corridor Project.
Consent Agenda:
Brockert/Lampe, moved to approve the Consent Agenda including City Council Minutes (Sept 1, 2026),
Liquor License (Proof Social, American Legion, Fast Avenue One Stop, Osaka Japanese Steakhouse,
Express Mart), Muscatine County Board of Supervisors Minutes (August 24, 2026), Purchase Orders and
Agreements (Raymond Muscatine, North Construction, QC Roof Drs), Bills for approval ($1,396,477.32).
All ayes, motion passed.
Public Hearings:
Public hearing for the review of amendments to Title 13, Chapter 3, of the City …
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 12:00
General
Art Center board to approve bills, credit card, and committee reports
The Muscatine Art Center Board of Directors is meeting to handle routine business, including approval of bills and credit card charges, and to receive committee reports. The agenda includes updates on building repairs, a new budget process, and planning for the December ornament competition. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Approval of bills and credit card charges
- Building and grounds: bird strike windows, mansion air conditioning repair, window and painting purchase order approved by council
- New budget process starting with City strategic planning
- Heartfelt and Handmade Ornament Competition planned for December 5, with Preview Night on December 4
- Repairs to cameras in Cedar Street parking lot
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✓ Decided: Art Center Board approves fund transfers and window bird-divert trial
The Board approved moving Trust Funds to the Support Foundation for more aggressive management. It also authorized a trial application of Bird Divert on three windows to prevent bird strikes. The Executive Committee will begin developing a new Institutional Plan with community input.
- Approved August 18, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Approved bills totaling $2,035.01 (voice vote)
- Approved credit card bills of $215.00 (voice vote)
- Approved moving Trust Funds from City of Muscatine to the Support Foundation (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved moving funds from Charitable Fund to Charitable Fund Active Growth (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved trial of Bird Divert on three windows in the linkage (voice vote)
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City of Muscatine
ART CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
The Art Center Board of Directors meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 12:00 p.m. at
the Art Center
September 15, 2026,12:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
VISITOR SPEAK
3.
* APPROVAL OF BILLS
4.
CREDIT CARD APPROVAL
5.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Long-Range Planning/Executive Committee
1. Personnel
2. Strategic Planning
3. Committee Structure/Bylaws
Finance & Budget:
1. New budget process starting with City Strategic planning soon
2. Support Foundation Charitable Fund
3. City-held funds
4. New committee member
Collections:
1. Collections Management Policy
2. New committee member
Building & Grounds:
1. Bird Strike windows
2. Air conditioning unit in mansion is not repaired yet. Modern still waiting
on part
3. Building and grounds purchase order for the windows and painting on
the mansion was approved by council. Waiting on start date. Planning on
this fall.
4. Cameras out in the Cedar Street Parking lot. Working on repairing them.
Personnel: see exec
Community Engagement:
1. Heartfelt and Handmade Ornament Competition (December 5) planning
moving forward. Items have started coming in.
2. Preview Night on December 4 for Friends Members.
6.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
7.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
8.
NEW BUSINESS
9.
ADJOURNMENT
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Regular Meeting Muscatine Art Center Board of Trustees
Noon – Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Held at the Muscatine Art Center
Present: Mark Seaman, David Meloy, Kathleen Haltmeyer, Vince Lawson, Diana Tank, Mark Butterworth, Pat
Carver, Mark Post
Absent: Becky Schmertman
Staff: Kelly Lao
Visitors: Kristine Conlon
Visitor Speak: Kristine Conlon apprised the Board that the Friends of the Muscatine Art Center have been
working on updating their by-laws, improving their social media presence, planning upcoming events, and
developing an orientation handbook for new members.
Minutes: Minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees held on August 18, 2026, were reviewed.
Moved/seconded (David Meloy/Mark Post) to approve the minutes. Motion carried by voice vote.
Bills for Approval: Bills totaling $2,035.01 were reviewed. Moved/seconded (Kathy Haltmeyer/Diana Tank) to
approve. Motion carried by voice vote. Credit card bills of $215.00 were reviewed. Moved/seconded (Mark
Butterworth/Kathy Haltmeyer) to approve. Motion carried by voice vote.
Long-Range Planning: Mark Seaman and Kelly Lao discussed the need to develop a new MAC Institutional Plan.
The current plan was created back in 2022 covering the period 2022 thru 2026 and is now in need of updating. It
was decided the Executive Committee should meet and start a process to develop a new Institutional Plan that
includes input from the community.
Mark Post updated the Board on his efforts t …
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to discuss golf course and clubhouse updates
The Muscatine City Council is holding an in-depth meeting at the Municipal Golf Course to discuss updates and potential changes to the golf course and clubhouse. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting also includes standard procedural items like roll call and reports.
- Golf Course and Club House updates and discussion
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✓ Decided: Council hears golf course, clubhouse renovation updates
The City Council held a discussion-only session on September 8, 2026, with no formal votes or decisions. Parks and Recreation Director Nick Gow presented updates on 2026 Muni Golf Course projects, including irrigation upgrades, cart path overlays, pump replacements, equipment purchases, and planned clubhouse renovations. Councilmembers asked questions about restrooms, storm shelter, weed control, and HVAC, but no action was taken.
- No formal decisions or votes taken; discussion-only meeting
- Heard update on golf course irrigation upgrades and pump replacements
- Heard update on cart path overlay and path extensions
- Heard update on planned clubhouse renovations (doors, windows, bathrooms, carpet, concession area)
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MUSCATINE CITY COUNCIL
IN-DEPTH MEETING
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Brad Bark, Mayor
Don Lampe, 1st Ward
Angie Lewis, At Large
Jeff Osborne, 2nd Ward
Matt Conard, At Large
Peggy Gordon, 3rd Ward
Matt Mardesen, City Administrator
Nadine Brockert, 4th Ward
Cinda Hilger, City Clerk
John Jindrich, 5th Ward
Brent Hinders, City Attorney
The September 8, 2026 City Council in-depth Meeting will be held at the Muscatine
Municipal Golf Course.
City Council meetings are held at 5:30 pm on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, In-depth
sessions will be held as needed at 5:30 pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. All meetings
are available for review on the City of Muscatine YouTube page.
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. Golf Course and Club House updates and discussion
4.
STAFF, COUNCIL AND MAYOR REPORTS
5.
ADJOURNMENT
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City of Muscatine
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Bark called the City Council meeting for September 8, 2026, to order at 05:30
PM.
2.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Nadine Brockert, John Jindrich, Jeff Osborne, Peggy Gordon,
Don Lampe. Councilmembers Absent:Matt Conard, Angie Lewis
3.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. Golf Course and Club House updates and discussion
Mayor Bark reviewed the rules for in-depth meeting and stated this was a
council discussion session and no public comments would be entertained during
the meeting. Mayor Bark encouraged residents to reach out to staff and/or
council with any concerns or suggestions they have regarding the golf course
improvement projects.
Parks and Recreation Director Nick Gow reviewed the 2026 projects and
purchases that have either occurred or are in the process for the Muni Golf
Course. These included: irrigation upgrades, cart path overlay with additional
path extensions to be added, replacement of irrigation pumps, projected
clubhouse renovations and the purchase of multiple equipment items to be
used for maintenance of the golf course.
Director Gow stated that for the clubhouse renovations they are looking at, but
not limited to, door replacements, window replacements, painting, bathroom
renovations, new carpet, concession area expansion and merger with the pro-
shop counter for more efficiency.
Director Gow shared that these items have b …
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 17:30
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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 17:30
General
Parks commission to hear updates on Musco Sports Center and Riverview Center
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will meet to approve minutes and receive updates on several ongoing projects, including the Musco Sports Center, Riverview Center, Riverfront Fountain, Houseboat Dock, and Illuminate Muscatine at Kent Stein Park. The meeting also includes a preview of the October 7 discussion on the golf course clubhouse.
- Approval of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes
- Update on Musco Sports Center
- Update on Riverview Center project
- Update on Riverfront Fountain project
- Update on Houseboat Dock project
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City of Muscatine
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meets on the 1st Wednesday of each month at
5:30 at various locations. This meeting will take place at the Riverview Center.
1. CALL TO ORDER & INTRODUCTION OF NEW COMMISSION MEMBERS
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of the minutes for the May 6, 2026 meeting.
3. UPDATE – MUSCO SPORTS CENTER
4. UPDATE – RIVERVIEW CENTER PROJECT
5. UPDATE – RIVERFRONT FOUNTAIN PROJECT
6. UPDATE – HOUSEBOAT DOCK PROJECT
7. UPDATE – ILLUMINATE MUSCATINE AT KENT STEIN PARK
8. OTHER BUSINESS
9. OCTOBER 7 MEETING: GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE
10. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council discusses $8.29 million sewer bond and various city infrastructure projects
The Muscatine City Council will consider an $8,295,000 sewer improvement bond and several construction purchase orders. The agenda also includes requests for alcohol licensing, property transfers to Habitat for Humanity, and public hearings for upcoming projects.
- Issuance of $8,295,000.00 in General Obligation Sewer Improvement Bonds, Series 2026
- Purchase order for $174,804.75 to Taylor Ridge Paving and Construction for the Cart Path Overlay Project
- Purchase order for $114,435.00 to Riddell Roofing, Inc. for WPCP Operations Roof Replacement
- Transfer of several real estate properties to Muscatine County Area Habitat for Humanity, Inc.
- Public hearing for the Carver Corner Roundabout Project plans and specifications
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✓ Decided: Council approves $8.3M sewer improvement bonds, 7-0
The City Council approved a resolution authorizing a Loan and Disbursement Agreement for $8,295,000 in General Obligation Annual Appropriation Sewer Improvement Bonds, Series 2026, with a unanimous 7-0 vote. The council also approved several other items, including a $114,435 roof replacement purchase order, a $174,804.75 cart path overlay project, and a $161,400 change order for the Clark House fire alarm system. A resolution to convey six properties to Muscatine County Area Habitat for Humanity passed 6-0, with Councilmember Lampe recusing himself due to a conflict of interest.
- Approved $8,295,000 sewer improvement bond resolution (7-0)
- Approved $114,435 WPCP Operations roof replacement purchase order (7-0)
- Approved $174,804.75 Cart Path Overlay Project purchase order (7-0)
- Approved $161,400 Clark House fire alarm change order (7-0)
- Approved property conveyances to Habitat for Humanity (6-0, Lampe recused)
- Approved $20,940 irrigation pump motor replacement purchase order (consent agenda)
- Approved $1,288,647.50 in bills (consent agenda)
- Set public hearings for Sept 15 on roundabout and garbage code amendments (7-0)
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City of Muscatine
CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Brad Bark, Mayor
Don Lampe, 1st Ward
Angie Lewis, At Large
Jeff Osborne, 2nd Ward
Matt Conard, At Large
Peggy Gordon, 3rd Ward
Matt Mardesen, City Administrator
Nadine Brockert, 4th Ward
Cinda Hilger, City Clerk
John Jindrich, 5th Ward
Brent Hinders, City Attorney
City Council meetings are held at 5:30 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. In-depth
sessions will be held as needed at 5:30 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. All meetings
are available for review on the City of Muscatine YouTube page.
September 1, 2026,5:30 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
INVOCATION-Pam Saturnia, First Presbyterian Church
3.
ROLL CALL
4.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5.
FROM THE MAYOR
6.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AS PRESENTED AND/OR AS AMENDED
7.
COMMUNICATIONS - CITIZENS
8.
COUNCILMEMBER FOLLOW UP TO CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
9.
CONSENT AGENDA * (ITEMS 10-14)
The following items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council
Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda
and considered separately.
10.
* REVIEW AND POTENTIAL VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES
A. August 18, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes
11.
* PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Request for alley closure at 408 E 2nd Street from Walnut Street …
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City of Muscatine
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Bark called the City Council meeting for September 1, 2026, to order at 05:30
PM.
2.
INVOCATION-Pam Saturnia, First Presbyterian Church
3.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Nadine Brockert, John Jindrich, Jeff Osborne, Peggy Gordon,
Angie Lewis, Don Lampe, Matt Conard.
4.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5.
FROM THE MAYOR
6.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AS PRESENTED AND/OR AS AMENDED
Peggy Gordon/ Jeff Osborne moved to approve the agenda as presented. Vote: Ayes -7,
Nays - 0, Motion Passed.
7.
COMMUNICATIONS - CITIZENS
Charles Larson, 1804 Briarwood Lane was present to share his concerns regarding the
conditions of the city streets as well as his concerns with the intersection of University
Drive and Hwy 61.
Public Works Director Steve Snider shared information regarding upcoming road
closures on Sunrise Lane and Roscoe for road work.
8.
COUNCILMEMBER FOLLOW UP TO CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
Council responded to Mr. Larson by stating that the city has a process for evaluating the
streets to be repaired in order to use the funding available in the best manner. Council
member Conard stated that a lot of the funds are now being used for the required sewer
separation project. Council stated that in order for any changes to be made at University
and 61, the State would have to be involved.
9.
CONSENT AGENDA * (ITEMS 10-14)
Councilmember Don …
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 16:00
General
Board to authorize solar interconnection agreement and ratify July spending
The Muscatine Board of Water, Electric, and Communications Trustees will hold a public hearing on a transmission rate update, then consider routine motions including approving minutes, ratifying July expenditures, and receiving monthly utility reports. The most substantive action is a recommendation to authorize the General Manager to execute the Generator Interconnection Agreement for Muscatine Solar 1, along with a resolution recognizing a retiring employee and a request to designate Public Power Week.
- Public hearing on MISO Attachment O transmission rate update
- Ratify payment of July expenditures and transactions
- Authorize General Manager to execute Generator Interconnection Agreement for Muscatine Solar 1
- Resolution recognizing Mark Roberts for years of service
- Request to designate October 4-10, 2026 as Public Power Week
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✓ Decided: MPW board authorizes 24 MW Muscatine Solar 1 interconnection agreement
The Board of Water, Electric, and Communications Trustees of Muscatine approved several items at its August 25, 2026 meeting. Trustees authorized the General Manager to finalize negotiations with MISO and execute the Generator Interconnection Agreement for Muscatine Solar 1, a 24 MW solar facility. The board also ratified July 2026 utility payments totaling $10,926,919.68 and approved a construction project summary for Unit 9 effluent compliance. Earlier, a public hearing on the MISO Attachment O transmission rate update drew no written or oral comments.
- Authorized General Manager to execute Generator Interconnection Agreement for Muscatine Solar 1 (all aye)
- Ratified July 2026 payments: $9,270,298.41 electric, $657,588.77 water, $999,032.51 communications; total $10,926,919.68 (all aye)
- Approved Project Summary Form for Unit 9 Effluent FGD/BATW Zero Liquid Discharge Project (all aye)
- Adopted Resolution 26-18 recognizing Mark Roberts for six years of service (roll call 5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 26-19 designating October 4-10, 2026 as Public Power Week (roll call 5-0)
- Approved July 28, 2026 regular board meeting minutes (all aye)
- Received and placed on file August 2026 Utility Reports (all aye)
- Public hearing on MISO Attachment O transmission rate update: no comments received
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MPW’s Mission:
To provide best-in-class utilities through exceptional local service
empowering Muscatine’s residents and businesses to thrive
AGENDA
BOARD OF WATER, ELECTRIC,
AND COMMUNICATIONS TRUSTEES
AUGUST 25, 2026
PUBLIC HEARING – 3:58 p.m.
MISO Attachment O Annual Meeting – Transmission Rate Update
REGULAR MEETING – 4:00 p.m.
NO ACTION
1. Public Comment
MOTION
2. Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings
MOTION
3. Ratify Payment of July Expenditures and Transactions
MOTION
4. Recommendation to Authorize the General Manager to Execute the Generator
Interconnection Agreement (GIA) for Muscatine Solar 1
RESOLUTION
5. Recommendation to Approve a Resolution Recognizing Mark Roberts for His
Years of Service at Muscatine Power and Water
MOTION
6. Recommendation to Approve Project Summary Form for Unit 9 Effluent
FGD/BATW Zero Liquid Discharge Project
RESOLUTION
7. Recommendation to Request that the Mayor and City Council Designate
October 4-10, 2026 as Public Power Week
ONE
MOTION
FOR ALL
ITEMS
8. Recommendation to Receive and Place on File the July 2026 Utility Reports
A. General Manager’s Report
B. July Financial Operating Statements & Balance Sheets for Electric, Water,
& Communications Utilities
C. Competitive Quotes for Public Improvements Report
D. Project Status Report and Variance Analysis
E. Departmental Reports
•
Public Comment on Departmental Report Topics
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PUBLIC HEARING OF THE
BOARD OF WATER, ELECTRIC, AND COMMUNICATIONS
TRUSTEES OF THE CITY OF MUSCATINE, IOWA
AUGUST 25, 2026 – 3:58 P.M.
The Board of Trustees conducted a public hearing in Muscatine Power and Water’s
Administration/Operations Building, 3205 Cedar Street, Muscatine, Iowa, on Tuesday,
August 25, 2026 at 3:58 p.m.
Chairperson Keith Porter called the meeting to order. Members of the Board were present as
follows: Trustees Tammi Drawbaugh, Kevin Fields, Kelly McGriff and Shawn Schrader.
Also present were Gage Huston, General Manager of Muscatine Power and Water; Kelly Miller,
Board Secretary; Erika Cox, Brandy Olson, Mark Roberts, Jim Odean, and Greg Slonka of
Muscatine Power and Water. Additional guests attending the meeting included Mark Yerington
and Chad Said.
The purpose of the public hearing was to receive any comments regarding the MISO
Attachment O Annual Meeting – Transmission Rate Update.
Ms. Miller, Board Secretary, opened the public hearing at 3:58 p.m. to receive any
customers’ comments regarding the MISO Attachment O Annual Meeting – Transmission
Rate Update.
Ms. Miller stated the public hearing notice was published as required by the Code of Iowa
and no written or oral comments were received regarding the MISO Attachment O Annual
Meeting – Transmission Rate Update.
Mr. Streck provided a presentation to review the MISO Attachment O process and MPW’s
latest Attachment O submittal.
At 4:03 p.m., Ms. Miller closed the public heari …
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 17:00
General
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 17:15
General
Historic Preservation Commission to review permits, add member
The Muscatine Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve March minutes, review building permits issued from April through July, and consider a new commission member. The agenda is routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- 101 W Mississippi – remodel half of 1st floor to apartment (April)
- 213 W 3rd St – remove unpermitted additions, replace roof, update utilities (April)
- 201 E 2nd St – demolition (June)
- 117 W 2nd St – replace signage (July)
- 300 E 2nd St – rebrand bank signage (July)
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✓ Decided: Muscatine Historic Preservation Commission approves March minutes, reviews permits
The Muscatine Historic Preservation Commission approved the draft minutes from its March 23 meeting and reviewed a list of issued permits from April through July. The commission welcomed new member Tiffany McConnaha and heard updates on a guided walking tour, the Paul Bruhn grant, and project guidelines. No permits, projects, or ordinances were voted on or decided; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.
- Approved draft minutes from March 23 meeting (motion by Chris, seconded by Jim; passed)
- Welcomed new commissioner Tiffany McConnaha (no vote recorded)
- Reviewed issued permits for April–July; no action taken
- Heard update that guided walking tour drew about 30 people
- Received staff overview of Paul Bruhn grant and project status
- Heard overview of HPC project guidelines and process
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City of Muscatine
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Monday, August 24, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission meetings are held on the 4th Monday of each month at
5:15 at Musser Public Library, Conference Room 104.
August 24, 2026,5:15 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. March minutes
3.
REVIEW LIST OF ISSUED PERMITS
A.
• April
o 101 W Mississippi – remodel ½ of 1st floor to
apartment
o 101 W Mississippi – plumbing
o 213 W 3rd St – Remove unpermitted additions,
replace roof and update all utilities
• May
o 408 E 2nd – Repair roof
• June
o 201 E 2nd St – demolition
• July
o 117 W 2nd St – replace signage
o 300 E 2nd St – rebrand bank – signage
o 218 W 2nd St – adding bathroom and utility room on
1st floor
4.
NEW BUSINESS
A. New Commission Member
5.
OTHER BUSINESS
6.
ADJOURNMENT
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MUSCATINE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
August 24, 2026
Minutes
1. Call to Order/Roll Call
Meeting called to order at 5:15 p.m.
Members present: Patricia Carver Chris Post, Jim Hetzler, Tiffany McConnaha
Members absent: Nathan Snead
Staff present: April Limburg
Others present: Chris Hetzler
Consent Agenda
Approval of the minutes from March 23 – Chris made a motion to approve the draft minutes.
Jim seconded; motion passed.
2. Comments from Citizens – Nothing at this time
3. Review List of Issued Permits –
•
April
o 101 W Mississippi – remodel ½ of 1st floor to apartment
o 101 W Mississippi – plumbing
o 213 W 3rd St – Remove unpermitted additions and replace roof and
update all utilities
• May
o 408 E 2nd – Repair roof
• June
o 201 E 2nd St – demolition
• July
o 117 W 2nd St – replace signage
o 300 E 2nd St – rebrand bank – signage
o 218 W 2nd St – adding bathroom and utility room on 1st floor
4. New Business
a. Welcome of Tiffany McConnaha – The Commission members introduced themselves
5. Update from Subcommittees
a. Nothing at this time.
6. Other Business
a. Guided Walking Tour – Chris advised the Commission the walking tour went well with
about 30 people taking advantage of the walk.
b. Paul Bruhn – Staff gave an overview of the grant as well as an update on where the
projects are in the process.
c. HPC Project- Guidelines – Chris gave an overview of the guidelines, reasoning behind
them, the process and procedures moving …
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 16:30
General
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 12:00
General
Art Center board to approve bills, credit card, hear committee reports
The Art Center Board of Directors is meeting to handle routine business, including approval of bills and credit card charges, and to receive committee reports. Reports cover the Iowa Arts Council grant, a needed air conditioning repair, ongoing window repair quotes, and personnel changes. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Approval of bills
- Credit card approval
- Air conditioning unit repair in mansion
- Window repair and painting quotes
- New Director has begun; Administrative Specialist retirement December/January
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✓ Decided: Muscatine Art Center Board approves bills and July minutes
The Muscatine Art Center Board of Trustees met on August 18, 2026, approving the July 21 minutes and bills totaling $1,245.01 by voice vote. The board also heard reports on long-range planning, finance, building repairs, and upcoming community events.
- Approved minutes of the July 21, 2026 regular meeting by voice vote
- Approved bills totaling $1,245.01 by voice vote
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City of Muscatine
ART CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
The Art Center Board of Directors meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 12:00 p.m. at
the Art Center
August 18, 2026,12:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
VISITOR SPEAK
3.
* APPROVAL OF BILLS
4.
CREDIT CARD APPROVAL
5.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Finance & Budget:
Iowa Arts Council (CLP) report was turned in and the documentation for 2026-
2027 was signed
Collections:
Collections Management Policy
Building & Grounds:
Air conditioning unit in mansion is in need of repair and parts have been
ordered. Modern is scheduled to come in the last of August to take care of it.
Building and grounds is still getting quotes for window repair and painting
Personnel:
New Director has begun
Administrative Specialist retirement December/January
Code of Ethics and Collections Management Policy still needed from Post,
Lawson, and Meloy
Community Engagement:
Newsletter will come out end of September first of October
Heartfelt and Handmade Ornament Competition back this December 5th with
new additions
6.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
7.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
8.
NEW BUSINESS
9.
ADJOURNMENT
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Regular Meeting Muscatine Art Center Board of Trustees
Noon – Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Held at the Muscatine Art Center
Present: Mark Seaman, David Meloy, Kathleen Haltmeyer, Vince Lawson, Becky Schmertman, Diana Tank, Mark
Butterworth, Pat Carver, Mark Post
Staff: Kelly Lao
Visitors: Kristine Conlon
Visitor Speak: Kristine Conlon updated the Board on recent developments concerning Friends of the Muscatine
Art Center including electing a new treasurer, Kerry Dalbey, and updating their by-laws. She also shared that the
Muscatine Community Foundation was helping them use Venmo at events making it easier for people to make
payments to the Friends group. They are also planning various fund-raising events including Painting and Pairings
and the Heartfelt and Handmade Festival.
Minutes: Minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees held on July 21, 2026, were reviewed.
Moved/seconded (Mark Butterworth/Kathy Haltmeyer) to approve the minutes. Motion carried by voice vote.
Bills for Approval: Bills totaling $1,245.01 were reviewed. There were no credit card bills. Moved/seconded (Dave
Meloy/Diana Tank) to approve. Motion carried by voice vote.
Long-Range Planning: Mark Seaman and Kelly Lao reported on their meeting with representatives of the
Muscatine Community Foundation. The meeting served to introduce Kelly to the Community Foundation and
provide an overview of the Muscatine Art Center Support Foundation which controls funds supporting …
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to declare surplus land, borrow $8.3M for sewer work
The Muscatine City Council will hold a public hearing on declaring city-owned real estate as surplus and then vote on a resolution to sell those parcels via sealed bids. The council will also set public hearings for a $8.3 million sewer improvement loan and an urban renewal plan amendment, and approve several purchase orders for equipment and services.
- Public hearing on declaring city-owned real estate as surplus
- Resolution to sell surplus parcels via sealed bid process
- Resolution setting public hearing for $8,300,000 sewer improvement loan
- Purchase order to Henderson Products for $158,457.54 (dump body, plow, etc.)
- Purchase order to Iowa Prison Industries for $14,425.30 (street signs)
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✓ Decided: Council declares city-owned parcels surplus, authorizes sealed-bid sale
The City Council declared multiple city-owned real estate parcels as surplus and authorized their sale through a sealed bid process. The council also set public hearings for a sewer improvement loan and an urban renewal plan amendment, and approved several purchase orders for equipment and services. All votes were unanimous.
- Declared multiple city-owned real estate parcels surplus and authorized sealed-bid sale (all ayes)
- Set public hearing for Sept 1, 2026 on $8.3M sewer improvement loan (all ayes)
- Set public hearing for Sept 15, 2026 on Urban Renewal Plan Amendment (all ayes)
- Approved $158,457.54 purchase order to Henderson Products for dump body, plow, spreader (all ayes)
- Approved $57,486.27 purchase order to Ostrom Painting for traffic markings (all ayes)
- Approved surplus declaration and auction of items (all ayes)
- Approved $86,504.87 purchase order to Rexco Equipment for park maintenance vehicle (all ayes)
- Approved consent agenda including bills totaling $1,132,354.60 (all ayes)
215 Sycamore St, MUSCATINE
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City of Muscatine
CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Brad Bark, Mayor
Don Lampe, 1st Ward
Angie Lewis, At Large
Jeff Osborne, 2nd Ward
Matt Conard, At Large
Peggy Gordon, 3rd Ward
Matt Mardesen, City Administrator
Nadine Brockert, 4th Ward
Cinda Hilger, City Clerk
John Jindrich, 5th Ward
Brent Hinders, City Attorney
City Council meetings are held at 5:30 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. In-depth
sessions will be held as needed at 5:30 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. All meetings
are available for review on the City of Muscatine YouTube page.
August 18, 2026,5:30 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
INVOCATION- Ray Oehme, Vineyard Church
3.
ROLL CALL
4.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5.
FROM THE MAYOR
6.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AS PRESENTED AND/OR AS AMENDED
7.
COMMUNICATIONS - CITIZENS
8.
COUNCILMEMBER FOLLOW UP TO CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
9.
CONSENT AGENDA * (ITEMS 10-14)
The following items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council
Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda
and considered separately.
10.
* REVIEW AND POTENTIAL VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES
A. August 4, 2026, City Council meeting minutes
11.
* PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Alcohol License:
Pearl City Pool Hall, 218 Walnut Street (Ryan and Heather Holdi …
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City of Muscatine, City Council Minutes for Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
Mayor Bark called the City Council meeting for August 18, 2026, to order at 05:30 PM.
Ray Oehme – Vineyard Church gave the invocation.
Councilmembers Present: Brockert, Jindrich, Osborne, Gordon, Lewis, Lampe, Conard.
From the Mayor:
Mayor Bark called Chief Kies to the podium to address recent events in Muscatine.
Councilwoman Brockert had questions regarding the City contract with LS2.
City Administrator Mardesen stated that the contract had been terminated.
Approval of Agenda:
Councilmember Osborne requested to amend the agenda by removing the Trolley as an item in 16F to
be considered as surplus. Gordon/Lampe moved to approve the agenda as amended. All ayes, motion
passed.
Consent Agenda:
Gordon/Lewis, moved to approve the Consent Agenda to include: City Council Minutes (August 4, 2026),
Alcohol License (Pearl City Pool Hall, Brasero), Use of City Property (Next Gen Motors 5k),
Cigarette/Tobacco Permits (Muscatine County Jail), Receive and File (Nominating Committee meeting
minutes, Muscatine County Board of Supervisors meeting minutes, Muscatine County Tax Rates)
Purchase Orders (Iowa Prison Industries, Muscatine Lawn & Power) and bills totaling $1,132,354.60.
Public Hearing:
Public Hearing regarding the declaration of certain real estate owned by the City of Muscatine as
surplus. There were no written or oral comments regarding this public hearing.
Brockert/Conard, …
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 17:30
General
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
215 Sycamore Street, Muscatine
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 17:30
General
Zoning Board to hear Kraft-Heinz paving, duplex, carport, storage, garage variance cases
The Zoning Board of Adjustments will consider five applications: a conditional use for Kraft-Heinz to pave a parking area and install storm sewer in a floodplain at 1357 Isett Avenue; a conditional use for a two-story duplex at 116 E 4th St that lacks off-street parking; and three variance appeals for a carport setback at 123 Park Ave, a cargo container at 2103 University Dr, and a garage addition at 515 Adams. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Conditional Use No. ZBACU03-2026: Kraft-Heinz paving and storm sewer outfall to Geneva Creek within floodplain at 1357 Isett Avenue
- Conditional Use No. ZBACU04-2026: Thomas Hendricks seeks duplex at 116 E 4th St, currently office/residence, lacking required off-street parking
- Variance Appeal No. ZBAV05-2026: Daniel Gray requests carport 2 ft from alley right-of-way at 123 Park Ave, rear setback 25 ft required
- Variance Appeal No. ZBAV06-2026: Stan and Angie O’Brien seek to keep cargo container at 2103 University Dr in RL district where not permitted
- Variance Appeal No. ZBAV07-2026: Thomas Arnold requests 384 sq ft garage addition at 515 Adams, exceeding 1440 sq ft max by 124 sq ft
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City of Muscatine
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS
Thursday, August 6, 2026
The Zoning Board of Adjustments meets on the 1st Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in City
Hall Council Chambers.
August 6, 2026,5:30 PM
AGENDA
1. ROLL CALL
2. MISSION STATEMENT ZBA “The Zoning Board of Adjustments is a quasi-judicial board
appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Muscatine City Council. The Board’s
purpose is to interpret the Zoning Ordinance and to allow certain limited exceptions and
variances where special conditions and hardships exist. We are an independent
volunteer board of citizens and not part of the City Administration. There are five
members on the Board. State law requires three affirmative votes to approve any appeal
under consideration, no matter how many members are present. (If fewer than five
members are present, the appellant has the opportunity to have the appeal delayed
until the next meeting. This request must be made prior to Board deliberation of that
case.) As a Board of the City, we welcome all testimony. We make our decisions based
on the facts and evidence allowed under City Code, presented in open meeting. We ask
that if you wish to speak, please come to the podium and give your name and City
address.”
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. CONDITIONAL USE
A. 4. Conditional Use No. ZBACU03-2026 Kraft-Heinz, is proposing to pave an
existing semi-trailer parking area at its facility located at 1357 Isett Avenue. This
project …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $39.6M | STANLEY CONSULTANTS, INC. Department of Defense · PFAS EECA AND NTCRA TINKER AFB. |
| $21.3M | STANLEY CONSULTANTS, INC. Department of Defense · LAGRANGE NEW 1200' LOCK AE TASK ORDER |
| $19.0M | STANLEY CONSULTANTS, INC. Department of Defense · A-E SERVICES FOR THE DESIGN ASSOCIATED WITH FACILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR |
| $17.5M | STANLEY CONSULTANTS, INC. Department of Defense · USDA TASK ORDER 2.1, A-E DESIGN SERVICES. |
| $14.8M | ALLSTEEL LLC Department of State · FURNITURE |
| $12.9M | STANLEY CONSULTANTS, INC. Department of Defense · BRAZOS RIVER FLOOD GATES AE DESIGN |
| $10.3M | STANLEY CONSULTANTS, INC. Department of Defense · PACKAGE 2E-2 (BASE) 1 |
| $9.8M | STANLEY CONSULTANTS, INC. Department of Defense · TO 3A-1, DEVELOP A DESIGN BID BUILD (DBB) REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) P |
| $8.6M | STANLEY CONSULTANTS, INC. Department of Defense · ARCHITECT AND ENGINEER (A-E) SERVICES FOR KUWAIT NAVAL FORCE, RAS AL G |
| $7.9M | STANLEY CONSULTANTS, INC. Department of Defense · AE SERVICES LD22 FISH PASSAGE DESIGN |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Muscatine County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities3 (2021)
Adults with low literacy20.8% (low numeracy 29% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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Permitted housing units
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