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The Muscatine City Council will consider routine consent‑agenda items, including approval of July 7 and July 14 meeting minutes and several permits. It will vote on bills totaling $8,290,958.17 for March‑May 2026 and a purchase order for street repair at 315 Parham St. The council will also hold a public hearing on appeal requests for multiple downtown property owners and consider several resolutions and ordinance amendments presented by the City Administrator.

• Approve bills totaling $8,290,958.17 for March‑May 2026 (Item 14).
• Purchase order of $7,442.50 to Shelangoski Construction for street and ROW repair at 315 Parham St. (Item 13).
• Public hearing on appeal requests for downtown investors at 207‑229 E. 2nd Street (Item 15).
• Second reading of ordinance amending City Code Title 13, Chapter 6 on prohibited discharge standards (Item 16A).
• Resolution approving contract and bond for the 2026/2027 Hot Mix Asphalt Overlay Project (Item 16D).

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The Art Center Board of Directors meets for a routine monthly meeting with committee reports and approval of bills. Notable items include a report on the Ice Cream Social that drew 950 visitors and a pending Iowa Arts Council reimbursement.

• Approval of bills (amount not specified in agenda)
• Iowa Arts Council (CLP) reimbursement submitted, report due in August
• Review of Code of Ethics and Collections Management Policy
• Tree debris removal from Cedar Street drive completed
• Ice Cream Social on June 28 had about 950 visitors

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The Library Board of Trustees will review requests for staff travel and facility closures. The board is also conducting a review of the Board of Trustees Handbook.

• Estimated $1,522 for Jenny Howell and Becca Fillmore to attend the 2026 Iowa Library Association Conference
• Authorization for Library Director to set approximately two days of closure for roof installation
• Cancellation of the August 2026 monthly meeting
• Review of Chapter 1 of the Board of Trustees Handbook

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation from HDR Engineering Inc. on the Carver Corner development. The council will also hold public hearings on appeals for multiple properties along East 2nd Street. No final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and hearing session.

• Presentation by HDR Engineering on Carver Corner
• Public hearings on appeals for six properties at 207-229 E. 2nd Street, including those owned by Muscatine Downtown Investors, Matt McFadden, Samantha Kaufmann, Terry Mowl, K&R LLC, and James Sichterman

The City Council held evidentiary hearings regarding notices to vacate properties on the north side of the 200 block of East 2nd Street. No decisions were made during this meeting, as all matters will be brought back to the regular council meeting on July 21, 2026.

• Tabled building safety decisions until July 21, 2026

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The Art Center Board of Directors will hold its regular July 10 meeting. The agenda includes a personnel report on the Director position, routine items, and scheduling the next meeting for July 21, 2026. No substantive decisions or contracts are listed.

• Personnel report on Director position
• Schedule next board meeting for July 21, 2026 at Noon

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The Construction Appeal & Advisory Board will continue discussing and possibly taking action on deleting or amending Section R302.13 Fire Protection of Floors from the city building code. Staff recommends against the amendment after reviewing input from other Iowa cities and evaluating an alternative intumescent paint product. The board previously tabled the matter to gather more information.

• Continued discussion and possible action on deleting/amending Section R302.13 (Fire Protection of Floors)
• Staff recommendation against the amendment, citing firefighter safety concerns
• Review of FlameOFF Fire Barrier intumescent paint as an alternative compliance method
• Staff contacted Iowa City, Bettendorf, Cedar Rapids, and North Liberty about their deletion of the section

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The City Council will hold a public hearing on amendments to city code regarding prohibited discharge standards, followed by a first reading of the ordinance. The council will also vote on several contracts and purchases, including a $928,765 hot mix asphalt overlay project, $205,000 for three police vehicles, a $299,270 refuse truck, and a $114,112 library roof replacement. The consent agenda includes routine items such as permits, road closures, and a property tax abatement.

• Public hearing on Title 13, Chapter 6 code amendments for prohibited discharge standards
• Resolution to award $928,765.50 hot mix asphalt overlay contract to Manatts, Inc.
• Request to approve $205,000 for three 2026 Ford Interceptor police vehicles
• Request to approve $299,270 for a 2025 automated refuse truck from Elliott Equipment
• Contract with Heinz North America for ninth extension of wastewater services and rates

The City Council approved several high-value contracts for road work, police vehicles, and building repairs. The council also authorized a settlement payment and demolition plans for East 2nd Street.

• Approved first reading of ordinance regarding Prohibited Discharge Standards
• Approved $2,745.05 retainage release for City Parking Lot #7 Restoration Project
• Awarded $928,765.50 contract for 2026/2027 Hot Mix Asphalt Overlay to Manatts, Inc.
• Awarded $57,872.00 contract for Clark House Fire Alarm System replacement to Crawford Company
• Approved $35,127.27 purchase order for Deep-Tine Aerator for Muscatine Soccer Complex
• Approved $205,000.00 purchase order for three 2026 Ford Interceptor police vehicles from Stiver's Ford
• Approved contract with Heinz North America for Ninth Extension to Wastewater Services and Rates
• Approved $114,112.90 purchase order for Library Roof replacement to Top Choice Construction and Roofing

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The Board of Water, Electric, and Communications Trustees will consider a resolution to award a contract for the 2026 Administrative Office remodel project. They will also review and possibly adopt revised customer service rules for the utilities. Additional items include receiving utility reports and recognizing a long‑serving board trustee.

• Resolution 4: Recommendation to award contract for the 2026 Administrative Office remodel project
• Motion 5: Recommendation to approve revised/updated Customer Service Rules for water, electric, and communications utilities
• Resolution 9: Recognition of Susan Eversmeyer for years of service as board trustee
• Motion 10: Receive and file May 2026 utility reports, financial statements, and project status reports
• Motion 11: Close meeting to public to review communications utility business strategy

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The Muscatine City Council will consider approving a bill of $5,724.87 to MCSA during this special meeting. The cost will be reimbursed through the Community Development Block Grant - CV (CDBG-CV) grant. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Consideration of $5,724.87 bill to MCSA, reimbursed via CDBG-CV grant

The City Council approved a bill totaling $5,724.87 to be paid to MCSA. This amount will be reimbursed to the City through the CDBG-CV Grant.

• Approved $5,724.87 payment to MCSA (6-0)

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The council will hold a public hearing on a rooftop lease with New Cingular Wireless for communications equipment on the Clark House. The agenda also includes approval of a purchase order for a new ambulance at $320,913, easements for West Hill Sewer Separation Phase 6E, and multiple alcohol license requests. A closed session is planned to discuss litigation strategy.

• Public hearing on rooftop lease with New Cingular Wireless for Clark House
• Purchase order for new ambulance at $320,913 from Feld Fire
• Easements for West Hill Sewer Separation Phase 6E at $26,393.10
• Three-year agreement for environmental services at landfill (SCS Engineers)
• Multiple new and renewal alcohol licenses (Grips Bar and Grill, El Mariachi III, Padi Bar, etc.)

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The Airport Advisory Commission will review project closeouts for lighting and taxilane, a grant for an SRE building, and tree removal. They will also discuss expanding a taxilane to accommodate a Kent jet and committee member numbers. A new commission member is pending council approval on June 23.

• Lighting project closeout
• Taxilane project closeout
• Grant for SRE building
• Tree removal
• Discussion of taxilane expansion for Kent jet

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This is a special meeting of the Muscatine City Council with a single agenda item: a request to enter closed session to discuss strategy with counsel in pending litigation and attorney-client privileged matters. Possible action may follow in open session.

• Request to enter closed session per Iowa Code Section 21.5.1.c and 622.10

The City Council held a special meeting to discuss strategy regarding litigation or imminent litigation with legal counsel. No substantive actions or decisions were taken in the open session following the discussion.

• Entered closed session for legal strategy discussion

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The Library Board of Trustees will consider approving the FY27 slate of officers (President Tony Loconsole, Vice President Steve Truitt, Secretary Kraig Reed) and multi-year contracts with three Illinois townships for library services, totaling $11,213.14. The board will also ratify bills for payment and receive reports.

• Nominate and vote on FY27 officers: President Tony Loconsole, Vice President Steve Truitt, Secretary Kraig Reed
• Request to approve annual Illinois Township contracts: Drury $4,868.50, Buffalo Prairie $3,651.37, New Boston $2,693.27
• Ratify bills for payment
• Board training to start Chapter 1 in July for new members

The Library Board ratified May and June 2026 payment bills and approved the FY27 Board officer slate. It also approved the annual Illinois Township contracts for Drury, Buffalo Prairie and New Boston libraries, each with a 3% increase. All motions passed unanimously.

• Agenda approved as submitted (all ayes)
• Minutes approved as submitted (all ayes)
• Bills for May 20 and June 10, 2026 ratified (all ayes)
• FY27 Board officers approved: President Tony Loconsole, Vice President Steve Truitt, Secretary Kraig Reed (all ayes)
• Annual Illinois Township contracts approved: Drury $4,868.50, Buffalo Prairie $3,651.37, New Boston $2,693.27 (all ayes)

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The Art Center Board of Directors will meet to review committee reports and approve bills. Discussions include the selection process for the Director's position and updates on current exhibitions.

• Approval of bills (dollar amount not specified)
• Director's position selection process and interview dates
• Tree removal from Cedar Street drive
• Exhibitions including James Walker Henry and Rich Ankeney
• Sister Cities 40th exhibition opening June 20

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City Council

The Muscatine City Council will approve bills totaling $8.6 million and appoint members to various boards and commissions. The agenda includes a public hearing on an asphalt overlay project and several contracts.

• Approval of bills totaling $8,602,962.49
• Appointment of members to Art Center, Water, Electric, and Communication Boards
• Public hearing on 2026/2027 Hot Mix Asphalt Overlay Project
• Approval of a $655,000 purchase order for a Doppstadt shredder
• Approval of a $30,000 agreement for Housing Stabilization Services

The Council approved several resolutions including the 2026/2027 Hot Mix Asphalt Overlay Project and a new non-union pay plan. Additional approvals included landfill construction plans, social service agreements, and municipal equipment purchases.

• Approved board and commission appointments effective July 1, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved the June 9 meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved 2026/2027 Hot Mix Asphalt Overlay Project plans and specifications (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance for monthly refuse collection fees effective July 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Accepted work on Vehicle Wash Bay and authorized $63,238.59 payment to Bill Bruce Builders Inc (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Clark House rooftop lease agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Non-Union Pay Plan effective July 1, 2026 (6-1)
• Approved $655,000.00 purchase of a shredder for the Transfer Station (unanimous)

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The Board of Water, Electric, and Communications Trustees will ratify payments for April expenditures and receive April utility reports. The board will also review updated customer service rules and a natural gas procurement policy.

• Ratify payment of April expenditures
• Review updated customer service rules
• Review natural gas procurement policy
• Receive April 2026 utility reports
• Close meeting to public for strategy review

The trustees approved the April public hearing minutes and the regular board meeting minutes. They ratified payments totaling $15,366,269.17 for the electric, water, and communications utilities. The board also approved a new Natural Gas Procurement and Hedging Policy for the EcoGen 10 unit. The meeting was then closed to discuss communications utility strategy before reconvening.

• Approved April public hearing minutes (unanimous)
• Approved regular board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Ratified utility payments totaling $15,366,269.17 (unanimous)
• Approved Natural Gas Procurement and Hedging Policy (unanimous)
• Filed April 2026 Utility Reports (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session to discuss communications utility strategy (unanimous)

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City Council

The Muscatine City Council will consider a voluntary annexation of about 153.5 acres near Mittman Road and the U.S. 61 Bypass. A related ordinance would re‑zone the annexed land as an M‑2 General Industrial district. The council will also vote on Amendment #2 to the FY 2025/2026 budget and several contracts, including a $7,551,804.80 bond for the West Hill Sewer Separation Phase 6E project.

• Annexation of ~153.5 acres near Mittman Road and U.S. 61 Bypass
• Ordinance to designate the annexed land as M‑2 General Industrial zoning
• Amendment #2 to the FY 2025/2026 City Budget
• Resolution approving $7,551,804.80 contract and bond with Heuer Construction for West Hill Sewer Separation Phase 6E
• Resolution approving $91,595.30 contract with Heuer Construction for City Parking Lot #7 restoration

The council adopted a resolution to voluntarily annex approximately 153.5 acres near the southwest corner of Mittman Road and the US‑61 Bypass. It also approved the related zoning change to designate the area as an M‑2 General Industrial District. Both actions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Adopted resolution to annex 153.5 acres near Mittman Road and US‑61 Bypass (7‑0)
• Adopted ordinance amending zoning to create M‑2 General Industrial District on the annexed land (7‑0)
• Approved contract and bond with Heuer Construction Inc. for West Hill Sewer Separation Phase 6E ($7,551,804.80) (7‑0)
• Approved contract and bond with Heuer Construction Inc. for City Parking Lot #7 Restoration ($91,595.30) (7‑0)
• Approved traffic safety grant for Houser and Fulliam Mini Roundabout ($314,956.00) (7‑0)
• Approved contract to Lansing Brothers Construction for demolition at 201 E 2nd St ($155,450) (7‑0)
• Approved purchase order for used Kubota skid loader for Solid Waste Division ($55,800.00) (7‑0)
• Approved professional services agreement for naming rights with Sportsman Solutions (7‑0)

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The Art Center Board will vote on approval of pending bills, though the total amount is not listed. It will also approve the use of a credit card. Committee reports will be presented covering long‑range planning, the 2026‑2027 budget, collections, building and grounds, personnel matters, and community engagement. The meeting will conclude with the director's report and any unfinished or new business.

• Approval of bills (total amount not specified)
• Credit card approval
• Finance & Budget committee report on 2026‑2027 budget
• Personnel updates: director vacancy, staff evaluations
• Community Engagement updates: exhibitions and events

The trustees approved the corrected minutes from the April 21 meeting. They authorized payment of bills totaling $2,847.15. The Collections committee approved the deaccessioning of about 100 low‑value prints. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved corrected April 21 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved bills totaling $2,847.15 (motion carried)
• Approved deaccessioning of ~100 collection items (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

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The Nominating Committee will review applications and recommend new members for several boards, including the Art Center, MPW, Parks and Recreation, Planning and Zoning, and the Zoning Board of Adjustments. Existing members on various boards will be considered for reappointment. Positions with no applicants will be noted as open.

• Reappointment of Diana Tank and Kathleen Haltmeyer to the Art Center Board
• Review and recommendation of one new member for the MPW Board
• Selection of one new member for the Planning and Zoning Board (two seats total)
• Selection of one new member for the Zoning Board of Adjustments
• Open positions with no applications for Historic Preservation, Library Board, Administrative Review Board, and Airport Advisory Commission

The Nominating Committee approved the reappointment of Kathleen Haltmeyer and Diana Tank to the Art Center Board, and reappointed Brandy Olson to the Civil Service Commission, Delmar Kuhlers and Sarah Hoag to the Parks and Recreation Commission, and Jesse Garcia to the Public Art Commission. New appointments were approved for Pat Carver to the Art Center Board, Shawn Schrader to the MPW Board, Greg Harper to the Parks and Recreation Commission, and Adam Arnett and Kristen Baker to the Planning and Zoning Committee. All motions passed with unanimous support. An appointment to the Zoning Board of Adjustment failed because no motion was made.

• Reappointed Kathleen Haltmeyer and Diana Tank to Art Center Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Pat Carver to Art Center Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Shawn Schrader to MPW Board (unanimous)
• Reappointed Brandy Olson to Civil Service Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed Delmar Kuhlers and Sarah Hoag to Parks and Recreation Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Greg Harper to Parks and Recreation Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Adam Arnett and Kristen Baker to Planning and Zoning Committee (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jesse Garcia to Public Art Commission (unanimous)

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The Muscatine Library Board of Trustees will consider approving the FY27 Budget Planning Document and a letter of support to the Carver Charitable Trust for the Patio Project fundraising. The board will also nominate officers for the upcoming year and receive updates on Summer Reading 2026.

• Request to approve FY27 Budget Planning Document
• Request to approve Letter of Support to the Carver Charitable Trust for the Formal Patio Project Fundraising Phase
• Nomination of FY27 Library Board of Trustees Slate of Officers for June 2026 approval
• Summer Reading 2026 update by Emerson Taylor

The Library Board ratified the April 22 and May 6, 2026 bills. It then approved the FY27 Budget Planning Document, which includes service cuts such as closing on Sundays and reducing staff hours, effective July 1, 2026. The board also approved the slate of FY27 trustees and a letter of support to the Carver Charitable Trust for the patio fundraising phase. All motions passed unanimously.

• Ratified library bills for April 22 and May 6, 2026 (All ayes)
• Approved FY27 Budget Planning Document with service reductions (All ayes)
• Approved FY27 Library Board officers slate (All ayes)
• Approved letter of support to Carver Charitable Trust for patio project (All ayes)
• Approved meeting agenda (All ayes)
• Approved minutes as amended (All ayes)
• Adopted motion to adjourn the meeting (All ayes)

City Council

This is an in-depth (discussion-only) meeting. The council will receive three presentations: on the MUSCO Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district, on recent Iowa legislative changes affecting municipalities and businesses from the Iowa Chamber Alliance, and a public works project overview. No votes are scheduled.

• Presentation on MUSCO TIF
• Presentation by Dustin Miller (Iowa Chamber Alliance) on recent legislative changes
• Public Works Project Overview

The council reached consensus to move forward with preparing a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement for MUSCO's proposed expansion. The council also agreed to pursue a grant application for a snow‑removal equipment storage building at the Muscatine Municipal Airport. The meeting was adjourned at 6:20 p.m.

• Consensus to prepare a TIF agreement for MUSCO expansion
• Consensus to apply for a grant for a snow‑removal equipment storage building at Muscatine Municipal Airport
• Motion to adjourn the meeting adopted

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The Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing on a conditional use request to operate a used car lot with showroom, maintenance, and detailing at 807 Grandview Ave. The board will also hear a variance appeal by Lisa Lewis to build a 200-foot shed at 110 E 8th St that does not meet required rear setbacks in the R-4 district. Both items are up for decision at this meeting.

• Conditional use request for a used car lot and auto services at 807 Grandview Ave (Case ZBACU02-2026)
• Variance appeal by Lisa Lewis to construct a 200 ft shed at 110 E 8th St, seeking relief from 25-ft rear setback requirement (Case ZBAV02-2026)

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The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will meet to discuss a concept plan for riverfront swings. The body will also receive updates on several ongoing infrastructure and facility projects.

• Riverfront swing(s) concept plan discussion
• Illuminate Muscatine request at Kent Stein Park
• Riverview Center project update
• Riverfront fountain project update
• Golf course irrigation project update

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a $7.55 million contract to Heuer Construction for the West Hill Sewer Separation Phase 6E, along with a $91,595 parking lot restoration and a $13,980 demolition at 700 Juniper Street. Public hearings are set on the Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency's FY2026 Annual Plan and an ordinance making the first weed/vegetation violation a municipal infraction. The consent agenda includes bills totaling $9,261,297.63, alcohol license renewals, and tobacco permits.

• Award contract for West Hill Sewer Separation Phase 6E to Heuer Construction, $7,551,804.80
• Public hearing and resolution on Housing Agency FY2026 Annual Plan
• First reading of ordinance establishing refuse collection monthly fees effective July 1, 2026
• Third reading of ordinance regulating electric bikes and mobility devices
• Resolution authorizing $91,595.30 for City Parking Lot #7 restoration

The council approved the agenda and a package of bills totaling $9,261,297.63. It adopted several ordinances, including regulations for electric bikes and a municipal infraction for weed management, and awarded a $7,551,804.80 contract for the West Hill Sewer Separation Phase 6E. The council also authorized a loan agreement for General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds (Series 2026A) and approved related contracts.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $9,261,297.63 (5-0)
• Closed public hearing on Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency FY2026 plan (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance regulating electric bikes and other electric mobility devices (5-0)
• Awarded $7,551,804.80 contract to Heuer Construction for West Hill Sewer Separation Phase 6E (5-0)
• Authorized loan agreement for General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds Series 2026A (5-0)
• Adopted first reading of ordinance creating a municipal infraction for weed and vegetation violations (5-0)
• Approved $91,595.30 contract to Heuer Construction for City Parking Lot #7 restoration (5-0)

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The Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to receive updates on lighting, SRE, and hangar taxi lanes. The body will also discuss the Muscatine Louisa Drainage District (13) project and hangar repairs for Mott and Kent Corp.

• Muscatine Louisa Drainage District (13) project
• Mott hangar repairs
• Kent Corp. Hangar Update
• Ordinance review of member code
• Project updates on lighting, SRE, and hangar taxi lane

The commission voted all ayes to support the Muscatine Louisa Drainage District’s proposed sediment basin near Whiskey Hollow. The board agreed to table a grant application for an SRE storage building while seeking additional input on the local match amount. The meeting was adjourned.

• Supported sediment basin project (all ayes)
• Tabled grant application for SRE storage building
• Adjourned meeting

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The Board of Water, Electric, and Communications Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding debt for lead service line replacements. The board will also discuss the 2026 Administrative Office Remodel and the 2025 utility audit.

• Public hearing on Water Utility State Revolving Fund Debt for lead service line replacements
• Recommendation to approve a revised project summary for the 2026 Administrative Office Remodel
• Recommendation to set bid dates and a public hearing for the 2026 Administrative Office Remodel
• Recommendation to place the 2025 Audit for Electric, Water and Communications Utilities on file
• Recommendation to engage Eide Bailly LLP for the 2026 Audit

The Board approved a revised Project Summary Form for the 2026 Administrative Office remodel costing $474,000. It ratified utility payments totaling $21,275,676.84 and continued the audit contract with Eide Bailly LLP. Resolution 26-11 was adopted, tentatively approving the remodel project and establishing May 28, 2026 for bid receipt and June 30, 2026 for a public hearing. All motions passed with unanimous aye votes.

• Approved revised Project Summary Form for 2026 Administrative Office Remodel ($474,000) – aye vote
• Ratified utility payments: $19,155,234.76 Electric, $583,405.22 Water, $1,537,036.86 Communications (total $21,275,676.84) – aye vote
• Received and filed the 2025 MPW Audit – aye vote
• Continued engagement of Eide Bailly LLP for 2026 audit – aye vote
• Adopted Resolution 26-11 tentatively approving Administrative Office Remodel and setting bid receipt date May 28, 2026 – aye vote
• Set public hearing date June 30, 2026 for remodel plans – aye vote
• Approved March 2026 Utility Reports – aye vote
• Approved March 31, 2026 Board meeting minutes – aye vote

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The Art Center Board of Directors is meeting to consider routine approvals of bills and credit card charges, but the majority of the agenda consists of committee reports. Discussions will cover the 2026-2027 budget, grant obligations including the Carver Trust, and upcoming exhibitions and programs such as the Civil War exhibit, Frank Kelly presentation, Paintings & Pairings, and Ice Cream Social. Personnel matters include the director search, staff evaluations, and hiring of summer interns. Building and grounds items include garden mulch, water feature repairs, and updates on 1402 Mulberry.

• Approval of bills (dollar amount not yet listed)
• Discussion of 2026-2027 budget with city leadership
• Carver Trust grant update and other grant obligations
• Upcoming exhibitions: Civil War exhibit, Frank Kelly presentation, Paintings & Pairings, Ice Cream Social
• Hiring of Collections Intern and Education Intern for June–August

The trustees approved the minutes of the March 17, April 2, April 6 and April 9 meetings. They also approved bills totaling $3,122.15. A motion was carried directing Mark Seaman to provide city officials a summary of Support Foundation funds that benefit the Art Center. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 17, 2026 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved April 2, 2026 special meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved April 6, 2026 special meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved April 9, 2026 special meeting minutes, as amended (motion carried)
• Approved bills totaling $3,122.15 (motion carried)
• Directed Mark Seaman to give city council a summary of Support Foundation funds (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the transfer of 910 E. 2nd Street to Lumber Lofts, LLC, and on the proposed FY 2026/2027 budget and a budget amendment. The council will then vote on resolutions for those items, as well as on second readings of ordinances for electric mobility devices and a zoning change for 153.5 acres near Mittman Road. Other actions include approving purchase orders and contracts, including $98,700 for houseboat dock repairs and $99,999.99 for golf course irrigation upgrades.

• Public hearing and resolution to transfer 910 E. 2nd Street to Lumber Lofts, LLC
• Public hearings and resolutions amending FY 2025/2026 budget and adopting FY 2026/2027 budget
• Second reading of ordinance to rezone 153.5 acres near Mittman Road and US 61 Bypass to M-2 General Industrial
• Second reading of ordinance regulating electric bikes and other electric mobility devices
• Contract approval for G & H Marine ($98,700) for houseboat dock repair and Site One Landscape Supply ($99,999.99) for golf course irrigation

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The Muscatine Library Board of Trustees will review and discuss the Fiscal Year 2026/2027 budget planning document, which will be voted on at the May 13 meeting. The board will also consider rescheduling that meeting to May 13, 2026. Other items include approval of minutes, bills for payment, and routine reports.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget Planning Document for a future vote
• Request to change the May 2026 meeting to May 13, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.
• Ratification of bills for payment
• Director's report and Friends' report

The Library Board approved the agenda and minutes as presented, ratified April 8 bills, and voted to change the May 2026 Board meeting date to May 13, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. All motions carried with unanimous ayes.

• Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous ayes)
• Approved minutes of March 25, 2026 meeting (unanimous ayes)
• Ratified April 8, 2026 bills (unanimous ayes)
• Approved changing May 2026 meeting to May 13, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. (unanimous ayes)

City Council

The Muscatine City Council will hold discussion items on the Isett Avenue Corridor Project and a road use tax, both led by Kevin Coon. No formal decisions are indicated; the items are for council discussion. A closed‑session request will also be considered to address litigation strategy under Iowa Code §§21.5.1.c and 622.10.

• Isett Avenue Corridor Project – discussion led by Kevin Coon
• Road Use Tax Discussion – discussion led by Kevin Coon
• Closed‑session request to discuss litigation strategy per Iowa Code §§21.5.1.c and 622.10

The council approved a motion to enter closed session at 6:20 p.m. to discuss litigation strategy, with all members voting aye. A later motion to exit closed session at 6:50 p.m. also passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:52 p.m. after a motion carried with all ayes. Council members also gave consensus to follow the City Attorney’s recommendations.

• Enter closed session at 6:20 p.m. to discuss litigation (all ayes)
• Exit closed session at 6:50 p.m. (all ayes)
• Adjourn meeting at 6:52 p.m. (all ayes)
• Consensus to move forward with City Attorney recommendations (no formal vote recorded)

Boards and Commissions

The Art Center Board of Directors will meet to review proposed budget updates, discuss administrative consultant positions, and receive reports from various committees.

• Proposed 2026-27 Annual Budget Updates
• Administrative Consultant Position
• Long-Range Planning Committee reports
• Friends of the Muscatine Art Center report
• Finance & Budget Committee reports

The Board of Trustees voted unanimously to recommend that the President, Treasurer, and office coordinator be added as representatives to the funds supporting the Muscatine Art Center at the Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine. They also voted unanimously to allow financial information about MAC support funds to be shared with city officials upon request. Additional actions included agreeing to develop communication guidelines and noting interest in filling a vacant board seat.

• Approved recommendation to add President, Treasurer, and office coordinator as representatives to support funds (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved sharing of MAC financial status with city officials if requested (unanimous voice vote)
• Agreed to develop communication guidelines for consistent messaging (decision, no vote recorded)
• Noted interest from Pat Carver to fill vacant board seat (discussion, no vote)
• Reported MAC Director position posted on job sites (informational)

City Council

The Muscatine City Council will consider approving bills totaling $2,248,854.02. It will hold public hearings on electric‑bike regulations, zoning changes at 2021 Houser St., a voluntary annexation of about 153.5 acres near Mittman Road and US 61 Bypass, transit funding, a parking lot pavement project, and a sewer separation phase. Several resolutions, purchase orders and contract approvals are also on the agenda.

• Approve bills totaling $2,248,854.02 (Item 14)
• Public hearing on electric‑bike and mobility device regulations (Item 15A / 16A)
• Public hearing on proposed zoning change at 2021 Houser St., NE corner of Houser St. & Cedar Plaza Drive (Item 15B / 16B)
• Public hearing on voluntary annexation of ~153.5 acres near southwest corner of Mittman Road and US 61 Bypass for M‑2 General Industrial zoning (Item 15C / 16C)
• Purchase order to D.J. Gongol & Associates for $8,596.79 for a leachate pump (Item 13A)

The council adopted a resolution to issue a purchase order to Crawford Company for $245,852 to replace the large rooftop heating and cooling unit at the Musser Public Library. It also upheld nuisance violations at 201 E 2nd Street and approved the first reading of ordinances regulating electric bikes and zoning changes. All motions passed with unanimous ayes unless noted.

• Approved purchase order to Crawford Company for $245,852 for library HVAC replacement (unanimous ayes)
• Uphold nuisance violations at 201 E 2nd Street (unanimous ayes)
• Approved first reading of electric‑bike regulations ordinance (unanimous ayes)
• Approved first reading of zoning amendment for 2021 Houser St. site (unanimous ayes)
• Approved first reading of zoning amendment for 153.5‑acre industrial district (6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstention)
• Adopted resolution to vacate and deed right‑of‑way at 301 West 11th St. (unanimous ayes)
• Approved contract with North Construction, not to exceed $24,999, for improvements at 714 Mulberry Ave. (unanimous ayes)
• Approved change order #1 for taxi lane construction at Muscatine municipal airport (unanimous ayes)

General

The Muscatine City Council will hold a public hearing to consider the proposed city property tax levy for fiscal year 2026‑2027. No decision is scheduled; the hearing allows residents to comment on the levy proposal. The meeting otherwise follows standard procedural items.

• Public hearing on proposed City of Muscatine property tax levy for FY 2026‑2027

The council voted to close the public hearing on the proposed property tax levy. The motion to close the hearing passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Closed public hearing on tax levy (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (Lampe motion passed)

General

The Muscatine Art Center Board of Directors will meet on April 6, 2026. The only new business item is a discussion on art center staffing. No decisions or other agenda items are listed.

• Discussion on Art Center Staffing

Mark Post moved to adjourn, Kathy Haltmeyer seconded, and the motion passed by voice vote. No other actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting ended with the adjournment.

• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

General

The Zoning Board of Adjustments will meet to review a variance appeal regarding a property in the R-3 Multi-Family Residential District. The board will determine if the proposed rebuild and garage relocation meet city setback requirements.

• Variance Appeal No. ZBAV01-2026: Request to demolish and rebuild a fire-damaged structure at 415 Jackson St
• Review of proposed garage and driveway relocation at 415 Jackson St
• Evaluation of side yard depth (6 feet) and front/rear setback (25 feet) requirements

General

The commission will discuss the city budget process and receive updates on several ongoing projects. Topics include rental arrangements for the Greenwood Cemetery chapel, the recent grand opening of the Musco Sports Center, and status reports for the Riverview Center and Riverfront Fountain projects.

• Discussion – city budget process
• Update – Greenwood Cemetery chapel building rentals
• Update – Musco Sports Center project (grand opening Jan 8, 2026)
• Update – Riverview Center project
• Update – Riverfront Fountain project

The commission approved the minutes from the January 7, 2026 regular meeting by unanimous vote. Staff gave updates on the city budget process, several park and recreation projects, and the opening of new facilities. No other actions or votes were taken.

• Approved Jan 7, 2026 meeting minutes (all ayes)

General

The Muscatine County Board of Water, Electric, and Communications Trustees will approve prior meeting minutes and February expenditures, receive reports on the employee pension plan and 2025 annual activities, and consider a Project Summary Form for Muscatine Solar 1 construction. A key item is a resolution to schedule a public hearing to authorize State Revolving Fund debt for Phase 1 of the lead service line replacements. Additional actions include a communications utility revenue adjustment effective May 1 2026 and a request to designate May 3‑9 2026 as Drinking Water Week.

• Resolution to set date for public hearing authorizing SRF debt for Lead Service Lines Replacement Phase 1
• Motion to approve Project Summary Form for Muscatine Solar 1 construction per Membership Interest Purchase Agreement
• Resolution to approve Communications Utility Revenue Adjustment effective May 1 2026
• Motion to ratify payment of February expenditures and transactions
• Motion to approve minutes of previous meetings

General

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss budget reconsiderations for MCSA and the Muscatine Art Center. The body will also hear from the Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency. Additionally, the council will consider several retail alcohol license requests and renewals.

• Budget reconsideration discussion for MCSA and Muscatine Art Center
• New Class B Retail Alcohol License request for Geneva Golf and Country Club at 3100 Bidwell Rd
• New Class C Retail Alcohol License request for The Pearl Martini Bar & Lounge at 101 Mississippi Dr
• Alcohol license renewals for The Crown Liquor & Smoke (714 Grandview Ave), Mexico Loco (710 Grandview Avenue), and Hong Kong Buffet (2406 Park Avenue)
• Presentation from Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency

The council approved the consent agenda, which included minutes and four liquor licenses, with a 7‑0 vote. Council members agreed to fund the Muscatine Community Services Agency with $30,000. The council also decided to remove $200,000 of funding for the Muscatine Art Center from the budget. The meeting was adjourned at 8:26 PM.

• Approved Consent Agenda (minutes and four liquor licenses) – 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved $30,000 funding for Muscatine Community Services Agency – consensus
• Removed $200,000 Art Center funding from the budget – consensus
• Adjourned meeting at 8:26 PM – motion moved by Lampe

General

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss a new AI usage policy and the designation of the Friends of the Musser Public Library as the official fundraising body for the Patio Project. The meeting also includes board training on evaluating the library director.

• Request to approve new AI Usage Policy
• Request to approve Friends of the Musser Public Library as official fundraising body for the Patio Project
• Board training on Iowa Library Trustees Handbook Chapter 10 regarding evaluating the Library Director

The Library Board of Trustees approved a new AI usage policy aimed at patron safety and staff liability, with the motion carried unanimously. The Board also approved the Friends of the Musser Public Library as the official fundraising body for the patio project, directing donations exclusively to that project; all ayes voted and one member abstained. Earlier motions to approve the agenda, approve the minutes, and ratify recent bills were also carried unanimously.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved minutes (all ayes)
• Ratified bills for Feb 18, Mar 4, and Mar 18 2026 (all ayes)
• Approved new AI usage policy (all ayes)
• Approved Friends as official fundraising body for patio project (all ayes, Dwyer abstained)

General

General

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and review a permit for an interior remodel. The body will also discuss the Preserve Iowa Summit, the Paul Bruhn Grant, and project guidelines.

• Interior remodel permit review for 413 E 2nd St
• Discussion of Preserve Iowa Summit (June 2-3)
• Paul Bruhn Grant discussion
• Walking Tour discussion
• HPC Project Guidelines discussion

General

The Muscatine Art Center Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and personnel matters. The agenda includes discussions on the Director's position and a board vacancy.

• Approval of bills and credit card expenses
• Financial overview including Carver Trust and Support Foundation budget
• Discussion of Director's position and board vacancy
• Review of Civil War Program and April-May-June newsletter

The Board of Trustees approved the amended minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting. They also approved bills totaling $2,577.51 as presented. The next board meeting was scheduled for March 17, 2026, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved amended minutes from Jan 20, 2026 (motion carried)
• Approved bills totaling $2,577.51 (motion carried)
• Scheduled next board meeting for March 17, 2026 at 12:00 PM
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

City Council

The Muscatine City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of bills totaling $10,260,316.81. Council members will also discuss several public‑hearing resolutions on housing, parking lot repairs, annexation, zoning changes, and sewer projects. Additional items include liquor‑license renewals, a purchase order for pavement crushing, and contracts for the Ignite Vitality: Mulberry Project.

• Approve bills totaling $10,260,316.81 (journal entries and receipts for Oct‑Dec 2025)
• Renew liquor licenses for Best Western Pearl City Inn, Loos Inc, The Creek, and Krave Bar & Grill
• Purchase order of $85,650.00 to Bushman Excavating for pavement crushing
• Contracts up to $24,999.00 and $24,970.00 with North Construction for Ignite Vitality projects at 703 and 511 East 7th Street
• Set public hearings on housing agency plan, City Hall parking lot, annexation, zoning, and sewer phase 6E

The council approved the Muscatine County Multi‑Jurisdiction Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. It also waived the third reading and deeded the undeveloped Fuller Street right‑of‑way to the adjoining property owner at 301 W. 11th Street. Contracts were approved for pavement crushing and for improvements at 703 East 7th Street and 511 East 7th Street under the Ignite Vitality: Mulberry Project. Several resolutions set public hearings for upcoming housing, parking, annexation, zoning, and sewer projects, and the council agreed to consider a $1 refuse‑collection rate increase in future budget work.

• Adopted Muscatine County Multi‑Jurisdiction Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (All ayes)
• Waived third reading and deeded Fuller Street right‑of‑way to 301 W. 11th St. owner (All ayes)
• Approved purchase order for pavement crushing by Bushman Excavating (All ayes)
• Approved contract with North Construction for 703 E. 7th St. improvements (All ayes)
• Approved contract with North Construction for 511 E. 7th St. improvements (All ayes)
• Set public hearing for May 5, 2026 on Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency FY 2026 plan (All ayes)
• Set public hearing for April 7, 2026 on City Hall Parking Lot Pavement Project (All ayes)
• Set public hearing for April 7, 2026 on voluntary annexation and zoning request near Mittman Rd. and US‑61 Bypass (All ayes)

General

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider three items: approval of minutes from the February 9, 2026 meeting, a rezoning request for 2021 Houser Street, and a request to voluntarily annex about 153.5 acres near the southwest corner of Mittman Road and the U.S. 61 Bypass into the M‑2 zoning district. The commission will discuss and make recommendations on these land‑use matters to the City Council.

• Approve minutes from the February 9, 2026 meeting
• Rezoning request for 2021 Houser Street
• Voluntary annexation of ~153.5 acres near Mittman Rd and US‑61 Bypass into M‑2 zoning district

The commission approved the February 9, 2026 minutes. It approved a rezoning request for 2021 Houser Street to change from R-5 Multi-Family Residence to C-1 Neighborhood and General Commercial. It also approved a voluntary annexation of about 153.5 acres near Mittman Road and the U.S. 61 Bypass, changing the zoning to M-2 General Industrial. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved February 9, 2026 minutes (all ayes)
• Approved rezoning of 2021 Houser St. property to C-1 (all ayes)
• Approved annexation of ~153.5 acres near Mittman Rd. with M-2 zoning (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Boards and Commissions

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes from November 2025 and discuss promotional testing for fire department positions, including a request to decertify a previous list due to unqualified candidates.

• Approve minutes from November 2025 meeting
• Discuss promotional testing for Maintenance Repairperson
• Discuss promotional testing for Fire Mechanic
• Request to decertify Equipment Operator I list from October 2025
• Approve Maintenance Repairperson and Athletic Facilities Specialist lists

The commission approved a request to test candidates for Maintenance Repairperson and Fire Mechanic. It voted to decertify the current Equipment Operator I list and require retesting. The commission also approved the list for the Maintenance Repairperson position. For a request to reopen the Fire Captain promotional list, the commission asked staff to obtain a legal opinion before proceeding.

• Approved testing for Maintenance Repairperson and Fire Mechanic (motion carried)
• Decertified Equipment Operator I list and required retesting (motion carried, all ayes)
• Approved list for Maintenance Repairperson (motion carried, all ayes)
• Requested legal opinion on reopening Fire Captain promotional list (no decision made)

City Council

The Muscatine City Council will hold an in-depth meeting on March 10, 2026. Council members will hear a presentation on the LEAP program from Allie Burkey, MPH. They will also discuss issues related to the local Housing Authority with Kylie Franklin. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation on LEAP Program by Allie Burkey, MPH
• Housing Authority discussion led by Kylie Franklin

The council listened to a presentation on the LEAP obesity‑prevention grant and a discussion on establishing a municipal housing authority. No decisions were made on either topic, and council members said further information and meetings are needed before any action. The meeting was adjourned at 06:33 PM.

• Meeting adjourned at 06:33 PM (motion moved by Councilmember Gordon and adopted)

General

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City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding General Purpose and Essential Purpose loan agreements, as well as the vacation of surplus property at 301 W. 11th Street. The body will also consider several purchase orders for city equipment and infrastructure projects.

• Public hearings on Essential Purpose and General Purpose Loan Agreements
• Public hearing on vacating surplus property at 301 W. 11th Street
• Purchase order of $165,000.00 for electrical work on the Carver Corner Roundabout Project
• Purchase order of $30,000.00 for the Muscatine CDF Relocation Project
• Contract of $11,850 for demolition of a structure at 539 Hagerman Drive

The council adopted a resolution to combine General Obligation loan agreements and levy taxes to fund Series 2026A corporate purpose bonds. It also amended City Code Appendix D to set a flat fee for roofing and siding permits (6‑1 vote). Additional actions included awarding a demolition contract to Sulzco, LLC and approving a change order for the West Hill Sewer Separation Project.

• Adopted resolution combining General Obligation loan agreements and tax levy for Series 2026A bonds (All ayes)
• Amended City Code Appendix D to set flat fee for roofing and siding permits (Ayes 6, Nays 1)
• Awarded demolition contract to Sulzco, LLC for $11,850 (All ayes)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for West Hill Sewer Separation Project Phase 6D, $89,180.80 (All ayes)
• Approved purchase order to Muscatine Power & Water, $30,000 for CDF Relocation Project (All ayes)
• Approved purchase order to Muscatine Power & Water, $165,000 for electrical work on Carver Corner Roundabout (All ayes)
• Transferred legal services from Hopkins & Huebner, P.C. to Hinders, Updegraff, and Franklin, P.L.C. effective March 1, 2026 (All ayes)
• Approved request to make East Side of Bond Street a no‑parking area between Evans Street and Taylor Park Trail Head (All ayes)

General

The City of Muscatine will hold a budget session on February 26, 2026, to discuss and reach consensus on various budget proposals and present the Proposed Budget for final review.

• Discussion and consensus on budget proposals
• Presentation of Proposed Budget for Final Review

The council reached consensus to keep downtown parking unchanged. It also agreed to move forward with preparing the 2026‑2027 budget, including the proposed $ .22 increase. Additionally, the council approved a one‑time $30,000 allocation for Muscatine Senior Resources for this year only.

• Maintain downtown parking status quo (consensus)
• Proceed with preparation of 2026‑2027 budget with proposed $ .22 increase (consensus)
• Approve one‑time $30,000 allocation for Muscatine Senior Resources (consensus)

General

The Board of Water, Electric, and Communications Trustees will consider several items, including a closed‑session review of confidential financial analysis for Muscatine Solar 1 and Solar 2. It will vote to authorize the General Manager to finalize negotiations and execute a Membership Interest Purchase Agreement for the Muscatine Solar 1 project. The board will also approve project summary forms for Muscatine Solar 2 and the U9 ELG Front‑End Engineering Design project, and adopt the annual MPW Reliability Plan submission to the Iowa Utilities Commission.

• Authorize General Manager to finalize and sign Membership Interest Purchase Agreement for Muscatine Solar 1
• Approve Project Summary Form for Muscatine Solar 2 development activities
• Approve revised Project Summary Form for U9 ELG Front‑End Engineering Design Project
• Approve annual submittal of MPW Reliability Plan to Iowa Utilities Commission
• Review confidential and competitive financial analysis for Muscatine Solar 1 and Solar 2 in closed session

The trustees approved the minutes from the Jan. 27 meeting and ratified utility payments totaling $9,082,212.86. They moved the session into closed session, then reconvened and authorized the General Manager to finalize negotiations and execute a Membership Interest Purchase Agreement for the Muscatine Solar 1 project. Additional approvals included the Solar 2 project summary ($3,414,600), the Unit 9 ELG design project ($1,034,400), and the annual electric reliability plan to be filed with the Iowa Utilities Commission.

• Approved Jan. 27, 2026 meeting minutes (all trustees aye)
• Ratified utility payments: $7,441,926.71 electric, $576,458.78 water, $1,063,827.36 communications (total $9,082,212.86) (all trustees aye)
• Moved into closed session to discuss Solar 1 and Solar 2 projects (all trustees aye)
• Authorized General Manager to finalize negotiations and execute MIPA for Muscatine Solar 1 project (all trustees aye)
• Approved Muscatine Solar 2 project summary form, cost $3,414,600 (all trustees aye)
• Approved revised Unit 9 ELG Front‑End Engineering Design project summary, cost $1,034,400 (all trustees aye)
• Adopted and approved annual electric reliability plan for filing with Iowa Utilities Commission (all trustees aye)
• Received and placed on file the January 2026 utility reports (all trustees aye)

General

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss guided walking tours of the West Hill Historic District and a proclamation for Preservation Month in May. The body will also review the CLG Annual Report and project guidelines.

• Guided Walking Tours of West Hill Historic District
• Preservation Month May Proclamation
• CLG Annual Report
• HPC Project Guidelines
• Paul Bruhn Update

The commission approved the minutes from the January 26 meeting. It also approved a guided walking tour during Preservation Month and will work with the Friends Group on the booklet. The council approved the CLG annual report, which will be signed by the mayor and posted online. Staff will prepare a proclamation for Preservation Month.

• Approved the January 26 minutes (motion passed)
• Approved a guided walking tour for Preservation Month (motion passed)
• Approved the CLG annual report for submission (motion passed)
• Staff to prepare a proclamation for Preservation Month

General

The Airport Advisory Commission will meet to approve minutes from September 2026 and review updates on fuel systems, lighting, and hangar taxi lanes. The body will also discuss updates from the Fixed Base Operator and committee member terms.

• Approval of September 22, 2026 minutes
• Review of fuel system and lighting projects
• Review of Kent Corp. hangar update
• Discussion of committee member terms
• FBO updates

The commission unanimously approved the September 22, 2025 minutes. The council approved the lease assignment for Revv Aviation's transfer to Jet Air effective March 1, 2026. Members agreed to cancel the scheduled March meeting and will consider meeting in April if needed.

• Approved September 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved lease assignment for Revv Aviation transfer to Jet Air (effective March 1, 2026)
• Cancelled March 2026 meeting; will consider April meeting

General

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss accreditation requirements and staff travel. The board is reviewing a priority ADA checklist and a funding request for a professional conference.

• Approval of Priority 2 ADA Checklist for Three-Year Accreditation Application
• ALA Attendance Costs for Robert Fiedler in the amount of $2,283

The Library Board approved its agenda and the minutes from the January meeting. It ratified the January 21 and February 2 bills and approved the Priority 2 ADA checklist and a $2,283 cost for ALA conference attendance. The board created a Library Advocacy Ad Hoc Group, approved its volunteer members, and moved the next board meeting to March 25, 2026.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved minutes from Jan. 21, 2026 meeting (all ayes)
• Ratified bills for Jan. 21 and Feb. 2, 2026 (all ayes)
• Approved Priority 2 ADA checklist for accreditation (all ayes)
• Approved ALA attendance costs of $2,283 for Robert Fiedler (all ayes)
• Approved creation of Library Advocacy Ad Hoc Group (all ayes)
• Approved volunteers (Loconsole, Beatty, Dwyer, Truitt) for the Ad Hoc Group (all ayes)
• Changed board meeting date to March 25, 2026 (all ayes)

City Council

The Muscatine City Council will approve bills totaling $1.76 million and consider resolutions for a $3.38 million sewer revenue loan and lead hazard mitigation projects.

• Approval of bills totaling $1,756,724.08
• Resolution for $3,380,000.00 sewer revenue loan
• Lead hazard mitigation repairs ($58,375.00 to $106,300.00)
• Fire alarm system design contract ($16,400.00)
• West Hill sewer separation project amendment ($92,466.00)

The council unanimously approved the agenda and a consent agenda covering bills totaling $1,756,724.08. It closed a public hearing on a sewer revenue loan and then adopted a resolution authorizing and securing payment of a $3,380,000 sewer revenue loan. Additional resolutions set public hearings for other loan agreements, a right‑of‑way vacancy, and assigned the municipal airport lease to Jet Air, Inc. Several purchase orders for lead‑hazard mitigation, a fire‑alarm design contract, and a professional services amendment were also approved.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with bills totaling $1,756,724.08 (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on sewer revenue loan (unanimous)
• Authorized and secured payment of $3,380,000 sewer revenue loan (unanimous)
• Set public hearing on general‑obligation loan proposals (unanimous)
• Assigned Muscatine Municipal Airport lease to Jet Air, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved multiple purchase orders for lead‑hazard mitigation (unanimous)
• Approved $16,400 fire‑alarm design contract for Clark House (unanimous)

General

The Art Center Board of Directors will meet to review financial reports and committee updates. Discussions include the 2026-27 budget, grants, and upcoming exhibitions.

• Approval of bills (dollar amount not specified)
• 2026-27 Budget
• Online Portal for Collections
• Art Array and Civil War Exhibition
• Muscatine Art Center Support Foundation Annual Meeting

The Board of Trustees approved the amended minutes from the January 20 meeting. They also approved bills totaling $2,577.51. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved amended minutes (motion carried)
• Approved bills totaling $2,577.51 (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

General

The City of Muscatine is holding a budget session to discuss several financial items. The meeting focuses on capital debt and various funding mechanisms.

• Discussion of Capital Debt
• Discussion of RUT (Road Use Tax)
• Discussion of TIF (Tax Increment Financing)
• Discussion of Local Option

The council met to review the FY 2027 proposed budget and reports for the Capital Fund, Debt Service Fund, Tax Increment Financing, Road Use Tax, and Local Option Sales Tax. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded. The meeting adjourned without any formal actions.

City Council

The Muscatine City Council will hold an in-depth meeting to discuss updates to city codes and permit structures. The session focuses on regulatory discussions rather than final votes.

• Discussion on city code updates for electric bikes and similar devices
• Discussion on creating a flat fee for roofing and siding permits
• Update on Carver Corner

The council consented to build a temporary road to keep traffic moving during the Carver Roundabout construction and to offer forgivable loans to businesses affected by the project. Council members also directed staff to prepare changes to the city code for electric‑bike use on sidewalks and trails. Additionally, staff was tasked with drafting a flat‑fee structure for roofing and siding permits, though one member voiced opposition.

• Approved construction of a temporary road for Carver Roundabout project (no vote recorded)
• Approved forgivable loans for businesses impacted by Carver construction (no vote recorded)
• Directed staff to prepare e‑bike sidewalk and trail code changes (no vote recorded)
• Directed staff to draft flat‑fee roofing and siding permit change of $25, with 8.5% increase on other permits (no vote recorded)

General

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review a request to vacate a section of the Fuller Street right-of-way. If approved, the land would be deeded to adjoining property owners Scot Day and Diane Mayer-Day.

• Vacation of the northernmost 315 feet of the Fuller Street right-of-way

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the December 15, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the vacation of the northernmost 315 feet of the Fuller Street right-of-way, which will be deeded to adjacent owners Scot Day and Diane Mayer-Day. The meeting was then adjourned. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved December 15, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Approved vacation of undeveloped portion of Fuller Street right-of-way (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

General

The City of Muscatine will hold a budget session to review operations and budgets for various departments including Public Works, Fire, and Parks.

• Public Works: Roadway Maintenance, Snow and Ice Removal, and Refuse Collection
• Fire Department: Fire Operations and Ambulance
• Parks and Recreation: Aquatic Center, Golf Course, and Sports Dome
• Water Pollution Control Plant: Plant Operations/Maintenance and Biosolids
• Housing and Community Development departments

The City Council reached consensus to prepare an increase in season passes and daily rates for the municipal golf course. The council also agreed to keep the Boat Harbor Gas dock open with reduced hours. Councilmember Lampe moved to adjourn the meeting, which was carried at 1:17 p.m.

• Prepare increase in golf course season passes and daily rates (consensus)
• Keep Boat Harbor Gas dock open with reduced hours (consensus)
• Adjourn meeting (motion by Lampe)

General

The Zoning Board of Adjustments will meet to review a conditional use request for a property in a Single Family Residence district. The board will determine if the location can be used for disability services under the supervision of Crossroads, Inc.

• Conditional Use No. ZBACU01-2026 for Day Habilitation Services at 2206 Lucas Street

General

City Council

The Muscatine City Council will discuss a resolution to enter a Sewer Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement for up to $3,380,000. It will also vote on routine items including approval of bills totaling $2,204,287.20, several purchase orders, and renewal of two retail alcohol licenses. Additional items include a mutual aid agreement with Wilton Fire Department and a public hearing set for February 17 on the loan proposal.

• Resolution to pursue a Sewer Revenue Loan up to $3,380,000 (Planning and Design Loan)
• Approval of bills totaling $2,204,287.20
• Purchase order for $13,800 to Muscatine County Abstract for property title searches (West Hill Sewer Separation Phase 6E)
• Renewal of Class “B” license for Dollar General #19625, 807 Grandview Ave, and Class “E” license for Fareway Stores #998, 2100 Cedar Plaza Dr
• Mutual aid agreement with Wilton Fire Department

The council approved the agenda and a consent agenda that included bills totaling $2,204,287.20. It adopted resolutions accepting tax‑sale certificates for several properties and set a Feb. 17 public hearing on a sewer revenue loan not to exceed $3,380,000. Additional actions included an amended development agreement with Merge LLC, intent to support Kraft Heinz, and several purchase orders and final payments.

• Approved consent agenda with bills totaling $2,204,287.20 (all ayes)
• Accepted tax‑sale certificates for 1114 Nebraska St, 1815 Schley St, Parcel 0825154030, 2003 Breese, and 18005 Bryan Ave (all ayes)
• Set public hearing Feb. 17, 2026 on sewer revenue loan up to $3,380,000 (all ayes)
• Approved amended development agreement with Merge, LLC (all ayes)
• Expressed intent to provide financial support to Kraft Heinz Foods Company (all ayes)
• Authorized final payment of $10,030.15 to Keokuk Construction for Houser Lift Station renovation (all ayes)
• Approved purchase order to Pearl City Hardwoods for a customer counter (4 ayes, 2 nays)
• Approved issuance of purchase order to Feld Fire for a replacement ambulance (all ayes)

General

The City Council held a special budget session, hearing requests for assistance from Senior Resources and the Muscatine Center for Social Action for FY 2026/2027. No motions were adopted or voted on, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:50 PM.

General

The Muscatine City Council met on January 29, 2026. The agenda included a General Fund Overview presented by City Administration, Police, Finance, and Library. Council members considered a resolution to approve payment of a retention‑pay incentive to the City Administrator. No other actions were listed.

• General Fund Overview presentation by City Administration, Police, Finance, and Library
• Resolution to approve retention‑pay incentive for the City Administrator

The council voted to approve a resolution providing a retention‑pay incentive to City Administrator Matt Mardesen. The motion was moved by Councilmembers Lewis and Gordon and passed with all ayes. After the approval, Councilmember Gordon moved to adjourn, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m.

• Approved retention‑pay incentive for City Administrator (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

General

The Board of Water, Electric, and Communications Trustees will discuss several routine items, including public comment, approval of minutes, and financial reports. The key decision is a recommendation to authorize expenditures for tax‑credit support for the Muscatine Solar 1 and Solar 2 projects. Additional items include utility reimbursement resolutions, a date change for the December 2026 meeting, and a closed‑session review of the solar projects.

• Recommendation to authorize expenditures for tax‑credit support for Muscatine Solar 1 and Solar 2
• Recommendation to approve communications, electric, and water utility reimbursement resolutions
• Recommendation to change the date of the December 2026 Board meeting
• Receipt and filing of December 2025 utility reports and financial statements
• Closed‑session review of Muscatine Solar 1 and Solar 2 projects

The trustees approved the December 2025 meeting minutes and ratified $12,143,703.67 in December expenditures. They authorized $300,000 for Muscatine Solar 1 and $350,000 for Muscatine Solar 2 to secure tax‑credit compliance support. Three resolutions were adopted declaring the city’s intent to reimburse electric, water, and communications utility projects with future bond proceeds.

• Approved December 18, 2025 meeting minutes (all trustees aye)
• Ratified December 2025 accounts payable expenditures totaling $12,143,703.67 (all trustees aye)
• Authorized Phase 2 agreements with Eide Bailly for tax‑credit compliance support for Muscatine Solar 1 ($300,000) and Solar 2 ($350,000) (all trustees aye)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑03 declaring intent to reimburse electric utility expenditures from bond proceeds (all trustees aye)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑04 declaring intent to reimburse water utility expenditures from bond proceeds (all trustees aye)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑05 declaring intent to reimburse communications utility expenditures from bond proceeds (all trustees aye)
• Moved December 2026 Board meeting date to December 17, 2026 (all trustees aye)
• Received and placed on file the January 2026 utility reports (all trustees aye)

General

The Muscatine Airport Advisory Commission will review updates on several airport projects, including the fuel system, lighting, SRE, hangar taxi lane, and tree removal. It will also hear updates on the FBO and Kent Corp. hangar, and consider committee member terms. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Fuel system project update
• Lighting project update
• SRE project update
• Hangar taxi lane project update
• Tree removal project update

The Airport Advisory Commission meeting on Jan. 26, 2026 did not reach a quorum, so no formal actions were taken. Project updates were reported, and Revv Aviation announced a planned transfer of its FBO lease to Jet Air, with processing to be handled by the city council and attorneys. The lease change is hoped to be completed by March 1, 2026.

General

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes, review issued permits, and conduct officer elections. The body will also receive updates on the Mad Creek Bridge and the Underground Railroad subcommittee.

• Review of issued permits for 117 W 2nd St, 516 W 2nd St, and 505 W 3rd St
• Election of officers
• Update on Mad Creek Bridge project
• Review of Underground Railroad subcommittee publishing update
• Discussion of HPC Project Guidelines

The Muscatine Historic Preservation Commission approved the September 22, 2025 minutes. The commission elected Jim Hetzler as both Chair and Vice Chair. It also decided not to publish the URGG survey, leaving copies at the Musser Public Library and online. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved September 22, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Elected Jim Hetzler as Chair (motion passed)
• Elected Jim Hetzler as Vice Chair (motion passed)
• Decided not to publish the URGG survey (survey will remain in library and online)

General

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review and potentially approve the proposed budget for the 2026/2027 fiscal year. The board will also consider a request for travel and registration costs for Emma Stoffer.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Library Budget of $1,398,200
• Travel, lodging, and registration costs for Emma Stoffer to PLA in the amount of $1,413.56

The Board approved the proposed fiscal year 2026/2027 library budget of $1,398,200. It also ratified recent vendor bills and approved travel expenses for staff attending the PLA conference. Additional approvals included $5,000 for the Summer Reading Program and payment for Emma Stoffer’s conference costs.

• Approved FY 2026/2027 library budget of $1,398,200 (all ayes)
• Ratified vendor bills for Nov 18 2025, Dec 3 2025, Dec 17 2025, Jan 7 2026 (all ayes)
• Approved travel, lodging, registration costs $1,413.56 for Emma Stoffer (all ayes)
• Approved $5,000 Summer Reading Program request (statement of approval)
• Approved payment of Emma Stoffer’s expenses for PLA (statement of approval)
• Approved agenda as submitted (all ayes)
• Approved minutes for Nov 19 2025 (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:35 p.m. (all ayes)

City Council

The Muscatine City Council will consider routine consent‑agenda items, including meeting minutes, liquor‑license renewals, and purchase orders, and will vote on bills totaling $2,396,867.26. The council will also discuss several resolutions from the City Administrator, such as an ordinance amendment for accessory dwelling units and a $30,000 retainage release for the Park Avenue lane‑conversion project. A salary increase for the City Administrator will be considered as well.

• Approve bills totaling $2,396,867.26 (Item 14)
• Purchase order to Heritage Monuments for $9,500 for a Musco Sports Center recognition plaque (Item 13A)
• Purchase order to Yeadon Domes for $21,337 for safety netting at Musco Sports Center (Item 13B)
• Ordinance amendment to City Code Title 10 and Title 13 for accessory dwelling units, group homes, and manufactured homes (Item 16A)
• Resolution releasing $30,000 retainage for the Park Avenue Four‑to‑Three Lane Conversion Project (Item 16B)

The City Council adopted an ordinance amending Title 10 and Title 13 of the City Code to reflect state‑mandated changes for accessory dwelling units, group homes, and manufactured homes. It also adopted the Muscatine County Emergency Plan as the city’s emergency plan and authorized special assessments for unpaid abatement and rental housing fees. Additional actions included approving the Park Avenue lane‑conversion retainage release, a $7,796.97 change order for the Mulberry Avenue sidewalk project, and a membership program for the Musco Sports Center.

• Adopted ordinance amending Title 10 & 13 for ADUs, group homes, manufactured homes (all ayes)
• Adopted Muscatine County Emergency Plan as city emergency plan (all ayes, motion carried)
• Authorized special assessments for unpaid abatement service fees and rental housing fees (all ayes)
• Approved release of retainage for Park Avenue four‑to‑three lane conversion (all ayes)
• Approved change order #2 for Mulberry Avenue sidewalk reconstruction, $7,796.97 (all ayes)
• Approved request for subgrant agreements for the Paul Bruhn Grant (all ayes)
• Approved membership program at Musco Sports Center (all ayes)
• Exited closed session: Ayes 6, Nays 0 (motion passed)

General

The Art Center Board of Directors will meet to approve bills and credit card expenditures. The board will discuss the 2026-27 budget, grants, and various community engagement projects including a Civil War exhibition.

• Approval of bills (amount not specified)
• 2026-27 Budget discussion
• Collections Management Project
• University of Iowa Partnership
• Civil War Exhibition

The trustees approved the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting. They voted to approve general bills totaling $8,068.36 and three credit‑card expense items of $48.73, $50.57 and $990.40. All motions carried. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved December 16, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved general bills totaling $8,068.36 (motion carried)
• Approved credit‑card bill of $48.73 (motion carried)
• Approved credit‑card bill of $50.57 (motion carried)
• Approved credit‑card bill of $990.40 (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

General

General

The Board of Water, Electric, and Communications Trustees will discuss a resolution recommending approval of electric utility bond financing. No other actions are scheduled beyond public comment.

• Recommendation to approve electric utility bond financing resolution

The Board adopted a Master Bond Resolution and an Authorizing Resolution allowing issuance of electric revenue bonds up to $168,000,000. It also approved using the Preliminary Official Statement for bond marketing and authorized the General Manager to purchase bond insurance costing up to $770,000. All motions were carried with all trustees voting aye and no nays.

• Approved Master Bond Resolution (all trustees aye, no nays)
• Approved Authorizing Resolution for electric revenue bonds up to $168,000,000 (all trustees aye, no nays)
• Approved use of Preliminary Official Statement for bond marketing (all trustees aye, no nays)
• Authorized General Manager to purchase bond insurance up to $770,000 (all trustees aye, no nays)

City Council

The Muscatine City Council will receive an informational update on the Papoose Sewer Pump Station and related sewer separation projects, and staff will seek council consensus on next steps. A separate discussion will cover the County Wide Emergency Plan presented by Emergency Management Director Chris Jasper. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Informational update on Papoose Sewer Pump Station and future sewer separation projects
• Staff request for council consensus on how to proceed with the sewer projects
• Discussion of the County Wide Emergency Plan with Emergency Management Director Chris Jasper

General

General

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will meet to discuss the city budget process. The commission will also receive updates on several city projects, including the MUSCO Sports Center and Riverview Center.

• Discussion of city budget process
• Update on Greenwood Cemetery chapel building rentals
• MUSCO Sports Center Project update and January 8 grand opening
• Update on Riverview Center project
• Update on Riverfront Fountain project

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the Annual Comprehensive Plan Report and consider a resolution to adopt a new Comprehensive Plan. The body will also review an ordinance updating regulations for accessory dwelling units, group homes, and manufactured homes.

• Approval of bills totaling $6,973,041.46
• Second reading of ordinance amending City Code regarding accessory dwelling units, group homes, and manufactured homes
• Resolution approving the final plat of Hackett Development 2nd Addition
• Liquor license renewals for Super Saver Liquor, Guadalajara Restaurant, and Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh
• New liquor license requests for Market Jaliscience and Tacos Jaliscience

General