North Liberty, Iowa
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Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will elect a chairperson and vice chairperson, then hold public hearings and make recommendations to the City Council on two zoning map amendments and one preliminary site plan. The Quail Creek property (2.67 acres) would be rezoned from C-1-B General Commercial to C-3 Higher-Intensity Commercial. The Emory Phase III (5.93 acres) would amend its Planned Area Development within the RM-21 district. The Creekside South II site plan (6.32 acres) is proposed for the northeast corner of West Forevergreen Road and Bernardy Drive.
- Preliminary Site Plan: Creekside South II – 6.32 acres at NE corner of W. Forevergreen Rd. and Bernardy Dr., requested by HC Investment Properties, LLC
- Zoning Map Amendment: Quail Creek – 2.67 acres west of S. Highway 965/Ranshaw Way, from C-1-B to C-3 Higher-Intensity Commercial, requested by Kit Baloun
- Zoning Map Amendment: The Emory Phase III – 5.93 acres west of N. Jones Blvd. north of Hayes Lane, amend PAD within RM-21 district, requested by Emory North Liberty III, LLC
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City Council
The City Council is holding a special session to discuss and possibly take action on a liquor license application for Copper Boar. The agenda includes only this item along with procedural motions. The meeting is virtual and will be recorded.
- Discussion and possible action regarding Copper Boar Liquor License Application
The North Liberty City Council approved a liquor license application for Copper Boar during a brief special session. The vote was 4-0 with one absent. The agenda was also approved unanimously. No other business was conducted.
- Approved Copper Boar liquor license application (4-0)
City Council
The North Liberty City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance to rezone the Mickelson 3rd property from RS-6 to RD-10 and ID to RS-7, along with a future land use map amendment. They will also vote on second readings of ordinances to increase water and sewer rates, adopt a $2 million water revenue borrowing plan, approve the FY 2027 salary resolution, and act on a final plat for Cherry Street Commercial Subdivision. Consent items include a $46,774 change order for the Forevergreen Road roundabout project and a $131,332.37 pay application. A closed session is scheduled for litigation strategy.
- Public hearing and rezoning of Mickelson 3rd (RS-6 to RD-10; ID to RS-7) with comprehensive plan map amendment
- Second consideration of water rate increase (Ordinance 2026-08) and sewer rate increase (Ordinance 2026-09)
- Resolution to borrow up to $2,000,000 for water revenue with a public hearing date
- FY 2027 salary resolution for city employees
- Forevergreen Road roundabout change order: $46,774.00 and pay application: $131,332.37
The City Council approved a $2 million water revenue borrowing plan, increased water and sewer rates, and rezoned property for the Mickelson 3rd development. The meeting also included the approval of a 2027 salary resolution and the final plat for the Cherry Street Commercial Subdivision.
- Approved Resolution 2026-73 to set date for public hearing on $2M water revenue loan
- Approved Ordinance 2026-08 increasing water rates
- Approved Ordinance 2026-09 increasing sewer rates
- Approved Resolution 2026-70 amending Future Land Use Map for Mickelson 3rd
- Approved Ordinance 2026-10 rezoning Mickelson 3rd property to RD-10
- Approved Resolution 2026-71 final plat for Cherry Street Commercial Subdivision
- Approved Resolution 2026-72 authorizing 2027 employee salaries
- Entered closed session to discuss pending litigation with counsel
Library Board
The Library Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially amend the Internet & Technology Policy. The board will also hear the Library Director's report covering budget, operations, and staff updates. Approval of the April meeting minutes and a staff introduction are on the agenda. No contract or financial decisions are listed.
- Review of Internet & Technology Policy
- Library Director report on budget and operations
- Staff reports and introduction
- Approval of April meeting minutes
The Library Board approved the Internet & Technology Policy as written. The board also approved the April meeting minutes. No new business was introduced.
- Approved April minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Internet & Technology Policy (unanimous)
- Set next meeting for July 20, 2026
City Council
The council will hold public hearings on proposed water and sewer rate increases and consider first readings of ordinances to implement them. They will also vote on a bond sale for general obligation corporate purpose bonds, approve several development site plans and plats, and award a contract for water supply improvements. Additionally, the agenda includes consent items for liquor and tobacco license renewals and proclamations for Juneteenth and Pride Month.
- 2026A Bond Sale for General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds
- Public hearing and first reading of water utility rate increase ordinance
- Public hearing and first reading of sewer utility rate increase ordinance
- Approval of preliminary site plans for 2740 Stoner Court (I380 Industrial Park Lot 15), Cherry Street Commercial Subdivision, and Urban Lofts
- Award of contract for Water Supply and Treatment Improvements Division 1 (ASR Well No. 7 Conversion)
The council authorized a General Obligation bond issuance, providing an extra $365,000 for approved projects. It also adopted ordinances to raise water and sewer rates. Several development site plans and a water‑project contract were approved.
- Approved Resolution 2026-61 bond sale, adding $365,000 (ayes: Leibold, Wayson, Fortney, Smith)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-08 water utility rate increase (ayes: Fortney, Wayson, Leibold, Smith)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-09 sewer utility rate increase (ayes: Smith, Fortney, Wayson, Leibold)
- Approved Resolution 2026-64 I380 Industrial Park Lot 15 site plan (ayes: Wayson, Leibold, Fortney, Smith)
- Approved Resolution 2026-65 Cherry Street Commercial Subdivision plat (ayes: Smith, Wayson, Leibold, Fortney)
- Approved Resolution 2026-66 Urban Lofts preliminary site plan (ayes: Leibold, Smith, Wayson; nays: Fortney)
- Approved Resolution 2026-67 contract award for ASR Well No. 7 conversion (ayes: Wayson, Smith, Leibold, Fortney)
- Approved Resolution 2026-69 Eide Bailly master services agreement for tax consulting (ayes: Wayson, Leibold, Smith, Fortney)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural items, including approval of minutes from May 7 and reports from parks and recreation staff. Two board openings remain, and the commission will note a busy summer event schedule starting June 5 with the outdoor pool opening and Ranshaw Concerts.
- Two board openings remain; contact City Hall if interested
- Outdoor Pool opening tentative June 5
- Summer Lunch & Fun and Summer Camp both start June 8
- Blues & BBQ event scheduled for July 11
- Cardboard Boat Regatta on June 25
The commission approved the May 7, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. It announced that the July 2, 2026 meeting will not be held due to quorum concerns. The board then adjourned the session at 7:41 p.m. with all members voting to adjourn.
- Approved May 7, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Cancelled July 2, 2026 meeting (no vote recorded)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:41 p.m. (all ayes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider several development requests including preliminary site plans and a subdivision plat. The commission will also review a request for land use and zoning map amendments regarding a 22.44-acre property.
- Preliminary Site Plan for 5.19 acres at the south terminus of Stoner Court
- Preliminary Subdivision Plat for a 2-lot subdivision on .94 acres north of West Cherry Street
- Preliminary Site Plan for 10.18 acres south of West Cherry Street and north of West Zeller Street
- Land use and zoning amendments for a 22.44-acre subdivision at Suttner Drive, Chipman Lane, and Mayor Street
The Planning Commission approved four development proposals, including site plans for multi-family housing and a large subdivision, forwarding them to the City Council with a recommendation for approval. The meeting also approved previous minutes and adjourned.
- Approved Ruth Boyer and Douglas Rozendaal's preliminary site plan (4-0)
- Approved CCT Holdings and Meadowlark Investments' preliminary subdivision plat (4-0)
- Approved UCD Holdings' preliminary site plan for 354 multi-family units (4-0)
- Approved MLDC, Inc.'s land use and zoning amendments with a 46-lot subdivision (4-0)
- Approved minutes from the May 5, 2026 meeting (4-0)
- Adjourned the meeting at 6:37 p.m. (4-0)
City Council
The North Liberty City Council will hold public hearings on a FY 2026 budget amendment and a water supply and treatment improvements project. They will vote on several resolutions, including supporting a workforce housing tax credit application, approving a transit services contract, and approving developer agreements for Solomon's Landing and Urban Central District. The council will also take third consideration of an ordinance to rezone property for a Kwik Star convenience store and consider approving its preliminary plat and site plan.
- Third consideration of Ordinance 2026-05 rezoning property from I-1 Light Industrial to C-2 Highway Commercial for Kwik Star
- Resolution 2026-54 supporting HC Investment Properties' Workforce Housing Tax Credit application with city funding pledge
- Resolution 2026-56 approving fixed-route transit services contract with Black Diamond Limousine (fare free)
- Public hearing and resolution for Water Supply and Treatment Improvements Project Division 1 (Raw Water Main and ASR Well Modifications)
- Pay application #1 for Forevegreen Road Jasper Avenue Improvements Project to CJ Moyna and Sons for $450,189.70
The City Council unanimously approved a budget amendment, water project plans, a workforce housing tax credit application, a fare-free transit contract, two developer agreements, and the rezoning and preliminary plat for a Kwik Star convenience store. All votes were 5-0. A proclamation declaring June 5 as National Gun Violence Day was also issued.
- Approved FY 2026 Budget Amendment No. 2 (5-0)
- Approved water supply and treatment improvement plans (5-0)
- Supported Workforce Housing Tax Credit application for HC Investment Properties (5-0)
- Authorized sale of General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds (5-0)
- Approved fare-free fixed route transit contract with Black Diamond Limousine (5-0)
- Approved developer's agreement for Solomon's Landing Part Six (5-0)
- Approved developer's agreement for Urban Central District Part 2 (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of property from I-1 to C-2 and preliminary plat/site plan for Kwik Star (5-0)
Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board
The Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board will hear reports on tree-related topics including a $1,000 grant for Centennial Park, the 31st consecutive Tree City USA award, and emerald ash borer treatment. Updates on the Muddy Creek clean-up and a trout release at Liberty Centre Pond are also scheduled.
- Arbor Day Tree City USA 2025 award (31 consecutive years)
- MidAmerican 2026 Trees Please Grant Awarded $1,000 for Centennial Park
- Arbor Day observation on April 24, 2026
- Emerald Ash Borer ash tree treatment discussion
- Muddy Creek & Trail Clean-Up report from April 11, 2026
The Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board met to discuss reports on tree awards, ash tree treatment, and stormwater clean-up. No substantive decisions, approvals, or new business were presented.
- No public comment received
- No old business presented
- No new business presented
- No minutes available for approval
- Meeting adjourned at 7:17 p.m. (all ayes)
General
The Board of Adjustment will hold elections for a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The board will also review a request to amend the City Code of Ordinances regarding the Board of Adjustment and a request to amend its own procedural rules.
- Election of Chairperson
- Election of Vice Chairperson
- Ordinance amendment for Section 166.03 of the North Liberty Code of Ordinances
- Amendment to Board of Adjustment Procedural Rules
The Board of Adjustment elected Alan Wieskamp as Chair and Eric Ruttum as Vice-Chair. The board approved a proposed ordinance to amend Section 166.03 of the city code and adopted amended procedural bylaws to correct a scriveners error.
- Elected Alan Wieskamp as Chairperson (all ayes)
- Elected Eric Ruttum as Vice-Chairperson (all ayes)
- Approved proposed ordinance to amend Section 166.03 (all ayes)
- Amended Section IV.2 of procedural rules (all ayes)
- Approved amended Bylaws (all ayes)
- Approved previous meeting minutes from August 25, 2025 (all ayes)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on proposed essential purpose and general purpose loan agreements as part of the 2026A Bond Sale, followed by a resolution to combine the loan agreements. They will also vote on a preliminary site plan for Lot 12 of the I-380 Industrial Park, approve a parking agreement with Green State Credit Union, and discuss making the Hy-Vee Event Center Event Lead position full-time. Second consideration of a Kwik Star rezoning and resolutions on parking control devices and purchasing policy are also on the agenda.
- Public hearings and resolution for 2026A Bond Sale loan agreements
- Second consideration of Kwik Star rezoning (Ordinance 2026-06) from I-L to C-2
- Preliminary site plan approval for I-380 Industrial Park Lot 12 by Eastern Iowa Productions
- Discussion on making Hy-Vee Event Center Event Lead position full-time
- Approval of parking control devices resolution
The City Council approved a resolution combining loan agreements for the Fire House Project and 2026 Bond Sale. The body also approved a preliminary site plan for I-380 Industrial Park, Lot 12, and rezoned property for Kwik Star from light industrial to highway commercial.
- Approved Resolution 2026-46 combining loan agreements (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-47 for I-380 Industrial Park Lot 12 site plan (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-48 for Green State Credit Union parking agreement (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-49 for on-street parking control devices (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-50 for Purchasing Policy (5-0)
- Made Hy-Vee Center Event Lead position full-time (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-51 for Water Supply and Treatment Improvements (5-0)
- Approved Kwik Star rezoning to C-2 Highway Commercial (5-0)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks & Recreation Commission will hear public comments and consider three options for a new playground at the North Liberty Community Center. The commission will also address board openings for two members whose terms are up for renewal. Other agenda items include approval of minutes and reports on parks and recreation.
- NLCC Playground Options (Option 1, Option 2, Option 3) – discussion
- Board openings: Richard Grudin and Shannon Greene positions up for renewal, applications due May 14
- Approval of minutes from April 2, 2026 meeting
- Upcoming events: Remarkable Rigs (May 9), Playground Crawl (May 16), Outdoor Pool Opening (TBD)
The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the April 2, 2026 minutes and selected Option 1 for the NLCC playground, directing staff to proceed with the purchase order. Chair Richard Grudin announced he will not renew his term, and applications for two board openings are due May 14, 2026. The outdoor pool opening is delayed due to concrete work, with a date to be determined.
- Approved April 2, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Selected Option 1 for NLCC playground as top choice; staff directed to proceed with purchase order
- Noted Chair Richard Grudin not renewing, applications for two board openings due May 14, 2026
- Outdoor pool opening delayed due to concrete work; opening date TBD (reported, not voted)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review three main items: a preliminary subdivision plat and site plan for a Kwik Trip convenience store on 3.69 acres at the southwest corner of West Penn Street and North Jones Boulevard; a preliminary site plan for Eastern Iowa Productions on 5.52 acres south of Stoner Court; and a proposal to adopt the 2024 International Fire Code with zoning district exceptions. All decisions are recommendations to the City Council.
- Preliminary Subdivision Plat for Kwik Trip, Inc. – 1 lot on 3.69 acres at southwest corner of West Penn Street and North Jones Boulevard
- Preliminary Site Plan for Kwik Trip, Inc. – same location and acreage as above
- Preliminary Site Plan for Eastern Iowa Productions, LLC – 5.52 acres on south side of Stoner Court, 750 feet east of Herky Street
- Ordinance adopting 2024 International Fire Code (exceptions referencing Zoning Districts only)
The Planning Commission voted to forward three development applications to the City Council with a recommendation for approval. The commission also tabled the 2024 International Fire Code Ordinance.
- Forwarded Kwik Trip Inc. preliminary subdivision plat to City Council (6-0)
- Forwarded Kwik Trip Inc. preliminary site plan to City Council (6-0)
- Forwarded Eastern Iowa Productions preliminary site plan to City Council (6-0)
- Tabled 2024 International Fire Code Ordinance (6-0)
- Approved April 7, 2026 Planning Commission minutes (6-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and first consideration of an ordinance to rezone a property from I-L Light Industrial to C-2 Highway Commercial for a Kwik Star development. The Council will also vote on accepting tobacco retailer civil penalties, approving a bid for community center parking lot improvements, and authorizing a transit agreement with Johnson County. Additional business includes a bond sale hearing date and final adoption of an ordinance expanding the Urban Central TIF District.
- Public hearing and first consideration of Ordinance 2026-06 to rezone property from I-L Light Industrial to C-2 Highway Commercial (Kwik Star).
- Resolutions 2026-39 and 2026-40 accepting $300 civil penalties from Fareway Stores Inc. and The Station LLC for tobacco retailer compliance violations.
- Resolution 2026-41 accepting bid for Community Center Parking Lot Improvements Phase 1.
- Resolution 2026-42 approving 28E agreement with Johnson County for transit service.
- Third consideration of Ordinance 2026-05 to expand the Urban Central TIF District (April 2025 addition to urban renewal area).
The City Council approved a rezoning request for Kwik Star, a transit agreement with Johnson County, and bond counsel services. They also accepted civil penalties from two retailers and authorized a parking lot improvement project.
- Approved rezoning 3.69 acres I-1 to C-2 Highway Commercial (5-0)
- Accepted $300 civil penalty from Fareway Stores (5-0)
- Accepted $300 civil penalty from The Station LLC (5-0)
- Authorized Community Center Parking Lot Improvements Phase 1 (5-0)
- Approved 28E Agreement with Johnson County for Transit Service (5-0)
- Approved Bond Counsel Services for Series 2026A Bonds (5-0)
- Set date for public hearings on General Obligation Loan (5-0)
- Approved Developer's Agreement for Liberty Commons Part Two (5-0)
Library Board
The Library Board will discuss and potentially approve updates to the Proctoring Policy and Volunteer Policy. The Director will also report on budget and operations. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.
- Review of Proctoring Policy
- Review of Volunteer Policy
- Library Director's budget and operations report
- Approval of January meeting minutes
The North Liberty Library Board approved the Proctoring Policy and the Volunteer Policy. The board adjourned the meeting at 7:08 p.m. and scheduled the next meeting for June 15, 2026.
- Approved Proctoring Policy (5-0)
- Approved Volunteer Policy (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:08 p.m.
- Scheduled next meeting for June 15, 2026
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the FY 2026-2027 budget and capital improvement plan. Other public hearings are set for the Community Center Parking Lot Project and the Civic Campus preliminary and final plat. The council will also take second consideration of an ordinance creating a TIF district for the Urban Central area and confirm appointments to the Board of Appeals. A presentation on police department accreditation and several proclamations are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing and adoption of FY 2026-2027 Budget (Resolution 2026-34)
- Public hearing for Community Center Parking Lot Project plans and costs (Resolution 2026-35)
- Approval of Preliminary and Final Plat for North Liberty Civic Campus (Resolutions 2026-36, 2026-37)
- Second consideration of Ordinance establishing TIF district for Urban Central Urban Renewal Area
- Police Department Accreditation presentation
The City Council approved the FY 2026-2027 budget and capital improvement plan, along with the Community Center Parking Lot Project. The council also approved the Civic Campus preliminary and final plats, accepted the Greenbelt Trail Part 4 transfer, and approved the Urban Central TIF district.
- Approved FY 2026-2027 budget (4-0)
- Approved Community Center Parking Lot Project (4-0)
- Approved Civic Campus preliminary plat (4-0)
- Approved Civic Campus final plat (4-0)
- Accepted Greenbelt Trail Part 4 transfer (4-0)
- Approved Urban Central TIF district (4-0)
- Appointed members to Board of Appeals (4-0)
- Proclaimed May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month