North Liberty, IA

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City Council

The North Liberty City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions on a $3,166,300 sewer revenue loan, a zoning ordinance amendment, and an amended development agreement with Pratt Real Estate Management for Solomon's Landing. The council will also take final votes on two rezoning ordinances, and second consideration of ordinances on cemetery board repeal and micromobility devices. The agenda includes routine consent items and reports.

• Public hearing and resolution for $3,166,300 Sewer Revenue Loan (IFA Interim Loan)
• First consideration of Ordinance 2026-15 amending zoning dimensional standards, parking, landscaping, and temporary signs
• Third consideration and adoption of Ordinance 2026-11 rezoning from C-1-B to C-3 for LSTJ Holdings, LLC
• Third consideration and adoption of Ordinance 2026-12 amending PAD in RM-21 district for The Emory North Liberty III
• Resolution 2026-107 approving Amended Development Agreement with Pratt Real Estate Management for Solomon's Landing

Library Board

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees is meeting to review the Internet & Technology Policy and the Meeting Room Policy, and to elect officers for President, Vice President, and Secretary. The board will also hear the Library Director's report on budget, operations, and staff, and consider new business.

• Review of Internet & Technology Policy
• Review of Meeting Room Policy
• Election of Board President, Vice President, and Secretary
• Library Director's report on budget and operations

The North Liberty Library Board approved the Internet & Technology Policy and Meeting Room Use Policy as written, and unanimously elected a slate of officers for fiscal year 2027. The board also approved the July minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Internet & Technology Policy and Meeting Room Use Policy as written (unanimous)
• Elected Scott Kramer as President, Brandy Greene as Vice President, Scott Clemons as Secretary for FY27 (unanimous)

Library Board

Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board

The Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board is meeting to elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, and to receive reports on tree and stormwater topics. Items include fall tree planting under a MidAmerican grant, summer maintenance, storm-damaged park trees, detention pond cleanup, and a Goose Lake outfall repair. The board will also approve minutes from its May 13, 2026 meeting. No formal decisions are listed beyond the elections and minutes approval.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Fall tree planting under MidAmerican 2026 Trees Please Grant
• Storm damaged trees in city parks
• Detention pond clean-up and algae control by Parks Department
• Goose Lake outfall repair by Stormwater Division

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances on repealing the joint cemetery board, regulating electric assistive and micromobility devices, and amending the urban renewal plan. They will also vote on preliminary site plans, final plats, and a sewer revenue borrowing agreement not to exceed $3,166,300, along with several routine consent agenda items.

• Ordinance 2026-13: Repeal Chapter 26, amend Chapter 15 on Joint Cemetery Board oversight
• Ordinance 2026-14: Amend Chapter 76 on Electric Personal Assistive Devices and Micromobility Devices
• Resolution 2026-96: Approve Urban Renewal Plan Amendment for North Liberty Urban Renewal Area
• Resolution 2026-102: Set hearing for Sewer Revenue Loan up to $3,166,300
• Resolution 2026-97: Approve Preliminary Site Plan for Buck Moon Villas, Lots 48-51

The North Liberty City Council approved the preliminary site plan for Buck Moon Villas (Lots 48-51) via Resolution 2026-97, following a Planning Commission recommendation. The council also approved first consideration of ordinances to repeal the Joint Cemetery Board (Ordinance 2026-13) and to regulate electric personal assistive devices and micromobility devices (Ordinance 2026-14). Additionally, the council approved the Urban Renewal Plan Amendment (Resolution 2026-96), final plats for Sunset Prairie Part One and Part Two (Resolutions 2026-100 and 2026-101), and set a public hearing for a sewer revenue loan not to exceed $3,166,300 (Resolution 2026-102).

• Approved Resolution 2026-97 for the Buck Moon Villas preliminary site plan (Lots 48-51).
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2026-13 to repeal the Joint Cemetery Board chapter.
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2026-14 to regulate electric personal assistive devices and micromobility devices.
• Approved Resolution 2026-96 for the Urban Renewal Plan Amendment.
• Approved Resolutions 2026-98 through 2026-101 for Sunset Prairie Part One and Part Two, including storm water agreements, escrow, and final plats.
• Approved Resolution 2026-102 to set a public hearing for a sewer revenue loan up to $3,166,300.
• Approved Resolution 2026-103 for the Shive-Hattery agreement for the Cedar Springs Lift Station Controls Upgrade.
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2026-11 (rezoning to C-3) and Ordinance 2026-12 (PAD amendment).

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will welcome two new board members, Sheila Geneser and Nathan Timmel, and appoint a chair and vice chair. The board will also approve minutes from the June 4, 2026 meeting and receive reports on parks and recreation. Upcoming events include Buckets & Boards on August 9, a CR Kernels game on August 14, and a Street Dance on August 22.

• Appointment of new board members Sheila Geneser and Nathan Timmel
• Election of chair and vice chair positions
• Approval of minutes from June 4, 2026 meeting
• Upcoming events: August 9 Buckets & Boards, August 14 CR Kernels game, August 22 Street Dance

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the June 4 minutes, welcomed two new members, and appointed Nick Arnold as Chair and Gwen Johnson as Vice Chair. Staff reported $38,000 in e-bike/e-scooter damage at Fox Run Park and the acquisition of a new 40-acre park for $3.6 million, with plans for public input on naming and amenities. No formal votes were taken on these reports; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Approved June 4, 2026 minutes (all ayes)
• Appointed Nick Arnold as Chair (no objections)
• Appointed Gwen Johnson as Vice Chair (no objections)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of four items to the City Council: a zoning map amendment at 435 Heritage Place, a preliminary subdivision plat for an 8.05-acre lot near South Dubuque Street, a preliminary site plan for a four-story multi-unit residence on West Cherry Street (subject to adding 14 parking spaces), and a future land use and zoning map amendment at 240-242 North Main Street. No items were denied or tabled.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 435 Heritage Place from RD-10 to RS-6 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of preliminary subdivision plat for 1 lot on 8.05 acres near South Dubuque Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval of preliminary site plan for 4-story multi-unit residence on West Cherry Street, conditioned on adding 14 parking spaces (5-0)
• Recommended approval of future land use map amendment and rezoning at 240-242 North Main Street to Public Use District (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended approval for three zoning map amendments and two development plans. One recommendation for a multi-unit residence was approved subject to the addition of 14 parking spaces. All recommendations were forwarded to the City Council.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 435 Heritage Place from RD-10 to RS-6 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary Subdivision Plat for 1-lot subdivision on 8.05 acres (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary Site Plan for four-story multi-unit residence on West Cherry Street, conditioned on adding 14 parking spaces (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Future Land Use Map and zoning amendment for 240-242 North Main Street to Public Use District (5-0)
• Approved July 1, 2025, meeting minutes (all ayes)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary site plan for Buck Moon Villas and updates to the City's Urban Renewal Plan. The body will also review proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding dimensional and use standards. Recommendations on these items will be sent to the City Council.

• Preliminary Site Plan for Buck Moon Villas on 3.24 acres east of Wanda Drive
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 168 (dimensional/use standards), Chapter 169 (parking/landscaping), and Chapter 173 (temporary signs)
• Request to update the City’s Urban Renewal Plan

The Planning Commission voted to recommend the approval of the Buck Moon Villas Preliminary Site Plan, a Zoning Ordinance amendment, and an Urban Renewal Plan update. All three items will now be forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of Buck Moon Villas Preliminary Site Plan
• Recommended approval of Zoning Ordinance amendment
• Recommended approval of Urban Renewal Plan update
• Approved July 7, 2026 meeting minutes (all ayes)

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will hold public hearings and consider first readings of ordinances rezoning properties for LSTJ Holdings (to C-3) and The Emory North Liberty III (to amend PAD in RM-21). They will also conduct a public hearing and advance a traffic regulations ordinance amending Chapter 62.01, along with several resolutions for agreements, plats, and contracts. The Mickelson 3rd rezoning and preliminary plat are up for final adoption.

• Public hearing and first consideration of Ordinance 2026-07 amending traffic regulations (Chapter 62.01)
• First consideration of Ordinance 2026-11 rezoning LSTJ Holdings property from C-1-B to C-3 Higher Intensity Commercial
• First consideration of Ordinance 2026-12 amending Planned Area Development for Emory North Liberty III in RM-22 district
• Third consideration and adoption of Ordinance 2026-10 rezoning Mickelson 3rd property (RS-6 to RD-10, ID to RS-7) and approval of preliminary plat
• Resolution 2026-91 selecting Miron Construction as Construction Manager At-Risk on a guaranteed maximum price contract

The City Council adopted Ordinance 2026-07 regarding motor vehicles and the law of the road. Council also approved several zoning changes, plat approvals, and professional service agreements for city infrastructure projects.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-07 amending Traffic Regulations (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of LSTJ Holdings, LLC rezoning to C-3 Higher-Intensity Commercial (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of The Emory North Liberty III, LC rezoning for PAD amendment (4-0)
• Approved 28E Agreement with Penn Township for cemetery maintenance (4-0)
• Approved Final Plats for Penn Street Addition - Part One and Greenbelt Trail, Part Six (4-0)
• Approved FY 2027 Social Service Funding Agreements (4-0)
• Selected Miron Construction as Construction Manager-at Risk (4-0)
• Approved amended Resolution 2026-85 for Parking Control Devices, excluding Ash Court (3-1)

Library Board

The North Liberty Library Board will approve the June meeting minutes and hear the Library Director’s report covering the budget, operations, and staff matters. The board will also review several policy documents, including the Personnel Policy Statement, Program Policy, and the Board of Trustees By‑laws. Any new business will be considered before adjournment.

• Approval of June meeting minutes
• Library Director Report – Budget
• Library Director Report – Operations
• Policy Review – Personnel Policy Statement
• Policy Review – Program Policy

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees approved the Personnel Policy Statement and the Program Policy Statement as written, both unanimously. The board also reviewed the Library Board By-laws, heard a staff report on teen programming, and agreed to send a thank-you note to teen dialogue participants.

• Approved Personnel Policy Statement as written (unanimous)
• Approved Program Policy Statement as written (unanimous)
• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to send thank-you note to teen dialogue participants

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a Water Revenue Loan and consider the final adoption of ordinances to increase water and sewer utility rates. The body will also review several subdivision agreements and a preliminary site plan for Creekside South II.

• Ordinances 2026-08 and 2026-09 to increase water and sanitary sewer utility rates
• Centennial Park Phase 2 payment to Conlon Construction Co. for $184,248.59
• Forevergreen Road & Jasper Avenue Roundabout payment to CJ Moyna & Sons, Inc. for $308,866.78
• Preliminary Site Plan approval for Creekside South II, Lots 1-4
• Rezoning of Mickelson 3rd property from RS-6 and ID to RD-10 and RS-7

The council adopted a new water rate ordinance and a new sewer rate ordinance, each passing unanimously. It also approved several development and storm‑water agreements, a parking control resolution, and set a public hearing date for the urban renewal plan amendment. All motions were approved with no dissenting votes.

• Approved Water Utility Rate Increase ordinance (5 ayes)
• Approved Sewer Utility Rate Increase ordinance (5 ayes)
• Approved Creekside South II Preliminary Site Plan (5 ayes)
• Approved Official Public Posting Location resolution (5 ayes)
• Approved Sanctuary at North Bend Developer and Stormwater Agreements (5 ayes)
• Approved Urban Central District Part Two Stormwater Agreement (5 ayes)
• Approved Urban Central District Part Two Surety Agreement (5 ayes)
• Approved Urban Central District Part Two Final Plat (5 ayes)

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

The North Liberty Planning Commission reviewed three land-use requests and voted to forward each to the City Council with a recommendation for approval. Staff and applicants discussed traffic, road extensions, density, and rental demand during the session. These recommendations require final action by the City Council before any zoning changes or construction proceed.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Elected Josey Bathke as Chair and appointed Dave Willer as Vice-Chair (6-0)
• Forwarded Creekside South II preliminary site plan to City Council with approval recommendation (6-0)
• Forwarded Quail Creek rezoning from C-1-B to C-3 commercial district to City Council with approval recommendation (6-0)
• Forwarded The Emory Phase III PAD amendment to City Council with approval recommendation (6-0)
• Approved June 2, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously

Parks & Recreation Commission

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)

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)

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)

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

Planning Commission

The commission will hear a request to rezone 3.46 acres at West Penn Street and North Jones Boulevard from light industrial to highway commercial for Kwik Trip, Inc. They will also consider a preliminary subdivision plat for a 2-lot subdivision on 3.80 acres at North Dubuque Street and North Front Street. Both items will result in recommendations to the City Council.

• Zoning map amendment (I-1 to C-2) for Kwik Trip, Inc. on 3.46 acres at southwest corner of West Penn Street and North Jones Boulevard
• Preliminary subdivision plat for a 2-lot subdivision on 3.80 acres at southwest corner of North Dubuque Street and North Front Street
• Public comment on topics not on the agenda
• Approval of March 3, 2026 Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a zoning map amendment for Kwik Trip, Inc. and a 2-lot preliminary subdivision plat. Both items were forwarded to the City Council for final consideration.

• Approved March 3, 2026 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Recommended rezoning of 3.46 acres from I-1 Light Industrial to C-2 Highway Commercial to City Council (6-0)
• Recommended approval of a 2-lot preliminary subdivision plat on approximately 3.80 acres to City Council (6-0)