North Liberty public meetings in 2024

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hear an appeal from Joel and Dawn Baker regarding an administrative decision that a canopy attached to a detached garage causes the gross floor area to exceed the 850-square-foot maximum. The board will also elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, and take public comment on non-agenda topics. This is the sole substantive agenda item.

• Appeal by Joel and Dawn Baker at 50 North George Street: canopy attached to detached garage allegedly exceeds 850 sq ft gross floor area limitation
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Public comment on topics not on the agenda

The Board of Adjustment voted 4-0 to uphold the Code Official's administrative decision that a canopy attached to a detached garage at 50 North George Street causes the gross floor area to exceed the 850 square foot limit. The Board also approved three findings of fact supporting this decision by a 3-1 vote. The meeting included procedural items such as agenda approval, election of chairperson and vice-chairperson, and approval of previous minutes.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Elected Ruttum as Chairperson (4-0)
• Elected Wieskamp as Vice Chairperson (4-0)
• Approved three findings of fact on garage canopy (3-1)
• Upheld Code Official's decision on garage canopy (4-0)
• Approved previous minutes (4-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees will meet on December 16, 2024, to review the Sex Offender Library Use Policy and approve November minutes. The board will also receive a director report covering budget and operations, introduce new staff members, and address old and new business. No specific votes, funding decisions, or ordinance changes are listed in the agenda.

• Review of the Sex Offender Library Use Policy
• Approval of November meeting minutes
• Library Director report on budget and operations
• Introduction of library staff members

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees met on December 16, 2024, but lacked a quorum, so all actions requiring a vote were postponed to the January 2025 meeting. The board reviewed the FY 2026 budget request, which includes a 4.34% total increase, and discussed staffing, but no formal decisions were made. Approval of the meeting minutes and the Library Access for Sex Offenders Against Minors Policy was also tabled.

• Postponed all voting actions to January 2025 meeting due to lack of quorum
• Tabled approval of meeting minutes until next meeting with quorum
• Tabled approval of Library Access for Sex Offenders Against Minors Policy until next meeting with quorum
• Reviewed FY 2026 budget request with 4.34% proposed increase; no changes proposed

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the Freedom Park Trail Improvements project and consider second reading of three rezonings: Watts (RS-6 to RS-9), Liberty's Gate (C-1-B to C-2), and Fire Station #2 (ID to P). Also on the agenda are ARPA fund obligations for community center projects, a USDA loan agreement with South Slope Cooperative, and a utility annexation agreement with Grace Community Church. Consent items include multiple pay applications totaling over $557,000 for various infrastructure projects and three liquor license actions.

• Public hearing on Freedom Park Trail Improvements project
• Second consideration of Fire Station #2 rezoning from Interim Development to Public District
• Second consideration of Watts rezoning from RS-6 to RS-9 single-unit residence
• Second consideration of Liberty's Gate Lots 7-8 rezoning from C-1-B to C-2 Highway Commercial
• ARPA fund obligations: agreements with United Action for Youth, Greater Iowa City, and community center projects

The North Liberty City Council approved the Freedom Park Trail Improvements project, several ARPA-funded agreements, a USDA loan agreement with South Slope Cooperative Telephone Company, and multiple rezoning ordinances. All votes were unanimous among the three present councilors, with two absent. The council also approved a policy for paying claims due to the December meeting cancellation.

• Approved Freedom Park Trail Improvements project (Resolution 2024-111) (3-0)
• Approved ARPA agreement with United Action for Youth (Resolution 2024-112) (3-0)
• Approved ARPA agreement with Greater Iowa City (Resolution 2024-113) (3-0)
• Authorized ARPA funds for Community Center Projects (Resolution 2024-114) (3-0)
• Approved USDA loan agreement with South Slope Cooperative Telephone Company (Resolution 2024-115) (3-0)
• Adopted Signage and Wayfinding Assessment (Resolution 2024-116) (3-0)
• Approved Solomons Landing Part Five final plat and related agreements (Resolutions 2024-117, 118, 119) (3-0)
• Approved rezoning for Watts property, Liberty's Gate Lots 7 & 8, and Fire Station #2 (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting for a regular agenda including approval of November minutes, parks and recreation reports, and community input. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled. The next meeting date is set for January 2, 2025, but quorum is uncertain.

• Approval of minutes from November 7, 2024
• Parks report and Recreation/Pool report
• Next meeting date: January 2, 2025, with quorum question
• Community input period

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the November 7, 2024 minutes with a minor date correction, and decided to cancel the January 2025 meeting unless a pressing issue arises. Staff reported on winter park preparations, including the removal of landscaping on West Penn Street ahead of I-380 interchange construction, completion of the Koser Park backstop, and pond maintenance at Liberty Centre Pond. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved November 7, 2024 minutes with minor date correction (unanimous)
• Cancelled January 2025 meeting unless a pressing issue arises

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a zoning map amendment and a residential district ordinance change. The body will provide recommendations to the City Council on these items.

• Rezoning request by Scanlon Family, LLC from ID Interim Development District to RS-6 Single-Unit Residence District
• Preliminary subdivision plat for approximately 12.25 acres at the east terminus of Radcliffe Drive
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 168 of the Code of Ordinances regarding residential district dimensional standards

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a zoning map amendment and preliminary subdivision plat for approximately 12.25 acres at the east terminus of Radcliffe Drive, changing the zoning from ID Interim Development District to RS-6 Single-Unit Residence District. The recommendation will go to the City Council. The Commission also unanimously recommended approval of an ordinance amendment to Chapter 168 of the City Code regarding residential district dimensional standards.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 12.25 acres from ID to RS-6 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of preliminary subdivision plat for the same property (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ordinance amendment to Chapter 168 residential dimensional standards (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 5, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will discuss the FY 26 budget framework and guidance. Several rezoning public hearings will be held, including Watts, Liberty’s Gate Lots 7 & 8, and Fire Station #2, each with first consideration of related zoning ordinances. The council will also consider a resolution to authorize a $9,195,000 general‑obligation bond issuance.

• Approval of $85,011.25 payment to Midwest Concrete for Penn Meadows Park North Parking Lot Project (Pay Application No. 8).
• Public hearing and first consideration of Ordinance 2024‑13 to rezone Watts property from RS‑6 Single‑Unit Residence District to RS‑9 Single‑Unit Residence District.
• Public hearing and first consideration of Ordinance 2024‑14 to rezone Liberty’s Gate Lots 7 & 8 from C‑1‑B General Commercial District to C‑2 Highway Commercial District.
• Resolution 2024‑108 approving the preliminary site plan for Auditor’s Parcel 2016‑069 (Liberty’s Gate Lots 4‑6).
• Resolution 2024‑110 authorizing and approving a loan agreement for the issuance of $9,195,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds (2024A bond sale).

The North Liberty City Council approved a $9.195 million general obligation bond sale, several rezoning ordinances (including first considerations for Watts, Liberty's Gate Lots 7 & 8, and Fire Station #2), and a site plan for Liberty's Gate Lots 4, 5, & 6. They also approved a services agreement with Shive-Hattery for the Ranshaw Way Phase 6 project and adopted two rezoning ordinances (Hodge Construction and North Jones LLC). All votes were unanimous among the four present councilors, with Councilor Leibold absent.

• Approved $9,195,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2024A (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2024-13 (Watts rezoning from RS-6 to RS-9) (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2024-14 (Liberty's Gate Lots 7 & 8 rezoning from C-1-B to C-2) (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2024-15 (Fire Station #2 rezoning from ID to P) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-108 (Preliminary Site Plan for Liberty's Gate Lots 4, 5, & 6) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-109 (Services Agreement with Shive-Hattery for Ranshaw Way Phase 6) (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-10 (Hodge Construction rezoning from RM-21 to C-3) (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-11 (North Jones LLC rezoning from RM-8 to RM-12) (4-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes from September, receive budget and director reports, and review three policies: Library Conduct, Art Display, and Service. Public comment will be taken. No major financial decisions or new business are on the agenda.

• Approval of September meeting minutes
• Budget report from library staff
• Review of Library Conduct Policy
• Review of Art Display Policy
• Review of Service Policy

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees unanimously approved three policies: the Library Conduct Policy, the Art Display Policy, and the Service Policy (with amendments to include hearing loops and update the website address). The board also approved the September minutes and received reports on budget, operations, and patron services. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Library Conduct Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Art Display Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Service Policy with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special session to discuss a zoning map amendment. The body will consider waiving standard rules to move to a final vote on Ordinance Number 2024-12.

• Final consideration of Ordinance Number 2024-12 to change property designation from RS-6 Single-Unit Residence District to RS-6 PAD Single-Unit Residence District

The North Liberty City Council held a special session on November 14, 2024. The Council approved the agenda, voted to waive the rules requiring two considerations prior to final passage, and approved Ordinance Number 2024-12 amending the zoning map for certain property to RS-6 PAD.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved waiving rules requiring two considerations for final ordinance passage (ayes: Smith, Park, Wayson, Sittig; nays: none)
• Approved Ordinance Number 2024-12 amending the zoning map district designation from RS-6 to RS-6 PAD (ayes: Wayson, Smith, Sittig, Park; nays: none)

City Council

The City Council will hold a regular session including a public hearing on three rezoning proposals, a resolution authorizing a General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bond sale, and discussion on allocating remaining ARPA funds. The consent agenda includes pay applications and change orders for multiple city projects such as the Centennial Park Event Complex and Forevergreen Road Signalization. Other items include a TIF funding resolution for FY26, a temporary construction easement for the Forevergreen Roundabout, and a library board appointment.

• Resolution 2024-104 awarding General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2024A
• Discussion and possible action on remaining unallocated ARPA funds
• Public hearing and first consideration of rezoning property from RM-21 Multi-Unit Residence to C-3 Higher-Intensity Commercial (Hodge Construction)
• Public hearing and first consideration of administrative rezoning from RS-6 to RS-6 PAD Single-Unit Residence District
• Resolution 2024-107 obligating Urban Renewal Tax Revenue funds for FY26 TIF payments

The North Liberty City Council approved the 2024 general obligation corporate purpose bond sale to Robert W. Baird & Co., Inc. and passed first considerations for two rezoning ordinances alongside a second consideration for a third. Council members also allocated remaining ARPA funds, approved a temporary construction easement, an Iowa DOT preconstruction agreement, and an annual urban renewal funds request for FY 26.

• Approved Resolution Number 2024-104 awarding General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2024A (5-0)
• Allocated remaining ARPA funds: $5,000 to United Action for Youth, $100,000 to Greater Iowa City, and $206,610 to Community Center projects (consensus)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance Number 2024-10 for Hodge Construction Company rezoning from RM-21 to C-3 (4-1)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance Number 2024-12 for administrative rezoning from RS-6 to RS-6 PAD (5-0)
• Approved Resolution Number 2024-105 for Forevergreen Roundabout temporary construction easement agreement with DERS Investments LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution Number 2024-106 for Iowa DOT preconstruction agreement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution Number 2024-107 and annual urban renewal funds request for FY 26 TIF (5-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance Number 2024-11 for North Jones LLC rezoning from RM-8 to RM-12 (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will receive reports on parks and recreation/pool operations, and discuss a proposed Girl Scout Dog Park Project. The meeting is largely procedural with community input and old business also on the agenda.

• Girl Scout Dog Park Project – discussion item
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The Commission unanimously agreed that a proposal by Girl Scout Troop 3743 to build a free supply station at the Dog Park has merit and should be pursued. The board also received reports on winterization efforts and upcoming park infrastructure projects.

• Approved September 7, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Supported proposal for Dog Park supply station by Girl Scout Troop 3743 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four zoning map amendments and review two preliminary site plans. These items include requests for mixed-use and multi-dwelling housing developments. The commission will provide recommendations to the City Council.

• Preliminary Site Plan for horizontal mixed-use development on 2.84 acres at North Madison Ave and Penn Court
• Rezoning from C-1-B to C-2 and site plan for 36-unit multi-dwelling housing on 1.68 acres south of North Madison Ave
• Rezoning from RS-6 to RS-9 on 1.73 acres south of Denison Avenue
• Rezoning from RS-6 to RS-6 PAD on 0.18 acres at 1470 Antler Drive
• Rezoning from ID to P Public District on 3.0 acres north of Saint Andrews Boulevard

The Planning Commission reviewed and recommended City Council approval for multiple site plans and zoning map amendments. These included projects from Grand Rail Construction & Development, Watts Development Group, Inc., and the City of North Liberty. All items were forwarded to the City Council with recommendations for approval.

• Recommended approval of Grand Rail preliminary site plan (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Grand Rail rezoning and 36-unit housing site plan (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Watts Development Group rezoning (4-0)
• Recommended approval of City administrative rezoning to RS-6 PAD (4-0)
• Recommended approval of City administrative rezoning to Public District (4-0)
• Approved October 1, 2024, meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning requests for Hodge Construction Company and North Jones LLC. Members will also discuss the allocation of remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and a 2024 bond sale.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 2024-10 to rezone property from RM-21 to C-3 Higher-Intensity Commercial
• Public hearing for Ordinance 2024-11 to rezone property from RM-8 to RM-12 Multi-Unit Residence
• Centennial Park Event Complex payment of $294,713.07 to Larson Construction Co., Inc.
• Resolution 2024-101 to set the sale date for General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2024A
• Resolution 2024-102 for CDBG-CV program policies to purchase food for North Liberty Community Pantry

The North Liberty City Council approved the first consideration of a rezoning from RM-8 to RM-12 for North Jones LLC, and tabled a rezoning request from Hodge Construction Company until the next meeting. The council also approved a 2024 bond sale resolution, several construction easement and payment items, and adopted a broad set of amendments to the Zoning Code and Subdivision Ordinance on third consideration. No old or new business was presented, and the meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda including pay applications and change orders (all ayes)
• Tabled Hodge Construction Company rezoning until next City Council meeting (all ayes)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2024-11 rezoning North Jones LLC property from RM-8 to RM-12 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-99, temporary construction easement with Scanlon Family LLC for North Liberty Road Trail (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-100, temporary construction easement with Life Church Assembly of God for North Liberty Road Trail (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-101 setting date for sale of General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2024A (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-102 for CDBG-CV policies for fresh food purchase for North Liberty Community Pantry (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-103 on parking control devices (5-0)

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the Meeting Room Use Policy. The agenda also includes budget and staff reports.

• Review of Meeting Room Use Policy

City Council

The City Council will vote on a preliminary site plan for Buck Moon Villas and a rezoning request for Corridor Media Properties, LLC. Members will also consider amendments to the Zoning Code and Subdivision Ordinance. A payment for the Forevergreen Road Signal Improvement Project is on the consent agenda.

• Payment of $509,142.03 to Eastern Iowa Excavating & Concrete for Forevergreen Road Signal Improvement Project
• Resolution 2024-97: Preliminary Site Plan for Buck Moon Villas, Lots 58-60
• Resolution 2024-98: Approval of Parking Control Devices
• Ordinance 2024-09: Amendments to Zoning Code and Subdivision Ordinance regulations
• Ordinance 2024-08: Rezoning Corridor Media Properties, LLC from O/RP to C-3 Higher-Intensity Commercial District

The North Liberty City Council approved the preliminary site plan for Buck Moon Villas, Lots 58-60, via Resolution 2024-97. They also authorized a settlement agreement between Tiffin, Coralville, and certain property owners, with one abstention. The council approved a parking control devices resolution and advanced zoning code amendments, including a rezoning to C-3 commercial district.

• Approved Buck Moon Villas preliminary site plan (Resolution 2024-97, unanimous)
• Authorized settlement agreement with Tiffin, Coralville, and property owners (5-0, Sittig abstaining)
• Approved parking control devices resolution (Resolution 2024-98, unanimous)
• Approved second consideration of zoning code amendments (Ordinance 2024-09, unanimous)
• Adopted rezoning from O/RP to C-3 (Ordinance 2024-08, unanimous, Park abstaining)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to review reports on parks and recreation/pool operations. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports.

• Approval of September 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the September 7, 2024 minutes by unanimous consent. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of staff reports on park maintenance, recreation programs, and upcoming events.

• Approved September 7, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary site plan for a townhouse development and two zoning map amendments. The body will provide recommendations to the City Council regarding these requests.

• Preliminary Site Plan for 11 townhouse units on 1.6 acres east of North Dubuque Street
• Rezoning request from RM-8 to RM-12 for 3.53 acres at 1605, 1655, and 1695 North Jones Boulevard
• Rezoning request from RM-21 to C-3 for 5.12 acres at West Forevergreen Road and Bernardy Drive

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to forward three items to the City Council with recommendations for approval: a preliminary site plan for 11 townhouse units, a rezoning from RM-8 to RM-12, and a rezoning from RM-21 to C-3. The commission also approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. No public comments were offered on any item.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Recommended approval of Buck Moon Villas preliminary site plan for 11 townhouse units on 1.6 acres (4-0)
• Recommended approval of North Jones, LLC rezoning from RM-8 to RM-12 on 3.53 acres (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Hodge Construction Company rezoning from RM-21 to C-3 on 5.12 acres (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 3, 2024 meeting (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and first consideration of an ordinance to amend zoning and subdivision regulations. The body will also consider a second reading of a rezoning request for Corridor Media Properties, LLC.

• Public hearing and first consideration of Ordinance 2024-09 regarding zoning and development
• Second consideration of Ordinance 2024-08 to rezone Corridor Media Properties, LLC from O/RP to C-3
• Centennial Park Event Complex payment to Larson Construction, Co., Inc. for $325,090.63
• Penn Street Railroad Crossing Improvements payment to Midwest Concrete, Inc. for $14,543.55 and change order for $15,000.00
• Liquor license application for Nightmare on Ale Street

The North Liberty City Council approved the first consideration of Ordinance 2024-09, amending zoning and subdivision regulations, but removed Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) from the ordinance via a 3-2 vote. The council also approved the first consideration of Ordinance 2024-08, rezoning a property from O/RP to C-3, with one abstention. The consent agenda, including multiple pay applications and liquor licenses, was approved unanimously.

• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2024-09 (zoning code amendments) as amended (5-0)
• Removed Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) from Ordinance 2024-09 (3-2)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2024-08 (rezoning to C-3) (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved consent agenda including pay applications and liquor licenses (5-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Library Board will approve minutes from August, review a collection development policy, and discuss budget and staff reports. The meeting will also include staff introductions on marketing.

• Approval of August minutes
• Review of Collection Development Policy
• Budget report
• Staff reports and questions
• Update on County Board position

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees met on September 16, 2024, and approved the continued use of the Collection Development Policy in its current form for an additional one-year term. The board also approved the August meeting minutes. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included reports and a presentation on marketing activities.

• Approved August 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved continued use of Collection Development Policy for one year (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning property for Corridor Media Properties, LLC, and approve pay applications for several road and facility improvement projects. The body will also consider a resolution to approve a developer's agreement for Liberty Commons and a new agreement with the North Liberty Community Pantry.

• Corridor Media Properties, LLC Rezoning (Public Hearing)
• Forevergreen Road Signalization Project Pay App #1 ($609,763.82)
• West Penn Street Improvements Pay App #5 ($56,676.29)
• Liberty Commons Subdivision Developer's Agreement
• North Liberty Community Pantry Agreement

The North Liberty City Council approved the first consideration of Ordinance 2024-08, rezoning property from O/RP to C-3 Higher-Intensity Commercial District, with Councilor Park abstaining. They also approved agreements with the North Liberty Community Pantry and for the Liberty Commons Subdivision, and adopted an ordinance on sewer discharges. All votes were unanimous among those present, with Councilor Leibold absent.

• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2024-08 (rezoning to C-3) (3-0, Park abstained)
• Approved Resolution 2024-95 (agreement with North Liberty Community Pantry) (3-0, Sittig abstained)
• Approved Resolution 2024-96 (Liberty Commons Subdivision developer's agreement) (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-07 (sewer discharge amendments) (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including pay applications and claims (all ayes)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to review reports from the Parks and Recreation/Pool departments. The agenda consists of procedural items and community input.

• Approval of August 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the August 8, 2024 minutes unanimously. Staff reported on park maintenance, playground and trail projects, and pool operations. No new business or formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved August 8, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment requested by Corridor Media Properties, LLC to change about 1.53 acres at 2345 Landon Road from the Office and Research Park District to a C-3 Higher-Intensity Commercial District. The commission will also hear a public hearing on a city-requested ordinance to amend Chapters 165, 167, 168, 169 and 180 of the North Liberty Code, covering preliminary site plans, zoning compliance certificates, residential district standards, parking, landscaping, fences, and subdivision design standards. Both items will be presented by staff, include public comments, and result in a recommendation to the City Council.

• Rezoning of ~1.53 acres at 2345 Landon Road from O/RP Office and Research Park District to C-3 Higher-Intensity Commercial District (request by Corridor Media Properties, LLC).
• Ordinance amendment to North Liberty Code chapters 165, 167, 168, 169, 180 covering site‑plan, zoning compliance, residential standards, parking, landscaping, fences, and subdivision design (requested by City of North Liberty).

The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of a zoning map amendment for 1.53 acres at 2345 Landon Road, changing it from O/RP Office and Research Park District to C-3 Higher-Intensity Commercial District. It also recommended approval of a city ordinance amending multiple chapters of the municipal code covering site plans, zoning compliance, parking, fences, and subdivision standards. Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of rezoning at 2345 Landon Road from O/RP to C-3 (5-0, Yotty absent)
• Recommended approval of ordinance amending Chapters 165, 167, 168, 169, 180 (6-0, Yotty absent)
• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved minutes of July 2, 2024 meeting (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2023 audit, discuss a proposal for Fire Station Number 1, and consider funding agreements for social service providers and the North Liberty Community Pantry.

• Approval of $82,335.98 for Fox Run Pond Trail Project
• Resolution accepting FY 2023 audit report
• Resolution approving Fire Station #1 services agreement
• Resolution approving Social Service Funding Agreements for FY 2025
• Discussion on North Liberty Road Trail design and federal aid agreement

The North Liberty City Council approved a services agreement with Shive-Hattery for the Fire Station #1 project, accepted the FY23 audit, and approved multiple resolutions for social service funding, road trail design, and a sewer ordinance. The council also agreed to consider a $150,000 additional contribution to the Community Pantry at a future meeting.

• Approved Resolution 2024-88 accepting FY23 audit (4-0, Leibold absent)
• Approved Resolution 2024-89 for Fire Station #1 services agreement with Shive-Hattery (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-90 for Social Service Funding Agreements FY25 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-91 for Community Pantry funding agreement (3-0, Sittig abstained)
• Approved North Liberty Road Trail design (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-90 for TAP federal-aid agreement with Iowa DOT (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-84 for CDBG administration services contract (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-93 for Solomon's Landing Part Five developer's agreement (4-0)

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to conduct an election of officers for the 2024-2025 term. The meeting includes a board orientation and reports on the budget, staff, and the Friends of the Library.

• Election of Officers 2024-2025
• Board Orientation/Refresher
• Budget report
• Introduction of new board member

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will meet to decide on updates to sewer discharge rules, approve an alcohol policy for the Centennial Center, and consider building a basketball court in Penn Meadows Park. They will also vote on contracts for construction projects, a developer agreement for Solomon’s Landing, and grants for food pantry services.

• Approval of $34,682.31 payment for West Penn Street Project (Peterson Contractors, Inc.)
• Approval of $96,886.05 payment for Street Maintenance Facility Remodel (Peak Construction Group Inc.)
• First consideration of sewer ordinance amendment (Ordinance 2024-07) prohibiting discharges into public sewers
• Possible approval of basketball court construction in Penn Meadows Park
• Adoption of Centennial Center Alcohol Policy (Resolution 2024-87)

The North Liberty City Council approved the first consideration of a sewer ordinance amendment, adopted an ordinance regulating alcohol in public areas, and approved several resolutions including a developer's agreement for Solomon's Landing, a strategic planning report, a Centennial Center alcohol policy, and a temporary construction easement for Sugar Creek Lane. All votes were unanimous among the four present councilors, with Councilor Sittig absent. No public comment was offered.

• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2024-07 amending sewer discharge rules (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-06 on alcohol consumption in public areas (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-82 for temporary construction easement for Sugar Creek Lane (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-83 for CDBG food pantry grant agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-84 for CDBG administration services contract (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-85 for Solomon's Landing Part 5 developer's agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-86 for 2024 Strategic Planning and Goal Setting Report (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-87 for Centennial Center Alcohol Policy (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will approve minutes from the June 6, 2024 meeting and note there was no July meeting. The commission will welcome new board member Kevin Smith and update the board listing. Reports will include updates on park and recreation programs, with a detailed pool operations update describing indoor pool equipment replacements and limited outdoor pool hours from Aug 23 to Sept 1. The commission will also discuss the Fall Activity Guide, released in July with registrations beginning Aug 5, and invite community input while addressing old business.

• Approve minutes from June 6, 2024 meeting
• Welcome new board member Kevin Smith
• Indoor pool motor and pump casing replacement
• Outdoor pool limited hours Aug 23–Sept 1
• Fall Activity Guide registration began Aug 5

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the June 6, 2024 minutes and unanimously re-elected Grugin as Chair, Greene as Vice Chair, and Arnold as Secretary. Staff reported on ongoing maintenance, the Fox Run playground installation, and pool repairs. No formal policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Approved June 6, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Grugin as Chair, Greene as Vice Chair, Arnold as Secretary (unanimous)

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will take a second vote on an ordinance amending rules for alcohol consumption and sales in public areas. The consent agenda includes approving a $186,422.30 payment for the City Hall Project and a $60,409.31 payment for Fox Run Pond Trail improvements. The council will also approve a temporary construction easement purchase for the Sugar Creek Lane Maintenance Project.

• Second consideration of Ordinance 2024-06 amending Chapters 45 and 47 regarding alcohol in public areas
• Approval of Pay Application 15-R1 for City Hall Project totaling $186,422.30
• Approval of Pay Application 1 for Fox Run Pond Trail Improvements totaling $60,409.31
• Resolution 2024-81 approving purchase of Temporary Construction Easement from J & T Property Management, LLC for Sugar Creek Lane
• Renewal of liquor licenses for El Patron Mexican Restaurant, Liberty View Wine & Spirits, and Micky’s Irish Pub

The North Liberty City Council approved the second consideration of Ordinance 2024-06, amending city code on alcohol consumption and sale in authorized public areas. They also approved Resolution 2024-81 to purchase a temporary construction easement from J & T Property Management for the Sugar Creek Lane Project. The consent agenda, including liquor license renewals and pay applications, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-06 amending alcohol rules in public areas (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-81 for Sugar Creek Lane temporary easement (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewals and pay applications (unanimous)

Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board

The Board will discuss tree planting at Penn Meadows Park and ash tree removal progress. The meeting also includes a report on the Freedom Park fish kill cleanup.

• Fall tree planting at Penn Meadows Park
• Ash tree removal progress
• Freedom Park fish kill cleanup
• Middle Iowa Watershed Management Authority kickoff meeting

The board approved the April 2024 meeting minutes and appointed its Chairperson, Vice Chair, and Secretary for the 2025 fiscal year. Members received updates on tree planting delays at Penn Meadows Park and a fishkill event at Freedom Park.

• Approved April 2024 meeting minutes
• Appointed Abdouramane Bila as Chairperson
• Appointed Kevin McGrane as Vice Chair
• Appointed Michael Burrill as Secretary

City Council

The City Council will consider a public hearing and first reading for an ordinance regarding alcohol in public areas. The agenda also includes a preliminary plat for The Sanctuary at North Bend and various project agreements.

• Ordinance 2024-06: Alcohol consumption and sale in authorized public areas
• The Sanctuary at North Bend Preliminary Plat approval (Resolution 2024-75)
• Signage Wayfinding Assessment and Needs Analysis proposal (Resolution 2024-76)
• Shive Hattery agreements for Freedom Park Trail and Community Center Parking Lot
• Streets & Maintenance Facility remodel change order: $11,263.79

The City Council approved the first consideration of an ordinance regarding the sale and consumption of alcohol in authorized public areas. The council also approved a preliminary plat for The Sanctuary at North Bend and several infrastructure service agreements.

• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2024-06 regarding alcohol in public areas (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for The Sanctuary at North Bend (5-0)
• Approved Guide Studio proposal for Signage Wayfinding Assessment and Needs Analysis (5-0)
• Approved Shive-Hattery agreement for Freedom Park Trail Improvements Project (5-0)
• Approved Shive-Hattery agreement for Community Center Parking Lot Improvements Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Construction Easement Agreement with Barbara A. Halm for Sugar Creek Lane Project (5-0)
• Approved Iowa DOT Detour Route Funding Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $11,263.79 change order for Streets & Maintenance Facility remodel (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary subdivision plat request. The proposal involves a 30-lot subdivision on approximately 43.7 acres located north of West Forevergreen Road.

• Preliminary Subdivision Plat: Primestone Residential (30 lots on ~43.7 acres)

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve a preliminary subdivision plat for a 30-lot development on approximately 43.7 acres. The commission also elected new leadership for the body.

• Appointed Amy Yotty as chairperson (all ayes)
• Appointed Barry A’Hearn as Vice-Chairperson (all ayes)
• Recommended approval of Primestone Residential's 30-lot preliminary subdivision plat (5-0)
• Approved June 4, 2024 meeting minutes (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding fiscal year salaries, transfers, and a recreational trails grant application. The agenda also includes multiple rezoning ordinances for Buck Moon Villas, LLC and Primestone Residential.

• City Hall Project pay application #13-R: $243,807.63
• Streets & Maintenance Facility interior remodel pay application #4: $161,316.70
• Resolution 2024-71 regarding FY 2025 salaries and hourly wages
• Ordinance 2024-04 rezoning Buck Moon Villas, LLC property to RM-12 Multi-Unit Residence District
• Ordinance 2024-05 rezoning Primestone Residential property across multiple districts

The North Liberty City Council unanimously approved resolutions for Fiscal Year 2025 employee salaries and additional fiscal transfers. The council also adopted two zoning ordinances, changing land designations for Buck Moon Villas and the Primestone area, and confirmed several board and commission appointments. A resolution supporting an Iowa State Recreational Trails grant application was also passed.

• Approved FY 2025 salaries and wages resolution (5-0)
• Approved FY 2024 additional transfers resolution (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-04 rezoning Buck Moon Villas to RM-12 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-05 rezoning Primestone property (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 2024-70 supporting SRT Program grant application (5-0)
• Confirmed Mayoral appointments to Planning, Parks, Library, and other boards (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including liquor licenses and construction payments (5-0)
• Accepted improvements and released surety for Solomon’s Landing Part Two (5-0)

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review the Internet & Technology Policy. The meeting includes reports regarding the budget, Friends group, and director.

• Internet & Technology Policy review

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees approved the April and May 2024 meeting minutes and adopted an updated Internet and Technology Policy. The board also reviewed budget reports, noting that surplus funds from a 'Transform Communities' grant will be used for accessibility improvements, including a backdoor conversion and new carpet.

• Approved April and May 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Internet and Technology Policy (voice vote)
• Allocated grant surplus for accessibility upgrades (backdoor conversion, carpet)

City Council

The City Council will consider several preliminary site plans and stormwater maintenance agreements. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreement and various rezoning ordinances.

• Penn Meadows Parking Lot Project pay application for $112,163.93
• West Penn Street Improvements Project pay application for $31,110.51 and a $7,859.84 change order
• Preliminary Site Plan for Solomon’s Entertainment District – Part Two
• Preliminary Site Plan for 350 W. Penn Street
• Rezoning of Primestone Residential property involving multiple districts

The North Liberty City Council approved a series of resolutions and ordinance readings on June 11, 2024, including preliminary site plans for Solomon's Entertainment District Part Two and 350 W. Penn Street, a janitorial services contract, and several stormwater and easement agreements. The council also approved the second consideration of two rezoning ordinances, including the Primestone Residential Rezoning, which passed 3-1 with Councilor Wayson voting no. Councilor Erek Sittig was absent. A public hearing on a General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreement was opened and closed with no comments, and a resolution setting a future public hearing date was approved.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, pay applications, change order, and claims (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution 2024-62 setting date for public hearing on General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreement (4-0, Sittig absent)
• Approved Resolution 2024-63 approving Janitorial Services Contract with Riggangood, LLC (4-0, Sittig absent)
• Approved Resolution 2024-64 approving Preliminary Site Plan for Solomons Entertainment District – Part Two, Lot 1 (4-0, Sittig absent)
• Approved Resolution 2024-65 approving Preliminary Site Plan for 350 W. Penn Street (4-0, Sittig absent)
• Approved Resolution 2024-66 approving Public Easement Agreement between TL&L, City, and State Board of Regents (4-0, Sittig absent)
• Approved Resolution 2024-67 approving Storm Water Management Facilities Maintenance Agreement and Easements with Greenbelt Trail, L.L.C. (4-0, Sittig absent)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The North Liberty Parks & Recreation Commission will approve May meeting minutes and review three expiring board seats with nine applications on file. Staff will report that the indoor pool remains closed for equipment replacement, while outdoor summer hours begin June 6 for community use. The commission will also accept public input and address ongoing business.

• Approval of May 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of three expiring board terms and nine submitted applications
• Indoor pool remains closed for motor and pump casing replacement
• Outdoor pool begins regular summer hours on June 6
• Next meeting rescheduled from July 4 (date pending)

The commission approved the April 4, 2024, meeting minutes and cancelled the July meeting due to the July 4 holiday. Staff provided updates on park maintenance, the opening of the Red Fern Dog Park, and the closure of the indoor pool due to mechanical failures.

• Approved April 4, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled July meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two preliminary site plan requests on West Penn Street. These include a 5,046 square foot financial institution and a 10,500 square foot community pantry building.

• Preliminary Site Plan: Corda Credit Union (5,046 sq ft) on 1.03 acres near North Jones Boulevard
• Preliminary Site Plan: North Liberty Community Pantry (10,500 sq ft) on 3.04 acres near North Dubuque Street

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve preliminary site plans for a new financial institution and a community pantry building. Both requests were forwarded with recommendations for approval following staff presentations.

• Recommended approval of Corda Credit Union preliminary site plan for a 5,046 sq ft building (5-0)
• Recommended approval of North Liberty Community Pantry preliminary site plan for a 10,500 sq ft building (5-0)
• Approved May 7, 2024, meeting minutes (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will consider a budget amendment for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The meeting includes discussions on bond sale proposals, Centennial Events Center rental fees, and several zoning changes.

• City Hall Project Change Order Number 5: $19,586.00
• Streets & Maintenance Facility Interior Remodel Pay Application Number 4: $120,990.55
• Proposed budget amendment for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024
• Essential Purpose Loan Agreement and General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreement proposals
• Buck Moon Villas, LLC rezoning from RS-6 to RM-12

The North Liberty City Council approved the Centennial Park Events Complex contract and its rental fee structure, and advanced two rezoning requests. The Primestone Residential rezoning passed on 3-1 votes with one abstention, while the Buck Moon Villas rezoning and North Ridge Part Four rezoning passed unanimously. The council also approved the FY 24 budget amendment and two bond-related resolutions.

• Approved FY 24 Budget Amendment (Resolution 2024-56) (5-0)
• Approved additional action on Essential Purpose Loan Agreement (Resolution 2024-57) (5-0)
• Set public hearing date for General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreement (Resolution 2024-58) (5-0)
• Approved bid and contract for Centennial Park Events Complex Project (Resolution 2024-59) (5-0)
• Approved Centennial Center rental fee structure (Resolution 2024-60) (5-0)
• Approved first consideration of Buck Moon Villas rezoning from RS-6 to RM-12 (Ordinance 2024-04) (5-0)
• Approved Future Land Use Map amendment for Primestone (Resolution 2024-61) (3-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved first consideration of Primestone rezoning (Ordinance 2024-05) (3-1, 1 abstention)

Library Board

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees will conduct reviews of program, personnel, and by-law policies. The agenda also includes budget, director, and staff reports.

• Review of Program Policy
• Review of Board By-Laws
• Review of Personnel Policy Statement
• Budget report
• Approval of April minutes

The Board approved the Program Policy and Personnel Policy Statement in their current forms. Approval of the April 2024 minutes was deferred to the June meeting.

• Approved Program Policy and Personnel Policy Statement (voice vote)
• Deferred approval of April 2024 minutes to June meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Budget and Capital Improvements Plan. Additional items include discussions on several site plans, plat approvals, and fee structures.

• FY 25 Annual Budget and Capital Improvements Plan (Resolution 2024-46)
• West Penn Street Improvements Project pay application for $106,397.25
• Preliminary Site Plan for Lot 1 Water Tower Place (Resolution 2024-47)
• Solomons Landing – Part Five Preliminary Plat (Resolution 2024-48)
• North Liberty Community Pantry agreement (Resolution 2024-49)

The City Council approved the Annual Budget and Capital Improvements Plan for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. Other actions included approving several site plans, a recreation fee structure, and a zoning map amendment.

• Approved FY 25 Annual Budget and Capital Improvements Plan (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Site Plan for Lot 1 Water Tower Place (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Solomons Landing – Part Five (5-0)
• Approved agreement with North Liberty Community Pantry (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Recreation Fee Structure (5-0)
• Approved utility easement for Forevergreen Road Signalization Project (5-0)
• Approved public improvements and dedication of Saratoga Place (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of North Ridge Part Four from ID to RS-4 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The North Liberty Planning Commission will consider several development requests on May 7, 2024. The agenda includes a 49-lot subdivision plat and a site plan for 58 residential units. The commission will also hold public hearings regarding zoning amendments near Highway 965 and West Forevergreen Road.

• 49-lot subdivision plat on North Jones Boulevard
• Site plan for 58 residential units at North Madison Ave and Tower Drive
• Rezoning of 1.01 acres at Highway 965/Ranshaw Way and North Dubuque Street
• Land use and rezoning requests for 43.74 acres near West Forevergreen Road

The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval to the City Council for two subdivision/site plans and two zoning map amendments. These requests include a 49-lot subdivision, a 58-unit dwelling project, and two rezoning requests for residential and commercial use.

• Recommended approval of 49-lot Preliminary Subdivision Plat by Pratt Real Estate Management Inc. (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary Site Plan for 58 units by Dahnovan Holdings (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 1.01 acres from RS-6 to RM-12 for Buck Moon Villas, LLC (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Future Land Use Map and zoning amendments for 43.74 acres by Primestone Residential (4-0)
• Approved April 2, 2024 meeting minutes (all ayes)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review upcoming board term expirations and a revised NLCC fees proposal. The meeting also includes updates on the Next Stage project and various department reports.

• Three board terms expiring June 30, 2024: Amy Chen, Donglin Chai, and Gwen Johnson
• Revised NLCC Fees Proposal to be presented at May 14th City Council Meeting
• Next Stage project update

The Parks & Recreation Commission unanimously recommended a revised fee proposal for the North Liberty Community Center to the City Council. The proposal includes raising the daily fee from $4 to $6 and adjusting membership structures, though specific membership labels and pricing tiers will be reviewed later. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and noted that three commission seats are opening with applications due May 23.

• Approved April 4, 2024 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Recommended NLCC fee proposal to City Council (unanimous)
• Suggested education campaign for fee changes (unanimous)
• Noted three board openings with applications due May 23

City Council

The Council will hold public hearings for the North Ridge Part Four rezoning and the Centennial Park Event Complex Phase 1. The agenda also includes setting a budget hearing date and adopting an e-scooter ordinance.

• Rezoning of North Ridge Part Four to RS-4 Single-Unit Residence District
• Public hearing for Centennial Park Event Complex Phase 1 plans and costs
• Adoption of Ordinance 2024-02 regarding electric scooter operations
• Contract approval for Johnson County SEATS transit services
• $25,118.00 change order for City Hall Project

The North Liberty City Council approved the first consideration of a rezoning ordinance for North Ridge Part Four, changing land from Interim Development to Single-Unit Residence. They also finally approved plans and costs for the Centennial Park Event Complex Phase 1 and adopted an ordinance regulating e-scooters. Additionally, the council approved developer agreements for Greenbelt Trail Subdivision parts three and four and a contract for SEATS on-demand transit services.

• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2024-03 rezoning North Ridge Part Four from ID to RS-4 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-41 for Centennial Park Event Complex Phase 1 plans and costs (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-42 for Greenbelt Trail Subdivision Part Three developer agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-43 for Greenbelt Trail Subdivision Part Four developer agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-44 for SEATS Same-Day On-Demand Transit Services contract (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-45 setting time and place for FY 2024-2025 Budget public hearing (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-02 amending code for micromobility devices/e-scooters (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including City Hall Change Order #4 ($25,118.00) and Streets Remodel Pay App #3 ($110,624.33) (4-0)

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes from January and March. The meeting includes reviews of the budget, director, and Friends reports, as well as policy reviews for volunteers and proctoring.

• Review of Volunteer Policy
• Review of Proctoring Policy
• Budget report review

The Library Board of Trustees approved updates to the volunteer and proctoring policies. The board also approved the meeting minutes from January and March.

• Approved January meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved March meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Volunteer Policy (voice vote)
• Approved Proctoring Policy (voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session focused on establishing goals for the upcoming years. This meeting is dedicated to long-term planning for 2025 through 2027.

• City Council Goal Setting for Years 2025-2027

City Council

The North Liberty City Council held a special session on April 11, 2024. The meeting consisted of a planning and goal-setting work session with the ECICOG team for the years 2024 to 2026. No substantive policy decisions, approvals, or votes on ordinances were recorded.

• Conducted planning and goal setting for 2024-2026 with ECICOG team
• Adjourned at 8:10 p.m. (all ayes)

Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board

The Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board is reviewing tree reports and stormwater management activities. Discussion includes ash tree removal progress, park awards, and wetland area improvements.

• MidAmerican 2024 Trees Please Grant of $1000 awarded to Penn Meadows Park
• Progress report on ash tree removals
• Muddy Creek & Trail clean-up report
• Goose Lake Wetland area improvements and prairie burns

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will hold a special session to conduct a public hearing. The hearing concerns the proposed Tax Levy for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 City of North Liberty Budget.

• Public Hearing regarding proposed Tax Levy for the FY 2024-25 City of North Liberty Budget

The City Council conducted a special session for a public hearing regarding the proposed tax levy rate for the FY 2024-25 budget. Residents provided feedback and requested explanations regarding property tax increases and the tax levy notification form. No formal votes were taken on the budget or levy rate during this session.

• Approved the meeting agenda (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will consider the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and a resolution for parking control devices. Other items include an easement agreement with Coralville and property acquisition for Fire Station #2.

• Streets & Maintenance Facility interior remodel pay application: $55,979.32
• Resolution 2024-35 regarding parking control devices
• Resolution 2024-36 setting a public hearing for the FY 25 Budget
• Resolution 2024-37: Sanitary Sewer Easement between Coralville and North Liberty
• Resolution 2024-38: West Penn Street Project easement agreements

The North Liberty City Council approved a series of resolutions, including setting a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget, buying land for the West Side Fire Station Project, and approving easement agreements for sewer and the West Penn Street project. The council also approved parking control devices, authorized applying for IMWCA membership, and advanced an e-scooter ordinance on second consideration with an amendment. All votes were unanimous among the four present members; Councilor Brent Smith was absent.

• Approved Resolution 2024-36 setting time and place for FY 2024-2025 budget public hearing (4-0, Smith absent)
• Approved Resolution 2024-40 purchase agreement for West Side Fire Station Project property (4-0, Smith absent)
• Approved Resolution 2024-38 right-of-way and construction easements with EC Farm, LLC and James Avenue Sod Farm LLC for West Penn Street Project (4-0, Smith absent)
• Approved Resolution 2024-37 perpetual sanitary sewer and temporary construction easement agreement with City of Coralville (4-0, Smith absent)
• Approved Resolution 2024-35 parking control devices (4-0, Smith absent)
• Approved Resolution 2024-39 authorizing application for IMWCA membership (4-0, Smith absent)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2024-02 on micromobility/e-scooter devices, with an amendment (4-0, Smith absent)
• Approved consent agenda including March 26 minutes, $55,979.32 pay application to Peak Construction, and liquor license items (all ayes)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review a fee proposal for the North Liberty Community Center. The commission is tasked with discussing the proposal and making a recommendation for City Council approval.

• Discussion of NLCC Fees Proposal
• Recommendation for City Council approval regarding fees

The Commission expressed support for a simplified $6.00 daily fee for rec center and pool use, intended for implementation on May 1. Staff will revisit pool rental costs and membership structures to bring back to the Commission for further review.

• Approved March 7, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning map amendment. The request involves rezoning 5.36 acres from an ID Interim Development District to an RS-4 Single-Unit Residential District.

• Public Hearing: Rezoning of 5.36 acres at the northeast corner of North Liberty Road and Oak Lane NE

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve a zoning map amendment for property at the northeast corner of North Liberty Road and Oak Lane NE. The request seeks to change the zoning from ID Interim Development District to RS-4 Single-Unit Residential District.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 5.36 acres from ID to RS-4 (4-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Approved February 6, 2024 meeting minutes (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and first consideration for Ordinance 2024-02 regarding electric personal assistive and micromobility devices. The council will also consider a resolution for a public utility easement sharing agreement with Linn County REC.

• Public hearing and first consideration of E-scooter Ordinance 2024-02
• Linn County REC Public Utility Easement Sharing Agreement Resolution
• Liquor license applications for Rayo Mexican Bar & Grill, Izumi Sushi & Hibachi, and Aldi #57
• Liquor license renewals for Bluebird Café, Quail Creek Golf Course, and Revitalize U

The City Council approved a grant application to purchase fresh food for the North Liberty Community Pantry. Council also advanced a new ordinance regarding e-scooters and approved a utility easement agreement.

• Approved $100,000 CDBG-CV grant application for North Liberty Community Pantry fresh food (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2024-02 regarding e-scooter and micromobility devices (5-0)
• Approved Public Utility Easement Sharing Agreement with Linn County Rural Electric Cooperative Association (5-0)
• Approved $43,549.54 payment to Peak Construction Group, Inc. for Streets & Maintenance Facility Remodel (5-0)
• Approved liquor license application for Aldi #57 (5-0)
• Approved liquor license renewal for Quail Creek Golf Course (5-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees will discuss the library's strategic plan and mission statement. The meeting also includes reports on the budget, director, and Friends group.

• Review of Library Strategic Plan and Mission Statement
• Budget report
• Director report
• Approval of January minutes
• Welcome new board member

The Board approved updates to the Collection Development policy and the removal of the Statement of Concern from online comment cards. The Board also welcomed a new member and reviewed the Strategic Plan and Mission Statement without taking formal action.

• Appointed Angie F. to fill Lindsay B.’s vacant seat
• Approved removal of Statement of Concern from online comment card (voice vote)
• Approved Collection Development updates (voice vote)

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will vote on updates to speed zone locations and a services agreement for the North Liberty Road Trail Project. The council will also hold a public hearing regarding a grant application for fresh food through the Community Pantry.

• Services Agreement with Shive-Hattery, Inc. for the North Liberty Road Trail Project
• Public hearing for Community Development Block Grant funds for fresh food
• Adoption of Ordinance 2024-01 regarding speed zone locations and citation criteria
• Easement agreement for the West Penn Street Project
• Appointment of Angela Fogt to the Library Board

The North Liberty City Council approved Resolution 2024-29, authorizing a $100,000 CDBG-CV grant application to buy fresh food for the North Liberty Community Pantry, with Councilor Sittig abstaining. The council also approved a services agreement with Shive-Hattery for the North Liberty Road Trail Project, released surety for the Water Tower Place Subdivision, approved a right-of-way easement agreement with Marcella Raim for the West Penn Street Project, and adopted Ordinance 2024-01 updating speed violation citation criteria and special speed zone locations. Councilor Leibold and Mayor Hoffman were absent. No old or new business was presented.

• Approved Resolution 2024-29: $100,000 CDBG-CV grant application for fresh food purchases for the North Liberty Community Pantry (ayes: Park, Smith, Wayson; abstain: Sittig; absent: Leibold)
• Approved Resolution 2024-30: services agreement with Shive-Hattery, Inc. for the North Liberty Road Trail Project (4-0; absent: Leibold)
• Approved Resolution 2024-31: release of surety for Water Tower Place Subdivision (4-0; absent: Leibold)
• Approved Resolution 2024-32: permanent right-of-way easement agreement with Marcella Raim for the West Penn Street Project (4-0; absent: Leibold)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-01 on third consideration: updates speed violation citation criteria and special speed zone locations (4-0; absent: Leibold)
• Affirmed appointment of Angela Fogt to fill a vacancy on the Library Board (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including February 27, 2024 minutes and claims list (all ayes)
• Approved the meeting agenda (all ayes)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review the February 1, 2024, meeting minutes and receive reports regarding parks and recreation/pool updates. The agenda includes time for community input and various business items.

• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The Commission approved the minutes from the February 1, 2024 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff reports on park maintenance, recreation programming, and responses to commissioner inquiries regarding budgets and facilities.

• Approved February 1, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding the West Penn Street Improvements Project and a naming rights agreement for Centennial Park. The agenda also includes discussions on withdrawing from the Johnson County Dive Team 28E and updating local speed zone ordinances.

• City Hall Project: Change Order Number 3 for $23,429.00
• City Hall Project: Pay Application Number 12 for $245,300.82
• West Penn Street Improvements Project contract and easement resolutions
• Centennial Park Play Yard Naming Rights Agreement with Watts Family Foundation
• Second consideration of Ordinance Number 2024-01 regarding speed zones

The City Council approved a contract and easements for the West Penn Street Improvements project. Other actions included updating speed zone ordinances and approving a naming rights agreement for Centennial Park.

• Approved West Penn Street Improvements contract and easements (4-0)
• Approved MOU for West Penn Street Improvements with CIPC and Johnson County (4-0)
• Directed staff to withdraw from Johnson County Dive Team 28E Agreement (4-0)
• Approved MOU with Johnson County for Middle Iowa Watershed Management Authority (4-0)
• Approved Centennial Park Next Stage Park Project naming rights with Watts Family Foundation (4-0)
• Accepted public improvements for Water Tower Place Subdivision (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-01 updating speed violation criteria and special speed zones (4-0)
• Approved City Hall Project change order for $23,429.00 and pay application for $245,300.82 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed changes to speed zone locations and violation criteria. The meeting also includes discussions on a police traffic study and the FY 2024-25 budget process.

• $435,036.79 pay application for City Hall construction
• Public hearing on Ordinance Number 2024-01 regarding speed zone locations and violation criteria
• Preliminary Site Plan approval for 1085 Liberty Way
• Naming Rights Agreement with Relion, Inc. for Centennial Park Next Stage Park Project
• Statement of Work A-2 for accounting services with FORVIS, LLP

The North Liberty City Council approved the first consideration of Ordinance 2024-01, which updates speed violation citation criteria and special speed zone locations, after a public hearing with no comments. The council also approved the preliminary site plan for 1085 Liberty Way and several other resolutions, including support for manufactured housing park residents and a naming rights agreement with Relion, Inc. for the Centennial Park Next Stage Park Project. All votes were unanimous, and no old or new business was presented.

• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2024-01 updating speed violation citation criteria and special speed zones (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-15, preliminary site plan for 1085 Liberty Way (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-16 in support of manufactured housing park residents (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-17, naming rights agreement with Relion, Inc. for Centennial Park Next Stage Park Project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-18 setting public hearing for FY 2024-25 Consolidated General Fund Tax Levy (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-19, Statement of Work A-2 with FORVIS, LLP for accounting services (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-20 assessing delinquent amounts to individual property taxes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-21, right of way and temporary construction easements for West Penn Street Project (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary site plan for a multi-tenant commercial building. The project includes a drive-through facility on 1.48 acres of land.

• Preliminary Site Plan: Senne Property Investments IA, LLC
• 11,600 square foot multi-tenant commercial building with drive through
• Southeast corner of Liberty Way and North Jones Boulevard

The North Liberty Planning Commission voted 7-0 to accept staff's finding and forward a Preliminary Site Plan to the City Council with a recommendation for approval. The plan covers an 11,600 square foot multi-tenant commercial building with a drive-through facility on 1.48 acres at the southeast corner of Liberty Way and North Jones Boulevard. The Commission also approved its January 2, 2024 minutes and heard that no new applications were received in February, so no meeting will be held in March.

• Forwarded Preliminary Site Plan for 11,600 sq ft multi-tenant commercial building with drive-through on 1.48 acres to City Council with recommendation for approval (7-0)
• Accepted staff finding that the preliminary site plan meets approval standards in Section 165.05(2)(E) of the Zoning Code (7-0)
• Approved January 2, 2024 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved the February 6, 2024 agenda (all ayes)
• Adjourned at 6:37 p.m. (all ayes)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review the January 4, 2024, meeting minutes and receive reports regarding parks and recreation/pool updates. The agenda includes opportunities for community input and discussion of new and old business.

• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The commission approved the minutes from the January 4, 2024, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff reports regarding park maintenance, facility usage, and budget reviews.

• Approved January 4, 2024, minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding plans and cost estimates for the West Penn Street Improvements Project. The council is also scheduled to review the FY 2024-25 budget, including operational and capital projects. Additionally, several resolutions regarding land plats and an annexation are on the agenda.

• Public hearing for West Penn Street Improvements Project plans and cost estimates
• Resolution to accept the bid for Forevergreen Road Signalization Project
• $225,742.19 pay application for Penn Meadows Park North Parking Improvements
• Approval of preliminary and final plats for Liberty Centre Part 1D
• Approval of preliminary and final plats for Solomons Entertainment District – Part Two

The Council approved preliminary and final plats for Liberty Centre Part 1D and Solomons Entertainment District Part Two. It also authorized a signalization project for Forevergreen Road and improvements for West Penn Street. A property annexation was approved, and the Council reached a consensus to fund social service grants at $170,000 for FY 25.

• Approved West Penn Street Improvements Project plans and costs (5-0)
• Approved Forevergreen Road Signalization Project contract (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary and Final Plats for Liberty Centre Part 1D (5-0)
• Approved property annexation for Scanlon (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary and Final Plats for Solomons Entertainment District – Part Two (5-0)
• Approved $225,742.19 for Penn Meadows Park North Parking Improvements (5-0)
• Approved $7,766.44 change order for Ranshaw Way Phase 5 Improvements (5-0)
• Reached consensus to fund FY 25 social service grants at $170,000

Library Board

The North Liberty Library Board will meet to review several library policies, including child safety and service. The board will also hear budget, director, and Friends of the Library reports.

• Review of Library Child Safety and Vulnerable Adults policy
• Review of Service policy
• Discussion regarding Statement of Concern
• Budget report
• Director's report

The Board approved updates to the Library Child Safety and Vulnerable Adults policy and the Service policy. The Service policy update includes the discontinuation of mobile hotspots. December 2023 meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved December 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Library Child Safety and Vulnerable Adults policy (voice vote)
• Approved Service policy to discontinue hotspots (voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will review and discuss department budgets within the General, Utilities, and Road Use Tax Funds. This session focuses on reviewing revenues and minor capital projects before a follow-up meeting for consensus.

• General Fund revenue and department reviews
• Road Use Tax Budget review
• Storm Water Budget review
• Water Budget review
• Wastewater Budget review

The City Council held a special session to review proposed budgets for the General Fund, Road Use Tax, Storm Water, Water, and Wastewater. No substantive votes were taken on the budget proposals during this meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (all ayes)

Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board

The board will review tree reports, including ash tree removal progress and a grant application for Penn Meadows Park. The meeting also includes discussions on salt usage and Goose Lake Wetland improvements.

• MidAmerican 2024 Trees Please Grant application (Penn Meadows Park)
• Progress on ash tree removals
• Muddy Creek & Trail clean-up scheduled for April 6
• Salt usage on sidewalks and parking lots
• Goose Lake Wetland area improvements

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding an Urban Renewal Loan Agreement and the Forevergreen Road Signalization Project. The agenda also includes resolutions for a new investment policy and a grant agreement for the Centennial Center. Additionally, the council will review a preliminary site plan for Solomons Entertainment District.

• Public hearing on Urban Renewal Loan Agreement proposal
• Plans and cost estimates for Forevergreen Road Signalization Project
• Right-of-way acquisition from Byron L. Tinkey & TL&L, Inc. for Forevergreen Road
• Grant agreement for the Centennial Center via Enhance Iowa Board
• Preliminary site plan for Solomons Entertainment District

The City Council approved a General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreement and finalized plans for the Forevergreen Road Signalization Project. The council also approved a new city investment policy and a grant agreement for the Centennial Center.

• Approved General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreement (5-0)
• Approved plans and cost estimates for Forevergreen Road Signalization Project (5-0)
• Approved right of way acquisition from Byron L. Tinkey & TL&L, Inc. for Forevergreen Road (5-0)
• Approved City of North Liberty Investment Policy (5-0)
• Approved Community Attraction and Tourism Grant Agreement for Centennial Center (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Site Plan for Solomons Entertainment District – Part Two (5-0)
• Approved right of way acquisition from Hickory Pointe, LLC for West Penn Street Improvement Project (5-0)
• Approved liquor license renewals for Urban Fuel, Walgreens, and The Station (5-0)

Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board

The board will review reports on 2024 tree plantings, removals, and the Tree City USA application. Members will also receive updates on stormwater projects for Liberty Centre Pond and Muddy Creek.

• MidAmerican 2025 Trees Please Grant application for Penn Meadows Park
• Liberty Centre Pond edge stone repair and north point dredging
• Muddy Creek Culvert cleanout project
• Muddy Creek & Trail clean-up on April 5th
• Tree City USA 2024 application approval

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will welcome new board members Nicholas Arnold and Donglin Chai. The agenda includes a Next Stage update from Nick Bergus and reports regarding parks and recreation/pool activities.

• Welcome of new board members Nicholas Arnold and Donglin Chai
• Next Stage Update by Community Relations Director Nick Bergus
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The commission approved the December 2023 meeting minutes and appointed Nicholas Arnold as Board Secretary. Members received progress reports on the Centennial Stage project, the Penn Meadows Park ice rink, and the Fox Run Park project.

• Approved December 7, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Nicholas Arnold as Board Secretary (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two preliminary subdivision plats for residential lots. The commission will also review a preliminary site plan for a multi-tenant commercial building.

• 2-lot subdivision on 2.12 acres west of Community Drive
• 2-lot subdivision on 2.54 acres at West Penn Street and North Jones Boulevard
• 9,020 square foot multi-tenant commercial building at West Penn Street and North Jones Boulevard

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval for two preliminary subdivision plats and one preliminary site plan, forwarding them to the City Council. The requests included a 2-lot subdivision on Community Drive, a 2-lot commercial subdivision at West Penn Street and North Jones Boulevard, and a 9,020 square foot commercial building on the same corner. No public comments were offered, and the commission discussed traffic and design details for the commercial building before voting.

• Recommended approval for NLCD Lot 12, LC 2-lot subdivision (7-0)
• Recommended approval for Pratt Real Estate Management 2-lot subdivision (7-0)
• Recommended approval for Pratt Real Estate Management 9,020 sq ft commercial site plan (7-0)
• Approved minutes from October 4, 2023 meeting (7-0)