Osage public meetings in 2025
19 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Osage City Council approved the FY 2026 budget for Osage Municipal Utilities, two change orders for the 2025 Street Project, and the final payment certificate for the project. They also approved a special class C retail alcohol license for Below Par Golf Lounge, set 2026 meeting dates, and began the process to fill a council vacancy after Council Member Olson announced her resignation.
- Approved FY 2026 budget for Osage Municipal Utilities
- Approved change order #7 ($748) and #8 ($9,190.50) for 2025 Street Project
- Approved final payment certificate for 2025 Street Project ($78,091.31 final payment, $119,694.64 retainage)
- Approved special class C retail alcohol license for Below Par Golf Lounge
- Approved resolution to fill council vacancy after Olson's resignation
City Council
The Osage City Council approved the amended FY26 budget to account for pass-thru grant and street project funds, and certified the November 4 election results. They also approved a cigarette sales permit for Rusty's Last Call and a consent agenda with claims totaling over $150,000.
- Approved amended FY26 budget (Res. 25-26-35) for pass-thru grant and street project funds
- Certified Nov. 4 election results; new officials include Brian Fangmeier, Larry Mork, Bill Hughet, Mitchell Wigern
- Approved cigarette sales permit for Rusty's Last Call (Res. 25-26-36)
- Approved claims totaling $150,000+ (e.g., SEH $46,925.27, SISCO $32,622.66, CRC $18,158.18)
- Public hearing on budget amendment had no comments
City Council
The Osage City Council will meet to approve the abstract of votes from the November 4, 2025 election, and hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the FY25 budget, followed by a resolution to approve it. The agenda also includes a resolution authorizing the sale of cigarettes, approval of travel requests, and routine consent items such as monthly reports, minutes, and claims.
- Approve abstract of votes cast Nov. 4, 2025
- Public hearing and resolution for FY25 budget amendment
- Resolution authorizing sale of cigarettes
- Approval of travel requests
- Consent agenda: monthly reports, minutes, claims
City Council
The Osage City Council approved routine claims, including a large $770,057.03 payment, and accepted the annual Urban Renewal Report and TIF obligations. They also set a public hearing for a budget amendment, approved a library board appointment, and authorized a $15,000 feasibility study for plaza renovations. The meeting included a closed session to discuss real estate negotiations.
- Approved claims totaling $770,057.03, including $43,730 for a police vehicle and $63,261.11 for water meters
- Approved Resolution 25-26-30 appropriating funds for TIF obligations
- Set public hearing for Nov 24 on FY 2025-2026 budget amendment
- Approved agreement with Bergland & Cram for plaza renovation feasibility study, not to exceed $15,000
- Moved alley vacation requests to Planning and Zoning Commission
City Council
The Osage City Council approved several items, including a $4,000 contract amendment for A to Z Drying Inc., a second reading of a TIF ordinance for the Osage Co-op Elevator, and a $21,500 engineering agreement for the Water Treatment Facility. They also extended a compliance deadline for Valent Biosciences and approved installing 200 radio-read water meters. The meeting included a public hearing and a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
- Approved $4,000 amendment to private development contract for A to Z Drying Inc. (Resolution 25-26-19), with Council Member Voaklander voting no.
- Approved second consideration of ordinance adding land to TIF area for Osage Co-op Elevator; final consideration next meeting.
- Approved SEH preliminary engineering agreement for Water Treatment Facility, not to exceed $21,500.
- Approved extending Valent Biosciences compliance deadline from Sept 30, 2025 to Dec 31, 2026.
- Approved Van Wert estimate for installation of 200 radio-read water meters.
City Council
The Osage City Council approved routine items including claims, liquor licenses, and a partial payment for the 2025 street improvement project. They also set a hearing date for a proposed TIF amendment, approved modifications to professional service agreements for pre-filtration testing, and removed a volunteer firefighter. The meeting included discussion of street deterioration and a report on the annual financial report.
- Approved Res. 25-26-15: partial payment of $415,938.93 for 2025 Street Improvement Project
- Approved Res. 25-26-13: set Sept 22 hearing on proposed amendment to private development contract for urban renewal project (TIF)
- Approved Res. 25-26-14: modifications to SEH agreements, reassigning $25,000 for pre-filtration testing
- Approved Res. 25-26-11 and 25-26-12: Class C liquor licenses for Mick's Lounge & Grill and Rusty's Last Call
- Removed volunteer firefighter James Fisher from Osage Fire Department
City Council
The Osage City Council approved a partial payment of $860,312 for the 2025 Street Improvement Project and a change order for additional soil stabilization. They also approved a new development agreement with A to Z Drying, despite a negative net revenue for the city, and approved an agreement with Nelson Septic Services for sewer use. Other actions included liquor license approvals, fire department appointments, and a change in hotel/motel tax allocation for Chamber advertising.
- Approved Res. 25-26-8: partial payment certificate #2 for 2025 Street Improvement Project, $860,312
- Approved Res. 25-26-7: change order #4 for 2025 Street Improvement Project due to wet weather soil stabilization
- Approved new development agreement with A to Z Drying (negative net revenue for city, positive for project)
- Approved Res. 25-26-9: agreement with Nelson Septic Services for use of city sewer facilities
- Changed Hotel/Motel receipts reserved for Chamber advertising from 25% to 20%
City Council
The Osage City Council approved the consent agenda including claims, authorized a temporary street closure for the Fireman's Dance, and directed the City Administrator to file a letter with the Iowa Utilities Commission expressing concerns about eminent domain and water usage. The council also discussed a pickleball court noise complaint at Burnham Park and approved a hotel/motel fund request for Autumn Artistry.
- Approved claims totaling over $1.5 million, including $149,798.90 to Wicks Construction for street project
- Res. 25-26-2: Temporary closure of S 5th St from Main to State St on Aug 9 for Fireman's Dance
- Directed City Administrator to file letter with Iowa Utilities Commission on county water/eminent domain concerns
- Approved $950 hotel/motel funds for CRC event center rental for Autumn Artistry
- Approved Flashing Thunder Fireworks permit for Aug 2 at Mitchell County Fair
City Council
The Osage City Council approved a $2.07 million general obligation capital loan note issuance, a development agreement providing financial assistance to A to Z Drying Inc., and a change order for the 2025 Street Project. They also discussed a proposed CO2 pipeline, with residents requesting the Council file an objection and support a setback ordinance.
- Approved $2,070,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2025A
- Approved development agreement for A to Z Drying Inc.
- Approved Change Order No. 3 for 2025 Street Improvement Project
- Approved temporary street closures for Autumn Artistry on Sept. 20
- Approved curb repair on S 8th St not to exceed $5,000
City Council
The Osage City Council approved several financial measures, including a $1.13 million water revenue loan for a new reverse osmosis treatment plant and a $2.045 million general obligation capital loan note. They also approved change orders and partial payments for the 2025 street improvement project, a $25,000 commercial development loan for CREATE, and a nuisance abatement letter for 101 Plaza Ln. The meeting included a public hearing with no objections for the water loan.
- Approved $1,130,000 Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes for new reverse osmosis water treatment plant, well, and transmission main
- Approved $2,045,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2025A
- Approved Change Order No. 2 ($26,878.50) and Partial Pay Certificate No. 1 ($149,798.90) for 2025 Street Improvement Project
- Approved $25,000 Commercial Development Loan to M&J 143 Properties (CREATE) for roof, deck, and electrical repairs
- Set June 23, 2025 public hearing for A-Z Drying development rebate agreement
City Council
The Osage City Council approved a $1.13 million water revenue capital loan, a $77,826 sewer inspection camera, and several resolutions including an urban renewal plan amendment and ARPA-funded ash tree removal. They also discussed a fireworks permit request but took no action. The meeting included routine approvals of claims and licenses.
- Approved $1,130,000 water revenue capital loan; public meeting set for June 9, 2025
- Approved $77,826 purchase of portable sewer inspection camera
- Approved 2025 Urban Renewal Plan Amendment including CRC pool repair, water treatment plant planning, and Osage Co-op Elevator Agreement
- Approved first consideration of ordinance to extend TIF area for Osage Co-op Elevator
- Approved up to $48,400 in ARPA funds for ash tree removal
City Council
The Osage City Council approved a $2.65 million general obligation capital loan for street and infrastructure improvements, including the 2025 Street Improvements Project. They also passed ordinances amending one-way traffic provisions and increasing water, sewer, and solid waste rates effective July 1, 2025. The council approved several event-related items for Maple Days, including street closures and an outdoor service extension, and appointed two members to the Planning & Zoning Board.
- Approved $2,650,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes for street improvements
- Passed ordinance increasing water, sewer, and solid waste rates (effective July 1, 2025)
- Approved temporary street closures for Maple Days on June 7, 2025
- Approved outdoor service extension for Rusty's Last Call on June 7, 2025
- Approved grant application to IDOT for airport runway improvements
City Council
The Osage City Council approved the FY2026 budget and a $2.65 million general obligation capital loan for the 2025 Street Improvement Project, plus a change order for that project. They also advanced ordinances for one-way traffic and utility rate increases (5% for water/sewer usage, $0.50 solid waste base rate) to final consideration on May 5. A public hearing on the urban renewal plan amendment is set for May 19.
- Approved FY2026 budget (Res. 24-25-100)
- Authorized up to $2,650,000 in general obligation capital loan notes for essential corporate purposes
- Approved change order No. 1 for 2025 Street Improvement Project ($20,240)
- Second consideration of ordinance increasing water, sewer, and solid waste rates
- Set public hearing for 2025 Urban Renewal Plan Amendment on May 19, 2025
City Council
The Osage City Council approved a $225,000 supplemental agreement for construction administration on the 2025 Street Improvements project, authorized $13,580 in American Rescue Plan funds for an airport planning study, and set a May 19 public hearing on the urban renewal plan amendment. They also gave first consideration to ordinances for one-way alley traffic and for water, sewer, and solid waste rate increases. The council approved disbanding the Sister City organization and transferring its $10,000 balance to the school district, and approved a burn request and a temporary street closure for an event.
- Approved $225,000 supplemental agreement with SEH for 2025 Street Improvements project
- Authorized $13,580 in ARPA funds for airport planning study
- First consideration of 5% water/sewer usage rate increase and $0.50 solid waste base rate increase
- Approved disbanding Sister City group, transferring $10,000 to Osage School District for Model UN
- Set May 19 public hearing on 2025 Urban Renewal Plan Amendment
City Council
The Osage City Council held a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025. No written or oral comments were submitted, but citizens raised concerns about city building purchases, property assessments, and rising costs. The council explained that insurance, materials, repairs, and wages have increased, and that budget cuts were made despite the tax increase.
- Public hearing on proposed property tax levy for FY starting July 1, 2025
- Citizen concern over City purchasing two Main Street buildings, fixing roofs, and selling at a loss
- Property insurance estimated to increase 9%, health insurance 8%
- Council directed property assessment questions to County Assessor's office
City Council
The Osage City Council awarded a $2,211,834.76 contract to Wicks Construction for the 2025 Street Improvement Project, approved a $45,000 agreement with SEH for water treatment facility design, and set a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy for March 24. The council also heard funding requests from the library, Safe Ride, Cedar Summerstock Theatre, and Chamber of Commerce, all to be considered during budget discussions.
- Awarded $2,211,834.76 contract to Wicks Construction for 2025 Street Improvement Project
- Approved $45,000 professional services agreement with SEH for water treatment facility design
- Set public hearing on proposed property tax levy for March 24 at 5:30 p.m.
- Approved claims totaling $361,400.91 in transfers and various vendor payments
- Heard funding requests: $229,406 for library, $1,500 for Safe Ride, $20,000 for Cedar Summerstock, $35,000 for Chamber
City Council
The Osage City Council approved several expenditures, including $84,486 for two phases of well repairs, a $183,200 reverse osmosis pilot plant, and a $7,500 annual marketing fund for the CRC. They also approved a $1,000 funding request for Crisis Intervention, a $3,100 payment for a childcare study, and a second-half match payment to the Cedar River Complex. The meeting included routine approvals of the agenda, consent agenda, and claims.
- Approved $84,486 for Cahoy Pump Service repairs on Well 5 (Phase 1: $12,000, Phase 2: $72,486)
- Approved Res. 24-25-76 awarding reverse osmosis pilot plant procurement to WesTech for $183,200
- Approved $7,500 annual marketing fund for CRC from Hotel/Motel Fund for FY25 and FY26
- Approved $1,000 funding request from Crisis Intervention
- Approved $3,100 payment to Levi Architecture for childcare study
City Council
The Osage City Council held a public hearing and adopted resolutions for the 2025 Street Improvements Project, which will pave 16 blocks this summer at an estimated total cost of $2,944,220. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims and alcohol permits, and made an appointment to the OMU Board of Trustees.
- 2025 Street Improvements Project: estimated cost $2,944,220, assessments up to $920,708.86
- Resolution 24-25-70: Resolution of Necessity for street improvements
- Resolution 24-25-71: Directing preparation of plans and specifications
- Resolution 24-25-72: Ordering bids and setting hearing date
- Resolution 24-25-73: Approving Jordan Bielefeld to OMU Board of Trustees
City Council
The Osage City Council approved several resolutions to move forward with the 2025 Street Improvements Project, covering 16 blocks, with an estimated total cost of $2,993,192. A public hearing is scheduled for January 27, 2025. The council also approved a consent agenda with claims, authorized a legal services agreement, and made appointments.
- Approved preliminary resolutions for 2025 Street Improvements Project (16 blocks, est. $2,993,192)
- Authorized engagement with Ahlers & Cooney Law Firm for special assessment services, not to exceed $11,050
- Approved consent agenda including claims totaling over $500,000 across funds
- Tabled discussion on plaza renovation feasibility study with Bergland & Cram
- Set public hearing for Jan 27, 2025 on street project at Public Safety Center, 432 Main St