Ottawa
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City Commission
The Ottawa City Commission will consider authorizing a low-to-moderate income survey for CDBG eligibility, hear presentations from top firms for the Downtown Master Plan, and review the 2027 operating budget funds impacting the city's mill levy.
- Consider authorization for low-to-moderate income survey agreement with Governmental Assistance Services for CDBG eligibility
- Downtown Master Plan consultant presentations from top three ranked firms
- Review of 2027 operating budget and mill levy impact
- Budget calendar: final review on July 15, adoption on September 2
- Revenue Neutral Rate of 42.209 mills and assessed valuation of $163,934,101
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will continue its discussion of the City of Ottawa's five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for 2027-2031. The CIP includes projects across multiple departments, and the commission must determine conformity with the Comprehensive Plan before City Commission approval. A public hearing is scheduled for August 12.
- Reconstruct taxiway and extend runway at airport
- Aquatic Center improvements
- NE Substation reliability & capacity upgrade ($ not specified)
- Levee System Study and Skunk Run stormwater improvements
- Water line replacements on 19th & Elm, Cedar Street, and Davis Road
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City Commission
The Ottawa City Commission will discuss the 2027 budget, including the revenue neutral rate, assessed valuation, and mill levy fund revenues. They will also receive an update on Proximity Park development and consider authorizing vehicle and equipment purchases for Public Works, Utilities, Finance, and Police departments. Consent agenda includes rescinding a Board of Zoning Appeals appointment and recognizing a retiring employee.
- Review of Revenue Neutral Rate and mill levy for 2027 budget
- Proximity Park development update
- Authorization to purchase vehicles and equipment for multiple departments
- Rescinding appointment of Benjamin Antoszewski to Board of Zoning Appeals
- Presentation of retirement plaque to Rick Lines
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permit applications for duplexes at 808 and 816 S. Cypress Street in an R-1 district. Staff recommends approval with conditions to complete sidewalks. The commission will also review the city's Capital Improvement Program and approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit (CUP-2026-0003) for a duplex at 808 S. Cypress
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit (CUP-2026-0004) for a duplex at 816 S. Cypress
- Review and discussion of the City of Ottawa's Capital Improvement Program
- Approval of minutes from May 13, 2026 meeting
City Commission
The Ottawa City Commission will hold a study session to discuss planning for a quality of life sales tax and a proposed street plan. Staff will present options and data for public review. No formal votes or binding actions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Quality of life sales tax planning review
- Proposed city street plan presentation
- Executive session scheduled
The City Commission held a study session to review a proposed allocation of the Quality of Life sales tax for 2027 through 2029, dedicating 70% to pavement, 20% to public safety, and 5% each to pool/parks and reserves. Staff presented a three-year street plan totaling $5.16 million and long-range concepts for 2030-2049, but no formal votes or decisions were made.
- Discussed 2027-2029 sales tax allocation: 70% pavement, 20% public safety, 5% pool/parks, 5% reserves
- Presented street plan: $5.16M for 2027-2029 (includes $750k SHF, $4.41M sales tax)
- Presented long-range allocation concepts for 2030-2039 and 2040-2049
- Discussed prioritizing reconstruction vs. maintenance projects
- Discussed balancing public safety equipment needs with street funding
- Staff to return later with detailed street plan and project priorities
City Commission
The City Commission will discuss the 2027 operating budgets for electric, water, wastewater, and stormwater funds. The meeting also includes proclamations for the U.S. Semiquincentennial and Juneteenth.
- Review of 2027 Operating Budget for Utility Funds (Electric, Water, Wastewater & Stormwater)
- U.S. Semiquincentennial Countdown Proclamation
- Juneteenth Proclamation
City Commission
The City Commission adopted a resolution setting a public hearing for August 5, 2026, to consider ordering repair or demolition of the commercial structure at 214 S. Main St. due to roof failure and deterioration. The commission also approved the consent agenda and appointed Utilities Director Scott Snethen as permanent alternate to both the KMEA and KMGA boards.
- Consent agenda approved unanimously
- Scott Snethen appointed KMEA Board Alternate (5-0)
- Scott Snethen appointed KMGA Board Alternate (5-0)
- Resolution adopted setting public hearing for 214 S. Main St. condemnation (5-0)