Polk County public meetings in 2024
76 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Health Advisory Committee
The Board of Health Advisory Committee will accept the November meeting minutes and hear reports from the Public Health Director, HHS, Animal Control, and disease prevention programs. They will also conduct a review of actions taken by the Board of Health and the Board of Supervisors. The meeting includes time for member and public comments before adjourning.
- Acceptance of November meeting minutes
- Board of Health/Board of Supervisors action review
- HHS update (Heather Bombei)
- Animal control update (Emma Tobey)
- Disease prevention program updates (Kari Lebeda Townsend)
PSAP Advisory Committee
The Polk County Joint 911 Service Board PSAP Advisory Committee meets on Dec 19, 2024. The committee will approve the agenda and the October 24, 2024 minutes, share communications center updates, and examine budget and finance reports. A key item is discussion of the FY 25/26 budget proposal. Future meeting dates are set for early 2025.
- Approve agenda
- Approve October 24, 2024 meeting minutes
- Communications Center updates for Des Moines, Polk County, and Westcom
- Review November dashboard and JD Edwards revenue, expenditure, and cash balance reports
- Discuss FY 25/26 PSAP budget proposal
Metro Interoperability Committee
The Polk County Metro Interoperability Committee will meet on December 19, 2024, to review the Common CAD Request for Information, update on the CAD Improvement Project, and discuss Alert Iowa and IMED systems. The meeting will be held at the PCEMA EOC in Des Moines.
- Review of Common CAD Request for Information
- Operations Subcommittee update on CAD Improvement Project
- Discussion of Alert Iowa and Rave Link
- Review of October 24, 2024 meeting minutes
- Upcoming Active Threat Group Communications Exercise
Conservation Board
The Polk County Conservation Board will consider awarding a contract for wetland excavation at the Crane Meadows parcel in the Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt. The board will also discuss the purchase of Brenton Slough Phase One and approve various park improvement projects.
- Awarding contract for wetland excavation at Crane Meadows (max $230,000.01)
- Approving purchase of Brenton Slough Phase One (735 acres)
- Approving 32 kayak storage lockers for Easter Lake Park ($50,440)
- Approving goat grazing services at Easter Lake Park ($29,900)
- Approving shifting funding for Huffcutt restroom buildings ($63,975)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding the transfer of portions of roads in Polk City. The body is deciding on various grants, preliminary plats, and the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for land purchase.
- Public hearing on the transfer of East Southside Drive (NW 110th Avenue) in Polk City
- ERA2 funding for Greater Des Moines Supportive Housing to assist with the purchase of the Holiday Inn Downtown
- Use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for the purchase of Brenton Slough Phase One
- Approval of the 2025 Public Works Department Permit Fee Schedule
- Preliminary plat approvals for The Oaks at White Oaks and The Chateau Plat 1
Veteran Affairs Commission
The Polk County Veteran Affairs Commission will consider certification and approval of November veteran claims, review a November exception report, and hear the Executive Director’s DART ridership report. The meeting will also adopt minutes from the November meeting, receive an incarcerated veterans report, and hold nominations for the 2025 Chair and Secretary before adjourning.
- Certification and approval of November veteran claims
- Review of November exception report
- Executive Director’s DART ridership report
- Nominations for 2025 Chair and Secretary
- Adoption of minutes from the November meeting
IEC Hotel Corporation
The IEC Hotel Corporation Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes from the previous month and receive a presentation on the 2025 budget. The agenda includes a review of an agreement with Piper Sandler & Co. and a determination of the next meeting date.
- Approve minutes from November 14, 2024
- 2025 Budget Presentation
- Piper Sandler & Co Agreement
- Next meeting date – To Be Determined
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will receive an update on American Rescue Plan Act water quality projects and a presentation on a vision for Global Neighbors. The meeting is a staff discussion with no formal votes scheduled.
- ARPA Water Quality Projects Update
- Presentation on A Vision for Global Neighbors
Emergency Management Commission
The Emergency Management Commission Executive Committee will approve the agenda and the draft minutes from the November 20 meeting. The committee will hear public comments, review staff evaluations for Kacer, Nordmeyer and Geisinger, and discuss 2025 appointment notification timing. Unfinished business includes discussion of the Intergovernmental Agreement forming the Authority.
- Approval of agenda
- Approval of November 20 draft minutes
- Employee evaluations due by year‑end for Kacer, Nordmeyer, and Geisinger
- Discussion of 2025 appointment notification timing in the bylaws
- Unfinished Business: Intergovernmental Agreement forming the Authority
911 Service Board
The Polk County Joint 911 Service Board Executive Committee will approve the agenda and minutes from the October 14 meeting, review finance reports and budget items for fiscal years 2023‑24, 2024‑25, and 2025‑26, and discuss a request for information on the CAD Improvement Project. New business includes a vote on how often the Executive Committee should meet. The meeting also provides updates on service board appointments, joint 911 lines, and Alert Iowa.
- Decision on 911 Service Board Executive Committee meeting frequency
- Review of FY 23/24 expenditures due December 16, 2024
- Discussion of FY 24/25 budget amendments
- Update on FY 25/26 budget development
- CAD Improvement Project – Request for Information (RFI)
Board of Supervisors
The Polk County Board of Supervisors will consider a series of resolutions, including road vacation in Farrar, a weed assessment certification, and a Class “C” retail alcohol license renewal for The Carney Tap. Additional items include a sanitary sewer extension agreement, several lead‑hazard repair contracts, and the purchase of tax‑sale certificates. The board will also vote on funding for demolition of a structure at 10841 Douglas Avenue to support future affordable‑housing redevelopment.
- Resolution approving vacation of portions of roads in Farrar (Railroad Ave, First Ave, Second Ave, NE 110th Court, alley ROW)
- Resolution renewing Class “C” retail alcohol license for The Carney Tap, 7010 NE 14th St, Ankeny
- Resolution approving sanitary sewer extension agreement with Western Montana Land & Cattle Company, LLC in Delaware Township
- Resolution approving funding to the City of Urbandale for demolition of the structure at 10841 Douglas Ave for affordable‑housing redevelopment
- Resolution approving purchase of tax‑sale certificates for District/Parcel 010/02104‑000‑000, 110/06196‑001‑000, and 040/02241‑000‑000
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
The Deflection/Diversion Subcommittee is meeting to discuss priorities and the phase-in of deflection and diversion programs. The body will also determine the frequency of future meetings.
- Discussion on phase-in of deflection/diversion programs
- Review of meeting frequency
Board of Supervisors
The Polk County Board of Supervisors will hold a staff discussion meeting. The agenda consists of a Sleepy Hollow update presented by Jeff Condon of Polk County Conservation and a housing update presented by Cynthia Latcham of Anawim Housing and Deputy County Administrator Sarah Boese. No decisions are listed; the items are informational updates.
- Sleepy Hollow update – presented by Jeff Condon, Leisure Services Manager, Polk County Conservation
- Housing update – presented by Cynthia Latcham, President, Anawim Housing, and Sarah Boese, Deputy County Administrator
911 Service Board
The Polk County Joint 911 Service Board will consider the distribution of surcharge funds held in the 1202 (Administration) business unit for fiscal year 2023‑24. The meeting also includes updates on the CAD Improvement Project, 2025 Service Board appointments, a new 911 budget report format, and outdoor warning siren testing. Additional reports cover PSAP operations, fiscal status, and upcoming training and legislative items.
- Surcharge Funding Distribution to PSAPs – Allocation of funds from business unit 1202 (Agenda Item V.A)
- CAD Improvement Project – Status update (Agenda Item VI.A)
- 2025 Service Board Appointments – Discussion and selection (Agenda Item VII.A.3)
- Monthly Budget Report with new format and 911 Budget Workshop (Agenda Item VII.B)
- Outdoor Warning Sirens – Monthly system testing (Agenda Item VII.C.1)
Emergency Management Commission
The Polk County Emergency Management Commission will meet to approve the Polk Countywide Hazard Mitigation Plan and the ESF#14: Mitigation and Recovery Annex. The body will also receive reports on various emergency operations and planning functions.
- Approval of Polk Countywide Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Approval of ESF#14: Mitigation and Recovery Annex
- Update on Authority Working Group
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution to recount votes in Iowa Senate District 20 precincts. The meeting also includes several plat approvals, tax abatements for the City of Des Moines, and road resurfacing agreements.
- Resolution ordering a recount of votes in Polk County precincts for Iowa Senate District 20
- Cooperative agreements for resurfacing NE 64th Street and NW 121st Street
- Final plat approvals for Bauer Heights Plat 4, Doe Run Plat 3, and Laffey Subdivision
- Four tax abatements for properties in the City of Des Moines
- Community Development Grants for Urbandale Food Pantry and Des Moines Area Religious Council
Veteran Affairs Commission
The Polk County Veteran Affairs Commission will review and approve the October meeting minutes, certify October benefit claims, and hear a DART ridership report. The primary focus is on revising several sections of the commission's guidelines, including the definition of veteran under Iowa Code Ch. 35.1 and language updates to reflect current titles. An incarcerated veterans report will also be presented before adjournment.
- Approval of minutes from the October meeting
- Certification and approval of October benefit claims
- Executive Director’s DART ridership report
- Guideline modifications to definition of veteran and title language
- Incarcerated veterans report
Board of Health Advisory Committee
The Polk County Board of Health Advisory Committee will meet on November 15, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. in Room 120 of the Polk County Admin Building. The agenda includes accepting the August, September, and October meeting minutes, hearing the Public Health Director’s Report, and reviewing a viscous animal appeal. Additional items are updates from HHS, disease‑prevention program updates, and member and public comments before adjournment.
- Roll call
- Acceptance of August, September & October meeting minutes
- Public Health Director’s Report
- Viscous animal appeal
- HHS update
IEC Hotel Corporation
The IEC Hotel Corporation Board of Directors will review and discuss the 2025 budget presented by Chad Sorenson. The board will also consider extending the CHM Warnick agreement. Minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting will be approved, and a future meeting date will be set.
- Approve minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting
- 2025 budget presentation by Chad Sorenson
- Consider extension of the CHM Warnick agreement
- Determine date for the next board meeting
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct the official canvass of votes cast in the General Election held on November 5, 2024.
- Canvass of votes for the November 5, 2024 General Election
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a staff discussion to receive an update on the Central Iowa Source Water Research Assessment. The update will be presented by Jennifer Terry, CISWRA project lead, Dr. Elliot Anderson of IIHR—Hydroscience & Engineering, University of Iowa, and Calvin Wolter of the Iowa Geological Survey. No decisions or votes are listed for this agenda item.
- Presentation on Central Iowa Source Water Research Assessment (CISWRA) by staff
Conservation Board
The Polk County Conservation Board will consider several infrastructure projects and contract awards. The body is also reviewing 2025 user fee adjustments and a real estate transaction in closed session.
- Contract for Vegetation and Debris Removals in Fourmile Creek Greenway to Des Moines Dirt Worx for $105,000 plus 10% contingency
- Professional Service Agreement with Snyder and Associates for Polk City Junction Trail design/engineering not to exceed $85,000
- Fleet Shop north side extension for $215,625.34 with a 10% contingency
- Change Order 5 for Sleepy Hollow Improvement project pond repairs not to exceed $79,843
- Approval of 2025 user fee rate adjustments effective January 1, 2025
Emergency Management Commission
The Emergency Management Commission Executive Committee will consider approving the 2024 Countywide Hazard Mitigation Plan, which FEMA Region VII has approved for the period October 30, 2024 through October 29, 2029. It will also review and recommend approval of the Emergency Support Function #14 overview annex. Additional items include discussion of the Intergovernmental Agreement forming the Authority and updates on the FY 2025 budget and FY 2026 draft. Grants information and 911 Service Board matters will be reported.
- Approve Countywide Hazard Mitigation Plan (2024 edition) – FEMA approval Oct 30 2024–Oct 29 2029
- Approve Emergency Support Function #14 overview annex
- Discuss Intergovernmental Agreement forming the Authority and request guidance
- FY 2025 budget year‑to‑date monthly report; FY 2026 initial draft prepared for December presentation
- Grants: EMPG $39,000 annually; CAD to CAD $4.9 M (Coronavirus Relief Funds)
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will receive a data dashboard update, a presentation on the Safe and Thriving Youth program by United Way Des Moines, and a presentation on the Oakridge Neighborhood. The council will also allow limited public comments. No formal actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Data Dashboard introduction (CJCC Coordinator Jerry Evans)
- Safe and Thriving Youth presentation (Luke Lynch, United Way Des Moines)
- Oakridge Neighborhood presentation (Deidre DeJear, President & CEO)
- Public comments (max 3 minutes per person)
Regional Mental Health and Disability Services Governing Board
The Regional Governing Board will consider value-based payments for integrated services agencies and service coordination providers. The body will also review the FY 25/26 budget request and the FY 23/24 annual report.
- Value-Based Payments to Integrated Services Agencies
- Value-Based Payments to Service Coordination Providers
- FY 25/26 Budget Request
- Dr. Tracy Thomas Agreement
- HOPE Amended Agreement
Board of Supervisors
The Polk County Board of Supervisors will vote on a series of resolutions, including awarding a contract for the Corteva Wetland Project. It will also consider final plat approvals for several subdivisions, lease agreements for community services, and a public safety communications agreement. Additional items include property tax abatements for specific addresses and community development grant approvals.
- Resolution awarding contract for Corteva Wetland Project (Project No. 707-2425) to Aaron Crane Constructions, LLC
- Resolution approving final plats for Brazelton Estates, DB Estates, Ihle Place Plat 1, and Howdle Subdivision
- Resolution approving lease agreements with St. Vincent de Paul Substance Abuse Services, LLC and Broadlawns Medical Center
- Resolution approving PSAP Agreement with the State of Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and Zetron, Inc. (Next Generation 911 Shared Services)
- Resolution abating property taxes for 2502 NW Parkridge Drive, 105 E 1st Street, and 545 42nd Street
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors, acting as trustees, is considering a resolution to fund repairs for Drainage District Polk, Boone, Dallas No. 1. The proposal involves an assessment of 19.81% of the original assessment amount to be collected via taxes.
- Resolution No. 197-24 to approve an assessment of $8,785.25 for drainage repairs
- Repairs by JET Drain Services ($3,480 in 2022), DrainTech ($3,316.25 in 2024), and Bolten and Menk ($1,989 in 2024)
PSAP Advisory Committee
The Polk County PSAP Advisory Committee will consider several budget and finance items, including a distribution plan update, quarterly distributions, a monthly budget report, and a joint projects budget request. The committee will receive a final update on the Aureon contract and hear reports on joint lines research and Alert Iowa. Upcoming training opportunities, such as an active threat full‑scale exercise on Oct 25 and a NENA Center Manager Certification program on Nov 11‑15, will be presented. The meeting will conclude with open discussion and scheduling of future meetings.
- Budget and Finance discussion: distribution plan update, quarterly distributions, monthly budget report, joint projects budget request
- Final update on the Aureon contract
- Joint Lines Research presentation
- Alert Iowa briefing
- Upcoming training: Active Threat Full Scale Exercise (Oct 25) and NENA Center Manager Certification (Nov 11‑15)
Metro Interoperability Committee
The Polk County Metro Interoperability Committee is meeting to review technical updates and operational coordination. The body will discuss a final update on the Aureon contract and progress on CAD-to-CAD testing.
- Final update on Aureon Contract
- CAD-to-CAD Testing update from Operations Subcommittee
- ICS-205 discussion
- Active Threat Full Scale Exercise scheduled for October 25
- NENA Center Manager Certification Program scheduled for November 11-15
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding an electrical easement for MidAmerican Energy Company. The meeting includes votes on various service contracts, community development grants, and property tax abatement requests.
- Public hearing on electrical easement to MidAmerican Energy Company at Lauridsen Skatepark
- Community Development Grants for Center at Sixth and Des Moines Symphony Association
- Tax abatement request for 6306 SW 7th Street
- Contract award to Lahr Custom Excavating for Wise Wetland Project
- Agreement with Uber Health, LLC for transportation services
Board of Health Advisory Committee
The committee will review reports from the Public Health Director and the EveryStep program. The meeting includes updates on disease prevention and a review of actions taken by the Board of Health and Board of Supervisors.
- Public Health Director’s report
- EveryStep update
- Disease prevention program updates
- Board of Health/Board of Supervisors action review
IEC Hotel Corporation
The IEC Hotel Corporation Board of Directors will review and approve the minutes from the July 23, 2024 meeting, receive a performance update, approve the 2024 Q3 coverage calculation, and vote on a resolution authorizing redemption of Series 1‑A bonds. The meeting is scheduled for October 17, 2024 at 8:00 AM via Zoom.
- Approve minutes from July 23, 2024 meeting
- Performance update presented by Chad Sorenson
- Approve 2024 Q3 coverage calculation
- Approve resolution authorizing redemption of Series 1‑A bonds
- Determine date for next meeting (to be determined)
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
The Polk County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Behavioral Health Subcommittee will hear a presentation from Thrive Now Recovery of Pleasant Hill. Members will review the "Barriers to Behavioral Health Care for Justice‑Involved Individuals" document. An update on Life Services and the Sobering Center will be provided, and the next meeting date will be confirmed.
- Presentation by Thrive Now Recovery (guest: Brock Milligan)
- Discussion of barriers to behavioral health care document
- Life Services/Sobering Center update
- Scheduling of next meeting (Dec 19, 2024)
Regional Mental Health and Disability Services Governing Board
The Regional Governing Board is meeting to vote on several contract amendments and agreements. The board will also discuss the upcoming ribbon cutting for the Life Services Center.
- Eide Bailly Agreement
- Decisions for Life Contract Amendment
- Easterseals Contract Amendment
- Optimae Contract Amendment
- IRSH Designation for Optimae and Candeo
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
The Polk County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Deflection/Diversion Subcommittee will discuss its mission, goals, and how its programs intersect with other efforts. Members will review current programs, data use, and decide how often the subcommittee should meet. The council will also approve meeting dates for 2024 and 2025.
- Discuss mission and goals of the subcommittee
- Review current programs to avoid duplication
- Consider data‑driven decision‑making
- Decide frequency of subcommittee meetings
- Approve meeting dates for 2024/2025
911 Service Board
The 911 Service Board Executive Committee will decide how to distribute $1,919,174.09 currently held in the 1202 Administration account. The board is considering options to either fill a catastrophic reserve fund or distribute the balance among three Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs).
- Vote on reallocation of $1,919,174.09 from account 1202
- Proposal to allocate $290,000 to the 1207 Catastrophic Reserve
- Proposed distributions to Des Moines PD, Polk County Sheriff’s Office, and WestCom
- Discussion of RINO 2.0 contract cancellation and past due billing
- Vote to shift Huxley Communications lines payment from account 1202 to 1206
Conservation Board
The Polk County Conservation Board will attend the 2024 Wild Prairie Showdown fundraiser. No other items are listed for discussion or decision at this meeting.
- 2024 Wild Prairie Showdown Fundraiser
Conservation Board
The Conservation Board will hold a public hearing and decide whether to award a $267,450 contract (plus 10% contingency) to Iowa Water and Waste Systems, LLC for the Thomas Mitchell septic system project. It will also consider approving a $25,000 county match for a water‑trails grant, a $171,000 Sleepy Hollow capital‑campaign services contract, revisions to easements on the Gay Lea Wilson Trail, and a recommendation to transfer two trail parcels to the City of Bondurant.
- Award contract to Iowa Water and Waste Systems, LLC for Thomas Mitchell septic system – $267,450 plus 10% contingency
- Approve $25,000 Polk County match for Water Recreation Access Program grant for South Skunk River water‑trails access
- Approve Sleepy Hollow capital‑campaign management services with Funding Solutions, Inc. – $171,000 plus 10% contingency
- Approve revisions to Permanent Access Easement to WRA and Electrical Easement to MidAmerican Energy on the Gay Lea Wilson Trail
- Recommend Polk County Board transfer two parcels on the Chichaqua Valley Trail to the City of Bondurant via quit‑claim deed
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a budget amendment for FY 24/25 and a revised Secondary Road Budget. The meeting includes decisions on zoning text amendments, lead hazard repair contracts, and various community grants.
- Public hearing and resolution to amend the FY 24/25 budget
- Second reading of ordinance approving Polk County Zoning Ordinance text amendments
- Lead hazard repair contracts with FexSteve Limited and Richmond Construction for five properties
- Vacation of a drainage easement for property at 3523 NW 93rd Avenue, Polk City
- FY 25/26 funding for capital expenses at Wells Fargo Arena
Veteran Affairs Commission
The commission will meet to approve September claims and review the Executive Director's reports. Members will discuss and review modifications to guidelines. The meeting also includes a report on incarcerated veterans.
- Approval of September claims
- DART Ridership Report
- Guideline Modification Discussion and Review
- Incarcerated Veterans Report
Board of Supervisors
The Polk County Board of Supervisors will hold a staff discussion meeting on October 2, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. The agenda includes an update from the Neighborhood Development Corp presented by Sadie Trytten, Director of Operations. It also includes an update from the Neighborhood Finance Corp presented by Stephanie Murphy, Executive Director. No decisions are listed; the items are informational updates.
- Neighborhood Development Corp update – presented by Sadie Trytten, Director of Operations
- Neighborhood Finance Corp update – presented by Stephanie Murphy, Executive Director
PSAP Advisory Committee
The Polk County Joint 911 Service Board will approve the agenda and the minutes from the August 22, 2024 meeting. It will discuss communications center updates for Des Moines, Polk County and Westcom, and review the budget and finance items, including the distribution plan update and the monthly budget report with revenue, expenses and cash balance. The board will address the Aureon contract, covering equipment returns and past‑due billing, and announce upcoming NENA Center Manager Certification training for November 11‑15.
- Approve agenda
- Approve previous meeting minutes (August 22, 2024)
- Budget and Finance: distribution plan update and monthly budget report (attachments #1 and #2)
- Aureon Contract: equipment returns and past‑due billing
- Upcoming NENA Center Manager Certification Program – November 11‑15
Metro Interoperability Committee
The Metro Interoperability Committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the August 22, 2024 meeting. It will discuss the status of equipment returns and past‑due billing for the Aureon contract. Additional items include an update on CAD‑to‑CAD testing and information on upcoming NENA training. The committee will also set dates for future meetings.
- Approval of agenda
- Approval of August 22, 2024 meeting minutes
- ICS‑205 discussion – Knotfest
- Aureon contract – equipment return status and past‑due billing
- Operations Subcommittee update – CAD‑to‑CAD testing
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding the Corteva Wetland Project and proposed text amendments to the Polk County Zoning Ordinance. The body will also review various construction agreements, tax suspension petitions, and health department fee updates.
- Public hearing for the Corteva Wetland Project plans, specifications, and contract
- First reading of an ordinance for Polk County Zoning Ordinance text amendments
- Agreement with Caliber Concrete for the Public Works Sidewalk 2024 Project
- Updated services and fees for Clinical Services at the Health Department
- Petitions to suspend taxes and special assessments for multiple residential addresses
Board of Health Advisory Committee
The Polk County Board of Health Advisory Committee will hear the public health director’s report and updates on several health programs. Items include a review of the August meeting minutes, a lead program update, a Wesley Life Homecare update, and disease prevention program updates. The committee will also discuss any actions previously recommended by the Board of Health and Board of Supervisors.
- Acceptance of August meeting minutes
- Public Health Director’s report
- Lead program update (Stephanie Appleby)
- Wesley Life Homecare update (Pam Reeves)
- Disease prevention program updates (Kari Lebeda Townsend)
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will establish a quorum and approve the minutes from its July 23, 2024 meeting. It will receive informational updates on a data dashboard, the formation of a Deflection/Diversion Subcommittee, a public library outreach program, and a pretrial update from the 5th District Iowa DOC. The council will also allow brief public comments before adjourning.
- Approval of minutes from the July 23, 2024 meeting
- Data Dashboard update (information)
- Formation of Deflection/Diversion Subcommittee (information)
- Presentation on the DM Public Library Outreach Program
- 5th District Iowa DOC Pretrial Update
Veteran Affairs Commission
The Polk County Veteran Affairs Commission will meet to approve August claims and review reports. The commission is scheduled to discuss modifications to guidelines and review DART ridership data.
- Approval of August claims
- Discussion on guideline modifications
- DART ridership report
- Incarcerated veterans report
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a staff discussion regarding the Safe Bars program. The meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on September 11, 2024, at 111 Court Avenue in Des Moines.
- Staff discussion on Safe Bars program
- Meeting at 111 Court Avenue, Room 120
Conservation Board
The Polk County Conservation Board will consider approving contracts for heating and cooling units at Jester Park Lodge and a utility terrain vehicle for park patrols. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a trail partnership agreement and the purchase of land near Polk City.
- Approving $48,145.00 for heating and cooling units at Jester Park Lodge
- Approving $30,731.11 for a UTV to patrol Sleepy Hollow and bike parks
- Approving a Memorandum of Understanding for the Polk City Junction Trail
- Approving the purchase of 1.58 acres near Polk City for $52,930.00
- Approving an amendment to the Fourmile Creek Greenway management agreement
Emergency Management Commission
The Polk County Emergency Management Commission will conduct its regular Executive Committee meeting. The agenda includes approvals of the agenda and prior minutes, presentations from invited guests, new business items, and reports on administration, finance, hazard assessment, resource management, planning, operations, training, exercises, public education, and homeland security. The meeting concludes with open discussion and scheduling of upcoming meetings.
- Approval of Agenda
- Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
- Programs, Presentations, Invited Guests or Speakers
- New Business and Action Items
- Reports on Administration, Finance, Hazard Identification, Resource Management, Planning, Operations, Training, Exercises, Public Education, and Homeland Security
Board of Supervisors
The Polk County Board of Supervisors will vote on the FY 24/25 budget for the Iowa Events Center and its productivity fee. The meeting also includes resolutions for sewer improvements, grant applications, and tax‑abatement requests. Several public‑hearing notices and contract approvals are also on the agenda.
- Resolution approving plans, specs, form of contract and estimated cost for the 2024 Norwoodville URA Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project (Item 7)
- Resolution accepting bid (no. 293-2425) from Synergy Contracting LLC for the 2024 Norwoodville URA Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project (Item 13)
- Resolution approving submittal of funding application for the 2024 Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant Program (Broadway Avenue Phase 2) (Item 14)
- Resolution approving the FY 24/25 budget for Iowa Events Center and productivity fee (Item 28)
- Request for tax abatement for property at 2502 NW Parkridge, Ankeny (Church of Pentecost USA, Inc.) (Item 31)
911 Service Board
The Executive Committee will vote on the $36,696 Westcom PSAP expense and other routine expenditures. It will also address the cancellation of the RINO 2.0 contract and verify joint 911 line payments. Monthly budget reports for the period ending July 31 2024 will be reviewed, and a request for information on the CAD Improvement Project will be discussed.
- Approve $36,696 payment to City Professional/Technical Services for Westcom PSAP (Item 4)
- Cancel RINO 2.0 contract and process equipment returns (Old Business)
- Verify joint 911 line payments recorded under account 1202 (Old Business)
- Review monthly budget reports ending 31‑July‑2024 (Revenue, expenses, cash balance)
- Consider RFI for the CAD Improvement Project
Board of Supervisors
The Polk County Board of Supervisors will hold a staff discussion on September 4, 2024, regarding the first quarter budget amendment for FY 24/25 and a supplemental food program update.
- FY 24/25 1st Quarter Budget Amendment
- Supplemental Food Program Update
Conservation Board
The board is meeting for a tour of Easter Lake. The agenda consists of procedural items and the tour.
- Easter Lake Tour
Board of Supervisors
The Polk County Board of Supervisors will consider issuing general obligation bonds and hearing requests to vacate road right-of-ways. The meeting also includes proclamations and numerous resolutions regarding tax suspensions, vendor agreements, and community grants.
- Public hearing on issuing General Obligation Bonds Series 2024B
- Public hearing to vacate portions of NW Cedar Valley Drive
- Public hearing to vacate portions of NE Delaware Avenue easement in Ankeny
- Resolution approving agreement with FexSteve Limited for lead hazard repairs
- Resolution approving Opioid Settlement Fund Harm Reduction Supplies Grants
PSAP Advisory Committee
The Polk County Joint 911 Service Board PSAP Advisory Committee will review monthly financial reports for the fiscal year ending July 31, 2024, and discuss updates from the communications centers.
- Review of monthly budget report and cash balance as of July 31, 2024
- Discussion on the Aureon contract, including equipment returns and past due billing
- Review of the Des Moines Police Department EMD Training Grant
- Approval of previous meeting minutes from July 25, 2024
- Next meeting scheduled for September 26, 2024
Metro Interoperability Committee
The Metro Interoperability Committee will discuss the Aureon contract, including equipment returns and past‑due billing. It will also receive an update on the Unified Concept of Interoperability and a report on the CAD‑to‑CAD Subcommittee. A 911 training grant for the Des Moines Police Department will be presented. The meeting includes routine agenda approvals and open discussion.
- Aureon Contract – equipment returns and past‑due billing
- ICS‑205 – Stufflebeam presentation on Iowa State Fair
- Unified Concept of Interoperability (UCOI) update
- CAD to CAD Subcommittee update
- Des Moines PD EMD training grant
911 Service Board
The Polk County Joint 911 Service Board will approve the agenda and prior meeting minutes, hear a guest speaker, and consider new business items such as bylaw signatures. It will discuss the CAD Improvement Project from the previous meeting and receive a fiscal report that details revenue, expenses, and cash balances for the 2024‑25 budget year. Additional reports include updates from each PSAP, outdoor warning siren testing, and state 911 program matters.
- Bylaws signatures – Tazzioli (new business)
- CAD Improvement Project – Geisinger/Bischof (old business)
- Fiscal Report – includes $1,350,000 LL surcharge and $1,550,000 WL surcharge revenues
- Outdoor Warning Sirens – monthly system testing
- State of Iowa End of Year Pass‑Through and Surcharge Working Group updates
Emergency Management Commission
The Polk County Emergency Management Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss new business, including financial conflict of interest policies and emergency support functions. The meeting will also include reports on administration, hazard identification, and damage assessment.
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Financial Conflict of Interest Policy
- ESF#5: Emergency Management
- ESF#9: Search and Rescue
- Recovery Plan - Base
Veteran Affairs Commission
The Polk County Veteran Affairs Commission will approve the minutes from its July meeting, certify and approve July veteran assistance claims, review the July exception report, and hear the Executive Director’s DART ridership report. The meeting concludes with adjournment.
- Approval of July meeting minutes
- Certification and approval of July veteran claims
- Review of July exception report
- Executive Director’s DART ridership report
Board of Health Advisory Committee
The Board of Health Advisory Committee will consider the June and July meeting minutes, hear the Public Health Director’s report, and discuss updates on disease prevention and the breast and cervical cancer screening program. Committee members and the public will also have opportunities for comments before adjournment.
- Acceptance of June & July meeting minutes
- Public Health Director’s report
- Breast & cervical cancer screening program discussion
- Program updates on disease prevention
- Committee member and public comments
Conservation Board
The Polk County Conservation Board will approve a wetland excavation contract and a $500,000 grant application for Brenton Slough Phase 3. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss real estate purchases.
- Awarding wetland excavation contract to Molitor Construction for $26,307.00
- Approving $500,000 REAP grant application for Brenton Slough Phase 3
- Approving permanent electrical utility easement for MidAmerican Energy near Lauridsen Skatepark
- Action on minutes from the previous meeting
- Closed session to discuss real estate purchases
Emergency Management Commission
The Executive Committee is reviewing a financial conflict of interest policy and updates to Emergency Support Functions 5 and 9. These items are recommended for adoption by the full Commission on August 21. The meeting also includes reports on grant funding and emergency planning.
- Proposed financial conflict of interest policy and disclosure statement
- Updates to ESF 5 (Emergency Management) and ESF 9 (Search and Rescue)
- SHSGP 2023 grant of $374,000 for Iowa Events Center security equipment
- SHSGP 2024 application for a video fusion system for Altoona and West Des Moines PD
- Annual EMPG grant of $39,000 for personnel expenses
Board of Supervisors
The Polk County Board of Supervisors will set a date for issuing $255,350 in General Obligation Bonds for the River Place Solar project. The meeting also includes approvals for the Wise Wetland Project plans, electrical easements for MidAmerican Energy near NE 27th Street, and amendments to Chapter 20 of the County Construction Code. Additional resolutions address service agreements, community grants, and budget actions.
- Resolution approving plans, specifications, contract form and estimate for the Wise Wetland Project
- Resolution granting electrical easements to MidAmerican Energy near the intersection of NE 27th Street (Fourmile Mountain Bike Park and the Gay Lea Wilson Trail)
- Ordinance (second reading) amending Chapter 20 of the Polk County Construction Code
- Resolution fixing the date for issuing $255,350 General Obligation Bonds (River Place Solar)
- Resolution approving a Fiscal Sponsorship Agreement with Great Outdoors Foundation for Conservation Acceleration Fund projects
Regional Mental Health and Disability Services Governing Board
The Polk County Regional Mental Health and Disability Services Governing Board will approve the minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting. It will receive a status report on the FY 23/24 Semi‑Annual Incentive Fund and consider FY 24/25 contract amendments. The board will also hear updates on the HHS re‑alignment and the Outpatient Competency Restoration program, and review upcoming Board of Supervisors’ proclamations.
- Approval of June 18, 2024 meeting minutes
- FY 23/24 Semi‑Annual Incentive Fund Status Report
- FY 24/25 Contract Amendments
- HHS Re‑Alignment Update
- Outpatient Competency Restoration (OCR) Update
911 Service Board
The Polk County 911 Service Board will vote on several expenditure approvals, including a $130,859.80 purchase of 20 Toughbooks for the Des Moines PSAP and a $69,428.14 purchase for the Westcom PSAP. The board will also address the cancellation of the AUERON contract for the RINO 2.0 system and the required equipment return by August 1. Additional items include budget and finance updates and pending distributions from the clearing account pending verification.
- Approve $130,859.80 for 20 Keltek Toughbooks with docking stations for Des Moines PSAP
- Approve $69,428.14 for Westcom PSAP equipment from City Professional/Technical Services
- Approve joint‑project payments of $76.25 to Huxley Communications, $470.83 to Kinetic Business, and $353.44 to CenturyLink
- Cancel the AUERON contract for the RINO 2.0 system and require equipment return by Aug 1
- Pending distributions from the clearing account once Central Accounting verifies end‑of‑year balances
Board of Supervisors
The Polk County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Chapter 20 amendments to the county construction code (first reading). The meeting also includes several resolutions authorizing public‑hearing notices for the Wise Wetland Project, Iowa DOT funding for a culvert on NE 38th Street, and a 20% matching fund commitment for electric‑vehicle charging station grants. Additionally, two retail alcohol license renewals and a new native wine license application will be considered.
- Ordinance (first reading) approving amendments to Chapter 20, Polk County Construction Code
- Renewal of Class “C” Retail Alcohol License with outdoor service area for Mary Go Round Lounge, 6584 NE 14th Street
- Resolution authorizing notice of public hearing (Aug 13, 2024) for Wise Wetland Project plans, specs, contract and estimated cost
- Resolution approving Iowa DOT funding agreement for a culvert project on NE 38th Street
- Resolution approving 20% matching funds for electric‑vehicle charging station federal grants in partnership with Des Moines Metropolitan Planning Organization
PSAP Advisory Committee
The Polk County 911 PSAP Advisory Committee will discuss the finalized cancellation of the Aureon contract and the associated equipment returns. It will also receive communications center updates for Des Moines, Polk County, and Westcom, and review fiscal policy and monthly budget numbers. The meeting includes a welcome for new staff member Lynn Tazzioli and an open discussion period.
- Welcome new staff member Lynn Tazzioli
- Communications Center updates for Des Moines, Polk County, and Westcom
- Fiscal policy update (Attachment 1)
- Monthly budget numbers (Attachment 2)
- Cancellation of Aureon contract (RINO 2.0) and equipment returns (Attachment 3)
Metro Interoperability Committee
The committee is meeting to identify communication shortfalls and solutions for the Polk County Service Area. Members will review updates on interoperability incidents and the CAD to CAD Operations SubCommittee.
- Cancellation of the RINO 2.0 contract
- Iowa State Fair ICS 205 draft update
- DSM EMD training grant submission
- Introduction of new 911 Coordinator Lynn Tazzioli
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will receive a presentation on NARCAN policy from Behavioral Health Development Services staff and an update on the Airport Terminal construction project.
- NARCAN Policy Presentation
- Airport Terminal Construction Update
IEC Hotel Corporation
The IEC Hotel Corporation Board of Directors will conduct roll call and approve the minutes from the May 23, 2024 meeting. A performance update will be presented by Chad Sorenson. The board will vote to approve the 2024 Q2 coverage calculation. The next meeting date will be set before adjournment.
- Approve minutes from May 23, 2024 meeting
- Performance update presented by Chad Sorenson
- Approval of 2024 Q2 coverage calculation
- Determine next meeting date
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
The Polk County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will approve minutes from its May 14, 2024 meeting and receive several informational updates, including a data dashboard and reports on behavioral health and community services. The council will also allow brief public comments before closing and scheduling the next meeting for September 17, 2024.
- Approve minutes from the May 14, 2024 meeting
- Data dashboard update by CJCC Coordinator Jerry Evans
- Progress report on the Behavioral Health Subcommittee
- Presentation on Change Course Iowa by CEO Joseph Johnson
- Public comment period limited to 3 minutes per speaker
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a staff discussion meeting. The primary agenda item is a presentation on a compensation study by Dr. Victoria McGrath.
- Compensation Study presentation by Dr. Victoria McGrath
Veteran Affairs Commission
The Polk County Veteran Affairs Commission will meet to approve minutes, certify June claims, and review the Executive Director's reports on DART ridership and quarterly activity.
- Approval of June meeting minutes
- Certification and approval of June claims
- Review of DART Ridership Report
- Review of Fourth Quarter Activity Report
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a petition regarding the parcel at 1147-58th Street, Des Moines. The request seeks to suspend taxes and special assessments and authorize the Chairperson to sign redemption documents.
- Petition to suspend taxes and special assessments for 1147-58th Street
Conservation Board
The board will review the 2023 Annual Report and approve updates to the Employee Administrative Manual. Members will also vote on a fee structure for public electric vehicle charging stations. Additionally, several maintenance contracts for park vegetation and building upkeep are up for approval.
- New fee structure for Public EV Charging Stations
- Contract for woody vegetation spraying on 145 acres not to exceed $33,375
- Exterior staining for Jester Park Nature Center not to exceed $25,650
- 5% interim pay increase for the Equestrian Center Manager vacancy
- Revisions to the Employee Administrative Manual effective July 1, 2024