{
 "city": "Rock Rapids",
 "state": "Iowa",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/rock-rapids-ia/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
 "upcoming": [],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting - Amended Resolution",
   "headline": "City Council to hold $7,577.79 intrafund transfer pending new chair purchase",
   "summary": "The council will consider several ordinances, including first readings of an E‑scooter ordinance, a variance notice date change, a golf‑cart sticker requirement, and a municipal tree ordinance. A resolution will hold a $7,577.79 intrafund transfer from Resolution 2026‑42 until new chairs are purchased. Additional items include a sealcoating contract quote from Pearson Bros, a new hire for maintenance, and a $2,500 single‑family housing grant to Goedkene. The meeting also includes routine reports, consent agenda items, and a single public comments segment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/282/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/282"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "Library Board Meeting",
   "headline": "Board will approve June 2026 bills and consider child‑centered computer stations",
   "summary": "The Rock Rapids Library Board will approve the minutes from the June 1, 2026 meeting. It will approve the library’s June 2026 expenditures and bills. The board will discuss options for child‑centered computer stations, including purchasing additional launchpads or using the existing ones. New business includes adopting a revised mission statement and forming a grounds committee to address landscaping and water issues around the library.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/285/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/285"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to consider a zoning map amendment and burial ordinance at June meeting",
   "summary": "The Rock Rapids City Council will hold public comments, receive standing committee reports, and address unfinished business on Ordinance 736 concerning burial of remains on private property. New business includes a first reading of an ordinance to amend the Official Zoning Map, several resolutions on depositories and fiscal year ends, and sealed bids for folding chairs and flooring at the Forster Community Center. The meeting will conclude with reports from special committees and a consent agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/281/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/281"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "City Council to consider rezoning and housing grants",
   "summary": "The Rock Rapids City Council will hold a public hearing to rezone 706 S. 9th Ave. from residential to commercial and consider two housing grants. The meeting also includes consent agenda items and committee reports.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/280/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/280"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Rock Rapids City Council to hold public hearing on USDA disaster recovery assistance",
   "summary": "The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding a USDA Rural Development application for financial assistance. The body will also consider a rezoning request and various operational contracts and bids.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/279/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/279"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "City Council to hold public hearing on FY 2026 budget amendment",
   "summary": "The Rock Rapids City Council will conduct public comments, receive reports from standing committees, and address unfinished business. New business includes a public hearing on the FY 2026 budget amendment and a related resolution, a public hearing and resolution to vacate a partial easement at 1401 S. Greene St, and several motions and agreements on leases, road maintenance, and ordinances.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/278/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/278"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Rock Rapids City Council to hold public hearings on FY27 budget and capital plan",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and the FY27-31 Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also consider several resolutions related to CDBG DR grant application policies and a $2,500 single family housing grant for Peters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/245/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/245"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-22",
   "body": "Special City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Rock Rapids City Council to vote on law enforcement contract and employee pay rates",
   "summary": "The City Council will consider signing a 28E Law Enforcement Contract. The body will also vote on resolutions regarding pay rates for several city positions and cell phone reimbursement.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/244/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/244"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-13",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council approves $100,417.50 intrafund transfer for Elgin Sweeper",
   "summary": "The Rock Rapids City Council will consider several items, including public comments, committee reports, and unfinished business such as the FY27 Union Contract and a third‑reading of Ordinance 734 to add a yield sign at Cedar Land and 15th Ave at Tama St. New business includes a resolution to move $100,417.50 of Elgin Sweeper expenses from Capital Equipment to the Road Use Tax Reserve, and a resolution on seasonal wages. The meeting also covers utility reports, library minutes, and a consent agenda of prior meeting minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/243/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/243"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-06",
   "body": "Special City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "City Council will review the FY2027 budget during the special meeting.",
   "summary": "The Rock Rapids City Council will conduct a FY2027 budget review. They will consider a task order amendment to the DGR Engineering master agreement for professional services. The council will discuss a project linking the Ball Field to Westside Park and extending Buncombe Drive to the Union Street Trail. A resolution concerning depositories (item 26___) will also be considered.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/242/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/242"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-23",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "City Council to address $2.5 million in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes",
   "summary": "The City Council will discuss the issuance of $2,500,000 in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes and set a public hearing for the FY27 Budget. The body will also consider a home buyout agreement with the Northwest Iowa Planning and Development Commission.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/240/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/240"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-23",
   "body": "Special City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Rock Rapids City Council to hold public hearing on proposed tax levy",
   "summary": "The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding a proposed tax levy. No other new business is listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/241/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/241"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-09",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "City Council to discuss loans, grants, and road safety",
   "summary": "The Rock Rapids City Council will vote on purchasing $2.5 million in loan notes, review disaster grant matching funds, and consider an ordinance to add a yield sign at Cedar Lane and 15th Ave. The meeting also includes committee reports and the election of fire department officers.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/239/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/239"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-23",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "City Council to set property tax levy and discuss $2.5 million loan notes",
   "summary": "The Rock Rapids City Council will vote on the property tax levy amount and schedule a public hearing for March 23. The body will also consider a $2.5 million General Obligation Capital Loan Notes statement and a solid waste billing agreement.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/238/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/238"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-09",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to consider a pressure sewer connection request for the DGR 1st Addition project",
   "summary": "The Rock Rapids City Council will discuss several items, including a second reading of Ordinance 731B for recreation trails and a decision to table the E‑scooter issue. New business includes a request from Kurth to allow a pressure sewer connection for the DGR 1st Addition development. The meeting also includes standard reports, a consent agenda, and public comment limited to five minutes per speaker.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/237/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/237"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-26",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "City Council to vote on a tax abatement resolution",
   "summary": "The Rock Rapids City Council will consider several new business items, including a tax abatement resolution, a grant from the Taylor Family Farms Foundation, a request for matching funds, and a Keep Iowa Beautiful grant. The meeting also includes routine reports from standing committees, a consent agenda with minutes and an alcohol license renewal for Dollar General, and public comment. Decisions on the resolutions will be made during this regular session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/235/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/235"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-20",
   "body": "Special City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "City Council to set bond amount during budget workshop",
   "summary": "The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a budget workshop. The primary focus is to set a specific bond amount from a previously approved limit of $2.5M.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/236/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/236"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-12",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "City Council to consider new ordinances for e-scooters and recreation trails",
   "summary": "The City Council will review several new ordinances and mayoral appointments. The meeting includes discussions on collective bargaining positions and the final completion of airport airfield relighting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/234/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/rock-rapids-ia/agendas/234"
  }
 ]
}