Ottumwa, Iowa

Mayor City Council

The Ottumwa City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution No. 164-2026 to sell the property at 340 North Marion Street to Alma Perez for $7,777.77. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including the purchase of a half‑ton 4WD pickup truck for $47,649 and approval of multiple resolutions for park improvements, infrastructure projects, and a finance director appointment.

• Sale of 340 North Marion St. to Alma Perez for $7,777.77 (Resolution No. 164-2026)
• Purchase of a half‑ton 4WD pickup truck from Vaughn Automotive for $47,649
• Approval of Pickleball Courts development at Troeger Park (Resolution No. 163-2026)
• Final payment approval for Oxbow Lagoon Trail project (Resolution No. 166-2026)
• Agreement for feasibility study of Jefferson Street Bridge with Calhoun‑Burns & Associates (Resolution No. 167-2026)

Mayor City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and consider Resolution No. 155‑2026 to sell the city‑owned property at 113 East Maple to Enrique Sanchez for $9,800. It will also consider Resolution No. 158‑2026 authorizing an MOU on starting pay for Engineering Technician I with Teamsters Local 238, and Resolution No. 159‑2026 authorizing easements for Elliott Oil’s Blake’s Branch Phase 8 sewer separation project. Additional consent‑agenda items include approval of minutes, financial statements, reappointments to the Waterworks Board and Human Rights Commission, and a beer/liqour permit application for Mimi’s Taqueria.

• Public hearing and Resolution No. 155‑2026 to sell 113 East Maple to Enrique Sanchez for $9,800
• Resolution No. 158‑2026 authorizing an MOU on starting pay for Engineering Technician I with Teamsters Local 238
• Resolution No. 159‑2026 authorizing permanent and temporary easements for Elliott Oil’s Blake’s Branch Phase 8 sewer project
• Beer and/or liquor permit application for Mimi’s Taqueria, 707 Church Street (outdoor service area)
• Re‑appointment of Steven Propp to the Waterworks Board (term to 7/22/2032) and appointments of Akira Uehara and Cindy Tedrow to the Human Rights Commission (terms to 7/01/2030)

Mayor City Council

The council will consider two resolutions. One adopts a three‑year School Resource Officer agreement with the Ottumwa Community School District. The other approves and authorizes a memorandum of understanding setting starting pay for equipment operators with Teamsters Local No. 238. The meeting also includes a State of the City address and a public forum for resident comments.

• Resolution No. 153-2026 – approve a three‑year School Resource Officer agreement with the Ottumwa Community School District
• Resolution No. 154-2026 – approve and authorize signature of an MOU on starting pay for Equipment Operators with Teamsters Local No. 238
• State of the City address presented by Mayor Foote
• Public forum for citizen comments on city business

The council adopted its agenda unanimously. It passed Resolution No. 153-2026 approving a three‑year School Resource Officer agreement with the Ottumwa Community School District and Resolution No. 154-2026 approving an MOU on starting pay for Equipment Operators with Teamsters Local No. 238, each with all ayes. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 153-2026 – three‑year School Resource Officer agreement (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 154-2026 – MOU on starting pay for Equipment Operators with Teamsters Local No. 238 (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Mayor City Council

The City Council will discuss the issuance of $2,760,060.73 in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes and a series of updated personnel and hiring policies. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure project contracts and liquor permit applications.

• Issuance of $2,760,060.73 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes (Resolution No. 145-2026)
• Purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Silverado for $47,049 plus $20,375 for outfitting
• Agreement with GovWell Technologies, Inc. for software services at $23,000/year
• Public hearing set for July 7, 2026, regarding city property at 113 E Maple St.
• Proposed delay of Sewer Base Fee on multi-family and mobile home units until January 1, 2027

The council approved a $2,760,060.73 general obligation loan and authorized the purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado ($47,049) with $20,375 outfitting. It delayed sewer base fees for multifamily and mobile‑home units until Jan 1 2027 and adopted several personnel policies, including hiring, anti‑harassment, dress‑and‑appearance, and substance‑abuse policies. The council also approved a surplus‑property disposal policy. All motions passed with the recorded vote tallies.

• Approved purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Silverado ($47,049) plus $20,375 outfitting (4-0)
• Approved $2,760,060.73 general obligation capital loan notes and related tax exemption (4-0)
• Delayed imposition of sewer base fees for multifamily and mobile‑home units until Jan 1 2027 (4-0)
• Approved changes and revisions to the Hiring Policy (4-0)
• Approved combined Anti‑Harassment and Equal Employment Opportunity policy (4-0)
• Approved City Dress & Appearance Policy (3-1)
• Approved City Substance Abuse Policy (4-0)
• Approved Surplus Property Disposal Policy (3-0)

Mayor City Council

The Ottumwa City Council will vote on Resolution No. 134-2026, which supports workforce housing development in the Vogel Heights plat and acknowledges eligibility for tax credits. The Council will also approve a canvasser and solicitor permit for the Starsand Strides 5K event scheduled for July 4, 2026. Additionally, members will discuss the City Administrator’s progress on goals set during the last evaluation.

• Resolution No. 134-2026: Support workforce housing development in the Vogel Heights plat and acknowledge eligibility for tax credits.
• Canvasser and solicitor application/permit for the Starsand Strides 5K event scheduled for July 4, 2026.
• Review and discussion of the City Administrator’s progress on goals established during the last evaluation.

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also adopted Resolution No. 134‑2026 to support Workforce Housing Development in the Vogel Heights plat and acknowledge eligibility for tax credits. The council approved the canvasser/solicitor application for the Stars and Strides 5K event scheduled for July 4, 2026. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 134‑2026 supporting Workforce Housing Development in Vogel Heights (unanimous)
• Approved Stars and Strides 5K canvasser/solicitor application (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Mayor City Council

The Ottumwa City Council will hold a public hearing to approve the plans, specifications, and contract for the Jefferson Street Bridge Expansion Joint Project and award the $176,500 contract to Iowa Bridge and Culvert. The meeting also includes adoption of a fire department authority ordinance, approval of a $26,200 purchase of a John Deere mower for the Parks Department, and several financial resolutions including a $2,950,000 capital loan note purchase and multiple mortgage releases. Additional items are routine approvals, appointments, and permit applications.

• Award contract for Jefferson Street Bridge Expansion Joint Project to Iowa Bridge and Culvert of Washington, IA for $176,500
• Ordinance No. 3258-2026 repealing and replacing Chapter 14, Article I to better define Ottumwa Fire Department authority
• Authorize purchase of a John Deere 1550 Mower for the Parks Department for $26,200
• Resolution No. 123-2026 to purchase $2,950,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2026
• Approve mortgage releases for properties at 238 South Adella St., 1044 South Webster St., 306 Minneopa Ave., 325 North Weller St., 320 Taft Ave., and 326 Grand Ave.

The Ottumwa City Council approved a $2,950,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes purchase and a $176,500 contract for the Jefferson St. Bridge Expansion Joint Project. It also authorized a collateral‑assignment agreement, a John Deere mower purchase for the Parks Department, and the acquisition of real property on N. Jefferson St. Additional actions included adopting new financial and purchase policies and approving several cigarette permit applications.

• Approved $2,950,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes purchase (4-0)
• Approved $176,500 contract for Jefferson St. Bridge Expansion Joint Project (4-0)
• Approved collateral‑assignment agreement for Development Agent (3-1)
• Authorized purchase of a John Deere 1550 mower for the Parks Department (4-0)
• Adopted new Financial Policies for the City (4-0)
• Adopted new Purchase Policies and Procedures (4-0)
• Authorized purchase of real property at N. Jefferson St. (4-0)
• Approved multiple cigarette permit applications (3-1)

Mayor City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the FY2026 budget amendment and two infrastructure contracts. The body is also reviewing several fee updates and a fire department ordinance.

• Minneopa-Grace-Asbury Reconstruction Project contract for TK Concrete of Pella in the amount of $1,050,065.00
• Oxbow Lagoon Trail (Behind Church St.) Project contract for Norris Asphalt Paving Co., LC in the amount of $120,628.80
• Proposed Amendment No. 1 to the City of Ottumwa FY2026 Budget
• Ordinance No. 3258-2026 to redefine the authority of the Ottumwa Fire Department
• WPCF Primary Clarifier #1 Gearbox repair for $38,348.25 and chopper pump replacement for $14,613.00

The council adopted Amendment No. 1 to the FY 2026 budget and approved several contract awards, including the Minneopa‑Grace‑Asbury Reconstruction project and the Oxbow Lagoon Trail project. It also adopted multiple fee revisions, waived special assessments for affordable‑housing development, and approved a repair to the water‑treatment plant gearbox.

• Approved Amendment No. 1 to FY26 Budget (Res. 103-2026) – vote 4‑0
• Awarded Minneopa‑Grace‑Asbury Reconstruction contract to TK Concrete ($1,050,065) (Res. 112-2026) – vote 4‑0
• Awarded Oxbow Lagoon Trail contract to Norris Asphalt Paving Co. ($120,628.80) (Res. 113-2026) – vote 4‑0
• Waived special assessments on 244 S. Davis and 442 S. Moore for affordable housing (Res. 115-2026) – vote 3‑1‑0
• Adopted revised Peddler/Transient Merchant Permit Fee effective July 1 2026 (Res. 105-2026) – vote 4‑0
• Amended processing fee for Canvassers and Solicitors permits to waive charges for non‑profits (Res. 106-2026) – vote 4‑0
• Approved repair of Primary Clarifier #1 gearbox for $38,348.25 (Res. 110-2026) – vote 4‑0
• Increased fees for excavating and right‑of‑way permits (Res. 114-2026) – vote 4‑0

Mayor City Council

The Ottumwa City Council will consider approving the assignment of a refuse collection contract and continue discussions on sewer base fees and storm water utility connections. The meeting will also include a salary study.

• Assignment of refuse collection contract
• Discussion on sewer base fees (Ordinance No. 3243-2025)
• Discussion on storm water utility connections
• Salary study for city staff

The council approved the meeting agenda (4‑0). It voted to assign and assume the refuse, recycling, bulky items and yard waste collection contract to Castle Capital (3‑1‑0). Finance staff presented a 6% sewer base‑fee increase and a storm‑water utility discussion, and the council agreed not to include a storm‑water fee in any financial pro forma. The meeting was adjourned (4‑0).

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved assignment of refuse collection contract to Castle Capital (3-1-0)
• Decided not to include storm water utility fee in finance pro formas (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Mayor City Council

The Ottumwa City Council will discuss a budget amendment and a partnership with the University of Iowa. The body is also reviewing a workforce housing project and an ordinance regarding the authority of the fire department.

• Resolution No. 89-2026: $50,000 partnership with University of Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities
• Ordinance No. 3258-2026: Repealing and replacing Municipal Code Chapter 14, Article 1 regarding Ottumwa Fire Department authority
• Resolution No. 91-2026: Support for a Workforce Housing Development Project by Origin Homes 2025, LLC
• Resolution No. 97-2026: Construction of the Jefferson Street Bridge Expansion Joint Project
• Resolution No. 96-2026: Setting a public hearing for Budget Amendment No. 1 for the FY26 Budget

The Ottumwa City Council unanimously approved the Jefferson Street Bridge Expansion Joint Project. It also approved a $50,000 partnership with the University of Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities and supported a workforce housing development by Origin Homes. Additional actions included approving multiple cigarette permit applications and adopting an ordinance to redefine fire department authority.

• Approved construction of Jefferson St. Bridge Expansion Joint Project (all ayes)
• Approved $50,000 partnership with University of Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities (4-1)
• Approved support for Workforce Housing Development Project by Origin Homes 2025, LLC (4-1)
• Approved cigarette permit applications for Walmart, Murphy USA, Wine About It, LLC, Walgreens, Front Runners, Fraternal Order of Eagles, American Legion, SE Iowa Sports Center (4-1)
• Approved repeal and replacement of Chapter 14, Article I to redefine fire department authority (all ayes)
• Approved meeting release for 126 N. Moore (4-0)
• Approved meeting release for 521 N. Fifth (all ayes)
• Approved meeting release for 329 Taft (all ayes)

Mayor City Council

The council will discuss the City of Ottumwa Employee Benefits Levy. A public hearing will be held on the FY27 Annual City Budget and tax certification, with two resolutions to adopt the budget and any adjustments. The council will vote on a resolution authorizing the mayor to sign a one‑year lease for 510 acres of farmland at the Ottumwa Regional Airport with Brad Yeager Farms.

• Discussion of City of Ottumwa Employee Benefits Levy
• Public hearing on FY27 Annual City Budget and tax certification
• Resolution No. 78-2026: approve tentative adjustments to FY27 budget
• Resolution No. 79-2026: adopt FY27 budget estimate ending June 30, 2027
• Resolution No. 88-2026: authorize one‑year lease of 510 acres at Ottumwa Regional Airport to Brad Yeager Farms

The council approved Resolution No. 78-2026, adopting the FY27 budget adjustments that leave a $625,937 shortfall. It also adopted Resolution No. 79-2026, formally adopting the FY27 annual budget estimate. Additionally, Resolution No. 88-2026 authorizing a one‑year lease of approximately 510 acres at the Ottumwa Regional Airport to Brad Yeager Farms was approved. All actions passed unanimously.

• Approved FY27 budget adjustments (Resolution 78-2026) leaving $625,937 shortfall (unanimous)
• Adopted FY27 annual budget estimate (Resolution 79-2026) (unanimous)
• Approved one‑year lease of ~510 acres at Ottumwa Regional Airport to Brad Yeager Farms (Resolution 88-2026) (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to present Item No. 3 first (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on FY27 budget (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:58 P.M. (unanimous)

Mayor City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding spending plans for the 2025 Justice Assistance Grant. The body is also considering an ordinance requiring council approval for the appointment and termination of department heads.

• Public hearing for 2025 JAG Grant in the amount of $22,034
• Ordinance No. 3257-2026 regarding appointment and termination of department heads
• 20-year lease agreement with Mahaska Communication Group, LLC for optical fiber
• Downtown Roof Replacement Grants for 105, 107 and 109 East Main Street
• Construction orders for Minneopa—Grace-Asbury Reconstruction and Oxbow Lagoon Trail projects

The Ottumwa City Council adopted Ordinance No. 3257‑2026, approved several contracts and leases, and voted to accept a settlement agreement that avoids litigation. All motions were carried, with vote totals of 4‑1 for the ordinance and consent agenda part II, and 4‑0 for the settlement. The council also authorized a 20‑year fiber‑optic lease and final payment for City Hall improvements.

• Approved consent agenda part II (cigarette and liquor permits) – 4‑1
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3257‑2026 on hiring/firing transparency – 4‑1
• Authorized 20‑year lease with Mahaska Communication Group for fiber optic use – unanimous
• Approved final payment for City Hall Improvements Project, contract $3,923,468.04 – unanimous
• Approved Downtown Roof Replacement Grants for 105, 107, 109 E. Main St. – unanimous
• Approved contract for 2026 Asphalt Street Repair Program – unanimous
• Granted support to OLA 2026 public‑art project – unanimous
• Approved Settlement Agreement to avoid litigation costs – 4‑0

Special Work Session

The City Council will hold a special work session to discuss the FY26/27 budget. The body will also review a sewer rate study and the establishment of a storm water utility.

• Sewer Rate Study discussion
• Discussion on establishing a Storm Water Utility
• FY26/27 Budget discussion

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. No policy, budget, or project decisions were made. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned at 6:59 P.M.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Mayor City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on street repairs, wastewater projects, and urban renewal plans. The body is also reviewing collective bargaining agreements for police and municipal employees and zoning changes for recycling processing.

• Contract for 2026 Asphalt Street Repair Program with Norris Asphalt Paving Co. for $1,281,123.48
• Contract for 2026 WPCF VLR Gate Installation Project with Woodruff Construction, Inc. for $94,200
• Ordinance to add Recycling Processing as a Conditional Use in C-2 Zoning Districts
• Emergency HVAC repair at the Beach Ottumwa by Winger Mechanical for $10,750
• Proposed removal of tennis courts in Troeger Park for future pickleball courts

The council approved a purchase, sale and development agreement that provides up to $1.88 million for the Vogel Heights 58‑unit housing project. It also approved contracts for the 2026 Asphalt Street Repair Program ($1,281,123.48) and the WPCF VLR Gate Installation ($94,200). Several collective bargaining agreements with Teamsters Local 238 and a remote‑work policy were adopted, and the beach‑maintenance position was reinstated in the FY26/27 budget.

• Approved up to $1.88 M grant for Vogel Heights 58‑unit development (all ayes)
• Approved $1,281,123.48 contract for 2026 Asphalt Street Repair Program (all ayes)
• Approved $94,200 contract for 2026 WPCF VLR Gate Installation (all ayes)
• Approved final offer and updated collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 238 for Police (all ayes)
• Approved collective bargaining agreements with Teamsters Local 238 for Public Works, Parks, Airport, Cemetery and for Municipal employees (all ayes)
• Adopted employee Remote Work and Telecommuting Policy (all ayes)
• Reinstated Beach Maintenance position in FY26/27 budget (4-1)
• Removed tennis courts in Troeger Park to allow future pickleball courts (all ayes)

Mayor City Council

The Ottumwa City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing. The session is dedicated to the proposed Property Tax Levy for the 26/27 Fiscal Year.

• Public hearing on proposed Property Tax Levy for Fiscal Year 26/27

The council approved the meeting agenda with all ayes. They then closed the public hearing on the proposed property tax levy, also with all ayes. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda as presented (all ayes)
• Closed public hearing on proposed property tax levy (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Special Work Session

The Ottumwa City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss a residency and response requirement policy for critical city employees. The council will also continue discussions regarding the General Fund Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and health insurance ideas.

• Resolution No. 62-2026: Residency & Response Requirement Policy for critical or essential City employees
• General Fund Fiscal Year 2027 Budget discussion
• Health insurance ideas

Council Member Caviness moved and Council Member Hoffman seconded to approve the agenda as presented; the motion passed with all ayes. Resolution No. 62-2026 remained on the table for further discussion before a vote. The meeting was adjourned after a motion by Caviness, seconded by Reid, which also passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Resolution No. 62-2026 remains tabled for further discussion
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Mayor City Council

The Ottumwa City Council will set a public hearing for April 7, 2026 on the FY27 proposed property tax levy. Council members will consider several contracts, including flow‑monitor purchases and sewer‑separation projects, and will act on a lease agreement with Habitat for Humanity. Two ordinances—one adding recycling processing as a conditional use in C‑2 zones and another changing department head appointment rules—will be recommended for passage.

• Resolution No. 59-2026 sets April 7, 2026 public hearing on FY27 Proposed Property Tax Levy
• Authorize purchase of replacement flow monitors for East Main and Grandview CSOs for $15,392
• Award McKinley Avenue Sewer Separation Project contract to DC Concrete and Construction of Douds, Iowa, for $16,648
• Award Wildwood Sewer Separation Project contract to DC Concrete and Construction of Douds, Iowa, for $16,795
• Approve two‑year lease with Ottumwa Habitat for Humanity for office space at 210 West Main Street

The council scheduled the FY27 property‑tax levy public hearing for April 7, 2026. It approved a $315,000 grant application to the Iowa Department of Homeland Security. Two sewer‑separation contracts were awarded to DC Concrete & Construction of Douds, IA. A charter amendment (Ord. No. 3257‑2026) was adopted by a 3‑2 vote.

• Set public hearing on FY27 property‑tax levy for April 7, 2026 (all ayes)
• Approve $315,000 grant submission to IA Dept. of Homeland Security (all ayes)
• Award McKinley Ave Sewer Separation contract $16,648 to DC Concrete & Construction (all ayes)
• Award Wildwood Sewer Separation contract $16,795 to DC Concrete & Construction (all ayes)
• Adopt charter amendment Ord. No. 3257‑2026 (3‑2)
• Approve two‑year lease with Habitat for Humanity for office at 210 W. Main St. (all ayes)
• Approve 2026 Asphalt Street Repair Program (all ayes)
• Table Residency & Response Requirement Policy (Res No. 62‑2026) (all ayes)

Mayor City Council

The Ottumwa City Council will vote on pending beer and liquor license applications for The Owl's Nest at 116 S. Court St. Council members will discuss the January 2026 financial statements that were removed from the consent agenda on March 3, 2026. The council will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 budget.

• Approve pending beer and liquor license applications for The Owl's Nest, 116 S. Court St.
• Discuss January 2026 financial statements removed from consent agenda on 3/3/2026.
• Fiscal Year 2027 budget discussion.

The council adopted the meeting agenda unanimously. It approved the liquor license application for The Owl's Nest at 116 S. Court St. by a 4-1 vote. Council members agreed to have the finance director provide a monthly cash‑balance statement and treasurer's report. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for The Owl's Nest, 116 S. Court St. (4-1)
• Agreed to monthly cash‑balance and treasurer's reports from finance director (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Mayor City Council

The Ottumwa City Council will discuss and vote on several resolutions, including authorizing two series of General Obligation Capital Loan Notes for up to $2,000,000 and $950,000. It will also consider the sale of three city properties to private buyers for $25,000, $6,600, and $250. Ordinance proposals to rezone a parcel near 1412 Sherwood and to allow recycling processing in C‑2 districts will be heard. Additional items include adopting various ordinances, resolutions, and a building security policy.

• Resolution 50-2026: authorize issuance of General Obligation Capital Loan Notes up to $2,000,000 (ECP‑1)
• Resolution 51-2026: authorize issuance of General Obligation Capital Loan Notes up to $950,000 (GCP‑2)
• Resolution 47-2026: approve sale of 501 Boone Avenue to Roman A Paz and Nallely Morales for $25,000
• Ordinance 3255-2026: change zoning of parcel next to 1412 Sherwood from R‑1 to R‑5
• Ordinance 3256-2026: add recycling processing as a conditional use in C‑2 zoning districts

The council approved the issuance of GO Capital loan notes up to $2 million and authorized the sale of three city parcels totaling $31,850. It also rezoned a property near 1412 Sherwood from R‑1 to R‑4 and supported a low‑income housing tax credit application. Additional actions included adopting a recycling processing ordinance, a five‑year beverage contract, and an assignment of a development agreement.

• Removed Item B‑3 (Jan 2026 Financial Statements) from consent agenda (4‑1)
• Approved sale of 501 Boone Ave. to Roman A Paz & Nallely Morales for $25,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized issuance of GO Capital Loan Notes up to $2 million (unanimous)
• Rezoned property next to 1412 Sherwood from R‑1 to R‑4 (unanimous)
• Adopted support for Low‑Income Housing Tax Credit application (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3256‑2026 adding Recycling Processing as Conditional Use in C‑2 districts (unanimous)
• Approved five‑year beverage contract with Mahaska Bottling for Beach Ottumwa (unanimous)
• Approved assignment of development agreement from Hopkins Properties to Arka Wildwood LLC (unanimous)

Mayor City Council

The Ottumwa City Council will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing a $2,000,000 capital loan, approving a real‑estate purchase with BNSF Railway, and reinstating the Public Safety Advisory Committee. It will also set hearing dates for property dispositions, approve a $30,518 pump replacement, and adopt a $15,000 fireworks display contract. Additional items include a state highway safety grant application and a fire safety inspection ordinance.

• Resolution No. 32-2026: authorize issuance of up to $2,000,000 general‑obligation capital loan notes
• Resolution No. 36-2026: approve execution of a real‑estate purchase agreement with BNSF Railway Company
• Ordinance No. 3253-2026: reinstate the Public Safety Advisory Committee
• Agreement with J&M Displays of Yarmouth, IA: fireworks display on July 4 2026 for $15,000
• Resolution No. 28-2026: replace primary anaerobic recirculation pump for the WPCF for $30,518

The council approved multiple items including the conveyance of property to JCG Rentals LLC, a $2 million loan for essential corporate purposes, and a $15,000 fireworks display contract. It denied Larry Denham Jr.’s appeal regarding an irresponsible animal owner designation and adopted the DSM River Flood Protection Plan. Several resolutions authorizing loans, easements, and infrastructure projects were adopted, while Res. No. 201‑2025 remains on the table.

• Approved conveyance of property to JCG Rentals LLC (Res. No. 25‑2026) – all ayes
• Reinstated Public Safety Advisory Committee (Ord. No. 3253‑2026) – 4‑1
• Denied Larry Denham Jr.’s appeal on irresponsible animal owner status – all ayes
• Approved $15,000 fireworks display contract with J&M Displays – all ayes
• Approved $31,000 State & Community Highway Safety Grant for Police Dept – all ayes
• Authorized $2,000,000 loan for essential corporate purposes (Res. No. 32‑2026) – all ayes
• Authorized $950,000 loan for general corporate purposes (Res. No. 31‑2026) – all ayes
• Approved DSM River Flood Protection Operation Plan (Res. No. 41‑2026) – all ayes

Special Work Session

The City Council will hold a special work session to review the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The meeting also includes an introduction regarding EMS.

• Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Review
• EMS Introduction

The council voted to approve the agenda as presented, with all members voting aye. After discussion of the FY2027 budget and EMS proposals, the council moved to adjourn, which also passed unanimously. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Mayor City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution No. 14-2026 to adopt Amendment No. 2 to the Amended and Restated Ottumwa Urban Revitalization Plan. The meeting also includes consideration of two ordinances to reinstate the Public Safety Advisory Committee and to add fire‑safety inspection provisions, as well as several resolutions on tax abatements, nuisance‑abatement funding, and a fire‑department fee schedule. Additionally, the council will review beer and liquor license applications for several establishments, including Uncle Buck's Bar & Grill at 518 Church St.

• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution No. 14-2026 amending the Ottumwa Urban Revitalization Plan
• Ordinance No. 3253-2026 to reinstate the Public Safety Advisory Committee
• Ordinance No. 3254-2026 adding fire‑safety inspection sections to the code
• Resolution No. 22-2026 authorizing $74,481.25 for nuisance abatement of 125 properties
• Beer and liquor license applications for Uncle Buck's Bar & Grill (518 Church St.) and other venues

The council adopted Amendment No. 2 to the Ottumwa Urban Revitalization Plan. It approved several ordinance changes, including reinstating the Public Safety Advisory Committee and adding fire‑safety inspection sections. The body also passed tax‑abatement and nuisance‑abatement resolutions, a solid‑waste agreement, and a new fire department fee schedule. All liquor‑license applications on the consent agenda were approved.

• Adopted Amendment No. 2 to the Urban Revitalization Plan (all ayes)
• Approved liquor‑license applications for Uncle Buck's Bar & Grill, The Keg, and others (4‑1)
• Amended Ordinance No. 3253‑2026 membership wording to original language (4‑1)
• Reinstated Public Safety Advisory Committee by amending the code (4‑1)
• Approved residential and commercial tax abatements under the Urban Revitalization Plan (4‑1, 1 abstain)
• Approved $74,481.25 nuisance abatement for 125 properties (all ayes)
• Adopted amended solid‑waste agreement with Wapello County Board of Supervisors (all ayes)
• Adopted Fire Department fee schedule and rescinded Resolution No. 214‑2025 (all ayes)

Mayor City Council

The Ottumwa City Council will meet to discuss a lease agreement for the regional airport and updates to fire protection ordinances. The body will also hold discussions regarding the reinstatement of the Public Safety Advisory Committee.

• Resolution No. 21-2026: Lease agreement with The Hertz Corporation for space at the Ottumwa Regional Airport
• Chapter 14, Fire Prevention and Protection: Fire Department Fee Schedule and inspection process price structure
• Ordinance No. 3253-2026: Reinstatement of the Public Safety Advisory Committee
• Closed session regarding negotiating sessions and strategy meetings of public employers

The council approved the meeting agenda unanimously. It adopted Resolution No. 21‑2026, approving a lease agreement with The Hertz Corp. for space at the Ottumwa Regional Airport. The council entered a closed session, later returned to open session, and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved Lease Agreement with Hertz (all ayes)
• Entered closed session (all ayes)
• Returned to open session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Mayor City Council

The Ottumwa City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution No. 9‑2026, which adopts the plans, specifications, contract form, and estimated cost for the T‑Hangar project at the regional airport. The meeting also includes several consent‑agenda items such as releasing $37,671 to a drug‑task force, approving a $43,351 equipment quote, and authorizing a lease with the Ottumwa Saddle Club. An ordinance will reinstate the Public Safety Advisory Committee, and other resolutions address financing and development matters.

• Release of forfeiture funds amounting to $37,671 to the Southeast Iowa Inter‑Agency Drug Task Force (Resolution No. 13‑2026).
• Acceptance of a $43,351 quote from Brentwood Industries for a primary clarifier single‑cell chain and flight replacement for the wastewater treatment plant (Resolution No. 15‑2026).
• Approval of the lease agreement between the City of Ottumwa and the Ottumwa Saddle Club (Resolution No. 19‑2026).
• Public hearing and approval of the plans, specifications, contract form, and estimated cost for the T‑Hangar Project at Ottumwa Regional Airport (Resolution No. 9‑2026).
• Ordinance No. 3253‑2026 to reinstate the Public Safety Advisory Committee by amending the city code.

The council approved the T‑Hangar project at the regional airport (Res 9‑2026) with an estimated cost of $1,237,105.91. It adopted the Invocation Policy (Res 18‑2026) by a 4‑1 vote and approved several financial support resolutions and a CDBG contract. The motion to relocate the historic fountain (Res 205‑2025) was defeated 0‑5. All other agenda items were approved as presented.

• Approved T‑Hangar airport project (Res 9‑2026) – all ayes
• Adopted Invocation Policy (Res 18‑2026) – 4‑1
• Approved CDBG contract with IEDA (Res 17‑2026) – all ayes
• Approved professional services agreement with WHKS (Res 20‑2026) – all ayes
• Approved financial support for Area 15 Regional Planning Commission (Res 10‑2026) – all ayes
• Approved financial support for Regional Planning Affiliation (Res 11‑2026) – all ayes
• Motion to relocate historic fountain (Res 205‑2025) – failed 0‑5
• Approved beer and liquor license applications for Dollar General stores and Recovery Room – 4‑1

Special Work Session

The Ottumwa City Council will discuss assignments for city boards and commissions. It will review Ordinance No. 3234-2024, which discontinued the Public Safety Advisory Committee, and consider changes to the committee’s purpose, definition, structure, and duties. The council will also review a draft Ottumwa City Council Invocation Policy. All items are subject to discussion and possible action.

• Discussion and assignment of elected officials to city boards and commissions
• Review of Ordinance No. 3234-2024 that discontinued the Public Safety Advisory Committee
• Consideration of revisions to the Public Safety Advisory Committee’s purpose, definition, structure, and duties
• Review of draft Ottumwa City Council Invocation Policy

Mayor City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the sale of property at 330 South Davis Street. The body is also considering a new fire safety inspection ordinance and grants for city-owned building repairs.

• Proposed sale of 330 South Davis Street to Manny Martinez for $4,200
• Ordinance No. 3252-2025 to require periodic fire safety inspections
• Payment of $24,789.78 to Wapello County Sheriff's Department for software maintenance
• Proposed IEDA grants for buildings at 105 E. Main Street and 131 E. Main Street
• Public hearing set for January 20, 2026, regarding the T-Hangar Project at Ottumwa Regional Airport