{
 "city": "Ottumwa",
 "state": "Iowa",
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 "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",
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "City Council votes to sell 340 North Marion St. property for $7,777.77",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-07-21%20Mtg%2025%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to vote on selling 113 East Maple for $9,800",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-07-07%20Mtg%2024%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_07_07%20No%2024%20-%20Regular%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-30",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to approve school resource officer agreement and equipment operator pay MOU",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-06-30%20Mtg%2023%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_06_30%20No%2023%20-%20Special%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "Ottumwa City Council to consider $2.76 million loan and updated personnel policies",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-06-16%20Mtg%2022%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_06_16%20No%2022%20-%20Regular%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider resolution supporting workforce housing in Vogel Heights",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-06-09%20Mtg%2021%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_06_09%20No%2021%20-%20Special%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "Council to award $176,500 contract for Jefferson Street Bridge expansion",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-06-02%20Mtg%2020%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_06_02%20No%2020%20-%20Regular%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider $1.05 million reconstruction project and budget amendment",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-05-19%20Mtg%2019%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_05_19%20No%2019%20-%20Regular%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "Council to discuss sewer fees and refuse collection contract",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-05-12%20Mtg%2018%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_05_12%20No%2018%20-%20Special%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "Council considers $50,000 partnership for sustainable communities",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-05-05%20Mtg%2017%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_05_05%20No%2017%20-%20Regular%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-28",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "Mayor authorized to lease 510 acres at Ottumwa Regional Airport to Brad Yeager Farms",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-04-28%20Mtg%2016%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_04_28%20No%2016%20-%20Special%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "Ottumwa City Council to consider $22,034 Justice Assistance Grant",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-04-21%20Mtg%2015%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_04_21%20No%2015%20-%20Regular%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "Special Work Session",
   "headline": "Ottumwa City Council to discuss sewer rates and storm water utility",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-04-14%20Mtg%2014%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_04_14%20No%2014%20-%20Special%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-07",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to consider $1.28 million asphalt street repair contract",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-04-07%20Mtg%2013%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_04_07%20No%2013%20-%20Regular%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-07",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to hold public hearing on Fiscal Year 26/27 property tax levy",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-04-07%20Mtg%2012%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_04_07%20No%2012%20-%20Special%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-24",
   "body": "Special Work Session",
   "headline": "City Council to discuss residency requirements for essential employees",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-03-24%20Mtg%2011%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_03_24%20No%2011%20-%20Special%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-17",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "Council to hold public hearing on FY27 property tax levy proposal",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-03-17%20Mtg%2010%20-%20Agenda%20AMENDED.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_03_17%20No%2010%20-%20Regular%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-10",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider liquor license for The Owl's Nest and FY2027 budget",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-03-10%20Mtg%2009%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_03_10%20No%2009%20-%20Special%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-03",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider authorizing up to $2 million in General Obligation loan notes",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-03-03%20Mtg%2008%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_03_03%20No%2008%20-%20Regular%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-17",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider authorizing up to $2 million in general‑obligation loan notes",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-02-17%20Mtg%2007%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_02_17%20No%2007%20-%20Regular%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-10",
   "body": "Special Work Session",
   "headline": "Ottumwa City Council to review Fiscal Year 2027 budget",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold a special work session to review the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The meeting also includes an introduction regarding EMS.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-02-10%20Mtg%2006%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_02_10%20No%2006%20-%20Special%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-03",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to adopt Amendment No. 2 to the Ottumwa Urban Revitalization Plan",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-02-03%20Mtg%2005%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_02_03%20No%2005%20-%20Regular%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-27",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to consider airport lease and fire department fee changes",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026-01-27%20Mtg%2004%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_01_27%20No%2004%20-%20Special%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-20",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "Council to approve T‑Hangar project plans and contract at Ottumwa Regional Airport",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/Documents/Government/Mayor%20and%20City%20Council/Agendas%20And%20Minutes/2026-01-20%20Mtg%2003%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_01_20%20No%2003%20-%20Regular%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-13",
   "body": "Special Work Session",
   "headline": "Council to consider revisiting the discontinued Public Safety Advisory Committee",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/Documents/Government/Mayor%20and%20City%20Council/Agendas%20And%20Minutes/2026-01-13%20Mtg%2002%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/2026_01_13%20No%2002%20-%20Special%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-06",
   "body": "Mayor City Council",
   "headline": "Ottumwa City Council to consider sale of 330 South Davis Street",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/Documents/Government/Mayor%20and%20City%20Council/Agendas%20And%20Minutes/2026-01-06%20Mtg%2001%20-%20Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ottumwa.us/Documents/Government/Mayor%20and%20City%20Council/Agendas%20And%20Minutes/2025/Minutes/2026_01_06%20No%2001%20-%20Regular%20Meeting.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.ottumwa.us/government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_minutes.php"
  }
 ]
}