Sheldon public meetings in 2023

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold its regular meeting, including the swearing-in of three council members, a public forum, and a consent agenda with multiple items. The most consequential item is a resolution to approve a $50,000 agreement with Beck Engineering for emergency services capital expansion planning and design, funded by Local Option Sales Tax. The council will also set public hearing dates for a rezoning and a new subdivision, and receive the FY22-23 audit presentation.

• Resolution approving $50,000 agreement with Beck Engineering for Emergency Services Capital Expansion planning & design
• Set public hearing for rezoning of 4901 300th St from Ag to Suburban Residential
• Set public hearing for Trijinks Addition: 5 new single-family lots on Country Club Road, rezoning to Residential Single, preliminary & final plats
• Set public hearing to vacate unimproved 13th Avenue north of 14th St
• Approval of Wine Permit Renewal for Stone River Gift Shop

The council voted unanimously to table a resolution approving a $50,000 agreement with Beck Engineering for emergency services capital expansion planning and design after extensive public comments opposing a fire station at City Park. The consent agenda was approved, including reappointment of Pete Hamill as Mayor Pro Tem, acceptance of a resignation, and setting public hearings for rezoning and other items on January 17, 2024. The council also accepted the FY2022-23 audit with an unmodified opinion.

• Tabled $50K Beck Engineering agreement for emergency services capital expansion planning (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including wine permit renewal, Textmygov agreement, and airport runway change order (unanimous)
• Accepted FY2022-23 audit with unmodified opinion (unanimous)
• Set January 17, 2024 public hearing for rezoning 4901 300th St from Ag to Suburban Residential
• Set January 17, 2024 public hearing for Trijinks Addition (5 new single-family lots)
• Set January 17, 2024 public hearing to vacate unimproved 13th Avenue north of 14th St
• Confirmed Tyler Schemper to Planning & Zoning Commission (term ending July 1, 2028)
• Entered closed session per Iowa Code 21.9; no action taken

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Sheldon Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several land-use items, including a rezoning request, a street vacation, and a new residential subdivision. These are recommendations that will later go to the City Council for final decisions.

• Rezoning of 4901 300th St from Agricultural to Suburban Residential (Wayne & Jeanne Krogman)
• Vacation of unimproved 13th Avenue north of 14th St, between 1217 and 1305 14th St
• Trijinks Addition: rezoning from Agricultural to Residential Single and preliminary/final plats for 5 single-family lots on Country Club Road
• Approval of minutes from September 27, 2023

The Commission unanimously approved rezoning 4901 300th Street from Agriculture to Suburban Residential for FAA compliance. It also approved vacating unimproved 13th Avenue north of 14th Street. The Trijinks Addition on Country Club Road was rezoned from AG to SR, and its preliminary and final plats for five single-family lots were approved. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved rezoning 4901 300th St from Ag to Suburban Residential (8-0)
• Approved vacating unimproved 13th Avenue north of 14th St (8-0)
• Approved rezoning Trijinks Addition from Ag to Suburban Residential (8-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plats for Trijinks Addition (8-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 6, 2023, to consider a consent agenda with several administrative items, including a liquor license renewal, fire department appointments, and multiple payment approvals. Under new business, the council will take a second reading of proposed zoning code amendments, including requiring elevators in new apartment buildings over two stories, and will consider updates to the city's Capital Improvement Plans. The meeting also includes a public forum for resident comments.

• 2nd reading of zoning amendments: Planned Unit Development process and elevator requirement for apartments 3+ stories
• Consideration of Capital Improvement Plans (5-year city and 15-year emergency services)
• Liquor license renewal for Brady's Pub
• Fire assistance grant agreement ($3,200)
• Pay estimates: Water Tower Project $14,250; 7th Ave storm sewer $7,708.41

The council approved hiring Beck Engineering for $50,000 to develop a plan for a new fire station and remodel of the current station, following a presentation from emergency services. The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including liquor license renewal for Brady's Pub, firefighter appointments, and several resolutions. Second reading of two zoning code amendments was approved and third reading waived. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved hiring Beck Engineering for $50,000 to develop fire station plan and remodel (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewal for Brady's Pub, firefighter appointments, and resolutions (5-0)
• Approved second reading and waived third reading of zoning amendments on planned unit development and elevator requirements (5-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of proposed zoning code amendments, including changes to the Planned Unit Development designation process and a new requirement for elevators in apartment buildings of three or more stories. The council will also consider consent agenda items, including pay estimates for water projects and airport improvements, and set a special meeting for a housing needs assessment.

• Public hearing and 1st reading of zoning text amendments (PUD process, elevator requirement for 3+ story apartments)
• Pay estimate #7 for Lewis & Clark water project: $222,218.46
• Pay estimate #10 for Water Tower Project: $64,885
• Resolution to hire Scott Ruden as water operator
• Set special council meeting for Nov. 22 to consider Community Development and Housing Needs Assessment

The Sheldon City Council approved the first reading of text amendments to the zoning code, including changes to the planned unit development process, after a public hearing with no comments. The council also approved consent agenda items including pay estimates for the Lewis & Clark water project ($222,218.46) and the Water Tower project ($64,885), and appointed Rachael Becker to the Airport Commission. A special meeting was set for November 22, 2023, to hold a public hearing on a housing needs assessment for a CDBG grant application.

• Approved first reading of zoning code text amendments (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including pay estimate #7 for Lewis & Clark water project ($222,218.46)
• Approved pay estimate #10 for Water Tower project ($64,885)
• Confirmed appointment of Rachael Becker to Airport Commission (term ending July 1, 2026)
• Approved Resolution R23-3949 hiring Scott Ruden as water operator
• Approved Airport Resolution R23-3950 for fuel system improvements and runway rehabilitation
• Set special council meeting for November 22, 2023, at 12:30 p.m. for housing needs assessment hearing

Board of Adjustment

The Sheldon Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial meeting to decide two land-use requests. The board will consider a special exception permit for a smoke shop in an Arterial Commercial zone and a variance for a residential shed. Decisions can be appealed to court but not to the City Council.

• Special Exception permit for Highway Liquors Smoke Shop, 141 34th Ave, Suite D, by Tim & Linda Coleman (Arterial Commercial zoning)
• Variance for an 8x16 shed at 1026 11th Ave by Derek & Cecily Lucas, to be placed 0' from garage and 4' from west property line (Residential Multiple zoning)
• Approval of minutes from October 11, 2023 meeting

The Board of Adjustment approved a special exception permit for a liquor store and smoke shop at 141 34th Ave, Suite D, with a drive-through on the east side. It also approved a variance for a shed at 1026 11th Ave, allowing it to be placed 0 feet from the garage and 4 feet from the west property line. Both decisions were made after public discussion and were carried by majority votes.

• Approved special exception for Highway Liquors Smoke Shop at 141 34th Ave, Suite D, for a drive-up liquor store and smoke shop in Arterial Commercial zoning.
• Approved variance for an accessory shed at 1026 11th Ave, allowing 0-foot setback from garage and 4-foot setback from west property line.
• Approved minutes of October 11, 2023, by unanimous vote.
• Adjourned at 4:15 p.m. by unanimous vote.

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will consider LED lighting upgrades for city facilities, including the airport, parks, City Hall, Police, Fire/EMA, and SCAT, with costs estimated at $70,543. The council will also approve several consent agenda items, including alcohol licenses, a finance report, and pay estimates for two projects. A public hearing is scheduled for November 15 on proposed zoning code amendments, including requiring elevators in new apartment buildings of three or more stories.

• LED lighting upgrades: $19,912 for Airport and Park, $50,631 for City Hall, Police, Fire/EMA, SCAT
• Pay estimate #4 for Sheldon Crossing Traffic Signal: $8,000, with Change Order #2 for -$11,671.05
• Pay estimate #4 for Crossroads Trail project: $6,600
• Public hearing set for Nov 15 on zoning text amendments, including elevator requirement for apartments 3+ stories
• Class B retail alcohol license for Crossroads Travel Plaza; Class E for Hy-Vee Food Store

The Sheldon City Council approved LED lighting upgrades at several city locations, including the airport, parks, community building, police, fire/EMA, and SCAT facilities, with costs covered by reserve LOST funds and urban renewal funds. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included alcohol licenses, the annual finance report, and final pay estimates for the Sheldon Crossing Traffic Signal and Crossroads Trail projects. A public hearing on zoning code text amendments was set for November 15.

• Approved LED lighting upgrades for airport, parks, community building, police, fire/EMA, and SCAT (approx. $70,543 total) (5-0)
• Approved three agreements with ROI Energy for the lighting upgrades (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including class B alcohol license for Crossroads Travel Plaza, class E license for Hy-Vee, FY 22-23 annual finance report, final pay estimate #4 for Sheldon Crossing Traffic Signal ($8,000), final pay estimate #4 for Crossroads Trail ($6,600), and SCAT applicant Kaylin Hogan (5-0)
• Set public hearing for November 15 on proposed zoning code text amendments (5-0)

Special City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss an update on emergency operations planning. The agenda includes a consent agenda with a 28E agreement for student training and a board appointment, plus a public forum for comments.

• Resolution approving 28E agreement between NCC and SCAT for student training
• Confirm appointment of Renee Popkes to the Board of Adjustment, term ending July 1, 2028
• Emergency Operations planning update
• Information on Emergency Operations Plan and authorizing shelter designations (adopted August 2, 2023)

The Sheldon City Council held a special session on October 25, 2023, approving a consent agenda that included a 28E agreement between NCC and SCAT for student training and confirming Renee Popkes to the Board of Adjustment. The council also participated in an emergency operations planning tabletop exercise led by O'Brien County Emergency Management. No public comments were made.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes from October 18, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R23-3945 for 28E agreement between NCC and SCAT for student training (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Renee Popkes to Board of Adjustment, term ending July 1, 2028 (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 5:20 p.m. (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions related to a Community Development Block Grant application for upper-story housing conversion at the HC Lane buildings (324 & 326 9th St) and the Bethel site redevelopment preliminary and final plats. The consent agenda includes appointments, approvals, and a resolution for North Hangar Rehabilitation design services. The meeting is a regular business meeting with public forum and public hearing opportunities.

• Public hearing and resolution for CDBG application for upper-story housing at 324 & 326 9th St
• Public hearing and consideration of preliminary and final plats for Bethel site redevelopment (north of 7th St between 6th & 7th Ave)
• Resolution approving agreement for Design, Bidding, Construction Admin/Observation Service for North Hangar Rehabilitation (budgeted FY23-24)
• Resolution authorizing hiring of Dave Andringa as water superintendent
• Approval of temporary wine permit for 1410 Park St (Sweet Puddle Jumpers event)

The council approved a $550,000 Community Development Block Grant application to convert vacant space at 324-326 9th Street into five rental units, four of which will be for low-to-moderate income tenants. It also approved the preliminary and final plat for the former Bethel site redevelopment and amended the minimum assessment agreement for that project, raising the minimum from $800,000 to $1.6 million and pushing back the start date by two years. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved CDBG grant application for upper-story housing at 324-326 9th St (5-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for former Bethel property redevelopment (5-0)
• Approved amendment to minimum assessment agreement for Bethel site, raising minimum to $1.6M with delayed start (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including appointments, claims, and resolutions (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance O23-3279 adopting Code of Ordinances (5-0)
• Approved FY 23-24 budget amendment (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Sheldon Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial meeting to consider three variance requests: a garage size variance at 302 W 7th St, a fence height variance at 503 W Park St, and a shed expansion for a non-conforming use at 1405 9th St. The board will also approve minutes from the August 8, 2023 meeting. Decisions can be appealed to court but not to the City Council.

• Variance for garage size at 302 W 7th St (Dan & Toni Ginger) in Commercial Residential zoning
• Variance to allow 4-foot instead of 3-foot chain-link fence in front yard at 503 W Park St (Shawn Holtrop) in Arterial Commercial zoning
• Variance to expand non-conforming use for 12x24 shed at 1405 9th St (Joe & Sue Tokheim) in Residential Single zoning
• Approve minutes of August 8, 2023 meeting

The Sheldon Board of Adjustment approved three variance requests unanimously. Dan & Toni Ginger received a variance for a 29x40 garage at 302 W 7th St. Shawn Holtrop was allowed a 4-foot chain-link fence instead of the standard 3-foot at 503 W Park St. Joe & Sue Tokheim were granted a variance to add a 12x24 shed at 1405 9th St for personal storage.

• Approved variance for 29x40 garage at 302 W 7th St (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 4-foot chain-link fence at 503 W Park St (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 12x24 shed at 1405 9th St (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council unanimously approved the third reading of the new Code of Ordinances (Ordinance O23-3279) and a resolution approving the FY 23-24 budget amendment. The consent agenda was also approved, including setting an October 18 public hearing on the Bethel site redevelopment plat, reappointing Beth Hamill to the Recreation Trails Board, and authorizing several payments for city projects.

• Approved third reading of Code of Ordinances O23-3279 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R23-3939 for FY 23-24 budget amendment (unanimous)
• Set October 18, 2023 public hearing on Bethel site preliminary and final plat (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Beth Hamill to Recreation Trails Board (unanimous)
• Approved pay estimate #6 for Lewis & Clark water project for $190,087.40 (unanimous)
• Approved pay estimate #2 for 7th Ave storm sewer project for $8,835 (unanimous)
• Approved pay estimate #4 for 2023 Street Patching Project for $14,132.67 and change order #1 for -$4,193.25 (unanimous)
• Approved pay estimate #9 for Water Tower Project for $176,700 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Sheldon Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a preliminary and final plat for the Bethel site redevelopment, an amendment to the Planned Unit Development designation process, and a zoning ordinance change requiring elevators in new apartment buildings over two stories. The commission will also discuss a letter from MidAmerican about the permit process and vacant buildings. Most decisions will later go to the City Council.

• Preliminary and final plat for Bethel site redevelopment (major subdivision)
• Amendment to Planned Unit Development Designation process (17.11)
• Zoning ordinance amendment requiring elevators in new apartment buildings over 2 stories (17.9)
• Discussion of MidAmerican letter on permit process (Sept 15, 2023)
• Discussion of vacant buildings

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the preliminary and final plat for the Bethel site redevelopment, including a subdivision variance for lot sizes 115 feet instead of the required 120 feet. The commission also recommended approval of amendments to the Planned Unit Development process and a new elevator requirement for apartment buildings over two stories.

• Approved May 10, 2023, minutes (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision variance, preliminary plat, and final plat for Bethel site redevelopment (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of amendment to Zoning Code 17.11 on planned unit development, with condition to change Board of Adjustment voting to 5 votes or 70% (6-1-1)
• Recommended amendment requiring elevators in new apartment buildings over 2 stories (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 19, 2023, to consider a consent agenda with numerous routine items, including approving claims, financial reports, appointments, and a temporary street closure. Under new business, the council will hold a public hearing and second reading for the adoption of a new Code of Ordinances, and approve a route for a 5k run. The meeting was moved from September 20 due to lack of quorum.

• Approve progress invoice of $3,547.38 for Rehabilitate Runway 15/33 project
• Approve temporary street closure of 5th Ave between 9th & 10th Streets on Oct 12 for Sheldon Fire Company
• Confirm reappointments to Recreation Trails Board (Rolston, Brown, Ten Kley) and Library Board (Stewart)
• Accept retirement of Water Superintendent Keith Vaandrager effective Jan 5, 2024
• 2nd reading and public hearing for adoption of proposed Code of Ordinances

The Sheldon City Council approved a 20-item consent agenda including the hiring of Conner McDonald as a water operator, acceptance of Water Superintendent Keith Vaandrager's retirement, and multiple resolutions for urban renewal and emergency services funding. The council also approved a 5K run route for the Awakening Grace Foundation and passed the second reading of the updated Code of Ordinances. All votes were unanimous with four members present.

• Approved consent agenda with 20 items (4-0)
• Hired Conner McDonald as water operator via Resolution R23-3932 (4-0)
• Set public hearing on Community Development and Housing Needs Assessment via Resolution R23-3933 (4-0)
• Approved engagement with Ahlers & Cooney to update Urban Renewal Area & Plan via Resolution 23-3934 (4-0)
• Approved engagement with Ahlers & Cooney to review funding for emergency services capital building via Resolution R23-3935 (4-0)
• Approved engagement with DA Davidson underwriters for urban renewal and bonding via Resolution R23-3936 (4-0)
• Approved 5K run route for Awakening Grace Foundation on October 14, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved second reading of the Code of Ordinances (4-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing and take the first reading of a proposed new Code of Ordinances. The council will also consider a consent agenda that includes several appointments, liquor license renewals, and multiple construction pay estimates totaling over $400,000. The meeting includes a public forum for comments on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Public hearing and 1st reading of the proposed Code of Ordinances (will not change Zoning or Subdivision codes)
• Pay estimate #1 for 7th Ave storm sewer project: $137,624.71
• Pay estimate #5 for Lewis & Clark water project: $120,099.95
• Pay estimate #8 for Water Tower (Nest Ave/16th St): $90,854.11
• Liquor license renewals for Crossroads Pavilion Event Center and Kwik Trip d/b/a Kwik Star #1154

The Sheldon City Council approved the consent agenda, which included firefighter appointments, commission reappointments, pay estimates for several infrastructure projects totaling over $414,000, and liquor license renewals. The council also held a public hearing and approved the first reading of the proposed Code of Ordinances. Fire Chief Brad Hindt reported on department updates, and Superintendent Cory Myer presented a $32.9 million school improvement plan.

• Approved consent agenda including fire applicants Brittani Bootsma and Collin Hoffard
• Confirmed reappointment of Tom Eggers to the Airport Commission (term ending July 1, 2025)
• Confirmed appointment of Ken Van Kekerix to the Airport Commission (term ending July 1, 2025)
• Confirmed reappointment of Marv Van Riesen to the Cemetery Board (5-year term ending July 1, 2028)
• Confirmed appointment of Jayne Korver to the Planning & Zoning Commission (5-year term ending July 1, 2028)
• Approved pay estimates: 7th Ave storm sewer ($137,624.71), Sheldon Crossing Traffic Signal ($59,476.75), Lewis & Clark water project ($120,099.95), Water Tower ($90,854.11), 2023 Street Patching ($6,576.14)
• Approved liquor license renewals for Crossroads Pavilion Event Center and Kwik Trip d/b/a Kwik Star #1154
• Approved first reading of the proposed Code of Ordinances after a public hearing with no comments

Regular City Council Meeting

The council approved a Class C alcohol license for the Sheldon Golf Course to serve beer at City Park during Celebration Days, with a 3-1 vote. They also approved a resolution to publish notice of a hearing on adopting a new city code of ordinances, and affirmed that a nuisance property at 511 6th Ave was properly abated after a public hearing. Several consent agenda items were approved, including an intergovernmental agreement for a school resource officer and pay estimates for the water tower and Crossroads Trail projects.

• Approved Class C alcohol license for Golf Course during Celebration Days (3-1)
• Approved resolution to publish notice of hearing on proposed Code of Ordinances (4-0)
• Affirmed nuisance abatement at 511 6th Ave was properly done (4-0)
• Approved short-term street closure at former Bethel Church site (4-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement (28E) for School Resource Officer with Sheldon Community School District (consent)
• Approved pay estimate #7 for water tower, $168,464.45 to Maguire Iron (consent)
• Approved pay estimate #3 for Crossroads Trail project, $16,421.71, plus substantial completion (consent)
• Accepted resignation of water department operator Leon Kleinwolterink (consent)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved minutes from May 23, 2023, and considered two zoning requests. A setback variance was approved for Jon & Angie Locke to replace a 240 sq ft detached garage with a 900 sq ft garage at 810 6th Ave in Residential Multiple zoning. A Special Exception for 'Relocated Residential' at 711 11th St was approved for Neil & Leia Hash in Residential Multiple zoning. The meeting adjourned after board member comments and the City Manager's report.

• Approved minutes of May 23, 2023.
• Approved setback variance for Jon & Angie Locke to replace detached garage at 810 6th Ave (240 sq ft to 900 sq ft) in Residential Multiple zoning.
• Approved Special Exception for 'Relocated Residential' at 711 11th St for Neil & Leia Hash in Residential Multiple zoning.

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council approved the consent agenda, including payments for water, traffic signal, and street patching projects, and resolutions for the State Offset Program and NCC/LLRC agreements. They also adopted the Emergency Operations Plan, approved an extension of water sales to Clay Rural Water System, and authorized a temporary closure of 4th Avenue for roof repairs. A proposal for the former Bethel property was discussed but not voted on.

• Approved consent agenda including claims and pay estimates (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution R23-3928 adopting Emergency Operations Plan and shelter designations (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution R23-3929 extending water sales to Clay Rural Water System (all ayes)
• Authorized temporary closure of 4th Avenue from 9th Street to south alley for roof repairs (all ayes)
• Council consensus to allow purchase of Tahoe for K-9 unit

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council approved a new solid waste collection agreement with De Kruif Disposal, which includes a $0.75 monthly rate increase effective August 1, 2023, and moves the downtown recycling container to De Kruif's property in January 2024. The council also approved the final pay estimate for the 2021 Street Improvement Project, confirmed Mark Brown as interim SCDC director, and handled routine consent agenda items.

• Approved Resolution R23-3924: solid waste collection agreement with De Kruif Disposal, including $0.75 rate increase
• Approved Resolution R23-3925: setting residential garbage rates
• Approved pay estimate #9 (final) of $65,957.50 for 2021 Street Improvement Project (Oak St, Pine St, S 3rd Ave, N 5th Ave)
• Confirmed Mark Brown as interim SCDC director
• Accepted resignation of Police Secretary Tanner Moser

The Sheldon City Council approved a new solid waste collection agreement with De Kruif Disposal, including a $0.75 monthly rate increase effective August 1, 2023, and set the residential garbage rates. The council also approved the final pay estimate for the 2021 street improvement project, confirmed Mark Brown as interim director of SCDC, and approved several consent agenda items including reappointments and a landfill agreement.

• Approved solid waste collection agreement with De Kruif Disposal (unanimous)
• Approved residential garbage rate increase of $0.75 per month (unanimous)
• Approved final pay estimate #9 of $65,957.50 for 2021 street improvement project (unanimous)
• Confirmed Mark Brown as interim director of SCDC (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including reappointments of Poyzer, Stammer, and Grein (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R23-3922 for landfill participation collector agreement (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of police secretary Tanner Moser (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Leon Kleinwolterink as water operator (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes several construction pay estimates and change orders for traffic signals, water tower, and street patching projects. They will also review an emergency operations plan update and approve appointments and a resignation.

• Pay estimate #1 for Hwy 18 & 34th Ave traffic signal: $302,349.28
• Pay estimate #6 for Water Tower (Nest Ave/16th St): $201,802.80
• Pay estimate #1 for 2023 Street Patching Project (E 6th St/23rd Ave and E 6th St/26th Ave): $52,853.49
• Resolution approving contract and bonds for Airport Fuel System Improvements – Phase 2
• Accept resignation of Curt Strouth, Director of Sheldon Chamber & Development Corp, effective July 21

The Sheldon City Council approved the consent agenda, which included several contracts, change orders, and pay estimates for infrastructure projects, as well as resolutions for airport fuel system improvements and EMA by-laws. The council also accepted a resignation and made appointments to city boards. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned after updates on emergency operations planning and a request to review the fireworks ordinance.

• Approved consent agenda including change order #1 for Hwy 18 & 34th Ave traffic signal ($999.90) and pay estimate #1 ($302,349.28)
• Approved change order #4 for Lewis & Clark connection project ($1,250.84) and pay estimate #3 ($37,491.24)
• Approved pay estimate #1 for 2023 Street Patching Project ($52,853.49)
• Approved pay estimate #6 for Water Tower (Nest Ave/16th St) ($201,802.80)
• Approved Resolution R23-3920 for Airport Fuel System Improvements Phase II contract and bonds
• Approved Resolution R23-3921 updating EMA constitution and by-laws
• Accepted resignation of Curt Strouth as SCDC Director effective July 22, 2023
• Reappointed Tim Pottebaum to P&Z Commission and appointed Kevin Cain to Museum Board

Regular City Council Meeting

The council approved a fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 grant agreement with Sheldon Community Day Care Center and Nursery School, Inc. d/b/a Children’s World. It also approved a series of SCDC events including Sheldon Crazy Days, Hot Dog Day, Celebration Days, and Halloween trick-or-treating. The July 5 council meeting was rescheduled to July 12 due to the holiday.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, beer permit renewal for Sheldon Truck Plaza, fire service fees resolution, and airport fuel system phase II project contract (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution R23-3918 for grant agreement with Children’s World daycare for FY2023-2024 and FY2024-2025 (all ayes)
• Approved SCDC events: Sheldon Crazy Days (July 19), Hot Dog Day (August 7), Celebration Days (Aug 31-Sep 4) with street closures and beer garden, and Halloween trick-or-treating (Oct 31) (3-1, Snyder nay)
• Rescheduled July 5 council meeting to July 12 due to July 4th holiday (all ayes)

Cemetery Board

The Sheldon Cemetery Board will meet to approve minutes, discuss authorizing veteran's markers, review stone repairs, and get an update on trees. The board provides guidance on cemetery operations and budgeted expenditures.

• Authorize attachment of veteran's markers
• Status of stone repairs
• Update on trees
• Approve minutes of September 14, 2021

The Sheldon Cemetery Board approved a motion allowing veterans to drill holes in foundations for veteran markers in East Lawn Cemetery only, where appropriate. The board also approved minutes from September 14, 2021. Stone repairs are in progress with supply delays, and $15,000 is budgeted for tree removal next year.

• Approved minutes of September 14, 2021 (motion by Van Riesen, second by Goedken; all ayes).
• Approved veterans drilling holes in foundations for veteran markers in East Lawn Cemetery only, where appropriate (motion by Vande Brake, second by Van Riesen; all ayes).
• Discussed but no decision: temporary markers without names; Van Riesen suggested a two-year limit.
• Discussed but no decision: church request for burial locations for families without funds; Van Riesen offered one of his plots.

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council approved a sewer rate ordinance for fiscal year 23-24, waiving second and third readings, and tabled the second reading of the proposed Code of Ordinances to allow time for review of legislative updates. The consent agenda was approved, including wage and benefit resolutions, fire mutual aid agreements, and multiple pay estimates for infrastructure projects. A vintage bike parade was also approved for June 15.

• Approved sewer rate ordinance for FY23-24, waiving second and third readings (unanimous)
• Tabled second reading of proposed Code of Ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including wage resolution, fire mutual aid agreement, and pay estimates totaling $464,822.27 (unanimous)
• Approved vintage bike parade request for June 15, 2023 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for June 21 on grant agreement with Children's World daycare
• Approved cigarette permits, beer permit renewal for Breu Haus, and liquor license renewals for Casey's and Fraternal Order Eagles
• Approved burn request from Sheldon Sale Barn at 115 D St
• Received insurance renewal update: health +8.7%, property +9%, workers' comp modifier improved to 0.84

Board of Adjustment

The Sheldon Board of Adjustment will consider two variance requests at its May 23 meeting. One involves expanding a detached garage at 2641 Park St, and the other seeks a frontage setback reduction and confirmation that bus storage is allowed on a proposed lot on 2nd Ave. The board will also approve minutes from its March 30 meeting.

• Variance for size and location of detached garage expansion at 2641 Park St (Greg De Jong)
• Frontage setback variance from 50 ft to 10 ft for proposed lot on 2nd Ave (Chris Cammann)
• Request to confirm bus storage as acceptable use in Arterial Commercial Zoning District
• Approval contingent on annexation from Sioux County and rezoning from Ag to Arterial Commercial
• Approve minutes of March 30, 2023

The Board of Adjustment approved a size and location variance for a detached garage at 2641 Park Street, allowing a 36' x 48' addition that exceeds the 1,200 sq ft ordinance limit. It also approved a frontage setback variance and ordinance interpretation to allow bus storage on a proposed lot on 2nd Avenue, contingent on annexation and rezoning, with a stipulation that buses not back onto Business Highway 60.

• Approved size and location variance for detached garage addition at 2641 Park Street (6-0)
• Approved frontage setback variance (10 ft instead of 50 ft) and bus storage allowance for proposed lot on 2nd Avenue, contingent on annexation and rezoning, with stipulation that buses not back onto Business Highway 60 (6-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions on several development items, including a workforce housing tax credit application, the voluntary annexation of 8.08 acres, and rezoning those parcels from Agricultural to Arterial Commercial. The council will also hold a public hearing on a budget amendment and the first reading of a new Code of Ordinances. Consent agenda items include payments for the Crossroads Trail and Lewis & Clark water projects, liquor license renewals, and a library bike rodeo.

• Resolution supporting Workforce Housing Tax Credit Application for properties at 320, 321, and 322 9th St
• Voluntary annexation of 8.08 acres (two parcels) north of Hwy 60 & 2nd Ave
• Rezoning of those 8.08 acres from Agricultural to Arterial Commercial
• Public hearing and 1st reading of proposed Code of Ordinances
• Public hearing on FY 22-23 Budget Amendment

The council approved the voluntary annexation and rezoning of two parcels totaling 8.08 acres from Agricultural to Arterial Commercial, contingent on county approval. They also approved a development contract with Country View Construction, a resolution supporting a workforce housing tax credit application, and a budget amendment for FY 22-23. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved voluntary annexation of 8.08 acres (Jeffrey Granstra) (5-0)
• Rezoned two parcels (8.08 acres) from Agricultural to Arterial Commercial (5-0)
• Approved development contract with Country View Construction (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Workforce Housing Tax Credit Application (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment for FY 22-23 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including trail project change order #1 ($1,111) and pay estimate #1 ($121,225.32), Lewis & Clark water project change order #3 ($1,090.43), liquor license renewals, and library bike rodeo parking lot use (5-0)
• Approved first reading of proposed Code of Ordinances (5-0)
• Approved Iowa DOT grant application for North Hangar upgrades and ADA improvements (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Sheldon Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a voluntary annexation of 8.08 acres north of the Hwy 60 and 2nd Ave interchange, contingent on approval by Sioux County and the City Council. They will also discuss rezoning those parcels from Agricultural to Arterial Commercial, and an ordinance amendment requiring elevators in new apartment buildings over two stories. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a discussion-only item on vacant buildings.

• Voluntary annexation of 8.08 acres (parcels 1201427005 and 1201277003) by Jeffrey & Brooke Granstra
• Rezoning of 8.08 acres from Agricultural to Arterial Commercial (Jeff Granstra & Chris Cammann)
• Ordinance amendment to add elevator requirement for new apartments over 2 stories (Section 17.9)
• Approval of minutes from March 14, 2023
• Discussion only: vacant buildings

The commission unanimously approved a voluntary annexation of two parcels totaling 8.08 acres in Sioux County, owned by Jeffrey & Brooke Granstra, and then rezoned them from Agricultural to Arterial Commercial, both contingent on final approval by Sioux County and the Sheldon City Council. A proposed amendment to require elevators in new apartment buildings over 2 stories was tabled for further discussion. Discussion on vacant buildings was informational only, with no action taken.

• Approved voluntary annexation of parcels 1201427005 and 1201277003 (8.08 acres) in Sioux County (unanimous)
• Rezoned same two parcels from Agricultural (AG) to Arterial Commercial (AC) (unanimous)
• Tabled amendment to zoning ordinance requiring elevators in new apartment buildings over 2 stories (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes payments and a change order for the Lewis & Clark water project, acceptance of resignations, and setting public hearings for a proposed annexation and rezoning of two parcels totaling 8.08 acres. The council will also hold public hearings and consider resolutions for a development contract with Dubak Electrical and the transfer of a Trilogy lot to the Sheldon Chamber & Development Corporation. New business includes discussion of garbage service and a change order and pay estimate for the Water Tower project.

• Pay estimate #1 for Lewis & Clark water project: $83,284.41
• Change order #2 for Lewis & Clark water project: -$1,662.10
• Public hearing set for annexation of 8.08 acres (Jeffrey & Brooke Granstra) and rezoning from Agricultural to Arterial Commercial
• Public hearing and resolution for Dubak Electrical Contract for Development
• Change order #1 (-$17,300) and pay estimate #4 ($72,281.95) for Water Tower project

The council approved a development contract with Dubak Electrical Group LLC and extended the solid waste agreement with De Kruif Disposal through July 31, 2032. It also approved consent agenda items including a Lewis & Clark water project payment, a liquor license renewal, and a new alcohol license for Family Dollar. A garbage service discussion was tabled and later resolved with the contract extension.

• Approved contract for development with Dubak Electrical Group LLC (5-0)
• Approved transfer of Trilogy lot to Sheldon Chamber & Development Corporation (5-0)
• Approved change order #1 (-$17,300) and pay estimate #4 ($72,281.95) for water tower project (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Lewis & Clark water project pay estimate #1 ($83,284.41) and change order #2 (-$1,662.10) (5-0)
• Approved liquor license renewal for La Pasada Mexican Restaurant & Bar (5-0)
• Approved new alcohol license for Family Dollar Stores of Iowa, LLC (5-0)
• Consented to takeover of Schwarz residential customers by De Kruif (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R23-3906 extending solid waste agreement with De Kruif Disposal to July 31, 2032 (5-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will consider a resolution of support and local incentives for Prairie Trail Phase II, a multi-family housing project with 30 apartments and 10 townhomes. The consent agenda includes approvals for several FY23-24 agreements, a liquor license for Cobblestone Inn & Suites, and a public hearing on a budget amendment. The council will also review the city code, including sewer rates and tree regulations, and consider a second reading of an ordinance on egress windows.

• Resolution of support and local incentive for Prairie Trail Phase II (30 apartments, 10 townhomes)
• Change order #1 for Lewis & Clark Connection project: deduction of $4,077.20
• Pay estimate #3 for Water System Improvements: $80,818.30
• New liquor license for Cobblestone Inn & Suites
• Public hearing on budget amendment set for May 17, 2023

The council approved a resolution of support and local incentive for Prairie Trail Phase II, a multi-family housing project by Citadel 1, LLC, adding 30 apartments and 10 townhomes. It also approved the second reading of an egress window ordinance, a Community Services Center policy and rates, and a consent agenda with multiple resolutions and approvals. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved resolution of support and local incentive for Prairie Trail Phase II housing project (unanimous)
• Approved second reading and waived third reading of egress window ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Community Services Center policy and rates (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including change order #1 for Lewis & Clark Connection ($4,077.20 deduction), pay estimate #3 for water system improvements ($80,818.30), liquor licenses for Cobblestone Inn & Suites and Fareway Store, and multiple resolutions
• Set public hearing dates: May 3, 2023 for Dubak Electrical contract and Trilogy lot transfer; May 17, 2023 for budget amendment

Fast Act Applications

The Region 3 Transportation Technical Committee met to review applications for the 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program. No votes or decisions on funding allocations were recorded in the minutes. The meeting included discussion of a Sioux County project request and target amounts.

• No substantive decisions recorded; meeting was procedural review of applications

Regular City Council Meeting

The council approved the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget, a housing incentive program selling seven Sheldon Crossing lots for $1 each for duplex construction, and rezonings for Maintainer properties and 303 8th Ave. It also approved a TIF application public hearing for Dubak Electrical, a flag lease agreement, and the preliminary/final plat for the former Bethel Church site redevelopment.

• Approved FY23-24 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Sheldon Crossing housing incentive: seven lots for $1 each for duplexes, with $10,000 completion incentive (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for April 19 on Dubak Electrical TIF application (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Maintainer properties from Arterial Commercial to Light Industrial (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 303 8th Ave from Residential Multiple to Arterial Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for former Bethel Church site redevelopment into 12 lots (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of egress window ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Approved flag lease agreement with Avenue of Flags (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Sheldon Board of Adjustment will consider two variance requests: one for a deck and fence at 822 7th St, and another to allow redevelopment of the former Bethel Church site into 12 lots with reduced setbacks, lot sizes, and widths. The board may vote on the items individually or together. Decisions can be appealed to court but not to the City Council.

• Variance for deck in front setback and fence height at 822 7th St (Steve Waldstein)
• Variance for rear yard setback of 2 ft where 25 ft required (Section 8.5)
• Variance for side yard setback of 0 ft where 6 ft required for 12 lots (Section 8.5)
• Variance for minimum lot size (10,000 sq ft required) for 12 lots ranging from 2,225 to 4,277 sq ft
• Variance for minimum lot width (100 ft required) for 12 lots ranging from 25 to 47.79 ft

The Board of Adjustment approved five variance requests from CAP Builders LLC to redevelop the former Bethel Church site into 12 lots with four-plex units, including reduced setbacks, lot sizes, and lot widths. The board also approved a variance for a deck addition and fence at 822 7th Street. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved variances for deck addition and 6-foot fence at 822 7th St (unanimous)
• Approved rear yard setback of 2 feet (required 25) for 12 lots at former Bethel Church site (unanimous)
• Approved zero side yard setback for 12 lots, with 6-foot setback on north property line (unanimous)
• Approved reduced lot sizes (2,225–4,277 sq ft vs. required 10,000) for 12 lots (unanimous)
• Approved reduced lot widths (25–47.79 ft vs. required 100) for 12 lots (unanimous)
• Approved parking within public right-of-way along 7th St, maintenance by owner (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing and consider awarding a contract for the 2023 street patching project at E 6th St/23rd Ave and E 6th St/26th Ave. The council will also set public hearing dates for several rezoning requests, including Maintainer properties and 303 8th Ave, and for a major subdivision at the Bethel site. Consent agenda items include hiring a police officer, approving a beer permit renewal, and airport runway project contracts.

• Public hearing and contract award for 2023 street patching project (E 6th St/23rd Ave and E 6th St/26th Ave)
• Set hearing for rezoning Maintainer properties from Arterial Commercial to Light Industrial (208 16th St, 1701 S 2nd Ave, etc.)
• Set hearing for rezoning 303 8th Ave from Residential Multiple to Arterial Commercial (Les Starkenburg, Spark's Door Hardware & Locksmith)
• Set hearing for Bethel site redevelopment major subdivision (north of 7th St between 6th & 7th Ave)
• Consent: hire Nyron Moore as full-time police officer; beer permit renewal for Breu Haus; airport runway project contracts and grant application

The council approved a $286,846.75 bid from Van't Hof for the 2023 street patching project at E 6th St/23rd Ave and E 6th St/26th Ave. It also set public hearings for April 5 on rezoning Maintainer properties to light industrial, rezoning 303 8th Ave to arterial commercial, the Bethel site redevelopment, and an egress window ordinance. The consent agenda included hiring a police officer, approving airport runway contracts and grants, and a beer permit renewal.

• Approved $286,846.75 bid to Van't Hof for 2023 street patching (unanimous)
• Set April 5 public hearing for rezoning Maintainer properties from AC to LI
• Set April 5 public hearing for rezoning 303 8th Ave from RM to AC
• Set April 5 public hearing for Bethel site redevelopment major subdivision
• Set April 5 public hearing for egress window ordinance amendment
• Approved hiring Nyron Moore as full-time police officer (consent agenda)
• Approved contract, bonds, and grant applications for airport runway project (consent agenda)
• Approved beer permit renewal for Breu Haus (consent agenda)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved three major items: rezoning of eight Maintainer parcels from Arterial Commercial to Light Industrial, rezoning of 303 8th Avenue from Residential Multiple to Arterial Commercial for business expansion, and preliminary/final plats for a 12-townhome subdivision on the former Bethel Church site. The commission also added a new ordinance section allowing egress windows within setbacks. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved rezoning of eight Maintainer parcels from AC to LI (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 303 8th Avenue from RM to AC for Spark's Door Hardware expansion (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final plats for 12-townhome subdivision at former Bethel Church site (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance section 16.11 on egress windows and emergency escape openings (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold public hearings and consider awarding a contract for the Lewis & Clark water connection, set the FY23-24 maximum property tax dollars, and approve a water supply agreement with Sioux Center. The consent agenda includes routine items like minutes, claims, a fire protection agreement with Grant Township, and a wine permit renewal. The meeting also includes continued discussion of the Trilogy lot and a request from AGP to close Railroad Ave for 24 hours in May.

• Public hearing and contract award for Lewis & Clark connection (bid opening moved to 2/28)
• Resolution approving FY23-24 Maximum Property Tax Dollars and setting budget adoption hearing for April 5
• Water supply agreement with City of Sioux Center
• Resolution adopting 28E agreement with Grant Township for fire protection
• Request from AGP to close Railroad Ave for 24 hours May 24-25

The Sheldon City Council awarded a $851,845 contract to Industrial Process Technology for the Lewis & Clark Connection project, approved a water supply agreement with Sioux Center, and gave a vacant Trilogy lot to the Sheldon Community Development Corporation (SCDC) to market. The council also approved the FY23-24 maximum property tax dollars and a 28E fire protection agreement with Grant Township.

• Approved Resolution R23-3875 awarding the Lewis & Clark Connection contract to Industrial Process Technology for $851,845
• Approved Resolution R23-3876 authorizing a water supply agreement with the City of Sioux Center
• Approved giving the final Trilogy lot (26th Ave & E 6th St) to SCDC to market with a payback provision
• Approved Resolution R23-3877 setting the FY23-24 maximum property tax dollars
• Approved Resolution R23-3873 adopting a 28E agreement with Grant Township for fire protection
• Approved Resolution R23-3874 sponsoring an Avenue of Flags grant application
• Approved wine permit renewal for Stone River Gift Shop
• Approved temporary closure of Railroad Avenue for 24 hours the week of May 24, 2023

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will consider awarding a contract for rehabilitation of Runway 15/33 at the Sheldon Regional Airport, following a public hearing on bids opened January 23. The council will also set a hearing for FY23-24 maximum property tax dollars, approve several routine items, and discuss the status of a Trilogy lot.

• Resolution awarding contract for rehabilitation of Runway 15/33 at Sheldon Regional Airport
• Resolution setting hearing on FY23-24 Maximum Property Tax Dollars for March 1, 2023
• Resolution authorizing advancement of costs for FY23-24 urban renewal projects for Airport
• Approval of hiring Steven Gardfrey as full-time EMT
• Approval of liquor license renewal for J & B Bar

The Sheldon City Council awarded a $562,919 contract to Screed Tech, LLC for the rehabilitation of Runway 15/33 at the Sheldon Regional Airport, despite the low bid being $526,919. The council also approved the consent agenda, including hiring Steven Gardfrey as a full-time EMT and setting a March 1 public hearing on property tax dollars. Discussion on the final Trilogy lot was tabled until March 1, and a tree-planting moratorium ordinance is being drafted.

• Approved Resolution R23-3872 awarding airport runway contract to Screed Tech, LLC for $562,919 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including hiring Steven Gardfrey as full-time EMT (unanimous)
• Set March 1, 2023 public hearing on FY23-24 maximum property tax dollars (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license renewal for J&B Bar (unanimous)
• Approved EMA applicant Jonah Dacken (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on Trilogy lot until March 1, 2023
• Directed drafting of ordinance for tree-planting moratorium in right-of-way

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will consider approving plans and setting bid dates for two infrastructure projects: the 2023 street patching project at E 6th St/23rd Ave and E 6th St/26th Ave, and the Lewis & Clark connection. They will also discuss the FY23-24 budget, including a resolution to set a public hearing on maximum property tax dollars. The consent agenda includes routine approvals and resolutions for agricultural tax deferments and the annual fireworks display.

• Approve plans and set bid opening for 2023 street patching project (E 6th St/23rd Ave and E 6th St/26th Ave)
• Approve plans and set bid opening for Lewis & Clark connection
• Resolution setting public hearing on FY23-24 Maximum Property Tax Dollars
• Resolution approving Ag Deferments for FY23-24 (totaling $38,104.77)
• Resolution approving annual fireworks display at Village NW Unlimited (July 3)

The Sheldon City Council approved plans and specifications for the 2023 street patching project and the Lewis & Clark connection, setting bid openings. They also continued budget discussions, approving a $50,000 police vehicle and $50,000 EMS study contingent on mid-year evaluation, and set a public hearing on the maximum property tax levy. The consent agenda was approved, including the annual fireworks display and airport runway project hearing date.

• Approved consent agenda including firefighter applicant Dennis Kruger, SCAT applicant Emily Perez, ambulance write-offs, ag deferments, fireworks display, and airport runway hearing (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution R23-3866 for 2023 street patching project plans and specs, bid opening March 9, 2023 (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution R23-3867 for Lewis & Clark connection plans and specs, bid opening February 23, 2023 (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution R23-3868 for TIF advancement of costs for Lewis & Clark connection (all ayes)
• Budgeted $50,000 for a 6th police vehicle and $50,000 for EMS study, not expended until mid-year evaluation (all ayes)
• Set public hearing on March 1, 2023 for max property tax levy (all ayes)

City Council Budget Workshop

The Sheldon City Council held a two-day budget workshop on January 24-25, 2023, reviewing department requests and setting preliminary budget allocations. On day two, the Council approved several funding requests from TIF and LOST, including $25,000 for LLRC, $15,000 for the Golf Course, and $250 for Mid Sioux, all from LOST. They also removed $60,000 for the splashpad in the current fiscal year and decided not to budget $15,000 for a dog park. The workshop was procedural, with no final budget adoption; a public hearing and final approval are scheduled for March 1, 2023.

• Approved all TIF requests including $25,000 for LLRC, $15,000 for Golf Course, $250 for Mid Sioux, $3,300 for Upper Des Moines from LOST (all unanimous)
• Removed $60,000 for splashpad in current fiscal year (unanimous)
• Consensus not to budget $15,000 for dog park
• Consensus to budget $5,000 for cemetery capital fund
• Consensus to move special event costs ($18,500) from LOST to police, SCAT, and RUT operations
• Consensus to remove quick attack fire truck from budget and move police bathroom updates to operations budget
• Discussed but did not decide on EMS compensation, recruitment, and retention; tabled to next session
• Debt capacity reviewed as excellent with room for future obligations

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council approved a revised redevelopment plan for the former Bethel Church site, a lead water line inventory contract, a fire service agreement termination, and a consolidation of two part-time SCAT positions into one full-time position. The meeting included public comment on the Bethel project and reports on sales tax and TIF.

• Approved pay estimate #2 for water system improvements ($254,600) to Maguire Iron
• Approved liquor license renewal for Kwik Trip d/b/a Kwik Star #1154
• Approved resolution R23-3863 with 120Water for lead water line inventory (~$25,000)
• Approved resolution R23-3864 to terminate and renegotiate Grant Township fire service agreement
• Approved consolidating two part-time SCAT positions into one full-time position

The Sheldon City Council approved several consent agenda items including minutes, claims, financial reports, a $254,600 pay estimate for water system improvements, and a liquor license renewal for Kwik Star. New business included a presentation on redeveloping the former Bethel Church site, a resolution to contract with 120Water for a lead water line inventory, and a resolution to renegotiate fire service agreements with Grant Township. The council also discussed consolidating two part-time SCAT positions into one full-time position.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports
• Approved pay estimate #2 for water system improvements ($254,600)
• Approved liquor license renewal for Kwik Trip d/b/a Kwik Star #1154
• Discussed redevelopment of former Bethel Church site (no vote recorded)
• Approved resolution for agreement with 120Water for lead water line inventory
• Approved resolution to renegotiate fire service agreements with Grant Township
• Discussed consolidating two part-time SCAT positions into one full-time (no vote recorded)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold its regular meeting, primarily discussing the FY23-24 Local Option Sales Tax budget, Urban Renewal/TIF budget, and hotel-motel tax calendar year results, as carried over from the December 21 meeting. The agenda also includes routine consent items (minutes, claims, deposit resolution) and a public forum for comments.

• Discussion of Local Option Sales Tax budget for FY23-24 (beginning July 1, 2023)
• Discussion of Urban Renewal/TIF budget for FY23-24 (beginning July 1, 2023)
• Hotel-motel tax calendar year results
• Consent agenda: minutes, claims list, resolution designating deposit of funds
• Public forum for comments on and off agenda

The Sheldon City Council met on January 4, 2023, and approved the agenda and consent agenda (minutes, claims, and a bank depository resolution) unanimously. No substantive decisions were made; the main discussion concerned Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) budgets and Urban Renewal/TIF funding, including a consensus to move $250,000 for a Lewis & Clark hookup from LOST to TIF. The meeting adjourned without any votes on budget items.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and Resolution R23-3862 designating bank depositories for 2023 (unanimous)
• Consensus to move $250,000 Lewis & Clark hookup expenditure from LOST to TIF for FY22-23
• Adjourned at 5:43 p.m. (unanimous)