Sheldon public meetings in 2024
41 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will consider setting a public hearing for the 2025 PCC patching project after original bids were rejected in September. They will also review the community recycle container contract and discuss a possible $100 per dump fee split between the city and hauler. A presentation from the Sheldon High School CAPS team on a plan for 421 3rd Ave will be given with no final action. A request to change the minimum assessment for a lot in Sunshine addition by Oak Tree Properties will also be considered.
- 2025 PCC patching project: bid letting January 29, 2025, public hearing set for February 5, 2025
- Community recycle container: review contract, possible action on $100 per dump fee ($50 city/$50 hauler) effective January 1, 2025
- Presentation from Sheldon High School CAPS team on plan for 421 3rd Ave (no final action)
- Request to change minimum assessment for lot in Sunshine addition by Oak Tree Properties (Mike Klemme)
- Resolution approving banking services agreement with Peoples Bank
The council approved plans and specifications for the 2024 PCC Patching Project (revised) and set a public hearing for February 5, 2025, to award the bid. They also approved a $100 per dump increase for the community recycle container, approved a minimum assessment change for a lot in Sunshine Addition, and approved a $4,000 pay increase for a public works employee effective January 1, 2025. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved plans and specs for 2024 PCC Patching Project, set public hearing Feb 5, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved $100 per dump increase for community recycle container (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R24-4063 for minimum assessment on Lot 12, Block 3, Sunshine Addition (5-0)
- Approved $4,000 pay increase for Lyle Frohwein effective 01/01/25 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, fire applicant, and banking agreement (5-0)
Strategic Planning - Special City Council meeting
The Sheldon City Council is holding the second day of a two-day strategic planning session. Initial actions may be taken, but they will be summarized in an after-action report for future ratification. The meeting is in person only.
- Strategic planning continued from December 10
- Review of 2019 goals (18-page document linked)
The Sheldon City Council held a strategic planning session and, after discussion and voting, identified four top priorities: reviewing gateway corridors, analyzing emergency services, evaluating parks, and exploring daycare options. No binding decisions were made; the outcomes will be compiled into a report for future ratification.
- Identified top priorities: gateway corridor improvement plan, emergency services analysis, parks evaluation, daycare expansion options
- Selected additional priorities: downtown building plan, community collaboration forum, land acquisition strategy, residential/commercial property development plan
- Adjourned at 6:25 p.m. (unanimous)
Strategic Planning - Special City Council meeting
This is a special City Council meeting focused on strategic planning, with no binding actions anticipated. Initial discussion will occur, but any decisions will be ratified at a future meeting. The agenda includes only call to order, strategic planning, and adjournment.
- Strategic planning session, Day 1 of 2
- Review of 2019 goals referenced from October 2, 2024 meeting
- No votes, ordinances, or financial items on agenda
The Sheldon City Council held a strategic planning session on December 10, 2024, as part of a two-day workshop. No binding decisions were made; the session focused on exercises to identify community visions, assets, threats, successes, and opportunities. An after-action report will be presented at a future council meeting for ratification.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:32 p.m. (unanimous)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will vote on several items, including a first reading of an ordinance to remove the Kwik Star neighborhood from tax increment financing (TIF) while keeping it in the urban renewal area, a first reading of a cemetery rate increase, and approval of a bid letting for the Western Ave project. The council will also consider a request to delay or reduce the minimum assessment for a lot in Sunshine Addition, and receive the FY23-24 audit presentation.
- Resolution waiving lot sale reimbursements for 7 single-family homes in Sheldon Crossing
- Resolution approving Minimum Assessment Agreement template for Sheldon Crossing lots
- Request to delay/reduce/remove Minimum Assessment for a lot in Sunshine Addition (Oak Tree Properties, Mike Klemme)
- Approve DOT bid letting for Western Ave (Jan 22, 2025) and set public hearing (Feb 5, 2025)
- 1st reading of ordinance amending cemetery rates (Section 115.04)
The council approved the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan and the 15-year emergency services CIP after discussion. They also denied a request to delay/reduce/remove a minimum assessment for a lot in Sunshine Addition. The fiscal year 23-24 audit was accepted with an unmodified opinion. First readings of ordinances amending cemetery rates and removing parcels from TIF were approved, with second and third readings waived.
- Approved 5-year Capital Improvement Plan and 15-year emergency services CIP (5-0)
- Denied request from Oak Tree Properties to delay/reduce/remove minimum assessment for lot in Sunshine Addition (5-0)
- Accepted fiscal year 23-24 audit with unmodified opinion (5-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance amending cemetery rates (Section 115.04) and waived second and third readings (5-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance removing Kwik Star parcels from TIF and waived second and third readings (5-0)
- Approved IA DOT bid letting for Western Avenue project and set public hearing for February 5, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including resolutions for official newspapers, deposit of funds, lot sale reimbursements, and minimum assessment template (5-0)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing and consider selling seven single-family residential lots in the Sheldon Crossing subdivision for $1 each as a housing incentive. The council will also hold a public hearing on a grant agreement with Northwest Iowa Community College for a wellness center partnership and consider approving updated Capital Improvement Plans for the city, emergency services, and the airport.
- Public hearing and possible sale of 7 single-family residential lots in Sheldon Crossing for $1 each as a housing incentive
- Public hearing and resolution to enter into a Grant Agreement with Northwest Iowa Community College for LLRC/Wellness Center/Recreation Dept partnership
- 3rd introduction and possible approval of Capital Improvement Plans (City 5-year, Emergency Services 15-year, Airport)
- Consent agenda includes release of TIF revenues for Kwik Star area (north & east of Washington Ave/Hwy 18 to Wansink Ave) effective FY25-26
- Resolution approving fire service fees effective January 1, 2025
The council approved selling seven single-family residential lots in Sheldon Crossing for $1 each, with the minimum assessment starting January 1, 2026. A separate agreement with the Sheldon Chamber & Development Corporation was tabled until after the budget. The council also approved a grant agreement with Northwest Iowa Community College and the airport capital improvement plan.
- Approved selling 7 Sheldon Crossing lots for $1 each with minimum assessment starting Jan 1, 2026 (5-0)
- Tabled SCDC partnership agreement until after budget (5-0)
- Approved grant agreement with Northwest Iowa Community College (5-0)
- Approved airport capital improvement plan subject to revisions (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewal for Brady's Pub, temporary wine permit for Top of Iowa Lucky Wife, fire service fees, no-parking signs, annual fireworks display, and TIF revenue release (5-0)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on two setback variance requests: one for a commercial addition at 1427 Western Ave and another for a detached garage at 821 4th St. The board will also approve minutes from its June 26, 2024 meeting.
- Setback variance for 30' x 50' addition at 1427 Western Ave (Heavy Industrial zoning) - Rome LTD
- Setback variance for 16' x 24' detached garage at 821 4th St (Residential Multiple zoning) - James McDonald
- Approval of minutes from June 26, 2024 meeting
The Sheldon Board of Adjustment approved two variance requests at its November 19, 2024 meeting. A variance for a 30' x 50' bathroom addition at 1427 Western Ave (Rome LTD) was approved unanimously. A variance for a 16' x 24' detached garage at 821 4th St (James McDonald) was approved with a requirement for gutters; one member abstained.
- Approved minutes of June 26, 2024.
- Approved setback variance for 1427 Western Ave for a 30' x 50' addition (Rome LTD) — all ayes.
- Approved setback variance for 821 4th St for a 16' x 24' detached garage (James McDonald) — 6 ayes, 1 abstention; condition: gutters required on west side.
- Adjourned at 4:07 p.m.
Cemetery Board
The Sheldon Cemetery Board will discuss staff updates on stone repairs and tree conditions, review the cemetery ordinance and rate schedule, and consider repurposing the underutilized Babyland section for regular spaces, indigent burials, or a columbarium. Other agenda items include unmarked markers and pauper's field.
- Review of rate schedule and general ordinance
- Babyland review: 320 spaces, only 48 utilized (15% in 60 years); potential reuse along Union Ave
- Update on stone repairs and headstones with spaces for cremains
- Discussion of unmarked/temporary markers
- Discussion of pauper's field
The Sheldon Cemetery Board approved a slate of new fees for burial lots and services, including a $500 regular lot fee and $600 open/close fee, and set Babyland lots at $100 for children one year or younger. The board also voted to request $10,000 from LOST funds for cemetery capital improvements and set rules for urn placement and Babyland lot sales.
- Approved $10,000 LOST fund request for cemetery capital (unanimous)
- Set new rates: Babyland lot $100, regular lot $500, Babyland open/close $200, cremation open/close $350, other burial open/close $600, weekend/holiday $400 (unanimous)
- Approved urn placement fee same as cremation open/close, requiring supervision and permit (unanimous)
- Approved Babyland lot sales as next available in line (unanimous)
- Approved age limit for Babyland burials: one year or younger (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from June 14, 2023 (unanimous)
Regular City Council Meeting
The council will hold a public hearing and discuss selling seven single-family residential lots for $1 each as a housing incentive. It will also consider updating its partnership with the Sheldon Chamber & Development Corporation and approving a new police chief. Several consent items include a $3.7 million general obligation loan and payments for water tower and Oak Street projects.
- Public hearing on Sheldon Crossing Housing Incentive to sell 7 single-family lots for $1 each
- Public hearing on updating the city's partnership with the Sheldon Chamber & Development Corporation (SCDC)
- Resolution appointing Eric Meinecke as Chief of Police
- Approval of $3,700,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024
- Pay estimate #3 for Oak St in the amount of $411,657.47
The council voted unanimously to table a proposal to sell seven single-family residential lots for $1 each in the Sheldon Crossing subdivision, sending it back to the Sheldon Chamber & Development Corporation for further discussion. The council also tabled a resolution updating the city's partnership with SCDC. Public comment included concerns about setting a bad precedent and requests for local contractor requirements.
- Tabled sale of 7 single-family lots for $1 in Sheldon Crossing, sent back to SCDC (5-0)
- Tabled resolution updating city partnership with SCDC (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including claims, alcohol license for Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh, fire applicants, water tower change order #2 ($3,135) and pay estimate #16 ($99,141.75), Oak Street pay estimate #3 ($411,657.47), and several resolutions (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R24-4050 appointing Eric Meinecke as Chief of Police (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R24-4051 for agreement with Cayler Consulting for police officer and sergeant vacancy (5-0)
- Set public hearing for November 20, 2024 on grant agreement with Northwest Iowa Community College (consent agenda)
- Appointed Todd Uhl to Dakota Mainstem board with Dave Andringa as alternate (consent agenda)
- Authorized $3,700,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024 (consent agenda)
Special City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will consider a resolution to accept a proposal to purchase $3,700,000 in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes for the Western Ave reconstruction project. A public hearing on the project was held October 2. The council may also enter closed session to discuss employment conditions.
- Resolution to accept $3,700,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024, for Western Ave reconstruction
- Public hearing on the project held October 2; public comment may be accepted at council discretion
- Possible closed session per Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) to discuss employment conditions
The Sheldon City Council approved Resolution R24-4045, accepting a proposal to purchase $3,700,000 in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024, for the Western Avenue reconstruction project. The true interest cost was clarified at 3.918129%, down from the previous estimate of 4.119335%. The council also held a closed session to discuss employment conditions, but no action was taken.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Closed public hearing on $3.7M bond purchase (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R24-4045 accepting $3.7M bond purchase for Western Ave (unanimous)
- Entered closed session to discuss employment conditions (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will vote on a $3,700,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Note for Western Avenue and consider selling seven single-family residential lots for $1 each as a housing incentive. A resolution updating the partnership with the Sheldon Chamber & Development Corporation will be introduced with a public hearing set for November 6. The meeting also includes a possible closed session regarding the Police Chief vacancy.
- $3,700,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Note for Western Ave
- Sale of 7 single-family residential lots for $1 each (Sheldon Crossing Housing Incentive)
- Introduction of SCDC resolution updating city partnership with Sheldon Chamber & Development Corporation
- Possible closed session per Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) for Police Chief vacancy
- Introduction of Capital Improvement Plans (5-year city, 15-year emergency services, airport)
The Sheldon City Council approved the preliminary official statement for $3.7 million in general obligation capital loan notes for the Western Avenue project, with interest rates to be set at an October 28 special meeting. The council also set public hearings for November 6 on selling seven single-family lots in Sheldon Crossing for $1 each and on updating the city's partnership with the Sheldon Chamber & Development Corporation. A closed session was held to discuss police chief applicants, but no action was taken.
- Approved Resolution R24-4044 approving the Preliminary Official Statement for $3.7M Western Ave bond (all ayes)
- Set public hearing for Nov 6 on sale of 7 Sheldon Crossing lots for $1 each (all ayes)
- Set public hearing for Nov 6 on SCDC partnership agreement (all ayes)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, ambulance insurance adjustments, and S&P engagement letter (all ayes)
- Entered closed session to discuss police chief applicants; no action taken
Special City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold a special meeting to interview and discuss final candidates for Chief of Police. A closed session is authorized under Iowa Code for personnel matters. Initial direction may be given, but a final decision will be made at a future meeting.
- Chief of Police interviews and discussion of final candidates
- Closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) for personnel
- Initial direction may be given; final decision deferred
The Sheldon City Council met in special session on October 9, 2024, and voted unanimously to enter closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) to conduct police chief interviews. After emerging from closed session at 8:55 p.m., the council took no action on the matter and adjourned.
- Approved the agenda by unanimous vote.
- Approved entering closed session at 4:30 p.m. to conduct police chief interviews.
- No action was taken following the closed session.
- Approved adjournment at 8:57 p.m.
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing and consider issuing up to $2,700,000 in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes for the Western Avenue reconstruction project. The council will also consider code enforcement action at 523 10th St, approve pay application #2 for the Oak Street Project ($204,221.50), and discuss strategic planning options.
- Public hearing on $2,700,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes for Western Ave reconstruction
- Consideration of code enforcement action at 523 10th St (findings and abatement)
- Approval of Pay Application #2 on Oak Street Project for $204,221.50
- Approval of Fire Truck Deduct Change Order for ($1,125.00)
- Approval of SCDC request for road closure on 3rd Ave from 4th to 9th St on Oct 14
The council approved a $2.7 million general obligation loan for Western Avenue reconstruction, set a special meeting for October 28 to finalize the note issuance. They also declared a junk vehicle nuisance at 523 10th St and gave the owner 30 days to remove it or comply with ordinance 51.04. A joint strategic planning session with SCDC was approved for $6,000.
- Approved $2,700,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes for Western Ave reconstruction (5-0)
- Declared a junk vehicle nuisance at 523 10th St, gave owner 30 days to remove or comply with ordinance (5-0)
- Approved $6,000 agreement with Tim Moerman for joint City-SCDC strategic planning session (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including pay application #2 on Oak Street project ($204,221.50) and fire tanker deduction change order (-$1,125.00) (5-0)
- Set special council meeting for October 28, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. for note issuance (5-0)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning 620 3rd Ave from Arterial Commercial to Residential Multiple to facilitate a home sale. The consent agenda includes temporary street closures, CDBG policy approvals, and a beer permit renewal. A possible closed session is scheduled to discuss the Police Chief vacancy.
- Rezoning of 620 3rd Ave from Arterial Commercial (AC) to Residential Multiple (RM) – public hearing and first reading
- Temporary street closure of 5th Ave between 9th & 10th Streets on October 10 for Sheldon Fire Company
- Temporary closure of east end of alley near 1st Reformed Church on October 31
- Approval of required CDBG policies for Upper Story Housing grants (Code of Conduct, Equal Opportunity, Procurement, Anti-Displacement, Fair Housing)
- Beer permit renewal for Crossroads Travel Plaza
The council unanimously approved rezoning 620 3rd Avenue from Arterial Commercial to Residential Multiple to facilitate the sale of a home. The consent agenda was approved, including temporary street closures, CDBG policies, and a beer permit renewal. In closed session, the council confirmed interest from three candidates for Police Chief and agreed to involve the full council in interviews.
- Approved rezoning of 620 3rd Ave from AC to RM (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of rezoning ordinance and waived second and third readings (unanimous)
- Adopted new zoning map (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, temporary street closures, CDBG policies, and beer permit renewal (unanimous)
- Entered closed session per Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) for Police Chief vacancy (unanimous)
- Confirmed interest of three candidates for Police Chief and agreed to full council interviews (consensus)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a rezoning of 620 3rd Ave from Arterial Commercial (AC) to Residential Multiple (RM) to facilitate the sale of a home. They will also vote on adopting a new zoning map. Other items include approving prior meeting minutes and receiving commissioner and city manager reports.
- Rezoning of 620 3rd Ave from Arterial Commercial (AC) to Residential Multiple (RM) for Alicia Beltman
- Adoption of new zoning map
- Approval of minutes from April 10, 2024
The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the rezoning of 620 3rd Avenue from Arterial Commercial (AC) to Residential Multiple (RM) to facilitate a home sale. They also approved a new zoning map incorporating this and eight prior changes. Minutes from April 10, 2024, were also approved.
- Approved rezoning of 620 3rd Ave from AC to RM (unanimous)
- Approved updated zoning map (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of April 10, 2024 (unanimous)
Regular City Council Meeting
The council will hold a public hearing and consider awarding contracts for the 2024 PCC patching project and the Wyman and 16th St culvert replacement. It will also set a meeting date to authorize a loan agreement and issue up to $2,700,000 in general obligation capital loan notes for Western Ave reconstruction. First readings of eight legislative ordinance updates will be individually voted on.
- Resolution to authorize $2,700,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes for Western Ave reconstruction
- Public hearing and award of contract for 2024 PCC patching project
- Public hearing and award of contract for Wyman and 16th St culvert replacement
- Appeal of code enforcement action at 523 10th St
- Setting hearing for rezoning of 620 3rd Ave from Arterial Commercial to Residential Multiple
The council voted 4-1 to table a code enforcement appeal at 523 10th St until October 2, 2024, after a public hearing. It also rejected bids for the 2024 PCC patching project and the Wyman & 16th St culvert replacement project because both came in higher than estimates. A fire tanker truck purchase was approved, and a public hearing was set for October 2 on a $2.7 million loan for the Western Ave reconstruction.
- Tabled code enforcement appeal at 523 10th St until Oct 2 (4-1)
- Rejected bid for 2024 PCC patching project (5-0)
- Rejected bid for Wyman & 16th St culvert replacement project (5-0)
- Approved purchase of fire tanker truck via Resolution R24-4036 (5-0)
- Set public hearing for Oct 2 on $2.7M loan for Western Ave reconstruction (5-0)
- Approved first reading of eight legislative ordinance updates, waiving second and third readings (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including liquor license for Backyard Brew, beer permit for Kwik Star, and pay estimates totaling $109,746.13 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting a consolidated urban revitalization plan that updates the Trilogy and Prairie Trails areas. They will also swear in Eric Meinecke as interim police chief and consider several resolutions, including a FEMA facility use agreement and a grant agreement for the 324-326 9th Street upper story project.
- Public hearing and resolution to adopt the Sheldon Consolidated Urban Revitalization Plan, updating Trilogy and Prairie Trails areas per state code changes
- Oath of Office for Interim Chief of Police Eric Meinecke
- Resolution approving grant agreement with IEDA for 324-326 9th Street Upper Story Project
- Resolution approving agreement with Simmering-Cory for grant administration services on 324-326 9th Street Upper Story Project
- Final pay estimate of $7,545.63 to Northeast Nebraska Energy Systems, Inc. for North Hangar Rehabilitation project closeout
The council unanimously approved the Sheldon Consolidated Urban Revitalization Plan, updating the Trilogy and Prairie Trails revitalization areas per state code changes. The consent agenda was also approved, including resolutions for a FEMA facility use agreement, a grant agreement for the 324-326 9th Street upper story project, and the appointment of Amy Jager and Carmen Vanden Hull to the Recreation Trails Board. No public comments were made on the revitalization plan or other agenda items.
- Approved Sheldon Consolidated Urban Revitalization Plan (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including North Hangar Rehabilitation project closeout (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R24-4030 for 2nd FEMA Facility Use Agreement (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R24-4031 for 3rd FEMA Facility Use Agreement (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R24-4032 for IEDA grant agreement for 324-326 9th Street upper story project (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R24-4033 for Simmering-Cory grant administration services (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R24-4034 for DGR Engineering on West Elevated Tank exterior repainting (unanimous)
- Confirmed appointments of Amy Jager, Carmen Vanden Hull, and Teri Elgersma to Recreation Trails Board (unanimous)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to designate deposit of funds for banking services, continued from July 24. They will also consider a resolution to hire Cayler Consulting for the police chief vacancy search and approve grant writing services for 2024 flood recovery. Consent items include a liquor license renewal, a temporary wine permit for Celebration Days, and a library board appointment.
- Resolution designating deposit of funds for banking services (Peoples Bank agreement to come later)
- Resolution approving agreement with Cayler Consulting to assist with police chief vacancy
- Resolution approving grant writing & administration services for 2024 Flood Recovery Act to Simmering & Cory
- Resolution setting August 21 public hearing on proposed Sheldon Consolidated Urban Revitalization Plan
- Approval of Crossroads Pavilion liquor license renewal and temporary wine permit for Celebration Days
The council awarded a five-year banking services contract to People's Bank (4-1), rejecting a proposal to split funds among local banks. It also approved a resolution to hire Cayler Consulting for the police chief search and set a salary range of $90,000-$101,000. The consent agenda, including liquor license renewals and flood recovery grant services, was approved unanimously.
- Awarded five-year banking proposal to People's Bank (4-1)
- Approved resolution hiring Cayler Consulting for police chief search (unanimous)
- Set police chief salary range $90,000-$101,000 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewal for Crossroads Pavilion (unanimous)
- Approved temporary wine permit for Celebration Days (unanimous)
- Confirmed Lois Klein to Library Board (unanimous)
- Set Aug 21 public hearing for Sheldon Consolidated Urban Revitalization Plan (unanimous)
- Approved grant writing services for 2024 Flood Recovery Act (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will vote on appointing Eric Meinecke as interim police chief following a vacancy, and consider a resolution adopting a new zoning map. Other business includes setting bid dates for street patching and culvert replacement projects, awarding banking services to Peoples Bank, and approving several board appointments and a liquor license renewal.
- Resolution approving Eric Meinecke as interim Chief of Police
- Resolution adopting new zoning map
- 2024 PCC patching project: set bid opening for August 27 and hearing for September 4
- Wyman and 16th St culvert replacement project: set bid opening for August 27 and hearing for September 4
- Banking services: recommend award to Peoples Bank
The council approved the consent agenda including a new zoning map and a FEMA facility use agreement. They hired Jeff Caylor à la carte for the police chief search and appointed Eric Meinecke as interim police chief. The banking services RFP was sent back to the review committee for clarification. Flood cleanup dumpsters will remain through July 31 with one more curbside pickup on August 1.
- Approved consent agenda including new zoning map and FEMA agreement (unanimous)
- Hired Jeff Caylor à la carte for police chief search (unanimous)
- Appointed Eric Meinecke as interim police chief (unanimous)
- Set bid opening Aug 27 and hearing Sep 4 for PCC patching project (unanimous)
- Set bid opening Aug 27 and hearing Sep 4 for Wyman & 16th St culvert project (unanimous)
- Sent banking services RFP back to review committee for clarification (unanimous)
- Extended flood dumpsters through July 31 with one more curbside pickup Aug 1 (unanimous)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 10, 2024, covering flood recovery updates, a police chief vacancy, and several consent agenda items including approvals for fire applicants, a liquor license, and multiple resolutions. The council will also consider an urban renewal cost advancement for the former Bethel church site and set a hearing for a code enforcement appeal.
- Approval of fire applicants Tyler Schuld and Alan Granillo-Rodas
- Approval of Class B Retail Alcohol License for Family Dollar
- Accept resignation notice from Chief of Police Scott Burtch, effective August 30, 2024
- Resolution approving 3-year lease agreement with ID Excavating & Tiling, LLC (Parcel # 0050176500)
- Resolution authorizing advancement of costs for urban renewal project at former Bethel church site
The Sheldon City Council accepted the resignation of Police Chief Scott Burtch, effective August 24, 2024, by a 4-1 vote. They also approved a resolution authorizing cost advancement for an urban renewal project at the former Bethel church site (4-1). Flood recovery updates included FEMA registrations, dumpster extensions, and estimated costs of $210,000 for a water line and $250,000 for a lift station repair. A public hearing was set for September 4, 2024, to consider a code enforcement appeal at 523 10th Street.
- Accepted Police Chief Scott Burtch's resignation effective August 24, 2024 (4-1)
- Approved Resolution R24-4020 authorizing cost advancement for urban renewal project at former Bethel church site (4-1)
- Set public hearing for September 4, 2024, on code enforcement appeal at 523 10th Street (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including fire applicants, alcohol license, pay estimate, easements, lease, and Red Cross agreement (unanimous)
- Left flood recovery dumpsters at City Park until July 24 meeting (consensus)
- Approved minutes from June 17, 2024 (unanimous)
Board of Adjustment
The Sheldon Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial meeting to consider two variance requests. The first would allow an off-premise sign at 320 W Park St for Summit Locations, LLC, and the second would permit two principal structures on one lot for Immanuel CRC. The board will also approve minutes from its May 22 meeting and hear a city manager's report.
- Variance for off-premise sign at 320 W Park St (Summit Locations, LLC, Arterial Commercial zoning)
- Variance for two principal structures on one lot (Immanuel CRC, Residential Single zoning)
- Approve minutes of May 22, 2024
- Item moved from May 22 to June 26 at Summit Locations' request
The Board of Adjustment denied a variance for a larger off-premise sign at 320 W Park St, keeping the allowed size at 100 square feet. It approved a variance for Immanuel Christian Reformed Church to have two principal structures on one lot for a youth building.
- Denied variance for 160 sq ft off-premise sign at 320 W Park St (unanimous)
- Approved variance for two principal structures on one lot for Immanuel CRC (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of May 22, 2024 (unanimous)
Special City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss flood and high wind recovery efforts, including updates from the Public Works Director and Emergency Management. The council will consider actions such as debris cleanup options and resolutions to allocate $50,000 from TIF and $50,000 from Local Option Sales Tax reserves for recovery costs, with hopes of FEMA reimbursement.
- Discussion of 10-inch water main on west side (Sioux County, NCC, Tradewinds Apts)
- Decision on debris cleanup method: curbside, central, both, or none
- Resolution for Urban Renewal advancement of $50,000 for TIF-eligible flood recovery costs
- Authorization to release $50,000 from Local Option Sales Tax reserves for non-TIF costs
- Public forum for comments on agenda and non-agenda items
The Sheldon City Council met in special session to address flooding from heavy rainfall. They approved two $50,000 funding measures for flood cleanup: one from Urban Renewal TIF funds and one from Local Option Sales Tax reserves, both with the hope of FEMA reimbursement. The council also authorized hiring contractors for curbside debris pickup and renting two dumpsters from De Kruif Disposal.
- Approved Resolution R24-4016 advancing $50,000 in TIF money for flood cleanup (5-0)
- Authorized $50,000 from Local Option Sales Tax reserves for flood cleanup (5-0)
- Authorized taking quotes for curbside flood debris pickup and renting two 6-foot dumpsters from De Kruif Disposal (5-0)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold its regular meeting, including a public forum, consent agenda, and old business. Key items include a continued request from developer Justin Postma regarding the former Bethel lot, and third and final readings of ordinances setting water and sewer rates for fiscal year 24-25. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, claims, financial reports, an auditing contract, event requests, permits, and liquor licenses.
- Resolution awarding auditing contract to ABDO for FY23-24, FY24-25 & FY25-26
- Approval of Amendment to Liquor License for The Train Station 2—adding outdoor license
- Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Aerie Fraternal Eagles No. 2297
- Third and Final Reading of Ordinance on Water Rates for Fiscal Year 24-25
- Third and Final Reading of Ordinance on Sewer Rates for Fiscal Year 24-25
The council approved up to $15,000 to assist developer Justin Postma with curb, gutter, and parallel parking on 7th Street, subject to a future resolution. Water and sewer rate ordinances for FY 24-25 were approved on third reading. The consent agenda included awarding the auditing contract to ABDO, approval of several event permits, cigarette permits, and liquor license renewals.
- Approved up to $15,000 for curb, gutter, and parallel parking on 7th Street for Justin Postma (3-1)
- Approved Ordinance O24-3286 setting water rates for FY 24-25 (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance O24-3287 setting sewer rates for FY 24-25 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including Resolution R24-4015 awarding auditing contract to ABDO, SCDC event permits, cigarette permits, outdoor liquor license for The Train Station 2, liquor license renewal for Aerie Fraternal Eagles No. 2297, and fiscal year end bill pay authorization (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 5, 2024, covering a range of items including second readings of ordinances on water and sewer rates for FY 24-25, a request for a garbage rate increase, and awarding a contract for Oak Street improvements. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including a new liquor license, a change order for the North Hangar, and a pay application for the 2nd Ave Manhole Replacement Project. Public comment is invited.
- Second reading of water and sewer rate ordinances for FY 24-25
- Request for additional 25c/month garbage rate increase from De Kruif Disposal
- Award of contract for Oak St (Washington Ave to mid-block between N 7th & N 8th Ave)
- Approval of new liquor license for The Train Station 2, 1113 2nd Avenue
- Pay application #1 and project closeout for 2nd Ave Manhole Replacement Project ($57,420.52)
The Sheldon City Council approved second readings of ordinances raising water and sewer rates for fiscal year 24-25, and authorized an additional $0.25 monthly garbage fee increase effective August 1, 2024. The council also awarded the 2024 Oak Street Project contract to Hulstein Excavating for $788,000, and approved a consent agenda including a new liquor license for The Train Station 2 and several resolutions on wages, engineering services, and project change orders.
- Approved second reading of water rate ordinance for FY 24-25 (unanimous)
- Approved second reading of sewer rate ordinance for FY 24-25 (unanimous)
- Approved additional $0.25 garbage fee increase effective August 1, 2024 (unanimous)
- Awarded 2024 Oak Street Project to Hulstein Excavating for $788,000 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including new liquor license for The Train Station 2, wage resolution, and engineering service agreements (unanimous)
- Authorized RFP for banking services to be submitted to 5 local banks (unanimous)
- Consensus to hire ABDO as auditor; agreement to be brought back June 19, 2024
Board of Adjustment
The Sheldon Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request to allow a 16' x 24' accessory shed at 1111 15th St in a Residential Multiple zoning district. The board will also approve minutes from April 24 and hear a report on sign code updates, which requires no action.
- Variance for 16' x 24' (384 sq ft) accessory shed at 1111 15th St, applicant Brent Mouw
- Property consists of two adjoining lots (parcel IDs 0046572800 and 0046573000)
- Approve minutes of April 24, 2024 meeting
- Report on sign code updates (no action needed)
The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a 16'x24' accessory shed at 1111 15th Street, owned by Brent Mouw, in a Residential Multiple zone. Approval was unanimous and contingent on the owner merging the two lots into one. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the April 24, 2024 meeting and discussed potential sign code updates.
- Approved variance for 16'x24' shed at 1111 15th St, contingent on lot consolidation (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of April 24, 2024 (unanimous)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold public hearings and consider several items, including a rezoning request, a housing development project, a TIF application, and first readings of ordinances for water and sewer rates. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with routine items and a budget amendment for FY 23-24.
- Rezoning of 1721 S 5th Ave from Arterial Commercial to Suburban Residential (Austin & Chelsea Verdoorn)
- Sheldon Upper Story Project at 324 & 326 9th St, including CDBG application and resolution endorsing White House Properties project
- TIF application for Maintainer's expansion
- First Reading of Ordinance on Water Rates for FY 24-25
- First Reading of Ordinance on Sewer Rates for FY 24-25
The Sheldon City Council approved the rezoning of 1721 S 5th Ave, adopted a housing needs assessment for 324-326 9th St, endorsed a CDBG application for the White House Properties upper story project, approved a TIF application for Maintainer's expansion, amended the FY 23-24 budget, and approved first readings of water and sewer rate ordinances. A request from developer Justin Postma for $30,000 for curb and gutter was tabled until he can attend.
- Approved rezoning of 1721 S 5th Ave from AC to SR (all ayes)
- Adopted Community Development and Housing Needs Assessment for 324-326 9th St (all ayes)
- Endorsed White House Properties Upper Story Project and CDBG application for $550,000 (all ayes)
- Approved TIF application for Maintainer expansion (all ayes)
- Tabled $30,000 curb and gutter request for former Bethel lot (all ayes)
- Approved FY 23-24 budget amendment (all ayes)
- Approved first reading of water rates ordinance for FY 24-25 (all ayes)
- Approved first reading of sewer rates ordinance for FY 24-25 (all ayes)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering permits, payments, and appointments, then take up several development items. Key business includes correcting legal descriptions in the urban renewal plan, approving Oak Street construction plans, and setting a public hearing on a TIF application for Maintainer's expansion. The council will also discuss options for interest earnings on city funds.
- Final $42,422.35 payment for Lewis & Clark water connection project
- Resolutions for Upper Story housing projects at 324/326 and 320-322 9th St
- Set May 15 hearing on TIF application for Maintainer's expansion
- Approve Oak St plans and set May 30 bid opening
- Nunc pro tunc corrections to urban renewal plan and ordinance
The Sheldon City Council approved the consent agenda, which included accepting a library board resignation, approving a beer permit for Dollar General, and approving pay estimate #9 for the Lewis & Clark water connection project. The council also approved resolutions correcting errors in the urban renewal plan and ordinance, and approved plans and specifications for the Oak Street Project with an $850,000 estimate. A public hearing was set for May 15, 2024, on a budget amendment for FY 23-24.
- Approved consent agenda with all items (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R24-3984A correcting scrivener's error in urban renewal plan (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance O24-3283A correcting tax revenue division (unanimous)
- Waived second and third readings of Ordinance O24-3283A (unanimous)
- Approved plans and specs for Oak Street Project 2024 (unanimous)
- Set public hearing for May 15, 2024 on budget amendment for FY 23-24 (unanimous)
- Set public hearing for May 15, 2024 on TIF application for Maintainer's expansion (unanimous)
- Council consensus to proceed with formal RFP for banking services
Board of Adjustment
The Sheldon Board of Adjustment will consider granting front yard and street side yard setback variances to allow construction of a business addition at 812 Park Street for Spark's Door Hardware and Locksmith. The property is zoned Arterial Commercial. The board will also approve minutes from its January 10, 2024 meeting and hear board member comments and a city manager's report.
- Front yard and street side yard setback variances for a business addition at 812 Park Street (Spark's Door Hardware and Locksmith)
- Arterial Commercial (AC) zoning applies to the property
- Approval of minutes from January 10, 2024 meeting
The Sheldon Board of Adjustment approved a variance at 812 Park Street to allow a business addition for Spark's Door Hardware and Locksmith. The variance permits a 20-foot front setback and a 40-foot side setback, instead of the required 50 feet. The motion passed unanimously with all present members voting in favor.
- Approved minutes of January 10, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved front and side yard setback variance at 812 Park Street for Spark's Door Hardware and Locksmith (unanimous)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the FY24-25 budget (July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025). The consent agenda includes multiple service agreements and a resolution authorizing cost advancement for the Oak Street reconstruction project. The council will also set a May 15 date to consider rezoning 1721 S 5th Ave to Suburban Residential, and discuss a TIF application for Maintainer's expansion (hearing date not yet determined).
- Adoption of FY24-25 budget with public hearing
- Approval of RIDES transportation services agreement for FY24-25
- Approval of agreements with Mid-Sioux Opportunity, Upper Des Moines Opportunity, and Family Crisis Centers for FY24-25
- Authorization of cost advancement for Oak Street reconstruction (Washington Ave to N 7th Ave)
- Set May 15 hearing for rezoning 1721 S 5th Ave to Suburban Residential (currently Arterial Commercial)
The Sheldon City Council unanimously approved the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget and a consent agenda including multiple resolutions for transportation, social services, and economic development agreements. A public hearing was set for May 15 on rezoning 1721 S 5th Ave to suburban residential, and a TIF application for Maintainer's expansion remains under review.
- Approved FY24-25 budget via Resolution R24-3990 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, SCAT applicant Jordyn Lich, and multiple FY24-25 service agreements (5-0)
- Set public hearing for May 15, 2024 on rezoning 1721 S 5th Ave to suburban residential
- Noted TIF application for Maintainer's expansion is still in review process
Fast Act Applications
The Region 3 Transportation Technical Committee, hosted by Northwest Iowa Planning & Development, will meet to review and discuss applications for the 2025-2028 Transportation Improvement Program, which allocates federal transportation funding across a 9-county region. The committee will also consider a request from the City of Milford for project funding reallocation and discuss target amounts. This is an annual meeting that affects transportation funding for the region, including the City of Sheldon.
- City of Milford request for project funding reallocation
- Discussion of target amounts for federal transportation funding
- Presentation of applications for 2025-2028 Transportation Improvement Program
- Review of projects by committee
The Region 3 Transportation Technical Committee met on April 10, 2024, to allocate federal transportation funding for the 2025-2028 Transportation Improvement Program. The committee approved funding for multiple projects, including $1,318,135 for the City of Sheldon, $1,510,000 for City of Hospers/Sioux County, $38,000 for NWIPDC, and $1,866,775 for Clay County. A request from the City of Milford for additional funding due to cost increases was discussed but not voted on. The total programmed amount reached $5,732,910.
- Approved $1,318,135 for City of Sheldon project (motion carried)
- Approved $1,510,000 for City of Hospers/Sioux County project (motion carried)
- Approved $38,000 for NWIPDC (motion carried)
- Approved $1,866,775 for Clay County project (motion carried)
- Approved minutes of previous meeting (motion carried)
- Discussed but did not vote on City of Milford funding reallocation request
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a rezoning request for 1721 S 5th Ave from Arterial Commercial to Suburban Residential, submitted by Austin & Chelsea Verdoorn. The commission will also approve minutes from December 13, 2023, and hear informational reports on a voluntary annexation and sign code updates, with no action needed on those items.
- Rezoning of 1721 S 5th Ave from Arterial Commercial (AC) to Suburban Residential, requested by Austin & Chelsea Verdoorn
- Approval of minutes from December 13, 2023
- Report on voluntary annexation of three parcels (1201427005, 1201277005, 1201277004) to Iowa State Treasurer, approved by City Council May 17, 2023 and Secretary of State March 14, 2024
- Report on sign code updates, no action needed
The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a rezoning request for 1721 S 5th Avenue from Arterial Commercial (AC) to Suburban Residential (SR), allowing the owner to add an attached garage and wraparound porch. The commission also approved the minutes from December 13, 2023, and received reports on a completed voluntary annexation and ongoing sign code updates.
- Approved December 13, 2023 minutes (8-0)
- Approved rezoning of 1721 S 5th Ave from Arterial Commercial to Suburban Residential (8-0)
Special City Council Meeting
This special meeting is solely for a public hearing on the property tax levy, as required by state code. No action will be taken on the levy and no other items are on the agenda. The regular city council meeting will follow at 4:30 p.m. or after the hearing concludes.
- Property Tax Levy Hearing
- No action permitted on the levy per State Code
- Public comment limited to 4 minutes per speaker
- Meeting held in person at 416 9th St. and on YouTube Live
- Regular council meeting to follow at 4:30 p.m.
The Sheldon City Council held a special meeting solely for a public hearing on the Property Tax Levy, as required by state code. No action was taken on the levy, and no other items were on the agenda. The hearing was opened and closed with no public comments. The meeting adjourned after the hearing.
- Opened public hearing on Property Tax Levy (5-0)
- Closed public hearing on Property Tax Levy (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will meet to handle routine approvals and set an April 17 public hearing date for the full budget adoption. The consent agenda includes several alcohol license approvals and renewals, a resolution on voluntary annexation, and an agreement for a revitalization plan. Public comments are invited at the start of the meeting.
- Set April 17 as public hearing date for full budget adoption
- Special temporary alcohol license for Sweet Puddle Jumpers, 1410 Park St.
- Alcohol license renewals for Stammer Liquor Corp, Breu Haus, and La Pasada Mexican Restaurant & Bar
- Resolution authorizing report on voluntary annexation of three parcels to Iowa State Treasurer
- Engagement agreement with Ahlers & Cooney, P.C. for Consolidated Urban Revitalization Plan
The council approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, claims, audit RFP acknowledgment, several alcohol licenses, a voluntary annexation resolution, and an engagement agreement for a consolidated urban revitalization plan. A public hearing for the fiscal year 24-25 budget adoption was set for April 17, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, audit RFP, alcohol licenses for Sweet Puddle Jumpers, Stammer Liquor Corp, Breu Haus, and La Pasada Mexican Restaurant & Bar (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R24-3988 authorizing report on voluntary annexation (Sioux County) to Iowa State Treasurer (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R24-3989 approving engagement agreement with Ahlers & Cooney PC for consolidated urban revitalization plan (unanimous)
- Set April 17, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. as public hearing date for fiscal year 24-25 budget adoption (unanimous)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Amendment No. 8 to the Sheldon Urban Renewal Plan, which includes adding Northwest Iowa Community College agricultural land. The council will also consider recommendations for a proposed restaurant/taproom in Sheldon Crossing, including waiving reimbursements and approving a minimum assessment agreement with Backyard Brew, LLC. Several contracts and agreements are on the consent agenda, including pay estimates for the water tower and airport north hangar projects, and a contract for a manhole replacement project.
- Public hearing and consideration of Amendment No. 8 to the Sheldon Urban Renewal Plan, including NCC ag land
- Resolution approving minimum assessment agreement with Backyard Brew, LLC for a restaurant/taproom in Sheldon Crossing
- Resolution waiving SCDC's reimbursements to the City for the lot sale related to Backyard Brew
- Contract for 2024 2nd Ave & 7th St Manhole Replacement Project for $55,424 to Cory Juergens Construction, LLC
- Pay Estimate #13 for Water Tower Project for $20,354.63 and Pay Estimate #1 for North Hangar project for $49,903.50
The council approved Amendment No. 8 to the Sheldon Urban Renewal Plan, designating an area for economic development and blight remediation. It also approved a lot sale waiver and minimum assessment agreement for a proposed restaurant/taproom (Backyard Brew, LLC) in Sheldon Crossing, with a $450,000 minimum assessment. Additionally, the council approved a $55,424 manhole replacement contract for 2nd Ave & 7th St and passed first readings of ordinances on debt collections and revenue division for the urban renewal plan.
- Approved Amendment No. 8 to the Sheldon Urban Renewal Plan (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R24-3985 waiving SCDC reimbursement for lot sale to Backyard Brew, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R24-3986 minimum assessment agreement with Backyard Brew, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved $55,424 manhole replacement contract to Cory Juergens Construction, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of debt collections ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of revenue division ordinance for urban renewal plan (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including water tower pay estimate ($20,354.63) and north hangar pay estimate ($49,903.50) (unanimous)
- Approved airport planning/engineering and AWOS agreements (unanimous)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving a farm lease for the airport, and vote on hiring Tania Herrera Gonzales as the new SCDC Executive Director. The consent agenda includes routine items like liquor license renewals, a paramedic hire, and several resolutions for easements and agreements.
- Public hearing and resolution on airport farm lease
- Hiring of SCDC Executive Director Tania Herrera Gonzales
- Approval of Special Class C liquor license renewal for Main St 3 Theater
- Resolution approving sewer line agreement for 1114, 1116, 1122 & 1124 S 9th Ave
- Resolution authorizing Mini Rod Tractor Pull on June 1 and August 31, 2024
The council approved the hiring of Tania Herrera Gonzales as SCDC Executive Director, effective the week of March 18. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously, including liquor license renewals, a sewer line agreement, and a full-time paramedic hire. A public hearing was held and a resolution passed for an airport farm lease with Joel Hengeveld.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, meeting date changes, liquor licenses, and multiple resolutions (all ayes)
- Approved Resolution R24-3980 for Airport Farm Lease with Joel Hengeveld (all ayes)
- Approved SCDC hiring of Tania Herrera Gonzales as Executive Director (all ayes)
Consultation meeting with Affected Taxing Entities
The City of Sheldon is holding a required consultation meeting with affected taxing entities to discuss Amendment #8 to its Urban Renewal Plan. No action will be taken at this meeting; it is an opportunity for input from the school district, counties, and community college. A public hearing is scheduled for March 20.
- Review of Amendment #8 to Urban Renewal Plan
- Public hearing set for March 20 at 4:30 PM during City Council meeting
- Previous amendments 5-7 reviewed for context
The City of Sheldon held a consultation meeting with affected taxing entities regarding Amendment #8 to the Urban Renewal Plan, as required by Iowa Code. No action was taken at this meeting; it was solely for input from the Sheldon School District, O'Brien & Sioux Counties, and Northwest Iowa Community College. No representatives from those entities attended, and no written feedback was received. A public hearing on the amendment is scheduled for March 20, 2024.
- No action taken at consultation meeting
- Public hearing set for March 20, 2024
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will vote on consent items including licenses, bids, and agreements, and discuss the Sheldon Community Ambulance Team's 2023 report, a resignation, and a proposed pay scale. They will also set dates for a consultation and public hearing on an urban renewal plan amendment.
- Approval of Class C retail alcohol license for J & B Bar, 203 9th St.
- Award of North Hangar bids.
- Pay estimate #8 for Lewis & Clark water project for $23,066.
- Resolution implementing new ambulance rates effective March 1, 2024.
- Resolution setting dates for consultation (Feb 29) and public hearing (Mar 20) on Amendment No. 8 to the Sheldon Urban Renewal Plan.
The Sheldon City Council approved the consent agenda, including a Class C alcohol license for J&B Bar, awarding north hangar bids to Northeast Nebraska Energy Systems for $87,550, and new ambulance rates effective March 1, 2024. They accepted the resignation of EMS coordinator Krysten Haan and authorized a full-time paramedic offer at $28.50 per hour. A public hearing on the urban renewal plan update was set for March 20, 2024.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, alcohol license, event, hangar bid, pay estimate, resolutions for hearing, sign code, engineering, and ambulance rates (all ayes)
- Awarded north hangar bids to Northeast Nebraska Energy Systems for $87,550 (consent agenda)
- Approved Resolution R24-3970 implementing new ambulance rates effective March 1, 2024 (consent agenda)
- Accepted resignation of Krysten Haan as full-time EMS coordinator effective April 16, 2024 (all ayes)
- Authorized offer to full-time paramedic candidate at $28.50 per hour (all ayes)
- Set urban renewal consultation meeting for February 29, 2024, and public hearing for March 20, 2024 (all ayes)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public forum, consent agenda, and a public hearing on a farm lease. The main business is a budget recap covering Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) allocations, Urban Renewal/TIF review, and a proposed new hotel/motel tax distribution. The council will also set a special meeting for a property tax levy hearing.
- Public hearing and resolution on South 5th Avenue farm lease with Don & Dianna Roetman (auto-renew up to 3 years)
- Approve $10,000 in LOST funds for Library books
- Increase Code/Zoning funding from $25,000 to $26,500 for Steve Hallgren
- Pay Estimate #12 for Water Tower Project in the amount of $42,750
- Approve Class C retail alcohol license for Italian Cowboy, 502 3rd Avenue
The Sheldon City Council approved a farm lease for South 5th Avenue, allocated hotel/motel tax funds, and set an April 3 public hearing for the property tax levy. The consent agenda included alcohol licenses for Italian Cowboy and Highway Liquor & Smoke, and a $42,750 water tower project payment. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, alcohol licenses for Italian Cowboy and Highway Liquor & Smoke, ambulance insurance adjustments, and $42,750 water tower payment (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R24-3965 for a farm lease on South 5th Avenue with Don & Dianna Roetman (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R24-3966 for allocation and distribution of hotel/motel tax (5-0)
- Set April 3, 2024 at 4:15 p.m. for public hearing on property tax levy for FY 2024-2025 (5-0)
City Council Budget Workshop
The Sheldon City Council is holding a two-day budget workshop to review the FY24-25 budget, including revenues, expenses, department presentations, and funding requests from partner organizations. The workshop will also cover tax levies, bonding, and capital projects. Public comments are accepted in person or in writing.
- RIDES request: $25,000 (TIF), up from $20,000 last year
- Golf request: $25,000 (LOST), up from $15,000 last year
- Mid-Sioux Opportunity request: $500 (LOST), up from $250 last year
- Children's World request: $30,000 (TIF), unchanged
- Family Crisis Centers request: $5,000 (LOST), new request
The Sheldon City Council held a two-day budget workshop on January 23-24, 2024, reviewing department requests and setting preliminary funding priorities. Council agreed to include Oak Street in the Western Avenue bond language and reserve $1.1 million in cash for Oak Street. They also set consensus amounts for LOST requests to outside organizations and deferred decisions on fire department site plan and ambulance depreciation until emergency services meet.
- Agreed to include Oak Street in Western Avenue bond language and reserve $1.1M cash for Oak Street
- Set LOST other requests: Golf Course $15,000, Mid Sioux $250, Upper Des Moines $3,300, Family Crisis Center $2,500
- Transferred $20,000 from LOST to Library for windows
- Moved splashpad from LOST to TIF
- Deferred $50,000 fire department site plan and $400,000 ambulance depreciation until emergency services meet
- Agreed to keep EMA hourly pay change on hold
- Approved agenda on both days (all ayes)
- Adjourned each day (all ayes)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold public hearings and consider rezoning two properties from agricultural to residential use, then vote on a combined resolution and ordinance. If the Trijinks Addition rezoning passes, the council will also consider preliminary and final plats for five new single-family lots on Country Club Road. The consent agenda includes routine approvals, permits, appointments, and a resolution setting a hearing for a farm lease on S. 5th Ave.
- Rezoning of 4901 300th St from Ag to Suburban Residential (Wayne & Jeanne Krogman)
- Rezoning of proposed Trijinks Addition from Ag to Residential Single (John Jinkinson & Landon Like)
- Consideration of Trijinks Addition: 5 new single-family lots on east side of Country Club Road
- Resolution setting hearing for S. 5th Ave farm lease for February 7, 2024
- Approval of temporary wine permit for Sweet Puddle Jumpers at 1410 Park St
The council approved rezoning 4901 300th Street and the Trijinks Addition from Agricultural to Suburban Residential, and approved the preliminary and final plat for Trijinks Addition, creating five new single-family lots. It also approved vacating unimproved 13th Avenue north of 14th Street. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved rezoning of 4901 300th Street from Ag to Suburban Residential (Resolution R24-3962).
- Approved rezoning of Trijinks Addition from Ag to Suburban Residential (Resolution R24-3962).
- Approved Ordinance O24-3282 rezoning both properties and waived second and third readings.
- Approved preliminary and final plat of Trijinks Addition for five single-family lots (Resolution R24-3963).
- Approved vacation of unimproved 13th Avenue north of 14th Street (Resolution R24-3964).
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, permits, appointments, and resolutions for fire fees, farm lease hearing, drug task force agreement, and fireworks display.
- Set public hearing for February 7, 2024 on S. 5th Avenue farm lease.
- Confirmed Mayor's appointment of Shantel Oostra to Crossroads Pavilion Board and Jared Johnson as SCAT Assistant Director.
Board of Adjustment
The Sheldon Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial meeting to consider a variance request from Brian Dacken for a detached storage building at 3094 Nest Ave in a Suburban Residential zoning district. The board will also approve minutes from its November 8, 2023 meeting and hear board member comments and a city manager's report. Decisions made by this board can be appealed to court but not to the City Council.
- Variance request for detached storage building size at 3094 Nest Ave (Brian Dacken)
- Suburban Residential (SR) zoning; 2-mile zoning jurisdiction
- Approval of minutes from November 8, 2023 meeting
- Board member comments and City Manager's report
The Sheldon Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a detached storage building at 3094 Nest Ave, allowing a 30x50-foot cold storage structure with a 17-foot peak. The motion passed unanimously with all present members voting in favor. The board also approved the minutes from the November 8, 2023 meeting.
- Approved variance for detached storage building at 3094 Nest Ave (5-0)
- Approved minutes of November 8, 2023 (5-0)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Sheldon City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 3, 2024, covering routine approvals, a resolution to confirm the Fire Chief's appointment of Scott Ruden as 2nd Assistant Chief, and recognition of Keith Vaandrager's 18 years of service. The agenda includes consent items such as claims, fund deposits, and a final pay estimate for airport fuel system improvements.
- Resolution confirming Scott Ruden as 2nd Assistant Fire Chief
- Recognition of Keith Vaandrager for 18 years of service to the Water Department
- Pay Estimate #2 (final) for Airport Fuel System Improvements (Phase 2) - retainage release
- Resolution Designating Deposit of Funds
- Resolution Designating Official Newspapers
The Sheldon City Council approved the consent agenda, including final payment for the Airport Fuel System Improvements, and confirmed the Fire Chief's appointment of Scott Ruden as 2nd Assistant Chief. The council also recognized Keith Vaandrager for 18 years of service to the Water Department. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, deposit of funds resolution, official newspapers resolution, and final pay estimate for Airport Fuel System Improvements (all ayes)
- Approved Resolution R24-3956 confirming Scott Ruden as 2nd Assistant Fire Chief (all ayes)