Sheldon public meetings in 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will consider several items including a resolution to set fire service fees for 2026, approval of an annual fireworks display at Village NW Unlimited, and a public hearing date for a budget amendment. A proposed ordinance to shorten Library Board of Trustees terms from 6 to 3 years was removed from the agenda for further legal review. The council will also discuss the Pape real estate transaction and receive reports from Children's World and SCDC.

• Resolution approving fire service fees effective January 1, 2026
• Resolution approving annual fireworks display at Village NW Unlimited
• Set date for public hearing on budget amendment for FY 25-26 (January 7, 2026)
• Mayor's recommendation for Council appointment of Paul Honermann to Airport Commission (term expiring July 1, 2028)
• Approval of ownership change for Casey's General Store and liquor license renewal for Brady's Pub

The Sheldon City Council approved the Pape real estate transaction via Resolution R25-4160 and set a January 7, 2026 public hearing on a budget amendment. The consent agenda was approved, including fire service fees, a fireworks display permit, and several appointments. The library board term limits item was tabled. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution R25-4160 for Pape real estate transaction (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including fire service fees (R25-4158) and fireworks display (R25-4159) (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for budget amendment on January 7, 2026
• Tabled library board term limits ordinance
• Approved liquor license renewal for Brady's Pub
• Approved ownership change for Casey's General Store
• Approved fire applicant Jacob Brown
• Accepted resignation from Cemetery Board, appointed Paul Honermann to Airport Commission

Cemetery Board

The Cemetery Board will discuss the FY27 budget, including road work, stone repairs, and a proposed GIS system. They will also review the rate schedule and general ordinance, with no changes currently recommended.

• Discussion of FY27 budget, including $10,000 for stone repairs and $11,300 for a GIS system from SAM
• Review of rate schedule and general ordinance; no changes recommended at this time
• Update on tree removal and trimming contract issues, including complaints about mowing onto monuments
• Discussion of temporary marker removal and vaults for graves in the babyland section

The Sheldon Cemetery Board approved a motion to recommend requesting a GIS system from SAM in the FY26-27 budget, at a cost of $11,300 for the base system plus $1,200/year maintenance. The board also approved keeping cemetery rates unchanged and approved the minutes from November 14, 2024. A motion to hire a different mowing contractor failed for lack of a second.

• Approved minutes of November 14, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to recommend GIS system with SAM in FY26-27 budget (unanimous)
• Approved no changes to cemetery rates (unanimous)
• Motion to hire someone else for mowing/trimming failed (no second)

Regular City Council Meeting

The council will hold third and final readings on rezonings for 331 N. 5th Ave and 415 W. Park St, and will receive a presentation on the City Park Master Plan with public comment. Other items include approval of a $499,994.75 pay application for the Western Ave project and reappointments to the Trails Board, Cemetery Board, and NW IA Landfill Board.

• 3rd reading of rezoning for 331 N. 5th Ave from Residential to Arterial Commercial (Van Beek)
• 3rd reading of rezoning for 415 W. Park St from Commercial Residential to Residential Multiple (Klein/Louters)
• Approval of Pay Application #9 for Western Ave project in the amount of $499,994.75
• Initial presentation and public comment on City Park Master Plan
• Confirmation of mayor's reappointments to Trails Board, Cemetery Board, and NW IA Landfill Board

The council unanimously approved rezoning 331 N 5th Ave from Residential Multiple to Arterial Commercial and 415 W Park St from Commercial Residential to Residential Multiple. They also approved a $499,994.75 pay application for the Western Avenue project and discussed recycling container options.

• Approved rezoning 331 N 5th Ave from RM to AC (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 415 W Park St from CR to RM (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R25-4157 updating the zoning map (unanimous)
• Approved pay application #9 for Western Avenue project, $499,994.75 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, board reappointments, official newspaper and deposit resolutions, underwriter agreement, and SCAT applicant (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions on an amended urban renewal plan and a development agreement with the Sheldon Chamber and Development Corporation. They will also vote on second-reading rezoning ordinances for 331 N. 5th Ave and 415 W. Park St., along with a revised zoning map. Consent items include liquor license renewals, board appointments, and approvals for a fire applicant and pay applications.

• Public hearing and resolution on amended Sheldon Urban Renewal Plan and development agreement with Sheldon Chamber and Development Corporation
• 2nd reading of rezoning 331 N. 5th Ave to Arterial Commercial (AC) and 415 W. Park St. to Residential Multiple (RM)
• Resolution approving Mutual Termination Agreement with Sheldon Chamber & Development Corporation for a Restricted Funds Agreement
• Resolution redirecting funds for other housing purposes
• Resolution approving Pay Application No. 6 and Change Order No. 4 on the Sheldon Upper Story Project

The council approved the second reading of an ordinance to rezone 331 N 5th Avenue to Arterial Commercial and 415 W Park Street to Residential Multiple, with a third reading waived after discussion. It also approved a development agreement with the Sheldon Chamber & Development Corporation and adopted the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, including $10,000 for a back office remodel. The FY25 audit was presented as unmodified with no compliance issues.

• Approved second reading of rezoning for 331 N 5th Ave to Arterial Commercial and 415 W Park St to Residential Multiple (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R25-4153 authorizing development agreement with Sheldon Chamber & Development Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year Capital Improvement Plan including $10,000 for community building back office remodel (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewals for Hy-Vee and Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh, fire applicant Felipe Baez De La Torre, and reappointments to Parks & Rec, Airport Commission, and Cemetery Board (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R25-4149 terminating restricted funds agreement with Sheldon Chamber & Development Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R25-4150 redirecting funds for other housing purposes (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Application No. 6 and Change Order No. 4 on Sheldon Upper Story Project (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold public hearings and consider rezonings for 331 N. 5th Ave (to Arterial Commercial) and 415 W. Park St (to Residential Multiple), along with related resolutions and ordinances. They will also vote on adopting a Line of Duty and Off-Duty Death Policy for the personnel manual, approve the annual financial and urban renewal reports, and set a public hearing date for a development agreement with the Sheldon Chamber and Development Corporation. A possible closed session is scheduled to discuss a potential real estate purchase.

• Public hearing and rezoning of 331 N. 5th Ave to Arterial Commercial (AC)
• Public hearing and rezoning of 415 W. Park St to Residential Multiple (RM)
• Resolution adopting Line of Duty and Off-Duty Death Policy as amendment to Personnel Manual
• Approval of Pay Application #8 for Western Ave project
• Resolution fixing date for public hearing on Development Agreement with Sheldon Chamber and Development Corporation

The council unanimously approved rezoning 331 N. 5th Ave to Arterial Commercial and 415 W. Park St to Residential Multiple, adopted a Line of Duty and Off-Duty Death Policy for the personnel manual, and passed the consent agenda including the annual financial report, urban renewal report, and a development agreement hearing date. No public comments were made on the rezonings or policy changes.

• Approved rezoning 331 N. 5th Ave to Arterial Commercial and 415 W. Park St to Residential Multiple (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R25-4146: Line of Duty and Off-Duty Death Policy as amendment to personnel manual (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: minutes, claims, pay application #8 for Western Ave project, annual financial report, urban renewal report, SCDC Christmas Kickoff event, and public hearing date for development agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R25-4148 and Ordinance O25-3303 amending public hearing requirements in zoning and subdivision code (unanimous)
• Received second introduction of 5-year Capital Improvement Plan and 15-year emergency services CIP (no vote taken)
• Entered closed session to discuss potential real estate purchase; no action taken afterward

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will consider consent agenda items including change orders and pay applications for the Upper Story project, a farm lease, and setting public hearings for two rezoning requests and a zoning ordinance amendment. They will also introduce the annual Capital Improvements Plan update and begin strategic planning discussions.

• Change Order No. 3 and Pay Application No. 5 to Kunkel Construction for Sheldon Upper Story 324-326 9th Street Project
• South 5th Avenue farm lease with Don & Dianna Roetman (Parcel # 0050173500)
• Set hearing to rezone 331 N. 5th Ave to Arterial Commercial (AC) - Mark & Melinda Van Beek
• Set hearing to rezone 415 W. Park St to Residential Multiple (RM) - Troy & Travis Klein, Phil Louters
• First introduction of Capital Improvements Plan update for FY27

The Sheldon City Council approved the consent agenda, which included setting three public hearings for November 5, 2025: rezoning 331 N. 5th Ave to Arterial Commercial, rezoning 415 W. Park St to Residential Multiple, and amending the code on public hearing requirements. The council also reviewed the first introduction of the five-year Capital Improvement Plan update and discussed strategic planning priorities from December 2024. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, and ambulance uncollectibles (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R25-4040 for Change Order No. 3 on the Sheldon Upper Story 324-326 9th Street Project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R25-4041 for Pay Application No. 5 to Kunkel Construction for the Sheldon Upper Story project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R25-4042 for South 5th Avenue farm lease with Don and Dianna Roetman (5-0)
• Set public hearing for November 5, 2025 on rezoning 331 N. 5th Ave from Residential Multiple to Arterial Commercial (5-0)
• Set public hearing for November 5, 2025 on rezoning 415 W. Park St from Commercial Residential to Residential Multiple (5-0)
• Set public hearing for November 5, 2025 on ordinance amending public hearing requirements in the Code of Ordinances (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider rezoning 331 N. 5th Ave to Arterial Commercial and 415 W. Park St to Residential Multiple. The commission will also discuss an ordinance amending public hearing requirements for zoning and subdivision codes, and elect a chair and vice chair.

• Rezone 331 N. 5th Ave from Residential Multiple to Arterial Commercial (AC) – Mark & Melinda Van Beek
• Rezone 415 W. Park St from Commercial Residential to Residential Multiple (RM) – Troy & Travis Klein, Phil Louters (contingent on variance approval and property sale)
• Ordinance amending public hearing requirements in zoning and subdivision codes
• Election of commission chair and vice chair

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved two rezoning requests: 331 N 5th Ave from Residential Multiple to Arterial Commercial for storage use, and 415 W Park St from Commercial Residential to Residential Multiple for a studio apartment complex (contingent on sale). The commission also approved an ordinance amending public hearing notice requirements for City Council review. Officers were elected: Chris Nuckols as chair and Myrna Wagner as vice chair.

• Approved rezoning 331 N 5th Ave from RM to AC (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 415 W Park St from CR to RM, contingent on sale by SCDC (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending hearing notice requirements for Council review (7-0-1, Nuckols abstained)
• Elected Chris Nuckols as chair and Myrna Wagner as vice chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 11, 2024 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider three variance and special exception requests: a non-conforming lot at 616 Pleasant Dr, setback variances for redevelopment at 415 W Park St, and a special exception and setback variances for a building addition at 331 N 5th Ave. Two items are contingent on rezoning approvals by the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council.

• Variance for non-conforming lot size at 616 Pleasant Dr (CR zoning) - LT Property Management
• Setback variances for redevelopment of 415 W Park St, contingent on rezoning to RM
• Special exception for 38'x45' addition to storage building at 331 N 5th Ave, contingent on rezoning to AC
• Setback variances for shed expansion at 331 N 5th Ave, contingent on rezoning to AC
• Setback variances for shed roof and entryway addition at 722 Park St - Autografx LTD

The Sheldon Board of Adjustment approved all four requests on the agenda, including variances for non-conforming lot size at 616 Pleasant Dr, setback variances for redevelopment at 415 W Park St, special exception and setback variances for an addition at 331 N 5th Ave, and a setback variance for a shed roof addition at 722 Park St. The last item passed on a 4-3 vote after the chairman changed his vote. All other approvals were unanimous.

• Approved variances for non-conforming lot size at 616 Pleasant Dr (unanimous)
• Approved setback variance at 415 W Park St contingent on rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for addition at 331 N 5th Ave pending rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved setback variance at 331 N 5th Ave (unanimous)
• Approved setback variance at 722 Park St (4-3, chairman changed vote to break tie)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution adopting Amendment No. 9 to the Amended and Restated Sheldon Urban Renewal Plan, which designates an area as blighted and appropriate for urban renewal projects. The council will also consider reappointing Myrna Wagner and appointing Mike Christians to the Planning & Zoning Commission, approve a beer permit renewal for Family Dollar, and take second readings of ordinances on false service animal representation and conflicts of interest. Other business includes a change order and pay applications for the PCC Patching and Western Avenue projects, and a possible closed session to discuss real estate purchase.

• Public hearing and resolution on Amendment No. 9 to the Amended and Restated Sheldon Urban Renewal Plan
• Reappointment of Myrna Wagner to P&Z Commission (term ending July 1, 2030)
• Appointment of Mike Christians to P&Z Commission (term ending July 1, 2029)
• Change order #3 for $3,708 and Pay application #4 for $10,583.29 for PCC Patching project
• Pay application #7 for $540,224 for Western Avenue project

The council approved Amendment No. 9 to the Amended and Restated Sheldon Urban Renewal Plan, adopted related resolutions, and approved a $540,224 pay application for the Western Avenue project. It also approved two ordinances on false service animals and conflict of interest, reappointed Myrna Wagner and appointed Mike Christians to the Planning & Zoning Commission, and authorized continued negotiations for a development property after closed session.

• Approved Amendment No. 9 to the Amended and Restated Sheldon Urban Renewal Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $540,224 pay application #7 for Western Avenue project (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance O25-3301 on false representation of service animals (unanimous, third reading waived)
• Approved Ordinance O25-3302 on conflict of interest (unanimous, third reading waived)
• Approved change order #3 ($3,708) and final pay application #4 ($10,583.29) for PCC patching project (unanimous)
• Reappointed Myrna Wagner to Planning & Zoning Commission for 5-year term ending July 1, 2030 (unanimous)
• Appointed Mike Christians to Planning & Zoning Commission for 5-year term ending July 1, 2029 (unanimous)
• Authorized city attorney and staff to continue negotiations for development property after closed session (unanimous)

Special City Council Meeting

The council will hold a special meeting with a public forum and a single business item: an update on emergency operations planning. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or spending are listed.

• Emergency operations planning update (discussion only, no action item listed)

The Sheldon City Council met in special session on September 24, 2025. The council approved the agenda and the consent agenda, which included minutes from September 17, 2025, and no claims. Jared Johnson provided an update on emergency operations planning. The meeting adjourned at 5:11 p.m.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes from September 17, 2025, and no claims.

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $352,450 payment for the west water tower recoating, a resolution approving transfers for the Sheldon Upper Story Housing Project, and renewal of a retail alcohol license for Backyard Brew. The council will also hold second readings of four ordinance amendments (liquor licenses, public hearing requirements, council compensation, mayor's compensation) and first readings of amendments on false service animal representation and conflicts of interest. A resolution to adopt the Northwest Iowa Safety Group 28E addendum and another to advance costs for an urban renewal project at 420 N 2nd Ave are also on the agenda.

• Approve Change Order #1 (reduction of $3,500) and Pay Estimate #1 ($352,450) for west water tower recoat
• Resolution approving Pay Application #4 on the Sheldon Upper Story Housing Project
• Renewal of Class C Retail Alcohol License and Outdoor Privilege for Backyard Brew - 260 34th Avenue
• 2nd readings of ordinance amendments: liquor licenses, public hearing requirements, council compensation, mayor's compensation
• Resolution authorizing advancement of costs for urban renewal project at 420 N 2nd Ave

The council tabled a resolution to advance funds for cleaning up a nuisance property at 420 N 2nd Avenue after the owner requested more time. All other agenda items were approved unanimously, including consent agenda items, ordinance readings, and resolutions. The council also approved a resolution adopting an addendum to the Northwest Iowa Safety Group agreement.

• Tabled resolution for nuisance cleanup at 420 N 2nd Ave (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, water tower change order and pay estimate, liquor license renewals, and two resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved second readings and waived third readings for ordinances on liquor licenses, public hearings, council compensation, and mayor's compensation (unanimous)
• Approved first readings of ordinances on service animals and conflict of interest (unanimous)
• Referred ordinance on public hearing requirements for zoning to planning & zoning commission (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R25-4136 adopting NWISG Chapter 28E addendum (unanimous)

Consultation meeting with Affected Taxing Entities

The City of Sheldon is holding a consultation meeting with affected taxing entities (counties and school district) to gather input on Amendment #9 to its Urban Renewal Plan. No action will be taken at this meeting, which is required by Iowa Code. The public hearing is scheduled for October 1, 2025, during the regular City Council meeting.

• Consultation on Amendment #9 to Urban Renewal Plan
• Public hearing set for October 1, 2025 at 4:30 PM
• Meeting held in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St.
• Previous amendments referenced (5-8) with dates

The City of Sheldon held a consultation meeting with affected taxing entities regarding Amendment #9 to the Urban Renewal Plan. No decisions were made; the meeting was solely for input from counties and school districts as required by Iowa Code. A public hearing is scheduled for October 1, 2025.

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will vote on a consent agenda including a $435,899.50 payment for the Western Avenue project, liquor license renewals, and a temporary street closure. New business includes public hearings on selling vacated 13th Ave right-of-way, first readings of code-required ordinance updates, and a possible closed session on real estate. The council will also consider an amendment to the Sheldon Urban Renewal Plan.

• Pay Application #6 for Western Avenue project to Sioux City Engineering Co for $435,899.50
• Public hearings and resolutions authorizing sale of vacated 13th Ave right-of-way to White and Heimann
• First readings of ordinance amendments on liquor licenses, public hearing requirements, and council/mayor compensation
• Resolution setting dates for consultation and public hearing on Amendment No. 9 to the Sheldon Urban Renewal Plan
• Possible closed session to discuss potential purchase of real estate

The council approved the purchase of approximately 27 acres of farm ground for about $900,000 for development purposes, and authorized a development agreement with the Sheldon Chamber and Development Corporation for another 20 acres. The council also approved consent agenda items including a $435,899.50 pay application for the Western Avenue project, liquor license renewals, and first readings of several ordinance amendments. A public hearing was held on the Upper Story Conversion Project at 324-326 9th Street, which is underway with no changes to performance targets.

• Approved purchase of 27 acres of farm ground for ~$900,000 for development (unanimous)
• Authorized development agreement with SCDC for purchase of 20 acres, with ~$646,000 in grants contingent on benchmarks (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $435,899.50 pay application for Western Avenue project (unanimous)
• Approved sale of vacated 13th Ave right-of-way to Sandra White (unanimous)
• Approved sale of vacated 13th Ave right-of-way to Joseph Heimann (unanimous)
• Approved first readings of ordinance amendments on liquor licenses, public hearings, council compensation, and mayor's compensation (all unanimous)
• Approved liquor license renewals for HyVee Food Store and Los Tulipanes, and beer permit renewals for HyVee Fast & Fresh and Kwik Star (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution setting dates for consultation and public hearing on Amendment No. 9 to Urban Renewal Plan (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance to amend speed limits on Park St (U.S. 18) near the eastern corporate boundary. The consent agenda includes appointments to the Recreation Trails Board, a peddler permit waiver for a Fieldcrest event, and resolutions for the Upper Story Housing Project and sale of vacated 13th Ave right-of-way. A possible closed session is scheduled to discuss real estate purchase or sale.

• First reading of ordinance amending speed limits on Park St (U.S. 18) near eastern corporate boundary
• Confirm appointments of Dennis Gorter and Chase Lottman to Recreation Trails Board
• Consider peddler permit waiver for open house at Fieldcrest, 2501 E 6th St
• Resolution approving Pay Application No. 3 on Sheldon Upper Story Housing Project
• Resolutions setting hearings for sale of vacated 13th Ave right-of-way to White and Heimann

The council approved an ordinance lowering the speed limit to 45 mph on Park St (US 18) near the eastern corporate boundary, as requested by the Iowa DOT. All consent agenda items were approved, including appointments to the Recreation Trails Board, permit waivers for a community event, and resolutions for the Upper Story Housing Project and sale of vacated right-of-way. The council also entered closed session to discuss potential real estate purchase or sale, but no action was taken.

• Approved speed limit reduction to 45 mph on Park St (US 18) near eastern boundary (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, and appointments (5-0)
• Confirmed Dennis Gorter to Recreation Trails Board for 3-year term ending July 1, 2028
• Confirmed Chase Lottman to Recreation Trails Board for remainder of term ending July 1, 2026
• Approved transient/peddler permit waivers for open house at Fieldcrest, 2501 E 6th St on Sept 6, 2025
• Approved Resolution R25-4124 for Pay Application No. 3 on Sheldon Upper Story Housing Project
• Approved Resolution R25-4125 setting public hearing for Upper Story Conversion project at 324-326 9th St
• Approved Resolutions R25-4126 and R25-4127 setting hearings for sale of vacated 13th Ave right-of-way

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will vote on consent items including a $529,676.64 pay application for the Western Avenue Reconstruction Project, a $18,716.67 pay application for the PCC Street Patching Project, and liquor/beer license renewals. New business includes a resolution to advance costs for an urban renewal project, exercising a budgeted land purchase option, and authorizing next steps for dangerous building enforcement including possible demolition.

• Pay Application #5 for Western Avenue Reconstruction Project: $529,676.64
• Pay Application #3 for PCC Street Patching Project: $18,716.67 plus Change Order #2 of $58
• Resolution authorizing advancement of costs for an urban renewal project under Iowa Code Section 403.19
• Exercise budgeted land purchase option for parcel #0004284401
• Authorize next steps for dangerous buildings at 315 W 8th St, including possible demolition

The Sheldon City Council approved the consent agenda, which included pay application #5 for the Western Avenue Reconstruction Project ($529,676.64) and pay application #3 for the PCC Street Patching Project ($18,716.67). The council also authorized resolutions advancing costs for urban renewal projects and approved a municipal infraction for the dangerous building at 315 W 8th Street. The meeting was held in person on August 6, 2025, with three council members present.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, beer permit renewal for Family Dollar, liquor license renewal for Crossroads Pavilion, pay estimate #3 ($18,716.67) and change order #2 ($58.00) for PCC Patching Project, pay estimate #5 ($529,676.64) for Western Avenue Reconstruction, appointment of Morgan Granstra to Crossroads Pavilion Board, and resolution hiring Recreation Coordinator Jarrett Van Wyk.
• Approved Resolution R25-4122 authorizing advancement of costs for an urban renewal project and certification of expenses under Iowa Code Section 403.19.
• Approved proceeding with a municipal infraction for 315 W 8th Street dangerous building/nuisance enforcement.
• Approved Resolution R25-4123 authorizing advancement of costs for an urban renewal project and certification of expenses under Iowa Code Section 403.19.

Special City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold a special meeting focused on July 2025 storm recovery. They will receive updates from Public Works and Emergency Management, then discuss and potentially authorize up to $50,000 in TIF advancement and $50,000 in Local Option Sales Tax reserves for cleanup costs, though reimbursement is not guaranteed.

• Storm clean-up update and discussion, including tree and limb removal
• Resolution for Urban Renewal advancement of up to $50,000 for TIF-eligible storm recovery costs
• Authorization for release of up to $50,000 from Local Option Sales Tax reserves for non-TIF-eligible costs
• Public forum for comments on agenda items and other matters

The Sheldon City Council approved hiring private contractors for derecho debris cleanup and authorized up to $100,000 in funding — $50,000 from urban renewal (TIF) and $50,000 from local option sales tax reserves. All roads were expected to reopen by July 31. The council also voted to apply for state DOT assistance for cleanup, with no timeline guaranteed.

• Approved hiring private contractors for derecho debris cleanup with specific pickup rules (unanimous)
• Approved application for state DOT assistance for storm cleanup (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R25 authorizing up to $50,000 from urban renewal (TIF) for storm recovery costs (unanimous)
• Authorized release of up to $50,000 from local option sales tax reserves for storm recovery costs (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will vote on several items, including a master planning services proposal from Beck Engineering for City Park, a utility billing policies and procedures resolution, and a pay application for the Sheldon Upper Story project. They will also consider appointments to the Museum Board and Airport Commission, and a liquor license renewal for Brady's Pub.

• Resolution approving master planning services proposal from Beck Engineering for City Park
• Resolution approving Utility Billing Policies & Procedures
• Resolution approving Pay Application #2 to Kunkel Construction for Sheldon Upper Story 324-326 9th Street Project
• Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Brady's Pub
• Mayor's appointment of Kathy Wierenga to Museum Board of Trustees; Council appointment of Paul Honermann to Airport Commission

The Council approved a resolution hiring Beck Engineering to draft a master plan proposal for City Park. The airport commission appointment of Paul Honermann was tabled for six months to allow Josh Kraayenbrink to remain on the board. The consent agenda was approved, including minutes, claims, financial reports, ambulance insurance adjustments, a liquor license renewal, a board appointment, a construction pay application, and utility billing policies.

• Approved Resolution R25-4119 hiring Beck Engineering to draft a City Park master plan proposal.
• Tabled the appointment of Paul Honermann to the Airport Commission; to be reconsidered in January 2026.
• Approved the consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, ambulance insurance adjustments, liquor license renewal for Brady's Pub, appointment of Kathy Wierenga to the Museum Board, Pay Application #2 to Kunkel Construction, and Resolution R25-4118 on utility billing policies.
• Approved moving the airport commission appointment item to new business on the agenda.

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold a regular meeting with several notable items. They will consider a third reading of an ordinance to implement a storm water fee, review a proposal for a City Park master plan, and vote on a consent agenda that includes a resolution increasing garbage rates effective August 1, 2025. The consent agenda also includes approvals for change orders and pay estimates for various construction projects.

• Resolution increasing garbage rates as of August 1, 2025
• 3rd reading of Ordinance Implementing Storm Water Fee
• Review proposal for City Park master plan
• Approval of Pay Estimate #4 for $383,180.07 for Western Avenue
• Approval of Change Order #1 for $3,507 and Pay Estimate #2 for $151,238.39 for 2025 PCC Patching Project

The council approved a storm water utility fee on third reading, with Councilman Snyder dissenting. The fee is expected to generate $100,000 annually for infrastructure maintenance. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included garbage rate increases, change orders for the 324-326 9th Street project, and a fire applicant.

• Approved storm water utility fee ordinance (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda including garbage rate increase, change orders for 324-326 9th Street project, fire applicant Bradley Granaham, pay estimate #4 for Western Avenue ($383,180.07), change order #1 ($3,507) and pay estimate #2 ($151,238.39) for 2025 PCC Patching Project, and temporary closure of E 4th St north of high school
• Reviewed proposal for City Park master plan from Beck Engineering (no vote taken)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold public hearings and consider third readings of ordinance amendments regarding water, sewer, and a new storm water fee. The consent agenda includes approvals of liquor licenses, permits, and several board reappointments, as well as a resolution approving a $4,415.37 pay application for the Sheldon Upper Story project.

• 3rd reading of ordinance amendments regarding water
• 3rd reading of ordinance amendments regarding sewer
• 3rd reading of ordinance implementing storm water fee
• Resolution approving Pay Application Number 1 to Kunkel Construction for the Sheldon Upper Story 324-326 9th Street Project in the amount of $4,415.37
• Resolution approving hiring of Parks & Recreation Director, Alex Laughlin

The Sheldon City Council approved new water and sewer rates for FY 25-26, tabled a storm water fee ordinance, and approved a $4,415.37 payment for the 324-326 9th Street project. The council also approved a financial policy, an airport master plan grant application, and funding for Mid-Sioux Opportunity. A request from De Kruif Sanitation for a $0.70 rate increase was discussed but tabled for a future meeting.

• Approved water rate ordinance O25-3293 for FY 25-26 (5-0)
• Approved sewer rate ordinance O25-3294 for FY 25-26 (5-0)
• Tabled storm water fee ordinance for FY 25-26 (5-0)
• Approved $4,415.37 pay application to Kunkel Construction for 324-326 9th Street project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R25-4112 adopting City Financial Policy (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R25-4113 authorizing FAA grant application for Airport Master Plan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R25-4111 funding Mid-Sioux Opportunity for FY 25-26 (5-0)
• Tabled rezoning request for 415 W Park St (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Sheldon Board of Adjustment considered and approved a setback variance for a garage addition at 1816 E 9th Street and a fence height variance with a sight triangle waiver for Northern Natural Gas at the corner of E 9th Street and 25th Avenue. Both decisions were made after public comment and discussion.

• Approved setback variance for attached garage at 1816 E 9th St (Kody Hansen) subject to property line verification
• Approved fence height variance and sight triangle waiver for Northern Natural Gas at corner of E 9th St and 25th Ave, with landscaping condition and no barbed wire due to proximity to city park
• Minutes of April 23, 2025 approved

The Sheldon Board of Adjustment approved a setback variance for a garage addition at 1816 E 9th Street, subject to property line verification, and a fence height variance with a sight triangle waiver for Northern Natural Gas at the corner of E 9th Street and 25th Avenue, requiring landscaping and prohibiting barbed wire due to proximity to a city park. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved setback variance for garage addition at 1816 E 9th Street, subject to property line verification (6-0)
• Approved fence height variance and sight triangle waiver for Northern Natural Gas at E 9th Street and 25th Avenue, with landscaping condition and no barbed wire (6-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold second readings of ordinance amendments regarding water, sewer, and a new storm water fee, with possible third readings waived. They will also consider a lot split and sale on 13th Avenue, a peddler permit waiver for a Fun Fest vendor, and resolutions related to a lot sale to Crystallyn Kay Studio. A possible closed session is scheduled for the annual city manager evaluation.

• 2nd reading of ordinance amendments regarding water and sewer
• 2nd reading of ordinance implementing a storm water fee
• Pay application #3 for Western Ave project for $84,244.50
• Pay application #1 for PCC Patching Project for $52,345.90
• Resolution authorizing hire of Harry Pederson as full-time police officer

The council approved second readings of ordinance amendments for water, sewer, and a new storm water fee for FY 25-26. It also approved a first reading of fireworks ordinance amendments, a one-time peddler permit fee waiver for a vendor fair, and waiving SCDC's reimbursement for a lot sale to Crystallyn Kay Studio. The council entered closed session to evaluate the city manager and later approved a 6% salary increase.

• Approved second reading of water ordinance amendment for FY 25-26 (5-0)
• Approved second reading of sewer ordinance amendment for FY 25-26 (5-0)
• Approved second reading of storm water fee ordinance for FY 25-26 (5-0)
• Approved first reading of fireworks ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Approved one-time peddler permit fee waiver for Bliss Salon & Spa vendor fair June 20-21 (5-0)
• Approved waiving SCDC's reimbursement for lot sale to Crystallyn Kay Studio (5-0)
• Approved minimum assessment agreement with Crystallyn Kay Studio (5-0)
• Approved 6% salary increase for City Manager Kooiker (5-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold public hearings and consider a budget amendment for FY25, new grant agreements with Children's World daycare, and first readings of water, sewer, and storm water fee ordinances. They will also approve the final payment for the Oak Street project and hire two ambulance staff.

• Approve final pay estimate #4 for Oak St: $54,506.96
• Public hearing and consideration of FY25 budget amendment
• Public hearings on two grant agreements with Children's World daycare for FY2025-2027
• First readings of ordinance amendments regarding water, sewer, and storm water fee
• Resolutions approving offers to ambulance positions Lori Watson and Kate Stewart

The council approved a FY 2024-2025 budget amendment, first readings of ordinance amendments raising water rates by 6.5% and sewer rates by 4%, and a new storm water fee based on meter size. It also approved final payment for the Oak Street project, grant agreements with Children's World daycare, and compensation adjustments for two staff members. A public comment opposed the storm water fee.

• Approved FY 2024-2025 budget amendment (Resolution R25-4098) (5-0)
• Approved first reading of water ordinance amendment with 6.5% rate increase (5-0)
• Approved first reading of sewer ordinance amendment with 4% rate increase (5-0)
• Approved first reading of storm water fee ordinance (5-0)
• Approved final pay estimate #4 ($54,506.96) for Oak Street project (5-0)
• Approved grant agreement with Children's World for FY 2025-2027 (Resolution R25-4099) (5-0)
• Approved enrollment pilot program grant agreement with Children's World (Resolution R25-4100) (5-0)
• Approved compensation arrangements for Lori Watson and Kate Stewart (Resolutions R25-4101 & R25-4102) (5-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will vote on a consent agenda including a $219,170.29 pay application for Western Ave, a liquor license renewal for Train Station 2, and a SCAT applicant. New business items include approving FY26 funding for RIDES, a burn permit for 415 W Park St, and resolutions setting public hearings for Children's World grant agreements. The meeting also includes a closed session per Iowa Code 21.9.

• Consider pay application #2 for Western Ave in the amount of $219,170.29
• Approve burn permit for 415 W Park St - Sheldon Chamber & Development Corp
• Resolutions setting hearings for Children's World agreements (May 21)
• Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Train Station 2
• Resolution approving Independent Fee Estimate services with Ardurra for Sheldon Regional Airport

The Sheldon City Council approved the consent agenda, including a $219,170.29 pay application for Western Ave, liquor license renewal for Train Station 2, and resolutions for a restricted funds agreement with the Sheldon Chamber & Development Corporation and independent fee estimate services for the airport. The council also approved $25,000 in RIDES transit funding for FY 2026, a controlled burn permit at 415 W Park Street, and set a May 21 public hearing for Children's World grant agreements. No action was taken in closed session.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, liquor license renewal, SCAT applicant, $219,170.29 Western Ave pay application, cleanup week dates, and two resolutions (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution R25-4094 for RIDES funding of $25,000 for FY 2026 (all ayes)
• Approved controlled burn permit at 415 W Park Street (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for May 21, 2025, on Children's World grant agreements (all ayes)
• Entered closed session per Iowa Code 21.9; no action taken

Board of Adjustment

The Sheldon Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on two variance requests: a setback variance for a garage addition at 1540 Washington Ave and a fence height variance at 890 Prairie Trail Road. The board will also approve minutes from its February 26 meeting and hear a city manager's report.

• Setback variance: 2 ft instead of 6 ft sideyard setback for garage addition at 1540 Washington Ave (RM zoning) – Dennis & Lori Abele
• Fence height variance: 6 ft instead of 3 ft along Prairie Trail Road, plus 12 ft gate for north driveway at 890 Prairie Trail Road (RS zoning) – Brandon Kats
• Approve minutes of February 26, 2025

The Board of Adjustment approved a setback variance for a garage addition at 1540 Washington Ave and a fence height variance at 890 Prairie Trail Road. Both motions passed unanimously. The board also discussed the appeals process and noted that two previously denied applications were revised to meet code and will be approved administratively.

• Approved minutes of February 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved setback variance for garage addition at 1540 Washington Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 6-foot fence height variance at 890 Prairie Trail Road, with sight triangle kept clear (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the FY26 budget (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026). They will also administer the oath of office to Police Officer Jager Roozeboom and consider a contract with Planning Solutions, LLC for administration services. The consent agenda includes approvals for liquor license renewal, golf course usage, and several FY26 agreements.

• Public hearing and resolution adopting FY26 budget
• Oath of office for Police Officer Jager Roozeboom
• Resolution approving Contracted Administration Services Agreement with Planning Solutions, LLC
• Resolution accepting temporary easements for Western Avenue project
• Approval of liquor license renewal for Cobblestone Inn & Suites

The Sheldon City Council adopted the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget and approved a one-year agreement with Planning Solutions, LLC for zoning and code enforcement services. The council also approved temporary easements for the Western Avenue project and a consent agenda covering multiple routine items including personnel appointments, liquor license renewal, and various intergovernmental agreements. No public comments were received on the budget or other agenda items.

• Adopted Resolution R25-4083 approving the FY 2025-2026 budget
• Approved one-year agreement with Planning Solutions, LLC for zoning and code enforcement services
• Approved Resolution R25-4091 for temporary easements on the Western Avenue project
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, and multiple resolutions
• Approved liquor license renewal for Cobblestone Inn & Suites
• Approved Sheldon High School Prom Committee request for April 26, 2025
• Set May 21, 2025 public hearing for FY 2024-2025 budget amendment
• Administered oath of office to Police Officer Jager Roozeboom

Special City Council Meeting

This special City Council meeting is held 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 meeting will follow after this hearing concludes.

• Property Tax Levy Hearing (notice published March 19)

The Sheldon City Council held a special meeting solely for the state-required public hearing on the 25-26 property tax levy. No action was taken on the levy, and no other business was conducted. The hearing was opened and closed with no oral or written comments from the public.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Opened property tax levy hearing at 4:17 p.m.
• Closed property tax levy hearing at 4:18 p.m. (no public comments)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:21 p.m. (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will vote on consent items including a police officer hire, a street project payment, and liquor license renewals. They will also set an April 16 public hearing date for the full budget adoption and consider reappointing the city attorney.

• Set April 16 as public hearing date for full budget adoption
• Resolution offering full-time police officer position to Jager Roozeboom
• Pay application #1 for Western Ave project in the amount of $21,340
• Resolution temporarily creating a full-time Police Officer position
• Amendment to Tobacco License for Highway Liquor & Smoke Shop (continued from March 19)

The council approved a resolution reappointing Micah Schreurs as City Attorney and setting his hourly compensation for the next three years. They also approved a consent agenda including several personnel actions, payments, and license renewals. A tobacco license amendment for Highway Liquor & Smoke Shop was approved after the owner confirmed compliance. A public hearing for the FY 25-26 budget was set for April 16.

• Reappointed City Attorney Micah Schreurs with three-year compensation (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: accepted resignations of Trevor Cast and Dianne Wolthuizen, approved $21,340 Western Ave pay estimate, hired water operator Matt Burrington, offered police officer position to Jager Roozeboom, temporarily created full-time police officer position, renewed beer permit for Dollar General and liquor license for Stammer Liquor (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to tobacco license for Highway Liquor & Smoke Shop (unanimous)
• Set April 16 public hearing for FY 25-26 budget adoption (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will consider an amendment to the tobacco license for Highway Liquor & Smoke Shop, along with routine consent items including liquor license renewals and financial reports. A public forum will be held for comments on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Amendment to Tobacco License for Highway Liquor & Smoke Shop (glass and metal devices)
• Liquor License Renewal for Breu Haus, LLC
• Temporary Wine Permit for Top of Iowa Lucky Wife, LLC (Sweet Puddle Jumpers, 1410 Park St.)
• Consent Agenda: minutes, claims list, financial reports

The Sheldon City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, claims, financial reports, and liquor license renewals. The council tabled an amendment to the tobacco license for Highway Liquor & Smoke Shop until the application is complete and the store complies with window covering requirements. The council also heard an update from the O'Brien County EMA director, who said the county does not plan to implement an EMS levy at this time.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, liquor license renewal for Breu Haus, LLC, and temporary wine permit for Top of Iowa Lucky Wife, LLC (unanimous)
• Tabled tobacco license amendment for Highway Liquor & Smoke Shop until application complete and windows covered (unanimous)

Fast Act Applications

The Region 3 Transportation Technical Committee meets to review and program applications for the 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program, allocating federal FAST Act funding for transportation projects across a 9-county region including Sheldon. The meeting includes presentations from multiple counties and entities, followed by project programming decisions.

• Presentation of applications for 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program from NWIPDC, Lake Park, Buena Vista County, O'Brien County, Osceola County, and Sioux County
• Programming of projects for the 2026-2029 TIP
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Old business and new business discussion

The Region 3 Transportation Technical Committee approved funding for four transportation projects totaling $4,892,058 for the 2026-2029 TIP. The committee voted to fund NWIPDC ($38,000), City of Lake Park ($590,058), Sioux County ($1,864,000), and Buena Vista County ($2,400,000). Nominations ended with $46,557 in funding remaining. The meeting was held at Spencer City Hall and was not an official City of Sheldon meeting.

• Approved $38,000 for NWIPDC (motion carried)
• Approved $590,058 for City of Lake Park (motion carried)
• Approved $1,864,000 for Sioux County (motion carried)
• Approved $2,400,000 for Buena Vista County (motion carried)
• Ended project nominations with $46,557 in funding remaining (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (motion carried)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering alcohol license renewals for Hy-Vee, La Pasada, and Main St 3 Theatre, approval of updated utility billing policies, and resolutions for agricultural property tax deferments. The meeting also includes administering the oath of office for Police Sgt Tim Loeschen, whose promotion was approved in February.

• Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh Class B Retail Alcohol License - 1999 Park St.
• Hy-Vee Class E Retail Alcohol License - 1989 Park St.
• La Pasada Mexican Restaurant & Bar Class C Retail Alcohol License - 101 Park St.
• Approval of Utility Billing Policies & Procedures.
• Resolution approving Ag Deferments for FY26 for properties in Sioux and O'Brien counties.

The Sheldon City Council approved the consent agenda unanimously, which included several alcohol license renewals, approval of utility billing policies and procedures, and a resolution for agricultural tax deferments. The meeting also included the administration of the oath of office to Police Sergeant Tim Loeschen, with his start date clarified as February 19. No public comments were made, and no other business was discussed.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, alcohol licenses, utility policies, and tax deferments (5-0)
• Administered oath of office to Police Sgt. Tim Loeschen
• Clarified start date for Police Sgt. Tim Loeschen as February 19

Board of Adjustment

The Sheldon Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on five variance and special exception requests. Items include a revised height and size variance for an accessory building, a protruding sign variance, a special exception for convenience storage, a shed-to-primary-structure conversion, and a digital billboard variance. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and hear reports.

• Height and size variance for accessory building at 890 Prairie Trail Road (revised to 1,500 sf, 18 ft)
• Protruding sign variance at 203 9th St (Axes & Irons, former J&B Bar)
• Special Exception for convenience storage and equipment sales at 310 N 2nd Ave (50' x 80' building)
• Variance to convert accessory shed into primary structure at 822 5th St
• Size variance for LED digital billboard at 2607 Park St (denied; smaller sign later approved by zoning administrator)

The Board of Adjustment voted to deny a height and size variance for a 1,500 sq ft, 18 ft high accessory building at 890 Prairie Trail Road, with one abstention. They approved a variance for a protruding sign at 203 9th Street and a special exception for convenience storage and equipment sales at 310 N 2nd Avenue. Requests to convert an accessory shed into a primary structure at 822 5th Street and for a larger LED digital billboard at 2607 Park Street were both denied.

• Denied height and size variance for accessory building at 890 Prairie Trail Road (5-0-1 abstention)
• Approved variance for protruding sign at 203 9th Street (6-0)
• Approved special exception for convenience storage and equipment sales at 310 N 2nd Avenue (6-0)
• Denied request to convert accessory shed into primary structure at 822 5th Street (5-0-1 abstention)
• Denied size variance for LED digital billboard at 2607 Park Street (6-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on awarding a contract for repainting the West Elevated Tank (original water tower). They will also vote on promoting Police Officer Timothy Loeschen to Sergeant and authorizing a solicitation for proposals to dispose of a vacated right-of-way on 13th Ave north of 14th St. Consent items include approval of a new liquor license for Axes-N-Irons, LLC and acceptance of a water operator resignation.

• Public hearing and resolution awarding contract for West Elevated Tank exterior repainting
• Resolution authorizing promotion of Police Officer Timothy Loeschen to Sergeant
• Resolution authorizing solicitation for proposals for disposal of vacated right-of-way on 13th Ave (north of 14th St)
• Approval of new liquor license for Axes-N-Irons, LLC
• Accept resignation of Conner McDonald, Water Operator, effective February 28, 2025

The council awarded a bid to O&J Coatings, LLC for repainting the west elevated water tank. A police officer was promoted to sergeant, and a resolution was passed to solicit proposals for selling a vacated right-of-way on 13th Avenue. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution R25-4074 promoting Police Officer Timothy Loeschen to Sergeant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R25-4075 awarding bid to O&J Coatings, LLC for west elevated tank painting (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R25-4076 soliciting proposals for disposal of 13th Ave vacated right-of-way (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including new liquor license for Axes-N-Irons, LLC and acceptance of water operator resignation (5-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will consider several resolutions and public hearings, including an Upper Story Housing development agreement for the former Wolff's Building and awarding contracts for the Western Ave DOT bid and the 2025 PCC patching project. A public hearing and resolution for the Western Ave project are on the agenda, along with a resolution setting Hills Parking camping fees and adopting a Public Records Request Policy.

• Resolution approving Upper Story Housing development agreement for former Wolff's Building (324-326 9th St)
• Public hearing and resolution awarding contract for Western Ave DOT bid letting
• Public hearing and resolution awarding contract for 2025 PCC patching project
• Resolution setting Hills Parking camping fees
• Approval of Beer Permit Renewal for Family Dollar

The council awarded a $4,051,274.40 contract to Sioux City Engineering for the Western Avenue project and a $225,611.25 contract to Van't Hof Concrete for the 2025 PCC patching project. It also approved a human resources agreement with Center Benefits, set a special meeting for the property tax levy hearing on April 2, 2025, and approved the consent agenda including camping fees, an upper-story housing development agreement, and a public records request policy.

• Awarded $4,051,274.40 Western Avenue contract to Sioux City Engineering (unanimous)
• Awarded $225,611.25 2025 PCC patching contract to Van't Hof Concrete (unanimous)
• Approved human resources agreement with Center Benefits (unanimous)
• Set special meeting and public hearing on April 2, 2025 for FY 2025-2026 budget (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Hills Park camping fees, Upper Story Housing Development agreement, and Public Records Request policy (unanimous)
• Approved beer permit renewal for Family Dollar (unanimous)
• Approved Village Northwest's Run, Walk & Roll for June 7, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 4th quarter ambulance insurance adjustments (unanimous)

City Council Budget Workshop

The City Council will hold a two-day budget workshop on January 21-22, 2025, to review the upcoming fiscal year budget. Discussions include department presentations, capital projects, bonding capacity, and requests from partner organizations. The workshop is a planning session; no final budget adoption occurs until April 16, 2025.

• Review of bonding capacity and debt
• Department presentations: Ambulance, Fire, Library, Police, Public Works, and others
• Requests from partner organizations: RIDES ($25,000 TIF), Golf ($25,000 LOST), Children's World (new 2-year agreement: $31,200 FY26 & $32,448 FY27 plus $58,240 pilot program)
• Capital projects: 5-year City CIP, 15-year Emergency Services plan, 5-year Airport plan
• Discussion on formation of stormwater utility & fee

The Sheldon City Council held a two-day budget workshop on January 21-22, 2025, reviewing department budgets and setting priorities for FY25-26. Key decisions included consensus to add a full-time employee to the Pavilion, direct staff to bring forward a storm water fee ordinance, and approve funding requests from partner organizations. The council also discussed debt capacity, property tax levies, and capital projects.

• Consensus to add a full-time employee to the Pavilion budget (majority consensus)
• Consensus to direct staff to bring forward a storm water fee ordinance
• Approved RIDES request of $25,000 pending hours of operation fix
• Approved Children's World request of $31,200 and $58,240 for pilot program from TIF
• Approved OBEDC request of $6,667.32 from TIF
• Approved NCC/LLRC request of $26,250 from TIF
• Approved golf course request of $25,000 from LOST
• Approved Upper Des Moines $4,000, Family Crisis Center $5,000, and MID Sioux $1,000 from LOST

Regular City Council Meeting

The Sheldon City Council will vote on a consent agenda including a new liquor license for Fore Seasons Swings, acceptance of a police officer resignation, and hiring two new police officers. New business includes approving plans for repainting the West Elevated Tank, discussing a public records request policy, and introducing draft LOST and TIF budgets for FY26.

• Approval of new liquor license for Fore Seasons Swings, LLC, 141 34th Ave, Suite A
• Accept resignation of Police Officer Dan Crawley, effective January 20
• Hire Ryer Dacken and Ryan Cuperus as full-time police officers
• West Elevated Tank exterior repainting: approve plans & specs, set bid opening Feb 13, public hearing Feb 19
• Introduction of draft Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) & Tax Increment Financing (TIF) budgets for FY26

The Sheldon City Council approved the consent agenda unanimously, which included accepting a police officer resignation, confirming a library board appointment, approving wage adjustments, and hiring two new police officers. The council also set plans for repainting the west water tower at an estimated cost of $460,000 and discussed the public records request policy and budget workshops for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, new liquor license for Fore Seasons Swings, LLC, resignation of Police Officer Dan Crawley, appointment of Jessica Hughes to Library Board, wage adjustment for Street Superintendent Lyle Frohwein, urban revitalization application for Prairie Trail Village Phase 2, and hiring of Ryer Dacken and Ryan Cuperus as full-time police officers (unanimous)
• Approved plans and specifications for west elevated tank exterior repainting, set bid opening for February 13 and public hearing for February 19 (unanimous)
• Introduced public records request policy for future consideration
• Introduced draft Local Option Sales Tax and Tax Increment Financing budgets for FY26 for further discussion at budget workshops

Regular City Council Meeting

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for January 1, 2025, is cancelled because it falls on a holiday, and it will not be rescheduled. Claims and bills will be approved administratively to ensure payment, with formal approval deferred to the next regular meeting on January 15. The agenda also reminds residents of upcoming budget meetings on January 21 and 22.

• Cancellation of January 1 City Council meeting due to holiday
• Administrative approval of claims/bills, with formal vote at January 15 meeting
• Budget meetings scheduled for January 21 and 22 at 4:30 pm

The January 1, 2025 City Council meeting was cancelled due to the holiday and was not rescheduled. Claims and bills were approved electronically by the afternoon of January 2 to allow payment, and will be formally ratified at the next regular meeting on January 15. Budget meetings are scheduled for January 21 and 22 at 4:30 pm.

• Cancelled the January 1, 2025 regular meeting due to the holiday; not rescheduled
• Approved claims and bills administratively (electronically by Jan 2) for payment
• Scheduled formal ratification of Jan 1 claims at the Jan 15 regular meeting
• Scheduled budget meetings for Jan 21 and 22 at 4:30 pm