Solon public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Solon City Council will discuss financing plans for a future sewer plant and long-term budget planning for law enforcement services with the Johnson County Sheriff's Office. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning code reviews and an urban renewal plan amendment.

• New sewer plant financing planning with Northland Securities
• Law enforcement budget planning with Johnson County Sheriff's Office
• Resolution No. 23-50: Oak Meadows Subdivision Final Plat
• Zoning code review regarding building height vs. building stories
• Resolution No. 23-51: Setting public hearing date for Urban Renewal Plan Amendment

City Council

The Solon City Council will discuss and possibly act on a $3 million SRF planning and design loan for a new wastewater treatment plant, along with several other items including a subdivision plat, contracts, and ordinance updates. The meeting includes routine reports and consent agenda items, plus a closed session for a real estate transaction.

• Resolution No. 23-47: Preliminary and Final Plat for Scott Pond Subdivision in 2-Mile Fringe Area
• SRF Planning & Design Loan of $3,000,000 for new wastewater treatment plant
• Change Order No. 3 for Chabal & Elm Street Water Main project: $4,376.00
• Pay Estimate No. 5 for Chabal & Elm Street Water Main project: $27,194.70
• Change Order No. 1 for Alley Sanitary Sewer Improvements: $14,500.00

City Council

The Solon City Council will discuss and possibly act on several financial items, including the FY23 year-end update, annual reports, and FY24 first quarter review. They will also consider resolutions for street finance, urban renewal, appropriations, and a funds transfer for a wastewater treatment plant property purchase. Other actions include abatement and demolition of city-owned trailers on E. North Street and engaging legal services for a loan.

• Resolution No. 23-44 Transfer Funds for WWTP property purchase
• Resolution No. 23-45 Annual Appropriations
• Abatement and demolition of city trailers at 103, 105, 113 E. North Street
• Engagement of legal services with Dorsey & Whitney LLP for SRF loan
• Resolution No. 23-46 Federal Reimbursement for Wastewater Treatment Plant

City Council

The Solon City Council will review and possibly approve several items related to the Trail Ridge Estates Part 2 development, including an amended conditional zoning agreement, a developer's agreement, and a preliminary plat. They will also discuss site plans for a school transportation facility and a mixed-use building, as well as other routine matters.

• Trail Ridge Estates Part 2 Amended Conditional Zoning Agreement
• Trail Ridge Estates Part 2 Developer's Agreement
• Resolution No. 23-37: Trail Ridge Estates Part 2 Preliminary Plat
• Resolution No. 23-38: Site Plan for Solon Schools Transportation Facility
• Chabal & Elm Streets Water Main Project Pay Estimate No. 4: $177,673.04

Board of Adjustment

The Solon Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and special meeting to consider two variance requests. The board will discuss and possibly act on a request to enclose a rear deck at 500 Plum Street and a request for a variance and conditional use permit for a detached accessory building at 1811 Racine Ave.

• Variance request by Ideal Window and Door for Casey and Elizabeth DeVries to enclose existing rear deck at 500 Plum Street (R-1 Residential)
• Variance and conditional use permit request by Spencer Wood for detached accessory building at 1811 Racine Ave (R-1 Residential)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will review and potentially take action on several development plans. These include a new Solon Schools Transportation Facility, a mixed-use building in Fox Ridge, and the Trail Ridge Estates Part 2 preliminary plat.

• Site plan for Solon Schools Transportation Facility
• Mixed-use building site plan for Fox Ridge Part OneA Lot 4
• Trail Ridge Estates Part 2 Preliminary Plat

City Council

The Solon City Council will consider a contract for alley sanitary sewer improvements with Dave Schmitt Construction, discuss participating in the Herky on Parade tour in spring 2024, and decide on a Windmill Estates Park escrow reimbursement. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items like minutes, bills, and building permits.

• Alley Sanitary Sewer Improvements contract with Dave Schmitt Construction
• Herky on Parade participation discussion for spring 2024
• Windmill Estates Park escrow reimbursement decision
• Consent agenda: minutes, bills, treasurer's report, building permits
• Event approval: Hackert Wedding Reception on 10/28/23

City Council

The Solon City Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a purchase agreement for a parcel for a new wastewater treatment facility, a FY25 law enforcement contract with the Johnson County Sheriff's Office, a presentation on state law HF718's budget impacts, a community center lease amendment, and a truck purchase. Reports from city departments and committees are also on the agenda.

• Purchase agreement for city parcel 0223153002 for new wastewater treatment facility
• FY25 law enforcement contract with Johnson County Sheriff's Office and substation open house
• Budget presentation on HF718 by Finance Officer Roman Meyers
• Community Center Lease Amendment
• F550 truck purchase

City Council

The Solon City Council will discuss and possibly act on a mixed-use commercial development concept for Fox Ridge Part 1A Lot 4, an easement amendment, radon remediation quotes, and water main project payments. They will also consider an audit engagement and a proclamation for trick-or-treating. The agenda includes a possible closed session for a real estate transaction.

• Fox Ridge Part 1A Lot 4 mixed-use commercial development concept by Eric Svalstad
• Windmill Estates Part 7 easement amendment request by Keeli and Eric Howe
• Radon remediation quotes for city library at 320 W. Main Street
• Chabal & Elm Street Water Main Project Change Order No. 2 ($2,400) and Pay Estimate No. 3 ($49,020)
• Proclamation declaring Oct 31, 5-7 p.m. as trick-or-treat night

City Council

The Solon City Council will consider several development-related items, including the final plat for Spartan Hollow Subdivision Phase 1, site plans for the Solon Intermediate School addition and the Solon Pet Health Center addition, and a sewer improvement contract. They will also review the Solon Intermediate School 28E agreement and vote on change orders and pay estimates for the Chabal & Elm Street water main project. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a real estate transaction.

• Resolution 23-34: Approve final plat for Spartan Hollow Subdivision Phase 1 (2-mile fringe area)
• Resolution 23-35: Approve Solon Intermediate School Addition site plan
• Resolution 23-36: Approve Solon Pet Health Center Addition site plan
• Alley sanitary sewer improvements for 200 block Main Street – quote award to Dave Schmitt Construction
• Chabal & Elm Street Water Main Project Change Order No. 1 ($20,500) and Pay Estimate No. 2 ($68,326.14)

The City Council approved site plans for additions to Solon Intermediate School and the Solon Pet Health Center. Council also approved a final plat for the Spartan Hollow Subdivision and authorized sewer improvements on Main Street.

• Approved Spartan Hollow Subdivision Phase 1 final plat (5-0)
• Approved Solon Intermediate School Addition site plan (5-0)
• Approved Solon Pet Health Center Addition site plan (5-0)
• Approved Alley Sanitary Sewer Improvements for 200 Block Main Street (5-0)
• Approved Chabal/Elm Street Water Main Change Order No. 1 for $20,500 (5-0)
• Approved Chabal/Elm Street Water Main Project Pay Estimate No. 2 for $68,326.14 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Solon Homecoming Parade and Beck Court Block Party permits (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Solon Planning and Zoning Commission will review and consider possible action on two site plans. These include an addition to the Solon Schools Intermediate School and an addition to the Solon Pet Health Center.

• Site plan review for Solon Intermediate School Addition
• Site plan review for Solon Pet Health Center Addition

City Council

The Solon City Council will consider several resolutions, including joining the Middle Iowa Watershed Management Authority, closing a street for a firefighters' dance, and levying a delinquent utility bill. They will also vote on a $170,706.92 payment for the Chabal & Elm Street water main project and may enter closed session for a real estate matter.

• Resolution 23-31: Approve Middle Iowa Watershed Management Authority articles
• Resolution 23-32: Road closure for Solon Firefighters Street Dance on Aug 26, 2023
• Resolution 23-33: Levy delinquent utility cost at 122 N Chabal St to Johnson County Treasurer
• Pay Estimate No. 1: $170,706.92 for Chabal & Elm Street Water Main Project
• Closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(j) for real estate transaction

The City Council approved a payment for water main work and authorized the creation of the Middle Iowa Watershed Management Authority. Council also approved a road closure for a community dance and a tax assessment for an unpaid utility account.

• Approved Resolution No. 23-31 creating the Middle Iowa Watershed Management Authority (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-32 for road closure for Solon Firefighters Dance on August 26, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-33 authorizing utility assessment collection via Johnson County Treasurer (4-0)
• Approved Pay Estimate No. 1 of $170,706.92 to Local Boring Company LLC for Chabal & Elm Street Water Main Project (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including beer and liquor licenses for Sam’s Main St. Market (4-0)

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 2, 2023, covering routine reports and consent items. New business includes resolutions on a property purchase agreement and a final plat, plus two conditional use permit requests and employee handbook revisions. The agenda is a mix of administrative updates and actionable items.

• Resolution No. 23-29: purchase agreement for 111 N. Dubuque Street
• Resolution No. 23-30: final plat for Trail Ridge Estates Part 1B
• Johnson County CUP request from Paul Rasch for fruit processing at 1998 Poplar Ave NE
• Johnson County CUP request from Jo Erenberger for auxiliary dwelling unit at 4192 140th Street N.E.
• Employee Handbook Revisions discussion

The City Council approved the purchase of a property on N. Dubuque Street and the final plat for Trail Ridge Estates Part 1B. Two conditional use permits for fruit processing and a small dwelling unit were also approved. The council further approved a consent agenda including liquor licenses.

• Approved Resolution No. 23-29 to purchase 111 N. Dubuque Street for $175,000 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-30 for the final plat of Trail Ridge Part 1B (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for fruit processing at 1988 Poplar Avenue (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for a small dwelling unit for Jo Erenberger (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor licenses for American Legion Post 460 and Casey’s (3-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Solon Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to review a proposal by Watts Group. The commission will consider possible action regarding the annexation and zoning of the Greazel property located north on Hwy 1.

• Annexation and zoning review for Greazel/Hwy 1 (Watts Group)

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 19, 2023, with several action items. Key decisions include the third and final reading of Ordinance No. 480 to vacate a 16-foot alley between 414 and 410 S. Market Street, a related resolution, a Fire Agency Clerk contract, and Resolution No. 23-28 setting FY24 salaries and wages for city employees. The council will also consider entering closed sessions for a real estate transaction and to evaluate the City Administrator's performance.

• Ordinance No. 480: third reading to vacate 16-foot alley between 414 and 410 S. Market Street
• Resolution No. 23-27: alley vacate for same location
• Fire Agency Clerk contract discussion and possible action
• Resolution No. 23-28: setting salaries/wages for FY24
• Closed sessions for real estate transaction and City Administrator evaluation

The City Council approved the salary and wage schedule for city employees for fiscal year 2024. Council also finalized the vacation of a 16-foot alley south of Lot 12 in M.A. Randall’s Addition. Additionally, the annual Fire Agency Clerk Contract was approved.

• Approved Resolution No. 23-28 setting FY24 salaries/wages for City Employees (4-0)
• Approved third and final reading of Ordinance No. 480 to vacate 16-foot alley south of Lot 12, M.A. Randall’s Addition (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-27 regarding the alley vacate south of Lot 12, M.A. Randall’s Addition (4-0)
• Approved annual Fire Agency Clerk Contract (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 21 and July 5 minutes, bills, and Ride 4 Youth event application (4-0)

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold a public hearing on the East Chabal & Elm Street water main improvements, then consider awarding the project bid. They will also set FY24 employee salaries, review alley sewer improvement quotes, and act on a road closure for Big Grove's 10th anniversary event.

• Public hearing on East Chabal & Elm Street water main improvements
• Resolution No. 23-25 setting FY24 salaries/wages
• Resolution No. 23-26 to award Chabal & Elm Street water main project bid
• Resolution No. 23-24 road closure for Big Grove 10th anniversary on 9/3/23
• Ordinance No. 480 vacating alley south of Lot 12, M.A. Randall's Addition

The City Council approved a contract for water main improvements at East Chabal and Elm Street and set salaries and wages for FY24. The council also approved a road closure for the Big Grove 10th Anniversary event and an escrow release for the Trail Ridge Estates Lift Station. A resolution for sanitary sewer improvements on the 200 block of Main Street was tabled.

• Approved Resolution No. 23-26 for Chabal & Elm Street Water Main Improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-25 setting salaries/wages for FY24 (5-0)
• Approved $117,400.00 escrow release for Trail Ridge Estates Lift Station (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-24 for Big Grove 10th Anniversary road closure (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 480 to vacate an alley south of Lot 12, M.A. Randall’s Addition (5-0)
• Approved 5-day liquor license for Big Grove 10 year Anniversary (5-0)
• Approved Event Application and Lease for Bands for the Bird House (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Tabled Resolution No. 23-27 for Alley Sanitary Sewer Improvements for 200 Block Main Street

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance to vacate a 16-foot alley south of Lot 12 in M.A. Randall's Addition. They will also discuss a 3-year audit contract, a conditional use permit for a non-traditional home, a rezoning and subdivision at 1214 Hwy 1 NE, and resolutions for the Chabal and Elm Street water main improvements. The agenda includes routine consent items and a possible closed session on a real estate transaction.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance No. 480 to vacate 16-foot alley between 414 and 410 S. Market Street
• 3-year audit services contract with Kronlage & Olson, P.C.
• Conditional use permit for Jeff & Lisa Kaefring for non-traditional home on CILEK FIRST ADDITION OUTLOT A
• Rezoning (A to R) and subdivision of 1214 Hwy 1 NE (Kral) to create two parcels
• Resolution No. 23-22 designating ARPA funds for Chabal and Elm Street water main project

The City Council approved the use of ARPA funds for water main improvements on Chabal and Elm Streets and authorized the start of the construction process. Council also approved a three-year audit services contract and a conditional use permit for a non-traditional home. Other actions included approving a final pay estimate for the East Fifth Street project.

• Approved designating ARPA funds for Chabal/Elm Street Water Improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-23 to order construction and take bids for Chabal/Elm Street Water Main Improvements (5-0)
• Approved three-year audit services proposal from Kronlage & Olson (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Kaefring’s non-traditional home on Cilek First Addition Outlot A (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 480 to vacate a 16-foot alley south of Lot 12, M.A. Randall’s Addition (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-21 for Mile Fringe Area Rezoning and Subdivision of 1214 Hwy 1 NE (5-0)
• Approved final pay estimate of $34,834.00 for East Fifth Street Project (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Completion for East Fifth Street Reconstruction Project (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved final readings for ordinances amending water and sewer rates. The council also authorized road closures for Solon Beef Days and scheduled a public hearing for an alley vacation.

• Approved Ordinance No. 478 amending water service and utility deposit rates (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 479 amending sewer rates (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-19 for Solon Beef Days road closures July 20-23, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-20 to set a public hearing for alley vacation on June 21, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved extension to end of August for Windmill Estates playground equipment escrow agreement
• Approved consent agenda including building permits and liquor/cigarette renewals (4-0)

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a FY2023 budget amendment, then take possible action on second readings of ordinances raising water and sewer rates. The council will also discuss a school project update, an alley lease assignment, and several resolutions including a road closure for the Firefighters Breakfast.

• Public hearing and Resolution No. 23-16 for FY2023 budget amendment
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 478 amending water rates and utility deposit
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 479 amending sewer rates
• Resolution No. 23-17 closing road for Firefighters Breakfast on May 28, 2023
• Consent of lease assignment adjacent to 122 E. Main Street

The City Council passed two ordinances to increase water and sewer rates. Council also approved a budget amendment and a reduced lease rate for an alley assignment. A road closure for the Solon Firefighter Breakfast on May 28, 2023, was authorized.

• Approved Ordinance No. 478 increasing water rates and utility deposit to $150 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 479 increasing sewer rates (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-16 FY2023 Budget Amendment (4-0)
• Approved 50% reduced lease rate for one year for alley assignment to Sang Tran (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-17 road closure for Solon Firefighter Breakfast on May 28, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-18 updating depository resolution for CD investments (4-0)
• Approved beer and liquor license renewal for Casey’s 203 S. Market LE0003302 (4-0)

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold first readings of ordinances to raise water and sewer rates, discuss a revised sewer forgiveness policy, and consider a FY24 law enforcement agreement with the Johnson County Sheriff's Department. The agenda also includes routine reports, proclamations, and consent items.

• FY24 Law Enforcement Agreement with Johnson County Sheriff's Department
• Ordinance No. 478: water service rates and utility deposit amendment (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 479: sewer service rates amendment (first reading)
• Revised Sewer Forgiveness Policy
• IOWARN Mutual Aid Agreement for emergency preparedness

The Solon City Council approved first readings of ordinances raising water and sewer rates effective July 1, 2023, and adopted a new sewer forgiveness policy for new residential construction. The council also approved a FY24 law enforcement agreement with the Johnson County Sheriff's Department, including a $2/hour wage increase. All votes were unanimous 4-0.

• Approved FY24 Law Enforcement Agreement with Johnson County Sheriff's Department (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 478 increasing water rates (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 479 increasing sewer rates (4-0)
• Approved new sewer forgiveness policy: one-time $250 credit for first owners of new residential construction (4-0)
• Approved Mutual Aid Agreement for Emergency Preparedness (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, treasurer's report, and liquor license for American Legion (4-0)

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting the annual budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The meeting also includes a review of the FY23 third-quarter financial update and a decision on the city's contribution rate to family health insurance premiums. Additionally, the council will discuss participation in the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program and approve a road closure for an American Legion event.

• Resolution No. 23-13: Adoption of the FY24 annual budget
• Resolution No. 23-15: Setting the rate for family health insurance premium contributions
• Resolution No. 23-14: Road closure for the American Legion 'Salute the Troops' event on May 13, 2023
• Participation in the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program
• Approval of Beer and Liquor License for Palmer House Stable Class C Retail & Outdoor Service

The City Council approved the annual budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. Other actions included increasing health insurance contributions for family plans and authorizing the use of a cooperative purchasing program.

• Adopted FY24 annual budget via Resolution No. 23-13 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-15 increasing family health insurance contribution from $300 to $375 (5-0)
• Approved use of Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program (5-0)
• Approved road closure for American Legion 'Salute the Troops' event on May 13, 2023 (5-0)
• Denied motion to discontinue noon and 5 o'clock sirens (2-3)
• Approved Beer and Liquor License Class C Retail & Outdoor Service for Palmer House Stable (5-0)
• Approved Spartan Dash Event at SRNA for April 22, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved American Legion Lease for May 13, 2023 event (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Solon Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and special meeting to discuss and possibly act on a conditional use permit request from Windflower Properties/Jeff Miller. The request is for new contractor condominiums for industrial shop and garage use, including storage and limited retail, on Lots 4 & 5 in Fox Ridge Part One A, located in the C-G Commercial General District. The board will also handle routine items like approving the agenda and minutes from February 28, 2023.

• Conditional use permit request by Windflower Properties/Jeff Miller for contractor condominiums (industrial shop, garage, storage, limited retail) at Fox Ridge Part One A, Lots 4 & 5, C-G Commercial General District
• Public hearing and special meeting scheduled for April 10, 2023, 6:00 P.M. at Solon City Hall
• Approval of minutes from February 28, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution setting the FY24 maximum property tax levy and rate, followed by discussion and possible action on the FY24 budget. The council will also consider several contracts, pay estimates, and project items, including the recreation director contract, sewer improvements, and multiple construction payments.

• Public hearing and Resolution No. 23-12 for FY24 maximum property tax levy and rate
• FY24 budget discussion and possible action
• Fire House Pay Estimate No. 19 (retainage) for $185,708.36
• East Fifth Street Project Pay Estimate No. 9 for $68,145.78
• Tax abatement application from H&V Enterprises LLC for storage facility at 502 Windflower Lane

The City Council approved sewer improvements for the 200 block of Main Street, a curb and gutter project, and the East Main Street Improvement Project. The council also approved a tax abatement for storage units and a site plan amendment for South Slope Telecom.

• Approved 200 Block Main Street Sewer Improvement (5-0)
• Approved 2023 curb & gutter project with Kluesner (5-0)
• Approved East Main Street Improvement Project (5-0)
• Approved tax abatement for storage units at 502 Windflower Ln (5-0)
• Approved South Slope Telecom Building site plan amendment (5-0)
• Approved Recreation Director Contract (5-0)
• Approved Fire House pay estimates No. 17 ($6,216.80) and No. 19 (5-0)
• Approved East Fifth Street Project Change Order No. 7 ($3,076.83) and Pay Estimate No. 9 ($68,145.78) (5-0)

City Council

The Solon City Council will consider resolutions to approve the FY22 audit report and set wages for the Recreation Director. They will also discuss a building improvement quote for the Sheriff's Office substation at 223 S. Iowa St. and the FY24 budget. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items such as minutes, bills, permits, and licenses.

• Resolution No. 23-10 approving FY22 Audit Report by Kronlage and Olson P.C.
• Resolution No. 23-11 setting Recreation Director wages
• Building improvement quote for 223 S. Iowa St. for Sheriff's Office Solon Substation
• FY24 Budget discussion
• Beer and liquor license approval for RJZ Express (Special Class B Retail Native/Wine)

The City Council approved a construction quote for the remodel of 223 S. Iowa St and set the FY24 max levy at 10.99. Other actions included approving the FY22 audit report and setting wages for the new Recreation Director.

• Approved $138,440 Robison Construction quote for 223 S. Iowa St remodel (3-0)
• Approved max levy at 10.99 for FY24 budget (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-10 FY22 Audit Report (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-22 setting wages for Recreation Director Brodie Bohlen (3-0)
• Approved beer and liquor license for RJZ Express (3-0)
• Approved Optimist Club Easter Egg Hunt application for April 8, 2023 (3-0)

City Council

The Solon City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a work session on the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. The agenda includes only this budget discussion, with no other action items listed.

• FY24 budget work session

The Council held a work session to review FY24 budget rollbacks and potential department cuts. Members discussed setting the levy rate at 10.99. No formal votes were taken on the budget or levy rate during this meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)

City Council

The Solon City Council will discuss and possibly act on the FY24 budget, set a public hearing for the maximum levy, and consider several property requests. These include a setback variance for a deck and a conditional use permit for contractor condominiums. The meeting also includes routine reports and consent agenda items.

• Setback variance for enclosed deck at 709 Cedar Bend Drive (R-1 Residential)
• Conditional use permit for contractor condominiums in Fox Ridge Part One A, Lots 4 & 5 (C-G Commercial)
• Fire House Project Pay Estimate No. 18 for $639.54
• Community Center lease renewal for April 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024
• Resolution No. 23-09 to set FY24 maximum levy public hearing for April 5, 2023

The City Council approved a lease renewal for the community center and a rear yard setback variance for a residential property. The council also scheduled a public hearing for the FY24 maximum levy and approved a payment for the fire house project.

• Approved 10ft rear yard setback variance for 709 Cedar Bend Dr. (4-0)
• Approved Fire House Project pay estimate No. 18 for $639.54 (4-0)
• Approved Community Center Lease Renewal from April 1st to March 31, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-09 to set FY24 Maximum Levy public hearing for April 5, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including February 15 meeting minutes and building permits (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Solon Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and special meeting to consider two requests: a setback variance for an enclosed deck and a conditional use permit for contractor condominiums. The board may take action on both items after discussion.

• Setback variance request by Pat & Carol Richardson for an enclosed deck at 709 Cedar Bend Drive (R-1 Residential District)
• Conditional use permit request by Windflower Properties/Jeff Miller for contractor condominiums for industrial shop and garage use in Fox Ridge Part One A, Lots 4 & 5 (C-G Commercial General District)

City Council

The Solon City Council will consider a change-of-use request for 130 S Dubuque Street (Literary Hotel Bldg.) from commercial to assembly use, set a public hearing for the FY24 maximum levy, and discuss joining a Johnson County groundwater study. The council will also act on an East Fifth Street pay estimate of $12,699.12 and hold a work session on the FY24 budget.

• Change of Use Request for 130 S Dubuque Street (Literary Hotel Bldg.) from commercial to assembly use
• Resolution No. 23-08 to set FY24 Maximum Levy public hearing for March 1, 2023
• Discussion on participation in Johnson County USGS Ground Water Model Study of the Silurian Aquifer
• East Fifth Street Project Pay Estimate No. 8 in the amount of $12,699.12
• FY24 Budget work session

The City Council set a maximum tax levy of 11.05556 and scheduled a public hearing for March 1, 2023. The council also approved funding for a groundwater study and a street project pay estimate. A request to change the use of commercial units at 130 S. Dubuque to an event space was discussed but not decided.

• Approved maximum levy no higher than 11.05556 and set public hearing for March 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved $1,082.00 for the City's portion of the Johnson County Ground Water Model Study (5-0)
• Approved East Fifth Street Pay Estimate No. 8 for $12,699.12 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including February 1 meeting minutes, bills, and permits (5-0)

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold the third and final reading of Ordinance No. 477 to vacate portions of Rock, Elm, and Cedar Streets and alleys in Anders Second Addition, and consider a resolution to deed the vacated property to Kim Bulechek. The council will also review a second-quarter financial update and discuss the FY24 budget in a work session. Routine items include consent agenda approvals, reports from departments, and event permits.

• Ordinance No. 477: vacating portions of Rock, Elm, and Cedar Streets and alleys in Anders Second Addition (third reading)
• Resolution No. 23-07: directing mayor to execute deed to Kim Bulechek for vacated street/alley
• FY23 second quarter financial update
• FY24 budget work session
• Beer and liquor license approval for Blue Bird (LC0047950)

The City Council approved the final reading of Ordinance No. 477 to vacate portions of Rock, Elm, and Cedar Streets and Alleys. The Council also approved a resolution to execute a deed to Kim Bulechek related to the vacating of a street/alley.

• Approved third and final reading of Ordinance No. 477 to vacate portions of Rock, Elm and Cedar Streets and Alleys in Anders Second Addition (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-07 directing Mayor to execute deed to Kim Bulechek for vacating street/alley (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including January 18 and January 25 meeting minutes, bills, treasurer's report, building permits, and liquor license renewal LC0047950 for Blue Bird (5-0)
• Approved event applications for Lake MacBride Fat Tire Race 2/11/23 and Bone Dash 10/14/23 (5-0)

City Council

The Solon City Council convened a special meeting on January 25, 2023, specifically to hold a work session on the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. No other substantive items were listed on the tentative agenda, which consisted of procedural calls to order and adjournment.

• FY24 Budget work session

The City Council conducted a work session to review the FY 24 Budget, including expenditures, debt payments, and a proposed levy rate of 10.9734. No formal votes were taken on the budget or water/sewer rates.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 18, 2023, with several action items. They will consider second reading of an ordinance to vacate streets and alleys in Anders Second Addition, and will discuss and possibly act on the fire house project's substantial completion, lease commencement, deed acceptance for the former fire station, connection fee adjustments, and a change order. The council will also set a public hearing for the FY24 maximum levy and hold a work session on the FY24 budget.

• Ordinance No. 477: vacating portions of Rock, Elm, and Cedar Streets and Alleys in Anders Second Addition (second reading)
• Fire House Certificate of Substantial Completion and Resolution No. 23-03 for lease commencement
• Resolution No. 23-04: Acceptance of Deed for 131 N. Iowa Street (former fire station)
• Resolution No. 23-05: Connection Fee Adjustment for 2023
• Fire House Project Change Order No. 48 in the amount of $830.02

Council approved the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the fire house and a lease agreement for the facility. The council also vacated portions of three streets and alleys and adjusted connection fees.

• Approved Ordinance No. 477 vacating portions of Rock, Elm, and Cedar Streets and Alleys (4-0)
• Approved Fire House Certificate of Substantial Completion with $27,100 punch list cost (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-03 for Solon Fire House Lease Agreement commencement date (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-04 accepting deed for 131 N. Street (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-05 for connection fee adjustment (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-06 setting FY24 Maximum Levy public hearing for Feb 15, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Fire House Project Change Order No. 48 for $830.02 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewal for El Sol (4-0)

City Council

The City Council conducted a work session to review the budget process, reserve accounts, and capital equipment. No substantive policy or spending decisions were made during this meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to vacate portions of Rock, Elm, and Cedar Streets and alleys in Anders Second Addition. They will also discuss and possibly act on a development agreement and site plan for a South Slope Cooperative telecom facility, set the Recreation Director's wage, and begin FY24 budget discussions.

• Public hearing on vacating portions of Rock, Elm, and Cedar Streets and alleys in Anders Second Addition
• Development Agreement with South Slope Cooperative for Telecom facility
• Resolution No. 23-01 for South Slope Telecom Building site plan
• Ordinance No. 475 vacating certain platted streets and alleys in Anders Second Addition
• Resolution No. 23-02 setting salary/wage for Recreation Director

The City Council approved a development agreement and site plan for a South Slope Telecom building. The council also passed the first reading of an ordinance to vacate specific streets and alleys and set the wage for the Recreation Director.

• Approved development agreement for South Slope Cooperative including future sidewalks (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-01 for South Slope Telecom Building site plan (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 477 to vacate streets and alleys in Anders Second Addition (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-02 setting the wage for the Recreation Director (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including board appointments and December 21, 2022 minutes (5-0)