Solon public meetings in 2024

City Council

The council will discuss and possibly take action on a change of use for the property at 220 S. Dubuque St. to house Briar Ridge Bikes. They will also consider approving the list of bills on a revised schedule due to a meeting date change and view a video presentation on the new wastewater treatment facility. Committee reports include updates on a Stinocher Street survey, a utility forgiveness request, long-term debt review, and more.

• Change of use – Briar Ridge Bikes at 220 S. Dubuque St.
• List of bills approval (schedule adjustment due to meeting date change)
• Presentation of New Wastewater Treatment Facility Information Video
• Committee updates: Stinocher Street survey, utility forgiveness request, long-term debt review, COLA/Personnel, JCC Church/Annexation
• Cathy Noska appointment to Planning and Zoning Commission

The Solon City Council approved a change of use for Briar Ridge Bikes to relocate to 220 S. Dubuque St., formerly Alyce's Sirius Styling. The council also approved paying city bills before the January 8, 2025 meeting, and approved the consent agenda including minutes, bills, and a reappointment. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussions on the wastewater treatment facility video and other updates.

• Approved change of use for Briar Ridge Bikes at 220 S. Dubuque St. (5-0)
• Approved paying city bills before January 8, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, treasurer's report, transfers, building permits, and reappointment of Cathy Noska to Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider final readings for two ordinances regarding zoning changes. Members will also discuss a final plat for Spartan Hollow Part 2 and capital improvement planning.

• Ordinance No. 488: Rezoning Fox Ridge Part One A Lot 4 and Lot 5 from C-G Commercial General to R-3 Residential for senior housing
• Ordinance No. 489: Approval of the City Zoning Map Update 2024
• Resolution No. 24-39: Spartan Hollow Part 2 Final Plat in the 2-mile Fringe Area
• Capital Improvement Planning discussion
• Stinocher Street property survey

The Solon City Council approved the third and final readings of Ordinance No. 488 (rezoning Fox Ridge Part OneA Lots 4 and 5) and Ordinance No. 489 (2024 zoning map update), both by 4-0 votes. The council also approved Resolution No. 24-39 for the Spartan Hollow Part 2 final plat in the 2-mile fringe area. The consent agenda, including minutes, bills, and an event application for the 8th Annual Lake MacBride Fat Tire Classic, was approved 4-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussion of future planning items.

• Approved third reading of Ordinance No. 488 rezoning Fox Ridge Part OneA Lots 4 and 5 (4-0)
• Approved third reading of Ordinance No. 489 approving 2024 zoning map update (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-39 for Spartan Hollow Part 2 final plat (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, treasurer's report, transfers, building permits, and event application for Fat Tire Classic (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will review and take possible action on a rezoning application for Trail Ridge Estates Part 3A. The body will also review and comment on the preliminary plat for the same project.

• Rezoning application for Trail Ridge Estates Part 3A
• Preliminary Plat for Trail Ridge Estates Part 3A

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold a second reading and possible action on Ordinance No. 488 to rezone Fox Ridge Part OneA Lot 4 and Lot 5 from commercial to residential for a senior housing development. The council will also take up second reading of Ordinance No. 489 for the city zoning map update, discuss a sidewalk inspection program, and approve several fiscal reports including the Street Finance Report and TIF certification for FY26.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 488 rezoning Fox Ridge Part OneA Lot 4 and Lot 5 for senior housing
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 489 updating the city zoning map
• Discussion and possible action on Sidewalk Inspection Program update
• Approval of Resolution No. 24-35 Street Finance Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024
• Approval of TIF Certification for FY26

Board of Adjustment

The Solon Board of Adjustment is holding a public hearing and special meeting. The board will discuss and potentially act on a variance request regarding the location of an accessory shed.

• Side yard location variance request by Colton Krumm for an accessory shed at 1102 High Ridge Trail

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance to rezone Fox Ridge Part OneA Lots 4 & 5 from commercial to residential for a senior housing development. Other business includes a site plan amendment for North Market Square Phase 2, an updated city zoning map, and a hearing on an animal order removal. Routine reports and consent agenda items (minutes, bills, license renewals) are also scheduled.

• Rezoning for senior housing at Fox Ridge Lots 4 & 5 (first reading of Ordinance 488)
• Conditional zoning agreement for senior housing development
• First reading of Ordinance 489 for 2024 city zoning map update
• North Market Square Phase 2 site plan amendment
• Sara Towne animal order removal hearing

City Council

The Solon City Council will consider Resolution No. 24-32 approving the Trail Ridge Estates Part 2 final plat and discuss the concept for Part 3. They will also discuss possible action on purchasing a Ford F150 Supercrew. Consent agenda includes minutes, bills, treasurer's report, building permits, and a special event.

• Resolution No. 24-32 for Trail Ridge Estates Part 2 Final Plat
• Discussion of Trail Ridge Estates Part 3 Concept
• Possible purchase of Ford F150 Supercrew (no dollar amount listed)
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes, bills, treasurer's report, building permits
• Event permit for Girls on the Run of Eastern Iowa Fall 5K

City Council

The Solon City Council will meet for a regular session with routine consent items and reports. Notable discussions include an update on the new wastewater treatment plant from the city engineer and a committee report on Jordan Creek Church. The council will also consider entering a closed session per Iowa Code regarding a real estate transaction.

• Closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(j) for real estate transaction discussion
• Update on New Wastewater Treatment Plant from City Engineer
• Committee report on Jordan Creek Church under Building Needs/Growth
• Discussion of SRNA 28E Agreement Draft for City/School committee
• Routine consent agenda including minutes, bills, treasurer's report, building permits

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Solon Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to review and possibly act on a rezoning application from Solon State Bank. The application seeks to rezone Fox Ridge Part OneA Lots 4 and 5 from C-G to R-3 to allow a non-profit senior housing development. The commission will also review and comment on a proposed update to the Zoning Map.

• Rezoning application for Fox Ridge Part OneA Lot 4 and Lot 5 from C-G to R-3 for non-profit senior housing
• Zoning Map update review and comment

City Council

The City Council will discuss and potentially act on a five-year law enforcement agreement with the Johnson County Sheriff's Office. The body will also review a plat for the Shagbark Acres 2nd Addition. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a real estate transaction.

• Johnson County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement 5 Year Agreement
• Resolution No. 24-31: Preliminary and Final Plat for Shagbark Acres 2nd Addition
• Event Application: Homecoming Parade 9/25/24
• Proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month October 2024
• Proclamation for Trick or Treating on Oct. 31, 2024

The Solon City Council approved a 5-year law enforcement agreement with the Johnson County Sheriff's Office, which sets annual rates and gradually increases hours. The council also approved a preliminary and final plat for Shagbark Acres 2nd Addition, and issued proclamations for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Trick or Treat night.

• Approved Johnson County Sheriff's Office 5-year law enforcement agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-31 for Shagbark Acres 2nd Addition preliminary and final plat (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, treasurer's report, building permits, and Homecoming Parade event application (4-0)
• Proclaimed October 2024 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Proclaimed October 31, 2024, 5-7 pm as Trick or Treat night

City Council

The Solon City Council will discuss and possibly act on Resolution No. 24-30, a Johnson County Conditional Use Permit request for a dwelling unit at 4603 180th Street NE. Other items include a Gallery Acres West Operations Agreement, a project extension for Solon Hardware Store, and approvals for beer and liquor license renewals. The meeting also includes updates from the fire department, sheriff's office, and public works, as well as a new wastewater treatment plant update.

• Resolution No. 24-30: Conditional Use Permit request from Adam and Amanda Stahle for a dwelling unit at 4603 180th Street NE
• Gallery Acres West Operations Agreement – council discussion and possible action
• Solon Hardware Store – project extension for repairs
• Beer and liquor license approvals: Sam's Main Street Market (automatic renewal) and Big Grove Brewery (ownership update)
• Employee recognition: Alexis Kurth – 5-year service award

The Solon City Council approved the Gallery Acres West Operations Agreement, which outlines water main ownership, maintenance responsibilities, and repair procedures. The council also approved a project extension for the Solon Hardware Store and a conditional use permit for an accessory building. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Gallery Acres West Operations Agreement (5-0)
• Approved extension to October 4, 2024 for Solon Hardware Store completion (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-30 for Johnson County Conditional Use Permit – Stahle (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewals and event applications (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a road closure for Buff's GameDay Octoberfest and a final pay estimate for a water main project. The body will also review land use requests and variances for local properties.

• Resolution No. 24-29 for road closure for Buff's GameDay Octoberfest on September 28, 2024
• Final Pay Estimate No. 7 for Chabal & Elm Street Water Main Project in the amount of $26,115.70
• Rear yard setback variance for Scott and Christina Hamm for an enclosed deck
• Conditional use permit and change of use request for Eric Waddell at 100 Windflower
• Beer and liquor license approvals for Sam's Main Street Market and JCB Services LLC

The Solon City Council approved a road closure for Buff's Octoberfest, an 18-foot rear yard setback variance for Hamm's deck enclosure, a conditional use permit and change of use for Eric Waddell to rent storage space in the Empire Fitness building for sports club practices, and the final pay estimate for the Chabal & Elm Street Water Main Project. The council also tabled Sam's Main Street Market's auto renewal license for future discussion and approved the consent agenda minus that item.

• Approved Resolution No. 24-29 road closure for Buff's Octoberfest (5-0)
• Approved 18ft rear yard setback variance for Hamm's deck enclosure (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Waddell to rent storage space for sports clubs (5-0)
• Approved change of use for Empire Fitness building storage space to rental for sports practices (5-0)
• Approved final pay estimate No. 7 for Chabal & Elm Street Water Main Project (5-0)
• Tabled Sam's Main Street Market auto renewal license for future discussion
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, permits, and event applications (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Solon Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and special meeting to discuss and possibly act on two variance requests and one change-of-use application. Items include a setback variance to enclose an existing deck, a request to convert storage space into rental business space, and a garage accessory dwelling unit proposal.

• Setback variance request by Scott and Christina Hamm to enclose an existing deck at 700 Cedar Bend Drive in R-1 Residential District.
• Change of use request by Eric Waddell from storage space to rental business space at 100 Windflower Lane in I-L Light Industrial District.
• Request by Jason Kollar for a garage accessory dwelling unit at 333 S. Dubuque Street in R-1 Residential District.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on designating an expanded Solon Urban Renewal Area and consider Resolution 24-26 to establish it and approve a plan amendment. They will also consider a third reading of Ordinance 487 amending water and sewer ordinances, a forgivable loan agreement to Thomas Trump, and several administrative items including a wage resolution, fire clerk contract, and audit engagement. A closed session is planned for a real estate transaction.

• Public hearing on expanded Solon Urban Renewal Area designation and plan amendment
• Third and final reading of Ordinance 487 (water and sewer zoning revisions)
• Resolution 24-27: Economic Development Forgivable Loan Agreement to Thomas Trump
• Chabal & Elm Street Water Main Project: Pay Estimate No. 6 ($3,277.50) and Certificate of Completion
• Resolution 24-28 setting wage for Public Works Specialist II position

The Solon City Council approved Resolution No. 24-27 authorizing a $55,000 Economic Development Forgivable Loan Agreement to Tom Trump, despite concerns about the August 31 deadline. The council also approved the third and final reading of Ordinance No. 487 (water and sewer revisions), Resolution No. 24-26 (urban renewal area), and several other items including a pay estimate, certificate of completion, wage resolution, fire agency contract, and audit services. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved $55,000 forgivable loan to Tom Trump (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 487 water and sewer revisions (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-26 urban renewal area (4-0)
• Approved Pay Estimate No. 6 for $3,277.50 (4-0)
• Approved Chabal & Elm Street Water Main Project Certificate of Completion (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-28 setting wage for new employee Jacob See (4-0)
• Approved Fire Agency Clerk Contract (4-0)
• Approved Kronlage and Olson P.C. for FY24 audit services (4-0)

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold second reading of Ordinance 487 revising water and sewer zoning codes, discuss a proposed senior housing concept from Senior Housing Consultants, and consider a site plan amendment for 200 E Main Street. A resolution will set a public hearing date for the expanded urban renewal area and plan amendment. The council also plans a closed session to evaluate the city administrator and will set FY25 employee salaries.

• Second reading of Ordinance 487 (water and sewer ordinance revisions)
• Proposed senior housing concept by Senior Housing Consultants
• Site plan amendment for 200 E Main Street (Palmer House)
• Resolution No. 24-24 setting Aug 7 public hearing for expanded urban renewal area and plan amendment
• Closed session to evaluate city administrator (Chapter 21.5(i))

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Solon Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to review the Urban Renewal Amendment 2024. The commission is scheduled to provide comments on this amendment.

• Review and comment on Urban Renewal Amendment 2024

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold a joint meeting with the Solon School Board to discuss various city and school projects. The council is also scheduled to take final readings on ordinances regarding water rates, sewer rates, and zoning for fences and walls. Additionally, members will discuss a new mixed-use building concept at 920 Market Street.

• Final reading of Ordinance No. 484 regarding zoning for fences, easements, and retaining walls
• Final reading of Ordinance No. 485 regarding water rate amendments
• Final reading of Ordinance No. 486 regarding sewer rates and sewer debt fees
• Discussion of a mixed-use building concept at 920 Market Street
• Resolution to set a July 17, 2024, public hearing for the expanded Solon Urban Renewal Area

City Council

The Solon City Council will review second readings for ordinances regarding water rates, sewer rates, and zoning code amendments. The council will also discuss a law enforcement agreement with the Johnson County Sheriff's Office. Additionally, the agenda includes updates on the new wastewater treatment plant.

• Ordinance No. 484 amending zoning for fences, easements, and retaining walls
• Ordinance No. 485 regarding water rate amendments
• Ordinance No. 486 regarding sewer rates and sewer debt fees
• Law enforcement agreement with Johnson County Sheriff's Office effective July 1, 2024
• Height variance for a three-story mixed use building by Eric Waddell

Board of Adjustment

The Solon Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and special meeting to discuss two variance requests. The board will determine if exceptions to city codes are granted for a mixed-use building and a residential deck.

• Height variance request for a three-story mixed-use commercial building at 920 S Market Street
• Variance request to replace and enclose a rear deck at 331 W Sovers Street

City Council

The Solon City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the FY24 budget. The council also plans to discuss new ordinances for water and sewer rates, along with zoning updates for fences and walls.

• Public hearing for the FY24 Budget Amendment
• Ordinance No. 485 amending water rates
• Ordinance No. 486 amending sewer rates and sewer debt fee
• TIF funding request for Solon Hardware Store
• Change of use request for 130 S. Dubuque Street

City Council

The Solon City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance regarding parking regulations and noise. The council will also discuss a purchase agreement for property intended for downtown development. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on the new wastewater treatment plant.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 483 regarding parking and noise regulations
• Purchase agreement discussion for 121 N Iowa Street
• FY24 3rd Quarter Financial Update
• Approval of beer and liquor licenses
• New Wastewater Treatment Plant update

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Solon Planning & Zoning Commission will review the preliminary plat for Trail Ridge Estates Part 3. The commission will also consider draft amendments to the zoning code regarding building height and easement setbacks.

• Trail Ridge Estates Part 3 Preliminary Plat
• Zoning code ordinance amendments for easement setbacks and building height

City Council

The City Council will consider a lease renewal for the Community Center with Solon Schools. The body will also discuss contracts for a Fire Agency Clerk and the Finance Officer's wage.

• Community Center Lease Renewal with Solon Schools
• Fire Agency Clerk Contract
• Resolution No. 24-15 and 24-16 for street closures on May 25 and June 29, 2024
• Resolution No. 24-17 setting the Finance Officer position wage
• Ordinance No. 483 amending parking regulations regarding noise

City Council

The City Council will discuss and potentially act on setting a public hearing for the FY25 Budget. The meeting also includes a project update on the new wastewater plant and a discussion regarding a high school baseball scoreboard.

• Resolution No. 24-14 to set a public hearing for the FY25 Budget on April 24, 2024
• Discussion and possible action on a new scoreboard for the High School Baseball Field at SNRA
• New Wastewater Plant Project Update
• Event applications for Spartan Dash (April 27), Weekend Warrior Event (May 25), and Chains Interrupted (June 22)
• Closed session regarding a real estate transaction

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the property tax levy for the FY25 budget.

• Public hearing for FY25 Budget Property Tax Levy

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Solon Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on March 26, 2024, to review Ordinance No. 483. The draft ordinance proposes amendments to the zoning code regarding easement setbacks and building height requirements. These rules typically dictate where structures can be placed on a lot and how tall they may be, which affects property owners and developers in Solon. The commission will discuss the draft and may take action during this meeting.

• Ordinance No. 483: Review and possible action on zoning code amendments for easement setbacks and building height requirements

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a Sewer Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement. The council may take action on Resolution No. 24-13 to authorize a $3,000,000 Sewer Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement Anticipation Project Note.

• Public hearing on Sewer Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement
• Resolution No. 24-13 for a $3,000,000 Sewer Revenue Loan Anticipation Project Note
• Solon Fire Department Street Dance scheduled for August 24, 2024

City Council

The City Council will discuss a resolution to set a public hearing for a sewer revenue loan. The body is also considering the final reading of a zoning ordinance for a parcel owned by Raymond Greazel. Other items include a project update for the new wastewater plant.

• Resolution No. 24-12: Proposal to borrow up to $3,000,000 via a Sewer Revenue Loan
• Ordinance No. 482: Third and final reading for zoning of a parcel related to Watts Group Development
• Beer and liquor license approval for RJZ Express LG0000415
• New Wastewater Plant Project update
• Public hearing date of March 20, 2024 for the sewer loan proposal

City Council

The Solon City Council will discuss and possibly act on several financial items, including a $3 million sewer revenue loan, an ARPA allocation for a water main project, and setting a public hearing for the FY25 property tax levy. They will also hold the second reading of a zoning ordinance for an annexed parcel related to the Watts Group Development. The meeting includes routine approvals, reports, and a closed session for a real estate transaction.

• Ordinance No. 482 second reading: zoning for annexed parcel owned by Raymond Greazel, related to Watts Group Development
• Resolution No. 24-09: set March 6, 2024 public hearing for $3,000,000 Sewer Revenue Loan
• Resolution No. 24-10: ARPA allocation of $402,216.71 for Chabal Elm Water Main Project
• Resolution No. 24-11: set April 3, 2024 public hearing for FY25 Budget Property Tax Levy
• Resolution No. 24-08: approve FY23 Audit Report by Kronlage and Olson P.C.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and discuss the annexation of a parcel owned by Raymond Greazel for the Watts Group Development. The body will also review construction plans for Trail Ridge Estates Part 2 and a 2024 wage range update.

• Public hearing on annexation of Raymond Greazel parcel for Watts Group Development
• Resolution No. 24-07 regarding 2024 Wage Range Update and Wage Adjustments
• Trail Ridge Estates Part 2 Construction Plans
• Ordinance No. 481 regarding Solon Code of Ordinance codification
• NLC Service Line Warranty Program and Marketing Agreement

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Solon Planning and Zoning Commission will review potential changes to the zoning code. The meeting includes discussions on building height requirements, accessory dwelling units, and easement setbacks for fences and retaining walls.

• Review of building height requirement in zoning code
• Review of zoning code pertaining to accessory dwelling units
• Review of easement setbacks for fences and retaining walls

City Council

The Solon City Council is holding a special meeting for a work session. The primary focus of the meeting is the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget.

• FY 25 Budget work session

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and discuss an amendment to the Solon Urban Renewal Area for a new wastewater treatment plant project. The meeting also includes discussions on a sheriff's office substation and 2024 connection fee adjustments.

• Public hearing and Resolution No. 24-02 regarding Solon Urban Renewal Area amendment for new wastewater treatment plant
• Memorandum of Understanding for Johnson County Sheriff's Office Solon Substation at 223 S. Iowa Street
• Resolution No. 24-03 to dedicate the Solon Substation as the Steven R. Stange Public Safety Building
• Resolution No. 24-04 regarding 2024 Connection Fee Adjustment
• Ordinance No. 481 to amend various chapters of the Solon Code of Ordinance

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting for a work session. The primary focus of the meeting is the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget.

• Work session on Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget

City Council

The City Council will discuss and potentially take action on the final plat and municipal improvement agreement for the Oak Meadow Subdivision. The body will also consider purchases for Public Works and a final payment for sewer improvements.

• Resolution No. 24-01: Final Plat for Oak Meadow Subdivision in 2-Mile Fringe Area
• Municipal Improvement Agreement for Oak Meadow Subdivision
• Alley Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project Pay Estimate No. 2 for $4,428.98
• Purchase of John Deere tractor and John Deere Gator for Public Works
• Ordinance amendments to the Solon Code of Ordinance for codification