Urbandale public meetings in 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on amending the Comprehensive Plan and rezoning 10841 Douglas Avenue from a Highway Commercial District to a Planned Unit Development to permit a residential apartment building. A separate public hearing will consider a commercial bakery use at Lot 1, Colby Woods North Plat 2 (3303 86th Street). The commission will also review site plans for a Hy‑Vee nitrogen tank at 3303 86th Street and for 2026 improvements to Walnut Hills Elementary School at 4240 156th Street, followed by staff reports and commissioner items.

• 10841 Douglas Avenue – amendment and rezoning to Planned Unit Development for apartments (Case No. 010-2025-02.01)
• Colby Woods – Lot 1, Colby Woods North Plat 2 – permit commercial bakery operation (Case No. 010-1973-02.02.27)
• Hy‑Vee nitrogen tank – site plan review (Site Plan No. 012-1989-03.02)
• Walnut Hills Elementary School – 2026 site improvements (Site Plan No. 012-2003-16.02)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the November 24, 2025 meeting minutes. After a public hearing on 10841 Douglas Avenue, the commission voted to approve the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and rezoning of the parcel from Highway Commercial to Planned Unit Development. The motion to close the public hearing and the final approval both passed unanimously.

• Approved November 24, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Closed public hearing on 10841 Douglas Avenue (6-0)
• Approved amendment and rezoning of 10841 Douglas Avenue to PUD (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission will meet electronically to approve the November 2025 meeting minutes and the Recreation Supervisor certified list. The meeting is held at City Hall due to scheduling constraints.

• Approve Commission Minutes – November 20, 2025
• Approve Recreation Supervisor Certified List
• Meeting held electronically at City Hall, 3600 86th Street

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission approved the meeting agenda, the November 20, 2025 minutes, and the Recreation Supervisor Certified List. All three motions passed unanimously with two votes in favor and none against. Commissioner Beth Freeman was absent for each vote.

• Approved agenda (2-0)
• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved Recreation Supervisor Certified List (2-0)

Public Art Committee

The Urbandale Public Art Committee will review updates on recent public‑art projects, including the Miracle on 86th Street and Walker Johnston Creek Access. The committee will hear a Library Foundation grant request and a BRAVO grant update. Action items include a decision on the BRAVO grant commitment and the election of officers for 2026. The meeting also includes routine reports and planning for 2026.

• Recap of Miracle on 86th Street
• Walker Johnston Creek Access public art update
• Library Foundation grant request
• BRAVO grant update and commitment (action required)
• 2026 officer elections (action required)

The Public Art Committee unanimously approved the finance report and previous minutes. It approved a $5,000 Library Foundation grant for an artist‑in‑residence program and acknowledged receipt of a $50,000 BRAVO grant. The committee also approved up to $35,000 of CIP funds for the Boesen Park entrance artwork and confirmed the 2026 officer elections.

• Approved previous meeting minutes and finance report (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 Library Foundation grant for artist‑in‑residence program (unanimous)
• Acknowledged receipt of $50,000 BRAVO grant for Boesen Park entrance art (unanimous)
• Approved up to $35,000 CIP funding for Boesen Park entrance artwork (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 officer elections: Chair Matt Scheetz, Vice Chair Sean Dengler, Secretary Kurtis Wolgast, Finance Carol Holmquist (unanimous)

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The Urbandale Sanitary Sewer District will hold a public hearing on the intention to convey a pipe to the WRA and consider that conveyance. A separate public hearing will review proposed plans, specifications, contract form, cost estimate, and bids for the trunk sewer extension south of Aurora to Meredith Drive, and consider awarding Contract 1. The regular meeting will also address roll call, approval of minutes and bills, attorney updates on finances, upcoming budget sessions, and various sewer projects. The meeting will adjourn with the next regular meeting set for January 13, 2026.

• Public hearing on intention to convey pipe to the WRA
• Public hearing on plans, specs, contract form, and bids for trunk sewer extension south of Aurora to Meredith Drive (Contract 1)
• Update on Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Update on Merle Hay Rd Lift Station‑Force Main Replacement Project
• Discussion of ordinance on connection fees

Planning & Zoning Commission

No meeting was held on December 8, 2025. The agenda lists items scheduled for the next meeting on December 22, 2025, regarding rezoning, a PUD amendment, and site plans.

• Public hearing for rezoning 10841 Douglas Avenue from C-H to PUD for a residential apartment building
• Public hearing for PUD Master Plan amendment at 3303 86th Street to allow a commercial bakery
• Hy-Vee Nitrogen Tank site plan at 3303 86th Street
• Walnut Hills Elementary School 2026 Site Improvements site plan at 4240 156th Street

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for December 3, 2025 was not held. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The next meeting is set for January 7, 2026 at 5:30 pm.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for the Timberline Village/Knapp Property. The body will also review a building addition site plan and a wall material amendment for Merle Hay Mall.

• Public hearing: Rezoning Timberline Village/Knapp Property (128th Street and Aurora Avenue) from A-1 Agricultural Reserve to R-1S Suburban Density Single Family District
• Site Plan No. 012-1997-19.02: SACMI, USA building addition at 3434 106th Circle
• Site Plan No. 012-1972-25.02: Amendment to western wall materials at Merle Hay Mall (3800 Merle Hay Road)
• Discussion of amendments to the Zoning Code

The commission approved the November 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to close the public hearing on the Timberline Village/Knapp Property rezoning from A‑1 to R‑1S. It also approved the SACMI, USA building addition site plan, subject to staff‑recommended conditions.

• Approved November 10, 2025 minutes (6‑0)
• Closed public hearing on Timberline Village/Knapp Property rezoning (6‑0)
• Approved SACMI, USA building addition site plan, subject to staff conditions (6‑0)

Merle Hay Joint 28E Board

The Merle Hay Reinvestment District Joint 28E Board will convene via WebEx to approve the submission of an amendment request to the Iowa Economic Development Authority and review previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of October 31, 2025 meeting minutes
• Resolution 2025-03: Approving submission of an amendment request to the Iowa Economic Development Authority
• Administrator Report
• Meeting held via WebEx Call

Civil Service Commission

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission will meet electronically to review and approve personnel lists. The body is tasked with certifying candidates for specific city roles.

• Approval of Police Officer Certified List
• Approval of Staff Engineer Certified List

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda, the November 6, 2025 minutes, the Police Officer Certified List, and the Staff Engineer Certified List. All motions were carried with two votes in favor and none against. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (2-0)
• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved Police Officer Certified List (2-0)
• Approved Staff Engineer Certified List (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Urbandale Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to select sculptures for the 2026-27 Art Park Exhibition. The body will also review minutes from the October 15, 2025, meeting.

• Selection of 2026-27 Art Park Exhibition sculptures

The commission approved the October 15, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the Public Art Committee's recommendations for the 2026‑27 Urbandale Art Park Exhibition, selecting four sculptures. No other actions were taken.

• Approved October 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous, no nays)
• Approved 2026‑27 Art Park Exhibition selections (unanimous, no nays)

Civil Rights Commission

The Urbandale Civil Rights Commission will meet electronically to approve the agenda, discuss a Human Rights Day proclamation and op-ed, and consider the FY2026-27 budget request.

• Approval of the agenda
• Human Rights Day Proclamation
• Human Rights Day Op-Ed
• FY2026-27 Budget Request
• Commissioner Items

With a quorum present, the commission approved its meeting agenda. It voted to allow the commission to sign the Human Rights Day op‑ed piece. The commissioners agreed to request the FY2025‑26 budget amounts for FY2026‑27 pending further direction.

• Approved agenda (ayes: Snyder, Robinette, Ehlizevak)
• Approved commission to sign Human Rights Day op‑ed (ayes: Snyder, Robinette, Ehlizevak)
• Decided to request FY2025‑26 budget amounts for FY2026‑27 (consensus)
• Agreed to hold a special meeting in January to discuss City Attorney replies

Human Services Committee

The Urbandale Human Services Committee will meet electronically on November 13, 2025 because a quorum cannot be assembled in person. The agenda includes a call to order, presentations and discussion of the Policy Charter Document, and adjournment. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

The committee decided not to use the online ranking tool to prioritize the three subcommittee policy charter proposals, stating they were equally important. It also cancelled the meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025, and staff will update the meeting invite. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Declined to rank policy charter proposals (no vote recorded)
• Cancelled December 11, 2025 meeting (no vote recorded)

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The board will review the audited financial report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. Members will discuss ordinances regarding connection fees and the foundation drain disconnection program. The meeting includes updates on several trunk sewer and lift station projects.

• Discussion of Ordinance on Connection Fees
• Discussion of Ordinance on Foundation Drain Disconnection Program
• Approval of Pay Estimate No. 11 for Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Resolution on Intention to Convey Pipe to the WRA and setting of a public hearing
• Presentation of the Audited Financial Report for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will continue a public hearing on rezoning the Timberline Village/Knapp Property from A-1 Agricultural Reserve to R-1S Suburban Density Single Family at 128th Street and Aurora Avenue. It will also hear a petition to amend the Day’s Run West PUD Master Plan to allow an overnight pet boarding facility at 4500‑4590 128th Street. Final plats will be approved for Urbandale Marketplace III (10993 Meredith Drive), Mallard Prairie (174th Street and Hickory Drive), and Acadia (Centennial Blvd. and Hickory Lane). Staff will present proposed amendments to the Zoning Code, and commissioners may address additional items.

• Rezoning “Timberline Village/Knapp Property” from A-1 to R-1S (128th St & Aurora Ave) – public hearing continued
• Amendment to Day’s Run West PUD Master Plan for Lots 2‑3 to permit overnight pet boarding (4500‑4590 128th St) – public hearing
• Final Plat approval for Urbandale Marketplace III Plat 5 (10993 Meredith Drive)
• Final Plat approval for Mallard Prairie Plat 5 (174th St & Hickory Drive)
• Final Plat approval for Acadia Plat 4 (Centennial Blvd. & Hickory Lane)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting. It also voted to postpone the public hearing on the Timberline Village/Knapp Property rezoning (A‑1 to R‑1S) until the next commission meeting on November 24, 2025.

• Approved October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (all commissioners voted aye, motion carried)
• Continued Timberline Village/Knapp Property rezoning hearing to Nov 24, 2025 (all commissioners voted aye, motion carried)

Civil Service Commission

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission will formally approve its agenda and the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting. It will also decide on the revised recruitment plan for the Recreation Supervisor position at the Senior Recreation Center. The meeting is conducted electronically with an option for in‑person public viewing.

• Approve agenda
• Approve commission minutes – October 16, 2025
• Approve revised recruitment plan for Recreation Supervisor at Senior Recreation Center

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission approved the meeting agenda and the October 16, 2025 minutes. It also approved the revised recruitment plan for the Recreation Supervisor position. All motions passed unanimously with two votes in favor and none against.

• Approved agenda (2-0)
• Approved October 16, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved Recreation Supervisor Revised Recruitment Plan (2-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment did not hold a meeting on November 5, 2025, and there were no pending items. The next scheduled meeting is on December 3, 2025 at 5:30 pm.

Merle Hay Joint 28E Board

The Merle Hay Reinvestment District Joint 28E Board will meet electronically to conduct business. The primary action is the approval of the 2025 Merle Hay IRA Annual Report.

• Approval of 2025 Merle Hay IRA Annual Report
• Approval of August 20, 2025 meeting minutes

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The Urbandale Sanitary Sewer District will consider a resolution to convey a pipe to the WRA and schedule a public hearing on the conveyance. The board will also discuss ordinances for a foundation drain disconnection program and connection fees. Updates will be provided on several sewer projects and on financial matters, including the FY ending June 30, 2025 audit.

• Resolution on intention to convey pipe to the WRA and setting of a public hearing
• Discussion of ordinance on foundation drain disconnection program
• Discussion of ordinance on connection fees
• Update on Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Update on Merle Hay Rd Lift Station-Force Main Replacement Project

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hear public testimony on three rezoning cases and an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding buffer yards. The meeting also includes site plan reviews for a Sikh temple and a dental office.

• Rezone Timberline Village/Knapp Property (128th Street and Aurora Avenue) to R-1S
• Rezone Lorey Property (16103 Douglas Parkway) to R-1S
• Amend Zoning Ordinance Section 160.27 regarding buffer yards
• Site Plan for Iowa Sikh Gurudwara (11000 Douglas Avenue)
• Site Plan for Urbandale Family Dentistry (10922 Meredith Drive)

The commission approved the October 13, 2025 meeting minutes. It postponed the Timberline Village/Knapp Property rezoning to the November 10 meeting. It approved the Lorey Property rezoning from A-2 to R-1S after closing the public hearing.

• Approved October 13, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Continued Timberline rezoning to Nov 10, 2025 (6-0)
• Closed Lorey Property public hearing (6-0)
• Approved Lorey Property rezoning from A-2 to R-1S (6-0)

Public Art Committee

The Urbandale Public Art Committee will approve the prior meeting's minutes and the finance report, hear a report from the Director of Parks and Recreation, receive updates on recent events, and deliberate on an Art Park proposal. No decisions are recorded in the agenda beyond routine approvals and discussion items.

• Approval of previous meeting’s minutes (Consent Agenda)
• Approval of finance report (Consent Agenda)
• Director’s Report by Jan Herke, Director of Parks and Recreation
• Recap of Downtown Urbandale event held on October 11
• Deliberation on an Art Park proposal

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting and then unanimously adjourned. It decided not to recommend purchasing any of the 47 art submissions this year. The committee will limit future submission forms to three pieces per artist and will send the selected works to City Council for approval on November 18. The committee also noted a staff resignation and will look to fill the position.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)
• Committee does not recommend purchasing any art pieces
• Committee will limit submission forms to three pieces per artist
• Committee will forward art selections to Council for approval on November 18
• Noted resignation of Alexson Calahan and will seek a replacement

Civil Service Commission

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission will meet electronically to approve the decertification and exhaustion of the Police Officer Certified List. The meeting will also cover approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous session.

• Approve Commission Minutes – September 18, 2025
• Approve decertification and exhaustion of Police Officer Certified List
• Electronic meeting held per Iowa Code Section 21.8

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission approved its meeting agenda and the September 18, 2025 minutes. It also approved the decertification and exhaustion of the Police Officer Certified List. All three motions carried with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved September 18, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved decertification and exhaustion of Police Officer Certified List (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to review the minutes from September 24, 2025, and receive an update on the master plan for Walker Johnston Park. The meeting also includes time for citizen comments and reports from the director and chairman.

• Update on Master Plan for Walker Johnston Park

The commission approved the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes. It also accepted the two final design options presented by Confluence for the Walker Johnston Park master plan and voted to move forward with the process. Both actions passed with no recorded dissent.

• Approved September 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Confluence's final designs for Walker Johnston Park master plan and authorized next steps (unanimous)

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The Urbandale Sanitary Sewer District meeting will cover routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and a citizens forum. The board will consider updates on several sewer projects and financial matters, and will discuss and possibly approve an ordinance for the Foundation Drain Disconnection Program. Additional actions include final approval of the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Manhole Program and site‑plan reviews for the Iowa Sikh Association and Urbandale Family Dentistry.

• Approval of Pay Estimate No. 10 for Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 project
• Discussion and possible approval of ordinance on Foundation Drain Disconnection Program
• Final approval of 2025 Sanitary Sewer Manhole Program
• Site‑plan review for Iowa Sikh Association, 11000 Douglas Avenue
• Site‑plan review for Urbandale Family Dentistry, 10922 Meredith Drive

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will approve minutes from the September 22 meeting and then consider several land use items. Commissioners will review the preliminary plat for the Bentley Ridge West project at 184th Street and Northview Drive, a site plan for the Des Moines Christian School Early Education Center at 13831 Aurora Avenue, and a final plat for the Des Moines Christian School on the 13300‑13800 blocks of Meredith Drive. A staff report will discuss proposed amendments to the zoning code concerning native species plantings.

• Preliminary plat for “Bentley Ridge West” (184th Street and Northview Drive)
• Site Plan No. 012-2025-05.00 for Des Moines Christian School – Early Education Center (13831 Aurora Avenue)
• Final plat for Des Moines Christian School (13300‑13800 blocks of Meredith Drive)
• Staff report on zoning code amendments for native species plantings
• Approval of minutes from September 22, 2025

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the September 22, 2025 meeting minutes by a unanimous motion. The commission reviewed the Bentley Ridge West Preliminary Plat (184th St & Northview Dr) and staff presented many recommended conditions, but the minutes contain no motion or vote on the plat.

• Approved September 22, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried, unanimous)

Human Services Committee

The Urbandale Human Services Committee will meet on October 9, 2025 at City Hall, 3600 86th Street. The agenda includes presentations and discussion of charter documents and recommendations for the FY2026‑27 budget. The meeting will conclude with next steps and adjournment.

• Charter document presentations and discussion
• FY2026‑27 budget recommendations

The committee reviewed five subcommittee budget charter proposals and increased the transportation survey request to $25,000‑$30,000. It then ranked the proposals, placing emergency rental assistance first and youth services last. Policy charter documents were tabled until the November meeting. The meeting adjourned at 1:35 p.m.

• Reviewed food insecurity garden charter ($5,000 budget)
• Increased transportation survey budget request to $25,000‑$30,000
• Reviewed affordable housing emergency rental assistance charter ($50,000 budget)
• Reviewed language support training charter ($300 budget)
• Reviewed youth services resource hub charter ($15,000‑$23,000 budget)
• Ranked budget charter proposals: 1. Housing, 2. Transportation, 3. Language support, 4. Food insecurity, 5. Youth services
• Tabled policy charter documents until November meeting

Economic Development Advisory Board

The board will meet to receive updates on Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and several city programs. Discussions include progress on Urbandale Uplift 2025, the Downtown Urbandale Block Party, and Urbandale CareerCon.

• TIF Update Overview
• Urbandale Uplift 2025 Update
• Downtown Urbandale Block Party Update
• Urbandale CareerCon Update

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider conditional use permits for two different business locations. The board will also vote to approve the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit for Where the Child Things Are (2785 100th Street)
• Conditional Use Permit for ISA VI LLC/ Restaurant Supply (11300 Meredith Drive)

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The district will hold a public hearing on the Merle Hay Road Lift Station Force Main Replacement Project. In the regular meeting, it will consider approvals of Change Order No. 4 for the Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension, Partial Pay No. 1 for the Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Project, and resolutions to approve plans, specifications, contract forms, accept bids, and award the contract and bonds for the Merle Hay project. Additional items include updates on other sewer extensions, financial audit status, and engineering reviews.

• Public hearing on Merle Hay Rd Lift Station Force Main Replacement Project
• Approval of Change Order No. 4 for Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension (2023 Project)
• Approval of Partial Pay No. 1 for Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Resolutions to approve plans, specifications, contract form, accept bids, award contract and bonds for Merle Hay Rd Lift Station‑Force Main Replacement Project
• Discussion of possible ordinance on Foundation Drain Disconnection Program

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will approve minutes from July 2025 and discuss the 2026-2031+ Capital Improvements Program budget. The meeting will also include a report on an Eagle Scout project.

• Approve July 16, 2025 minutes
• Review 2026-2031+ Capital Improvements Program Budget
• Eagle Scout Project report
• Director's Reports
• Citizen Comments

The commission voted to approve the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes with no opposition. It also approved the staff‑recommended Capital Improvements Program projects for 2026‑2031+ as presented, again with no nays. A public hearing on the CIP is tentatively set for Dec. 1, 2025, and there were no citizen comments recorded.

• Approved July 16, 2025 minutes (no nays)
• Approved proposed 2026‑2031+ CIP projects for Parks & Recreation (no nays)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two Planned Unit Development Master Plan amendments. The body will also review a site plan for AutoZone and plats for Oakwood Haven.

• Public hearing for automotive retail sales at 10950 Plum Drive (Urbandale Marketplace)
• AutoZone site plan for 10950 Plum Drive
• Public hearing to reduce minimum lot width at 4700-4788 86th Street (Best Manor Business Centre)
• Preliminary and Final Plats for Oakwood Haven Plat 2 (4700-4788 86th Street)
• Discussion of Zoning Code amendments regarding native plantings

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted to approve the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Jeff Hatfield, seconded by Julie Roethler, and carried with three votes in favor and no votes against. No other actions were recorded as decided at this meeting.

• Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0)

Civil Service Commission

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission will meet electronically to approve the August 7, 2025 minutes and the Administrative Technician Certified List. The meeting is held at City Hall due to scheduling constraints.

• Approve Commission Minutes – August 7, 2025
• Approve Administrative Technician Certified List
• Meeting held electronically at City Hall, 3600 86th Street

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission approved the meeting agenda, the August 7, 2025 minutes, and the Administrative Technician Certified List. All three motions were carried with unanimous support from Commissioners Robinson, Freeman, and Pierson. No other business was discussed.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved August 7, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Administrative Technician Certified List (3-0)

Human Services Committee

The Urbandale Human Services Committee is meeting electronically on September 11, 2025, per Iowa Code Section 21.8, due to logistical scheduling concerns. The agenda includes updates from the Transportation Subcommittee, a review of the Charter Document, and a discussion on next steps and deadlines.

• Electronic meeting held via Zoom
• Transportation Subcommittee update
• Charter Document review
• Discussion of next steps and deadlines

The Human Services Committee heard a transportation subcommittee report noting insufficient survey data and recommending a new comprehensive survey. The subcommittee listed possible policy actions and discussed innovative solutions. The committee reminded members that each subcommittee must submit at least one budgetary or policy charter document by October 3 for the October 9 meeting. No formal approvals or votes were recorded.

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee is meeting to discuss a grant opportunity from Bravo of Greater Des Moines. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Bravo of Greater Des Moines Grant Opportunity

The committee voted unanimously to move forward with the Bravo of Greater Des Moines grant request, which could provide up to $50,000 and be supplemented by CIP and other contributions. The city council will review and approve the motion on September 16. The originally scheduled September 16 UPAC meeting was cancelled, and the meeting was formally adjourned.

• Approved moving forward with Bravo grant request and additional CIP contributions (unanimous)
• City council to consider and approve the grant motion on 9/16
• Cancelled the September 16 UPAC meeting
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The board will receive updates on several trunk sewer and lift station projects. The meeting includes a site plan review for an AutoZone at 10950 Plum Drive and a report on the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025 audit.

• Approval of Pay Estimate No. 9 for Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Site plan review for AutoZone at 10950 Plum Drive
• Update on Merle Hay Rd Lift Station-Force Main Replacement Project
• Update on Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Report on Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025 Audit

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for a school campus. The body will also review a preliminary plat and site plan for the same project.

• Public hearing for rezoning 13300-13800 blocks of Meredith Drive from Agricultural Reserve to Planned Unit Development
• Des Moines Christian School Plat 1 preliminary plat
• Des Moines Christian School-Phase 1 Site Plan No. 012-2025-03.00

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes. The session then served as a public hearing on the Des Moines Christian School‑Meredith Drive Campus proposal to amend the Comprehensive Plan and rezone the property from A‑1 Agricultural Reserve to a Planned Unit Development, with staff recommending approval pending City Development Board approval of annexation. A preliminary plat for the proposed school campus was also presented, and staff recommended its approval subject to the same conditions. No formal vote was taken on the rezoning or plat at this meeting.

• Approved August 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Public hearing held on Des Moines Christian School rezoning request (no vote)

Board of Adjustment

There is no meeting scheduled for this date. The next meeting is scheduled for October 1, 2025.

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The Urbandale Sanitary Sewer District will receive updates on financial matters, the 2025 fiscal year audit, and several ongoing sewer projects including the Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension and Merle Hay Road lift station replacement. The board will also review a site plan for Des Moines Christian School’s Phase 1 expansion on Meredith Drive.

• Approval of bills and minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting
• Fiscal Year 2025 audit report
• Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension update (2023 project)
• Merle Hay Road Lift Station-Force Main Replacement project resolutions for bids
• Site plan review for Des Moines Christian School-Phase 1 at 13300-13800 Meredith Drive

Planning & Zoning Commission

The August 25, 2025, meeting was cancelled. The agenda lists items scheduled for the next meeting on September 8, 2025, regarding a school campus and zoning code amendments.

• Proposed rezoning of 13300-13800 blocks of Meredith Drive from A-1 to PUD for Des Moines Christian School
• Preliminary Plat for Des Moines Christian School (13300-13800 blocks of Meredith Drive)
• Site Plan No. 012-2025-03.00 for Des Moines Christian School
• Discussion of Zoning Code amendments regarding native plantings

Merle Hay Joint 28E Board

The Urbandale-IA Merle Hay Joint 28E Board will hold a virtual meeting to vote on a resolution seeking state economic development funding for the Merle Hay Reinvestment District. The board will also approve minutes from its April 17, 2025 meeting and receive an administrator report.

• Resolution 2025-02: Approving Submission of an Amendment Request to the Iowa Economic Development Authority

Public Art Committee

The Urbandale Public Art Committee will review past minutes and finances, hear updates on downtown events, creek access art, public pianos, and performance series, and hold a planning session for the coming year.

• Approval of previous meeting’s minutes
• Approval of finance report
• Downtown Urbandale Event on October 11th from 4–7 PM at 70th and Douglas
• Walker Johnston Creek Access Public Art Update
• Sculpture Park RFP to Artists

The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and finance report after a motion by Matt and a second by Carol. The meeting was then adjourned following a motion by Matt and a second by Charlotte. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the agenda consisted of updates and discussion of upcoming projects.

• Approved previous meeting minutes and finance report (motion by Matt, seconded by Carol)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Matt, seconded by Charlotte)

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee is meeting electronically to receive a presentation from the Youth Services Subcommittee. The body will also introduce a charter document and discuss upcoming deadlines.

• Youth Services Subcommittee presentation
• Introduction of Charter Document

The committee heard presentations on childcare costs, after‑school and summer program gaps, and possible solutions such as a centralized information hub and new partnerships. A consultant introduced the Charter document, noting each subcommittee must complete a budgetary and policy charter by October 3 for the October 9 meeting. Upcoming meetings were scheduled for the transportation subcommittee on September 11 and the October 9 in‑person session to rank charter projects. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Civil Rights Commission

The Commission will meet electronically to discuss legislative changes to Iowa Civil Rights and receive updates on statewide civil and human rights commissions.

• Legislative changes to Iowa Civil Rights
• Update on statewide civil/human rights commissions

The Urbandale Civil Rights Commission approved its meeting agenda by a vote of three to zero. Members discussed recent Iowa civil‑rights code changes, especially regarding gender identity, and the commission’s investigative role. Mayor Robert Andeweg announced a resignation and said he will work to appoint new members. The commission asked staff for City Attorney guidance and Chair Snyder will share an Ames staff report on municipal civil‑rights protections.

• Approved agenda (Ayes: Snyder, Robinette, Ehlizevak)
• Requested City Attorney guidance on recent Iowa civil‑rights changes
• Chair Snyder will provide the Ames staff report “Civil Rights Protections in Iowa at the Municipal Level”
• Mayor Andeweg will identify and appoint new commission members after a resignation

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The board will discuss updates on the Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension and the Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Project. Members will also review the audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, and a foundation drain disconnection ordinance.

• Approval of Pay Estimate No. 8 for the Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Update on Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Update on Ordinance Regarding Foundation Drain Disconnection Program
• Update on Audit of Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025
• July 2025 Sanitary Sewer Report

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a PUD Master Plan amendment to allow a vehicle collision repair facility at NW Urbandale Drive and Meredith Drive. The body will also review two preliminary plats and one site plan.

• Public hearing: Urbandale Marketplace III PUD amendment for vehicle collision repair facility (NW Urbandale Drive and Meredith Drive)
• Timberline Village Plat 2 preliminary plat (138th Street and Quail Ridge Drive)
• Urbandale Marketplace III Plat 5 preliminary plat (NW Urbandale Drive and Meredith Drive)
• Gerber Collision Center Site Plan No. 012-2025-02.00 (NW Urbandale Drive and Meredith Drive)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the July 14, 2025 meeting minutes and the July 28, 2025 meeting minutes. The commission then approved the Timberline Village Plat 2 preliminary plat, subject to staff recommendations. All motions passed with unanimous affirmative votes and no dissent.

• Approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0, 2 passes)
• Approved Timberline Village Plat 2 preliminary plat, subject to staff recommendations (8-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve previous minutes and a revised recruitment plan for an Administrative Technician position.

• Approval of Administrative Technician Revised Recruitment Plan
• Approval of July 17, 2025 Commission Minutes

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda as posted. It also unanimously approved the July 17, 2025 commission minutes. The commission further approved the Administrative Technician Revised Recruitment Plan. No other items were discussed and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved July 17, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Administrative Technician Revised Recruitment Plan (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider three requests for setback variances related to decks and fencing. The board will also review minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting.

• Deck setback variance at 5101 155th Street (Case No. 011-2025-01.03)
• Fence setback variance at 14207 Dellwood Drive (Case No. 011-2025-01.04)
• Deck setback variance at 8112 Cobblestone Road (Case No. 011-2025-01.05)

The Board of Adjustment voted to approve the minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting. The motion passed unanimously with five votes in favor and none against. No other decisions were recorded in the provided excerpt.

• Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The board will discuss updates on sewer rehabilitation and extension projects. The meeting includes a final approval for the 2025 Sewer Lining Program and a site plan review for a business location.

• Final approval of 2025 Sewer Lining Program
• Change order request for Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Site plan review for Gerber Collision at NW Urbandale Drive and Meredith Drive
• Update on Ordinance Regarding Foundation Drain Disconnection Program
• Discussion on sewer televising equipment

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding permeable pavement systems and the Shafer Property. The body will also review a final plat for Waterford Pointe Plat 3.

• Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Section 160.29 amendment for permeable pavement systems (Case No. 010-2025-03.01)
• Public hearing for Shafer Property Comprehensive Plan amendment at 13300-13600 blocks of Meredith Drive (Case No. 013-2025-01.01)
• Review of Waterford Pointe Plat 3 Final Plat at 142nd Street and Coyote Drive

The commission held a public hearing on amending Zoning Ordinance Section 160.29 to permit permeable pavement systems for residential and non‑residential development. After discussion, a motion to close the hearing passed unanimously. A second motion to adopt the amendment was also carried unanimously, approving the change to the code.

• Approved amendment to Zoning Ordinance Section 160.29 to allow permeable pavement (7‑0)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will meet to approve a certified list for the Fire Prevention Specialist position. Members will also discuss changes to the Civil Service Reform Act (SF311) taking effect August 16, 2025.

• Approval of the Fire Prevention Specialist Certified List
• Discussion of Civil Service Reform Act (SF311) changes

The Civil Service Commission approved its agenda and the June 19, 2025 minutes, each by unanimous motion. It also approved the Fire Prevention Specialist Certified List, with the motion carried. The commission discussed the Civil Service Reform Act (SF311) changes effective August 16, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 9:19 a.m.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved June 19, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Fire Prevention Specialist Certified List (motion carried)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review leases with the Urbandale Community School District. The body will also discuss the proposed urban bow deer hunt for the 2025-2026 season.

• Urbandale Community School District Leases
• Proposed Urban Bow Deer Hunt 2025-2026 Season

The commission approved the April 16, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved two‑year lease extensions with the Urbandale Community School District for the Lions Park softball complex and the Walker Johnston Park tennis courts. It also approved expanding the urban bow hunt to include two additional park areas.

• Approved April 16, 2025 minutes (no nays)
• Approved lease extensions for Lions Park softball complex and Walker Johnston Park tennis courts (no nays)
• Approved expansion of the urban bow hunt to Urban Hills Park and the Parks and Public Works Satellite Building area (no nays)

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will review updates on various city art projects and the Walker Johnston Park Master Plan. The meeting includes recaps of recent events and updates on the public piano schedule.

• Walker Johnston Park Master Plan
• Walker Johnston Creek Access Public Art update
• American Legion Mural ribbon cutting recap
• Public Piano activities and schedule
• Performance Series updates

The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting with all members in favor. The finance report was postponed to the next meeting on August 19, 2025. No other actions were taken.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed finance report to Aug 19, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a rezoning request for the Timberline Village/Knapp Property. The body will also review a preliminary plat and a request to vacate right-of-way.

• Public hearing for rezoning 13600 Block of Aurora Avenue from Agricultural Reserve to Suburban Density Single Family District
• Review of Barrett Estates Plat 5 Preliminary Plat at 147th Street and Waterford Road
• Request to vacate and convey right-of-way at 8724 Meredith Drive (Lot B – The Meadows Plat 1)

The Urbandale Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting with an 8‑0 vote. A public hearing was held on the Timberline Village/Knapp Property rezoning request from A‑1 to R‑1S, and staff presented a recommendation with conditions. No vote or final decision on the rezoning was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved June 9, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee is meeting electronically to review suggested action items from the Affordable Housing Subcommittee. The committee will also discuss an updated meeting schedule.

• Affordable Housing Subcommittee suggested action items

The committee heard a presentation from the Affordable Housing subcommittee outlining goals and policy and financial recommendations. Members discussed the recommendations and next steps such as updating the Balanced Scorecard metrics sheet, monitoring federal housing legislation, and finalizing a process to advance recommendations. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board will meet to discuss the implementation of the Downtown Urbandale Master Plan. The board will also receive updates on the Home Improvement Corridor and Urbandale Uplift 2025.

• Downtown Urbandale Master Plan Implementation Discussion
• Home Improvement Corridor Update
• Urbandale Uplift 2025 Update

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider two conditional use permits and one setback variance. These decisions determine whether specific land-use requests at three different properties are approved.

• Conditional Use Permit for Ezan Islamic and Educational Center (9379 Plum Drive)
• Fence Setback Variance for Holliday (3212 70th Street)
• Conditional Use Permit for Hy-Vee (8701 Douglas Avenue)

The Board of Adjustment voted to approve the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting with a 4‑0 vote. The board then heard a conditional use permit application for the Ezan Islamic and Educational Center at 9379 Plum Drive, but no vote or decision on that request was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The board will discuss updates on the Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension and the Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Project. Members will review bids for the 2025 Manhole Lining Program and a potential ordinance for a foundation drain disconnection program.

• Approval of Denman CPA Engagement Letter for Audit Services
• Approval of Pay Estimate No. 7 for Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Change Order Request for Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension
• Potential ordinance regarding Foundation Drain Disconnection Program
• Bids for 2025 Manhole Lining Program

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The board will discuss financial updates, including the fiscal year audit and WRA budget share. The meeting includes reviews of sewer extension and rehabilitation projects, as well as a potential ordinance for a foundation drain disconnection program.

• Bids for the 2025 Manhole Lining Program
• Preliminary Plat Review for Barrett Estates Plat 5
• Potential ordinance regarding Foundation Drain Disconnection Program
• Update on Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Annual Certificate of WRA Participating Community

Planning & Zoning Commission

No meeting was held on June 23, 2025. The agenda lists items scheduled for the next meeting on July 14, 2025.

• July 14: Public hearing for 'Timberline Village Plat 4/Knapp' rezoning from A-1 to R-1S (13600 Block of Aurora Avenue)
• July 14: 'Barrett Estates Plat 5' Preliminary Plat (147th Street and Waterford Road)
• July 14: Request to vacate right-of-way for 'Lot B – The Meadows Plat 1' (8724 Meredith Drive)

Civil Service Commission

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission will meet to review and approve promotional reclassifications for specific city positions. The meeting is being held electronically due to quorum availability.

• Promotional reclassification of Sewer System Operator II
• Promotional reclassification of Senior Engineering Technician

The commission approved its meeting agenda and the June 5 minutes. It also approved the promotional reclassification of Brian Stoklasa to Sewer System Operator II effective June 23, 2025, and Tim Terrill to Senior Engineering Technician effective July 7, 2025. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Brian Stoklasa to Sewer System Operator II (effective 6/23/2025, unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Tim Terrill to Senior Engineering Technician (effective 7/7/2025, unanimous)

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will meet to hold a funding discussion and a session on Predictive Index (PI) team types.

• Funding discussion
• Discovering Your Predictive Index (PI) Team Type

The committee received an overview of the annual budget cycle and capital improvement process for FY2026‑27. Members discussed a Predictive Index team‑type presentation. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The next meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2025.

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The District will discuss the reinvestment of CDs and the audit process for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. Members will review a pay estimate for the Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension and discuss a potential ordinance for a foundation drain disconnection program.

• Reinvestment of District CDs
• Pay Estimate No. 6 for Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Potential ordinance regarding Foundation Drain Disconnection Program
• WRA Budget Share report for FY ending June 30, 2026
• May 2025 Sanitary Sewer Report

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider changes to the zoning ordinance regarding accessory dwelling units. The body will also review two site plans for building and parking additions.

• Public hearing on Case No. 010-2025-03.02 to amend Section 160.37 regarding accessory dwelling unit materials, parking, bulk regulations, and occupancy
• Site Plan No. 012-2013-04.01 for a building addition at Pizza Ranch (4954 86th Street)
• Site Plan No. 012-1982-02.02 for a parking lot addition at 7117 Hickman Road

The Urbandale Planning & Zoning Commission met on June 9, 2025. The commission voted to approve the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting. The motion passed with seven votes in favor and none against. No other agenda items were decided at this meeting.

• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission will meet to approve recruitment and certification lists. The meeting is being held electronically due to quorum availability.

• Fire Prevention Specialist Recruitment Plan
• Mental Health Co-Responder Certified List

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the May 15, 2025 minutes. It also approved the Fire Prevention Specialist Recruitment Plan and the Mental Health Co‑Responder Certified List. All motions carried with three ayes and no nays.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Fire Prevention Specialist Recruitment Plan (3-0)
• Approved Mental Health Co‑Responder Certified List (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to review a conditional use permit request for ETS. The board will also vote to approve the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit for ETS at 4143 NW Urbandale Drive (Case No. 011-2025-02.05)

The Board approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. It then approved the ETS Conditional Use Permit for the 4143 NW Urbandale Drive site, adopting the six staff‑recommended conditions, also by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved ETS Conditional Use Permit, subject to six conditions (3-0)

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The board will review a potential ordinance regarding a foundation drain disconnection program. The meeting also includes updates on sewer extension and rehabilitation projects.

• Review of potential ordinance for Foundation Drain Disconnection Program
• Update on Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Update on Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Sanitary sewer backup at 7515 Roseland Drive
• Site plan review for Pizza Ranch Addition at 4954 86th Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Urbandale Planning & Zoning Commission did not hold a meeting on May 27, 2025. The next scheduled meeting is June 9, 2025. No decisions or discussions occurred at this canceled session.

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will receive updates on recent events, ongoing mural projects, and upcoming celebrations. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes and finance report
• Recap of Art Day 2025
• Status update on American Legion Mural
• Progress on Walker Johnston Creek Access Public Art
• Fourth of July Celebration planning

The committee approved the previous meeting’s minutes and the finance report after a motion by Carol Holmquist, seconded by Becky Russ. The motion carried. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion from Caroll, seconded by Becky, which also carried.

• Approved previous meeting minutes and finance report (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Civil Service Commission

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission will meet electronically to consider approving certified eligibility lists for Firefighter EMT-Paramedic, Staff Engineer, and Police Officer positions. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and other routine items. These certified lists are used for hiring decisions by the city.

• Approve amended Firefighter EMT-Paramedic Certified List
• Approve Staff Engineer Certified List
• Approve Police Officer Certified List
• Approve minutes from April 28, 2025
• Public access in person at City Hall Conference Room A, 3600 86th Street

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission met virtually on May 15, 2025. Commissioners Greg Robinson and Jim Pierson approved the meeting agenda, the April 28, 2025 minutes, and the certified lists for firefighters, staff engineers, and police officers. All motions were carried with no dissent. The next meeting is scheduled for June 5, 2025.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved amended Firefighter EMT‑Paramedic Certified List (motion carried)
• Approved Staff Engineer Certified List (motion carried)
• Approved Police Officer Certified List (motion carried)

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The Urbandale Sanitary Sewer District will consider and vote on a proposed rate increase, review financials through Q3 FY2025, and approve a pay estimate for the Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension. The board will also discuss a 28E agreement with the City of Waukee and Waukee Community School District. Other routine business includes approval of minutes and bills.

• Vote on proposed rate increase notice and approval
• Review and approval of Pay Estimate No. 5 for Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Review, discussion, and approval of 28E Agreement with City of Waukee and Waukee Community School District
• Review and accept District Financials through 3rd quarter of Fiscal Year 2025
• Update on Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Project

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed Downtown Master Plan and consider a recommendation for its adoption. The meeting also includes approving minutes from the previous session, an update on zoning code amendments, and commissioner items.

• Public hearing and recommendation for adoption of the Downtown Master Plan
• Update on Zoning Code Amendments

The commission unanimously approved the April 28, 2025 meeting minutes. It then closed the public hearing on the Downtown Master Plan and voted to approve the plan as presented. The recommendation is advisory and will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• Approved April 28, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Closed public hearing on Downtown Master Plan (7-0)
• Approved Downtown Master Plan (7-0)

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will meet electronically to discuss housing conditions and city-funded projects. The body will also review the process for recommending actions and Balanced Scorecard reporting.

• Report on existing housing conditions in Urbandale
• Review of city-funded housing projects
• Discussion on the process for recommending actions
• Balanced Scorecard reporting

The Urbandale Human Services Committee met virtually on May 8, 2025. The affordable‑housing subcommittee presented findings on demographics, homeownership, rental conditions, and recent projects. The discussion moved to funding considerations and timing for future recommendations to City Council. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Board of Adjustment

The Urbandale Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on a building separation variance for J Larson Homes LLC at three addresses on 153rd Street, a conditional use permit for Rangemaster at 4178 NW Urbandale Drive, a temporary conditional use permit for Gloria Dei Lutheran Church at 8301 Aurora Avenue, and a conditional use permit for Elevation Golf at 4101-4143 NW Urbandale Drive. The board will also consider approving the February 5, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approve February 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• J Larson Homes LLC building separation variance (5426, 5428, 5430 153rd Street)
• Rangemaster conditional use permit (4178 NW Urbandale Drive)
• Gloria Dei Lutheran Church temporary conditional use permit (8301 Aurora Avenue)
• Elevation Golf conditional use permit (4101-4143 NW Urbandale Drive)

The Board approved the minutes from the February 5, 2025 meeting. The Board approved a 1.1‑foot building‑separation variance for J Larson Homes LLC at 5426‑5430 153rd Street, with four affirmative votes. No decision was recorded for the Rangemaster Conditional Use Permit request.

• Approved February 5, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 1.1‑ft building‑separation variance for J Larson Homes LLC (4-0)

Civil Rights Commission

The Urbandale Civil Rights Commission meets electronically on May 6, 2025, due to logistical concerns. Items include an action item discussion on the 'All Are Welcome in Urbandale' initiative and a review of Iowa state legislation SF507 and HF856. The agenda also includes standard procedural items.

• Action item discussion on 'All Are Welcome in Urbandale' initiative
• Review of Iowa state bills SF507 and HF856
• Approval of the meeting agenda

The Civil Rights Commission could not hold business because a quorum was not present. Commissioners discussed attendance, information gathering, a proclamation, and state code changes, but no actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will vote on the final plat for Walnut Hills School at 4240 156th Street and receive a presentation of the draft Downtown Master Plan. No decision on the master plan is expected at this meeting; a public hearing is scheduled for May 12, 2025. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and staff reports.

• Final Plat for Walnut Hills School (4240 156th Street)
• Presentation of draft Downtown Master Plan
• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2025
• Staff reports and commissioner items

The commission approved the March 24, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved the Walnut Hills School final plat for 4240 156th Street, subject to staff‑recommended conditions, with all members voting aye. No other actions were decided; the Downtown Master Plan was presented with a public hearing scheduled for May 12.

• Approved March 24, 2025 meeting minutes (5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 pass)
• Approved Walnut Hills School final plat, subject to staff recommendations (6 ayes, 0 nays, 0 passes)

Civil Service Commission

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission will meet electronically to conduct business. The primary action item is the approval of a certified list for Firefighter EMT-Paramedics.

• Approval of Firefighter EMT-Paramedic certified list

The commission approved the meeting agenda as posted, approved the April 17, 2025 minutes, and approved the Firefighter EMT‑Paramedic Certified List. All motions were carried unanimously with two votes in favor and none against; Commissioner Jim Pierson was absent.

• Approved agenda (2-0)
• Approved April 17, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved Firefighter EMT‑Paramedic Certified List (2-0)

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The Urbandale Sanitary Sewer District will discuss and review a rate increase schedule, vote on approval of engineering contracts for upcoming projects, and review bids for the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Spot Repair Program. Updates will be provided on the Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension and the Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Project. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and bills, and a citizens forum.

• Discussion/review of rate increase schedule
• Review and vote on approval of engineering contracts for upcoming projects
• 2025 Sanitary Sewer Spot Repair Program bids
• Update on Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Update on Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Project

Merle Hay Joint 28E Board

The Merle Hay Joint 28E Board will consider Resolution 2025-01, which authorizes submitting an amendment request to the Iowa Economic Development Authority to adjust the scope of projects within the Merle Hay Reinvestment District. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and hear an administrator report.

• Resolution 2025-01: Approve submission of an amendment request to the Iowa Economic Development Authority for the Merle Hay Reinvestment District
• Approval of minutes from the September 27, 2024 meeting
• Administrator report on status of the Merle Hay allocation

Civil Service Commission

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission will consider approving a Mental Health Co-Responder Recruitment Plan and decertifying a Police Officer Certified List. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from February 20, 2025, and other routine items.

• Approve decertification and exhaustion of the Police Officer Certified List
• Approve Mental Health Co-Responder Recruitment Plan
• Approve Commission Minutes – February 20, 2025

On April 17, 2025 the Urbandale Civil Service Commission met virtually. The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the February 20, 2025 minutes. It also approved the decertification and exhaustion of the Police Officer Certified List and the Mental Health Co‑Responder Recruitment Plan. All motions carried with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved February 20, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved decertification and exhaustion of Police Officer Certified List (3-0)
• Approved Mental Health Co‑Responder Recruitment Plan (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will vote on approving the March 2025 meeting minutes and consider an Eagle Scout proposal for a bicycle repair station at Walker Creek Regional Park. Director and chairman reports will also be presented, with time for citizen comments.

• Eagle Scout project for a bicycle repair station at WCRP (Walker Creek Regional Park)
• Approval of March 12, 2025 meeting minutes

The Parks & Recreation Commission voted to approve the minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting. The motion passed with five votes in favor and none against. No other actions or decisions were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 5:55 p.m.

• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (5-0)

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to discuss updates on several city art installations and upcoming events. The body will review the status of the American Legion Mural and the Walker Johnston Creek Access public art.

• Art Day 2025 planning
• American Legion Mural status update
• Walker Johnston Creek Access public art progress
• Public Piano status
• Performance Series updates

The committee approved the minutes and finance report from the previous meeting. It unanimously approved a $2,000 allocation from sculpture purchase funds for the American Legion mural. The committee also approved partnering with Art is Rad for the Fourth of July activity, allocating up to $400 this year, with one member abstaining.

• Approved previous meeting minutes and finance report (motion carried)
• Approved $2,000 allocation from sculpture purchase funds for American Legion mural (unanimous approval)
• Approved partnership with Art is Rad for Fourth of July activity, allocating up to $400 this year (unanimous approval, one abstention)

Human Services Committee

The committee is meeting electronically to review suggested action items for language support. Members will also provide subcommittee updates and discuss upcoming meetings.

• Language support suggested action items

The committee received updates from the language support subcommittee on emergency communications, resource navigation, and community‑based ELL programming. The transportation subcommittee reported on the Reimagine DART process and noted a public meeting on April 28 at the Urbandale Library. The food‑insecurity subcommittee announced the Urbandale Food Pantry’s new location, which served over 200 families on April 1. The next meeting will include a report from the affordable housing subcommittee and reminders about the Predictive Index assessment.

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board will meet to discuss updates on the Merle Hay area, the Downtown Urbandale Master Plan, and a Home Improvement Corridor. The board will also receive an update on Urbandale Career Con 2025 and consider notes from the previous meeting.

• Merle Hay Update
• Downtown Urbandale Master Plan Discussion
• Home Improvement Corridor Discussion
• Urbandale Career Con 2025 Update

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The Urbandale Sanitary Sewer District will review potential rate increases and the March 2025 sanitary sewer report. The body will also consider bids for the 2025 Sewer Lining Program and a pay estimate for the Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension.

• Discussion and review of potential rate increases
• Approval of Pay Estimate No. 4 for Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Review of 2025 Sewer Lining Program bids
• Sanitary Sewer Report-March 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

The meeting scheduled for April 7, 2025, will not be held. The next scheduled meeting is April 28, 2025.

• April 28 meeting: “Walnut Hills School” Final Plat (4240 156th Street)

Board of Adjustment

The Urbandale Board of Adjustment has cancelled its April 2, 2025 meeting. No pending items are listed. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 5:30 p.m.

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The board will review potential rate increases and receive updates on sewer projects. The meeting also includes reports on specific sanitary sewer backups and the approval of a change order for a trunk sewer extension.

• Discussion and review of potential rate increases
• Approval of Change Order No. 2 for Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Sanitary sewer backup at 7108 Townsend Avenue
• Sanitary sewer backup at 4423 95th Street
• February 2025 Expense Report

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider three final plats for Magnolia Heights and two site plans for park shelters. The body will also review minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting.

• Magnolia Heights Plat 5 (153rd Street and Walnut Meadows Drive)
• Magnolia Heights Plat 6 (156th Street and Bentwood Drive)
• Magnolia Heights Plat 7 (156th Street and Walnut Meadows Drive)
• Walker Johnston Park Open Air Shelter Site Plan (8710 Douglas Avenue)
• Dunlap Park Shelter Site Plan (3020 Sherry Lane)

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted to approve the minutes from its March 10, 2025 meeting. No other actions were recorded as decided, approved, denied, or tabled in the provided excerpt.

• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (6-1)

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee is meeting to review progress on several city art projects and plan for upcoming events. The body will discuss the status of the American Legion Mural and the Walker Johnston Creek Access public art.

• Art Day 2025 planning and craft demonstrations
• American Legion Mural status update
• Walker Johnston Creek Access public art progress
• Public Piano status
• Performance Series updates

The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and financial report. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates on Art Day 2025, the American Legion mural, Walker Johnston Creek public art, and other ongoing projects.

• Approved previous meeting's minutes and financial report (motion by Carol, second by Sean)

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee is meeting electronically to review resources and discuss the current status of language support. The body will also receive updates from subcommittees.

• Discussion on current status of language support
• Review of resources
• Subcommittee updates

The Urbandale Human Services Committee met virtually and discussed food insecurity data collection and language support gaps in emergency services. No formal decisions were made; the committee agreed to continue updating food insecurity data and to create a map of food resources. The language support subcommittee reported on communication gaps and policy impacts on refugee services, with a full report planned for April.

• Continued food insecurity data collection and mapping of food resources
• Scheduled language support subcommittee report for April meeting
• Requested members complete Predictive Index assessment and schedule debriefs

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes from November 2024, ratify a vote on a mural project at the American Legion, and discuss a reservation policy for Lions Park courts. Citizen comments, director's reports, and chairman's items are also on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from November 20, 2024
• Ratify vote on Mural Project at American Legion
• Discuss Lions Park Court Reservation Policy

The Commission ratified a December e-mail vote to enter into a $17,500 contract with artists Jan Hutchison and Sarah Del Campo for a mural on the American Legion Building. It also approved a new reservation policy for the five courts at Lions Park (four pickleball, one tennis), which includes fees of $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents per hour, with reservations made online up to two weeks in advance. Both motions passed unanimously (4-0).

• Ratified $17,500 mural contract with Jan Hutchison and Sarah Del Campo (4-0)
• Approved Lions Park court reservation policy with $10 resident/$15 non-resident hourly fees (4-0)

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The Urbandale Sanitary Sewer District will hold public hearings on an amendment to the current fiscal year budget and the proposed budget for FY2026. During the regular meeting, the board will discuss and consider approving the budget amendment, the proposed budget, and potential rate increases. Additionally, the board will take action on an easement acceptance, pay estimates, and change orders for the Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension and the Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Project.

• Public hearing on amendment to budget for FY ending June 30, 2025
• Public hearing on proposed budget for FY ending June 30, 2026
• Discussion and review of potential rate increases
• Approval of Resolution accepting easement (Wilder) for Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension
• Approval of Change Order No. 1 for NW Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension and Change Order No. 2 for Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Project

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approving two final plats and one site plan. The final plats are for Bentley Ridge Townhomes at 172nd Street and Springbrook Trail and Biltmore West Plat 3 at 180th Street and Hickory Drive. The site plan is for Walnut Hills Elementary School improvements at 4240 156th Street. The commission will also approve previous meeting minutes and receive staff reports.

• Bentley Ridge Townhomes Plat 1 final plat at 172nd Street and Springbrook Trail
• Biltmore West Plat 3 final plat at 180th Street and Hickory Drive
• Walnut Hills Elementary School Site Improvements Site Plan No. 012-2003-16.01 at 4240 156th Street
• Approval of minutes from February 10, 2025
• Staff reports and commissioner items

The Urbandale Planning & Zoning Commission approved three final plats and one site plan, all subject to staff recommendations. The approvals cover the Bentley Ridge Townhomes Plat 1, Biltmore West Plat 3, and Walnut Hills Elementary School site improvements. All motions passed unanimously with no dissenting votes.

• Approved Bentley Ridge Townhomes Plat 1 final plat (8-0)
• Approved Biltmore West Plat 3 final plat (8-0)
• Approved Walnut Hills Elementary School site improvements (8-0)
• Approved February 10, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0, Van Heuvelen passed)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment has cancelled its March 5, 2024 meeting. No items were pending. The next scheduled meeting is April 2, 2025.

Civil Rights Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

The Urbandale Civil Rights Commission meeting scheduled for March 4, 2025, was not held because a quorum was not present. Only Commissioner Bethany Snyder attended, along with staff liaison John Konior. The commissioner discussed attendance and potential partnership with the West Des Moines Commission, but no formal decisions were made. The next meeting is set for May 6, 2025.

• No decisions made due to lack of quorum

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The Urbandale Sanitary Sewer District will hold a regular meeting with discussion of potential rate increases and updates on the budget process, including upcoming public hearings on March 11 for the FY2025 budget amendment and FY2026 proposed budget. Other items include status updates on trunk sewer projects, approval of capital assets, and bidding for sewer lining and repair programs.

• Discussion and review of potential rate increases
• Update on budget process and March 11 public hearings for FY2025 amendment and FY2026 proposed budget
• Capital Assets Acceptance FY24-25
• 2025 Sanitary Sewer Lining Program and Spot Repair Program out to bid
• Update on Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension and Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation projects

Planning & Zoning Commission

No meeting was held on this date. The agenda lists items scheduled for the next meeting on March 10, 2025.

• Bentley Ridge Townhomes Plat 1 Final Plat (172nd Street and Springbrook Trail)
• Biltmore West Plat 3 Final Plat (180th Street and Hickory Drive)
• Walnut Hills Elementary School Site Improvements Site Plan (4240 156th Street)
• Discussion of Zoning Code Amendments

Civil Service Commission

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission will hold a brief meeting to approve minutes from its February 6 meeting and vote on a revised recruitment plan for Firefighter EMT/Paramedic positions. The agenda also includes a CHARACTER COUNTS! statement and commission items.

• Approve revised Firefighter EMT/Paramedic Recruitment Plan
• Approve Commission Minutes from February 6, 2025
• Approve agenda for the February 20 meeting

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission met on February 20, 2025, with two of three commissioners present. They approved the agenda and the February 6, 2025 minutes as written. The main substantive action was approving the revised Firefighter EMT/Paramedic Recruitment Plan after discussion. No other business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 9:14 a.m.

• Approved agenda as posted (2-0)
• Approved February 6, 2025 minutes as written (2-0)
• Approved revised Firefighter EMT/Paramedic Recruitment Plan (2-0)

Public Art Committee

The committee will approve prior meeting minutes and a finance report, hear a presentation from the Library Art Gallery, and receive a director's report. Updates will be provided on Art Day 2025, the American Legion Mural, Walker Johnston Creek Access Public Art, Fourth of July activities, public piano status, and the performance series. The committee will also elect officers for calendar year 2025.

• Election of UPAC officers for 2025
• Update on American Legion Mural
• Update on Walker Johnston Creek Access Public Art
• Art Day 2025 planning update
• Public Piano Status update

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The Urbandale Sanitary Sewer District is holding a special working session to discuss budget matters for the current fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, and the proposed budget for the next fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The meeting will include roll call and set the next regular meeting date. No votes or public hearings are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Discussion on current FY 2024-25 budget and proposed FY 2025-26 budget

Human Services Committee

The Urbandale Human Services Committee is meeting for a team-building workshop on design thinking. No formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Team-building workshop on design thinking

The Urbandale Human Services Committee met for a team-building workshop led by Baton Global consultants, covering leadership reflection and Design Thinking stages. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting was procedural and educational. The next meetings were scheduled for upcoming dates.

• Held team-building workshop on Design Thinking (no vote)
• Scheduled next quarter's meeting dates (no vote)

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The board will meet to approve bills and review updates on sewer infrastructure projects. A key item includes the approval of Pay Estimate No. 2 for the Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project.

• Approval of Pay Estimate No. 2 for Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Update on Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Review of January 2025 Sanitary Sewer Report
• Update on budget process and upcoming budget meetings

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss proposed amendments to the zoning code covering off-street parking (permeable pavement), accessory dwelling units, and buffer yards (native species). The meeting also includes election of officers and approval of prior minutes. No votes on the amendments are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

• Discussion of Section 160.29(C) and (E) – Off Street Parking (permeable pavement)
• Discussion of Section 160.37 – Accessory Dwelling Units
• Discussion of Section 160.27 – Buffer Yards (native species)
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Approval of minutes from December 9, 2024

The Urbandale Planning & Zoning Commission approved the December 9, 2024 minutes and elected Jackie Nickolaus as Chairperson and Josh Heggen as Vice-Chairperson for 2025. The commission discussed proposed zoning code amendments regarding off-street parking, accessory dwelling units, and buffer yards, but took no action on these items. The meeting was informational, with staff gathering questions for future consideration.

• Approved December 9, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-2)
• Elected Jackie Nickolaus as Chairperson and Josh Heggen as Vice-Chairperson for 2025 (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission will hold a brief meeting to approve the agenda, minutes from November 2024, and a certified list of laborers. Other items include a CHARACTER COUNTS! statement and general commission discussion. The meeting is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or financial items on the agenda.

• Approve Laborer Certified List
• Approve minutes from November 19, 2024
• Commission Items (discussion period)

The Urbandale Civil Service Commission met on February 6, 2025, and approved the agenda, the November 19, 2024 minutes, and the Laborer Certified List. All votes were unanimous with two members present (Robinson and Freeman) and one absent (Eckley). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as posted (2-0)
• Approved November 19, 2024 minutes as written (2-0)
• Approved Laborer Certified List (2-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review conditional use permit requests for a religious association and a residential dwelling. The board will also vote to approve minutes from the November 6, 2024 meeting.

• Iowa Sikh Association Conditional Use Permit (11000 Douglas Ave)
• Bachelder Accessory Dwelling Unit Conditional Use Permit (2925 Lakeland Drive)

Civil Rights Commission

The Civil Rights Commission is meeting electronically to conduct business. The agenda includes a discussion of the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025-2026.

• FY2025-2026 Proposed Budget

The Urbandale Civil Rights Commission's February 4, 2025, meeting was cancelled because no commissioners were present, so no quorum was established. No decisions were made or items discussed. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for May 6, 2025.

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The Urbandale Sanitary Sewer District will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and bills, and hear updates from the attorney and engineers on financial matters, budget meetings, and ongoing sewer projects including the Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension and Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation.

• Approval of minutes from January 14, 2025 meeting
• Approval of bills
• Attorney update on financial matters, investments, and PFM financial decisions
• Update on Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• Update on Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Project

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Urbandale Planning and Zoning Commission will not hold its scheduled meeting on January 27, 2025. The next meeting is set for February 10, 2025, with discussions on zoning code amendments including off-street parking (permeable pavement), accessory dwelling units, and buffer yards (native species).

• No meeting held on January 27, 2025
• Next meeting February 10, 2025 to discuss Zoning Code Amendments
• Section 160.29(C) and (E) – Off Street Parking (permeable pavement)
• Section 160.37 – Accessory Dwelling Units
• Section 160.27 – Buffer Yards (native species)

Public Art Committee

The committee will review minutes and finances, then hear updates on the Miracle on 86th St. event, mural status, and Walker Johnston Creek Access public art. They will also plan the rest of 2025 and the 2025-2026 year, including Art Day 2025 and a July 4th activity that needs a leader.

• Recap of 'Miracle on 86th St.' event
• Update on mural status and Walker Johnston Creek Access public art progress
• Planning for Art Day 2025 and July 4th activity (leader needed)
• Discussion of 2025-2026 planning calendar and Performance Series 2025 (public piano/performances)
• Approval of previous meeting minutes and finance report

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board will receive an update on the Downtown Urbandale Master Plan and discuss the Home Improvement Corridor. They will also hear an update on Urbandale Career Con 2025 and consider notes from the previous meeting. A welcome to new member Derek Temple is scheduled.

• Welcome to new member Derek Temple
• Consider notes from previous meeting
• Urbandale Career Con 2025 update
• Downtown Urbandale Master Plan update
• Home Improvement Corridor discussion

Sanitary Sewer Districts

The board will discuss 2025 appointments for officers, legal, and engineering roles. Members will review a pay estimate for the Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension and a resolution regarding district boundaries in Polk County.

• Resolution No. 1-1-14-25 regarding clarification of District Boundaries within Polk County
• Approval of Pay Estimate No. 1 for Northwest Walnut Creek Trunk Sewer Extension – 2023 Project
• 2025 appointments for District Officers, Attorney, Engineer, Financial Advisor, and WRA Representatives
• Discussion of sanitary sewer backup at 4505 73rd Place
• Discussion of upcoming budget working session and meeting dates

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Urbandale Planning & Zoning Commission will not hold its January 13, 2025 meeting. No items are pending for the next scheduled meeting on January 27, 2025.

Human Services Committee

The Urbandale Human Services Committee will meet electronically to discuss suggested action items on food insecurity, including food distribution pathways and micro/macro level actions. They will also review subcommittee clarifications and discuss next steps. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Food distribution pathways discussion
• Micro level actions for food insecurity
• Macro level actions for food insecurity
• Survey regarding food insecurity
• Review of subcommittee clarifications

The Urbandale Human Services Committee met virtually and received updates on food assistance efforts, including planning for the new Urbandale Food Pantry opening April 1, 2025. Members discussed a translated survey to gather user input on additional services and next steps like mapping community food resources. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• No formal motions or votes taken
• Discussed survey for food pantry user input, with translation for diverse populations
• Noted need for key performance indicators for food assistance programs
• Scheduled next meeting as in-person team-building workshop in February

Board of Adjustment

There is no meeting scheduled for this date. The next meeting is scheduled for February 5, 2025.

• Pending item: Iowa Sikh Association Conditional Use Permit at 11000 Douglas Ave (Case No. 011-2024-02.07)