Waterloo, Iowa
Upcoming
City Council Work Session
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss three items: an update to the Hazard Mitigation Plan, a proposed contract for Axon software for the Police Department, and software changes for Waterloo Fire Rescue. No public comment will be received during this work session. The council will also consider approving minutes from the June 15 work session.
- Discussion of Hazard Mitigation Plan update
- Discussion of Axon software contract for Police Department
- Discussion of software changes for Waterloo Fire Rescue
- Approval of minutes from June 15 work session
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is reviewing several pre-authorizations for expenditures, including airport repairs, sewer maintenance, and software renewals. The committee will also consider budget amendments for the Cedar Prairie Trail and Virden Creek Dam projects.
- Airport: $27,818.00 for interior paint and drywall repairs
- Airport: $82,686.46 for flooring at Gates 1 and 2
- Culture & Arts: $29,738.92 for exterior marquee sign repair
- Sewer: $45,800.00 for manhole sealings related to Nevada Street repairs
- Budget Amendment: $620,000.00 for Cedar Prairie Trail Replacement
City Council Regular Session
The City Council will consider multiple tax exemption requests for new residential and commercial constructions. The body is also reviewing the completion of several infrastructure projects, including asphalt overlay and sidewalk repairs.
- Tax exemption for a $2,400,000 commercial building at 2065 Logan Avenue
- Tax exemptions for 10 new single-family homes ranging from $173,000 to $419,000
- Acceptance of work for FY 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program totaling $5,009,792.08
- Acceptance of work for FY 2025 E./W. San Marnan Reconstruction Project totaling $5,349,518.80
- Hotel/motel tax funding of $12,800 for Waterloo Police Department security at National Cattle Congress
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City Council Regular Session
The City Council will meet for a special session to consider a resolution regarding insurance coverage. The primary action item is the approval of liability insurance and administrator services.
- Resolution approving liability insurance coverage with Chubb, Travelers, Arch, Allied, Cowbell, Safety National in the amount of $2,461,749
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General
The council will consider resolutions to issue $10,300,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026B, with a tax levy, and $3,500,000 in Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes, Series 2026A. The consent agenda includes a 3% salary increase for non-bargaining employees, fireworks permits, hirings, and benefit payouts for departing employees. Also up for vote is a $5,500 purchasing card program contract with Ramp Business Corporation and renewal of a debt management software contract.
- Issuance of $10,300,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026B, with a tax levy
- Issuance of $3,500,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes, Series 2026A
- 3% salary increase for non-bargaining employees effective July 1, 2026
- Fireworks displays approved: July 3 (Park Avenue Bridge) and July 5 (4550 La Porte Road)
- Purchasing card program contract with Ramp Business Corporation for $5,500
Finance Committee
The Waterloo Finance Committee will review travel requests for city staff and pre-authorize over $233,000 in expenditures for projects including a new parking ranger, technical rescue gear, and software renewals. The meeting will also cover the approval of minutes and bills.
- Travel request for OSHA 30 training (up to $5,420)
- Pre-authorization for 2026 Ford Ranger with plow (up to $48,000)
- Pre-authorization for Raw Wastewater Building Rehab ($94,540)
- Pre-authorization for Phase 2 Kitchen Remodels ($83,610)
- Pre-authorization for Technical Rescue Gear ($15,457)
City Council Work Session
The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss an ordinance amending the city code on public urination and receive an update from the economic development organization Grow Cedar Valley. No formal votes or public comment will be taken during the session.
- Discussion of ordinance amending Waterloo City Code Section 5-2-9 (Public Urination)
- Update from Grow Cedar Valley
City Council Work Session
The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to review the eight-point Community Vision Plan covering housing, downtown redevelopment, sports tourism, and equity. The council will also consider a motion to approve a Class C premises update alcohol license for the WCA Building & Amphitheatre at 225 Commercial Street.
- Discussion of Community Vision Plan with eight goals: Fly the W, Elevate Housing, Celebrate and Connect Neighborhoods, Waterloo Works, Crossroads Doubledown, Power Up Downtown, Sportstown USA, Community of Opportunity
- Motion to approve Class C premises update alcohol license for WCA Building & Amphitheatre (225 Commercial St.), expiring 06/21/2026
The City Council approved a Class C Premises Update Alcohol License with outdoor service for the WCA Building & Amphitheatre at 225 Commercial Street, with an expiration date of June 21, 2026. The motion passed on a voice vote with five ayes; two council members were absent.
- Approved Class C Premises Update Alcohol License with outdoor service for WCA Building & Amphitheatre (5-0 voice vote)
General
The City Council will meet for a special session to consider several financial resolutions. These include proposals regarding sewer revenue capital loan notes and the sale of general obligation bonds.
- Acceptance of proposal to purchase $3,500,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes Series 2026A
- Sale of $10,300,000.00 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026B
- Sale of $1,700,000.00 Taxable General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026C
The City Council approved the sale of two sets of General Obligation Bonds and the purchase of Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes. These financial actions provide funding for city obligations and sewer capital projects.
- Approved purchase of $3,500,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes Series 2026A (6-0)
- Approved sale of $10,300,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026B (6-0)
- Approved sale of $1,700,000 Taxable General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026C (6-0)
City Council Regular Session
The City Council will vote on several development agreements, including a $5.5 million renovation at 4000 University. The body is also deciding on a new employment agreement for Police Chief Rob Duncan and a five-year parking management contract with PCI Municipal Services LLC.
- Educational Services Contract with Grout Museum, Inc. for $625,000.00
- Development Agreement with Highlands Enterprises, LLC for renovation at 4000 University with a minimum assessed value of $5,500,000.00
- Cooperative Agreement with Iowa Department of Transportation for $710,000.00 for Edwards Street Stormwater Lift Station Upgrades
- Employment Agreement for Police Chief Rob Duncan
- Development Agreement with Black River Bells, LLC for a commercial building at 2065 Logan Avenue with a minimum assessed value of $1,045,000.00
The City Council approved multiple resolutions including a police chief employment agreement, museum services, and parking management. A proposed property acquisition on Lafayette Street failed, and a development agreement for an accessory structure was tabled indefinitely.
- Approved agenda with Resolution #11 removed (6-0)
- Approved May 18, 2026, meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved driveway waiver at 1103 Upton Avenue (6-0)
- Approved asbestos abatement plans for 1442 Sycamore Street (6-0)
- Set public hearing for Katoski Drive/Huntington Road reconstruction (6-0)
- Awarded $20,000 in hotel/motel tax funds to Americans for Independent Living (6-0)
- Approved change order for Broadway Traffic Adaptive Project (6-0)
- Approved employment agreement for Police Chief Rob Duncan (6-0)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will consider numerous pre-authorizations for equipment purchases and repairs, including a street sweeper ($298k), a refueling trailer ($44k), and emergency sewer bypass pumping ($166k). They will also review travel requests for police training, a budget amendment for traffic signal trailers, and a refund for erroneous sewer charges.
- Street sweeper replacement ($298,334.73)
- Refueling trailer for snow/flood events ($44,861)
- Temporary signal trailers purchase (NTE $70,000 from TSIP grant)
- Emergency sewer bypass pumping for Nevada Street repair ($166,045)
- Fire Department mental health check-ups (NTE $18,975)
The committee approved travel requests for four officers and staff totaling $11,569, and pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500 including a $298,334 street sweeper, $69,503 for two Chevy Colorado trucks, and $44,361 for a refueling trailer. It also approved a $50,000 budget amendment for temporary signal trailers and a $843.47 refund for erroneously billed sanitary sewer and storm water fees at 909 W. 3rd Street. Bills for May 26 and June 1 were approved as presented.
- Approved travel requests: Officer Costarella ($1,425), Officers Fritz & Iverson ($8,670), Amber Chase ($442), Nancy Higby ($1,032)
- Approved pre-authorization: $298,334.73 for Elgin Pelican street sweeper
- Approved pre-authorization: $69,503.60 for two Chevy Colorado trucks (Engineering)
- Approved pre-authorization: $44,361.00 + $500 S/H for Thunder Creek refueling trailer
- Approved pre-authorization: $22,145.00 for OpenGov rental software integration
- Approved pre-authorization: $18,975.00 for 115 mental health check-ups (Fire)
- Approved pre-authorization: $31,880.00 for Elks Park shelter (CDBG-funded)
- Approved refund: $685.47 sewer and $158.00 storm water fees for 909 W. 3rd Street
City Council Work Session
The City Council will receive an update from Vandewalle and Associates regarding development in Downtown Waterloo. This work session includes the approval of minutes from the May 18, 2026, meeting.
- Update on downtown development by Vandewalle and Associates
The City Council received an update from Vandewalle and Associates on downtown revitalization efforts. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational.
- No substantive decisions made.
City Council Regular Session
The City Council will meet for a special session to conduct roll call and approve the agenda. The council is also considering a new Class C Retail Alcohol License with outdoor service for Smitty's Bar located at 709 Jefferson Street.
- Class C Retail Alcohol License with outdoor service for Smitty's Bar, 709 Jefferson Street
City Council approved a new Class C Retail Alcohol License with outdoor service for Smitty's Bar at 709 Jefferson Street, valid until 5/25/2027. The vote was 5-0 on a voice vote. Two council members were absent.
- Approved new Class C Retail Alcohol License with outdoor service for Smitty's Bar (5-0 voice vote)
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City Council Regular Session
The Waterloo City Council will hold public hearings and vote on a $6 million general obligation bond issuance, a FY2026 budget amendment, the sale of city-owned property for $500, and several tax exemptions for new housing. Numerous routine consent items including contracts, liquor licenses, and employee separations are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing on issuing up to $6,000,000 in GO Bonds (2026A) for essential corporate purposes
- Public hearing on FYE 2026 Budget Amendment (2)
- Sale of 7,507 sq ft city-owned property north of 2123 Commercial Street to R&M Metals Properties for $500
- Tax exemption for new $700,000 home at 1837 Red Tail Drive and $329,900 duplex at 4172 Mystic Drive
- FY 2027 Sidewalk Inspection and Repair Program – Zone 5B public hearing
The council approved a resolution to issue up to $6 million in general obligation bonds for essential corporate purposes, despite a resident pointing out a typographical error in the published notice that showed $600,000. The council also approved a budget amendment, authorized a runway rehabilitation project, and approved several tax exemptions and contracts.
- Approved FYE 2026 budget amendment (7-0)
- Approved resolution to issue up to $6M GO bonds (2026A) (7-0)
- Approved sale of 7,507 sq ft city property to R&M Metals for $500 (7-0)
- Approved tax exemption for new $700,000 home at 1837 Red Tail Drive (7-0)
- Approved tax exemption for new $329,900 duplex at 4172 Mystic Drive (7-0)
- Approved $23,654 sanitary sewer repair contract award to JQ Construction (7-0)
- Approved change orders: $23,020 for sewer repair, $8,846 for aquatic center (7-0)
- Approved appointments to Black Hawk County transportation policy board (7-0)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will consider multiple pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500, including major sewer bypass pumping for an emergency repair at the Eastside Interceptor, along with travel requests for city staff and refunds for billing errors. The most consequential items involve sewer bypass pumping monitoring and equipment rental totaling over $200,000.
- Pre-authorization for $93,184 for Rain for Rent personnel monitoring bypass pumping for the Eastside Interceptor emergency repair at Nevada Street
- Pre-authorization for $34,158 to replace Building Inspection's 2008 Ford Ranger unit #510802
- Pre-authorization for $21,422.50 for 23 ballistic vest replacements for police officers
- Pre-authorization for $14,644.45 for storage space rental at 304 W. 5th Street for downtown maintenance operations
- Pre-authorization for $14,180.43 amended for carpet at Airport 2nd-floor office spaces
The Finance Committee unanimously approved all items on its agenda, including eight travel requests for city staff, a list of pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500, three refunds for billing errors, and two bills payments totaling approximately $6.97 million. All votes were 3-0. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved travel for eight staff trips (3-0)
- Approved pre-authorization for sewer bypass pumping monitoring at $93,184 (3-0)
- Approved pre-authorizations for sewer bypass pumping rentals totaling over $140,000 (3-0)
- Approved pre-authorization for 23 police ballistic vest replacements at $21,422.50 (3-0)
- Approved pre-authorization for a new Ford Ranger for Building Inspection at $34,158 (3-0)
- Approved three refunds for billing errors totaling $924.01 (3-0)
- Approved bills payment of $1,310,001.06 for May 11 (3-0)
- Approved bills payment of $5,664,906.71 for May 18 (3-0)
City Council Work Session
The council will receive updates from the Black Hawk County Solid Waste Commission and Main Street Waterloo. They will also discuss proposed changes to the public comment section of the council agenda. As a work session, no public comment will be taken during the meeting.
- Update from Black Hawk County Solid Waste Commission
- Update from Main Street Waterloo
- Discussion of changes to the public comment section of the council agenda
The council held a work session receiving updates from the Black Hawk County Solid Waste Commission and Main Street Waterloo. Council discussed proposed changes to the public comment section of the agenda but took no vote. The only formal actions were approval of the agenda and previous minutes.
- Approved the work session agenda (voice vote, 6-0)
- Approved minutes of May 4, 2026 work session (voice vote, 6-0)
- Adjourned at 5:12 p.m. (voice vote, 7-0)
City Council Regular Session
The City Council will discuss several public hearings, including a site plan amendment for a 25,000 square-foot Iowa National Guard building. The body is also deciding on a variety of tax exemptions, contract awards, and the scheduling of a public hearing for $6 million in General Obligation Bonds.
- Proposed issuance of up to $6,000,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds (2026A)
- Bid award of $260,400.00 to Bituminous Materials & Supply for the Asphalt Emulsions Seal Coat Program
- Tax exemptions for a commercial building at 814 South Street ($1,347,547.00) and a home at 128 Paradise Boulevard ($459,900.00)
- Site plan amendment for a 25,000 square-foot Iowa National Guard building north of 3106 Airport Boulevard
- Support for two tax credit applications by Eastside Development Partners, LLC for 31 residential units in Franklin Gateway Neighborhood
The City Council approved an amendment to the Downtown Waterloo Riverfront Urban Renewal and Redevelopment Plan, updating projects and budgets. They also awarded a $260,400 contract for the street department asphalt emulsions seal coat program and approved a site plan amendment for a 25,000-square-foot Iowa National Guard building near the airport. Numerous consent agenda items were approved, including tax exemptions, driveway waivers, and support for a 31-unit residential development in the Franklin Gateway Neighborhood.
- Approved downtown riverfront urban renewal plan amendment (7-0)
- Awarded $260,400 seal coat contract to Bituminous Materials & Supply (7-0)
- Approved first reading of zoning map amendment for Iowa National Guard building (7-0)
- Approved tax exemptions for new commercial building at 814 South Street (7-0)
- Approved tax exemptions for new single-family home at 128 Paradise Boulevard (7-0)
- Approved support resolutions for Eastside Development Partners' tax credit applications for 31 residential units (7-0)
- Approved hiring of Travis Nichols as Park Superintendent, Jake Schaefer as Assistant Young Arena Manager, and Shelly Frein as Executive Secretary (7-0)
- Approved change orders for Fiber Backbone Project totaling $108,846.92 (7-0)
Finance Committee
The committee will review travel requests, pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500, and budget amendments. Key items include a $9.5 million bond amendment for roadways, a $711,500 property sale amendment, and a $500,000 purchase of cardiac monitors for fire rescue. Bills for April 27 and May 4, 2026, are also to be approved.
- Approve $9.5M budget amendment to recognize bond funds for roadways and backbone expenses
- Approve $711,500 budget amendment for sale of property and developer reimbursement
- Authorize up to $500,000 for nine cardiac monitors and defibrillators for Waterloo Fire Rescue
- Approve $70,000 budget amendment for airport maintenance projects
- Authorize travel and training expenses for police K9 officers, sniper course, and other staff totaling up to $10,978.97
The committee approved several budget amendments, including a $9.5M increase for roadways and backbone expenses using bond funds. Members also authorized various departmental expenditures for public safety and infrastructure and approved two bills payment reports totaling over $6.7M.
- Approved $9.5M budget amendment for roadways and backbone expense lines (3-0)
- Approved $711,500 budget amendment for property sale and economic development (3-0)
- Approved $70,000 budget amendment for Airport building and grounds maintenance (3-0)
- Approved $55,000 budget amendment for Library class supplies and professional services (3-0)
- Approved $26,255 project budget for DOT backplate replacement grant (3-0)
- Authorized expenditures including up to $500,000 for Fire cardiac monitors and $24,369.60 for Police duty weapons (3-0)
- Approved travel requests for police, GIS, and technology staff totaling $11,378.97 (3-0)
- Approved bills payments for April 27 ($2,868,420.47) and May 4 ($3,920,628.00) (3-0)
City Council Work Session
The Waterloo City Council holds a work session to discuss two items: the city manager position and proposed changes to sewer rates. No votes are taken; these are discussion items only. The public is not permitted to comment during the work session.
- Discussion of city manager position (submitted by Ward 5 Council Member Hector Salamanca Arroyo)
- Discussion of changes to sewer rates (submitted by Finance Director Bridgett Wood)
The council held discussions regarding a potential transition to a city manager or administrator form of government. Members also reviewed a proposed five percent increase in sewer rates and upcoming waste management projects.
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved April 20, 2026, Work Session minutes (6-0)
City Council Regular Session
The City Council will hold a public hearing to approve the FYE 2027 budget, including property tax askings of $54,841,779. The body will also consider rezoning land near Kimball Avenue and various infrastructure contracts.
- FYE 2027 budget with a levy rate of $21.79160 and total property tax askings of $54,841,779
- Rezoning of 28 acres from Agricultural to Business Park District west and northwest of 4634 Kimball Avenue
- Contract award of $1,607,197.68 to Peterson Contractors, Inc. for Parkview Manor and W. 3rd Street Detention Basin
- Traffic Safety Improvement Program for a roundabout at Hammond Avenue and Ridgeway Avenue totaling $470,000.00
- Purchase of a 1996 Spartan Fire Truck from the City of Stanwood for $35,000.00
The council approved the FY 2027 budget with $54,841,779 in property tax askings and a levy rate of $21.79160, passing 4-3. The budget draws $2.2 million from general fund reserves and $1 million from ARPA funds. The council also rezoned 28 acres from A-1 Agricultural to B-P Business Park (6-1) and approved a water line easement vacation for Walmart. Consent agenda items included multiple resolutions, liquor license renewals, and a $1.6 million construction contract.
- Approved FY 2027 budget with $54.8M property tax askings, levy rate $21.79160 (4-3)
- Rezoned 28 acres west of 4634 Kimball Ave from A-1 Agricultural to B-P Business Park (6-1)
- Approved easement vacation of 26,821 sq ft at 1334 Flammang Dr for Walmart (7-0)
- Approved runway 18/36 rehabilitation plans and May 14 bid opening (consent agenda)
- Approved $1,607,197.68 bid to Peterson Contractors for Parkview Manor detention basin (consent agenda)
- Approved wages for Teamsters Local 238 collective bargaining agreement (consent agenda)
- Approved liquor license renewals and new license for La Michoacana (consent agenda)
- Approved sidewalk repair program Zone 5B public hearing for May 18, 2026 (consent agenda)
Finance Committee
The Waterloo Finance Committee will review pre-authorization requests for department expenditures over $2,500 and vote on fourteen budget amendments affecting city operations, vehicle fleets, and public facilities. These decisions determine funding for emergency response equipment, road maintenance, housing software, and local park amenities.
- Pre-authorization for a $200,216 Ford F550 aerial lift truck for Central Garage/Airport
- Budget amendment allocating $885,000 in Local Option Sales Tax revenue to Streets and Roadways expenses for FY26
- Approval of $48,857.08 for Waterloo Housing Authority’s annual PHA Pro software renewal
- Pre-authorization for $28,950 to replace damaged atrium skylights at the 5th and Commercial Parking Ramp
- Budget amendment transferring $6,505,600 for airport improvements per resolutions 2025-624 and 2026-005
The Finance Committee approved several budget amendments, including a $6.5M transfer for airport improvements and $500,000 for cardiac monitors. The committee also authorized various expenditures over $2,500 and approved two bills payment reports totaling over $7.1M.
- Approved $6,505,600.00 budget amendment for airport improvements (3-0)
- Approved $500,000.00 budget amendment for nine new cardiac monitors (3-0)
- Approved $200,216.00 purchase of a 2026 Ford F550 aerial lift truck (3-0)
- Approved $51,000.00 purchase of a used 2023 Chevy Tahoe for police (3-0)
- Approved $885,000.00 budget amendment for Streets and Roadways (3-0)
- Approved $611,172.00 budget amendment for TIF capital expenses (3-0)
- Approved $239.00 storm water fee refund for 6015 Ansborough Ave (3-0)
- Approved bills payments for April 13 and April 20 totaling $7,199,295.25 (3-0)
City Council Work Session
The council will hold a work session to discuss Black Hawk County water quality, an update on the Middle Cedar Watershed Management Authority, and the Black Hawk County Watersheds project. No public comment is allowed during this work session.
- Discussion of Black Hawk County water quality
- Discussion of Middle Cedar Watershed Management Authority update
- Discussion of Black Hawk County Watersheds project
The City Council held a work session regarding nitrate levels in drinking water and updates on regional watershed management. Discussions included potential city-led watershed improvement projects and the role of soil health in water quality.
- Approved April 6, 2026, work session minutes (5-0)
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
General
The City Council will hold a special session to consider a consent agenda item approving a Class C liquor license with outdoor service for Red Carpet Golf at 1409 Newell Street, expiring April 6, 2027. The agenda also includes a presentation of the Community Vision Plan, covering eight goals such as housing, downtown revitalization, and workforce development, but no action is scheduled on the plan itself.
- Consent agenda: Motion to approve Class C liquor license with outdoor service for Red Carpet Golf, 1409 Newell Street, expiring April 6, 2027.
- Community Vision Plan outlined: eight goals including housing, neighborhood connections, workforce, Crossroads Mall redevelopment, downtown evolution, sports tourism, and equity.
City Council Regular Session
The City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine items including contracts, public hearing dates, grant actions, and personnel matters. Notable approvals include a $7.7 million reconstruction of Katoski Drive and Huntington Road, a $1 million pipelining project, and setting public hearings for the FY2027 budget and a 28-acre rezone near Kimball Avenue.
- Resolution approving $7,727,051.20 contract with Peterson Contractors for Katoski Drive and Huntington Road Reconstruction (Contract No. 1123)
- Resolution approving $1,007,505.45 contract with Municipal Pipe Tool for FY 2026 CIP Pipelining Phase VA (Contract No. 1141)
- Resolution returning $500,000 Traffic Safety Improvement Program grant for Hammond Avenue and Shaulis Road roundabout
- Resolution setting public hearing for April 20, 2026, to rezone ~28 acres from A-1 Agricultural to B-P Business Park near 4634 Kimball Avenue
- Resolution setting public hearing for April 20, 2026, to approve FY 2027 budget
The City Council approved a $7.7 million contract for the Katoski Drive and Huntington Road Reconstruction. Other actions included scheduling public hearings for the FY 2027 budget and a business park rezoning request.
- Approved $7,727,051.20 contract to Peterson Contractors, Inc. for Katoski Drive and Huntington Road Reconstruction (7-0)
- Approved $1,007,505.45 contract to Municipal Pipe Tool Co., LLC for FY 2026 CIP Pipelining Phase VA (7-0)
- Approved $9,177.00 bid to Thome Excavating and Grading for demolition at 233 Gable St. (7-0)
- Set April 20, 2026, public hearing for FY 2027 budget (7-0)
- Set April 20, 2026, public hearing for 28-acre rezoning to Business Park District near 4634 Kimball Avenue (7-0)
- Set May 4, 2026, public hearing for Downtown Waterloo Riverfront Urban Renewal and Redevelopment Plan amendment (7-0)
- Approved $20,000 hotel/motel tax funds for Main Street Waterloo Red, White & Loo Project (7-0)
- Approved $5,000 hotel/motel tax funds for North End Arts and Music Fest (7-0)
City Council Regular Session
The Finance Committee is meeting to approve travel requests and expenditures over $2,500. The body will consider several budget amendments and the purchase of business licensing software for the City Clerk's Office.
- Purchase of OpenGov business licensing software for $88,828.87
- Expenditure of $50,000 for KSB pump repair parts at E. 6th Street Storm Lift Station
- Expenditure of $55,800 for pavement marking materials
- Purchase of 733 refuse carts for $42,987.30
- Budget amendment of $116,798 to upgrade Airfield Lighting Control Maintenance System
The Finance Committee unanimously approved all agenda items, including 13 travel requests for city staff, 24 pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500, 11 budget line item amendments, and three bills payments totaling $12,052,024.38. All votes were 3-0. The committee also discussed future oversight of high-cost travel expenses.
- Approved 13 travel requests for police, finance, and leisure services staff (unanimous)
- Approved $28,276.66 pre-authorization for airport fire alarm panel replacement
- Approved $88,828.87 pre-authorization for OpenGov business licensing software
- Approved $15,000 pre-authorization for police K-9 purchase and training
- Approved $116,798 budget amendment for airfield lighting upgrade at airport
- Approved $110,000 budget amendment for OpenGov software transition
- Approved $100,000 budget amendment for city facility expenses
- Approved bills payments of $6,375,037.14, $2,248,199.85, and $3,428,787.39
City Council Work Session
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY2027 budget, adding a park to the Walnut Neighborhood, and adding a drone for firefighting services. No public comment will be received as per Iowa Code. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and roll call.
- Discussion of FY2027 budget (led by Finance Director Bridgett Wood)
- Discussion of adding a park to Walnut Neighborhood (led by Leisure Services Director Todd Derifield)
- Discussion of adding a drone for firefighting services (led by Fire Chief Bill Beck)
- Approval of March 16, 2026 work session minutes
The City Council held a work session on April 6, 2026, with no formal votes on substantive items. Discussions covered the FY2027 budget and levy rate, a proposed park in the Walnut Neighborhood, and adding a drone for firefighting services.