Waterloo public meetings in 2024

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss a Safety Action Plan submitted by Mayor Quentin Hart. The session also includes a discussion regarding parking rates and potential ordinance changes.

• Discussion of a Safety Action Plan
• Discussion of parking rates and parking ordinance changes

The City Council held a work session with no substantive decisions. They received a presentation on the Cedar Valley Community Safety System Action Plan and discussed proposed parking ordinance changes, agreeing to continue parking discussions on January 6, 2025. Only procedural motions (agenda approval, minutes approval, adjournment) were passed.

• Approved agenda as proposed (7-0)
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2024 work session (7-0)
• Adjourned at 5:09 p.m. (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various expenditures including staff travel requests and pre-authorizations for city equipment. The committee will also consider a budget amendment for the Healthy Homes Production Grant and several garbage service refund requests.

• Travel requests for building, safety, and public works staff
• Purchase of 4 Chevy Equinox vehicles for $113,797.60
• Byrnes pool deck equipment renovation for $65,377.01 including shipping
• Budget amendment for Healthy Homes Production Grant of $1,997,179.84
• Refund requests for garbage service billing errors at three properties

The Finance Committee approved travel requests for staff training, pre-authorizations for over $2,500 in expenditures including vehicles and equipment, budget amendments, refunds, and bills payments totaling $7,957,551.63. All motions passed unanimously with three votes.

• Approved travel requests for 7 staff and mayor totaling $14,826.74 (3-0)
• Approved pre-authorizations for 16 expenditures including snow plow, vehicles, software, and equipment (3-0)
• Approved budget amendment for Healthy Homes Production Grant of $1,997,179.84 (3-0)
• Approved three garbage service refunds totaling $687.67 (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $3,394,506.69 for Dec 9, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $4,563,044.94 for Dec 16, 2024 (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several resolutions including a major industrial development agreement, various infrastructure contracts, and the sale of property for housing rehabilitation. The meeting also includes discussions on bond advertisements and public hearings regarding land sales.

• Development agreement for 800,000 square feet of industrial building at CN Railroad and Leversee Road
• Sale of City-owned property to International Paper Company for $1.00
• Sale of 408 Vermont Street to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for $1.00
• Advertisement for $3,560,000.00 in General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series 2025A
• Advertisement for $28,590,000.00 in Taxable General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series 2025B

The Waterloo City Council approved a resolution setting a public hearing for the sale of city-owned property to International Paper for $1.00, with a development agreement for an 800,000-square-foot industrial building, tax rebates, and a minimum assessment agreement. The council also approved the sale of 408 Vermont Street to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for $1.00, along with a development agreement for rehabilitation and asbestos mitigation grants. All resolutions passed unanimously except the land purchase from John R. and Margaret A. Wolfe, which passed 6-1 with Council Member Boesen dissenting.

• Set public hearing for sale of city property to International Paper for $1.00 (7-0)
• Approved sale of 408 Vermont Street to Habitat for Humanity for $1.00 (7-0)
• Approved development agreement with Habitat for Humanity including $5,000 grant and up to $16,885 for asbestos mitigation (7-0)
• Approved $20,260 asbestos survey services for former Rath buildings (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 14 acres from John R. and Margaret A. Wolfe for $45,000/acre (6-1)
• Approved sludge tank cleaning contract with Nutri-Ject Systems up to $98,739.61 (7-0)
• Approved $3.56M and $28.59M bond sales for urban renewal (7-0)
• Approved speed humps on Huntington Road and Prospect Boulevard (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council Finance Committee will review travel requests for police and animal control officers, and pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500 totaling nearly $196,000. Items include vehicle replacements for Traffic Operations, equipment for Leisure Services and Sewer, and software renewals for the airport and Culture and Arts. The committee will also approve bills payable on November 25 and December 2, 2024.

• Traffic Operations: $54,137.30 for a 2025 Ford Transit 350 van replacing a 2005 Colorado
• Traffic Operations: $34,687.00 for a 2024 Colorado 4WD Crew Cab replacing a 2011 Colorado
• Leisure Services: up to $30,000 for equipment parts for golf course turf equipment
• Central Garage: $23,500 for a new tilt trailer to haul a mini excavator
• Airport: $4,891.00 for upgrades and weatherization of the parking lot license plate reader system

The Finance Committee approved the agenda as amended, removing Item No. 14, and approved the minutes of the November 18, 2024 meeting. It approved travel requests for four officers totaling $2,072, and pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500 for various city departments, including a $54,137.30 van purchase and a $34,687.00 truck purchase (the latter was removed by amendment). Bills payments for November 25 and December 2, 2024, totaling $9,657,571.31, were approved. The meeting adjourned at 5:16 p.m.

• Approved agenda as amended, removing Item No. 14 (voice vote, 3-0)
• Approved travel requests: Officer Tucker $872, Animal Control Officers Guthart and Packard $800, Officer Doland $400 (voice vote, 3-0)
• Approved pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, including $54,137.30 for a 2025 Ford Transit 350 Van and $23,000 for a Behnke trailer (voice vote, 3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $4,833,927.03 for November 25, 2024 (voice vote, 3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $4,823,644.28 for December 2, 2024 (voice vote, 3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold public hearings on issuing up to $32.5 million in taxable and general obligation urban renewal bonds for the ECP/UR projects. They will also consider approving a $3.39 million bid for the FY 2025 W.A.R.P. 4th Addition road project, property sales for housing rehabilitation, and various consent agenda items including tax exemptions, demolition contracts, and liquor licenses.

• Public hearings on issuing $18M, $10.5M, and $4M in urban renewal bonds (ECP/UR-1, -2, -3).
• Award of $3,388,768.90 bid to Baker Enterprises for FY 2025 W.A.R.P. 4th Addition road project.
• Resolution approving $339,900 demolition contract for former Saint Mary's Church and Villa at 2127 E. 4th St. and 123 E. Parker St.
• Development agreement with Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for 408 Vermont St., including $5,000 infill housing grant and up to $16,885 for asbestos mitigation.
• Sale of city-owned properties at 1027 W. 3rd St. and 128 Lincoln St. to Rock Star Real Estate for $25,200, with $20,000 in grants for rehabilitation.

The council approved a development agreement with FDP CD, LLC to exchange city-owned properties at 715 and 626 Mulberry Street for 100 E. 4th Street, including a $6.2 million grant and tax rebates, to facilitate a new city hall. The sale of two other properties to Rock Star Real Estate was tabled until January. Several other resolutions were approved, including a $3.39 million road construction bid and a $339,900 demolition contract.

• Approved $6.2M grant and property exchange with FDP CD, LLC for city hall relocation (7-0)
• Tabled sale of 1027 W. 3rd St and 128 Lincoln St to Rock Star Real Estate until January
• Approved $3,388,768.90 bid to Baker Enterprises for W.A.R.P. road project (6-0)
• Approved $339,900 demolition contract to D.W. Zinser for former Saint Mary's properties (6-0)
• Approved $3,198.98 bid to MacQueen for fire turnout gear (7-0)
• Approved $420,000 professional services agreement with Invision for Courier Building renovations (7-0)
• Approved $510,000 environmental consulting contract with Eocene Environmental Group (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at 1122 W. 4th St to conditional zoning for retail store (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council work session will approve the minutes from the November 4, 2024 meeting and receive an update from Grow Cedar Valley presented by Community Planning and Development Director Noel Anderson. No public comment will be taken during this work session.

• Approval of Minutes of November 4, 2024
• Update from Grow Cedar Valley (presented by Noel Anderson)

The City Council held a work session and received an update from Grow Cedar Valley on economic development and workforce efforts. Grow Cedar Valley staff said a data source predicts the Cedar Valley population will decline by 0.6% over the next five years, and that they have started an RFP to hire a consultant for a workforce study. The council approved the agenda, approved the November 4, 2024 work session minutes, and named Mr. Chiles as Chair. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 5:15 p.m.

• Approved the agenda as proposed (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Named Mr. Chiles as Chair (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Approved the November 4, 2024 Council Work Session minutes (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Adjourned at 5:15 p.m. (voice vote, 5 ayes)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee will discuss multiple expenditure pre-authorizations over $2,500, including a $50,343 fire truck replacement, $84,240 for sewer UV lamps, and $40,000 for streetlight poles. They will also consider travel requests and budget amendments for the Library and Fire Department. The meeting includes approval of minutes and bill payments.

• $50,343 to replace Fire Dept 2004 plow truck with 2024 F-350
• $84,240 for new UV disinfection lamps at sewer plant
• $40,000 for streetlight pole replacements citywide
• $23,680 for epoxy floor coating at Airport Hangar No. 3
• Budget amendments: $15,000 for Library youth service desk, $9,500 for Fire Dept plow truck

The Finance Committee approved travel requests, pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, budget line item amendments, and bills payments totaling $12,094,530.69. All motions passed unanimously by voice vote (3-0). No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

• Approved travel requests for 6 employees totaling $10,675.46 (3-0)
• Approved 14 pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, including $50,343 for a new fire truck and $84,240 for UV lamps (3-0)
• Approved budget amendment for $15,000 for youth service desk per Guernsey Foundation (3-0)
• Approved budget amendment for $9,500 to purchase a new plow truck (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $5,398,217.86 for November 12, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $6,696,312.83 for November 18, 2024 (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will vote on a consent agenda including the issuance of up to $32.5 million in urban renewal bonds, the sale of city-owned properties for housing, and the approval of construction contracts.

• Approval of $32.5M in Urban Renewal Bonds
• Sale of 1027 W. 3rd Street and 128 Lincoln Street for $25,200
• Award of $308,879.69 contract for Prefabricated Shelter at 1700 Idaho Street
• Approval of Kingsley Avenue Reconstruction project completion
• Appointment of Latoya Hall as Housing Coordinator

The Waterloo City Council approved a development agreement with Waterloo Crossroads Development, LLC for the redevelopment of the Crossroads Mall area, with over $20 million in planned improvements. The council also approved multiple urban renewal plan amendments, a moratorium on hobby farm permits, and various contracts and agreements.

• Approved Crossroads Mall redevelopment agreement (6-0)
• Approved moratorium on hobby farm permits (6-0)
• Approved $18M, $10.5M, and $4M bond hearing dates (6-0)
• Approved $308,879.69 bid for prefabricated shelter (6-0)
• Approved $420,000 grant for 26-unit housing at 722 Water Street (6-0)
• Approved $24,700 AECOM skywalk repair agreement (6-0)
• Approved $99,300 AECOM sewer improvement agreement (6-0)
• Approved $148,640 gas main extension agreement (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council work session will approve the minutes from the October 7, 2024 work session. Council members will discuss a proposed moratorium on hobby farms, introduced by Ward 2 Council Member Dave Boesen. The meeting will also include a discussion of the Building Blocks software with Tolemi, presented by Mayor Quentin Hart.

• Approval of minutes from the October 7, 2024 work session
• Discussion of a moratorium on hobby farms (submitted by Council Member Dave Boesen)
• Discussion of the Building Blocks software with Tolemi (submitted by Mayor Quentin Hart)

The City Council discussed a proposed moratorium on hobby farms due to recurring variance requests and compliance issues. Council members agreed to place a resolution declaring a moratorium on the next council agenda. No formal action was taken at this work session; the only votes were to approve the agenda and the previous meeting's minutes.

• Agreed to place a resolution declaring a moratorium on hobby farms on the next council agenda
• Approved the agenda as proposed (6-0)
• Approved the October 7, 2024 Council Work Session minutes as proposed (6-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing several pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500 and budget amendments. Key items include equipment for the Street Department, Police Department vehicle replacements, and various facility repairs.

• Purchase of a large asphalt paver for $263,837.00 plus $5,000.00 S/H
• Purchase of five Chevy Equinox vehicles for the Police Department totaling $142,247.00
• Sewer hydraulic pump system expenditure of $82,500.00 plus $1,800.00 S/H
• Budget amendment of $150,000.00 for unmarked police vehicles
• Purchase of a 6,500 gallon brine tank for $31,296.23 plus $1,500.00 S/H

The Waterloo Finance Committee approved several travel requests, equipment expenditures exceeding $2,500, and budget amendments for the Library and Police Department. The committee also authorized the payment of city bills totaling over $8 million across two invoice reports.

• Approved four travel requests for city staff (3-0)
• Approved 19 pre-authorized expenditures over $2,500 (3-0)
• Approved budget amendment for Library printer contract ($14,607.47) (3-0)
• Approved budget amendment for Police vehicle purchases ($150,000) (3-0)
• Approved three property utility fee refunds (3-0)
• Approved Oct 28 bills payment of $3,892,413.39 (3-0)
• Approved Nov 4 bills payment of $4,172,987.00 (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council is reviewing bids for demolition and site clearance services across multiple properties. The body is also considering tax exemptions for new construction and a transit vehicle parking agreement.

• Award of $118,000 and $198,000 demolition contracts to D.W. Zinser Company, Inc. for various city and development corp properties
• HSIP Grant application for $640,000 for systemic snow protection of red signals
• Tax exemptions for a new garage at 1330 Wallgate Avenue ($17,000) and a home at 4455 Charm Drive ($340,000)
• Farm Lease Agreement with Lanehaven Farms, Inc. for 70.25 acres at $300 per acre
• Property Use Agreement with Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments for transit parking near 1325 Black Hawk Street

The Waterloo City Council approved a liquor license renewal for The Next Level after discussing security concerns. The council also awarded several demolition and clearance contracts, approved engineering and development agreements, and authorized various property leases and staff appointments.

• Approved liquor license renewal for The Next Level at 229 E. 4th Street (5-2)
• Approved $118,000 demolition contract with D.W. Zinser Company for Contract No. D-2024-10-06P (7-0)
• Approved $198,000 demolition contract with D.W. Zinser Co. for Contract No. D-2024-10-04P (7-0)
• Approved property use agreement with Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments for transit parking near 1325 Black Hawk Street (7-0)
• Approved farm lease agreement with Lanehaven Farms, Inc. for $21,075.00 annual rental (7-0)
• Approved development agreement with Kent Dierks for 3169 West Airline Highway with a 50% tax rebate for five years (7-0)
• Approved project demolition agreement with Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for 512 Almond Street and 222 Randall Street (7-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. up to $667,900.00 for University Avenue Area TIF District projects (6-1)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing travel requests, bill payments, and various expenditures over $2,500. The body is also considering budget amendments for several grant-funded traffic and police projects.

• Proposed $1,100,000 budget for Broadway ASCT Project and $910,000 for Ansborough Avenue ASCT Project
• Expenditure of $99,750 for replacement of a damaged northbound overhead signal on Hwy. 218
• Purchase of 1.27 acres of emergent wetland credits for $40,322.50
• Proposed $88,000 Highway Safety Fund Grant and $36,113 Federal Violence Against Women grant for Police
• Software renewal for City Clerk (Laserfiche) totaling $18,979.07

The Finance Committee approved travel requests, pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, budget line item amendments, and bills payments totaling $12,130,645.97. All motions passed unanimously with three ayes. No substantive policy decisions were made; actions were routine financial approvals.

• Approved travel requests for staff training totaling $11,828.91 (3-0)
• Approved 18 pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, including $99,750 for Hwy. 218 signal replacement (3-0)
• Approved budget amendments for Park Avenue bike lane paint removal ($7,300), Violence Against Women grant ($36,113), Highway Safety Fund grant ($88,000), Ansborough ASCT project ($910,000), and Broadway ASCT project ($1,100,000) (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $5,369,916.05 for October 14, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $6,760,729.92 for October 21, 2024 (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will discuss the Community Vision Plan and vote on a series of routine resolutions. It will set dates for public hearings on several urban renewal and redevelopment plans, and approve specific contracts and purchases. Items include a $4,000 youth safety grant, a wetland restoration contract, and the police vehicle purchase.

• Resolution to set a public hearing on Nov 4, 2024 for a property use agreement at 1325 Black Hawk Street for transit vehicle parking
• Resolution to set a public hearing on Nov 18, 2024 to amend the Crossroads Waterloo Urban Renewal and Redevelopment Plan
• Resolution approving a $4,000 public service grant from the Waterloo Elks Lodge for youth safety and education
• Resolution approving the contract with Shift General Contracting (Contract No. 1109) for FY 2025 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive Wetland A Restoration
• Resolution authorizing purchase of two Chevy Colorado vehicles for the Police Department for $69,375.60 from Karl Chevrolet

The City Council approved the sale of vacant lots in the Walnut Neighborhood to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for $1.00 each and a $15,000 infill housing grant for three homes. The council also approved several public hearing dates for urban renewal plan amendments and a $750,000 federal agreement for a railyard relocation study.

• Approved sale of Walnut Neighborhood lots to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for $1.00 each (7-0)
• Approved $15,000 Infill Housing Grant for three Habitat for Humanity homes (7-0)
• Approved $750,000 Federal-aid Agreement for Railyard Relocation Study (7-0)
• Approved $69,375.60 purchase of two Chevy Colorados for Police Department (7-0)
• Approved $4,000 public service grant from Waterloo Elks Lodge for youth safety (7-0)
• Approved sale of 1,250 sq ft of city property near 4805 Edgebrook Drive for $1.00 (7-0)
• Approved $52,600 supplemental agreement for 11th St and Park Ave Bridge project (7-0)
• Approved $3,397.50 annual weather radar forecasting contract with BAMWX (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss civil service procedures. This item was submitted by Assistant Human Resources Director Missy Gearhart.

• Discussion on Civil Service Procedures

The City Council held a work session to discuss Civil Service recruitment and hiring procedures, following a presentation from Assistant Human Resources Director Missy Gearhart. Gearhart requested that the council consider suspending the Civil Service process for critical employees to speed up hiring, noting recent changes to state code under Senate File 2205. No formal decisions or votes on suspending the process were made during the work session.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0 voice vote)
• Adjourned the work session at 5:11 p.m. (7-0 voice vote)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing several spending requests, including emergency equipment repairs and infrastructure upgrades. The body will also consider budget amendments for the Police Department and Airport projects.

• Emergency transmission repair for John Deere 7200R Tractor at the Airport: $57,971.00
• Trailer for asphalt paver and large roller for Street Dept: $47,980.00
• Downtown Waterloo street light pole upgrades: up to $30,000.00
• Pedestrian signal and LED installation: up to $30,000.00
• FY-25 Iowa DOT Commercial Service Vertical Infrastructure project budget: $124,902.00

The Finance Committee approved the agenda, minutes, and several travel requests. It also approved pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500 for various department projects, including an emergency tractor repair, network connectivity, a trailer, street light poles, and pedestrian signals. Budget line item amendments were approved for the ODEF project, an airport vertical infrastructure project, and an air service development grant. The committee approved the bills payment of $9,861,226.73.

• Approved travel requests for GIS Coordinator and Fire Marshal/Inspector (3-0)
• Approved $57,971 for airport tractor transmission repair (3-0)
• Approved $3,057.66 for Shaulis Road network connectivity (3-0)
• Approved $47,230 + $750 S/H for street dept trailer (3-0)
• Approved NTE $30,000 for downtown street light poles (3-0)
• Approved NTE $30,000 for pedestrian signals (3-0)
• Approved budget amendments for ODEF, airport projects, and air service grant (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $9,861,226.73 (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider a consent agenda featuring multiple infrastructure contracts, airport grants, and personnel appointments. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding asbestos abatement services for specific city properties.

• Purchase of one Ford F-550 Superliner Type I Ambulance for $301,401.00
• Asbestos abatement contract awarded to Advanced Environmental, Inc. for $28,700.00
• Iowa DOT grants for the Regional Airport totaling $172,902.00 for advertising and terminal upgrades
• Tax exemptions for a new single family home valued at $400,000.00 at 618 Creston Avenue
• Proposed $15,000.00 grant to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for infill housing in the Walnut Neighborhood

The Waterloo City Council approved a full consent agenda and a series of resolutions, including an $18 million supplement to the Waterloo Fiber reimbursement agreement and a $699,900 purchase of about 14.2 acres west of 1101 Van Miller Way for a stormwater basin. The council also awarded a $28,700 asbestos abatement contract and a $349,172.14 wetland restoration contract, both below engineer estimates. All recorded votes were 7-0. Public comment included questions about a development agreement's $4 million assessed-value threshold and fiber cabinet damage.

• Approved consent agenda including bills payment of $9,861,226.73 (7-0)
• Approved $18M supplement to Fiber Project Reimbursement Agreement with Waterloo Fiber (7-0)
• Approved $699,900 purchase of ~14.2 acres west of 1101 Van Miller Way for stormwater basin, plus up to $2,000 closing costs (7-0)
• Awarded $28,700 asbestos abatement contract to Advanced Environmental (7-0)
• Awarded $349,172.14 MLK Jr. Drive Wetland A Restoration contract to Shift General Contracting (7-0)
• Approved $595,271.60 gas main extension agreement with MidAmerican Energy for South Waterloo Business Park (7-0)
• Approved $301,401 ambulance purchase through HGACBuy cooperative (7-0)
• Approved $66,800 Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with AECOM for LaPorte Road Improvements Phase I (7-0)

General

The Finance Committee will review and approve travel requests for city staff. It will also authorize expenditures over $2,500 for projects such as a Bobcat excavator, parking ramp updates, and sewer pump replacement, and consider budget amendments for leisure services advertising.

• Purchase of Bobcat E60 Compact Excavator for $109,449.99 (+ $2,000 S/H) for sewer work
• Updates to Commercial Street Parking Ramp, Atrium & Skywalk for $94,728.00
• Turbocharger replacement on Central Garage truck #194A05 for $2,573.23 (+ $250 S/H)
• Approve $15,000 On Media advertising for Golf and $15,000 for SportsPlex funded by Hotel Motel Discretionary funds
• Travel request for LeKeisha Veasley (Housing Authority Director) to attend HOTMA Training, up to $1,900.00

The Finance Committee approved all agenda items, including travel requests, pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, budget line item amendments, and the bills payment. The largest expenditure was $94,728 for Commercial Street Parking Ramp, Atrium & Skywalk updates. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved travel requests for 8 employees totaling up to $9,785.36 (3-0)
• Approved $94,728 for Commercial Street Parking Ramp, Atrium & Skywalk updates (3-0)
• Approved $109,449.99 for Bobcat E60 compact excavator (3-0)
• Approved $36,349.56 for INRCOG FY25 membership dues (3-0)
• Approved $36,515.00 for 670 garbage carts (3-0)
• Approved $62,110.00 for pump replacement at Midway Lift Station (3-0)
• Approved $18,995.00 for nicotine smoke detection at Ridgeway Towers (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $4,734,119.76 (3-0)

General

The City Council is reviewing requests to vacate Elm Street and rezone land adjacent to 1515 Sycamore Street. These actions support a site plan amendment to convert the Rath Administration Building into housing. The council will also consider a funding agreement for property demolitions.

• Site plan amendment for 87 residential units at 1515 Sycamore Street
• Rezoning of 0.21 acres from Heavy Industrial (M-2) to Planned Commercial (C-P) at 1515 Sycamore Street
• Vacation of Elm Street from Sycamore Street to Lafayette Street
• Project Funding Agreement with Waterloo Development Corporation for demolition of 100 Commercial Street, 118 Sycamore Street, and 128 Sycamore Street
• Renewal and new liquor licenses for 13 establishments, including Dub's Pub and Dallas Fresh Waterloo

The Waterloo City Council approved three ordinances related to the redevelopment of the Rath Administration Building at 1515 Sycamore Street, including vacating a portion of Elm Street, rezoning 0.21 acres from heavy industrial to planned commercial, and approving a site plan amendment for 87 residential units with reduced parking. The council also approved a resolution for demolition of three properties and paid bills totaling $4,734,119.76. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Adopted ordinance vacating Elm Street from Sycamore to Lafayette (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance rezoning 0.21 acres from M-2 to C-P at 1515 Sycamore St (6-0)
• Adopted site plan amendment for Rath Building redevelopment into 87 units (6-0)
• Approved resolution for demolition of 100 Commercial St, 118 & 128 Sycamore St (6-0)
• Approved bills payment of $4,734,119.76 (6-0)
• Approved 12 liquor license renewals and new licenses (6-0)
• Approved burning yard waste exception for George Wyth State Park (6-0)

General

The Waterloo City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes routine items and a motion to approve a fireworks display on Main Street and the 4th Street bridge on September 28, 2024, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The meeting also includes roll call, agenda approval, and adjournment.

• Consent agenda for routine resolutions
• Motion approving Application for Fireworks Display: Main Street Waterloo, September 28, 2024, 4th Street bridge, 7:00‑10:00 p.m.

The Waterloo City Council met in special session and approved the agenda and consent agenda, which included a permit for a fireworks display by Main Street Waterloo on September 28, 2024, at the 4th Street bridge. The council adjourned shortly after. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as proposed (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including fireworks display permit for Sept. 28 at 4th Street bridge (4-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee will review and vote on 26 new equipment purchases totaling over $1.7 million, 3 travel requests totaling $4,855.74, and 2 budget amendments including a $642,400 federal grant for building cleanup and a $407,000 increase for street project equipment. The meeting will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and bills for payment.

• $35,337 for airport forklift
• $66,358.53 for 21 sets of firefighter turnout gear
• $614,865.83 for new sewer combo truck
• $366,000 for chip sealing projects
• $309,000 for asphalt distributor

The Finance Committee approved the agenda, minutes, and three travel requests. It also approved 24 pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, including a $614,865.83 sewer combo truck, $66,358.53 for fire turnout gear, and $35,337 for an airport forklift. Two budget line item amendments were approved, including a $642,400 grant for Rath Buildings cleanup and a $407,000 increase for street equipment. Bills payments totaling $10,366,699.95 were approved.

• Approved travel requests for three staff conferences (3-0)
• Approved 24 pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, including $614,865.83 for sewer combo truck (3-0)
• Approved $642,400 budget for Rath Buildings cleanup grant (3-0)
• Approved $407,000 budget amendment for street equipment (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $4,483,150.90 for Sept 9 (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $5,883,549.05 for Sept 16 (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will discuss several residential tax exemptions and infrastructure projects. The body is setting public hearing dates for the redevelopment of the Rath Administration Building into 87 residential units and the vacation of Elm Street. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding the reallocation of up to $142,000 in bond proceeds.

• Proposed redevelopment of Rath Administration Building into 87 residential units at 1515 Sycamore Street
• ICAAP grant application for $700,000.00 for a roundabout at Hammond Avenue and Ridgeway Avenue
• Tax exemptions for new home construction at 125 Goldcrest Court ($552,000), 1440 Partridge Lane ($516,000), and 1427 Partridge Lane ($384,500)
• Purchase of a 2024 Ford F350 for the Fire Department for $47,659.25
• Public hearing for reallocation of General Obligation Bond Series 2022B proceeds up to $142,000.00

The Waterloo City Council approved the sale of city-owned property near 919 and 918 Newell Street to Dellatan Asset Acquisition, LLC for $5,000 per property, along with a development agreement for up to 12 new residential units. The council also approved several other resolutions, including tax exemptions for new home construction, a $700,000 grant application for a roundabout, and contracts for fiber optic and sidewalk projects. All votes were unanimous except for two fiber optic contracts that passed 6-1.

• Approved sale of two city properties near 919/918 Newell St to Dellatan Asset Acquisition for $5,000 each (7-0)
• Approved development agreement with Dellatan for up to 12 new residential units (7-0)
• Approved $700,000 ICAAP grant application for Hammond/Ridgeway roundabout (7-0)
• Approved $208,547.56 bid to Brock Even Construction for FY2025 Sidewalk Repair Zone 4 (7-0)
• Approved $479,274.20 as-built contract with Entrust Solutions for Fiber Optic Network (6-1)
• Approved $48,300 design agreement with Entrust Solutions for Fiber Optic Network (6-1)
• Approved $294,500 sales agreement with Daktronics for Convention Center signage (7-0)
• Approved tax exemptions for new homes at 125 Goldcrest Ct, 1440/1427 Partridge Ln, 4139 Omaha Ave, 1235 W 7th St (7-0)

City Council Planning Session

The City Council is holding a special session to discuss the Community Vision Plan and routine business. The body will consider a new liquor license application for a local business.

• New Class C Alcohol license with Sunday Sales for Dub's Pub at 1106 La Porte Rd.

The Waterloo City Council held a brief special session via Zoom, approving the agenda and consent agenda. The only substantive action was approval of a new Class C liquor license with Sunday sales for Dub's Pub at 1106 La Porte Rd., expiring 8/31/25. The meeting adjourned at 12:01 p.m.

• Approved agenda as proposed (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including liquor license for Dub's Pub (5-0)
• Adjourned at 12:01 p.m. (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council work session will adopt the agenda, approve the minutes from the August 19, 2024 work session, and discuss the as‑built documentation for Waterloo Fiber and the City of Waterloo. No public comment will be taken during this work session. The meeting is scheduled for 4:10 PM on September 3, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from the August 19, 2024 Council Work Session
• Discussion of as‑built documentation for Waterloo Fiber and the City of Waterloo
• Roll call and adoption of agenda (procedural items)

The City Council held a work session to discuss as-built documentation for the Waterloo Fiber network, with estimated costs of $80,284 for the city and $398,989 for the utility. No formal action was taken; the discussion was informational, and the project is under budget. The council approved the agenda and the minutes of the previous work session.

• Approved agenda as proposed (voice vote, 3 ayes)
• Approved minutes of August 19, 2024 work session (voice vote, 3 ayes)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing several travel requests and expenditures exceeding $2,500. The body is also considering a budget amendment to fund a Fire Department paging system.

• New Sewer Flusher Truck for delivery after 07/01/2025: $418,570.88
• Budget amendment of $297,135.00 for a Fire Department station-specific paging system
• Uni-Cue campus railing demolition and replacement: $20,240.00
• Leisure Services Clark S25 Forklift: $27,000.00
• Hazardous tree removal at 407 Cutler: $4,595.00

The Waterloo Finance Committee approved multiple travel requests, pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500 across various city departments, and a budget line item amendment for a fire department paging system. The committee also approved bills payment reports for August 26, 2024, and September 3, 2024.

• Approved travel requests for police personnel and the Mayor (Voice vote: 3-0)
• Approved pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500 including vehicle outfitting, repairs, and equipment (Voice vote: 3-0)
• Approved budget line item amendment to increase cash on hand and machinery expenses by $297,135.00 for a Fire Department paging system (Voice vote: 3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable Invoice Report for August 26, 2024, in the amount of $3,417,942.55 (Voice vote: 3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable Invoice Report for September 3, 2024, in the amount of $3,856,634.52 (Voice vote: 3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will decide on tax exemptions for new housing and commercial projects, approve property sales for redevelopment, and set dates for public hearings on sidewalk repairs and wetland restoration. The meeting also includes routine approvals, appointments, and liquor license renewals.

• Tax exemptions for new 4-plex ($550,000) at 3665-3671 Ravenwood Circle
• Tax exemptions for new building ($1,143,936) at 1029 Thorndale Avenue
• Tax exemptions for new 8-bay storage unit ($450,000) at 175 W. 16th Street
• Sale of city property near 919/918 Newell Street for $5,000 each with infill housing grants up to $60,000
• Approval of tax exemptions for SEMS Storage LLC ($450,000) at 175 W. 16th Street

The Waterloo City Council approved a development agreement with Ryan Companies for a 225,113-square-foot warehouse at 3280 Newell Street, including a 50% tax rebate for 10 years, a $1.515M land development grant, and a $3.255M land purchase grant. The council also awarded a $424,835.90 sewer contract to Baker Enterprises and approved several tax exemptions and property sales. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved Ryan Companies warehouse development agreement with $4.77M in incentives (6-0)
• Awarded $424,835.90 sewer contract to Baker Enterprises for State Street project (6-0)
• Approved tax exemption for Babic Properties 4-plex at 3665-3671 Ravenwood Circle (6-0)
• Approved tax exemption for Nagle Sign Company building at 1029 Thorndale Avenue (6-0)
• Approved tax exemption for SEMS Storage 8-bay unit at 175 W. 16th Street (6-0)
• Approved sale of city property near 919 Newell Street to Dellatan Asset Acquisition for $5,000 each (6-0)
• Approved $36,000 hotel/motel tax funds for police presence at community events (6-0)
• Approved purchase of two Chevy Malibus for police for $49,360 (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss station-specific paging. This item was submitted by Fire Chief Bill Beck.

• Discussion of station-specific paging

The City Council held a work session to discuss a proposed station-specific fire paging system, estimated at $545,000 plus an annual subscription fee of about $60,000. No formal decision was made; the council asked the fire chief to provide more detailed funding and cost information for future consideration.

• Approved agenda as proposed (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Approved minutes of August 5, 2024 work session (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Adjourned at 5:09 p.m. (voice vote, 7 ayes)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee will consider travel requests for city staff and pre‑authorization to spend over $2,500 on various equipment and services. Items include Chromebook purchases for Central Garage, a new Daktronics display for Culture & Arts, and a multi‑space pay station system for downtown parking. The committee will also approve bill payments for August 12 and August 19 before adjourning.

• Travel request: Lt. Girsch and Sgt. J. Ehlers to Des Moines, IA, $1,728.00
• Central Garage exhaust filter replacement, $3,823.11 plus $500 shipping
• Culture & Arts Daktronics display signage, $38,137.00
• Finance MS3 Multi‑Space Pay Stations, $153,910.00 plus $8,049.75 shipping/handling
• Police Lexipol software renewal, $27,296.80

The Finance Committee approved all agenda items, including seven travel requests, 19 pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, and two bills payments totaling $8,977,710.76. All motions passed unanimously by voice vote.

• Approved 7 travel requests totaling $17,696 (3-0)
• Approved 19 pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500 (3-0)
• Approved $38,137 for Daktronics display signage replacement (3-0)
• Approved $153,910 for 21 multi-space pay stations (3-0)
• Approved $5,045,903.37 bills payment for August 12, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved $3,931,807.39 bills payment for August 19, 2024 (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts, property sales, and liquor license renewals. Key items include drainage improvements and residential development agreements.

• Professional Services Agreement with AECOM Technical Services for $1,732,900.00 for La Porte Road Improvements inspections
• Purchase of three Ford F450 trucks from Stivers Ford for $168,516.75
• Sale of city-owned property at 1003 Vine Street to JLS Partners Properties, LLC for $5,500.00
• Development Agreement with Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for residential units at 512 Almond Street
• Proposed sale of city-owned property east of 415 Newell Street and southeast of 1907 Black Hawk Street for $1.00 each

The City Council approved several professional service agreements, including a $1.7M contract for road inspections and a $95,492 agreement for wastewater plant upgrades. The council also authorized the sale of city-owned property at 1003 Vine Street and a development agreement with Habitat for Humanity for residential units at 512 Almond Street.

• Approved $1.73M inspection contract with AECOM for La Porte Road Improvements (7-0)
• Approved sale of 1003 Vine Street to JLS Partners Properties, LLC for $5,500 (7-0)
• Approved development agreement with Habitat for Humanity for 512 Almond Street (7-0)
• Approved $95,492 agreement with Automatic Systems Co. for WWTP Building 15 PLC Upgrades (7-0)
• Approved $168,516.75 purchase of three Ford F450 trucks for Street Department (6-1)
• Approved $125,000 supplemental agreement with AECOM for Waste Management services (7-0)
• Approved 8.5% fee agreement with ISG Inc. for Convention Center furniture planning (7-0)
• Approved FY 2025 Sidewalk Repair Assessment Program - Zone 4 resolutions (7-0)

General

The Waterloo City Council holds a special session to review and discuss the Community Vision Plan, which outlines eight strategic goals including housing redevelopment, downtown revitalization, and workforce growth. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda; the meeting focuses on public discussion of these priorities.

• Five-day Class C liquor license approval for Riverloop Expo Plaza at 327 W. 3rd Street, expiring August 13, 2024

The Waterloo City Council met in special session and approved a five-day Class C liquor license with outdoor service for Riverloop Expo Plaza at 327 W. 3rd Street, expiring August 13, 2024. The council also named Mr. Boesen as acting chair and approved the agenda. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved five-day Class C liquor license with outdoor service for Riverloop Expo Plaza (4-0)
• Named Mr. Boesen as acting chair (4-0)
• Approved the agenda as proposed (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss downtown parking policies. Public comment is not permitted during work sessions per Iowa Code Chapter 21. The meeting is scheduled for August 5, 2024, at 4:15 PM in the Harold E. Getty Council Chambers.

The City Council held a work session and discussed the downtown parking study results presented by Finance Director Bridgett Wood. Council members agreed to reduce the enforcement area and use kiosks for payments, with further details to be addressed later. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only actions were approving the agenda and adjourning.

• Approved agenda as proposed (6-0)
• Agreed to reduce parking enforcement area and use kiosks for payments (discussion only)
• Adjourned at 4:53 p.m. (6-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee reviews and approves travel requests, pre-authorizations over $2,500, budget amendments, and bills payment. This meeting covers training costs for officers and fire services, infrastructure upgrades at the airport and city facilities, equipment purchases for maintenance and leisure services, and a $1.1M grant budget for airport rescue operations.

• $8,350 travel request for Officer G. Camarata to attend ILEA Basic Certification Course
• $7,812 for tar to seal airfield cracks at Waterloo Airport
• $12,125 for data cabling in new TSA office space at Waterloo Airport
• $70,000 FY25 funding for operations at Fairview Cemetery
• $1,115,838 approved Project Budget for Airport Rescue Grant (ARPA)

The Finance Committee approved the agenda, minutes, and several travel requests for city staff. They also approved pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500, including airport and building maintenance projects, and amended budget line items. The committee approved the bills payment of $8,286,722.41, with a question raised about fuel expenses that will be investigated.

• Approved travel requests for five officers and staff totaling $17,900 (3-0)
• Approved pre-authorizations for 11 expenditures over $2,500, including $70,000 for Fairview Cemetery operations (3-0)
• Approved Airport Rescue Grant (ARPA) project budget of $1,115,838 (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $8,286,722.41 (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review a consent agenda featuring multiple tax exemption requests for new residential and commercial construction. The body is also considering several Iowa DOT grant applications for traffic safety and infrastructure improvements.

• Tax exemptions for new homes at 4136 Omaha Avenue ($270,000), 121 Goldcrest Court ($604,612), 107 Coral Drive ($300,000), 115 Axlewood Drive ($310,000), and 109 Coral Drive ($285,000)
• Tax exemption for a new shop building at 1714 River Street valued at $400,000
• Iowa DOT grant applications including $500,000 for a roundabout at Hammond Avenue and Ridgeway Avenue
• Proposed sale of city-owned property at 1003 Vine Street to JLS Partners Properties, LLC for $5,500
• Purchase of a 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 for $44,000 for the Leisure Services Department

The Waterloo City Council approved a $5.5 million sewer revenue capital loan note and a development agreement for a mixed-use project at 503 Commercial Street, including tax rebates and an infill housing incentive. The council also approved the sale of city-owned property at 203 Lafayette Street to Cedar River Renaissance, LLC, and the purchase of 1651 Sycamore Street for $250,000. All votes were 6-0 except the Lafayette sale, which passed 4-2.

• Approved $5.5M Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Note, Series 2024E (6-0)
• Approved development agreement for 503 Commercial St. mixed-use project with tax rebates and $5,000/unit infill incentive (6-0)
• Approved sale of city property at 203 Lafayette St. to Cedar River Renaissance, LLC for $5,000 (4-2)
• Approved purchase of 1651 Sycamore St. from Gift of Life Ministries for $250,000 plus closing costs (6-0)
• Approved $8.29M in bills and consent agenda items (6-0)
• Approved $98,220 contract for Ansborough Ave. adaptive signal control (6-0)
• Approved $116,000 contract for Broadway St. adaptive signal control (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Waterloo Fire Rescue fees for calls for service (6-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is meeting to approve staff travel requests and pre-authorize several city expenditures. The body will also consider budget amendments for police grants and school resource officers.

• Expenditure of $28,659.00 plus $400.00 S/H for airport gate operators
• Expenditure of $60,000.00 for golf course turf chemicals and fertilizers
• Expenditure of $33,105.00 for Police Graykey software license renewal
• Budget approval for School Resource Officers in the amount of $441,195.00
• Expenditure of $13,490.00 for asbestos testing and removal at the Waterloo Public Library

The Finance Committee approved travel requests, pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, budget line item amendments, and a bills payment. All motions passed unanimously by voice vote. No substantive policy decisions were made; actions were routine approvals.

• Approved travel requests for lab, fire, EMS, and paramedic training (3-0)
• Approved pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, including $28,659 for airport gate operators and $13,490 for asbestos removal at library (3-0)
• Approved budget amendments for Police grants: $22,804 Safe Neighborhood, $179,000 Byrne JAG, $441,195 School Resource Officers (3-0)
• Approved $5,000 budget amendment for Veterans Memorial Hall (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $6,454,488.86 (3-0)

General

The City Council is meeting for a special session to approve several resolutions. The primary focus is on the La Porte Road Improvements Project and funding for local educational and community services.

• Contract with Peterson Contractors, Inc. for $10,377,066.19 for FY 2024 La Porte Road Improvements Project
• Professional Services Agreement with AECOM Technical Services for $1,973,300.00 for La Porte Road Improvements Project Phases 2 and 3 design
• Contract with Grout Museum, Inc. for $625,000.00 for educational services
• Professional Services Agreement with Main Street Waterloo for $66,000.00 for Fiscal Year 2025

The Waterloo City Council approved a $10,377,066.19 construction bid from Peterson Contractors for the FY 2024 La Porte Road Improvements Project, along with a $1,973,300 design contract with AECOM. The council also approved contracts with the Grout Museum ($625,000) and Main Street Waterloo ($66,000), and adopted the consent agenda including a $6,454,488.86 bills payment. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $1,973,300 AECOM design contract for La Porte Road Phases 2 & 3 (5-0)
• Awarded $10,377,066.19 construction bid to Peterson Contractors (5-0)
• Approved $625,000 contract with Grout Museum for educational services (5-0)
• Approved $66,000 FY2025 agreement with Main Street Waterloo (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $6,454,488.86 bills payment (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council is holding a work session to receive an update from Main Street Waterloo and discuss Waterloo Fire Rescue fees. No public comment will be taken during the session. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, and adjournment.

• Update from Main Street Waterloo
• Discussion of Waterloo Fire Rescue Fees

The City Council held a work session with no substantive decisions. Chief Beck presented proposed Waterloo Fire Rescue fees, including a $500 vehicle fire fee, a spill absorbent increase from $75 to $150 per bag, and commercial building fire rates with a $1,100 minimum, to be submitted as an ordinance at a future meeting. Main Street Waterloo Director Jessica Rucker gave an update on downtown impact. The council approved the agenda and June 17 minutes and adjourned.

• Approved the agenda as proposed (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Approved the June 17, 2024 work session minutes as proposed (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Adjourned at 4:45 p.m. (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• No vote taken on proposed Waterloo Fire Rescue fees; Chief Beck plans to submit an ordinance at the next meeting

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee is meeting to approve travel requests, pre-authorize expenditures over $2,500, amend a budget line item, and pay bills. Key items include funding for a possible repair/replacement of a make-up air unit, a new backflow preventer, and software fees.

• Travel: Waterloo Housing Authority Resident Advisory Board Meetings ($500), 4 States Airport Conference ($1,425), Volunteer and Top Teen Awards Luncheon ($920)
• Leisure Services registration software annual fee: $5,349.55
• Young Arena ice system RO water improvements: $7,604.65
• Public Works make-up air unit repair/replacement: up to $40,000
• Sewer backflow preventer: $20,580

The Finance Committee approved two sets of bill payments totaling $7,603,203.02. The committee also authorized several expenditures over $2,500 for city services and approved travel requests for city officials.

• Approved $2,807,220.60 in bill payments from July 8, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved $4,795,982.42 in bill payments from July 15, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved $40,000.00 NTE for Public Works make-up air unit repair/replacement (3-0)
• Approved $20,580.00 for a new Sewer backflow preventer (3-0)
• Approved $12,727.55 for MIS Avaya phone system maintenance (3-0)
• Approved $67,170.00 budget amendment for the Sulentic Shelter Project (3-0)
• Approved travel requests for Housing Authority, Director of Aviation, and Mayor (3-0)
• Approved membership dues for US Conference of Mayors ($5,769.00) and Metro Coalition ($4,711.98) (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a regular session with a consent agenda, public hearings, and resolutions. Key items include a $1.98 million SMART grant application for transportation safety, several tax exemptions for new homes, and public hearings on property sales and the HOME Consortium plan. The meeting also includes routine approvals of contracts, personnel changes, and liquor licenses.

• Resolution to apply for $1,975,500 SMART grant for downtown transportation safety
• Tax exemptions for new homes at 4856 Shelley Court ($799,600) and 125 Coral Drive ($290,000)
• Public hearing to sell city-owned right-of-way east of 522 Albany Street for $600
• Public hearing to sell city-owned property east of 427 Rath Street for $10 with $5,000 infill housing grant
• Approval of $976,021.50 bid for Hammond Avenue Bridge replacement

The Waterloo City Council approved a series of resolutions, including $5.5 million in Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes, a $976,021.50 bridge replacement contract, and a $391,195 School Resource Officer agreement. The council also approved the FFY 24-28 HOME Consortium Consolidated Plan and funding recommendations, and authorized the sale of city-owned property east of 427 Rath Street to Ronald Lee Kisner, Jr. for $10.00, which drew two nay votes. Most items passed 5-0 or 6-0, with Council Member Simon unable to vote on several early items due to connectivity issues.

• Approved $5.5M Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024E (6-0)
• Approved $976,021.50 bid to Taylor Construction for Hammond Avenue Bridge Replacement (5-0)
• Approved School Resource Officer Agreement with Waterloo Schools: $391,195 FY2025, $410,755 FY2026 (6-0)
• Approved FFY 24-28 HOME Consortium Consolidated Plan and funding recommendations (6-0)
• Approved sale of city property east of 427 Rath Street to Ronald Lee Kisner, Jr. for $10.00 (4-2, Boesen and Simon nay)
• Approved $45,000 purchase of 360 Westfield Avenue from Cedar Valley Tech Works and Lincoln Savings Bank (5-1, Simon nay)
• Approved ordinance vacating 6,682 sq ft of right-of-way east of 522 Albany Street for $600 to Lola Burt (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills of $2,807,220.60 and $4,795,982.42 (5-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests for city staff and several pre-authorization expenditures. The committee will also consider budget amendments for road, sidewalk, and bridge projects.

• Travel requests for police, housing, and city clerk staff
• $151,821.44 for Tyler Technologies annual software maintenance
• $47,230.00 plus $750.00 shipping for a Street Department paver trailer
• $16,133,000.00 budget amendment for La Porte Road Improvements, Phase I
• $2,700,000.00 budget amendment for Hammond Avenue Bridge Replacement

Waterloo's Finance Committee met July 1, 2024 and approved budget amendments, including a $16,133,000 project budget for the FY 2024 La Porte Road Improvements Phase I. It also approved a $2,700,000 budget for the Hammond Avenue Bridge Replacement Over Sink Creek and a $790,233 budget for the FY 2025 Sergeant Road Trail Bridges Replacement. The committee approved travel requests, pre-authorizations to spend over $2,500, a refund, and bills payments totaling $6,581,857.34 and $7,363,114.48. All votes were voice votes recorded as three ayes; the meeting adjourned at 5:18 p.m.

• Approved $16,133,000 project budget for FY 2024 La Porte Road Improvements Phase I (3-0 voice vote)
• Approved $2,700,000 project budget for Hammond Avenue Bridge Replacement Over Sink Creek (3-0 voice vote)
• Approved $790,233 project budget for FY 2025 Sergeant Road Trail Bridges Replacement (3-0 voice vote)
• Approved $267,000 project budget for FY 2025 Sidewalk Ramp & Trail Repair Program - Zone 4 (3-0 voice vote)
• Approved $13,335 budget amendment for a Bullet Proof Vests Grant (3-0 voice vote)
• Approved travel requests, including $6,667 for a National Gang Research Center Conference in Chicago (3-0 voice vote)
• Approved pre-authorizations over $2,500, including $151,821.44 for Tyler Technologies software maintenance and $47,230 for a paver trailer (3-0 voice vote)
• Approved bills payments of $6,581,857.34 (June 24) and $7,363,114.48 (July 1) (3-0 voice vote)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider a resolution to appoint Robert Duncan as Police Chief. The meeting also includes multiple public hearings regarding rezoning and site plan amendments for residential, religious, and industrial projects.

• Appointment of Robert Duncan as Police Chief
• Tax exemption for new home construction at 117 Coral Drive ($296,354.00)
• Tax exemption for twin home construction at 3752-3754 Ravenwood Circle ($330,000.00)
• Purchase of two New Way Sidewinder Automated Side Loaders ($758,000.00)
• Rezoning request for 1721–1729 Mulberry Street to allow residential and community space

The Waterloo City Council approved Robert Duncan as the new Police Chief and adopted a resolution for his employment agreement, after a failed motion to table the vote. The council also approved a purchasing policy exception for two side-loaders, rezoned multiple properties, and passed an ordinance to increase sewer rates. Additionally, a resolution for a development agreement regarding 503 Commercial Street was removed by amendment.

• Approved appointment of Robert Duncan as Police Chief and Employment Agreement (7-0)
• Approved purchase of two New Way Sidewinder Automated Side Loaders for $758,000 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1721-1729 Mulberry Street from R-2 to C-P, Ordinance No. 5765 (7-0)
• Approved Site Plan Amendment for Walnut Baptist Church at 827 Fisher Drive, Ordinance No. 5766 (7-0)
• Approved Site Plan Amendment for Ryan Companies office/warehouse near 3280 Newell Street, Ordinance No. 5767 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2424 Falls Avenue from C-2 to C-2,C-Z, Ordinance No. 5768 (7-0)
• Approved asbestos abatement contract for 123 E. Parker Street to All Star Environmental for $135,679 (7-0)
• Approved sewer rate increase ordinance, Ordinance No. 5769 (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss a proposed ordinance to amend sewer fees. The session also includes an update regarding Waterloo Fiber.

• Discussion of an ordinance amending sewer fees
• Update from Waterloo Fiber

The City Council approved the agenda and minutes from the June 3, 2024, work session. Council members also held discussions regarding a proposed ordinance to amend sewer fees and received an update on the Waterloo Fiber municipal broadband project.

• Approved June 17, 2024, agenda (6-0)
• Approved June 3, 2024, minutes (6-0)
• Recessed meeting at 4:04 p.m. (7-0)
• Adjourned from recess at 4:22 p.m. (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:59 p.m. (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee will meet to review several pre-authorization requests for expenditures exceeding $2,500.00. Items include equipment for the fire department, maintenance for leisure services, and software licensing for MIS.

• $4,155.00 for fire mounting brackets for cardiac monitors and ventilators
• $13,568.58 for replacement brick pavers for Washington and West 4th Street corridors
• $6,958.45 for emergency transmission repairs to a John Deere 5093E Tractor
• $13,803.75 for rental of maintenance building space at 304 W. 5th Street
• $41,200.00 for Elements XS annual subscription, maintenance, and support

The Finance Committee approved two sets of bill payments totaling $10,807,336.76. The committee also authorized several expenditures over $2,500 for equipment, licensing, and maintenance.

• Approved June 10, 2024 Bills Payment of $3,136,421.24 (3-0)
• Approved June 17, 2024 Bills Payment of $7,670,915.52 (3-0)
• Approved $4,155.00 for Fire cardiac monitor and ventilator mounting brackets (3-0)
• Approved $13,568.58 for Leisure Services replacement brick pavers (3-0)
• Approved $6,958.45 for Leisure Services tractor transmission repairs (3-0)
• Approved $13,803.75 for Leisure Services building space rental (3-0)
• Approved $72,488.00 for MIS software licensing and subscriptions (3-0)
• Approved $4,125.00 for Planning digital media publication and $7,300.00 for Traffic pavement marking removal (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider several resolutions including tax exemptions for new homes and various zoning requests. The agenda also includes approving change orders for wastewater, road, and park projects, as well as conducting public hearings for city-owned property services.

• Tax exemption request: $290,000.00 home at 130 Axlewood Drive
• Tax exemption request: $254,000.00 home at 119 Coral Drive
• Rezoning request: Fall Auto, LLC at 2424 Falls Avenue
• Site Plan Amendment: Walnut Baptist Church at 827 Fisher Drive
• Rezoning/Remodel request: J&R Real Estate Holdings, LLC at 1721–1729 Mulberry Street

The City Council approved a 3% across-the-board salary increase for non-bargaining employees and a liability insurance premium not to exceed $2,208,847. The council also awarded an asbestos abatement contract to Advanced Environmental and approved several professional service agreements.

• Approved 3% salary increase for non-bargaining employees (7-0)
• Approved liability insurance premium up to $2,208,847 (7-0)
• Awarded $79,500 asbestos abatement contract to Advanced Environmental (7-0)
• Approved $72,000 agreement with Vandewalle and Associates for downtown planning (7-0)
• Approved $25,000 contract with Sayer Law Group for 657A case consultations (7-0)
• Approved FY 2025 Ambulance Fee Schedule (7-0)
• Approved $10.8M in total bill payments for June 10 and June 17 (7-0)
• Approved tax exemptions for new homes at 130 Axlewood Dr and 119 Coral Dr (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss an ordinance to amend Section 5-2-6 regarding discharging weapons. The session also includes updates from the Historic Preservation Commission and Grow Cedar Valley.

• Discussion of ordinance amending Section 5-2-6: Discharging Weapons
• Historic Preservation Commission update
• Grow Cedar Valley update

The council held a work session to discuss an ordinance regarding the discharge of weapons and received updates on the Dunsmore House and Grow Cedar Valley. No substantive votes were taken on the proposed ordinance or the Historic Preservation Commission's request.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved May 6, 2024, Work Session minutes (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various staff travel requests and seeking pre-authorization for several high-cost expenditures. These items include infrastructure improvements, vehicle repairs, and equipment purchases across multiple city departments.

• Crossroads Blvd. median improvement contract: $46,914.00
• Street Department mobile lift purchase: $58,786.58 plus $1,200.00 shipping
• Police patrol unit body shop repairs: $24,403.63
• Traffic camera replacement following Broadway Street reconstruction: $23,244.00
• Fire Engine #121302 automatic transmission assembly: $10,498.64 plus $150.00 shipping

The Waterloo City Council Finance Committee met on June 3, 2024, and approved two bills payment batches totaling $22,091,344.34 ($17,463,763.45 for May 28 and $4,627,580.89 for June 3). The committee also approved 21 pre-authorizations to spend over $2,500 each, covering vehicle repairs, equipment, and infrastructure, and approved seven travel requests. All votes were voice votes with three ayes; no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved bills payment of $17,463,763.45 (Accounts Payable Invoice Report dated May 28, 2024)
• Approved bills payment of $4,627,580.89 (Accounts Payable Invoice Report dated June 3, 2024)
• Approved 21 pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, including $58,786.58 for mobile lifts, $46,914 for Crossroads Blvd. median improvement, and $24,403.63 for police vehicle repairs
• Approved travel requests for seven employees/groups, including $1,896 for Officer Christiansen to attend Basic School Resource Officer School and $1,503.74 for Human Rights Director to attend a joint meeting in Arlington, VA
• Approved minutes of May 20, 2024, meeting
• Approved the meeting agenda
• Adjourned at 5:18 p.m.

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including residential tax exemptions, event grants, and construction change orders. Public hearings are scheduled regarding the sale of city-owned properties for residential development.

• Tax exemption request for twin home at 4149 Omaha Avenue ($269,900.00)
• Tax exemption request for single-family home at 4503 Charm Drive ($278,400.00)
• Housing project at 1729 Mulberry Street involving potential tax abatement and $95,000.00 in infill housing funds
• Event and Partner Hotel/Motel Tax Grants totaling $74,000.00
• Sale of property at 1738 Flower Street to Babic Properties, LLC for $10,000.00 plus a $40,000.00 infill housing grant

The City Council approved several development agreements for residential infill and industrial projects, including a 51,900 square foot industrial building. The council also updated traffic codes to designate Johnson Street and Western Avenue as one-way streets and adjusted automated traffic enforcement fees.

• Approved industrial development agreement for 3530 Marnie Avenue (7-0)
• Approved construction of 12-unit residential building near 150 Acadia Street (7-0)
• Approved sale of 1738 Flower Street for 8-plex apartment construction (7-0)
• Approved designating Johnson Street and Western Avenue as one-way streets (7-0)
• Approved updated Automated Traffic Enforcement fine schedule (7-0)
• Approved $74,000 in Hotel/Motel Tax Grants (7-0)
• Denied liquor license for Dollar General #4698 due to fire inspection failure (7-0)
• Approved sale of city property east of 127 Conger Street for $1.00 (7-0)

General

The City Council is holding a special session focused on the Community Vision Plan. The consent agenda includes a motion to approve a Class C Liquor License with Outdoor Service for Cedar Skyline Corporation, DBA Main Street Waterloo, for Lincoln Park.

• Class C Liquor License with Outdoor Service for Cedar Skyline Corporation, DBA Main Street Waterloo (Lincoln Park)

The Waterloo City Council held a special session to approve a Class C Liquor License with Outdoor Service for Cedar Skyline Corporation, doing business as Main Street Waterloo, for Lincoln Park. The license expires on May 25, 2024. The meeting was brief, lasting only two minutes, and adjourned after the single substantive item was passed by voice vote.

• Approved Class C Liquor License with Outdoor Service for Cedar Skyline Corporation (Main Street Waterloo) for Lincoln Park, expiring May 25, 2024 (Voice vote, 4 ayes)
• Approved agenda (Voice vote, 4 ayes)
• Adjourned at 4:02 p.m. (Voice vote, 4 ayes)

City Council Regular Session

The committee is reviewing travel requests for various city officials and authorizing several expenditures over $2,500. The agenda also includes special assessment refunds and bill payments.

• $39,909.30 for a 2022 Ford F150 for the Fire Marshal
• $38,550.00 plus $500.00 shipping for Broadway Street Reconstruction loop detectors
• $46,999.87 plus $500.00 shipping for a La Porte Rd/South View Lift Station pump
• $12,480.00 plus $700.00 shipping for airport passenger seat cushions
• Special assessment refunds to James Kugel and Caliber Group Property Management

The Finance Committee approved three bills payment reports, including $6,127,872.52 for May 13 and $4,689,802.57 for May 20, plus a $3,951 amendment to the April 22 report. It also approved travel requests, pre-authorizations to spend over $2,500 on items such as airport seat cushions, pool chemicals, and a sewer pump, and two refunds for special assessments billed and paid in error. All votes were voice votes with three ayes; the meeting adjourned at 5:18 p.m.

• Approved May 20 bills payment of $4,689,802.57 (voice vote, 3 ayes)
• Approved May 13 bills payment of $6,127,872.52 (voice vote, 3 ayes)
• Approved $3,951 amendment to April 22 bills payment (voice vote, 3 ayes)
• Approved travel requests including $9,472.93 for National Healthy Homes conference (voice vote, 3 ayes)
• Approved pre-authorizations over $2,500 including $46,999.87 sewer pump and $39,909.30 fire truck (voice vote, 3 ayes)
• Approved refund of $386.97 to James Kugel for special assessment billed in error (voice vote, 3 ayes)
• Approved refund of $1,901.31 to Caliber Group Property Management for special assessment billed in error (voice vote, 3 ayes)
• Adjourned at 5:18 p.m. (voice vote, 3 ayes)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider several consent agenda items including driveway waivers, infrastructure project bids, and housing tax credit applications. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the sale of city-owned property at 708 W. 3rd Street.

• Sale of 1738 Flower Street to Babic Properties, LLC for $10,000.00 including a $40,000.00 housing grant
• Bid award to Boulder Contracting, LLC for $238,017.43 for the FY 2025 Sidewalk Ramp and Trail Repair Program
• Bid award to Boulder Contracting, LLC for $94,060.66 for the FY 2024 11th Street Railroad Crossing Repair Project
• Bid award to Boulder Contracting, LLC for $53,939.44 for the FY 2024 Rainbow Drive Railroad Crossing Repair Project
• Public hearing for the sale of 708 W. 3rd Street for $2,000.00 to Tramaun Allen

The City Council approved a rezoning request for King Automotive to expand a salvage yard and awarded several infrastructure contracts to Boulder Contracting, LLC. The council also authorized the sale of city-owned properties for residential development and approved multiple driveway waivers.

• Approved rezoning 1.76 acres to Light Industrial for King Automotive salvage yard (7-0)
• Awarded $238,017.43 sidewalk and trail contract to Boulder Contracting, LLC (7-0)
• Awarded $94,060.66 and $53,939.44 railroad crossing repair contracts to Boulder Contracting, LLC (7-0)
• Approved sale of 516 Pine Street to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for $1.00 (7-0)
• Approved sale of 708 W. 3rd Street to Tramaun Allen for $2,000.00 (7-0)
• Awarded mowing contract to B&B Lawn Care, Inc. at $11.41 per lot under 1 acre (7-0)
• Authorized $66,507.20 purchase of two Chevy Traverse vehicles for Police Department (7-0)
• Approved $1,602.72 permanent easement agreement with Hy-Vee, Inc. (6-1)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss moving Animal Control to the Police Department. The session also includes a discussion regarding Habitat for Humanity activities in the Walnut and Church Row neighborhoods.

• Discussion of moving Animal Control to the Police Department
• Discussion of Habitat for Humanity activities in Walnut and Church Row neighborhoods

The Council held a work session discussing plans to transfer Animal Control operations from Public Works to the Police Department, including potential costs and staffing changes. They also reviewed Habitat for Humanity activities in the Walnut and Church Row neighborhoods, with requests for future meetings on housing recommendations. No final votes were taken on these proposals during this session.

• Agenda approved (voice vote, 6 ayes)
• April 15 minutes approved (voice vote, 6 ayes)
• Recess taken at 4:07 p.m. (voice vote, 7 ayes)
• Adjourned from recess at 4:17 p.m. (voice vote, 7 ayes)
• Council adjourned at 5:02 p.m. (voice vote, 7 ayes)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee is reviewing travel requests and expenditures exceeding $2,500. Proposed items include construction at Sulentic Park and utility pole upgrades throughout the city. The committee will also process bill payments.

• $97,169.60 for a new shelter and sidewalk at Sulentic Park
• Up to $101,000.00 for replacing and upgrading utility poles within the city
• $30,600.00 for emergency tuckpointing repairs at the Waterloo Convention Center
• $25,866.00 for 50 new Glock model 45 duty pistols
• $19,060.00 for replacing 20 expired police body armor vests

The Finance Committee approved $6,777,158.58 in bill payments. The committee also authorized multiple expenditures over $2,500 for city departments and approved several staff travel requests.

• Approved $6,777,158.58 in bill payments (3-0)
• Approved $97,169.60 for a new shelter and sidewalk at Sulentic Park (3-0)
• Approved up to $101,000.00 for replacing and upgrading city utility poles (3-0)
• Approved $30,600.00 for emergency tuckpointing at Waterloo Convention Center (3-0)
• Approved $25,866.00 for 50 Glock model 45 duty pistols (3-0)
• Approved $19,060.00 for 20 police body armor replacements (3-0)
• Approved $28,673.31 for Code Enforcement and Sidewalk Inspection app updates (3-0)
• Approved various staff travel requests for police, wastewater, and ICT personnel (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including housing tax credits, property sales, and various city vehicle purchases. The meeting also includes discussions on construction change orders for road and sewer projects.

• Tax exemption request for 306 Cottage Street ($80,000.00)
• Waterloo Housing Trust Fund Grant Agreement ($42,175.00)
• Iowa Workforce Housing Tax Credit applications for residential units at W. Ridgeway Avenue, Vermont Street, Mulberry Street, and University Avenue
• Police Department vehicle purchases totaling $334,355.98
• Street and Engineering Department Chevy Colorado Crew Cab purchases ($138,751.20 total)

The City Council authorized the issuance of three separate General Obligation Capital Loan Notes totaling $25,980,000. The council also approved several housing development applications, road reconstruction contracts, and a rezoning for affordable senior housing.

• Approved $25,980,000 in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1515 Sycamore Street for 87 affordable senior housing units (7-0)
• Approved $53,664 contract for FY 2025 Levee Rip Rap Spraying Project (7-0)
• Approved $321,490 bid for Street Department Seal Coat Program (7-0)
• Approved sale of city property at 516 Pine Street to Habitat for Humanity for $1.00 (7-0)
• Approved sale of city property south of 3620 Wagner Road to 3 Stooges LLC for $1.00 (7-0)
• Approved $224,200 purchase of a Rear Loader for Sanitation Department (6-1)
• Approved FY 2024 Budget Amendment (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee will review various travel requests for city staff and several pre-authorizations to spend over $2,500. The meeting also includes proposed budget amendments for the Human Rights Commission, Police, Building Inspection, and Planning & Zoning departments.

• Purchase of 2023 Ford F-550 Life Line Ambulance for $275,829.00
• Replacement of 25 desktop computers with monitors for $28,248.00
• Purchase of 793 large refuse and yard waste carts for $37,948.00
• Stryker Power Load System for new ambulance for $57,221.00
• Replacement of road grader front blade for $4,566.10

The Finance Committee approved $3,621,496.44 in bill payments from the April 22, 2024 report. The committee also authorized multiple expenditures over $2,500 for city departments and approved several budget line item amendments.

• Approved $3,621,496.44 in bill payments (2-0)
• Approved $275,829.00 for a 2023 Ford F-550 Life Line Ambulance (2-0)
• Approved $57,221.00 for a Stryker Power Load System for new ambulance (2-0)
• Approved $37,948.00 for 793 large sanitation carts (2-0)
• Approved $28,248.00 for 25 police desktop computers and monitors (2-0)
• Approved $20,000.00 for Frontline Public Safety Solutions software (2-0)
• Approved budget amendments for Planning & Zoning ($62,600.00) and Building Inspection ($22,732.00) (2-0)
• Approved travel requests for various city staff (2-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Council will review an amendment to the city's zoning ordinance regarding floodplain regulations. The agenda also includes a shared mobility device license and a supplemental agreement for a fiber network project.

• Amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 5079 regarding floodplain regulations
• Shared Mobility Device License with Bird Rides, Inc.
• Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Entrust Solutions Group for the Fiber-to-the-Premise project
• Cancellation of property assessment at 716 Kingsley Avenue ($325.23)
• Rejection of bids and reset of bid opening for city lot mowing services

The Waterloo City Council unanimously adopted an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to update floodplain regulations. The council also approved a supplemental agreement for a fiber-to-the-premise network project and paid $3.62 million in bills. Several resolutions were passed to cancel specific property assessments and reset bid dates for mowing services.

• Adopted Zoning Ordinance No. 5759 updating floodplain regulations (7-0)
• Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Entrust Solutions Group for fiber network project (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $3,621,496.44 (7-0)
• Approved cancellation of assessment at 716 Kingsley Avenue for $258.64 (7-0)
• Approved cancellation of sidewalk assessment for Parcel 891314351008 for $407.00 (7-0)
• Rejected bids and reset opening date to May 9, 2024, for mowing services contract (7-0)
• Approved Shared Mobility Device License with Bird Rides, Inc.
• Approved Cigarette/Tobacco/Nicotine/Vapor Permit for Puff City Smoke & Vape

General

The council will consider resolutions to accept proposals for three series of capital loan notes. The meeting also includes a motion to reconsider a vote on a supplemental agreement for a fiber network project.

• Resolution for $5,280,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024B
• Resolution for $720,000 Taxable General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024C
• Resolution for $20,000,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024D
• Reconsideration of a supplemental agreement with Entrust Solutions Group (Magellan)

The Waterloo City Council approved three resolutions authorizing the purchase of general obligation capital loan notes totaling approximately $27.28 million to fund a fiber-to-the-premise network project. The council also voted to reconsider a previous denial of a supplemental agreement with Entrust Solutions Group related to the same project, citing a lack of understanding of the addendum at the time of the original vote.

• Approved $5,280,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024B (7-0)
• Approved $720,000 Taxable General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024C (7-0)
• Approved $20,000,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024D (7-0)
• Motion to reconsider vote on Resolution No. 2024-233 (Entrust Solutions Group agreement) carried (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss a Public Purpose Policy for the Expenditure of Funds. This item was submitted by Finance Director Bridgett Wood.

• Approval of April 1, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of Public Purpose Policy for the Expenditure of Funds

The City Council held a work session to discuss a proposed policy that would allow city departments to use public funds for day-to-day items and employee recognition events. No formal vote was taken on the policy, as the session was limited to discussion and feedback from council members and staff. The meeting concluded with the adjournment of the session.

• Approved agenda for April 15, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 1, 2024 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:11 p.m. (6-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests for city staff and several pre-authorization expenditures. The committee will also consider numerous budget amendments across multiple city departments.

• Travel requests including $3,249.00 for Officer Watson and $2,660.00 for Community Development training
• Sewer department expenditures including $128,900.00 for a water truck and $167,570.74 for Ford F450 trucks
• Leisure Services requests for Byrnes Pool equipment and golf course maintenance
• Budget amendment of $8,348,041.00 for the Capital Projects fund
• Budget amendment of $2,000,000.00 for Health insurance activity

The Finance Committee approved several budget line item amendments, including a $8.3M increase for the Capital Projects fund. The committee also authorized various equipment expenditures for sewer, leisure services, and police departments, and approved two bills payment reports totaling over $5.8M.

• Approved $2,976,751.29 and $2,888,170.61 bills payments (2-0)
• Approved $8,348,041.00 budget increase for Capital Projects fund (2-0)
• Approved $2,000,000.00 budget increase for health insurance activity (2-0)
• Approved $1,999,991.00 budget increase for Healthy Homes Production Grant (2-0)
• Approved $167,570.74 for two Ford F450 sewer work trucks (2-0)
• Approved $133,875.17 for three Chevrolet Silverado sewer work trucks (2-0)
• Approved $128,900.00 for a 2018 International 7400 water truck (2-0)
• Approved travel requests for city staff and police officers (2-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Council is reviewing several items in the consent agenda, including budget amendments and property sales. Key discussions include a proposed rezoning for affordable senior housing and various infrastructure repair projects. Public hearings are scheduled for late April and early May.

• Rezoning 1515 Sycamore Street for eighty-seven affordable senior housing units
• Awarding $23,000 in hotel/motel tax funds to the Waterloo Municipal Band
• Sale of city property at 708 W. 3rd Street to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for $1.00
• $53,650 contract for Waterloo Convention Center Parking Ramp Repairs
• Public hearing for an amendment to the FYE 2024 Budget

The City Council approved the FY 2025 budget and a levy rate of $22.08917. The council also approved the sale of city-owned property for senior housing and commercial development. Several infrastructure contracts and software agreements were authorized.

• Approved FY 2025 budget with $53,138,500 property tax askings (5-2)
• Approved sale of 1515 Sycamore Street to Gearheart Moore Holdings, LLC for $1.00 for senior housing (7-0)
• Approved sale of 93.7 acres at Ansborough Ave and Highway 20 to PWM Companies, LLC for $1.00 (5-2)
• Approved $53,650 contract to Boulder Contracting for Convention Center parking ramp repairs (7-0)
• Approved $36,446.60 first-year contract with Recollect Software for Sanitation Department (7-0)
• Approved $111,850 three-year agreement with 3-GIS LLC for fiber optic asset software (7-0)
• Denied supplemental agreement with Entrust Solutions Group for fiber network project (2-5)
• Approved $23,000 and $5,000 hotel/motel tax grants to Waterloo Municipal Band and North End Arts and Music Fest (7-0)

General

The Waterloo City Council is holding a special session to conduct a public hearing regarding proposed property taxation for fiscal year 2025. The meeting also includes the community vision plan and standard procedural items.

• Public hearing on proposed property taxation for FY2025

The council conducted a public hearing to receive comments regarding proposed property taxation for FY2025. No final vote on the tax rate was recorded during this session.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Received and filed proof of publication for the tax hearing (6-0)
• Closed the public hearing and filed oral comments (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY2025 budget. The council will also consider approving minutes from the March 18, 2024, work session.

• Discussion of the FY2025 Budget
• Approval of March 18, 2024, work session minutes

The City Council held a work session on April 1, 2024, and approved its agenda and the minutes of the March 18, 2024 work session by voice vote. Finance Director Bridgett Wood gave an overview of the published FY2025 levy rates and the proposed certified budget for FY2025. No budget action was taken; the council adjourned at 5:04 p.m. after approving adjournment.

• Approved the agenda as proposed (voice vote, 7 ayes)
• Approved the March 18, 2024 work session minutes as proposed (voice vote, 7 ayes)
• Received an overview of FY2025 published levy rates and the proposed certified budget from Finance Director Bridgett Wood (no action taken)
• Approved adjournment at 5:04 p.m. (voice vote, 7 ayes)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing several pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500. The meeting includes discussions on street department equipment, sanitation tools, and police insurance premiums.

• Street Dept: ReClaimer for street resurfacing ($788,914.00 total)
• Street Dept: Compact Track Loader ($101,701.77 total)
• Street Dept: Mini-Paver with Emulsions System ($90,832.00 total)
• Leisure Services: 18 aluminum picnic tables for Gates Park and Greenbelt Lake ($12,695.50)
• Budget amendment to increase street resurfacing and repair equipment funds by $1,052,461.20

The Finance Committee approved several pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500, including a $764,664 ReClaimer for street resurfacing. They also amended the budget to add $1,052,461.20 for street equipment and $60,000 for Tri-County Forfeiture lines. Additionally, the committee approved travel requests for police and finance staff and authorized bill payments totaling over $6 million.

• Approved $764,664.00 + $24,350.00 S/H for Street Dept ReClaimer
• Approved $100,201.77 + $1,500.00 S/H for Compact Track Loader
• Approved $89,332.00 + $1,500.00 S/H for Mini-Paver
• Approved $12,792.24 for Police Axon docking station and licenses
• Approved $12,695.50 for Leisure Services picnic tables
• Approved budget amendment increasing street equipment funds by $1,052,461.20
• Approved budget amendment increasing Tri-County Forfeiture lines by $60,000.00
• Approved bill payments totaling $6,064,501.91

City Council Regular Session

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions including a request for tax exemptions on a new twin home and setting public hearing dates for the FY 2025 budget. The agenda includes various land sale proposals, infrastructure project bids, and grant applications.

• Tax exemption request for a $269,900.00 twin home at 4148 Omaha Avenue
• Public hearing set for April 15, 2024, regarding the FY 2025 budget
• Sale of city property to Gearheart Moore Holdings, LLC for $1.00 for Rath Administration Building renovation
• Sale of 93.7 acres to PWM Companies, LLC for $1.00 near Highway 20 Interchange
• Bid award to Aspro, Inc. for $3,819,933.40 for the FY 2024 Asphalt Overlay Program

The City Council approved a $3,819,933.40 contract for the FY 2024 Asphalt Overlay Program and a development agreement for 56 residential units at 10 West 4th Street. The council also scheduled public hearings for the FY 2025 budget and several property sales. Additionally, a civil penalty was assessed to the Snack Shack for selling tobacco to a minor.

• Approved $3,819,933.40 asphalt overlay contract to Aspro, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved development agreement for 56 residential units at 10 West 4th Street (7-0)
• Approved $65,000 professional service agreement with Invision for Public Market Renovations (7-0)
• Approved bid to P&J Lawn Care for complaint mowing and snow removal (7-0)
• Approved $125,500 agreement with HR Green for Rath buildings environmental cleanup (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5755 amending Rental Housing Code fee payments (7-0)
• Assessed civil penalty to Snack Shack for sale of tobacco to minor (7-0)
• Scheduled FY 2025 budget public hearing for April 15, 2024 (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several city operations. Topics include street traffic near Irving School, updates on sanitation department technology, and an ordinance regarding rental application fees.

• Discussion of a one-way street in front of Irving School
• Sanitation Department update on technology and operations
• Discussion of an ordinance regarding rental application fees

The Waterloo City Council held a work session to discuss traffic changes near Irving School, sanitation operations, and a proposed ordinance limiting rental application fees. No final votes were taken on these topics; they were discussed for future action. The council agreed to continue discussing the rental ordinance within a month and to review the one-way street plan further.

• Agenda approved (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Minutes from March 4, 2024 approved (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• One-way street plan for Western and Johnson Streets discussed, no vote taken
• Sanitation department update provided, no vote taken
• Rental application fee ordinance discussed, no vote taken
• Council adjourned (voice vote, 7 ayes)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee will review several travel requests for city employees and pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500. Items include airport maintenance, vehicle repairs, and leisure services projects. The committee will also consider a sewer fee refund and the sale of used pitching mounds.

• $36,947.00 for brick paver repair at Riverloop Expo Plaza
• $19,870.00 to repaint the Cedar Valley SportsPlex awning
• $16,750.00 for airport terminal duct work cleaning
• $12,285.00 for police fiber replacement in City Hall
• $672.12 sewer fee refund for Exceptional Persons Inc.

The Finance Committee approved two bills payment reports totaling $5,253,757.41 and authorized a list of pre-authorized expenditures over $2,500 for city departments. It also approved travel requests, a $672.12 sewer fee refund to Exceptional Persons Inc., and permission to sell seven used portable pitching mounds. All votes were voice votes with three ayes; no substantive policy items were decided.

• Approved Bills Payment of $3,059,995.00 (Accounts Payable Invoice Report dated March 11, 2024) (3-0 voice)
• Approved Bills Payment of $2,193,762.41 (Accounts Payable Invoice Report dated March 18, 2024) (3-0 voice)
• Approved pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500 for airport, building maintenance, central garage, leisure services, police, sewer and traffic items (3-0 voice)
• Approved travel requests for five employees/groups, amounts not to exceed $951.68, $625.00, $1,399.00, $1,600.00 and $400.00 (3-0 voice)
• Approved $672.12 refund to Exceptional Persons Inc. for sewer usage fees billed in error at 2740 Newell Ave. (3-0 voice)
• Approved permission to sell seven used portable pitching mounds requested by Leisure Services (3-0 voice)
• Approved the agenda and the minutes of March 4, 2024 (3-0 voice)
• Adjourned at 5:21 p.m. (3-0 voice)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including service contracts and bid awards. Public hearings are scheduled regarding property conveyances for housing development and the Broadway Street Reconstruction Project.

• Broadway Street Reconstruction Project contract award to Cedar Valley Corporation for $4,576,538.79
• Sale of city property north of 216 Sunnyside Avenue to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for $1.00 and a $5,000 grant
• Sale of 215 Locust Street to Marcelino Balion Perez for $5,000 with a matching $5,000 infill housing grant
• Award of bid to Restoration Services of Waterloo for $31,970.00 for Hangar No. 4 tuckpointing and painting
• Award of bid to Mike Fereday Heating & Air Conditioning for $26,753.00 for Hangar No. 4 HVAC replacement

The City Council approved several major road reconstruction projects and the sale of city-owned property for infill housing. The council also authorized new residential development agreements and updated traffic parking codes.

• Awarded $4,576,538.79 Broadway Street Reconstruction contract to Cedar Valley Corporation (7-0)
• Awarded $631,152.55 Kingsley Avenue Reconstruction contract to Peterson Contractors, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved sale of property north of 216 Sunnyside Avenue to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for $1.00 (7-0)
• Approved sale of 215 Locust Street to Marcelino Balion Perez for $5,000.00 (7-0)
• Approved $50,000.00 infill incentive for 10-unit residential building east of 2557 West 3rd Street (7-0)
• Adopted ordinances prohibiting parking on east side of Coral Drive and Axlewood Drive (7-0)
• Assessed $300.00 civil penalty to Dollar General for sale of tobacco to a minor (7-0)
• Approved $122,000.00 agreement with AECOM for Sergeant Road Trail Repairs (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the fiscal year 2025 budget. The council will also discuss replacing vehicles within the Street Department.

• Discussion of the FY2025 budget
• Discussion of Street Department vehicle replacement

The Waterloo City Council held a work session on March 4, 2024, with no substantive decisions made. Finance Director Bridget Wood presented a proposed FY2025 maximum levy rate of $22.40718, a 13.8% increase, noting residents would see an overall $40.00 decrease in property taxes. Public Works Division Manager Randy Bennett discussed replacing dated Street Department equipment, with an estimated cost between $1,500,000 and $2,000,000. The council approved the agenda and the February 19, 2024 minutes, then adjourned at 5:03 p.m.

• Approved the agenda as proposed (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Approved the February 19, 2024 minutes as presented (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Adjourned at 5:03 p.m. (voice vote, 6 ayes)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests for city staff and several pre-authorizations for expenditures. The committee will also consider budget amendments related to grants, leased equipment, and police forfeitures.

• Airport: $29,263.71 for a new bumper turret for ARFF Truck #356
• Police: $28,169.25 for training and duty ammunition
• Police: $28,775.30 for replacement Panasonic patrol tough book computers
• Police: $20,874.90 for SRO/Patrol rifle purchase with sight system
• Street Department: Up to $22,400.00 for roadway crack sealant

The Finance Committee approved two bills payment reports totaling $5,014,130.45. The committee also authorized various travel requests for staff training and pre-authorization for expenditures over $2,500 for police, airport, and public works equipment. Additionally, budget amendments were approved for tree planting, police vehicle leases, and hazardous materials replacement.

• Approved bills payment of $4,192,258.34 (voice vote)
• Approved bills payment of $821,872.11 (voice vote)
• Approved travel requests for staff training (voice vote)
• Approved pre-authorization for police ammunition ($28,169.25) (voice vote)
• Approved pre-authorization for police computers ($28,775.30) (voice vote)
• Approved budget amendment for Gates Park tree planting ($18,587.00) (voice vote)
• Approved budget amendment for police leased vehicles ($16,689.68) (voice vote)
• Approved refunds for billing errors ($70.50 and $9.87) (voice vote)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding bond issuances for corporate purposes and a pipelining project. The agenda also includes various consent items such as property sales, tobacco violation settlements, and personnel appointments.

• Public hearing for $4,200,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds (ECP-1)
• Public hearing for $700,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds (GCP-2, GCP-3, and GCP-4)
• Bid award to Municipal Pipe Tool Co., LLC for $416,121.20 for CIP Pipelining Phase IVB1
• Sale of city property north of 216 Sunnyside Avenue to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for $1.00
• Sale of city property at 215 Locust Street to Marcelino Balion Perez for $5,000.00

The City Council approved the issuance of multiple General Obligation Bonds and a $7.9M sewer revenue loan. The council also awarded a $416,121.20 pipelining contract and approved three federal-aid agreements for La Porte Road improvements totaling over $9.9M.

• Approved issuance of General Obligation Bonds not to exceed $4.2M, $700K, $700K, and $700K (7-0)
• Approved $7,948,000.00 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes (7-0)
• Awarded $416,121.20 pipelining bid to Municipal Pipe Tool Co., LLC (7-0)
• Approved three federal-aid agreements for La Porte Road Improvements totaling $9,928,827.00 (7-0)
• Approved $400,000.00 real estate purchase of 310 Upland Drive from Dhani Re Investments, LLC (5-2)
• Approved $46,074.00 bid to KW Electric, Inc. for airport lighting (7-0)
• Approved $300.00 civil penalties for tobacco violations at National Cigar Store, Greenleaf Tobacco & E-Cigs, and Metro Mart #4 (7-0)
• Set public hearing for March 18, 2024, for sale of property north of 216 Sunnyside Avenue to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity (7-0)

General

The Waterloo City Council will hold a special session to review the Community Vision Plan and address other business. The council will consider a motion to appoint Angie Hickok as the Youth Pavilion Manager in the Culture & Arts Department.

• Appointment of Angie Hickok as Youth Pavilion Manager, effective February 21, 2024

The City Council met in a special session and approved one personnel appointment. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved appointment of Angie Hickok as Youth Pavilion Manager (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several administrative topics. Discussion items include a wage and compensation survey, the downtown parking study, and the FY2023 financial audit.

• Wage and Compensation Survey discussion
• Downtown Parking Study discussion
• FY2023 Financial Audit discussion
• Resolution regarding Palestine and Israel ceasefire and humanitarian aid

The City Council held a work session to discuss the results of a Wage and Compensation Survey, a Downtown Parking Study, and the FY 2023 Financial Audit. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were made during the session.

• Approved the proposed agenda (4-0)
• Approved the February 5, 2024 minutes (4-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests for city personnel and several pre-authorizations to spend over $2,500.00. The committee will also consider budget amendments related to tree planting, police forfeiture revenue, and drug task force grants.

• Tuckpointing of Fire Station #5 ($17,450.00) and the Art Center ($45,100.00)
• Purchase of two K9 dual-purpose dogs and training ($27,000.00)
• Plant Waterloo! Residential Tree Planting program tree purchase ($26,999.40)
• New motor for airport passenger boarding bridge ($5,201.00)
• Hazardous tree removal at 924 and 928 Dawson ($4,000.00)

The Finance Committee approved two sets of bill payments totaling $5,165,452.60. The committee also authorized various expenditures over $2,500 for city maintenance, police equipment, and leisure services, and approved several budget line amendments.

• Approved bill payments of $3,709,703.06 and $1,455,749.54 (3-0)
• Approved $27,000 for purchase and training of two K9 dual-purpose dogs (3-0)
• Approved $45,100 for tuckpointing at the Art Center (3-0)
• Approved $17,450 for tuckpointing at Fire Station #5 (3-0)
• Approved $25,499.40 plus $1,500 S/H for 216 trees for Plant Waterloo! program (3-0)
• Approved $16,000 project budget for US Marshals Service overtime services (3-0)
• Approved various travel requests for city personnel (3-0)
• Approved $5,192 for eEmployee online payroll and W-2 portal (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including property tax exemptions for residential and office improvements. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding $8,500,000.00 in Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes.

• Tax exemption request: $300,000.00 for 111 Coral Drive
• Tax exemption request: $401,091.00 for 216 E. 4th Street
• Tax exemption request: $269,900.00 for 4342 Mourning Dove Drive
• Community Attraction and Tourism Grant Agreement: $1,000,000.00 for Transforming Gates and Byrnes Parks Project
• Public hearing for up to $8,500,000.00 in Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024A

The City Council authorized the issuance of up to $8.5 million in Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes. The council also approved several property sales, rezoning for a House of Hope office addition, and various infrastructure project bids.

• Approved issuance of up to $8.5M Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 0.28 acres to C-1 for House of Hope office addition (7-0)
• Approved sale of city property to NADROJ Realty, LLC for $1.00 (7-0)
• Approved $1M Community Attraction and Tourism Grant for Gates and Byrnes Parks (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 1103 Commercial Street for $45,920 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 233 Gable Street for $22,000 (7-0)
• Approved $51,179.46 purchase for Gates Park Renovation Amenities (7-0)
• Approved tax exemptions for properties at 111 Coral Dr, 216 E. 4th St, and 4342 Mourning Dove Dr (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss an amendment to the city's travel policy. The council will also discuss a resolution regarding a ceasefire in Palestine and Israel, the return of hostages, and humanitarian aid. Public comment is not permitted during this work session.

• Amendment to the City of Waterloo Travel Policy
• Resolution regarding ceasefire in Palestine and Israel, hostages, and humanitarian aid
• Approval of January 16, 2024 minutes

The City Council held a work session to discuss a proposed resolution supporting a permanent ceasefire in Palestine and Israel and amendments to the City of Waterloo Travel Policy. No votes were taken on the resolution or the policy amendments.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved January 16, 2024 minutes (7-0)
• Scheduled continued discussion of ceasefire resolution for February 19th

General

The Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests for city employees and several high-cost expenditure pre-authorizations. The meeting also includes budget amendments for airport grants and police department funding.

• Airport marketing plan: $60,000.00
• Community Development purchase of 233 Gable Street: $19,500.00
• Fire Rescue decontamination system: $15,835.10
• Sewer Jib Crane and installation: $46,093.00
• FY 2024 IDOT Commercial Service Vertical Infrastructure Grant: $125,262.00

The Waterloo Finance Committee approved two large bill payments totaling $6,821,376.74. The committee also authorized pre-expenditures for items such as a $44,593 sewer jib crane and a $60,000 airport marketing plan, and approved travel requests for police and park staff. Additionally, budget amendments for vending machines and federal grants were passed.

• Approved Jan 22 bills payment of $3,872,640.68 (voice vote)
• Approved Feb 5 bills payment of $2,948,736.06 (voice vote)
• Approved pre-authorization for $44,593 sewer jib crane (voice vote)
• Approved $60,000 airport marketing plan expenditure (voice vote)
• Approved $19,500 purchase of home at 233 Gable Street (voice vote)
• Approved $125,262 IDOT Commercial Service Vertical Infrastructure Grant budget (voice vote)
• Approved $36,113 Federal Violence Against Women grant budget (voice vote)
• Approved multiple staff travel requests for training and conferences (voice vote)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding residential tax exemptions and property sales. The agenda includes proposals for an $8.5 million sewer revenue capital loan and the sale of city land for industrial development.

• Proposed $8.5 million Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes
• Sale of city property to NADROJ Realty, LLC for an industrial building south of 115 Warp Drive
• $2,095,065.57 contract award to Price Industrial Electric for fiber-optic work
• $1.2 million AFG grant application for Waterloo Fire Department cancer prevention
• Rezoning request at 845 West 4th Street for a commercial office addition

The City Council awarded a contract for restroom renovations at the Waterloo Convention Center and approved several tax exemptions for residential and commercial construction. The council also passed ordinances updating plumbing, animal control, and minute-keeping regulations.

• Awarded $995,697 convention center restroom renovation bid to Peters Construction Corporation (7-0)
• Approved $2,095,065.57 fiber-optic plant bid to Price Industrial Electric, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $97,363.24 bid to MTI Distributing, Inc. for two golf course greens mowers (7-0)
• Approved tax exemptions for 17 residential and apartment projects in CURA and CLURA (7-0)
• Approved $2.1M minimum assessment agreement for Back Alley Printers remodel (7-0)
• Denied liquor license application for Family Dollar #25600 at 611 Broadway Street (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5749 amending animal control regulations regarding dog attacks (7-0)
• Approved $1.2M AFG grant application for Fire Department cancer prevention (7-0)

General

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items. The council will review the January 2, 2024, meeting minutes and discuss an amendment to the Plumbing Code. The FY2025 budget will also be discussed.

• Discussion of an amendment to the Plumbing Code
• Discussion of the FY2025 budget
• Approval of January 2, 2024 minutes

The council held a work session to review a proposed amendment to the Plumbing Code and the FY2025 budget process. No substantive votes were taken on these items during the session.

• Approved the proposed agenda (7-0)
• Approved the January 2, 2024 minutes (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee will review several expenditure requests and proposed budget adjustments. These items include software renewals, facility improvements, and the allocation of specific donation funds.

• $1,460.00 travel request for GIS Coordinator Ben Wagner to Omaha, NE
• $3,600.00 for Fire Department digital fire investigation software renewal
• $4,200.00 for Police website upgrades
• $7,000.00 for a Sunlighten Infrared Sauna at Cedar Valley SportsPlex
• $3,965.00 for airport drywall installation in the new FAA West End office area

The Finance Committee approved two bills payment reports totaling $6,032,725.66. They also authorized pre-expenditures for various software renewals and equipment, including a sauna for the Cedar Valley SportsPlex. Additionally, three specific budget line item amendments were approved to accommodate donations and training costs.

• Approved bills payment of $2,492,509.80 (Jan 8 report)
• Approved bills payment of $3,540,215.86 (Jan 16 report)
• Approved pre-authorization for Fire Investigation Software ($3,600)
• Approved pre-authorization for Police Website Upgrades ($4,200)
• Approved pre-authorization for TreeKeeper Software ($2,500)
• Approved pre-authorization for Cedar Valley SportsPlex Sauna ($7,000)
• Approved pre-authorization for Engineering Design Software ($5,522.60)
• Approved pre-authorization for Airport Drywall ($3,965)

General

The Waterloo City Council is reviewing several infrastructure and land use items. This includes a large supplemental agreement for bridge replacements and rezoning requests for a storage warehouse. The council will also consider various contract change orders and city vehicle purchases.

• $903,000 supplemental agreement for 11th Street and Park Avenue Bridge Replacements
• Rezoning request for a storage warehouse at 4020 University Avenue
• $147,300 supplemental agreement for LaPorte Road Improvements
• Approval of $160,429.30 for Hangar No. 4 Improvements completion
• Purchase of a 2022 Nissan Altima for the Police Department for $25,130.00

The City Council adopted ordinances creating Parklet and Sidewalk Cafe programs, with parklets restricted to streets with speed limits of 25 mph or less and a midnight closing time. The council also approved several development agreements and a rezoning request for a storage warehouse.

• Adopted Parklet Program ordinance with 12:00 a.m. closing time (4-3)
• Adopted Sidewalk Cafe Program ordinance (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1.22 acres at 4020 University Avenue to C-2,C-Z for a storage warehouse (7-0)
• Approved development agreement with PWM 1 Warehouse, LLC for a building at least 83,900 sq ft (7-0)
• Approved $5,000 grant and development agreement for 927 Sycamore Street (7-0)
• Approved $903,000 supplemental agreement for 11th Street and Park Avenue Bridge Replacements (7-0)
• Approved $25,130 purchase of a 2022 Nissan Altima for Police Department (7-0)
• Denied yard waste burning application for H&A LC at 3227 E. Washburn Rd (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss an ordinance regarding sidewalk cafes and parklets. The council will also review proposed changes to dog attack regulations and meeting minute procedures.

• Discussion of a sidewalk cafe and parklet ordinance
• Ordinance removing 'At Large' from Chapter 5-1B-9 Dog Attacks
• Amendment to Section 1-4-11, Method of Keeping Minutes
• Approval of December 18, 2023, meeting minutes

The Waterloo City Council held a work session on January 2, 2024, with no substantive decisions on the three policy items discussed. Members approved the agenda and the December 18, 2023 minutes by voice vote, then adjourned at 5:01 p.m. Discussion covered an ordinance removing the term 'At Large' from the dog-attack code, a proposed sidewalk cafe and parklet ordinance, and a change to how meeting minutes are kept. The minutes change, proposed by City Clerk Kelley Felchle, would align the code with state requirements and save money on publication costs and staff time.

• Approved the agenda as proposed (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Approved the December 18, 2023 minutes as proposed (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Adjourned at 5:01 p.m. (voice vote, 7 ayes)
• No vote recorded on the dog-attack ordinance language change
• No vote recorded on the sidewalk cafe and parklet ordinance
• No vote recorded on amending Section 1-4-11 on keeping minutes

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing several travel requests for city staff and pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500. The committee will also consider budget amendments and property tax refund requests.

• Travel requests including $3,525.00 for GFOA Conference and $2,200.00 for US Conference of Mayors
• Airport liability insurance expenditure of $13,434.00
• Fire department cardiac monitor/defibrillator purchase of $46,849.06
• Leisure Services subsidy of $70,000.00 for Fairview Cemetery operations
• Four property tax refund requests for EPM Iowa Investments Fund 2 LLC totaling $3,058.93

The Finance Committee approved over $5.4 million in bill payments and several expenditures exceeding $2,500. The committee also authorized travel requests for city officials and approved specific property tax refunds.

• Approved $5,448,174.56 in bill payments (3-0)
• Approved $70,000 subsidy for Fairview Cemetery operations (3-0)
• Approved $46,849.06 for a cardiac monitor/defibrillator for Engine 303 (3-0)
• Approved $13,434.00 for CY-2024 Airport Liability Insurance (3-0)
• Approved travel requests for five city officials and staff (3-0)
• Approved budget amendments to increase travel and training lines by $15,000 total (3-0)
• Approved four refunds to EPM Iowa Investments Fund 2 LLC for Langley Rd properties (3-0)
• Approved emergency window repair at Waterloo Public Library for $3,984.82 (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will review several infrastructure contracts and zoning requests. This includes a large-scale utility project and a public hearing regarding an auto sales facility expansion on South Street.

• $6,184,087.00 contract award to WRH of Amana for the Titus Lift Station and Force Main Project
• Rezoning request for C&S Car Company to expand an auto sales facility on South Street
• $585,804.03 decrease in a change order for the Gates Park Improvements Project
• $124,600.00 supplemental agreement with Stanley Consultants for bridge replacements
• Rezoning of 1.22 acres at 4020 University Avenue for a storage warehouse

The City Council approved a major contract for the Titus Lift Station and Force Main Project and rezoned land for an auto sales facility expansion. The council also approved several driveway waivers and a tax exemption for a new single-family home.

• Approved $6,184,087.00 bid to WRH of Amana for Titus Lift Station and Force Main Project (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 0.57 acres for C&S Car Company auto sales facility expansion (7-0)
• Approved $5,448,174.56 in bill payments (7-0)
• Approved $124,600.00 supplemental agreement with Stanley Consultants for bridge replacements (7-0)
• Approved tax exemptions for a $470,897.00 home at 1408 Partridge Lane (7-0)
• Approved $585,804.03 decrease for Gates Park Improvements Change Order No. 5 (7-0)
• Approved reverter of title for property north of 1332 Walker Street (7-0)
• Approved ALS Intercept Billing Agreement between Mayo Clinic Ambulance and Waterloo Fire Rescue (7-0)