Waukee public meetings in 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission had a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. That meeting was canceled, so no agenda items will be considered or decided.

City Council

The Waukee City Council will hold public hearings and vote on resolutions to authorize several bond issuances, including up to $9,000,000 in General Obligation Urban Renewal bonds, as well as smaller bond packages and the vacation of two public parcels (25-8 & 25-27). The council will also act on a consent agenda that includes license ownership updates, contract approvals, and payment estimates for various public improvement projects.

• Resolution to authorize up to $9,000,000 General Obligation Urban Renewal bonds
• Resolution to authorize up to $2,500,000 General Obligation bonds (ECP)
• Resolution to approve vacation and disposal of public property parcels 25-8 & 25-27
• Approval of payment estimate $54,732.46 for the Waukee Public Safety Building Project
• Approval of ownership updates for retail alcohol licenses: Casey’s Marketing Co., Aldi #36 (1030 E. Hickman Rd.), and Kum & Go (Maverik #5020, 400 Prairie Bluff Dr.)

The council approved five resolutions authorizing the vacation and sale of two city parcels and proceeding with several bond issuances. The bond authorizations cover up to $2.5 million in general obligation bonds, $9 million in urban renewal bonds, and two separate $934,570 general obligation bonds, with no property‑tax increase expected. All resolutions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved resolution to vacate and sell Parcel 25-8 & 25-27 (offer $78,600) – vote 5‑0 (Resolution #2025-491)
• Approved resolution to proceed with issuance of up to $2,500,000 General Obligation Bonds (ECP) – vote 5‑0 (Resolution #2025-492)
• Approved resolution to proceed with issuance of up to $9,000,000 Urban Renewal Bonds – vote 5‑0 (Resolution #2025-493)
• Approved resolution to proceed with issuance of up to $934,570 General Obligation Bonds (GCP‑1) – vote 5‑0 (Resolution #2025-494)
• Approved resolution to proceed with issuance of up to $934,570 General Obligation Bonds (GCP‑2) – vote 5‑0 (Resolution #2025-495)
• Approved agenda – vote 5‑0
• Approved consent agenda – vote 5‑0

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission’s regularly scheduled meeting for December 9, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items will be considered or decided at this time.

City Council

The Waukee City Council work session will discuss several updates: affordable housing development, the 410 6th Street Project, funding requests from city partners for FY2027, the Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan, and the Droppet program. No decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Affordable housing development discussion
• 410 6th Street Project update
• City partners FY2027 funding requests
• Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan update
• Droppet program discussion

The council approved the meeting agenda with a 4‑0‑1 vote. No substantive items were voted on; the session concluded with a motion to adjourn that passed 4‑0. All other agenda items were presented for discussion only.

• Agenda approval motion carried 4-0-1
• Adjournment motion carried 4-0

City Council

The Waukee City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance that would impose a 2% franchise fee on the gross revenues of MidAmerican Energy Company for electricity and natural gas service within city limits. The council will also consider a consent agenda that includes approval of a $332,309 purchase of a 2025 International Dump Truck/Snow Plow, several utility and consulting contracts, and a rezoning of a Kwik Star parcel from A‑1 to C‑1A. Additional items include approvals for water main work, a change order for the Painted Woods West Park project, and a resolution for the Early Bid Package for the existing fire/police building renovation.

• Ordinance imposing a 2% franchise fee on MidAmerican Energy revenues (public hearing)
• Purchase of a 2025 International Dump Truck/Snow Plow for $332,309.00 (Ascendance Trucks Midwest)
• Resolution approving Conduit Purchase Agreement for University Avenue (Lumen)
• Payment Estimate No. 1 to Max Smith Construction, LLC for Little Walnut Creek Drive Water Main Improvements – $76,520.92
• Ordinance to rezone parcel at 1926 Waukee Kwik Star from A‑1 to C‑1A (second reading)

The council voted 5‑0 to approve the first reading of an ordinance that would impose a 2% franchise fee on gross revenues of MidAmerican Energy Company for electricity and natural gas service within city limits. Earlier, the agenda was approved 4‑0‑1 and the consent agenda was approved 5‑0. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (4-0-1)
• Approved first reading of 2% franchise fee ordinance for MidAmerican Energy (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to consider the approval of two site plans. These decisions determine how specific land parcels are developed for business use.

• Site Plan for US Signal - Addition (390 NE Alice’s Road)
• Site Plan for The Pitch - Phase 2 (705 NW 2nd Street)

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the site plan for US Signal – Addition at 390 NE Alice’s Road, which adds 33,522 sq ft of building space and increases parking to 65 spaces. The commission also unanimously approved the site plan for The Pitch – Phase 2 at 705 NW 2nd Street, allowing 42 townhome‑style units with 153 parking spaces. All motions carried with no dissent and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved US Signal – Addition site plan (7-0)
• Approved The Pitch – Phase 2 site plan (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Park Board

The Waukee Park Board will meet to approve meeting minutes and elect officers, followed by discussions on the Independence Day Celebration B, 2026 contracts, WinterFest, and the Droppett Recycling Program.

• Approve September 11 meeting minutes
• Election of Tree Board officers
• Discussion: Independence Day Celebration B and 2026 contracts
• Discussion: WinterFest update
• Discussion: Droppett Recycling Program

The Park Board elected T. Ray as Tree Board Chairperson and appointed R. McIntosh and M. Stotz as Tree Board members. The board also approved the Independence Day Celebration band contracts for 2026, hiring Joshua Sinclair for $2,000 and The Sheet for $2,500. Agenda and September meeting minutes were approved as routine items.

• Approved election of Tree Board Chairperson T. Ray
• Approved appointment of Tree Board Member R. McIntosh
• Approved appointment of Tree Board Member M. Stotz
• Approved Independence Day band contract: Joshua Sinclair $2,000
• Approved Independence Day band contract: The Sheet $2,500
• Approved agenda for the meeting
• Approved September meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning a parcel at 1926 Waukee Kwik Star from A-1 to C-1A. The body will also consider several urban renewal revenue ordinances and a new noise control chapter.

• Rezoning of 1926 Waukee Kwik Star from A-1 to C-1A
• Proposed $7,000,000 Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes, Series 2025
• Payment of $1,080,353.53 to Elder Corporation for University Avenue Area Improvements Phase 1
• Proposed 2% franchise fee on MidAmerican Energy Company gross revenues
• Termination of lease with Waukee Post 11517 VFW and Waukee Post 737 American Legion at 410 6th Street

The council voted 5‑0 to approve the first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 169 to rezone the 8.36‑acre parcel at 1926 Waukee Kwik Star from A‑1 to C‑1A. The agenda and Consent Agenda Part 1 were also approved unanimously (5‑0). No public comments were received on the rezoning proposal.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning ordinance for 1926 Waukee Kwik Star (5‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Part 1 (5‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Waukee Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several land‑development actions. Items include a rezoning of the 1926 Waukee Kwik Star property from A‑1 (Agricultural) to C‑1A (Neighborhood Commercial). The commission will also review a revised preliminary plat for Fox Valley and final plats for Fox Valley Plat 2 and Kettlestone Lakes Plat 1. No other business is listed.

• Rezoning of 1926 Waukee Kwik Star from A‑1 (Agricultural) to C‑1A (Neighborhood Commercial)
• Approval of a Revised Preliminary Plat for Fox Valley
• Approval of a Final Plat for Fox Valley Plat 2
• Approval of a Final Plat for Kettlestone Lakes Plat 1

The commission approved its agenda and the October 28 meeting minutes unanimously. It then approved a rezoning change from Agricultural (A‑1) to Neighborhood Commercial (C‑1A) for the Kwik Star site. The commission also approved a revised preliminary plat for the Fox Valley subdivision and a final plat for Fox Valley Plat 2.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1926 Waukee Kwik Star from A‑1 to C‑1A (7-0)
• Approved revised preliminary plat for Fox Valley (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Fox Valley Plat 2 (6-1)

City Council

The Waukee City Council will hold a work session on November 10, 2025. Council members will hear presentations from the Waukee Family YMCA and the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce, as well as updates on the Central Iowa Emergency Rental Assistance Study, the Central Iowa Community Land Trust, and road and infrastructure projects. The agenda also includes a discussion on Alice’s Road speed, an update on e‑scooter regulations, a quarterly update on the Economic Development Strategic Plan, and a review of 2026 legislative priorities.

• Presentation by Waukee Family YMCA
• Central Iowa Emergency Rental Assistance Study presentation
• Alice’s Road speed discussion
• E‑scooter regulations update
• Road and infrastructure project updates

The council voted to approve the meeting agenda with a 3‑0‑2 vote. Later, a motion to adjourn was passed unanimously 5‑0. No other decisions were made during the work session.

• Agenda approved (3‑0‑2)
• Meeting adjourned (5‑0)

City Council

The council will vote on resolutions to annex two J. Larson Homes properties, to authorize a Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes issuance not to exceed $9,000,000, and to adopt several urban‑renewal plan amendments with accompanying revenue‑division ordinances. It will also approve contracts for three Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicles totaling $154,392.60, internet service agreements, and a revised 2025 fee schedule that repeals gas‑utility fees.

• Resolution to approve annexation of Property A (J. Larson Homes, LLC)
• Resolution to approve annexation of Property B (J. Larson Homes, LLC)
• Resolution to authorize issuance of Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes up to $9,000,000
• Resolution and ordinance to adopt Amendment No. 16 to the Waukee Unified Urban Renewal Plan
• Resolution to purchase of three Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicles for $154,392.60

The council approved a resolution to proceed with a water‑revenue capital loan not to exceed $9 million (Resolution #2025‑423) with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved annexation resolutions for two parcels owned by J. Larson Homes, LLC (80 acres and 70 acres) as Resolutions #2025‑421 and #2025‑422, each passing 5‑0. Additionally, the council adopted Amendment No. 16 to the Waukee Unified Urban Renewal Plan (Resolution #2025‑424) with a unanimous vote.

• Approved $9 million water revenue capital loan (Resolution #2025‑423) – vote 5‑0
• Approved annexation of Property A (80 acres) (Resolution #2025‑421) – vote 5‑0
• Approved annexation of Property B (70 acres) (Resolution #2025‑422) – vote 5‑0
• Approved Amendment No. 16 to the Unified Urban Renewal Plan (Resolution #2025‑424) – vote 5‑0

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Waukee Planning & Zoning Commission will vote on several subdivision plats, a site plan, and two urban renewal proposals. Items include final and preliminary plats for Trailridge Creek, Castleton Pointe, and Williams Pointe, plus a site plan for University Woods. The commission will also review the Kettlestone Lakes District One and Kettlestone Phase 5 Commercial Urban Renewal Plans for alignment with the Imagine Waukee 2040 Comprehensive Plan.

• Approval of a Final Plat for Trailridge Creek Plat 1
• Approval of a Preliminary Plat for Castleton Pointe
• Approval of a Preliminary Plat and a Final Plat for Williams Pointe Plat 17
• Approval of a Site Plan for University Woods (1375 SE University Avenue)
• Review of the Proposed Kettlestone Lakes District One Urban Renewal Plan

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the final plat for Trailridge Creek Plat 1, a 60‑lot single‑family subdivision on 18.76 acres. It also approved the preliminary plat for Castleton Pointe, a mixed residential and commercial development on 230.55 acres. Additionally, the commission approved the preliminary plat, final plat and site plan for the University Woods commercial project on 4.36 acres.

• Approved final plat for Trailridge Creek Plat 1 (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Castleton Pointe (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat, final plat and site plan for University Woods (6-0)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on disposing certain city property and on granting MidAmerican Energy a non‑exclusive natural gas franchise for 25 years. It will also consider a large number of consent‑agenda items, including contracts, change orders, and rezoning proposals. Additional actions include approving budget directives, policy revisions, and setting dates for future public hearings.

• Ordinance granting MidAmerican Energy a 25‑year non‑exclusive natural gas franchise within Waukee
• Resolution to approve disposal of real estate under Iowa Code §364.7 (2025)
• Change Order No. 18 increasing the Waukee Public Safety Building contract by $1,781.37
• Payment Estimate No. 7 to Elder Corporation for University Avenue Area Improvements Phase 1 ($545,785.33)
• Rezoning of 1926 Waukee Kwik Star property from A‑1 Agricultural to C‑1A Neighborhood Commercial (public hearing scheduled Nov 17 2025)

The council unanimously approved a resolution (Resolution #2025‑401) authorizing the disposal of real estate under Iowa Code §364.7. It also approved the first reading (title only) of Ordinance #3156, granting MidAmerican Energy Company a 25‑year natural‑gas franchise and waiving the second and third readings, moving the ordinance to final passage. Both actions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (motion carried 5‑0)
• Approved Resolution #2025‑401 authorizing real‑estate disposal (5‑0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #3156 granting 25‑year natural‑gas franchise (5‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Part 1 (5‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approvals for three plats and two site plans. These items include residential developments and a commercial site plan for a restaurant.

• Revised Preliminary Plat for Kettlestone Central North Phase 2
• Preliminary Plat for Giles Property Plat 1
• Final Plat for Painted Woods West Plat 6
• Site Plan for Panda Express (910 E Hickman Road)
• Site Plan for James Pointe Plat 1, Lot 27 (1675 NW Gettysburg Lane)

The Waukee Planning & Zoning Commission approved a final plat for the Painted Woods West Plat 6, creating 57 single‑family residential lots. It also approved a revised preliminary plat for Kettlestone Central North Phase 2, a preliminary plat for Giles Property Plat 1, and site plans for a Panda Express restaurant and a warehouse/office building. All motions passed unanimously with no recorded dissent.

• Approved revised preliminary plat for Kettlestone Central North Phase 2 (Ayes: Broderick, Beenken, Lohse, Tuel; Nays: None)
• Approved preliminary plat for Giles Property Plat 1 (Ayes: Broderick, Beenken, Lohse, Tuel; Nays: None)
• Approved final plat for Painted Woods West Plat 6 (Ayes: Broderick, Beenken, Lohse, Tuel; Nays: None)
• Approved site plan for Panda Express, 910 E Hickman Rd (Ayes: Broderick, Beenken, Lohse, Tuel; Nays: None)
• Approved site plan for James Point Plat 1, Lot 27 (Ayes: Broderick, Beenken, Lohse, Tuel; Nays: None)

City Council

The Waukee City Council work session will feature presentations and updates on several topics. Council members will review a stormwater rate study, tree ordinance amendments, and an overview of the Kettlestone Corridor development. They will also discuss road and infrastructure project updates, actions taken on the Sustainability Plan, and the FY2027 budget directives and calendar.

• Stormwater rate study
• Tree ordinance amendments
• Kettlestone Corridor development overview
• Road and infrastructure project updates
• FY2027 budget directives and calendar

The council voted 5‑0 to approve the agenda, removing item D1. Later, a motion to adjourn was passed 4‑0. No other actions were voted on during the work session.

• Approved agenda, removing item D1 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

The council will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals, several retail alcohol license renewals, and a fireworks display permit. It will also vote on multiple purchase agreements and easements related to the sale of the municipal gas utility, adopt three zoning ordinance amendments, and set dates for a series of public hearings on real estate, natural gas franchise, annexations, and urban‑renewal plans.

• Approve payment of $83,610.42 to SKOL Trucking for the 2025 ADA Sidewalk Improvements Project.
• Renew Class B retail alcohol license for Aldi #36 (1030 E. Hickman Road) and Class C license for Fridley Theatres (200 NE Westgate Drive).
• Authorize purchase agreements and easements for the City’s gas utility sale with DG Endeavors, Waukee Hotel, KTL Venue, John & Gail Bormann Revocable Trust, and Casey’s Marketing Company.
• Adopt zoning ordinance amendments rezoning Castleton Pointe, the Giles Property, and 15705 University.
• Set public hearing dates on Oct. 20 for natural‑gas franchise and real‑estate disposal, and Nov. 3 for annexations and multiple urban‑renewal plan amendments.

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda. They also approved the bill list and payroll items for October 6, 2025, totaling $2,898,150. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved $2,898,150 in unpaid bills and payroll (no vote recorded)

City Council

The Waukee City Council will consider a resolution to approve the accounting and to consent to the final distribution of the Bypass Trust. This is the sole action item on the agenda. No other matters are listed for discussion.

• Resolution to approve accounting and consent to final distribution of the Bypass Trust

The council approved the meeting agenda with a 3‑0‑2 vote. It then approved Resolution #2025‑374 authorizing accounting and final distribution of the Bypass Trust funds, also by a 3‑0‑2 vote. The meeting was adjourned after the votes.

• Approved agenda (3-0-2)
• Approved Resolution #2025-374 for Bypass Trust distribution (3-0-2)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to consider the approval of two property plats. The body will also review minutes from previous meetings and hold an open forum.

• Revised Preliminary Plat for Kettlestone Central North Phase 2
• Preliminary Plat for Giles Property Plat 1

City Council

The Waukee City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint work session to review the Comprehensive Development Plan. This is a policy discussion meeting, not a formal vote.

• Comprehensive Development Plan review
• Joint work session with Planning & Zoning Commission

The City Council approved its agenda unanimously (5‑0). The Planning & Zoning Commission approved its agenda unanimously (5‑0, with two members absent). Both bodies then voted to adjourn the meeting, each with a 5‑0 vote.

• City Council approved agenda (5‑0)
• Planning & Zoning Commission approved agenda (5‑0, 2 absent)
• City Council adjourned meeting (5‑0)
• Planning & Zoning Commission adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Waukee City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission are holding a joint work session. The body will discuss the Comprehensive Development Plan review.

• Comprehensive Development Plan review

The City Council approved its agenda by a 5‑0 vote. The Planning & Zoning Commission approved its agenda by a 5‑0‑2 vote. Both bodies then adjourned the meeting by unanimous 5‑0 votes. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved City Council agenda – motion carried 5‑0
• Approved Planning & Zoning agenda – motion carried 5‑0‑2
• Adjourned City Council work session – motion carried 5‑0
• Adjourned Planning & Zoning work session – motion carried 5‑0

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a road resurfacing program, a zoning change for Castleton Pointe, and the vacation of easements at Kettlestone Central South Plat 2. The body will also consider multiple rezoning ordinances and various infrastructure payment estimates.

• FY 26-27 HMA Resurfacing Program Project plans and contract award
• Rezoning of Castleton Pointe from R-2 and R-2/PD-1 to R-2/PD-1 and R-2
• Payment of $996,591.96 for University Avenue Area Improvements Phase 1
• Payment of $450,145.15 for Painted Woods West Park Project
• Rezoning of Kettlestone Lakes Apartments from K-RR to K-MF-Stacked High

The council approved the first reading of a zoning amendment for the Castleton Pointe parcel (5‑0). It also approved a resolution to vacate a public storm sewer and utility easement (5‑0) and adopted the FY 26‑27 HMA Resurfacing Program plan (5‑0). Finally, the council awarded a $424,555 contract to InRoads, LLC for the resurfacing project (5‑0) and approved the consent agenda (5‑0).

• Approved first reading of Castleton Pointe zoning amendment (5‑0)
• Approved vacation of storm sewer and utility easements (Resolution #2025-362) (5‑0)
• Approved FY 26‑27 HMA Resurfacing Program plan (Resolution #2025-363) (5‑0)
• Awarded contract to InRoads, LLC for $424,555 (Resolution #2025-364) (5‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Part 1 (5‑0)

Park Board

The Waukee Park Board will consider three agenda items: approving the September 26th meeting minutes, appointing a tree, and discussing plans for the 2026 Independence Day Celebration bands and the Fall/Winter program guide highlights. The Director will also give a report before the meeting is adjourned.

• Motion: Approve the September 26th meeting minutes
• Motion: Appoint a tree
• Discussion: Independence Day Celebration bands for 2026
• Discussion: Fall/Winter program guide highlights
• Director’s report

The board approved the meeting agenda and the June 2025 meeting minutes. Both motions were made and seconded and were adopted. The board then adjourned the meeting at 6:35 p.m.

• Agenda approved (motion by T. Ray, seconded by M. Kaplan)
• June meeting minutes approved (motion by M. Stotz, seconded by M. Kaplan)
• Meeting adjourned (motion by T. Ray, seconded by R. McIntosh)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Waukee Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a rezoning motion for Castleton Pointe, changing its designation to R‑2/PD‑1. It will also vote on several plat and site‑plan approvals for projects in the Kettlestone area, including The Shops at Kettlestone North and a credit union at 2870 Grand Prairie Parkway. The meeting includes standard agenda items such as roll call, agenda approval, and open forum before adjournment.

• Rezoning of Castleton Pointe to R‑2/PD‑1
• Final Plat approval for The Shops at Kettlestone North Plat 9
• Site Plan approval for Kettlestone Community Choice Credit Union (2870 Grand Prairie Parkway)
• Preliminary Plat approval for Kettlestone Central South Plat 4 – Lots 1 & 2
• Site Plan approval for Kettlestone Central Retail – Lots 2 & 4 (1165 & 1160 SE Main Street)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the rezoning request for the Castleton Pointe development by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the final plat for The Shops at Kettlestone North Plat 9 and the site plan for Kettlestone Community Choice Credit Union, each by a 5‑0 vote. All motions were seconded and carried without opposition.

• Approved Castleton Pointe rezoning (5-0)
• Approved final plat for The Shops at Kettlestone North Plat 9 (5-0)
• Approved site plan for Kettlestone Community Choice Credit Union (5-0)

City Council

The Waukee City Council will hold a work session to discuss updates on road projects, stormwater rates, and partnerships with local organizations. The meeting will also feature presentations on downtown improvements and the Kettlestone Corridor.

• Stormwater rate study discussion
• Downtown Improvements Project update
• Kettlestone Corridor development overview
• Westgate Drive traffic update
• Road and infrastructure project updates

The council approved the agenda, postponing item D4 until the October 13 work session (vote 4‑0‑1). A stormwater rate study was presented, and the council will receive more information at a future meeting. Council members agreed to leave the four‑way stop at NE Douglas Pkwy/NE Westgate Dr and continue monitoring traffic and safety. The meeting was adjourned by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda and postponed item D4 to Oct 13 (4‑0‑1)
• Agreed to keep four‑way stop at NE Douglas Pkwy/NE Westgate Dr and monitor traffic
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning the Giles Property and 15705 University, and discuss a traffic signal project at SE L.A. Grant Parkway and SE Esker Ridge Drive. The body will also review several development agreements and alcohol license renewals.

• Public hearing and first reading for rezoning the Giles Property from C-1 and C-4 to K-RR
• Public hearing and first reading for rezoning 15705 University from C-4 to C-1A
• Approval of plans and contract award for SE L.A. Grant Parkway & SE Esker Ridge Drive Traffic Signal Project
• Change order for Waukee Public Safety Building Project increasing the contract by $45,668.92
• Payment estimate of $41,828.84 to SKOL Trucking, LLC for 2025 ADA Sidewalk Improvements Project

The council adopted the meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It gave first‑reading approval to rezoning ordinances for the Giles Property and 15705 University. It also approved the plans, specifications and cost estimate for the SE L.A. Grant Parkway & SE Esker Ridge Drive Traffic Signal Project and awarded the contract to Iowa Signal, Inc. for $235,174.21. All votes were 5‑0 in favor.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Approved first reading of Giles Property rezoning ordinance (5‑0)
• Approved first reading of 15705 University rezoning ordinance (5‑0)
• Approved resolution for traffic signal project plans and cost estimate (5‑0) (Resolution #2025‑342)
• Approved contract award to Iowa Signal, Inc. for $235,174.21 (5‑0) (Resolution #2025‑343)
• Approved consent agenda, including bill list and payroll items (5‑0)
• Approved unpaid bills totaling $381,555.39 (5‑0)
• Approved $1,709,363.28 in checks issued prior to council approval (5‑0)

Public Art Advisory Commission

The Public Art Advisory Commission will meet to review the 'Park Day' recap and receive updates on three specific art installations. The body will also vote to approve the May 7, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Update on Public Safety art Project
• Update on Spring Crest Park Playground Permanent Art Piece
• Update on Alice’s Road Round-a-bout Art
• Approval of May 7, 2025 Meeting Minutes

The commission approved the agenda for the May 7, 2025 meeting with five ayes and no nays. It also approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting with five ayes and no nays. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Previous meeting minutes approved (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Meeting adjourned

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and vote on two rezoning motions. These items involve changing the commercial designations for the Giles Property and 15705 University.

• Rezoning of Giles Property from C-1 and C-4 to K-RR (Kettlestone Retail Regional District)
• Rezoning of 15705 University from C-4 (Office Park Commercial District) to C-1A (Neighborhood Commercial District)

The commission approved a rezoning of the Giles Property from C-1 and C-4 to K-RR, and a rezoning of 15705 University from C-4 to C-1A. Both motions passed unanimously. The agenda, prior meeting minutes, and adjournment were also approved without opposition.

• Agenda approved (4-0)
• August 12 minutes approved (4-0)
• Rezoning Giles Property to K-RR approved (4-0)
• Rezoning 15705 University to C-1A approved (4-0)
• Meeting adjourned (4-0)

City Council

The Waukee City Council will hold public hearings and vote on three zoning ordinance amendments to rezone properties for mixed-use, apartments, and townhomes. The council will also approve contracts, funding agreements, and payment estimates for infrastructure projects, including park improvements and utility work. A presentation on the FY2025 audit is scheduled.

• Rezone Kettlestone Central South Plat 2 Lot 5 from K-RC to K-MU/PD-1
• Rezone Kettlestone Lakes Apartments from K-RR to K-MF-Stacked High
• Rezone Shoeman Townhomes from A-1 to R-4
• Approve 28E Agreement with Des Moines Children’s Museum, Inc. for FY2026 funding
• Approve $1,052,675.34 payment estimate for University Avenue Area Improvements Phase 1

The council voted 5‑0 to approve the first reading of three zoning amendment ordinances: rezoning Kettlestone Central South Plat 2, Lot 5 from K‑RC to K‑MU/PD‑1; rezoning Kettlestone Lakes Apartments from K‑RR to K‑MF‑Stacked High; and rezoning Shoeman Townhomes from A‑1 to R‑4. Each motion was introduced and seconded by council members and passed without opposition. The council also approved Consent Agenda Part 1 with a unanimous 5‑0 vote.

• Approved first reading of rezoning Kettlestone Central South Plat 2, Lot 5 to K‑MU/PD‑1 (5‑0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning Kettlestone Lakes Apartments to K‑MF‑Stacked High (5‑0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning Shoeman Townhomes to R‑4 (5‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Part 1 (5‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will vote on three rezoning requests and a final plat. The body will also review a site plan for a US Bank location.

• Rezoning from K-RR to K-MF Stacked High for Kettlestone Lakes Apartments
• Rezoning from K-RC to K-MU / PD-1 for Kettlestone Central South Plat 2 – Lot 5
• Rezoning from A-1 to R-4 for Shoeman Townhomes
• Final Plat for Remington Pointe Plat 4
• Site Plan for US Bank at 300 SE Alice’s Road

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a rezoning from K‑RR to K‑MF‑Stacked High for the Kettlestone Lakes Apartments project. It also unanimously approved a rezoning from K‑RC to K‑MU with a Planned Development Overlay for the Kettlestone Central South Plat 2 – Lot 5 project. No decision on the Shoeman Townhomes rezoning was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved rezoning K‑RR to K‑MF‑Stacked High for Kettlestone Lakes Apartments (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning K‑RC to K‑MU / PD‑1 for Kettlestone Central South Plat 2 – Lot 5 (7‑0)
• Rezoning for Shoeman Townhomes – decision not recorded in minutes

City Council

The Waukee City Council will consider approving final plats, construction drawings, and a site plan for the Interstate Crossing project at 555 Interstate Parkway. The body will also vote on a Right-of-Way and/or Easements Purchase Agreement with 555 Interstate Partners, LLC.

• Consider approval of Interstate Crossing final plat
• Consider approval of Interstate Crossing construction drawings
• Consider approval of Interstate Crossing site plan for Lot 1
• Consider approval of Right-of-Way and/or Easements Purchase Agreement
• Work session on Kettlestone Streetscape Project and Strategic Plan

The Waukee City Council approved four resolutions related to the Interstate Crossing project, including the final plat, construction drawings, site plan for Lot 1, and a Right‑of‑Way/Easement Purchase Agreement. Each resolution passed with a 4‑0‑1 vote (four ayes, zero nays, one absent). The council also directed the Parks & Recreation Director to proceed with purchasing an electric mower for certain areas.

• Approved final plat for 10‑bay flex‑use warehouse (Resolution #2025-310) – vote 4‑0‑1
• Approved construction drawings (Resolution #2025-311) – vote 4‑0‑1
• Approved site plan for Lot 1 of Interstate Crossing (Resolution #2025-312) – vote 4‑0‑1
• Approved Right‑of‑Way and easement purchase agreement with 555 Interstate Partners, LLC (Resolution #2025-313) – vote 4‑0‑1
• Directed purchase of an electric mower for Parks maintenance (no vote recorded)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on contracts for the NW 6th Street Culvert and Waco Place Widening projects. The body will also review several plat approvals for Kettlestone Lakes and Kettlestone Central developments.

• Public hearings and contract awards for NW 6th Street Culvert and Waco Place Widening projects
• Payment of $565,598.02 to All-Star Concrete, LLC for T Avenue Corridor Improvements
• Decrease of $93,925.69 to the Waukee Public Safety Building Project contract
• Preliminary plat approval for Kettlestone Lakes Plats 2 & 3
• Residential Purchase Agreement for property at 825 Ashworth Drive

The council approved the plans, specifications, and cost estimates for the NW 6th Street Culvert and the Waco Place Widening projects, each with a 5‑0 vote. It then awarded the culvert contract to Holzworth Construction for $630,797.60 and the widening contract to Caliber Concrete for $202,170.14, also by 5‑0 votes. The consent agenda and meeting agenda were each approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (5‑0)
• Approved plans for NW 6th St Culvert project (5‑0) (Resolution #2025-292)
• Awarded NW 6th St Culvert contract to Holzworth Construction, $630,797.60 (5‑0) (Resolution #2025-293)
• Approved plans for Waco Place Widening project (5‑0) (Resolution #2025-294)
• Awarded Waco Place Widening contract to Caliber Concrete, $202,170.14 (5‑0) (Resolution #2025-295)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will vote on several preliminary and final plats and site plans. The body will also discuss updates to the Imagine Waukee 2040 Comprehensive Plan.

• Site Plan for Kettlestone Central – Social (2105 Grand Prairie Parkway)
• Site Plan for Kwik Star #1756 (3215 6th Street)
• Final Plat for Kettlestone Central South Plat 3
• Final Plat for Painted Woods Spectrum Plat 1
• Final Plat for Remington Pointe Plat 4

The commission unanimously approved the preliminary plat, final plat, and site plan for the Kettlestone Central – Social project at 2105 Grand Prairie Parkway. It also approved the preliminary plat, final plat, and site plan for Kettlestone Central Townhomes Plat 2. Additionally, the commission approved the final plat for the Painted Woods Spectrum commercial development north of I‑80. All motions passed with no dissent.

• Approved Preliminary Plat for Kettlestone Central – Social (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Kettlestone Central South Plat 3 (4-0)
• Approved Site Plan for Kettlestone Central – Social (4-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Kettlestone Central Townhomes Plat 2 (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Kettlestone Central Townhomes Plat 2 (4-0)
• Approved Site Plan for Kettlestone Central Townhomes Plat 2 (4-0)

City Council

The Waukee City Council will consider several payment estimates for infrastructure and public safety projects. The body is also reviewing zoning map updates, sign regulations, and site plans for the Waukee Towne Center.

• Payment Estimate No. 19 for Waukee Public Safety Building Project: $1,198,214.89
• Payment Estimate No. 4 for University Avenue Area Improvements Phase 1: $1,351,995.49
• Site plan approvals for 980 SE Laurel Street and 1050 SE Laurel Street
• Renewal of Class C Retail Alcohol License for Vibrant Music Hall at 2938 Grand Prairie Parkway
• Setting August 18, 2025, as the public hearing date for four separate rezoning requests

The council approved the meeting agenda with a 5‑0 vote. They also approved Consent Agenda Part 1 with a 5‑0 vote. No public hearings, presentations, or other actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Part 1 (5‑0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on temporary use permits for Holmes Murphy and Classic Events & Parties, as well as the Lutheran Church of Hope Waukee. The meeting also includes a work session covering infrastructure, development plans, and an annexation moratorium agreement with West Des Moines.

• Temporary use permit for Holmes Murphy and Classic Events & Parties at 2727 Grand Prairie Parkway
• Temporary use permit for Lutheran Church of Hope Waukee at 305 NE Dartmoor Drive
• Waukee/West Des Moines annexation moratorium agreement discussion
• Iowa Confluence Water Trails (ICON) update
• Comprehensive Development Plan update

The council approved a temporary use permit for a Holmes Murphy employee event at 2727 Grand Prairie Parkway and a permit for the Lutheran Church of Hope vacation bible school at 305 NE Dartmoor Drive. Both resolutions (2025-279 and 2025-280) passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (4‑0‑1)
• Approved temporary use permit for Holmes Murphy event (5‑0) (Resolution #2025-279)
• Approved temporary use permit for Lutheran Church of Hope vacation bible school (5‑0) (Resolution #2025-280)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approvals for two site plans and two preliminary plats. These items determine the layout and development of specific land parcels within the city.

• Revised Site Plan for Lot 2, Waukee Towne Center Plat 2 (980 SE Laurel Street)
• Site Plan for Waukee Towne Center Phase 2 (1050 SE Laurel Street)
• Preliminary Plat for The South 60
• Preliminary Plat for Kettlestone Lakes Plats 2 & 3

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the meeting agenda and the June 24 minutes. It then approved a revised building‑elevation site plan for Lot 2 of the Waukee Towne Center. The commission also approved the full site plan for Waukee Towne Center Phase 2 and the preliminary plat for The South 60 subdivision. No decision was recorded for the Kettlestone Lakes preliminary plats.

• Approved agenda (6‑0)
• Approved June 24 minutes (6‑0)
• Approved revised site plan for Lot 2, Waukee Towne Center Plat 2 (5‑0)
• Approved site plan for Waukee Towne Center Phase 2 (5‑0)
• Approved preliminary plat for The South 60 (5‑0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several site plans for Apple Inc. at 2995 W. Hickman Road and the FY2026 Strategic Plan. The body is also reviewing various infrastructure contracts, alcohol license renewals, and board appointments.

• Site plans for Apple Inc. Project Morgan at 2995 W. Hickman Road
• Payment estimate of $302,014.73 for West Area Trunk Sewer Extension Phase 3 Project
• Payment estimate of $115,706.90 for 11th and 17th Street Culverts Project
• Payment estimate of $74,630.48 for Prairie Rose Trail Project
• Temporary closing of SE Willowbrook Drive for a neighborhood block party on July 19, 2025

The Waukee City Council approved the meeting agenda by a 5‑0 vote. The council then approved the consent agenda, also by a 5‑0 vote, which included approval of unpaid bills totaling $2,582,017.77 and payroll checks totaling $4,664,809.62. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (5‑0)
• Approved unpaid bills totaling $2,582,017.77 (included in consent agenda)
• Approved payroll checks totaling $4,664,809.62 (included in consent agenda)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Waukee City Council, held at the new Public Safety Facility, primarily for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. No formal policy decisions or votes are listed on the agenda; it is a ceremonial event where council members may be present and policy could be discussed informally.

• Ribbon cutting for the Waukee Public Safety Facility at 815 NW 20th St.

Park Board

The Park Board will meet to discuss updates regarding the Independence Day celebration and city water conservation. The board will also review the Director's Report and approve minutes from the April 17th meeting.

• Independence Day Celebration update and discussion
• City Water Conservation discussion
• Approval of April 17th meeting minutes

The board, with six members present and three absent, approved the meeting agenda after a motion by T. Ray was seconded by M. Stotz. The minutes from the April meeting were approved after a motion by T. Ward was seconded by L. Murray. The board discussed plans for the Independence Day celebration and city water‑conservation measures, and the director reported progress on several park projects. The meeting was adjourned at 6:41 p.m. after a motion by T. Ward was seconded by M. Stotz.

• Agenda approved (motion by T. Ray, seconded by M. Stotz)
• April meeting minutes approved (motion by T. Ward, seconded by L. Murray)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:41 p.m. (motion by T. Ward, seconded by M. Stotz)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several site plans and plats for development. Key items include three separate site plan approvals for Apple Inc. and plat approvals for Waukee HeadStart and Interstate Crossing.

• Site Plan for Apple Inc. Project Morgan – WKE.SITE (2995 W Hickman Road)
• Site Plan for Apple Inc. Project Morgan – WKE.92 Campus Enhancements (2995 W Hickman Road)
• Site Plan for Apple Inc. Project Morgan – WKE.94 (2995 W Hickman Road)
• Preliminary, Final, and Site Plans for Waukee HeadStart (425 Ashworth Drive)
• Final Plat and Site Plan for Lot 1, Interstate Crossing (555 Interstate Parkway)

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved three Apple Inc. site plans for Project Morgan and three related plans for the Waukee HeadStart facility. All motions carried with a 5‑0 vote. No objections were recorded.

• Approved Apple Inc. Project Morgan site plan for parking addition (2995 W Hickman Rd) (5-0)
• Approved Apple Inc. Project Morgan campus enhancements site plan (laydown structure, storm shelter, fencing) (2995 W Hickman Rd) (5-0)
• Approved Apple Inc. Project Morgan logistics building site plan (2995 W Hickman Rd) (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Waukee HeadStart (425 Ashworth Drive) (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Waukee HeadStart (425 Ashworth Drive) (5-0)
• Approved site plan for Waukee HeadStart (425 Ashworth Drive) (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to conduct the final session of goal setting and strategic planning for fiscal year 2026.

• Goal setting and strategic planning for FY2026

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on water main improvements for Little Walnut Creek Drive and the Warrior Lane Roundabout. The body is also considering amendments to zoning regulations regarding signs and the official zoning map.

• Plans and contract awards for Little Walnut Creek Drive and Warrior Lane Roundabout water main projects
• Payment estimate of $1,959,582.13 for the Waukee Public Safety Building Project
• Purchase of two 2025 Ford F-150s at $46,253.00 each and one Ford F-250 at $52,744.75
• Proposed zoning amendments for Association Identification Signs and the Official Zoning Map
• Temporary street closures for six neighborhood block parties on June 28, July 3, and July 4

The council corrected a bid‑opening date error and took the first reading of two zoning amendment ordinances. It also approved plans and awarded contracts for the Little Walnut Creek Drive and Warrior Lane water main projects, costing $485,008 and $161,641 respectively. All actions passed with unanimous votes among present members.

• Approved resolution correcting bid opening date error (Resolution #2025-220) – vote 3‑0‑2
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending association identification signs (Chapter 167) – vote 4‑0‑1
• Approved first reading of ordinance re‑adopting the Official Zoning Map (Chapter 169) – vote 4‑0‑1
• Approved plans and cost estimate for Little Walnut Creek Drive Water Main Improvements (Resolution #2025-221) – vote 4‑0‑1
• Approved contract award to Max Smith Construction for Little Walnut Creek Drive project, $485,008 (Resolution #2025-222) – vote 4‑0‑1
• Approved plans and cost estimate for Warrior Lane Roundabout Water Main Connection (Resolution #2025-223) – vote 4‑0‑1
• Approved contract award to Max Smith Construction for Warrior Lane project, $161,641 (Resolution #2025-224) – vote 4‑0‑1
• Approved Consent Agenda Part 1 – vote 4‑0‑1

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on a zoning map amendment and changes to commercial and industrial sign regulations. The body will also consider a site plan extension for a specific property.

• Extension of Site Plan Approval for New Horizon Academy (905 NW Douglas Parkway)
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 167, Zoning Regulations Signs (Association Identification Signs – Commercial and Industrial)
• Amendment to Chapter 169.02 (Official Zoning Map for City of Waukee, State of Iowa)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved an extension of the site‑plan for New Horizon Academy, adopted a new ordinance changing signage rules for commercial and industrial association signs, and approved an amendment to the Official Zoning Map reflecting 17 rezoning changes. All three actions passed unanimously. The meeting also approved its agenda and prior minutes, and then adjourned.

• Approved agenda for June 10, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes of May 27, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Approved extension of site‑plan approval for New Horizon Academy, 905 NW Douglas Parkway (4-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 167.13 to allow tenant signage on association signs, limited to 70% of 60 sq ft (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 169.02 (Official Zoning Map) reflecting 17 rezoning changes (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review infrastructure updates and funding plans. Discussions include the Waukee Civic Campus, regional street projects, and proposed ordinance changes based on 2025 state legislation.

• FY2026 CIP funding plan
• Waukee Civic Campus update and 10th Street configuration
• 2025 State legislation review for local ordinance changes
• Traffic Signal Coordination Project education
• Ride the Thin Blue Line funding request

Council approved the meeting agenda unanimously (5‑0). The council directed staff to investigate a $50,000 contribution, to be paid over three years, for the Ride the Thin Blue Line memorial project. The meeting was adjourned unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Directed staff to investigate $50,000 contribution for Ride the Thin Blue Line memorial (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a site plan for a Casey’s location and a temporary use permit for Boom Daddy Fireworks. The meeting includes a consent agenda covering alcohol license renewals, street closures for block parties, and various construction change orders.

• Site plan approval for Casey’s #4658 at 3090 Grand Prairie Parkway
• Temporary use permit for Boom Daddy Fireworks at 140 SE Laurel Street
• Change Order No. 13 for Waukee Public Safety Building Project increasing contract by $96,176.11
• Change Order No. 2 for Painted Woods West Park Project increasing contract by $13,008.00
• Payment Estimate No. 11 to Synergy Contracting, LLC for Bluestem Trunk Sewer Phase 2 Project for $37,262.42

The City Council approved the meeting agenda with a 4‑0‑1 vote. The consent agenda was also approved by the same vote count. A bill list and payroll totaling $1,678,804.80 were presented for approval. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Agenda approved (4-0-1)
• Consent agenda approved (4-0-1)
• Bill list and payroll totaling $1,678,804.80 presented for approval

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session for goal setting and strategic planning for fiscal year 2026. This is the second session dedicated to this process.

• Goal setting and strategic planning for FY2026 (second session)

On May 30, 2025, the Waukee City Council met for a work session on goal setting and strategic planning for FY2026. Mayor Courtney Clarke led the discussion, and council members selected their top and high‑priority goals. No formal approvals, votes, or other decisions were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session for goal setting and strategic planning for fiscal year 2026. This is the first session of the planning process.

• Goal setting and strategic planning for FY2026

The council met in a work session to review the FY2025 performance report and discuss the status of the current strategic plan. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational and focused on goal setting for FY2026.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review a site plan for a Casey’s location. The body will also approve minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting.

• Site Plan approval for Casey’s #4658 at 3090 Grand Prairie Parkway

The commission approved the agenda and the May 13 meeting minutes, each by a 4‑0 vote. It then approved the site plan for Casey’s #4658 at 3090 Grand Prairie Parkway, also by a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:08 PM.

• Agenda approved (4-0)
• May 13, 2025 minutes approved (4-0)
• Site plan for Casey’s #4658 approved (4-0)
• Meeting adjourned (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2025. The body is also considering final readings for ordinances to adjust water, sewer, stormwater, solid waste, and natural gas utility rates.

• Public hearing and resolution for Fiscal Year 2025 budget amendment
• Payment estimate of $2,080,048.47 for the Waukee Public Safety Building Project
• Payment estimate of $1,464,013.63 for University Avenue Area Improvements Phase 1
• Utility rate adjustments for water, sewer, stormwater, solid waste, and natural gas
• Temporary closing of SE Wood Creek Drive on June 14, 2025, for a neighborhood block party

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It then approved a resolution adopting the FY 2025 budget amendment (Resolution #2025-204) with a 5‑0 vote. The consent agenda, including the bill list and payroll items, was also approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved FY 2025 budget amendment resolution #2025-204 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Part 1, including bill list and payroll (5-0)

City Council

The Waukee City Council will meet for a group session to discuss the Comprehensive Development Plan Update. This is a work session where policy may be discussed.

• Comprehensive Development Plan Update group session

The May 14, 2025 work session was held at Waukee City Hall with five council members present and the mayor absent. Council members and staff reviewed the process for updating the city's comprehensive development plan and discussed potential focus areas such as conservation, diverse housing, recreation facilities, infrastructure, and ADA compliance. No votes, approvals, or formal actions were recorded during the meeting.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Waukee Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a presentation and discussion on the Imagine Waukee 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update. No public hearings or decisions on specific projects are scheduled. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and an open forum for public comment.

• Presentation and discussion on the Imagine Waukee 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the meeting agenda and the April 22, 2025 minutes, each with unanimous support. No other decisions or approvals were made. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (5-0 vote)
• Approved April 22, 2025 minutes (5-0 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0 vote)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a work session to discuss updates to the city's strategic plan and specific local projects. The meeting focuses on deliberation and information gathering rather than formal voting.

• Public Art Plan update
• The Thin Blue Line Project presentation
• Economic Development update
• Affordable housing concepts
• Alice’s Road/NE Douglas Parkway intersection discussion

The council voted 4‑0‑1 to approve the meeting agenda. After discussion of updates and presentations, the council adjourned the work session by a 4‑0 vote. No substantive policy, funding, or project decisions were made.

• Agenda approval motion carried 4‑0‑1
• Adjournment motion carried 4‑0

Public Art Advisory Commission

The Public Art Advisory Commission will meet to receive updates on several city art installations. The body will also discuss a presentation scheduled for a May 12 City Council Workshop.

• Update on Recycled Wind Turbine Benches
• Update on Park Day at Tall Grass Pond
• Update on Spring Crest Park Playground Permanent Art Piece
• Discussion regarding City Council Work Shop Presentation on May 12, 2025

The commission approved the meeting agenda with unanimous support and approved the April 2, 2025 minutes, also unanimously. Commissioners reported that the wind‑turbine benches installed two weeks earlier have received a strong positive reaction, a site visit for Park Day is scheduled for next week, and the Spring Crest project needs more time to budget construction costs before a request for proposals. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (ayes: Mallgren, Giudicessi, Christensen; nays: none)
• April 2, 2025 minutes approved (ayes: Giudicessi, Mallgren, Christensen; nays: none)
• Meeting adjourned (motion moved by Murray, seconded by Christensen)

City Council

The Waukee City Council will hold a second reading of ordinances to adjust rates for water, sewer, stormwater, solid waste, and natural gas services. The agenda also includes a third reading of a rezoning for the I-80 West Industrial property and several consent agenda items such as alcohol license renewals, block party permits, and contracts. A temporary use permit for Bellino Fireworks, a site plan for Iowa Ortho, and preliminary/final plat approvals for Alder Point Retail are also under consideration.

• Second reading of ordinances to adjust utility rates (water, sewer, stormwater, solid waste, natural gas)
• Third reading of ordinance to rezone I-80 West Industrial from A-1 and C-1 to M-1
• Temporary use permit for Bellino Fireworks at 200 SE Laurel Street
• Site plan approval for Iowa Ortho Waukee at 2425 Grand Prairie Parkway
• Preliminary and final plat approval for Alder Point Retail/Alder Point Plat 2

The council approved the meeting agenda with a 5‑0 vote. It then approved the consent agenda, which covered $895,901.12 in unpaid bills and $1,622,763.53 in checks and payroll, also by a 5‑0 vote. Both motions were carried without opposition.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including unpaid bills and payroll totals (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Waukee Planning & Zoning Commission will consider four motions: approval of a site plan for Iowa Ortho Waukee, a preliminary plat for Alder Point Retail, a final plat for Alder Point Plat 2, and a site plan for Alder Point Retail. The meeting also includes an open forum for public comment and new business. All items are up for decision at this meeting.

• Motion: Approval of a Site Plan for Iowa Ortho Waukee
• Motion: Approval of a Preliminary Plat for Alder Point Retail
• Motion: Approval of a Final Plat for Alder Point Plat 2
• Motion: Approval of a Site Plan for Alder Point Retail

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the site plan for Iowa Ortho Waukee. It also approved the preliminary plat, final plat, and site plan for the Alder Point Retail development. All motions passed with a 4‑0 vote and no opposition.

• Approved Site Plan for Iowa Ortho Waukee (4-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Alder Point Retail (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Alder Point Plat 2 (4-0)
• Approved Site Plan for Alder Point Retail (4-0)

City Council

The Waukee City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed FY2026 budget and Capital Improvement Program (2026-2030), followed by votes to adopt them. The council will also consider first readings of ordinances to increase rates for water, sewer, stormwater, solid waste, and natural gas. A key action item is a resolution to approve a contract selling the Waukee Municipal Gas Utility to MidAmerican Energy Company. Other business includes zoning changes, consent agenda items, and various contracts and payment approvals.

• Public hearing and adoption of FY2026 budget and Capital Improvement Program
• Resolution approving sale of municipal gas utility to MidAmerican Energy Company
• First reading of ordinances to adjust water, sewer, stormwater, solid waste, and natural gas rates
• Change Order No. 12 for Public Safety Building project increasing contract by $63,250.02
• Payment Estimate No. 16 for Public Safety Building in the amount of $2,104,748.16

The council approved the FY2026 city budget, the Capital Improvement Program for FY2026‑2030, and a resolution to issue debt for project reimbursements. All three resolutions passed with a 5‑0 vote. The agenda and consent agenda were also approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved FY2026 budget resolution (5-0) (Resolution #2025-170)
• Approved Capital Improvement Program resolution (5-0) (Resolution #2025-171)
• Approved debt issuance resolution under Treasury Regulation 1.150-2 (5-0) (Resolution #2025-172)

Park Board

The Waukee Park Board will discuss the Tree City USA designation and an Easter Egg Hunt update. The director will report on multiple Capital Improvement Plan projects including Prairie Rose Trail, Spring Crest Park, Painted Woods West Park, Sugar Creek Golf Course parking lot, Centennial Park paving and playground, public art at Tall Grass Pond, and wind turbine benches. The board will also vote to approve the February meeting minutes.

• Prairie Rose Trail CIP update
• Spring Crest Park CIP update
• Centennial Park Playground and Paving projects
• Sugar Creek Golf Course Parking Lot CIP
• Park Day at Tall Grass Pond (Public Art) update

The board approved the meeting agenda after a motion by T. Ray and a second by L. Murray. A motion by C. Backstrom, seconded by M. Stotz, approved the February meeting minutes. No other formal actions were taken; the remainder of the meeting consisted of discussions and status reports.

• Approved agenda (motion by T. Ray, seconded by L. Murray)
• Approved February meeting minutes (motion by C. Backstrom, seconded by M. Stotz)

City Council

This is a gathering of the Waukee City Council for a tour of the Public Safety Facility, not a regular or special meeting. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for decision or discussion.

• Tour of the Waukee Public Safety Facility at 815 NW 20th St.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and vote on two preliminary plats. These decisions determine the initial layout and design of proposed developments.

• Preliminary Plat for Remington Pointe Phase 2
• Preliminary Plat for Hope Springs

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted to approve the preliminary plat for Remington Pointe Phase 2, with five commissioners in favor and one recused. The commission also approved the preliminary plat for Hope Springs, with all six commissioners voting in favor. Both approvals move the proposed residential, townhome, and commercial developments forward.

• Approved Preliminary Plat for Remington Pointe Phase 2 (5‑0, 1 recusal)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Hope Springs (6‑0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance to rezone the I-80 West Industrial parcel from A-1 and C-1 to M-1. Other action items include second reading for Remington Pointe rezoning, third reading for Ute Avenue rezoning, approval of change orders for the Painted Woods West Park project ($58,540) and 10th Street Crack and Seat project ($239,985.96), and setting public hearing dates for the FY2026 budget and Capital Improvement Program. Consent agenda items include alcohol license renewals and various contracts.

• Public hearing and first reading: rezoning I-80 West Industrial to M-1
• Second reading: Remington Pointe rezoning (R-2 to R-2/PD-1 and vice versa)
• Third reading: rezoning 33263 Ute Avenue from A-1 to M-1
• Change Order No. 1 for Painted Woods West Park: $58,540 increase; Change Order No. 2 for 10th Street Crack and Seat: $239,985.96 increase
• Setting April 21, 2025 as public hearing date for FY2026 budget and Capital Improvement Program

The council approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda unanimously (5-0 each). It then approved the first reading of a zoning amendment to reclassify the I-80 West Industrial parcel from A‑1 and C‑1 to M‑1, also by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning ordinance for I-80 West Industrial (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed property tax for fiscal year 2026. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Public hearing on the FY2026 Proposed Property Tax for the City of Waukee

The council approved the meeting agenda with a 5‑0 vote and later adjourned the meeting with a 5‑0 vote. No substantive actions, approvals, or denials were recorded beyond these procedural motions.

• Agenda approval motion carried 5‑0
• Adjournment motion carried 5‑0

Public Art Advisory Commission

The Public Art Advisory Commission will discuss updates on several art projects, including a permanent piece for the Spring Crest Park playground, recycled wind turbine benches, and a rotating art installation. They will also prepare a presentation for the April 14 City Council workshop. A motion to approve the February 26 meeting minutes is on the agenda.

• Discussion: Update on Recycled Wind Turbine Benches
• Discussion: Update on Spring Crest Park Playground Permanent Art Piece
• Discussion: City Council Workshop Presentation (April 14, 2025)
• Discussion: Rotating Art Installation
• Future topics include Pedestrian Underpass Art, Art along Trails, Centennial Park Opportunities, and Landmark Project

The commission approved the April 4 agenda and the February 26 meeting minutes, each with all votes in favor. The City Council workshop presentation was rescheduled to May 12, 2025. The next commission meeting was set for May 7, 2025, and the session was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (4-0 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved February 26, 2025 minutes (4-0 ayes, 0 nays)
• Rescheduled City Council workshop presentation to May 12, 2025
• Scheduled next meeting for May 7, 2025 at 5:30 pm
• Adjourned the meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several land-use applications, including a rezoning from agricultural and commercial to light industrial for the I-80 West Industrial Park, preliminary and final plats for Commonwealth Place, a site plan for Commonwealth Place, and a revised site plan for a gymnasium at Kettlestone Central.

• Rezoning from A-1 (Agricultural) and C-1 (Commercial) to M-1 (Light Industrial) for I-80 West Industrial Park
• Preliminary plat approval for Commonwealth Place
• Final plat approval for Commonwealth Place Plat 1
• Site plan approval for Commonwealth Place
• Revised site plan for Kettlestone Central - Gymnasium (2045 SE Glacier Trail)

The commission approved the agenda and the March 11 meeting minutes. It voted to rezone a 1.95‑acre property near Interstate Parkway and Ute Avenue from agricultural and commercial districts to an M‑1 Light Industrial district. The commission also approved the preliminary plat, final plat and site plan for the Commonwealth Place townhome development, and approved a revised site plan for the Kettlestone Central gymnasium. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved rezoning to M-1 Light Industrial (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Commonwealth Place (6-0)
• Approved final plat for Commonwealth Place (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Commonwealth Place (6-0)
• Approved revised site plan for Kettlestone Central Gymnasium (6-0)

City Council

The Waukee City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning a portion of Remington Pointe, a development agreement with SJC Properties, LLC, and the West Area Trunk Sewer Extension Phase 3 project. Action items include first reading of the rezoning ordinance, approval of the development agreement, and awarding the sewer contract. Other items include consent agenda approvals, change orders for the Public Safety Building, and a resolution adopting the Civic Master Plan.

• Public hearing on rezoning Remington Pointe from R-2 to R-2/PD-1 and vice versa
• Public hearing on development agreement with SJC Properties, LLC
• West Area Trunk Sewer Extension Phase 3 project plans and contract award
• Approval of animal shelter services agreement with AHeinz57 Pet Rescue and Transport
• Approval of $1,591,390.14 payment estimate for the Public Safety Building project

The Waukee City Council approved a $1,179,000 contract with S.M. Hentges & Sons, Inc. for the West Area Trunk Sewer Extension Phase 3 project, along with related plans and a purchase agreement. The council also approved a development agreement with SJC Properties, LLC for a 9,000-square-foot commercial building in the Downtown Triangle, and passed the first reading of a rezoning for Remington Pointe. All votes were 4-0-1 with Council Member Bottenberg absent.

• Awarded $1,179,000 sewer contract to S.M. Hentges & Sons, Inc. (4-0-1)
• Approved development agreement with SJC Properties, LLC for Downtown Triangle commercial building (4-0-1)
• Approved first reading of Remington Pointe rezoning from R-2 to R-2/PD-1 (4-0-1)
• Approved second reading of rezoning at 33263 Ute Avenue from A-1 to M-1 (4-0-1)
• Adopted Ordinance #3138 amending peddler/solicitor license and bond rules (4-0-1)
• Approved final plat and site plan for WBP Storage industrial building (4-0-1)
• Approved preliminary/final plat and site plan for 420 6th Street retail building (4-0-1)
• Approved Civic Master Plan with 30-acre lake and potential golf course expansion (4-0-1)

City Council

This is a State of the City Address event, not a regular or special City Council meeting. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and location details; no specific resolutions, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion or action.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will vote on a rezoning for Remington Pointe, several preliminary and final plats, and a site plan. Items include a change from R-2 to R-2/PD-1 and back, a preliminary plat for 420 6th Street, final plat for SJC Builders Village District, and preliminary and final plats for Kee West Plat 1.

• Rezoning: Remington Pointe – R-2 to R-2/PD-1 and R-2/PD-1 to R-2
• Preliminary Plat for 420 6th Street
• Final Plat for SJC Builders Village District
• Site Plan for 420 6th Street (420 & 430 6th Street)
• Preliminary and Final Plats for Kee West Plat 1

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a rezoning for the Remington Pointe development, swapping R-2 and R-2/PD-1 designations on portions of the property to allow for six additional single-family lots, increasing the total from 141 to 147. The commission also approved preliminary and final plats and a site plan for a new two-story commercial building at 420 6th Street, and preliminary and final plats for the Kee West Plat I commercial development. All motions passed with no dissenting votes, though Commissioner Tuel recused from the Remington Pointe vote and Commissioner Tessau recused from the Kee West votes.

• Approved the agenda for the March 11, 2025, meeting.
• Approved the February 25, 2025, meeting minutes.
• Approved the Remington Pointe rezoning (R-2 to R-2/PD-1 and vice versa) to add six single-family lots; Commissioner Tuel recused.
• Approved the preliminary plat for 420 6th Street.
• Approved the final plat for SJC Builders Village District.
• Approved the site plan for 420 6th Street (420 & 430 6th Street).
• Approved the preliminary plat for Kee West Plat I; Commissioner Tessau recused.
• Approved the final plat for Kee West Plat I; Commissioner Tessau recused.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a work session to receive presentations and updates on city planning. The meeting includes discussions on public safety staffing, economic development, and specific infrastructure projects.

• Public safety staffing plan
• SE Laurel St./S. Warrior Ln. intersection discussion
• Annexation discussion
• Pavement Management Program update
• Strategic Plan update for Existing Public Safety Facility Repurposing

The Waukee City Council held a work session and heard presentations, but took no formal votes on policy items. The council directed staff to research remodeling options for the existing public safety facility and to study installing a flashing beacon at the SE Laurel St./S. Warrior Ln. intersection. The agenda was approved with one item removed.

• Approved the agenda, removing item D4 (4-0-1).
• Directed staff to further study rehabilitation and remodeling options for the existing public safety facility.
• Directed staff to research installing a flashing beacon sign at the SE Laurel St./S. Warrior Ln. intersection crosswalks.

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on rezoning 33263 Ute Avenue to light industrial (M-1) and on Amendment No. 15 to the Waukee Unified Urban Renewal Plan. Action items include adopting the amendment and declaring a blighted area, along with multiple contracts for Alice's Road improvements, a site plan for KeeTown Loop, and final readings on golf course concessions. The consent agenda covers alcohol license renewals and temporary street closures for the RipRoar Waukee triathlon and Arts Festival footrace.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance to rezone 33263 Ute Avenue from A-1 to M-1 (Light Industrial)
• Resolution to adopt Amendment No. 15 to the Unified Urban Renewal Plan and designate a blighted area for redevelopment
• Intergovernmental agreement with Clive for Alice's Road Phase 1A improvement project, plus associated land acquisition
• Site plan approval for KeeTown Loop – F4 Ashworth at 2980 Grand Prairie Parkway
• Introduction of ordinance amending peddler/solicitor license requirements and bond amounts

The Waukee City Council approved the first reading of a rezoning for 33263 Ute Avenue from A-1 to M-1, adopted Amendment No. 15 to the Unified Urban Renewal Plan, and approved the preliminary plat, construction drawings, final plat, and site plan for the Walnut Crossing affordable housing project with Habitat for Humanity. The council also approved the consent agenda, including bills and payroll totaling over $2.5 million, and several resolutions for contracts and agreements.

• Approved first reading of rezoning 33263 Ute Avenue from A-1 to M-1 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution #2025-113 approving urban renewal plan Amendment No. 15 (5-0)
• Approved Walnut Crossing preliminary plat, construction drawings, final plat, and site plan (5-0 each)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,575,324.92 in bills and payroll (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-130 site plan for KeeTown Loop – F4 Ashworth (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-117 First Amendment with Waukee Towne Center LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-118 intergovernmental agreement with Clive for Alice's Road (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-125 contract and bond for Alice's Road Phase 1A (5-0)

Public Art Advisory Commission

The Waukee Public Art Advisory Commission will discuss updates on recycled wind turbine benches, Park Day at Tall Grass Pond, and a permanent art piece for Spring Crest Park playground. The commission will also vote on nominees for art at the Public Safety Building and Alice’s Road Roundabout.

• Vote on 2 nominees for Public Safety Building art
• Vote on 2 nominees for Alice’s Road Roundabout art
• Update on recycled wind turbine benches
• Update on Spring Crest Park playground permanent art piece
• Discussion on Park Day at Tall Grass Pond

The Waukee Public Art Advisory Commission approved its agenda and January minutes, then appointed commissioners to represent the commission on two new public art opportunities: the Waukee Public Safety Building and the Alice's Road Roundabout with Clive. The commission also discussed upcoming installations for Wind Turbine Benches and Park Day, and noted the Spring Crest park call for artists will begin soon.

• Approved agenda for Feb 26, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Jan 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Schrodt and Christensen to Public Safety Building art project (unanimous)
• Appointed Giudicessi and Mallgren to Alice's Road Roundabout art project (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on a civic master plan and a site plan for KeeTown Loop. The body will also consider a rezoning request to change a property from agricultural to light industrial use.

• Rezoning of 33263 Ute Avenue from A-1 (Agricultural District) to M-1 (Light Industrial District)
• Site Plan for KeeTown Loop – F4 Ashworth (2980 Grand Prairie Parkway)
• Approval of the Waukee Civic Master Plan

The Waukee Planning & Zoning Commission approved all three items on the agenda: a rezoning of 33263 Ute Avenue from A-1 Agricultural to M-1 Light Industrial, a site plan for a multi-tenant commercial building at 2980 Grand Prairie Parkway, and the Waukee Civic Master Plan. All votes were unanimous (6-0). No public comments were made during the open forum.

• Approved rezoning of 33263 Ute Avenue from A-1 to M-1 Light Industrial (6-0)
• Approved site plan for KeeTown Loop F4 Ashworth at 2980 Grand Prairie Parkway (6-0)
• Approved Waukee Civic Master Plan for approximately 220-acre civic district (6-0)

Park Board

The Park Board will meet to elect its officers and establish a regular meeting time. The board will also discuss highlights for the Spring/Summer Program Guide.

• Election of Officers
• Setting of regular meeting time
• Discussion of Spring/Summer Program Guide highlights

The Waukee Park Board approved its agenda and January minutes, then appointed Blake Crow as Chair Person and Jessica Mitchell as Co-Chair Person. The board also decided that all members will serve on all committees and kept meeting times at 6 p.m. Staff reported on the upcoming Spring/Summer Program Guide, rental fee increases, and seasonal hiring.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Blake Crow as Chair Person (unanimous)
• Appointed Jessica Mitchell as Co-Chair Person (unanimous)
• Appointed all board members to all committees (unanimous)
• Kept meeting time at 6 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Waukee City Council will hold a public hearing and then consider resolutions to approve plans, specifications, form of contract, and cost estimate for the Alice's Road Improvements Phase 1A Project, and to concur with awarding the contract. The council will also consider a large consent agenda including street closures for events, alcohol license renewals, professional service agreements, change orders and payment estimates for various projects, and approval of preliminary plats for several subdivisions. Two ordinances will be advanced: one amending concessions at Sugar Creek Municipal Golf Course and another establishing new rules for Triumph Park. A closed session is scheduled to discuss potential real estate purchase or sale.

• Public hearing and action on Alice's Road Improvements Phase 1A Project (plans, specifications, contract, cost estimate)
• Change Order No. 10 for Waukee Public Safety Building: $13,690.57 increase
• Payment Estimate No. 14 for Waukee Public Safety Building: $1,350,877.90
• Second/third readings of ordinance establishing new rules for Triumph Park (Chapter 28 repeal and replace)
• Closed session under Iowa Code §21.5(1)(j) to discuss real estate purchase or sale

The Waukee City Council approved plans and awarded a $4,294,120.31 contract to Concrete Technologies, Inc. for the Alice's Road Improvements Phase 1A project, a joint effort with Clive. The council also approved consent agendas covering bills, payroll, licenses, street closures, contracts, easements, and development plats. An ordinance establishing new rules for Triumph Park was passed on final reading.

• Approved Alice's Road Improvements Phase 1A plans and contract to Concrete Technologies, Inc. for $4,294,120.31 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Part 1 including $3.8M in bills/payroll and various licenses/contracts (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Part 2 including legal services invoices (4-0-1, Bottenberg abstained)
• Passed Ordinance #3136 establishing new Triumph Park rules (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat, construction drawings, final plat, and site plan for Kettlestone Lakes Commercial (5-0 each)
• Approved preliminary plat and construction drawings for Painted Woods Spectrum (5-0 each)
• Approved preliminary plat, final plat, and site plan for Edgeland Waukee Plat 1 (5-0 each)
• Entered closed session to discuss real estate purchase/sale (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will elect officers for 2025 and then consider multiple subdivision plats and site plans. Actions include preliminary and final plats for Walnut Crossing, Kettlestone Lakes (including a commercial site at 3150 Grand Prairie Parkway), and a preliminary plat for Painted Woods Spectrum. An open forum and new business are also on the agenda.

• Election of officers for 2025
• Preliminary plat for Walnut Crossing
• Final plat for Walnut Crossing Townhomes and site plan
• Preliminary plat for Kettlestone Lakes Plat 1 and Commercial, and final plat and site plan for Kettlestone Lakes Commercial at 3150 Grand Prairie Parkway
• Preliminary plat for Painted Woods Spectrum

The Waukee Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the preliminary plat, final plat, and site plan for Walnut Crossing, a 48-unit affordable townhome development by Habitat for Humanity. The commission also approved preliminary plats for two commercial projects: Kettlestone Lakes Plat I and Painted Woods Spectrum, plus the preliminary and final plats and site plan for Kettlestone Lakes Commercial at 3150 Grand Prairie Parkway. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved preliminary plat for Walnut Crossing (6-0)
• Approved final plat for Walnut Crossing Townhomes (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Walnut Crossing (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Kettlestone Lakes Plat I (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Kettlestone Lakes Commercial (6-0)
• Approved final plat for Kettlestone Lakes Commercial Plat I (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Kettlestone Lakes Commercial (3150 Grand Prairie Parkway) (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Painted Woods Spectrum (6-0)

City Council

This is a work session meeting where the council will discuss multiple strategic items, including phasing and land acquisition for the Civic Campus development, an update to the Comprehensive Plan, and a presentation on mental health strategy. No formal votes are expected; the session is for deliberation and information gathering.

• Presentation: Central Iowa Shelter and Services demonstration, Empowerment Command Center
• Strategic Plan: Civic Campus Development phasing and land acquisition plan
• Strategic Plan: Comprehensive Plan Update presentation
• Animal control discussion
• Annexation update

The Waukee City Council held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. They received presentations on the Civic Campus master plan, comprehensive plan update, animal control options, mental health strategy, Painted Woods West Park pickleball courts, a trail extension request, and annexation concerns. No actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (4-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

This is a work session of the Waukee City Council, primarily involving a neighborhood meeting to discuss the Hunter Hollow Annexation. The agenda lists no other business items, so the meeting is focused solely on this annexation topic. No formal decisions are scheduled; it is a discussion forum.

• Hunter Hollow Annexation neighborhood meeting

City Council

The council will consider a resolution to select a proposal for the purchase of the city's gas utility, subject to voter approval at a March 4 special election. Other action includes setting a public hearing for a rezoning at 33263 Ute Avenue, adopting a revised fee schedule, approving a site plan for Steak 'N Shake, and an ordinance updating Triumph Park rules. The consent agenda covers numerous contracts, including professional services for trail widening and street projects.

• Resolution selecting a gas utility purchase proposal, contingent on ballot question passage
• Ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 28 (Triumph Park) rules and regulations
• Setting March 3 public hearing to rezone 33263 Ute Avenue from A-1 to M-1
• Resolution approving site plan for Steak 'N Shake at 1045 SE Alice's Road
• Adoption of 2025 Fee Schedule Revision No. 1 (gas charges and equipment rates)

The Waukee City Council approved a resolution selecting MidAmerican Energy Company's proposal for the purchase of the city's gas utility, subject to voter approval in the March 4, 2025 special election and Iowa Utilities Commission approval. The council also approved the consent agenda, including bills and payroll totaling over $1.4 million, and several other resolutions and ordinances. All votes were 4-0-1 with Council Member Crone absent.

• Approved resolution selecting MidAmerican Energy proposal for gas utility purchase (4-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda including bills and payroll totaling $1,456,073.84 (4-0-1)
• Approved ordinance correcting park regulations alcohol reference (Ordinance #3135) (4-0-1)
• Approved first reading of new Triumph Park chapter (4-0-1)
• Approved site plan for Steak 'N Shake at 1045 SE Alice's Road (4-0-1)
• Approved final plat for Waukee Greenway Park Plat 2 (4-0-1)
• Approved various resolutions for contracts, agreements, and professional services (4-0-1)
• Set public hearing dates for urban renewal plan amendment and rezoning (4-0-1)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Waukee Planning & Zoning Commission will consider and vote on multiple development applications. These include a site plan for a Steak 'N Shake restaurant at 1045 SE Alice's Road, preliminary and final plats and a site plan for Edgeland Waukee Plat 1, a final plat and site plan for WBP Storage at 1035 SE Frontier Avenue, and a final plat for Waukee Greenway Park Plat 2. The meeting also includes an open forum for public comment.

• Site Plan for Steak 'N Shake at 1045 SE Alice's Road
• Preliminary plat, final plat, and site plan for Edgeland Waukee Plat 1
• Final plat and site plan for WBP Storage at 1035 SE Frontier Avenue
• Final plat for Waukee Greenway Park Plat 2

The Waukee Planning & Zoning Commission approved a site plan for a Steak 'N Shake restaurant at 1045 SE Alice's Road, a preliminary plat, final plat, and site plan for the 24-unit Edgeland Waukee townhome development, a final plat and site plan for WBP Storage, and a final plat for Waukee Greenway Park Plat 2. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The commission also approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved Steak 'N Shake site plan at 1045 SE Alice's Road (5-0)
• Approved Edgeland Waukee Plat I preliminary plat (5-0)
• Approved Edgeland Waukee Plat I final plat (5-0)
• Approved Edgeland Waukee Plat I site plan (5-0)
• Approved WBP Storage final plat at 1035 SE Frontier Avenue (5-0)
• Approved WBP Storage site plan (5-0)
• Approved Waukee Greenway Park Plat 2 final plat (5-0)
• Approved January 14, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Waukee City Council will hold a work session to review and discuss the proposed FY2026 budget, covering enterprise and general funds. No formal action is expected during this work session. Public participation is available in person or via Zoom.

• Proposed FY2026 budget review for enterprise and general funds

The Waukee City Council held a work session to review the proposed FY2026 budget, which includes a $0.15 levy reduction. Finance Director Burkhart and PFM advisors discussed utility rate increases for water, wastewater, storm water, and solid waste. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Park Board

The Waukee Park Board will vote on two contracts for the 2025 Independence Day celebration: a skydiver contract and a stage/lights/sound contract. They will also discuss recaps of the 2024 WinterFest and 2025 FamilyFest events. A director's report is scheduled.

• Motion to approve 2025 Independence Day Skydiver Contract
• Motion to approve 2025 Independence Day Stage and Lights/Sound Contract
• Discussion: 2024 WinterFest Recap
• Discussion: 2025 FamilyFest Recap

The Waukee Park Board approved contracts for the 2025 Independence Day skydivers and stage/lights/sounds, and received a director's report on awarded bids for Painted Woods Park and Spring Crest Park. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included feedback on recent events.

• Approved 2025 Independence Day skydivers contract with Des Moines Skydivers, LCC
• Approved 2025 Independence Day Stage and Lights/Sounds contract with Iowa Sound LC
• Awarded Painted Woods Park bid to Concrete Connection LLC for $1,674,999.00
• Awarded Spring Crest Park bid to Elder Corporation for $666,407.52

City Council

The Waukee City Council will hold public hearings on plans and contracts for the Painted Woods West Park and Spring Crest Park projects, as well as on a $929,000 sewer revenue capital loan note. The consent agenda includes a resolution amending a $14,129,000 sewer revenue loan for the Little Walnut Creek sponsored project, along with multiple contracts, plat approvals, and appointments. Other action items include a street resurfacing change order, a Trick-or-Treat night designation, and rezoning for Remington Pointe.

• Public hearing on plans and cost estimate for Painted Woods West Park Project
• Public hearing on plans and cost estimate for Spring Crest Park Project
• Public hearing on not-to-exceed $929,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes
• Consent agenda item: Resolution amending $14,129,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes (Series 2023A) for Little Walnut Creek sponsored project
• Kettlestone Central – Retail Phase 1 preliminary plat, final plat, and site plan approvals

The Waukee City Council approved plans, contracts, and bonds for the Painted Woods West and Spring Crest park projects, awarding construction contracts to Concrete Connections, LLC ($1,674,999) and Elder Corporation ($666,470.52). The council also approved a resolution to issue up to $929,000 in sewer revenue capital loan notes and authorized a $14,129,000 loan amendment for a sponsored project. All votes were 4-0-1 with Council Member Bottenberg absent.

• Approved Painted Woods West Park contract to Concrete Connections, LLC for $1,674,999 (4-0-1)
• Approved Spring Crest Park contract to Elder Corporation for $666,470.52 (4-0-1)
• Approved resolution for $929,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes (4-0-1)
• Approved $14,129,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes amendment (4-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda including $3,697,868.67 in bills and payroll (4-0-1)
• Approved preliminary and final plats for Kettlestone Central Retail Phase 1 (4-0-1)
• Approved preliminary and final plats for Painted Woods West Townhomes Plat 3 (4-0-1)
• Approved change order decreasing street resurfacing contract by $63,382.55 (4-0-1)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approvals for preliminary and final plats and site plans. These items concern retail and townhome developments in the Kettlestone Central and Painted Woods West areas.

• Preliminary Plat and Site Plan for Kettlestone Central – Retail Phase 1
• Final Plat for Kettlestone Central South Plat 2
• Preliminary Plat for Painted Woods West Townhomes Plat 3
• Final Plat for Painted Woods West Townhomes Plat 3
• Site Plan for Painted Woods West Townhomes Plat 3

The Waukee Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved preliminary and final plats and a site plan for Kettlestone Central Retail Phase I, a 25.94-acre commercial development with two retail buildings. The commission also unanimously approved preliminary and final plats and a site plan for Painted Woods West Townhomes Plat 3, a 42-unit townhome development. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved preliminary plat for Kettlestone Central Retail Phase I (6-0)
• Approved final plat for Kettlestone Central South Plat 2 (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Kettlestone Central Retail Phase I (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Painted Woods West Townhomes Plat 3 (6-0)
• Approved final plat for Painted Woods West Townhomes Plat 3 (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Painted Woods West Townhomes Plat 3 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a work session to discuss several administrative and strategic topics. The meeting focuses on updates to the state legislative outlook, annexation, and capital improvements.

• City partners FY2026 funding requests
• Aquatic Center referendum discussion
• Strategic Plan: Annexation update
• CIWW Capital Improvement Plan update
• Active threat training

The Waukee City Council held a work session on January 13, 2025, and agreed to remove a possible aquatic center from the Capital Improvement Plan for the foreseeable future, while the Civic Campus master plan will still designate an area for a future facility. The council also discussed the 2025 state legislative update, FY2026 funding requests for city partners, an annexation timeline for Hunter Hollow, and a CIWW treatment facility study. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only motions were to approve the agenda and adjourn.

• Removed aquatic center from Capital Improvement Plan (consensus)
• Approved agenda (4-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Public Art Advisory Commission

The Public Art Advisory Commission will discuss an update on Project #1 Tallgrass Pond and begin developing a 5-year plan. They will also consider approving minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion: Update on Project #1 Tallgrass Pond
• Discussion: Development of a 5-year plan
• Motion to approve November 19, 2024 meeting minutes

The Waukee Public Art Advisory Commission approved its agenda and prior meeting minutes, then discussed updates on the Tallgrass Pond and Spring Crest Park projects. The commission reviewed a 5-year plan and assigned commissioners to lead upcoming projects. No formal votes were taken on project decisions.

• Approved agenda for January 9, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved November 19, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Assigned Spring Crest Park project leads: Eichorn, Christensen
• Assigned benches project lead: Schrodt
• Assigned Tallgrass Pond project leads: Giudicessi, Mallgren

City Council

The Waukee City Council will hold public hearings on four items: the 2025 ADA Sidewalk Improvements Project, the University Avenue Area Improvements Phase 1 Project, the transfer of property related to the South Outfall Sewer, and a Fifth Amendment to the Agreement for Private Development with The Quarter at Waukee, LLC. Following the hearings, the council will consider resolutions to approve plans, award contracts, dispose of real estate, and authorize the development agreement. Other agenda items include the third (final) reading of an ordinance rezoning property for Kettlestone Lakes, appointments to city boards and commissions, and a consent agenda covering alcohol license renewals and a playground equipment purchase for Painted Woods West Park.

• Public hearing on 2025 ADA Sidewalk Improvements Project (plans, specs, contract, cost estimate)
• Public hearing and action on University Avenue Area Improvements Phase 1 Project
• Fifth Amendment to the Agreement for Private Development with The Quarter at Waukee, LLC
• Third (final) reading of ordinance rezoning property from A-1 to K-RR for Kettlestone Lakes
• Resolution fixing date for hearing on $929,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes

The Waukee City Council approved several public works contracts, including a $10,068,807 contract to Elder Corporation for the University Avenue Area Improvements Phase 1 project and a $129,662.77 contract to SKOL Trucking for ADA sidewalk improvements. The council also approved resolutions for the South Outfall Sewer property transfer, a Fifth Amendment with The Quarter at Waukee, and various appointments and routine items. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except for one abstention on Consent Agenda Part 2.

• Approved $10,068,807 contract to Elder Corporation for University Ave Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved $129,662.77 contract to SKOL Trucking for ADA sidewalk project (5-0)
• Approved South Outfall Sewer property transfer to WRA (5-0)
• Approved Fifth Amendment with The Quarter at Waukee, LLC (5-0)
• Approved rezoning Kettlestone Lakes from A-1 to K-RR (5-0)
• Approved $2,796,691.21 in bills and payroll (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Part 2 with one abstention (4-0-1)
• Approved acquisition of property for Alice's Road Improvements Phase 1A (5-0)