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 "city": "Wayland",
 "state": "IA",
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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-19",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Wayland Council to rezone land, amend zoning code, approve parade",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda for routine items, a citizen forum, and several zoning-related actions. The council will take a second reading of an ordinance to rezone property from R-1 to R-2, receive an update on sewer improvements, and consider a first reading of a zoning code amendment. They will also vote on approving the WACO Homecoming Parade and a resolution for restrictive covenants at North Plains Estates Plat 2.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on rezoning, $1.5M Main Street contract, and bond sale",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment to rezone city-owned property and consider a separate ordinance rezoning land from R-1 to R-2. They will also vote on awarding a contract for the Main Street Improvements 2026 Project (Jefferson to Pearl) and a resolution authorizing the sale of General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds. Other items include approving a water tower inspection quote, sidewalk bids, and a sewer improvements update.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/agn._08August_5_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council appoints Hesser, awards Main Street project, approves bonds",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council held a regular meeting with a public hearing on zoning amendments, appointed Logan Hesser to fill a council vacancy, and approved several contracts and resolutions. Key actions included awarding the Main Street Improvements 2026 Project to DeLong Construction, approving a bond purchase agreement for the project, and passing the first reading of a zoning ordinance to rezone city-owned property from R-1 to R-2. The council also approved a sidewalk 50/50 program bid, a water tower inspection quote, and a storm drainage TV quote.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/mtg._08August_5_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves $68,000 in bills, loan agreement resolution, and sets August 5 zoning hearing",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council held a public hearing with no comments on a proposed General Obligation Loan Agreement, then approved a resolution taking additional action on that loan and authorizing a preliminary official statement. The council also approved a resolution setting a public hearing for August 5, 2026 to amend the zoning ordinance, and passed the consent agenda including over $68,000 in payments for utilities, IT services, engineering, and supplies. An alcohol license renewal was granted for Wayland BP (Elliot Oil Co).",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/mtg._07July_15_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to hold public hearing on general obligation loan",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposal to enter into a General Obligation Loan Agreement. The council will also consider resolutions to take additional action on the loan and to set a public hearing for August 5, 2026, on amending the zoning ordinance. Other items include a citizen forum, approval of a retail alcohol license renewal for Elliot Oil Co., and routine consent agenda items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/agn._07July_15_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider turf for Bomber Field batting cage, bond counsel deal",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council will discuss a request from the WYAA to apply turf to the Bomber Field batting cage and consider approving a bond and disclosure counsel arrangement with Dorsey & Whitney. A resolution setting a public hearing date for a general obligation corporate purpose loan agreement is also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/agn._07July_1_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves bond counsel and public hearing for GO bonds",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council approved the consent agenda including payroll, bills, and CD reinvestment. They also approved a request from WYAA to add artificial turf to the Bomber Field batting cage at no city cost, and authorized a Bond Counsel and Disclosure Counsel Agreement with Dorsey & Whitney LLP for General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2026. A resolution was passed setting a public hearing date for the bond loan agreement.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/mtg._07July_1_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves employee wages and benefits for FY 2026-27",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council approved a resolution setting wages and benefits for city employees for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2026. They also accepted Council member Caylon DeVaul's resignation, appointed Chad Rohe as Mayor Pro-Tem, and approved a resolution of appreciation for DeVaul. Other actions included approving a dust control application at the Fire Station/Bomber Field and a fund transfer resolution.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/mtg._06June_17_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to set employee wages, accept resignation, and appoint mayor pro-tem",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council will consider a resolution setting wages and benefits for city employees for the next fiscal year, accept the resignation of Council member Caylon DeVaul, and appoint a mayor pro-tem effective July 1, 2026. Other items include a request for dust control at the Fire Station/Bomber Field and a resolution to transfer funds for the current fiscal year.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/agn._06June_17_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves Main Street project, zoning changes, and property sale",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council held three public hearings with minimal public comment, then approved several major items. The council adopted a budget amendment for FY26, approved the sale of Lot 24 in North Plains Estates, and authorized the Main Street Improvements 2026 project including drawings, specifications, and estimated costs. A rezoning request for part of North Plains Estates from R-1 to R-2 passed 3-2, and the council adopted an ordinance changing public hearing requirements for zoning and subdivision matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/mtg._06June_3_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to hold public hearings on zoning, budget, land sale, and Main Street project",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council will hold four public hearings at 7:30 pm on amending the zoning code (public hearing requirements), a budget amendment for FY26, the sale of Lot No. 24 in North Plains Estates Plat 2, and the Main Street Improvements 2026 Project (drawings, specs, contract, costs, bid form). Following the hearings, the council will consider resolutions to approve the land sale, budget amendment, and Main Street project, as well as first reading of an ordinance amending zoning public hearing requirements, with a possible waiver of second and third readings. Other new business includes quotes for plugging a well at W. Main and S. Washington Street, emergency underground gas valve replacements, a bid for grass hay ground rental, a five-year Iowa DOT maintenance agreement for Highway 78, and a retail tobacco license renewal for Elliot Oil Co.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/agn._06June_03_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council sets public hearings on Main Street project and land sale",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council will consider three resolutions setting public hearing dates: one for the Main Street Improvements 2026 project, one to sell real property, and one for a budget amendment. The consent agenda includes routine items such as minutes, bills, building permits, and a WEDC report. No unfinished business is listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/agn._05May_20_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council sets public hearing for Main Street improvements and property sale",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council approved three public hearing dates: one for the Main Street Improvements 2026 Project (Resolution 2026-19), one to sell real property (Resolution 2026-20), and one for the FY25/26 Budget Amendment. All hearings are set for June 3, 2026. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a CD reinvestment at 3.85% and a list of bills totaling over $30,000.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/mtg._05May_20_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves Urban Renewal Plan Amendment and sets zoning hearing",
   "summary": "The council approved a resolution to amend the Urban Renewal Plan and set a June 3 public hearing on zoning changes. They also approved a new alcohol license for Dollar General, a park use agreement with the Youth Athletic Association, and a car cruise parade for September 12, subject to Main Street Project progress.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/mtg._05May_06_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to hold public hearing on urban renewal plan amendment",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Urban Renewal Plan Area, consider a zoning commission recommendation on a partial rezoning of North Plains Estates Plat 2, and vote on several resolutions including a park use agreement with the Wayland Youth Athletic Association and an alcohol permit ownership update for Dollar General.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/agn._05May_06_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-15",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to adopt FYE27 budget, vote on speed zone changes",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council will hold a public hearing and then vote on adopting the annual budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2027, and setting the tax levy. They will also consider second reading and adoption of an ordinance amending special speed zones, approve a summer 2026 sealcoat contract with L.L. Pelling, and act on several liquor, tobacco, and beer license renewals. Other items include a resolution to end a merchant agreement with AllPaid and a quote for concrete work.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/agn._04April_15_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-15",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council adopts FY26/27 budget and zoning amendment, approves street work and concrete repairs",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council held a public hearing on the FY26/27 budget and a zoning ordinance amendment for newly annexed property, then adopted both via resolution. The council also approved a summer street work proposal from L.L. Pelling, concrete repairs from Greg Bruty Construction for $11,655, and several license renewals including a liquor license for Corner of Main Bar & Grill and tobacco/beer licenses for Dollar General. Additionally, the council terminated its merchant agreement with AllPaid and authorized seeding city-owned ground for hay rental.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/mtg._04April_15_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-01",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider rezoning, sewer bonds, and natural gas rate increase",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 1, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Key items include discussion on partial rezoning of North Plains Estates Plat 2, review and approval of an engineering services agreement for a sewer improvement project, and a proposed increase to natural gas rates effective with April billing. The council will also set a public hearing date for the budget adoption and consider a resolution for an urban renewal plan amendment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/agn._04April_01_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-01",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves $13,942.50 engineering contract for Main Street Project, rezoning discussion continues",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council approved several items including a $13,942.50 engineering contract for the Main Street Project, a $3,500 sale of a 1998 Ford F700 sander truck, and a natural gas rate increase from $9.50 to $10.50 per unit. The council also discussed a rezoning request for North Plains Estates Subdivision Plat 2 and set a public hearing for the FYE27 budget adoption.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/mtg._April_01_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-18",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to hold public hearing on sale of real property",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council will hold a public hearing on the sale of real property, then consider a resolution authorizing that sale. They will also review street maintenance options for Dakota Avenue and an engineering services agreement for the Main Street Project. Other items include a variance for open burning, a fireworks permit for WACO CSD graduation, and discussion of a spec housing proposal and America250 celebration ideas.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/agn._03March_18_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-18",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves sale of real property, Main Street project engineer contract",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council held a public hearing on the sale of real property with no comments, then approved a resolution authorizing the sale. They also contracted with Binns & Stevens for dust control on Dakota Avenue and approved an engineer services agreement with Warner Engineering for the Main Street Project. The council discussed a proposed spec duplex project by the Wayland Economic Development Corporation, with further research ordered.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/mtg._03March_18_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-04",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Wayland City Council to consider selling property, financing sewer project",
   "summary": "The council will hold a public hearing on selling real property and consider resolutions authorizing a gas supply agreement and bond issuance for a sewer project. Other items include discussing a proposed Main Street paving project, street maintenance options for Dakota Avenue, and setting bid specs for a 1998 Ford F700 sander truck.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/agn._03March_4_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-04",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council discusses Main Street and sewer project financing, approves gas supply amendment",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council discussed progress and financing options for the Main Street and sewer projects, and approved resolutions for a gas supply agreement amendment and the proposed sale of real property. The council also set bid specifications for selling a 1998 Ford F700 sander truck and approved attendance at a pipeline safety conference.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/mtg._03March_04_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-18",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves reinvestment, wage increase, and sets budget hearing",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council approved reinvesting a $50,000 CD at 3.85%, a wage increase for a public works employee, and set a public hearing for the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget. Water rates remain unchanged. The council also approved bills totaling over $30,000 and training for staff.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/mtg._02February_18_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-18",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to review water rates, approve wage increase, set tax levy hearing",
   "summary": "The Wayland City Council will consider an annual review of water system rates and a possible rate increase. They will also vote on a resolution to approve a wage increase for a public works employee and a resolution setting a public hearing for the consolidated general fund tax levy for the 2026-2027 budget. The agenda includes routine consent items and discussion of staff training and office closures.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.waylandiowa.com/vertical/sites/%7B66BF1712-A26F-4097-97D9-123794577CF0%7D/uploads/agn._02February_18_2026.doc",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://waylandiowa.com"
  }
 ]
}