Webster City public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Webster City Council will consider approving a contract for pavement patching and discuss amending local speed zone ordinances. The meeting also includes routine approvals for alcohol licenses and a public hearing on a cancelled property sale.

• Award $831,610 contract for 2026 PCC Pavement Patching Project
• First reading of ordinance amending Special 35 mph speed zones
• First reading of ordinance amending Special 45 mph speed zones
• Approve renewal of Class B alcohol licenses for Kwik Trip and Hy-Vee
• Public hearing cancelled for proposed sale of City owned property

The council approved the meeting agenda and a consent agenda covering minutes, reports, and liquor license updates. It adopted Resolution No. 2025-117, awarding a $831,610 contract to TK Concrete, Inc. for the 2026 PCC pavement patching project. The council also gave first readings to two speed‑zone ordinances (35 mph and 45 mph).

• Approved meeting agenda (all council members voted aye)
• Approved consent agenda items: minutes, claims, finance reports, police and fire reports, and liquor license renewals/ownership updates (all council members voted aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-117 awarding TK Concrete, Inc. a $831,610 contract for the 2026 PCC pavement patching project (all council members voted aye)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Section 46-112 for special 35 mph speed zones (all council members voted aye)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Section 46-113 for special 45 mph speed zones (all council members voted aye)
• Adjourned the meeting (all council members voted aye)

City Council

The Webster City Council will consider a memorandum resolution authorizing staff and consultants to begin the request‑for‑proposals process for improvements to the wastewater treatment plant. It will also set the date and location for a public hearing on the proposed sale of city‑owned property on December 15, 2025 at 6:05 p.m. Routine consent items, including a tobacco permit for NYC Mart, Inc. and a liquor license renewal for The Links at Webster City, will be approved together.

• Resolution approving Tobacco Permit for NYC Mart, Inc. at 1345 Second St.
• Renewal of Class C Retail Alcohol License for The Links at Webster City, 405 N Des Moines St.
• Memorandum resolution to authorize staff, Snyder & Associates, Inc., and CMAR Selection Committee to obtain RFPs for wastewater treatment plant improvements
• Resolution setting December 15, 2025, 6:05 p.m. for a public hearing on the proposed sale of city‑owned property
• Approval of minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting

The council approved the meeting agenda and several consent items, including the November 17 minutes, a claims list, and a tobacco permit for NYC Mart, Inc. The council adopted Resolution 2025‑115 to begin a request‑for‑proposals process for wastewater‑treatment plant improvements. It also adopted Resolution 2025‑116 scheduling a public hearing on December 15 for the proposed sale of city‑owned property. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (aye votes from Hansen, Hawkins, McFarland, McKinney)
• Approved consent items: minutes, claims list, Tobacco Permit (aye votes from Hawkins, McFarland, McKinney, Hansen)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑115 to obtain RFPs for wastewater treatment plant improvements (aye votes from McFarland, McKinney, Hansen, Hawkins)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑116 setting Dec 15 public hearing on proposed city‑property sale (aye votes from McKinney, Hansen, Hawkins, McFarland)
• Adjourned meeting (aye votes from Hansen, Hawkins, McFarland, McKinney)

Airport Commission

The Webster City Airport Commission will select a firm for a five-year engineering contract and evaluate proposals for proposed capital projects, including runway extensions and a new hangar.

• RFQ for Five (5) year 2026 Projects
• RFQ for Notice 1-7 proposed projects (e.g., Runway 32 Extension, Two-Unit Box Hangar)
• RFQ for Notice 2 – Partial ALP Update ($170,000)
• Motion on Minutes of September 23, 2025
• Motion on Bills November

City Council

The City Council will discuss expanding the Webster City Riverview Urban Renewal Area and approving the annual urban renewal report. The meeting includes several resolutions to obligate funds for tax increment financed obligations and a notice for a 2026 pavement patching project.

• Public hearing on Proposed Amendment to the Webster City Riverview Urban Renewal Area
• Renewal of Class C Retail Alcohol License for The Links at Webster City (405 N Des Moines St.)
• Resolutions to obligate Urban Renewal Tax Revenue Funds for Fareway, 3DK Enterprises, LLC, Gary & Brenda Fox, First State Bank, Peoples Credit Union, and Kenyon Hill Ridge Development, LLC
• Notice of hearing for the 2026 PCC Pavement Patching Project construction contract
• Approval of the Annual Urban Renewal Report

The City Council unanimously approved the agenda and a series of consent items. It adopted Resolution No. 2025-104 establishing and amending the Riverview Urban Renewal Area, and passed Ordinance No. 2025-1891 dividing taxes for the new area. Additional resolutions (2025-105 through 2025-113) authorized funding and set a public hearing for the 2026 PCC pavement‑patching project.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent items including minutes, reports, and a beer & liquor license renewal (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on Riverview Urban Renewal Area amendment (no objections)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-104 to create and amend the Riverview Urban Renewal Area (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2025-1891 dividing taxes for the November 2025 addition to the Urban Renewal Area (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-105 authorizing internal advance for urban renewal projects (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-106 approving the Annual Urban Renewal Report (unanimous)
• Set December 15, 2025 public hearing for the 2026 PCC Pavement Patching Project (Resolution No. 2025-113, unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review and provide a recommendation regarding an amendment to the Riverview – Central Business District Urban Renewal Plan Boundary.

• Review and recommendation for Amendment to the Riverview – Central Business District Urban Renewal Plan Boundary

City Council

The Webster City Council will consider authorizing the final payout to Peterson Construction for the City Hall HVAC system replacement and execute a compensation agreement with City Attorney Zachary Chizek. The meeting also includes a presentation from Corn Belt Power Cooperative and approval of routine consent agenda items.

• Authorize final payout to Peterson Construction for City Hall HVAC system
• Authorize and execute City Attorney Compensation Agreement with Zachary Chizek
• Presentation by Corn Belt Power Cooperative Executive Vice President Jacob Olberding
• Approval of October 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Claims and Fund List for October 2025

Airport Commission

The Webster City Airport Commission approved the September 23, 2025 minutes and the September bill list, accepted the airport manager’s and engineer’s reports, discussed the FY27 Airport Capital Improvement Program plan, and voted to use a five‑year engineering process for future projects. No new business was presented.

• Motion approved to adopt the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Bills approved with amounts: $126.71, $50.00, $4,583.33, $1,000.00, $721.94, $175.00, $1,410.13, $23,925.00, $31,992.11
• Airport manager’s report accepted, noting hangar roof remodel (quoted $47,850) and equipment maintenance
• Discussion of FY27 ACIP plan covering runway lease, box hangar, and tractor
• Commission voted to adopt a five‑year engineering process instead of a separate engineer for each project

City Council

The City Council will hold a third reading of a proposed ordinance to establish a stormwater utility. The body will also discuss street paving agreements and set a public hearing date for an urban renewal area expansion.

• Third reading of an ordinance adding Article VI pertaining to Stormwater Utility
• Amendment No 30A to the On-Call Street Paving Specialist Agreement for Brewer Street and Willson Avenue
• Change Order No. 2 for the Brewer Street and Willson Avenue Improvements Project
• Amendment No. 32A to the On-Call Street Paving Specialist Agreement for 2025 Fair Meadow Drive Reconstruction
• Setting a November 17, 2025, public hearing for the Expanded Webster City Riverview Urban Renewal Area

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and a set of consent items, including minutes, reports and two alcohol license renewals. It then adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1890, adding a new Stormwater Utility article to the city code. The council also passed four resolutions related to street paving agreements and a change order, and set a public hearing for November 17, 2025 on the expanded Riverview Urban Renewal Area.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent items: minutes, claims, reports, police and fire reports, and two Class C alcohol license renewals (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1890 adding Article VI Stormwater Utility (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-099 amending On‑Call Street Paving Specialist Agreement (Brewer St & Willson Ave) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-100 Change Order No. 2 for Brewer St & Willson Ave Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-101 amending On‑Call Street Paving Specialist Agreement for Fair Meadow Drive Reconstruction (unanimous)
• Set November 17, 2025 public hearing on Expanded Riverview Urban Renewal Area (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Webster City Council will consider approving contracts for wastewater treatment improvements, an outdoor pool filter replacement, and street paving, along with alcohol and tobacco permits.

• Resolution to authorize outdoor pool filter replacement project up to $283,500
• Resolution to authorize street paving specialist agreement amendment
• Resolution to authorize wastewater treatment plant CMAR services
• Recommendation to approve beer and liquor license renewals
• Resolution to authorize tobacco permits for Mega Saver

The council approved the meeting agenda and a package of consent items that included minutes, claims, new beer and liquor licenses, tobacco permits, and a temporary street closure for a downtown event. It adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1888 on off‑street parking materials, Ordinance No. 2025-1889 on controlled access facilities, and a stormwater utility amendment. Several resolutions were passed for road reconstruction, chip seal program payout, a paving specialist agreement amendment, and a future land‑use agreement with Reveiz Farms. No action was taken on the outdoor pool filter replacement and a development leaseback agreement.

• Approved consent items: minutes, claims list, beer & liquor licenses, tobacco permits, Second Street closure (aye)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1888 updating off‑street parking material requirements (aye)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1889 amending controlled access facilities (aye)
• Approved second reading of stormwater utility ordinance amendment (aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-095 change order for Fair Meadow Drive Reconstruction (aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-096 final payout for 2025 Chip Seal Program (aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-097 amendment to street paving specialist agreement with Snyder and Associates (aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-098 future land‑use agreement with Reveiz Farms (aye)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a new ordinance for a stormwater utility and review several repair projects for the Water Treatment Plant. The body is also considering the purchase of a prefabricated restroom facility and the acquisition of property at 914 John Street.

• Purchase of a prefabricated restroom facility from ABCreative not to exceed $117,000
• Proposed ordinance adding Article VI pertaining to Stormwater Utility
• Roof replacement at the Water Treatment Plant and Garage by Grell Roofing
• Acquisition of property located at 914 John Street
• Service elevator repairs at the Water Treatment Plant by Schumacher Elevator Company

The council approved four contracts for the Water Treatment Plant, including a $213,000 roof replacement, a $92,831 elevator repair, a $62,040 air‑wash blower, and a $117,000 prefabricated restroom. It also approved the purchase of the property at 914 John Street and adopted several ordinance readings related to stormwater, parking, and controlled access facilities. All items were adopted unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2025‑081 for $213,000 roof replacement at Water Treatment Plant (aye)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑080 for $92,831 elevator repairs at Water Treatment Plant (aye)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑079 for $62,040 air‑wash blower purchase for Water Treatment Plant (aye)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑082 for up to $117,000 prefabricated restroom facility (aye)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑091 for acquisition of property at 914 John Street (aye)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑092 for matching‑fund commitment to Heart of Iowa Regional Housing Trust Fund (aye)
• Approved first reading of stormwater utility ordinance amendment (aye)
• Approved second readings of parking material and controlled‑access facility ordinance amendments (aye)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a $25,000 request from LIFT WC for a grant match and a resolution to establish service fees. The body is also reviewing a purchase agreement with Jerome and Lori Kloberdanz and a change order for the Fair Meadow Drive Reconstruction Project.

• Request for $25,000 from LIFT WC for Elks Club project grant match
• Resolution establishing Fees for Services effective September 2, 2025
• Change Order No. 2 for the 2025 Fair Meadow Drive Reconstruction Project
• Purchase Agreement between the City and Jerome D. Kloberdanz and Lori L. Kloberdanz
• Alcohol license approvals for The Vineyard at St Charles LLC, C&C American Tap, and American Legion Post 191

The City Council approved a series of routine and substantive items. A cash transfer was authorized to fund projects, repay internal loans, reconcile funds and TIF entries. Service fees, a purchase agreement, a change order for Fair Meadow Drive, grant allocations and a $25,000 match for a tourism grant were also approved.

• Approved consent agenda items including minutes, claims, and multiple beer & liquor license updates (all aye)
• Approved parade permit for Webster City High School Homecoming Parade (all aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-075 to transfer cash for projects, loan repayment, fund reconciliation and TIF entries (all aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-076 establishing service fees effective Sept 2, 2025 (all aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-077 authorizing purchase agreement with Jerome D. Kloberdanz and Lori L. Kloberdanz (all aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-078 change order No. 2 for Fair Meadow Drive Reconstruction Project (all aye)
• Approved Hotel/Motel Tax Board grant allocations: $8,095.77 to Arts R Alive, $15,200.00 to Kendall Young Library, $10,000.00 to The Dub Sports Park Inc., $30,000.00 to Wilson Brewer Park/Depot (all aye)
• Approved $25,000.00 match from Hotel/Motel Tax funds for LIFT WC CAT grant for Elks Club project (McFarland, McKinney, Welch, Hansen aye; Mayor Hawkins abstained)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the sale of General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds and a request for street closures for the Tour de Webster Bike Race. The body will also consider ordinances regarding stop requirements and business regulations within city limits.

• Resolution for the sale of General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2025
• Street closure request for the Tour de Webster Bike Race and Ride on September 27, 2025
• Second reading of an ordinance regarding stop requirements at certain streets
• First reading of an ordinance pertaining to businesses within corporate limits
• Alcohol license renewals for Kwik Star #1700 (1515 Overpass Dr.) and Seneca St. Saloon (919 Seneca St.)

The council adopted Resolution No. 2025-089 authorizing the sale of General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds on August 18, 2025. It also approved the consent agenda items, including meeting minutes, claims, and two alcohol‑license renewals. Several ordinance amendments concerning stop requirements and business regulations were approved through second, third, and first readings. The council approved a street closure for the Tour de Webster Bike Race on September 27, 2025.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-089 to sell General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds on Aug 18, 2025 (McFarland, McKinney, Welch, Hansen, Hawkins voting aye)
• Approved consent agenda items: minutes of July 7 & 25, 2025; claims and fund list; renewal of Class E license for Kwik Star #1700, 1515 Overpass Dr.; renewal of Class C license for Seneca St. Saloon, 919 Seneca St. (Hawkins, McFarland, McKinney, Welch, Hansen voting aye)
• Approved second reading of ordinance amending stop requirement at certain streets (McKinney, Welch, Hansen, Hawkins, McFarland voting aye)
• Waived third reading of the same stop‑requirement ordinance (Welch, Hansen, Hawkins, McFarland, McKinney voting aye)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1887 amending stop requirement at certain streets (Hansen, Hawkins, McFarland, McKinney, Welch voting aye)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending business regulations (Hawkins, McFarland, McKinney, Welch voting aye; Hansen voting nay)
• Approved street closure for the Tour de Webster Bike Race on Sep 27, 2025 (McFarland, McKinney, Welch, Hansen, Hawkins voting aye)

City Council

The Webster City City Council and the Hamilton County Board of Supervisors are holding a joint meeting. The primary purpose is to consider the approval of an Emergency Dispatch Services Agreement.

• Consideration of Emergency Dispatch Services Agreement

The City Council approved its meeting agenda and the Emergency Dispatch Services Agreement. The Hamilton County Board of Supervisors also approved its agenda and the same Emergency Dispatch Services Agreement. Both bodies then adjourned the joint meeting.

• Approved City Council agenda (motion moved by McKinney, seconded by Welch, all five members voted aye)
• Approved Hamilton County Board agenda (motion moved by Ely, seconded by Clausen, all three members voted aye)
• Approved Emergency Dispatch Services Agreement by City Council (motion moved by Welch, seconded by McFarland, all five members voted aye)
• Approved Emergency Dispatch Services Agreement by County Board (motion moved by Clausen, seconded by Ely, all three members voted aye)
• Adjourned joint meeting by City Council (motion moved by McFarland, seconded by Hansen, all five members voted aye)
• Adjourned joint meeting by County Board (motion moved by Ely, seconded by Clausen, all three members voted aye)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2025 Chip Seal Program and consider several ordinances related to speed zones, trick-or-treating, and hotel/motel taxes. The body will also discuss water plant improvements and a professional services agreement for the wastewater treatment plant.

• Proposed contract award of $92,008.50 to Blacktop Services Company for the 2025 Chip Seal Program
• Second reading of an ordinance adding trick-or-treating regulations to Chapter 42
• Second reading of an ordinance regarding special 45 MPH speed zones
• Second reading of an ordinance repealing the Hotel/Motel Tax section of the code
• Proposed professional services agreement with Snyder & Associates for Wastewater Treatment Plant design

The council approved a $1,978,350 professional services agreement with Snyder & Associates for wastewater treatment plant design. It also approved a $92,008.50 contract with Blacktop Services for the 2025 Chip Seal road program. Additional ordinances on trick‑or‑treating, 45 mph speed zones, and hotel/motel tax repeal were adopted, and a traffic study committee appointment was confirmed.

• Approved Standard Professional Services Agreement for wastewater plant design with Snyder & Associates, $1,978,350 (5-0)
• Approved Chip Seal Program contract with Blacktop Services, $92,008.50 (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Class C Retail Alcohol Licenses for C & C's American Tap and La Perla Jarocha (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Eric McKinley to Traffic Study Committee (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-1884 adding Trick‑Or‑Treating ordinance (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-1885 establishing 45 mph speed zones (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-1886 repealing Hotel/Motel Tax ordinance (5-0)
• Approved waiver of pavement cut fee at 928 Third Street (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on updating off-street parking material requirements and controlled access facilities. The body is also deciding on new electrical energy rates and various city ordinances.

• Proposed $10,000 funding for Hamilton County Fair from Hotel Motel Tax Funds
• Third reading of ordinance establishing new rates for electrical energy sold by the City
• Resolution for professional services agreement for Reisner Substation Testing with Electric Power Systems (VOLTYX)
• Resolution for property acquisition at 1308 Willson Avenue
• First reading of ordinance adding trick-or-treating regulations to Chapter 42

The Webster City Council approved a change order and partial payment for the Fair Meadow Drive Reconstruction Project. It also adopted multiple ordinance amendments covering off‑street parking materials, controlled access facilities, solar energy systems, electrical energy rates, and parking regulations. The council approved a $10,000 funding request for the Hamilton County Fair from the Hotel Motel Tax Funds. All actions were approved unanimously by the five council members present.

• Approved First Reading of ordinance amending Off‑Street Parking Material Requirements (Section 50-184)
• Approved First Reading of ordinance deleting Controlled Access Facilities (Chapter 42)
• Approved Third Reading of ordinance amending Solar Energy Systems (Section 118)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2025-1881 amending Solar Energy Systems – adopted
• Passed Ordinance No. 2025-1882 amending Electrical Energy Rates – adopted
• Passed Ordinance No. 2025-1883 amending Parking Section 411 – adopted
• Approved $10,000 Hamilton County Fair funding from Hotel Motel Tax Funds
• Authorized City Manager to sign Change Order No. 3 and Partial Payment Application No. 8 for Fair Meadow Drive Reconstruction

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a General Obligation Corporate Purpose Loan Agreement. The body is also considering several ordinance amendments and the approval of a final plat for a development project.

• Public hearing on General Obligation Corporate Purpose Loan Agreement
• Proposed electrical energy rate changes
• Approval of final plat for Lynx Development #2
• Ordinance amendments regarding solar energy systems and fireworks
• Notice of hearing for 2025 Chip Seal Program construction costs

The Webster City Council unanimously approved a resolution to enter into a General Obligation corporate purpose loan. It also adopted several ordinance amendments covering solar energy systems, fireworks restrictions, debt set‑off, electric rates, and parking regulations. The council accepted the consent agenda items and adopted the Iowa Economic Development Authority design guidelines.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-088 authorizing a General Obligation corporate purpose loan (unanimous aye)
• Adopted ordinance amendment to solar energy system regulations (unanimous aye)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1879 tightening fireworks discharge restrictions (unanimous aye)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1880 adding a new article on debts subject to the SetOff program (unanimous aye)
• Approved update to city electric rates by amending Chapter 48, Article 2, Division 2, Section 48-56 (unanimous aye)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending parking regulations, Section 411 of Chapter 46 (unanimous aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-069 adopting IEDA Design Guidelines (unanimous aye)
• Approved consent agenda items including minutes, reports, licenses, and appointments (unanimous aye)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several ordinance amendments including solar energy systems, fireworks, and electrical energy rates. The body is also considering support for two workforce housing tax credit applications and street improvement projects.

• Public hearing set for June 16 at 6:05 p.m. regarding a General Obligation Corporate Purpose Loan Agreement
• Proposed ordinances regarding solar energy systems, fireworks discharge, and electrical energy rates
• Support for IEDA Workforce Housing Tax Credit applications by HQ Homes LLC and Quirk Investments LLC
• Proposed Amendment 36A for the 2025 Chip Seal Project and HMA Paving Improvements for Industrial Park Road
• Appointment of Lynn Jaycox, Shelby Kroona, and Steve Struchen to the Zoning Board of Adjustment

The council approved the agenda and a consent agenda covering minutes, claims and liquor licenses. It adopted resolutions to schedule a public hearing on a loan agreement, to charge off delinquent utility bills, and to support two workforce housing tax credit applications. First readings were approved for ordinances on solar energy systems, fireworks discharge times, debt set‑off program, and new electrical rates. The council also appointed three members to the Zoning Board of Adjustment and waived a $5,627.10 permit fee for the Ag Academy building.

• Approved agenda (motion by Hansen, seconded by McKinney) – all voting aye
• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, claims, liquor licenses) – all voting aye
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-083 to set a public hearing on a General Obligation loan (McKinney, Welch, Hansen, McFarland voting aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-084 charging off delinquent utility bills (Welch, Hansen, McFarland, McKinney voting aye)
• Approved first reading of solar energy systems ordinance amendment (Hansen, McFarland, McKinney, Welch voting aye)
• Approved first reading of fireworks discharge ordinance amendment (McFarland, McKinney, Welch, Hansen voting aye)
• Appointed Lynn Jaycox, Shelby Kroona, and recommended Steve Struchen to Zoning Board of Adjustment (Welch, Hansen, McFarland, McKinney voting aye)
• Waived $5,627.10 permit fee for Ag Academy building at Hamilton County Fairgrounds (Hansen, McFarland, McKinney, Welch voting aye)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the FY 25 budget and a watermain and sanitary sewer rehabilitation project. The body will also consider an ordinance regarding neglected vacant property and resolutions supporting workforce housing tax credit applications.

• Contract award of $343,468.88 to Hills Backhoe and Tiling LLC for 2025-2026 Watermain Repairs and Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Public hearing on amending the FY 25 Budget
• Second reading of an ordinance pertaining to Neglected Vacant Property (Chapter 10 Section 10-268 through 10-290)
• Resolutions supporting IEDA Workforce Housing Tax Credit applications for Wilson Estates LLC and Wright Capital, LLC
• Alcohol license renewals for Yesway (1803 Superior St. and 1102 Second St.), Casey’s (1300 Second St.), and Hy-Vee (823 Second St.)

The City Council adopted a FY 25 budget amendment and approved a $343,468.88 contract with Hills Backhoe and Tiling LLC for watermain repairs and sanitary sewer rehabilitation. It also adopted the 2025‑26 employee pay plan, a new group benefit plan for city employees, and an ordinance amending the vacant‑property code. Additional resolutions supporting housing tax‑credit applications, a splash‑pad payout, and a street‑paving agreement amendment were also adopted.

• Adopted FY 25 budget amendment (Resolution 2025-054) – unanimous aye vote
• Approved watermain and sewer rehab contract for $343,468.88 (Resolution 2025-055) – unanimous aye vote
• Adopted employee pay plan for 2025‑26 (Resolution 2025-056) – unanimous aye vote
• Adopted group benefit plan for city employees (Resolution 2025-057) – unanimous aye vote
• Passed Ordinance No. 2025-1878 amending vacant‑property code (Chapters 10‑268 to 10‑290) – unanimous aye vote
• Supported IEDA workforce‑housing tax credit application for Wilson Estates (Resolution 2025-058) – unanimous aye vote
• Authorized final payout for East Twin Park Splash Pad project (Resolution 2025-061) – unanimous aye vote
• Authorized amendment to on‑call street paving agreement with Snyder & Associates (Resolution 2025-062) – unanimous aye vote

City Council

The Council will hold public hearings on amending the vacant/abandoned property ordinance and on awarding a $724,084 contract to Fort Dodge Asphalt for the FY 2026 HMA street improvements project. They will also vote on setting a budget amendment hearing, approving a preliminary plat and planned development for Lynx Development #2, and discuss purchasing a new dump/plow truck.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance amending Chapter 10 (vacant/abandoned property) – Article VI
• Public hearing and resolution awarding $724,084 contract to Fort Dodge Asphalt Company for FY 2026 HMA Improvements Project
• Motion to set a public hearing for May 19 to amend the FY 25 budget
• Resolution approving the preliminary plat and amended planned residential development for Lynx Development #2
• Discussion on the proposed purchase of a Street Department dump/plow truck

The council unanimously approved a contract with Fort Dodge Asphalt Company for the FY 2026 HMA Improvements Project, awarding $724,084. It also approved the first reading of an ordinance amendment on vacant and abandoned property and set a public hearing for the FY 25 budget amendment. Several resolutions were adopted, including cash transfers and approvals for Lynx Development #2. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved $724,084 contract with Fort Dodge Asphalt Company for FY 2026 HMA Improvements (all five members aye)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Chapter 10 sections 10‑268‑10‑290 on vacant and abandoned property (all five members aye)
• Approved consent agenda items including April 21, 2025 minutes and claims (all five members aye)
• Approved public hearing date May 19, 2025 for FY 25 Budget amendment (all five members aye)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑051 to transfer cash between various funds (all five members aye)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑052 approving preliminary plat for Lynx Development #2 (all five members aye)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑053 approving amended planned residential development for Lynx Development #2 (all five members aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all five members aye)

City Council

The Webster City Council will hold a public hearing and vote to certify the FY 2025-2026 operating budget and set the property tax levy, which includes a proposed 1% property tax increase and 3% electric rate increase. They are also scheduled to award a contract for electric distribution improvements, acquire two properties, and approve several development and licensing items.

• Public hearing and resolution to certify the FY 2025-2026 budget and property tax levy (1% increase proposed)
• Resolution awarding contract to West Union Trenching Inc. for Electric Distribution Improvements – Phase 1
• Acquisition of property at 128 Apple Avenue and 403 Prospect Street
• Preliminary plat and amended planned residential development for Lynx Development #2
• First Amendment to Fiber Optic Network Installation Agreement with Platinum Connect, LLC

The council approved the proposed 2025‑2026 property tax levy of 17.24163 and adopted the FY 2025‑2026 operating budget and capital improvement budget. It also authorized a $331,785 contract with West Union Trenching Inc. for Phase 1 electric distribution improvements and approved acquisitions of two city properties. Additional actions included a fiber‑optic network amendment, a marketing agreement, and a development agreement for 408 Grove Street.

• Approved 2025‑2026 property tax levy (17.24163) – all members voting aye
• Adopted FY 2025‑2026 operating budget and tax certification (Resolution 2025‑041) – all members voting aye
• Adopted FY 2025‑2026 capital improvement & equipment budget and plan (Resolution 2025‑042) – all members voting aye
• Authorized $331,785 contract with West Union Trenching Inc. for Electric Distribution Improvements – Phase 1 (Resolution 2025‑043) – all members voting aye
• Approved acquisition of property at 128 Apple Avenue (Resolution 2025‑044) – all members voting aye
• Approved acquisition of property at 403 Prospect Street (Resolution 2025‑045) – all members voting aye
• Authorized First Amendment to Fiber Optic Network Installation Agreement with Platinum Connect, LLC (Resolution 2025‑046) – all members voting aye
• Approved Development Agreement for 408 Grove Street with Michael and Shelia Scott (Resolution 2025‑048) – all members voting aye

City Council

The City Council approved the Beach Street PCC Rehabilitation Project, awarding a $940,099 contract to TK Concrete Inc. It also approved several other resolutions, including a $92,430 retrofit of the East Lift Station, the selection of Maguire Water for water‑tower maintenance, and a treatment agreement with Mary Ann’s Specialty Foods. Public hearing dates were set for the FY 2025‑2026 budget, water‑main repairs, and the FY 2026 HMA Improvements Project. The council scheduled a Clean‑Up/Drop‑Off event for June 13‑14, 2025.

• Approved Beach Street PCC Rehabilitation Project contract $940,099 to TK Concrete Inc. (Resolution 2025-035) – all five members voted aye
• Approved East Lift Station retrofit with two new FLYGT pumps, contract $92,430 (Resolution 2025-036) – all five members voted aye
• Approved selection of Maguire Water as maintenance provider for water towers (Resolution 2025-037) – all five members voted aye
• Approved public hearing on May 19, 2025 for 2025‑2026 Watermain Repairs and Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Resolution 2025-038) – all five members voted aye
• Approved treatment agreement with Mary Ann’s Specialty Foods (Resolution 2025-039) – all five members voted aye
• Approved public hearing on May 5, 2025 for FY 2026 HMA Improvements Project (Resolution 2025-040) – all five members voted aye
• Scheduled public hearing to certify FY 2025‑2026 Budget on April 21, 2025 – all five members voted aye
• Set Clean‑Up/Drop‑Off event for June 13‑14, 2025 – all five members voted aye

City Council

The Webster City Council will vote on approving the preliminary plat and site plan for Wilson Estates, a planned residential development on Wall Street by Kading Development. They will also authorize bidding for electric distribution improvements Phase 1 and set a public hearing for April 21. Additionally, the council will seek bids for on-call sanitary and storm sewer cleaning and televising services. Consent items include routine approvals of minutes, claims, department reports, and a liquor license renewal for Dollar General at 814 Superior St.

• Approval of preliminary plat and site plan for Wilson Estates Planned Residential Development on Wall Street (Kading Development)
• Resolution to authorize solicitation of bids and set public hearing (April 21) for Electric Distribution Improvements – Phase 1
• Resolution to seek bids for on-call sanitary and storm sewer cleaning and televising services
• Renewal of Class B Retail Alcohol License for Dollar General at 814 Superior St.
• Citizens may address council on non-agenda items during petitions/communications

The Webster City Council approved three resolutions: authorizing bids for on-call sanitary and storm sewer cleaning, approving the preliminary plat and site plan for Wilson Estates Planned Residential Development, and setting a public hearing for electric distribution improvements. All votes were unanimous among the four present members, with Matt McKinney absent.

• Approved Resolution 2025-032 authorizing sewer cleaning bid solicitation (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-033 for Wilson Estates preliminary plat and site plan (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-034 setting April 21 public hearing for electric distribution improvements (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, reports, and liquor license renewal for Dollar General (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session on an indoor sports complex and a regular meeting to discuss a service line program. The body is deciding on several infrastructure contracts and the purchase of a property at 208 Division.

• Purchase of property at 208 Division for $5,000.00
• Public hearing for Property Tax Levy set for April 7 at 6:05 p.m.
• Notice of hearing for Beach Street PCC Rehabilitation Project on April 7 at 6:05 p.m.
• Professional services amendments with Snyder and Associates for Summer 2025 HMA Street Improvement and bridge inspections
• Repairs for Well #6 at the Water Treatment Plant

The Webster City Council approved several resolutions, including authorizing repairs to Well #6 for the Water Treatment Plant at a cost not exceeding $84,725, and purchasing property at 208 Division Street for $5,000. They also set public hearing dates for the Beach Street PCC Rehabilitation Project and the property tax levy. The council heard a presentation on a proposed Indoor Sports Complex and a virtual presentation on Home Serve USA's service line program, with follow-ups planned.

• Approved Resolution 2025-027 setting April 7 public hearing for Beach Street PCC Rehabilitation Project (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-028 authorizing Amendment No. 36 with Snyder and Associates for HMA Street Improvement Project (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-029 authorizing Amendment No. 37 with Snyder and Associates for bridge inspections (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-030 authorizing Well #6 repairs up to $84,725 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-031 authorizing purchase of 208 Division Street for $5,000 (3-0)
• Set April 7 public hearing for property tax levy (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims (3-0)

City Council

The Webster City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to approve a development agreement with Wilson Estates LLC, authorizing annual tax increment payments. The council will also take a second reading of an ordinance that divides property taxes for the 2025 Housing Urban Renewal Area. Additionally, the council will consider a contract amendment with Snyder & Associates for design services and hear the Chamber of Commerce's 2024 annual report. The consent agenda includes routine items like minutes, claims, and departmental reports.

• Public hearing on a development agreement with Wilson Estates LLC
• Resolution to approve the Wilson Estates development agreement and authorize tax increment payments
• Second reading of an ordinance for division of taxes in the 2025 Housing Urban Renewal Area
• Resolution authorizing Amendment No. 35 with Snyder & Associates for site certification design services
• Presentation of the 2024 Annual Report by the Chamber of Commerce

The Council held a public hearing with no objections and approved a development agreement with Wilson Estates LLC, including annual tax increment payments. It also passed an ordinance dividing taxes in the 2025 Webster City Housing Urban Renewal Area, and authorized a contract amendment with Snyder and Associates for design services.

• Approved Resolution 2025-025: development agreement with Wilson Estates LLC (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-1877: tax division for 2025 Housing Urban Renewal Area (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-026: contract amendment with Snyder and Associates (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, reports, and liquor license amendments for Hy-Vee locations (5-0)

City Council

The Webster City Council will meet February 3, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. to hold public hearings on the 2023-2024 city audit and the designation of a Housing Urban Renewal Area, along with a related tax division ordinance. The council will also consider resolutions for a development agreement with Wilson Estates LLC, final plat approval for Lynx Development, and an industrial sewer agreement with Webster City Custom Meats. Consent items include two three-year farm leases and a liquor license amendment for Dollar General.

• Public hearing and resolution to establish the 2025 Webster City Housing Urban Renewal Area and approve the urban renewal plan and project
• Resolution setting Feb. 17 meeting to consider development agreement with Wilson Estates LLC including tax increment payments
• Resolution to accept final plat and dedication of Lynx Development in Webster City
• Consider payment of workforce tax credit housing match for Lynx Development not previously paid
• Resolution authorizing city manager to enter into Industrial Sewer User Wastewater Services Agreement with Webster City Custom Meats, Inc.

The Webster City Council, with three members present and the mayor and mayor pro tem absent, approved the 2023-2024 city audit, designated the 2025 Housing Urban Renewal Area, and passed related resolutions including a development agreement with Wilson Estates LLC. It also approved final plat for Lynx Development, a wastewater agreement with Webster City Custom Meats, and authorized concrete crushing bids up to $60,000. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved 2023-2024 city audit (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-019 establishing 2025 Housing Urban Renewal Area (3-0)
• Approved first reading of tax division ordinance for renewal area (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-020 setting Feb 17 hearing for Wilson Estates development agreement (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-021 accepting easement from Chizek property owners (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-022 approving final plat for Lynx Development (3-0)
• Approved workforce tax credit housing match payment for Lynx Development (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-023 authorizing wastewater services agreement with Webster City Custom Meats (3-0)

City Council

The council holds a public hearing on a development agreement with Kading Properties and considers a resolution expressing intent to support Wilson Estates LLC. They will vote on resolutions to purchase an Elgin RegenX street sweeper for $413,318, accept a permanent easement from Webster City IA Assisted Living Owner LLC, and buy vehicles for the water treatment plant and line department. A closed session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation.

• Public hearing on development agreement between City of Webster City and Kading Properties
• Resolution expressing intent to provide economic development support to Wilson Estates LLC
• Purchase of Elgin RegenX Street Sweeper via Sourcewell from MacQueen for $413,318
• Acceptance of Permanent and Temporary Easement Agreement from Webster City IA Assisted Living Owner LLC
• Purchase of two 1-ton 4x4 utility trucks for the Line Department (proposal)

The Webster City Council approved a development agreement with Kading Properties and Wilson Estates LLC, despite one oral objection. They also authorized several purchases, including a street sweeper, painting work on silos, and new vehicles for city departments. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved Resolution 2025-013 expressing intent to support Wilson Estates LLC (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-014 accepting easement from Webster City IA Assisted Living Owner, LLC (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-015 authorizing purchase of Elgin RegenX Street Sweeper for $413,318 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-016 authorizing Utility Service Group for silo painting work for $65,979 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-017 authorizing purchase of 2025 Chevrolet Silverado for $43,812.60 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-018 authorizing purchase of two 1-ton utility trucks up to $70,000 each (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, reports, and liquor license renewals (4-0)
• Held closed session for litigation strategy (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will address annual appointments, financial authorizations, and a second reading of an ordinance regarding vacant and abandoned property. The body is also considering the purchase of two parcels of land and a residential development application.

• Second reading of an ordinance pertaining to Vacant and Abandoned Property
• Proposed purchase of Parcels 40882602226013 and 40882602231010 between Fair Avenue and Beach Street
• Planned Residential Development (PRD) application for Kading Properties on Wall Street
• Public hearing set for February 3 regarding the 2025 Housing Urban Renewal Area
• Public hearing set for January 20 regarding a development agreement with Kading Properties

The Webster City Council approved a collective slate of annual appointments, including John Harrenstein as City Clerk and Zachary Chizek as City Attorney. It passed resolutions for financial authorities, meeting dates, and a planned residential development for Kading Properties on Wall Street. The council also approved the purchase of two parcels between Fair Avenue and Beach Street and set public hearings for a housing urban renewal area and a development agreement with Kading Properties.

• Approved collective appointments for City Clerk, Deputy Clerks, City Attorney, and various board representatives (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-001 through 2025-009 for E911, Emergency Management, Solid Waste, finance authorities, depositories, and meeting dates (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of ordinance amending vacant/abandoned property code (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-010 to purchase two parcels between Fair Avenue and Beach Street (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-011 for Planned Residential Development for Kading Properties on Wall Street (unanimous)
• Set Feb 3, 2025 public hearing for housing urban renewal area and plan (unanimous)
• Set Jan 20, 2025 public hearing for development agreement with Kading Properties (unanimous)
• Approved minutes, claims, and liquor license renewal for Hiway 20 Liquor & Tobacco (unanimous)