Budget & taxes in Iowa local government
What Iowa city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about budget & taxes — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
2,294 Iowa meetings since 2024 covered budget & taxes. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Iowa with the most budget & taxes activity
- Linn County, IA (234)
- Davenport, IA (132)
- Polk County, IA (128)
- Muscatine County, IA (113)
- Dubuque County, IA (104)
- Waterloo, IA (96)
- Independence, IA (83)
- Marshalltown, IA (81)
- Fort Dodge, IA (69)
- Marble Rock, IA (51)
- Ottumwa, IA (49)
- Oskaloosa, IA (48)
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PSAP Advisory Committee to review end-of-year financial reports
The Polk County Joint 911 Service Board PSAP Advisory Committee will meet to discuss communications center updates and administration reports. The committee will review end-of-year revenue, expense, and cash balance reports. The meeting also includes updates on Alert Iowa and upcoming emergency operations training.
Council to vote on property‑tax ordinance for Imagine More urban renewal plan
The Pella City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals, several resolutions, and a property‑tax ordinance. The ordinance (Ordinance No. 1090) would direct general property taxes to a special fund for loans related to the Imagine More Community Urban Renewal area. Additional items include…
Motorola Solutions change order reduces maintenance price using $416,338.44 prepayment
The Board will review and act on the meeting agenda, July 14, 2026 minutes, and public comments. It will consider several financial actions, including a Motorola Solutions change order that applies a $416,338.44 prepayment to reduce maintenance costs, stopping interest on a $24,000 school‑ready fund, and a corrective…
City Council votes to sell 340 North Marion St. property for $7,777.77
The Ottumwa City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution No. 164-2026 to sell the property at 340 North Marion Street to Alma Perez for $7,777.77. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including the purchase of a half‑ton 4WD pickup truck for $47,649 and approval of multiple…
Committee will approve the finance report for the previous period
The Urbandale Public Art Committee will vote to approve the previous meeting's minutes and the finance report. The meeting includes a director's report from Jan Herke of Parks and Recreation and updates on recent community art events. Members will also discuss volunteer needs for upcoming activities.
City Council approves $421,850 Business Highway 75 South patching project
At the July 21 regular meeting, the Le Mars City Council held a hearing on the Business Highway 75 South Patching Project and voted to adopt a resolution approving its plans, specifications, contract form, and estimated cost. The project is estimated at $421,850 and will be funded from the city's TIF or Road Use Tax…
Board will consider the Carver Trust Grant for Farley Library & Community Center
The Dubuque County Library District Board will discuss several items, including a proposed Carver Trust grant for the Farley Library and Community Center, a designation of public‑meeting notice locations under HF 2490, and a review of the Bulletin Board & Display policy. They will also receive reports on finances…
City Council to approve $8.29 million in bills for March‑May 2026 expenses
The Muscatine City Council will consider routine consent‑agenda items, including approval of July 7 and July 14 meeting minutes and several permits. It will vote on bills totaling $8,290,958.17 for March‑May 2026 and a purchase order for street repair at 315 Parham St. The council will also hold a public hearing on…
Library Board meeting to discuss agenda, finances, and upcoming projects
The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees will hold a public meeting to consider public comments, approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 16, 2026, and review bills scheduled for payment on July 21, 2026. The board will also examine circulation and program statistics and discuss old and new business…
Jesup City Council approves new police officer and library staff
The City Council approved the hiring of a full-time police officer and two part-time library assistants. The council also authorized spending for a new Bobcat Skid Steer Loader and tree dump grinding services.
Council to approve multiple pay applications for water, sewer and road projects
The Algona City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes approving minutes, an appropriating resolution, department reports, and several pay applications for infrastructure projects. The pay applications cover the 2024 WWTF Improvements, 2025 sanitary sewer lining and manhole improvements, and 2026 seal…
Webster City Council to consider $140,800 construction services contract
The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the Hamilton County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Members are also deciding on a residential tax abatement renewal and updates to golf cart definitions in the city code.
City Council to review $1 million YMCA construction payment
The City Council is meeting to discuss infrastructure projects, public safety purchases, and local event permits. Key items include construction pay estimates and a second reading of park regulations.
Council to discuss and possibly act on the Capital Improvement Plan
The Gilbert City Council will discuss the Capital Improvement Plan prepared by Snyder and & Associates and Northland. Council members will also consider several payment resolutions, a bridge replacement project, and a main‑street reconstruction progress payment. Additional items include a fund‑transfer authorization…
Winterset City Council to consider garbage rate increase and municipal code amendment
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to Municipal Code Section 4.12003. The body is also considering a resolution to increase garbage rates for residential customers of Waste Management (WM).
City Council will approve a $121,485 purchase of a 2027 dump truck chassis
The council will consider items on the consent agenda, including routine approvals and a $121,485 purchase of a 2027 International dump truck chassis for Public Works. It will vote on several license renewals and new retail alcohol licenses, temporary street‑closure permits for August events, and multiple contracts…
Council to consider special election for capital improvements reserve fund levy
The Oskaloosa City Council will adopt the consent agenda, approve June 2026 financial reports, and consider several routine payments and appointments. Council members will discuss a resolution to call a special election on establishing a capital‑improvements reserve fund and an annual levy. Additional items include a…
City Council to consider tax abatements and street project change order
The City Council will review several tax abatement requests and a change order for street improvements. The body is also deciding on various business permits and alcohol licenses.
Floyd County Veterans Affairs Commission to meet July 20
The commission will meet to review the budget, claims, and recurring bills. The director will provide updates on office activities.
Council holds public hearing on perpetual electric line easement on city property
The Ely City Council will conduct a public hearing on a perpetual electric line easement on public property. It will also consider resolutions to approve the line agreement, a general services contract with MSA, and updates to city code for UTVs and golf carts. Additional items include a payment application for the…
Board will approve policies, preparedness plan, and standing orders
The Floyd County Board of Health will meet on July 20, 2026 to approve the agenda and minutes from the May 18 meeting. The board will review the public health and home health care reports, including year‑to‑date budgets. It will take annual actions to approve policies and procedures, the FCPH preparedness plan, and…
Library Board will discuss the library’s budget and operations
The North Liberty Library Board will approve the June meeting minutes and hear the Library Director’s report covering the budget, operations, and staff matters. The board will also review several policy documents, including the Personnel Policy Statement, Program Policy, and the Board of Trustees By‑laws. Any new…
City Council approves tax exemptions for two new residential constructions
The Waterloo City Council will vote on resolutions granting tax exemptions for a single‑family home valued at $496,500 at 1715 Red Tail Drive and a townhouse valued at $369,900 at 4182 Mystic Drive, both in the City Limits Urban Revitalization Area. The council will also consider routine consent agenda items, fee…
Finance Committee considers $660,000 fire truck and police fleet updates
The Finance Committee is reviewing several high-value expenditures for public safety and infrastructure. The body is discussing pre-authorizations for a new fire truck, police vehicles, and street maintenance supplies.
Board will consider the Library's Budget Forecast for upcoming fiscal year
The Independence Library Board will review and vote on several policy updates, including the Prize and Incentives Policy and the Fines and Fees Policy. The board will receive a Strategic Plan Update and a Programming Update. A Budget Forecast will be presented for discussion. Additional items include a Park Project…
Commission to discuss FY 2027 Work Plan and grant update
The Linn County Historic Preservation Commission will discuss the FY 2027 Work Plan and review the FY27 Historic Preservation Grant update. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from April 29, 2026, and a discussion on the Lincoln Highway Kiosk.
Board considers rezoning and final plat for Elf Lane in Cedar Rapids
The Board of Supervisors will consider a final request to rezone 9.29 acres on Elf Lane from Agricultural to Rural Residential 2-Acre. The board is also deciding on various FY27 provider agreements for substance abuse and children's mental health services. Other items include equipment purchases and copier leases.
Council to approve $121,776 payment for Summit Street water main project
The Center Point City Council will consider several resolutions, including a payment of $121,776.23 to Rathje Construction for the Summit Street Water Main Project. Other items include the first reading of Ordinance #517, approval of a final plat for the Klawiter First Addition, and an agreement with the Iowa Economic…
Council to consider $1M HVAC contract, police chief transition, housing plan
The New Providence Borough Council will vote on a consent agenda containing 25 resolutions and introduce four ordinances. Key actions include authorizing a $1,027,560 HVAC upgrade for the municipal building, appointing a new police chief, and advancing affordable housing plans. The council will also consider road…
Review and approval of Change Order No. 2 for the Aurora‑Meredith trunk sewer extension
The Urbandale Sanitary Sewer District will consider several updates and approvals. Items include a financial audit report, updates on trunk sewer projects, and review and approval of change orders and pay estimates for contracts related to the trunk sewer extension south of Aurora to Meredith. The board will also hear…
Pella Library Board discusses system updates and trustee training
The Board will review financial reports and approve bills from June and July. Discussions include an update on the Integrated Library System and a strategic plan update. The meeting also includes trustee education requirements and potential policy reviews.
Coralville Council considers $33 million bond refinancing and several land use changes
The City Council will consider a $33,000,000.00 bond refinancing to convert adjustable-rate debt from 2016-2018 into fixed-rate debt. Other items include site plan amendments for IRL Parkview, land use changes for Oakdale Overlook, and a speed limit reduction on Highway 6.
City Council to consider water and sewer utility rate increases
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a Water Revenue Loan and consider the final adoption of ordinances to increase water and sewer utility rates. The body will also review several subdivision agreements and a preliminary site plan for Creekside South II.
Indianola library board discusses concept design and updates payment policy
The Indianola Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review monthly financial claims and approve June meeting minutes. Board members will discuss a concept design for the library facility and vote on updates to the credit/debit card policy. The agenda also includes electing officers and assigning committees for…
City Council to hold $7,577.79 intrafund transfer pending new chair purchase
The council will consider several ordinances, including first readings of an E‑scooter ordinance, a variance notice date change, a golf‑cart sticker requirement, and a municipal tree ordinance. A resolution will hold a $7,577.79 intrafund transfer from Resolution 2026‑42 until new chairs are purchased. Additional…
911 board to review Alert Iowa operations and Q4 surcharge reports
The Executive Committee will consider the Alert Iowa Operations and Procedures Plan. They will also receive updates on the CAD Improvement Project and 911 communications council. Finance reports include Q4 surcharge distributions and end-of-year FY 25-26 distributions.
Council to approve $527,833.68 contract for East Fork Interceptor Phase 3 upgrades
The Plainfield Town Council will consider a series of consent agenda items, including approvals of several contracts and updates to policies. A major item is the approval of Contract No. 26292.01 with Reynolds Construction, LLC for $527,833.68 to fund scope increases on the East Fork Interceptor, Phase 3 Liftstation &…
City Council approves $400,000 U‑STEP traffic engineering funding with Iowa DOT
The council adopted a consent agenda that includes several routine approvals and a $400,000 Urban‑State Traffic Engineering Program (U‑STEP) agreement with the Iowa DOT for the Highway 14 3R Northern Section project. It also approved $171,710 for ADA curb‑ramp funding, a $109,050 change order for the Center Street…
Council will vote on a loan election and award a wastewater plant contract
The Independence City Council will approve a consent agenda that includes a RAGBRAI special Class C retail alcohol license and a Sip N Zip retail tobacco permit. They will consider ordinance amendments to the traffic code and set a public hearing on fee schedule changes. The council will further review bids and award…
Council will discuss budget, skywalk signage, and partnership update.
The Mayor and City Council will hold a work session for the second strategic planning session. Attendees will discuss upcoming topics including budget discussions, skywalk signage, and an update from the Greater Des Moines Partnership.