Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for City of Calmar.
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Nov 12, 2026
Dec 3, 2026
The solicitation is for construction of the 2027 North End Utility Extension Phase 3 project for the City of Calmar. Resolution #728 orders bids and notice to bidders and sets the required bid security. The public hearing is to address the project plans, specifications, contract form, and estimate of costs.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Calmar
The City Council meeting addressed various financial items, including the review and approval of monthly claims and reports. Significant actions included the approval of Resolution #728, which authorizes the bidding process and sets a public hearing for the 2027 North End Utility Extension Phase 3 project. The Council also approved authorization for the Mayor to sign the Iowa State Revolution Fund Intended Use Plan for a water main replacement project. Several building permits were reviewed and approved, some pending variances. Additionally, the Council approved a yearly contribution to the SW Rec Board, passed Ordinance #462 regarding solid waste collection fees, approved the Annual Street Report, and discussed the budget amendment for the upcoming fiscal period.
The council approved various claims and building permits, including projects for Wayne Wiest, Tina Jensen, and Planting Seeds LLC, while tabling a permit for Dan Houdek pending a variance. Key actions included approving an agreement for professional services with SEH, Inc. for the Northside Utility Expansion project and passing a resolution for a new street light at 303 W Main Street. Additionally, the council tabled an ordinance regarding the mandatory collection of solid waste and discussed operational items such as lead lines, sand volleyball, and infrastructure repairs.
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The council reviewed and approved various financial claims and reports for the month. Discussions included concerns regarding the city's north parking lot, the appointment of a new representative for the RHA Board, and several actions related to the Washington Street Utility Project, including approval of a change order, the certificate of substantial completion, final payment, and the formal acceptance of work. The meeting also addressed updates on the CDBG Water Main Project, the development of a joint housing and infrastructure venture, various community development updates from Winneshiek County Development and Tourism, and commercial audit programs. Additionally, the council appointed committee members for Pivo TIF, approved a flooring bid for the Depot, and authorized a 28E Agreement with the Winneshiek County Sheriff Department.
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