David M. Leath

This Water System Plan evaluates the City of Davenport's drinking water system capacity and distribution needs to meet current and future demands. It assesses existing infrastructure, analyzes current and projected water demands, identifies deficiencies like low pressure areas and declining well yields, and outlines recommended improvements and a Capital Improvement Program. The plan also details water resource analysis, conservation efforts, source water protection, and operation and maintenance procedures to ensure long-term water supply reliability and regulatory compliance.

The City Council meeting included discussions on traffic enforcement in areas with crosswalks following accidents on Morgan Street. Updates were provided on the Airport Runway Relocation Project, including the clarification of property lines due to farming on city-owned land. The council also addressed the upcoming extreme heat and invited citizens without adequate shelter to use City Hall as a cooling center. Additionally, the council approved the payment of claims and vouchers.

The council held a public hearing regarding the vacation of a portion of Logan Street Right of Way for a proposed commercial property. Concerns were raised about street narrowness, increased traffic, and the potential negative impact on local businesses. The issue was continued to the next meeting. The police department introduced a new deputy. The Water/Sewer/Garbage committee discussed irrigation systems and recommended purchasing a new spray gun and re-instating late fees on utility bills. The council also discussed rezoning and a conditional use permit for a home occupation.

The meeting included a public hearing for Resolution 2021-18 regarding a grant agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration. The City Council discussed the amounts of the FAA grants for the airport and the need for a new resolution. The police reported 87 calls for service in July, with emphasis on traffic and parking issues. Resolution 2021-19 was passed to establish the authority to execute the grant from the FAA. Ordinance 1169 was accepted at its first and final reading, amending the 2021 Budget for the City of Davenport due to ARPA money received.

The council discussed the 2022 preliminary budget, including revenue sources, the regular tax levy, and utility rates. There was a suggestion to raise water utility rates by two percent and sewer rates by three percent, with an additional increase in the garbage rate. The council also heard a police report about vandalism in the city park, and discussed committee reports including the annual finance committee meeting for the 2022 budget, neighbors helping neighbors, and street matters. The mayor gave his annual budget message, highlighting revenue streams and investment in infrastructure. The council also discussed old business, including the second reading of an ordinance related to the construction of a Family Dollar store, and new business, including the first reading of an ordinance establishing the regular tax levy for 2022.