The City Council addressed a wide range of municipal agenda items. Major actions included the approval of various alcohol licenses for local businesses and special events. The Council approved logistics, including street closures and parking waivers, for the Ames High School Homecoming Parade, the Ames Booster Club Homecoming Tailgate, and the ISU Homecoming events, including lawn displays and fireworks. Infrastructure and improvement projects were advanced, with approvals granted for HVAC upgrades, street pavement improvements, and utility service contracts. Additionally, the Council reviewed and moved forward ordinances related to municipal code revisions and urban renewal designations, while also taking action on bond sales, budget amendments, and electric revenue loan agreements.
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The City Council meeting covered various administrative, financial, and operational matters. Key topics included the approval of multiple alcohol licenses, contract change orders, and new contracts for services such as construction, engineering, and utility improvements. Discussion occurred regarding the expansion of the Neighborhood Improvement Grant, updates to the Homelessness Ames and Story County Action Plan, and the adoption of business and market changes for the City depository. The Council also addressed infrastructure projects including street pavement improvements and solar panel installations, as well as reviewed zoning text amendments and fireworks permit requests for upcoming events. Public forums allowed for community input on various municipal initiatives.
Jun 23, 2026·Board meeting
Ames City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council meeting included several key actions, such as the approval of various retail alcohol licenses and renewals, and a temporary outdoor service request for the Midnight Madness event. Council members addressed municipal infrastructure, including a report on contract change orders, approval of interfund loans, and various contract renewals for custodial, maintenance, and power plant services. Discussions also covered the Lincoln Way Corridor Study, the CyRide Route Pavement Improvements project, and plans for the 2025/26 Low Point Drainage Improvements. Furthermore, the Council addressed land use amendments, rezoning requests for The Bluffs and other properties, and the renewal of the Ames Regional Economic Alliance contract. Additionally, the meeting featured staff reports on an overview of a data center project, the Electric Energy Upgrade Program, and updates on the Steven L. Schainker Plaza and other municipal projects.
Apr 14, 2026·Board meeting
Ames City Council Regular Meeting
The Council meeting involved the approval of various proclamations, alcohol license applications, and renewals. Key actions included approving the appointment of the City Manager to the Mid-Iowa Planning Alliance Executive Board, accepting the third-quarter financial report, and setting dates for upcoming public hearings on land leases, budget adjustments, and utility projects. Additionally, the Council authorized several contracts and bonds for infrastructure projects, including sanitary sewer rehabilitation and the Resource Recovery and Recycling Campus, and engaged in discussions regarding ordinance amendments, nuisance party penalties, and park boundary expansions.
