John Harrenstein

The Council discussed and acted upon several key items, including a development agreement with Brew Oil, L.L.C. involving tax increment payments and the expansion of the Riverview Urban Renewal Area. Other major topics included ordinances pertaining to false fire alarm regulations and updated electrical energy rates, as well as the submission of an application to the Hometown Pride Program. Additionally, the Council reviewed property tax levy hearings, municipal contracts for park shelter improvements, and community development reports.

The agenda for the City Council Meeting included several items. Under Petitions/Communications/Requests, the time was allocated for citizen address on matters not on the Agenda. The Consent Agenda covered routine items such as the approval of the Minutes of the February 2, 2026 Meeting, claims and fund lists, January operational reports for Wastewater, Electric, and Water departments, the January Police and Fire reports, the 2025 Community Development Summary, and Council Committee Reports. The General Agenda featured a presentation by Williams & Company P.C. on the 2024-2025 Audit, with a subsequent motion to accept and file the audit. Another item involved approving a proposal from Woodruff Construction for Embed Repairs at the Water Treatment Plant.

The agenda for the City Council meeting included several segments. Under Petitions, Communications, and Requests, a time was set for citizen address on matters not on the Agenda. The Consent Agenda comprised routine items such as approval of the minutes from the February 16, 2026 meeting, claims and fund lists, the Annual Cemetery Advisory Committee Report, and recommendations for the issuance of various Beer & Liquor Licenses. The General Agenda featured a public hearing concerning the proposed expansion of the Webster City Riverview Urban Renewal Area, including resolutions and ordinances related to establishing the area and dividing tax levies. Further general items included setting a date for a meeting to approve a Development Agreement with Brew Oil, L.L.C., first readings of proposed ordinances regarding False Fire Alarms and new electrical energy rates, setting a public hearing date for the Property Tax Levy, authorizing contracts for the East Twin Park Shelter Project, accepting a revised plat for Lynx Development, and authorizing an Employee Share Agreement for a Communication Director between the City and Webster City Community Schools. Other items included a report/update from the City Attorney.

The meeting included the approval of the agenda, followed by general discussion items. Key actions involved setting a date for a public hearing concerning the boundary amendment of the expanded Webster City Riverview urban renewal area, which includes the properties of the former dock stop, a Kmart location, and the Peru Oil Redevelopment Project. The Council proceeded with second readings and subsequent approvals/waiving of third readings for ordinances amending the city code regarding prohibitions on engine brakes and compression brakes due to noise concerns, and an ordinance related to night parking restrictions. A significant item involved the request to award a demolition contract to Mid Iowa Site Services LLC for the old Hilltop School located at 915 High Street, which was previously condemned due to safety risks, hazardous conditions including asbestos, and water infiltration. The Council also heard updates on the implementation of a vacant building ordinance and the finalization of a fee resolution. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter into a closed session to discuss real estate purchase or sale matters.

The agenda includes a roll call, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a motion to approve the agenda. It also includes petitions, communications, and requests from citizens, as well as public information. The council will hold an oath of office for newly elected council members. The consent agenda includes minutes, claims, finance treasurer reports, police and fire department activity reports, and recommendations for beer and liquor license issuance. There will be a public hearing on proposed plans and specifications for the 2026 PCC Pavement Patching Project, discussion on city-owned property, and first readings of ordinances amending speed zones. The agenda also includes recognition of outgoing councilmen.