Linda Murken

The board discussed several items, including the status of the APCO Conference scholarship applications and the proposed FY27 budget, which will be subject to a future public hearing. The board held elections for members to the Executive Board and for the positions of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. A legislative update was provided regarding multiple bills impacting 911 services, specifically focusing on surcharge legislation and proposed mandates for consolidation. Additionally, the board reviewed the current status of a consolidation study concept.

The board meeting included the adoption of the agenda and the opening of two public comment periods. The board held a closed session pursuant to Iowa code section 25 21.51c before returning to open session and adjourning the meeting.

The committee discussed updates on the Hazard Mitigation Plan, noting its approval by FEMA and Iowa Homeland Security with adoption resolutions to be distributed later. New business included a review of changes to ESF 10 HazMat planning due dates, which have been realigned to a calendar year schedule. Training opportunities involving suspicious mail handling for university staff were presented. The meeting concluded with a review of several recent chemical and fuel spills occurring in the region.

The Board discussed several items including the approval of claims, consent agenda items, and the second consideration of two ordinances, one for rescinding a previous ordinance and another regarding land development regulations. The Board also addressed the request for additional office space at the Human Services Center for the Central Iowa Community Services and considered two subdivision requests: one for an agricultural subdivision at John's Farm and another for a residential parcel subdivision in Palestine Township.

The Story County Operations Climate Action Plan is designed to enhance the resilience of Story County government operations to changing weather conditions and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It addresses impacts from blizzards, winter storms, floods, wind events, extreme heat, humidity, drought, and air quality. Key strategies include improving infrastructure, enhancing emergency response, mitigating heat impacts, and reducing emissions from vehicles and buildings through fuel alternatives, energy efficiency, and policy adjustments, aiming to ensure continuous services and public safety.