Veronica Bauer

The City Council approved the bill list for June 2026, which included various municipal expenses such as utility services, maintenance, library programming, capital project payments, and employee benefits. Furthermore, the Council authorized several alcohol retail licenses for local businesses, a cigarette and tobacco permit renewal, and a device retailer license.

The council meeting addressed various administrative and financial items, including the approval of a comprehensive bill list and the Treasurer's Report. Legislative actions included the approval of several liquor licenses, a cigarette permit renewal, and the SHIELD agreement for the upcoming fiscal year. The council also adopted resolutions regarding nonprofit grants for local organizations. Additionally, the council approved reappointments to the Library Board and the Low Rent Housing Authority. Public comments were heard concerning sidewalk sales and downtown parking, and the council discussed the potential for future work sessions on downtown matters and the exploration of e-bike regulations.

The council approved the monthly bill list, a Class C Retail Alcohol License for Sportsmans, and cigarette/tobacco permit renewals. Public hearings were held regarding the FY2026 Budget Amendment #1, the adoption of the Cypress Ridge Urban Renewal Plan, and a development agreement with Seemann Development Corporation, Inc., all of which were subsequently approved by resolution. Further resolutions were adopted regarding the issuance of General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2026. The council also approved a treatment agreement for the East 5th Street Utility Extension and a School Resource Officer Agreement.

The City Council approved the bill list for the month of April, including various operational expenditures. They authorized several liquor licenses and cigarette permit renewals. A public hearing was held for the FY2027 City Budget, which was subsequently approved via resolution. The council also approved a treatment agreement with the Iowa Great Lakes Sanitary District and passed multiple resolutions regarding the 2025 sewer rehabilitation project, change orders for the WTP automation and control upgrades, and the initiation of processes for the Cypress Ridge Urban Renewal Plan.

The City Council conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year 2027. No public comments, either written or oral, were submitted for consideration during the hearing.