Algona public meetings in 2022

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 19, 2022, covering routine consent items and several new business items. Key actions include second reading of a stop/yield intersection ordinance, first reading of a cemetery ordinance amendment, acknowledging repayment of two RLF loans, approving pay applications for street projects, and referring a zoning request. The council will also discuss FY 2024 budget planning and make appointments to various boards and commissions.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 10.28 (Stop and Yield Intersections) - 2nd Reading
• Ordinance amending Chapter 2.84 (Municipal Cemetery) - 1st Reading
• Resolutions acknowledging RLF loan repayments by Thistle Do LLC (Cultivate Boutique) and A2Z Broadcasting LLC & Merrill Enterprises LLC
• Approve Pay Application #8 for 2022 McCoy St, Phillips St, Call St Parking Lot Reconstruction Project
• Refer to Planning & Zoning: request to amend zoning classification for 412 West Call Street

The Council approved over $338,000 in payments for street and parking lot reconstruction projects. It also passed an ordinance updating stop and yield requirements at Phillips Street intersections and acknowledged the full repayment of two business loans.

• Approved ordinance for stop signs at Oak and Phillips and Lucas and Phillips (All Ayes)
• Tabled ordinance amending Municipal Cemetery code (All Ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 23-42 acknowledging $10,000 loan repayment by Thistle Do LLC (All Ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 23-43 acknowledging $15,000 loan repayment by A2Z Broadcasting LLC & Merrill Enterprises LLC (All Ayes)
• Approved $290,504.15 payment to Reding’s Gravel & Excavating for McCoy, Phillips, and Call St project (All Ayes)
• Approved $47,608.96 payment to Blacktop Service Co. for Mill & Overlay project (All Ayes)
• Referred zoning classification request for 412 West Call Street to Planning & Zoning Commission (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Reappointed members to Broadband Telecommunication, Housing, and Planning & Zoning commissions (All Ayes)

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 5, 2022, to consider a first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 10.28 of the municipal code, approve resolutions for employee training and AMU budgets, and act on several appointments and notifications. The agenda also includes consent items such as minutes, an appropriating resolution, and the administrator's report, plus pay applications for the library renovation and a housing rehabilitation project.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 10.28 (1st reading)
• Resolution approving employee training agreement for Iowa Law Enforcement Academy
• Resolution accepting CY 2023 AMU budget
• Pay Application #17 for Library Renovation Project
• Urban revitalization tax exemption application for CLH Holdings LLC

The Council accepted the 2022 amended and 2023 projected budgets for Algona Municipal Utilities. They also approved a $205,795.92 payment for library renovations and updated traffic stop regulations at Phillips Street. Several administrative appointments and tax exemptions were also processed.

• Approved first reading of ordinance adding stop signs at Oak Street and Phillips Street, and Lucas Street and Phillips Street (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-3-39 for ILEA police training reimbursement agreement (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-40 accepting AMU 2022 amended budget (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-41 accepting AMU 2023 budget with projected revenues of $24,419,145 (all ayes)
• Approved $205,795.92 payment to Henkel Construction for Library Renovation Project (all ayes)
• Approved $3,148 payment to SPI Services for housing rehab at 209 E. Kennedy St. (all ayes)
• Approved Urban Revitalization Tax Exemption for CLH Holdings, LLC (all ayes)
• Appointed Mollie Leiting to the Parks & Recreation Commission (all ayes)

Algona Special City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and plan capital projects for 2023, including Central Park, street reconstruction, and mill & overlay improvements. They will also review long-term financial planning for capital projects, discuss next steps for making EMS a county essential service, and address law enforcement retention and recruitment. A resolution amending payments for officials and employees for FY 2022-23 is on the agenda.

• CY 2023 Capital Projects Planning: Central Park, Street Reconstruction, Street Improvements (Mill & Overlay)
• Long Term Financial Planning for Capital Projects
• EMS as a County Essential Service - Next steps
• Law Enforcement Retention & Recruitment
• Resolution Amending Resolution #22-118 Setting Payments for Officials & Employees for FY 2022-23

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 23-38 to amend official and employee payments for FY 2022-23. This action replaces previous wage rates for the Police Department and EMS personnel. Council also reviewed 2023 capital project planning and law enforcement recruitment strategies.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-38 amending police and EMS wage rates (all ayes)

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss the Airport Capital Improvement Plan, a storm water management plan waiver request from Federal Hybrids, Inc., the status of CY 2022 capital projects, and the WWTF Upgrade Project. No formal votes are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion.

• Airport Capital Improvement Plan
• Storm Water Management Plan Waiver Request - Federal Hybrids, Inc.
• Status of CY 2022 Capital Projects
• WWTF Upgrade Project

The City Council held a work session to receive reports on the airport's 5-year capital improvement plan and the Waste Water Treatment Facility project timeline. A request from Federal Hybrids, Inc. to waive storm water management requirements for a new building project was discussed. No formal votes on these items were recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Received overview of 5-year airport capital improvement plan
• Discussed storm water management waiver request from Federal Hybrids, Inc.
• Received status update on CY 2022 streets and parks projects
• Received timeline update for Waste Water Treatment Facility Project

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will consider several resolutions and an ordinance at its regular meeting. Key items include approving an amended EMS full-time staff schedule and timecard policy, an ordinance on handicapped parking regulations, the Airport Capital Improvement Program plan, a storm water management exemption for Federal Hybrids, Inc., and a professional services agreement for the WWTF upgrade final design. The council will also discuss law enforcement retention and recruitment.

• Resolution approving amended EMS full-time staff schedule & timecard policy
• Ordinance amending City Code Section 10.44.110 - Handicapped Parking Regulations (2nd & 3rd readings)
• Resolution approving Airport Capital Improvement Program plan
• Resolution granting storm water management exemption to Federal Hybrids, Inc.
• Resolution approving professional services engineering agreement with WHKS - WWTF Upgrade Final Design

The City Council approved a professional services agreement for the final design of the 2024 wastewater treatment facility upgrade. Other actions included approving street improvement payments, updating the airport capital plan, and designating a new handicapped parking space.

• Approved $980,000 engineering agreement with WHKS for wastewater treatment facility upgrade (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1087 designating a handicapped parking space on Moore Street (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-34 for Airport Improvement and Capital Improvement Program (all ayes)
• Approved storm water management exemption for Federal Hybrids, Inc. at 1920 East McGregor (all ayes)
• Approved $408,772.95 payment to Blacktop Service Co. for 2022 Street Improvement Project (all ayes)
• Approved $738,851.93 payment to Reding’s Gravel & Excavating for McCoy, Phillips, and Call Street projects (all ayes)
• Approved $4,933.66 final payment to Fort Dodge Asphalt Co. for 2021 Street Improvement Project (all ayes)
• Reappointed Francis Vitzthum to the Airport Commission (all ayes)

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss the FY 2021-2022 financial audit by TP Anderson & Co., a community visioning report, and proposed capital projects for calendar year 2023. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• FY 2021-2022 Financial Audit by TP Anderson & Co.
• Community Visioning Report
• CY 2023 Capital Projects

The City Council received a financial audit overview for FY 2021-2022 and a report on community visioning and feasibility. No decisions were made regarding CY 2023 Capital Projects due to time constraints.

• Approved the meeting agenda

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 7, 2022, covering a range of administrative and policy items. Key actions include a third reading of an ordinance regulating electric vehicle charging stations on public property, a first reading of an ordinance amending handicapped parking regulations, and resolutions to award contracts for housing projects. The council will also acknowledge the independent auditor's report for FY 2021-2022 and conduct a closed session for the city administrator's annual performance review.

• Ordinance regulating electric vehicle charging stations on public property (3rd reading)
• Ordinance amending City Code Section 10.44.110 on handicapped parking (1st reading)
• Resolution accepting bid and awarding contract for CDBG Owner-Occupied Housing Program at 206 S Thorington St
• Resolution accepting bid and awarding contract for CDBG-CV Upper Story Housing Conversion with Taffe Properties LLC
• Approve pay applications for Library Renovation Project (#16) and 2022 Central Park Skatepark Project (#2)

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1086 to regulate electric vehicle charging stations on public property. The council also awarded two housing contracts totaling $506,880 and approved payments for the library and skatepark projects.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1086 regulating electric vehicle charging stations on public property (All Ayes)
• Awarded $14,880 contract to Konomi Construction for 206 S Thorington St (All Ayes)
• Awarded $492,000 contract to Munn Enterprises for 307 E State Street housing conversion (All Ayes)
• Approved $91,653.53 payment to Henkel Construction for library renovation (All Ayes)
• Approved $90,667.50 payment to Spohn Ranch, Inc. for Central Park Skatepark project (All Ayes)
• Approved advertising and hiring for a new Cemetery Superintendent (All Ayes)
• Approved FY 2021-2022 Annual Financial Report (All Ayes)
• Approved Class C Liquor License for Americinn, Native Wine Permit for Train Wreck Winery, and Special Class C Liquor License for IHOP (All Ayes)

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss policy options for street reconstruction assessments and the CY 2023 street projects, review capital projects, and consider an Emerald Ash Borer response plan. No formal votes are listed on the agenda; it is a discussion session.

• Street Reconstruction Assessment Policy Options and CY 2023 Street Projects
• Capital Projects
• Emerald Ash Borer Response Plan

The Algona City Council held a work session on October 17, 2022, discussing the CY 2023 Street Project, storm water drainage on Finn Drive, a future street reconstruction assessment policy, and an Emerald Ash Borer response plan. No formal votes or decisions were made; all items were discussed for future action.

• Discussed CY 2023 Street Project and Finn Drive storm water drainage options
• Discussed street reconstruction assessment policy for future projects
• Discussed Emerald Ash Borer response plan; goal to remove 900-950 ash trees in 10-15 years
• No action taken on any agenda item

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to approve a CDBG Upper Story Housing Grant application for 17 E State Street. The council will also take up several other items, including an ordinance on EV charging stations, various contracts and agreements, and multiple pay applications for ongoing construction projects.

• Public hearing and resolution for CDBG Upper Story Housing Grant at 17 E State Street
• Ordinance regulating electric vehicle charging stations on public property (2nd reading)
• Resolution approving services agreement with CARE Team
• Resolution approving server lease and professional services agreement with Access Systems, Inc.
• Resolution awarding contract for 615 E North Street CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Program

The council voted unanimously to apply for a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant to convert the second and third floors of 17 E State Street into two low- to moderate-income apartments. They also approved a $5,500 contract with the CARE Team for family support services, a server lease with Access Systems, and several construction pay applications. An amended EMS staff schedule policy was tabled.

• Approved $500K CDBG Upper-Story Housing grant application for 17 E State St (5-0)
• Approved $5,500 service agreement with CARE Team for childcare and family resources (5-0)
• Approved server lease and professional services agreement with Access Systems (5-0)
• Approved addendum #3 for Airport Runway Project engineering (5-0)
• Approved amended construction contract for WWTF Secondary Wet Well Project at $179,035 (5-0)
• Tabled resolution on amended EMS full-time staff schedule and timecard policy (5-0)
• Approved $53,662 contract for CDBG housing rehabilitation at 615 E North St (5-0)
• Approved pay application #6 for $687,463.33 for street reconstruction (5-0)

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold its regular meeting on October 3, 2022, to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include final readings on sanitary sewer charges and parking restrictions, a first reading on electric vehicle charging stations, and resolutions to sell a fire truck and apply for a federal grant. The council will also approve service agreements with local organizations and set a public hearing for a housing grant.

• Ordinance amending sanitary sewer charges (3rd reading)
• Ordinance on parking restrictions and four-way stop at State St/Hall St (2nd & 3rd readings)
• Ordinance regulating electric vehicle charging stations on public property (1st reading)
• Resolution approving sale of 2002 Toyne Pumper fire truck
• Resolution approving grant application and local match for Federal DOT Reconnecting Communities Grant

The council approved a series of ordinances and resolutions, including a sanitary sewer rate increase that raises the flat service fee from $5.34 to $8.50 per month and the usage fee from $5.42 to $6.05 per 100 cubic feet, with automatic annual increases through 2025. They also adopted parking and traffic changes on Dodge, McCoy, Phillips, State, and Hall streets, and approved the sale of a 2002 fire truck to the City of Burt for $70,000. Several service agreements and grant applications were approved, and a public hearing was set for a CDBG housing grant application.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1084 increasing sanitary sewer rates and establishing automatic annual increases (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1085 restricting parking on Dodge, McCoy, and Phillips streets and designating a four-way stop at State/Hall (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance regulating electric vehicle charging stations on public property (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-19 selling 2002 Toyne Pumper fire truck to City of Burt for $70,000 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-20 to apply for up to $200,000 federal DOT Reconnecting Communities grant for Highway 169 pedestrian planning (5-0)
• Approved service agreements with Kossuth County Economic Development Corp., Algona Senior Center, and Kossuth County Food Pantry (5-0 each)
• Approved $10,260 payment to SPI Services for CDBG housing work at 209 E. Kennedy Street (5-0)
• Set public hearing for October 17, 2022 on CDBG Upper-Story Housing grant application for 17 E. State Street (5-0)

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including changes to sanitary sewer charges, removing imprisonment as a penalty, and restricting parking on specific streets. They will also vote on awarding a construction contract for wastewater treatment plant improvements and approve multiple pay applications for ongoing projects.

• Ordinance amending City Code Chapter 13.12 on sanitary sewer charges (2nd reading)
• Ordinance removing possibility of imprisonment from municipal code (1st, 2nd, & 3rd readings)
• Ordinance restricting parking on Dodge St, McCoy St, & Phillips St and designating four-way stop at State St/Hall St (1st reading)
• Resolution awarding construction contract for 2022 WWTF Secondary Wet Well Improvements
• Pay applications: #5 for McCoy/Phillips/Call St parking lot, #2 for mill & overlay project, #14 for library renovation

The council approved a second reading of an ordinance raising sanitary sewer charges, increasing the flat service fee from $5.34 to $8.50 per month and the usage fee from $5.42 to $6.05 per 100 cubic feet, with automatic annual increases through 2025. It also adopted Ordinance No. 1083 removing the possibility of imprisonment from city code violations. Other actions included awarding a construction contract for wastewater treatment facility improvements, approving an EMT training agreement, and setting Halloween trick-or-treat hours for 5:30-7:30 PM on October 31.

• Approved second reading of ordinance raising sanitary sewer charges and establishing automatic annual increases through 2025
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1083 removing possibility of imprisonment from city code violations
• Approved first reading of ordinance restricting parking on Dodge, McCoy, and Phillips Streets and designating a four-way stop at State/Hall intersection
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-17 awarding WWTF Secondary Wet Well Improvement contract to T.J.'s Trucking & Excavating Inc., contingent on reduced scope and price
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-18 approving EMS training agreement with Kaitlyn Householder, covering costs up to $2,010 forgivable after 24 months of service
• Approved Pay Application #5 for McCoy/Phillips/Call Street reconstruction ($902,907.55)
• Approved Pay Application #2 for Mill & Overlay Street Improvement ($570,810.87)
• Approved street closures for Band Day Parade on Oct. 1 and Bishop-Garrigan homecoming parade on Sept. 23

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing on a FY 2022-2023 budget amendment and consider adopting that amendment. New business includes a first reading of an ordinance amending sanitary sewer charges, a resolution accepting a bid for the CDBG housing program at 209 E Kennedy St, and approval of pay application #13 for the library renovation project. The council will also approve several liquor licenses and make appointments to city boards.

• Public hearing on FY 2022-2023 budget amendment
• Ordinance amending City Code Chapter 13.12 Article II on sanitary sewer charges (1st reading)
• Resolution accepting bid and awarding contract for CDBG Housing Program at 209 E Kennedy St
• Approve pay application #13 for Library Renovation Project
• Approve Class C native wine permit for Train Wreck Winery and Class E liquor licenses for Hy-Vee Wine & Spirits and One Stop Shop #3

The council approved a sanitary sewer rate increase (first reading), adopted a budget amendment adding $153,409 for a community liaison and ash tree treatment, and awarded a $27,000 contract for the first CDBG housing rehabilitation project. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved first reading of ordinance raising sanitary sewer service fee from $5.34 to $8.50/month and usage fee from $5.42 to $6.05 per 100 CF, with automatic annual increases through 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 23-13 amending FY 2022-23 budget by $153,409 for community liaison and emerald ash borer mitigation (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 23-14 approving annual street financial report for FY 2021-2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 23-15 awarding $27,000 contract to SPI Services for CDBG housing rehab at 209 E Kennedy St (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 23-16 allowing sewer fee waivers for water used in residential swimming pools (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Application #13 for $76,890.28 to Henkel Construction for library renovation retainage (unanimous)
• Reappointed John Hyink and Davis Vangorkom to Cemetery Board of Trustees through August 2028 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor licenses, minutes, and Administrator's Report (unanimous)

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The council discussed a proposed $0.75 per $1,000 property tax for EMS services, which will be on the November 2022 ballot. They also discussed rate increases to fund wastewater treatment facility improvements, with a first reading of the ordinance scheduled for the next regular meeting. No decisions were made on capital projects due to time constraints.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Discussed EMS essential service and county property tax election for November 2022
• Discussed sanitary sewer rate increases for wastewater treatment facility improvements
• No discussion on capital projects due to time constraints

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss several topics, including the emerald ash borer, capital projects, sanitary sewer fees, and EMS as an essential service. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Emerald Ash Borer discussion
• Capital Projects discussion
• Sanitary Sewer Fees discussion
• EMS - Essential Service discussion

The Algona City Council held a work session with no formal votes. Staff presented a draft plan to remove ash trees over 10-15 years due to Emerald Ash Borer, with possible treatment options for residents. Council also received updates on capital projects and discussed future sanitary sewer rate increases. No decisions were made; items were directed for further discussion.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Instructed staff to continue developing Emerald Ash Borer plan for future discussion
• Discussed sanitary sewer rate increases for future work session
• No action taken on capital projects updates

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will consider several action items, including a retail revolving loan for Men's Den Hair and Beard Detailing, an EMS training agreement, and street closures for two September events. They will also set a public hearing for a budget amendment and make appointments to city boards.

• Approve Retail RLF Loan - Men's Den Hair and Beard Detailing
• Approve EMS Training Agreement
• Approve street closures for Sept. 18 Algona Cruise-In and Sept. 24 Last Call Before Fall
• Approve pay applications for 2022 Mill & Overlay, McCoy/Phillips/Call St parking lot, and South Park pickleball projects
• Set public hearing for FY 2022-2023 budget amendment

The Algona City Council approved a $15,000 Retail Revolving Loan Fund loan to Michael Lentsch d/b/a The Men's Den Hair and Beard Detailing for equipment and leaseholder improvements. The council also adopted resolutions amending the Residential Tree Program (increasing rebates from $75 to $150 per tree) and approving EMS training financial assistance for Anna Penning. Several street closures and pay applications for construction projects were approved, and a public hearing was set for a budget amendment.

• Approved $15,000 Retail RLF loan to Men's Den Hair and Beard Detailing (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 23-10 amending Algona Residential Tree Program, increasing rebate to $150 per tree (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 23-11 approving EMS training financial assistance for Anna Penning (all ayes)
• Approved street closures for Sept. 18 Algona Cruise-In event (all ayes)
• Approved street closure for Sept. 24 Last Call Before Fall event (all ayes)
• Approved Pay Application #1 for 2022 Mill & Overlay project, $261,340.68 (all ayes)
• Approved Pay Application #4 for parking lot reconstruction, $441,397.08 (all ayes)
• Approved Pay Application #2 for pickleball court project, $37,666.93 (all ayes)

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is meeting to handle routine business including consent agenda items, liquor license approval, and several resolutions. Key actions include finalizing the 2021 Airport 2 Stall Hangar Extension Project, granting a utility easement to AMU at the airport, and withdrawing a CDBG-CV housing conversion project. The council will also consider a street closure for the Sept. 18 Algona Cruise-In event and make appointments to various boards.

• Resolution approving change order, accepting project, and final payment for 2021 Airport 2 Stall Hangar Extension Project
• Resolution granting utility easement to AMU at airport
• Resolution to withdraw CDBG-CV-Housing Conversion project
• Request for street closure for Sept. 18 Algona Cruise-In Event
• Class C Liquor License approval for Cinco De Mayo

The Algona City Council approved several resolutions, including transferring $50,000 from ARPA funds to the Ambulance Fund and $30,253 from the General Fund to the Garrigan Drainage Capital Project Fund, accepting the airport hangar project with final payment, and granting a fiber easement to AMU. The council also withdrew from a CDBG-CV grant for upper-story housing at 17 E State Street, tabled a street closure request for the Sept. 18 Cruise-In, and made appointments to the Board of Adjustment and Tree Board.

• Approved Resolution 23-06 transferring $50,000 from ARPA to Ambulance Fund and $30,253 from General Fund to Garrigan Drainage (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution 23-07 accepting airport hangar project and final payment of $26,197.71 to Jensen Builders (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution 23-08 granting 10-foot utility easement to AMU for fiber internet at airport (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution 23-09 withdrawing from CDBG-CV grant for upper-story housing at 17 E State Street (all ayes)
• Tabled street closure request for Sept. 18 Algona Cruise-In (all ayes)
• Set Sept. 6, 2022 as first council meeting in September (all ayes)
• Appointed Steve McCauley to Board of Adjustment until Jan. 28, 2025 (all ayes)
• Reappointed Jeremy Prothman to Tree Board until June 30, 2025 (all ayes)

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss the preliminary design of a wastewater treatment facility upgrade by WHKS Engineering, along with sanitary sewer rates and capital projects. No formal votes are listed; the agenda is primarily informational and discussion-oriented.

• Preliminary design of wastewater treatment facility upgrade by WHKS Engineering
• Discussion of sanitary sewer rates
• Review of capital projects

The Algona City Council held a work session on August 1, 2022, where WHKS Engineering presented the preliminary design for the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements, including the Secondary Wet Well Improvement schedule. Project cost and funding were discussed, but no formal decisions were made. Sanitary sewer rates and capital projects were on the agenda but were not discussed due to time constraints.

• Reviewed preliminary design for wastewater treatment facility upgrade
• Discussed project cost and funding for wastewater improvements

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss several upcoming projects, including improvements to Central Park, the 2023 street projects, and the addition of pickleball courts at South Park. The council will also consider software tools for permitting, code enforcement, and public works management. This is a discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Central Park improvements
• 2023 Street Projects
• South Park Pickleball Courts
• Software tools for permitting, code enforcement, and public works management

The Algona City Council held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. They reviewed the Central Park redevelopment vision, including the splash pad project and fundraising, discussed 2023 street project cost estimates, received an update on South Park pickleball courts with plan changes, and discussed software tools for permitting and code enforcement. The meeting was adjourned without taking action.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Discussed Central Park redevelopment and splash pad project
• Discussed 2023 street projects and cost estimates
• Discussed changes to South Park pickleball court plans
• Discussed software tools for permitting, code enforcement, and public works

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving a contract for the 2022 Central Park Skatepark Project. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including a transit service agreement, an urban revitalization plan, and engineering services for 2023 street projects, plus approve pay applications and appointments.

• Public hearing and contract approval for 2022 Central Park Skatepark Project with Spohn Ranch, Inc.
• Resolution approving Transit Service Agreement and Lease
• Resolution approving Professional Services Agreement for Urban Revitalization Plan with Simmering-Cory
• Approve Pay Application #3 for McCoy St & Phillips St and Call St Parking Lot Reconstruction Project
• Approve Pay Application #1 and Change Order #1 for South Park Pickleball Court Project

The Algona City Council approved a design-build contract with Spohn Ranch, Inc. for the 2022 Central Park Skatepark Project at a cost of $259,050. They also approved a transit service agreement with NIACOG, a professional services agreement for an Urban Revitalization Plan update, and a task order for 2023 street reconstruction design. Payments were approved for street and pickleball court projects, and a change order added a retaining wall and landscaping to the pickleball project. No appointments were made to the Board of Adjustment or Tree Board, but Joe Hauptman was reappointed to the Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment.

• Approved $259,050 contract with Spohn Ranch for Central Park Skatepark (all ayes)
• Approved transit service agreement with NIACOG (all ayes)
• Approved professional services agreement with Simmering-Cory for Urban Revitalization Plan update (all ayes)
• Approved Task Order #7 with Bolton-Menk for 2023 street reconstruction design (all ayes)
• Approved Pay Application #3 of $616,185.67 to Reding's Gravel & Excavating (all ayes)
• Approved Pay Application #1 of $81,300.86 to Erpelding Excavating for pickleball courts (all ayes)
• Approved Change Order #1 for pickleball courts adding retaining wall, landscaping, seating (all ayes)
• Reappointed Joe Hauptman to Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment (all ayes)

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to review a sanitary sewer rate study conducted by WHKS Engineering and to discuss capital projects. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving the agenda and any other business. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of sanitary sewer rate study by WHKS Engineering
• Discussion of capital projects
• Any other business

The Algona City Council held a work session to review a sanitary sewer rate study from WHKS Engineering, which projected revenue needs and future rate adjustments for the upcoming wastewater treatment facility upgrade. No formal decisions were made; the council scheduled a follow-up work session with WHKS for August 1 to review preliminary design. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including agenda approval and adjournment.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Scheduled August 1 work session with WHKS to review preliminary WWTF upgrade design
• Adjourned meeting at 5:03 p.m.

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will consider a resolution to approve plans and set a public hearing for the 2022 Central Park Skatepark Project, along with several appointments and a closed session to discuss real estate. The agenda also includes routine consent items and citizen comments.

• Resolution approving plans and setting public hearing for 2022 Central Park Skatepark Project
• Amended outdoor service area for Pep's & Billie Jo's for Founders' Day
• Exception to City Code Section 5.04.315.B to allow persons under 19 on premises after 8:00 PM
• Appointments to Board of Adjustment, Library Board, Tree Board, and Airport Zoning Board
• Closed session to discuss purchase or sale of real estate

The Algona City Council approved a resolution to move forward with the 2022 Central Park Skatepark project, including procurement from Spohn Ranch, Inc. and setting a public hearing. It also approved an amended outdoor service area for Pep's & Billie Jo's during Founders' Day and granted an exception allowing under-19s on the premises after 8 PM on July 8. Several board appointments were made or deferred, and the council held a closed session on real estate.

• Approved Resolution No. 23-01 for Central Park Skatepark plans, procurement, and public hearing (all ayes)
• Approved amended outdoor service area for Pep's & Billie Jo's for Founders' Day (all ayes)
• Granted exception to allow under-19s on Pep's outdoor liquor area July 8, 8-11:30 PM (all ayes)
• Reappointed Seiler, Gadbury, Hartsfield to Library Board of Trustees (all ayes)
• No appointment made to Board of Adjustment (vacancy noted)
• No appointment made to Tree Board (term expired)
• Held closed session on real estate purchase/sale from 5:24 PM to 6:04 PM

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including temporary use and right-of-way permits, sanitary sewer waiver policies, library exterior improvements, CY 2023 street project planning, a law enforcement community liaison, and capital projects. No final decisions are indicated on the agenda; it is a discussion-oriented meeting.

• Temporary Use/Right-of-Way Permits
• Sanitary Sewer Waiver Policies
• Library - Exterior Improvements
• CY 2023 Street Project Planning
• Law Enforcement Community Liaison

The Algona City Council reviewed changes to Right-of-Way permits and directed staff to amend the sewer waiver policy to include swimming pool filling. The Library Board's unanimous approval of a change order for exterior improvements was discussed. No formal votes were taken; items were directed for future action.

• Directed staff to amend sewer waiver policy and form to include pool filling
• Reviewed Right-of-Way permit changes; further revisions to be discussed at a future meeting
• Discussed Library exterior change order; Library Board approved it unanimously on June 17

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including repealing bicycle licensing, amending zoning regulations for landscape sheds, and approving a law enforcement community liaison position. They will also allocate ARPA funds, distribute retail revolving loan funds, and accept completed street projects.

• Ordinance repealing bicycle licensing (3rd reading)
• Ordinance amending RS/RM zoning for landscape shed special exception (2nd & 3rd readings)
• Resolution approving ARPA fund allocation
• Resolution approving $ distribution to The Furniture Barn Building LC from retail revolving loan funds
• Resolution approving final payment for 2021 N. Main Street Reconstruction Project

The Algona City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1081 repealing bicycle licensing requirements and Ordinance No. 1082 permitting landscape sheds on vacant lots in residential zones with a special exception. The council also approved a $128,409 grant for a new Law Enforcement Community Liaison position, allocated $75,000 in ARPA funds, and accepted final payments for several construction projects.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1081 repealing bicycle licensing (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1082 allowing landscape sheds in RS/RM zones with special exception (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-120 accepting $128,409 grant for Law Enforcement Community Liaison (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-121 creating Law Enforcement Community Liaison position (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-122 allocating $75,000 ARPA funds to Police Department (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-123 approving $15,000 Retail RLF loan to Furniture Barn Building LC (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $34,875.79 for N. Main Street project (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $144,920.68 for Moore Street/Snap-on Drive project (unanimous)

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will consider several ordinances regarding zoning regulations, stop signs, and bicycle licensing. The meeting also includes discussions on city employee wages, benefits, and personnel policies.

• Public hearing for RS/RM zoning regulation amendments regarding landscape sheds
• Ordinance for designating temporary stop signs and no parking areas
• Resolution setting wages and benefits for city employees and officials for FY 2022-23
• Approval of fireworks sales permits for Iowa Fireworks Company and Bellino Fireworks
• Consideration of Urban Revitalization Tax Exemption application

The Algona City Council approved several items, including a resolution setting wages and benefits for city employees for FY 2022-23, an ordinance amending traffic regulations (temporary stop signs and parking), and an ordinance repealing bicycle licensing. They also approved fireworks sales permits, urban revitalization tax exemptions, and appointed a new member to the Retail Loan Fund Committee. No action was taken on the Board of Adjustment vacancy.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-118 setting wages and benefits for FY 2022-23 (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1080 amending Chapter 10 (traffic) - temporary stop signs and parking (all ayes)
• Approved second reading of ordinance repealing bicycle licensing (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance allowing landscape sheds as special exception in RS/RM zones (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-119 amending personnel policies (all ayes)
• Approved fireworks sales permits for Iowa Fireworks Company and Bellino Fireworks (all ayes)
• Approved urban revitalization tax exemptions for 117 Diamond Drive and 513 Eastland Circle (all ayes)
• Appointed Robert Harrington to Retail Loan Fund Committee (all ayes)

Streets & Sewer Committee Meeting

The Algona City Council Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss sanitary sewer waiver policies, a temporary use permit, a street closure/special event permit, future street construction projects, the street department facility, and street projects. The agenda lists these as discussion items, with no final decisions indicated.

• Sanitary Sewer Waiver Policies
• Temporary Use Permit
• Street Closure/Special Event Permit
• Future Street Construction Projects
• Street Department Facility

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold public hearings on a FY 2021-2022 budget amendment and the 2022 airport hangar door replacement project, then consider several ordinances and resolutions. The agenda includes multiple readings of zoning map amendments, code changes for temporary stop signs, bicycle licensing repeal, fireworks permits, and RAGBRAI regulations. The council will also approve the 2022 Bike Ride Across Kossuth (BRAK) event and a contract for the hangar door project.

• Public hearing on FY 2021-2022 budget amendment
• Public hearing on 2022 Airport Hangar Door Replacement
• Ordinance amending official zoning map (AG to HSB) - 3rd reading
• Ordinance repealing bicycle licensing (Chapter 10.56) - 1st reading
• Approve pay application #1 for McCoy St, Phillips St, Call St parking lot reconstruction

The Algona City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including zoning changes, a fireworks sales restriction, and RAGBRAI regulations. It also rejected the only bid for the airport hangar door project and approved a budget amendment. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1076 rezoning Parcel E from AG to HSB (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1077 imposing PRUD overlay on Lot 2 and part of Lot 3, Block 107 (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1078 restricting fireworks sales to commercial/industrial districts (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1079 setting RAGBRAI vendor fees ($50/$150/$400) (all ayes)
• Approved 2022 BRAK route for June 4 (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 22-116 amending FY2021-22 budget (revenues +$2,739,240, expenses -$819,878) (all ayes)
• Rejected all bids for 2022 Airport Hangar Door Replacement via Resolution 22-117 (all ayes)
• Approved Pay Application #1 of $37,579.15 to Reding's Gravel & Excavating (all ayes)

Ways & Means Committee Meeting

The committee will meet to review items including health insurance and personnel policies. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding salaries and benefits for fiscal year 2023.

• FY 2023 Salary and Benefits Resolution
• Health Insurance discussion
• Personnel Policies review
• RAGBRAI discussion

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is meeting to discuss storm water management at Kueck Industrial Park, including a temporary drainage plan from Fratco, Inc. The agenda includes approving the agenda and any other city business.

• Discussion of Kueck Industrial Park Storm Water Management
• Temporary Storm Water Drainage Plan by Fratco, Inc.
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Any other city business

The Algona City Council held a work session on May 2, 2022, and discussed a temporary storm water drainage plan for the Kueck Industrial Park, specifically for property owned by FRATCO, Inc. Representatives from Bolton & Menk and Redings Gravel were present to answer questions. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only, and the council also received updates on current and upcoming projects.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Discussed temporary storm water drainage plan for FRATCO, Inc. property — no action taken
• Received updates on current and upcoming projects — no action taken

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold public hearings regarding plans for the 2022 Street Improvements Project and South Park Pickleball Courts. The meeting also includes decisions on zoning amendments, liquor licenses, and various construction contracts.

• Public hearing for 2022 Street Improvements Project
• Public hearing for 2022 South Park Pickleball Courts Project
• Ordinance second reading to amend zoning map from AG to HSB
• Resolution to award contract for 2022 Street Improvement Project
• Class C Liquor License approvals for Emerald's LLC and Columbia Hall Association

The Algona City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including awarding the 2022 Street Improvement Project contract to Blacktop Services, Co. for $2,108,724.23 and the 2022 South Park Pickleball Court Project to Erpelding Excavating for $189,291.89. The council also approved the voluntary annexation of a 7.8-acre parcel owned by Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Company, passed second readings of two zoning map amendments, and approved a temporary street closure for Chamber of Commerce events. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2022 Street Improvement Project contract to Blacktop Services, Co. for $2,108,724.23 (all ayes)
• Approved 2022 South Park Pickleball Court Project contract to Erpelding Excavating for $189,291.89 (all ayes)
• Approved voluntary annexation of 7.8-acre Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Company parcel (Resolution 22-109, all ayes)
• Approved second reading of zoning map amendment from AG to HSB (all ayes)
• Approved second reading of Planned Residential Unit Development overlay district (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Chapter 10 parking and stop sign rules (all ayes)
• Approved temporary closure of Orchard Street during school times (Resolution 22-113, all ayes)
• Approved EMS training agreement with Summer Calby, including $2,200 forgivable loan (Resolution 22-115, all ayes)

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold public hearings regarding zoning map amendments for property classification and a Planned Residential Unit Development Overlay District. The meeting also includes discussions on utility service agreements, CDBG grant contracts, and airport infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing for ordinance amending zoning from AG to HSB
• Public hearing for Planned Residential Unit Development Overlay District
• Resolution approving agreement for City Utility Service and transfer of funds with AMU
• CDBG grant contracts and development agreements for Taffe Properties LLC and Team BD Properties, LLC
• Resolution ordering bids and setting a public hearing for 2022 Airport Hangar Door Replacement

The Algona City Council approved several zoning changes, including a property reclassification from AG to HSB and a Planned Residential Unit Development overlay district, along with related resolutions. It also approved CDBG grant contracts for upper-story housing at 17 E State Street, a wetland credit purchase for the airport, and creation of a City Ambulance Director position. A proposed Temporary Use Permit resolution died due to lack of a motion after public concerns.

• Approved temporary street closure for Algona Senior Center on July 2 (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of zoning change from AG to HSB (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 22-99 approving conceptual development plan for PRUD overlay (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of PRUD overlay zoning ordinance (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 22-101 updating AMU utility service agreement (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 22-100 transferring $455,000 from AMU to City (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolutions 22-102 and 22-103 approving CDBG-CV contracts for housing at 17 E State Street (all ayes)
• Temporary Use Permit resolution died due to lack of motion

Ways & Means Committee Meeting

The Algona City Council Ways & Means Committee will meet to discuss EMS staffing, health insurance, and personnel policies. The agenda also includes the approval of the current agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• EMS Staffing discussion
• Health Insurance discussion
• Personnel Policies discussion

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding street reconstruction projects and new bidding processes for road improvements. The meeting also includes third readings for ordinances amending parking and official appointment codes.

• 2022 Phillips & McCoy Street Reconstruction and Call/Moore St Parking Lot project public hearing
• Contract award for 2022 McCoy & Phillips Street Reconstruction Project
• Bidding process for 2022 Street Improvements Project (Mill & Overlay)
• Bidding process for 2022 South Park Pickleball Court Project
• Approval of Class C and Class E liquor licenses for Pep's and Wine & Spirits Shoppe of Algona

The Algona City Council awarded the 2022 McCoy & Phillips Street Reconstruction project to Reding's Gravel & Excavating for $4,165,352.80, and approved a $375,000 task order for construction administration. The council also adopted ordinances on parking changes and official appointments, and set public hearings for several projects and annexations.

• Awarded $4,165,352.80 contract to Reding's Gravel & Excavating for McCoy & Phillips Street Reconstruction (all ayes)
• Approved $375,000 task order for Bolton-Menk construction administration services (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1074 eliminating parallel parking on east side of Moore Street from McGregor to Nebraska (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1075 amending appointment of officials (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-95 ordering bids for 2022 Street Improvement Project (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-96 ordering bids for South Park Pickleball Court Project (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-97 adopting safety and personnel policies (all ayes)
• Set public hearings for May 2 on annexation and street project, and April 18 on zoning changes (all ayes)

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss and potentially act on several administrative items, including temporary use and street closure permits, updated permit forms, city safety policies and programs, other policies, and capital projects. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific proposals or dollar amounts listed.

• Temporary use permits
• Street closure permits
• Updated permit forms
• Safety policies and programs
• Capital projects

The Algona City Council held a work session on April 4, 2022, discussing several topics but taking no formal votes. They directed staff to contact waste management companies about a temporary use permit for dumpsters, discussed a special events street closure permit, and reviewed updated permit forms. Safety and smoking/tobacco policy updates were discussed for future approval at a regular session. The meeting was procedural and informational only.

• Directed staff to contact Dump-It and Waste Management about temporary use permit procedures
• Discussed special events street closure permit for parades, block parties, run/walk events
• Reviewed updated permit forms for residential construction, house moving, trees, and city boards
• Discussed safety manual update from IMWCA for future regular session approval
• Discussed smoking and tobacco policy update for future regular session approval

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2022-2023 budget and consider a resolution to adopt the budget and certify taxes. The council will also vote on second readings of ordinances regarding official appointments and parking, allocate ARPA funds, approve contracts for CDBG housing grant services, and set fees for fence and temporary use permits. Several other items include a zoning referral, a library renovation payment, and appointments to boards.

• Public hearing and resolution adopting FY 2022-2023 budget and certifying taxes
• Resolution allocating American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
• Resolution approving contract for grant writing and administrative services for CDBG Housing Fund Grant Program
• Resolution establishing fees for fence permits and temporary use permits
• Refer to Planning & Zoning Commission: petition to amend zoning from AG to HSB

The council adopted the FY 2022-2023 budget and certified property tax levy rates, and approved allocating $250,000 in ARPA funds for storm water improvements and EMS reimbursement. It also passed ordinances amending city code on official appointments and parking, and referred two zoning requests to the Planning & Zoning Commission. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted FY2023 budget and certified tax levy (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 ARPA allocation for storm water and EMS (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending official appointments (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance eliminating parallel parking on east Moore St (unanimous)
• Referred AG-to-HSB zoning request for Pharmacist Mutual property (unanimous)
• Referred PRUD overlay request on Spruce Street (unanimous)
• Approved $1,408.66 pay application for library renovation (unanimous)
• Approved fence permit fees; tabled temporary use permit fees (unanimous)

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 7, 2022, with final votes on three ordinances: rezoning 508 E McGregor Street, vacating a portion of 100th Avenue, and amending the municipal code on official appointments. The council will also take first readings on a parking ordinance and a resolution to order bids for the 2022 Phillips & McCoy Street and Call Street parking lot reconstruction. Other business includes approving a union contract, setting a public hearing for the FY 2022-2023 budget, and several appointments and mortgage releases.

• 3rd reading: Ordinance amending zoning map for 508 E McGregor Street
• 3rd reading: Ordinance vacating a portion of 100th Avenue
• 1st reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 10.44 on parking
• Resolution ordering bids for 2022 Phillips & McCoy Street and Call Street parking lot reconstruction
• Resolution approving AFSCME Public Works Union contract

The Algona City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a zoning map amendment for property at 508 E McGregor Street, vacating a portion of 100th Avenue for future airport runway extensions, and amending the municipal code regarding official appointments and parking. The council also approved a two-year AFSCME public works union contract, set a public hearing for the FY 2022-2023 budget, and approved pay applications for construction projects.

• Adopted Ordinance 1072 amending zoning map for 508 E McGregor Street (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance 1073 vacating portion of 100th Avenue for airport runway extensions (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending municipal code for official appointments (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance eliminating parallel parking on east side of Moore Street (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 22-81 ordering bids for 2022 Phillips & McCoy Street and Call St Parking Lot Reconstruction (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 22-85 approving two-year AFSCME public works union contract (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for FY 2022-2023 budget for March 21 at 5:00 p.m. (all ayes)
• Approved pay application #4 for airport hangar extension ($50,842.50) and #8 for Tietz Park Shelter House ($25,651.98) (all ayes)

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a work session to discuss an update regarding a notice and order to remove a dangerous building at 708 S Phillips St. The council will also receive a report from the Kossuth County Economic Development Corporation.

• Update on removal of dangerous building at 708 S Phillips St
• Report from Kossuth County Economic Development Corporation (KCEDC)

The Algona City Council held a work session with no formal votes. Code Enforcement Officer Adams updated the council on the Notice and Order to Remove a Dangerous Building at 708 S Phillips Street, noting the owner was encouraged to obtain a demolition permit or face a Municipal Infraction. The council also received a report from Maureen Elbert on the benefits of the city's KCEDC membership.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:55 p.m.

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed maximum property tax levies for FY 2023. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the FY 2023 budget and a resolution for a $1,120,000 sewer revenue capital loan.

• Public Hearing on Proposed Maximum Property Tax Levies for FY 2023
• Resolution for $1,120,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes
• Ordinance amending zoning map for 508 E McGregor Street
• Pay Application #11 and Change Order for Library Renovation Project
• Class C Liquor License approvals for Kossuth County Speedway & Fair and Bishop Garrigan - GALA

The council adopted Ordinance No. 1071 increasing side yard setbacks for Light and Heavy Manufacturing districts from 0 to 10 feet, and approved Resolution No. 22-78 setting maximum property tax levies for FY2023. It also approved a $1,120,000 interim loan agreement with the Iowa Finance Authority for wastewater facility planning, and made appointments to the Housing and Planning and Zoning Commissions.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1071 amending zoning bulk regulations for LM/HM setbacks (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-78 for maximum property tax levies FY2023 (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-80 for $1,120,000 sewer revenue loan with Iowa Finance Authority (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-79 updating curb & gutter and assessment policies (all ayes)
• Approved Pay Application #11 for Library Renovation Project, $39,712.20 (all ayes)
• Approved Change Order #14 for Library Renovation Project (all ayes)
• Appointed Scott Rahe to Housing Commission (all ayes)
• Appointed Kendall Pals to Planning and Zoning Commission (all ayes)

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions on a $1.12 million sewer reserve capital loan, two CDBG-CV housing conversion projects, and a zoning amendment. The council will also vote on ordinances related to zoning bulk regulations, ward boundaries, a zoning map change, and vacating a portion of 100th Avenue. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, and the meeting includes a closed session for collective bargaining strategy.

• Public hearing and resolution for Sewer Reserve Capital Loan Note not to exceed $1,120,000 (SRF Loan)
• Public hearings and resolutions for CDBG-CV housing conversion projects at 17 E State St (Team TB Properties) and 307 E State St (Taffe Properties)
• Public hearing and ordinance for zoning amendment at 504 & 508 E McGregor St from RS-60 to RM-4
• Ordinance to establish ward and precinct boundary lines (1st, 2nd, 3rd readings)
• Ordinance vacating a portion of 100th Avenue (1st reading)

The council approved a sewer revenue capital loan note of up to $1,120,000 for the WWTF upgrade, and adopted resolutions for two CDBG-CV housing conversion grants: $500,000 for 17 E State St and $420,668 for 307 E State St. It also passed ordinances amending zoning setbacks, establishing new ward/precinct boundaries, rezoning 508 E McGregor St, and vacating a portion of 100th Avenue. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Resolution 22-74 authorizing $1,120,000 sewer revenue capital loan note (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 22-75 approving CDBG-CV application for 17 E State St ($500,000 grant) (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 22-76 approving CDBG-CV application for 307 E State St ($420,668 grant) (all ayes)
• Approved second reading of ordinance amending LM/HM zoning setbacks from 0 to 10 feet (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance 1070 establishing new ward and precinct boundary lines (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance rezoning 508 E McGregor St from RS-60 to RM-4 (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance vacating portion of 100th Avenue for airport runway extension (all ayes)
• Approved pay applications: $35,951.27 for Tietz Park Shelter House and $256,019.59 for hangar extension (all ayes)

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a work session to discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget and property taxes. The council will also review assessments for 2022 calendar year street projects.

• FY 2022-2023 Budget discussion
• Property tax review
• CY 2022 Street Projects assessments

The Algona City Council held a work session to review the Fiscal Year 2023 budget property tax and estimated levies, and to discuss upcoming 2022 street projects. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:54 p.m.

Streets & Sewer Committee Meeting

The Algona City Council Streets & Sewer Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on the 2022 street reconstruction projects, a mill and overlay improvement project, policies on right-of-way improvement costs and special assessments, and the capital improvement plan. The agenda includes specific street projects but no dollar amounts are listed.

• Street reconstruction projects for CY 2022: Call/Moore St parking lot, N McCoy Street, N Phillips Street
• Street improvement project (mill & overlay) for CY 2022
• Policies on cost of right-of-way improvements and special assessments
• Capital improvement plan review

Algona Special Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a special session to consider resolutions setting public hearings for CDBG-CV Housing Conversion Program grant applications for properties at 17 E State St and 307 E State St. The council will also discuss Central Park and South Park projects, approve an amendment to a professional services agreement for Central Park improvements, and review the FY 2022-2023 budget for several departments.

• Resolution setting public hearing for CDBG-CV Housing Conversion Program grant at 17 E State St
• Resolution setting public hearing for CDBG-CV Housing Conversion Program grant at 307 E State St
• Central Park & South Park projects discussion
• Resolution approving amendment to professional services agreement for Central Park improvements
• FY 2022-2023 budget review for Parks & Recreation, EMS, Library, Administration, and other funds

The Algona City Council held a special session and unanimously approved resolutions setting public hearing dates for CDBG-CV grant applications for housing conversion projects at 17 E State St and 307 E State St, with Taffe Properties, LLC as developer. The council also approved an amendment to the professional services agreement for the Central Park Improvement Project. Updates were provided on Central Park and South Park improvements, and the FY 2022-2023 budget was reviewed with department heads.

• Adopted Resolution 22-71 setting public hearing for CDBG-CV grant application for 17 E State St (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 22-72 setting public hearing for CDBG-CV grant application for 307 E State St (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 22-73 approving amendment to professional services agreement for Central Park Improvements (all ayes)
• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to review the FY 2022-2023 budget, covering multiple departments and funds. The agenda includes discussions on streets, sewer, code enforcement, economic development, police, revenues, housing, and other items. No formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion session.

• FY 2022-2023 budget review for Streets Dept, Road Use Tax, Storm Water
• Sewer Dept. budget discussion
• Code Enforcement budget review
• Economic Development budget discussion
• Police Dept., Communications/LEC, Animal Control budget review

The Algona City Council held a work session to review and discuss proposed FY 2022-2023 budgets with department heads. Budgets for Streets, Road Use Tax, Storm Sewer, Wastewater, Code Enforcement, Police, LEC, Animal Control, Economic Development, Welcome Center, Special Events, and Housing were presented and discussed. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Kohlhaas, second by Hoover)
• Recessed work session at 4:56 p.m. and reconvened at 5:50 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting at 7:22 p.m. (motion by Hoover, second by Alt)

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will vote on establishing new voting district wards and amending zoning bulk regulations for LM and HM districts. They will also consider several resolutions related to a CDBG housing rehabilitation program, bond counsel, and a public hearing for an SRF loan. The agenda includes consent items for liquor licenses and various reports.

• Ordinance establishing new voting district wards (3rd reading)
• Ordinance amending zoning bulk regulations for LM and HM districts (1st reading)
• Resolution approving amended agreement with Kossuth County for joint city-county precincts
• Resolution setting public hearing for SRF Planning & Design Loan
• Approve pay application #6 for Moore St, Snap-on Dr, Kueck Industrial Park project

The Algona City Council approved new ward boundary lines for four voting/council wards, effective until after the 2030 Census, and adopted an amended joint precincting agreement with Kossuth County. The council also advanced a zoning amendment to increase manufacturing setbacks, approved bond counsel for a wastewater treatment loan, and set a public hearing for a rezoning request.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1069 establishing new ward boundaries (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-64 amending joint precincting agreement with Kossuth County (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of zoning amendment increasing LM/HM setbacks from 0 to 10 feet (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-61 engaging Ahlers & Cooney as bond counsel (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for Feb 7, 2022 on SRF Planning & Design Loan up to $1,120,000 (all ayes)
• Approved pay application #6 for $130,921.07 to Reding's Gravel & Excavating (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for Feb 7, 2022 on rezoning 504 & 508 E McGregor St from RS-60 to RM-4 (all ayes)
• Approved urban revitalization tax exemption for new construction at 801 W Nebraska St (all ayes)

Algona Special Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council met in special session to hold a public hearing regarding the vacation of a portion of 100th Avenue. The agenda was approved and the hearing was conducted, after which the meeting adjourned. No other business was discussed.

• Public hearing on vacation of a portion of 100th Avenue
• Agenda approved by unanimous vote
• Meeting adjourned at 5:14 p.m.

The Algona City Council and Kossuth County Board of Supervisors held a joint special session that included a public hearing on vacating a portion of 100th Avenue. After hearing an explanation from Joe Roenfeldt of Bolton and Menk and one public comment, the hearing was closed with no further action taken. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Opened public hearing on vacation of portion of 100th Avenue (all ayes)
• Closed public hearing on vacation of portion of 100th Avenue (all ayes)
• No action taken on vacation of portion of 100th Avenue

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a work session to review the upcoming fiscal year budget. Discussions include budget overviews and specific allocations for the cemetery, airport, fire department, and parks & recreation.

• FY 2022-2023 Budget overview
• Cemetery budget discussion
• Airport budget discussion
• Fire Dept. budget discussion
• Parks & Recreation budget discussion

The Algona City Council held a work session to review and discuss proposed FY 2022-2023 budgets with department heads and staff. Budgets for the Cemetery, Airport, and Fire Departments (City and Rural) were reviewed, including discussion of a Call Vault renovation and a Street Department dump truck purchase. No formal decisions or votes were taken on the budgets; the meeting was procedural and ended with adjournment.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Kohlhaas, second by Hoover)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:54 p.m. (motion by Kohlhaas, second by Alt)

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals and several appointments, including a new city clerk. They will also consider a second reading of an ordinance establishing new voting district wards and approve a certificate of substantial completion for the library renovation project. The meeting includes consent agenda items like minutes and an appropriating resolution, plus new business on pay applications and grant submissions.

• Appointment of City Clerk
• Ordinance establishing new voting district wards (2nd reading)
• Resolution designating City Clerk to sign notice for public nuisance tax sale at 812 S. Moore St
• Resolution approving certificate of substantial completion for Library Renovation Project
• Approve Pay Application #6 for Tietz Park Shelter House Project

The Algona City Council approved the second reading of an ordinance establishing new ward and voting precinct boundaries, effective until after the 2030 Census. It also appointed Debra Bell as City Clerk, approved Bo Miller as Police Chief and Mitch Ulrick as Fire Chief, and adopted resolutions for a nuisance tax sale at 812 S. Moore St. and substantial completion of the library renovation. Several other routine items were approved, including pay application #6 for the Tietz Park Shelter House and grant applications.

• Approved second reading of ward boundary ordinance (all ayes)
• Appointed Debra Bell as City Clerk (all ayes)
• Approved Bo Miller as Police Chief (all ayes)
• Approved Mitch Ulrick as Fire Chief (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 22-59 designating City Clerk to sign nuisance tax sale notice for 812 S. Moore St. (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 22-60 approving substantial completion of library renovation (all ayes)
• Approved Pay Application #6 for Tietz Park Shelter House, $48,849.25 (all ayes)
• Approved Community Foundation grant applications for EMS, Parks, and Fire (all ayes)