Algona public meetings in 2024

Algona City Council Work Session

The Algona City Council is discussing three infrastructure items during a work session: the 2024-2025 Sanitary Sewer Lateral Inspection Program covering private connections, the 2023-2024 Smoke Testing, Manhole, and I&I Inspections for public infrastructure, and an update on the 2024 WWTF (Wastewater Treatment Facility) Improvement Project. As a work session, no formal votes or decisions are expected; the council is gathering information.

• 2024-2025 Sanitary Sewer Lateral Inspection Program (private connections)
• 2023-2024 Smoke Testing, Manhole, and I&I Inspections (public infrastructure)
• 2024 WWTF Improvement Project Update

The Algona City Council held a work session with WHKS representatives to review results from the 2024-2025 sanitary sewer lateral inspection program, including a potential cost-share program for correcting illegal connections, and discussed the timeline for spring 2025 inspections. They also reviewed smoke testing and I&I inspection results for public infrastructure and discussed the 2025 construction timeline. No formal decisions were made; the only action was approving the agenda and adjourning.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:51 p.m.

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider ordinances to rezone a lot on E. Spruce Street from multi-family to single-family, and vote on the third reading to rezone 1620 E Commercial Street from single-family residential to light manufacturing. Other actions include resolutions to amend ARPA funding allocation, authorize collection of unpaid 2024 nuisance abatement fees, adopt changes to employee sick leave conversion policy, and discuss the FY2025-2026 budget process.

• Third reading of ordinance to rezone 1620 E Commercial St to Light Manufacturing
• Public hearing and first reading to rezone E. Spruce St lot from Multi-Family to Single-Family
• Resolution amending final allocation of ARPA funding
• Resolution authorizing certification for collection of unpaid 2024 nuisance abatement fees
• Discussion on FY2025-2026 budget process and timeline

The Algona City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1100, changing the zoning of 1620 E Commercial St from single-family residential (RS-60) to light manufacturing (LM), and approved the first reading of a separate ordinance to rezone a lot at 2222 E Spruce St from multi-family (RM-4) to single-family (RS-60). The council also accepted the 2022 Street Improvements project with final payment of $34,521.63 to Blacktop Services, approved a 5-year airport capital improvement plan, and acknowledged repayment of a $15,000 small business loan. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1100 rezoning 1620 E Commercial St from RS-60 to LM (all ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance rezoning 2222 E Spruce St from RM-4 to RS-60 (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-36 accepting 2022 Street Improvements and final payment of $34,521.63 to Blacktop Services (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-37 approving 5-year airport capital improvement plan (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-38 acknowledging repayment of $15,000 RLF loan from White Barn Picket Fence (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-39 certifying liens for unpaid 2024 nuisance abatement fees on four properties (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-40 amending Employee Sick Leave Conversion Policy (all ayes)
• Approved pay application #7 of $789,420.10 to Woodruff Construction for WWTF project (all ayes)

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will meet to discuss the 2025 Algona Municipal Utilities budget and the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The body will also consider loans for local businesses and a zoning amendment for a specific lot.

• Resolution Allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds
• Public hearing to amend zoning of E. Spruce St Lot from RM-4 Multi-family to RS-60 Single-family
• Small Business Revolving Loans to Bare Beauty Studio, LLC and Evolve Physical Therapy
• Acceptance of Algona Municipal Utilities CY 2025 Budget
• Class C Retail Alcohol License for AK'S Chrome Kitchen

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a third reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 8.16 of the city code regarding tree limbs and yard waste. The council will also review and approve several consent agenda items, including alcohol licenses for Axe House, Premier Pizza, and Miller Sports Bar & Grill, and department reports. New business includes approving a change order and final payment for the 2023 Airport Runway project, releasing a mortgage for a Housing RLF loan, and referring a zoning classification amendment for a Spruce Street lot to the Planning & Zoning Commission. Annual financial, street, and urban renewal reports for FY 2023-2024 are also scheduled for approval.

• Third reading of Ordinance Amending City Code Chapter 8.16 – Health and Safety – Tree Limbs and Yard Waste
• Approve Change Order #2 and Resolution Accepting Project for 2023 Airport Runway 12/30 Displacement and Extension Phase I Grading & Drainage Improvements
• Refer to Planning & Zoning Commission – Application to Amend Zoning Classification of Spruce St Lot
• Approve Pay Application #6 for 2024 WWTF Improvement Project
• First notifications of terms expiring for Planning & Zoning Commission (3), Housing Commission (2), Broadband Telecommunications Commission, and Tree Board

Ways & Means Committee Meeting

The Algona Ways & Means Committee will discuss funding for a community liaison, law enforcement retirement planning, health insurance benefit extensions, and department funding agreements. They will also consider the 2024 holiday schedule.

• Community Liaison Funding
• Coordinated Retirement Planning Considerations for law enforcement
• Extension of Health Insurance Benefits
• Department Funding Agreements
• 2024 Holiday Schedule

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the contingent annexation of the HWY 169 N Property. The body is also reviewing ordinances related to zoning and yard waste, as well as an urban renewal agreement with Kossuth County.

• Zoning change for 1620 East Commercial St from Residential (RS-60) to Light Manufacturing (LM)
• Public hearing and resolution for contingent annexation of HWY 169 N Property
• Amendment to City Code Chapter 8.16 regarding tree limbs and yard waste
• Joint Urban Renewal Agreement with Kossuth County for Buffalo Township Economic Development
• Payment application #10 for 2023 Central Park Improvements

Algona City Council Work Session

The Algona City Council will hold a work session to review the FY 2023-2024 financial audit prepared by TP Anderson Co. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the meeting is otherwise procedural.

• Review of FY 2023-2024 financial audit by TP Anderson Co.

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment to reclassify 1620 East Commercial Street from Residential (RS-60) to Light Manufacturing (LM), followed by a first reading of the amending ordinance. Other business includes acknowledging the independent auditor's report for FY 2023-2024, a first reading of an ordinance on tree limbs and yard waste, and approving pay applications for the Airport Runway Displacement & Extension Project and the WWTF Improvement Project.

• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for 1620 East Commercial Street from RS-60 to Light Manufacturing
• First reading of ordinance amending city zoning map to reclassify 1620 E Commercial Street
• First reading of ordinance amending City Code Chapter 8.16 (Health and Safety - Tree Limbs and Yard Waste)
• Approve Pay Application #5 for Airport Runway Displacement & Extension Project - Phase I
• Approve Pay Application #5 for 2024 WWTF Improvement Project

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will discuss several resolutions regarding property deeds, loan repayments, and sewer rates. The body is also reviewing a petition to change the zoning classification of a specific property and planning for a street closure.

• Petition to amend zoning from Residential (RS-60) to Light Manufacturing (LM) at 1620 E Commercial Street
• Resolution for Repayment Revolving Loan Fund and mortgage release for Steier Flooring, L.L.C.
• Sanitary Sewer Usage Rate for Non-Metered Water User - Pfeffer Precast
• Nebraska Street closure for October 31st Trunk or Treat Event
• Application for Contingent Annexation - HWY 169 N Property

Algona City Council Work Session

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss waste disposal and management. The discussion focuses on compost site operations, city code, and burning regulations.

• City Compost Site Operations and Rules
• City Code Chapter 8.16 - Solid Waste
• Open Burning Regulations

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold the third reading of an ordinance restricting parallel parking on Smith Street and consider approving a change order and payment application for the 2024 WWTF Improvement Project. Other business includes approving alcohol licenses, amendments to the employee safety manual, and setting Halloween trick-or-treat hours.

• Ordinance Amending Chapter 10.44 - Parking - Restricting Parallel Parking on Smith Street - 3rd Reading
• Approve Change Order #2 and Pay Application #4 for the 2024 WWTF Improvement Project
• Approve Special Class B Retail Native Wine License for Print Shoppe Plus and Class E Retail Alcohol License for One Stop Shop #3
• Approve Resolution Approving Amendments to Employee Safety Manual on distracted driving, hearing conservation, high visibility clothing, and heat stress prevention
• Set Halloween Trick-or-Treat Hours for Thursday, October 31

The Algona City Council approved an ordinance restricting parallel parking on Smith Street, adopted a change order for the wastewater treatment facility project, and set Halloween trick-or-treat hours. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1098 restricting parking on Smith Street (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #2 for 2024 WWTF Improvement Project, net increase $61,812 (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Application #4 for WWTF Improvements, $522,591.29 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-21 transferring funds to close capital fund accounts (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-22 amending Employee Safety Manual (unanimous)
• Set Halloween trick-or-treat hours for 5:30-7:30 pm on Oct 31 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Harlan Richter to Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment (unanimous)

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold third reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 15.24 (Signs and Awnings) and second reading of an ordinance restricting parallel parking on Smith Street. The council will also consider resolutions for right-of-way permits for a private drive and amending official business hours of City Hall, plus discuss Capital Improvement Plans and Welcome Center improvements.

• Ordinance Amending Chapter 15.24 - Signs and Awnings - 3rd Reading
• Ordinance Amending Chapter 10.44 - Parking - Restricting Parallel Parking on Smith Street - 2nd Reading
• Resolution Authorizing Right of Way Permits for Improvements to a Private Drive
• Resolution Amending the Official Business Hours of City Hall
• Discussion - Capital Improvement Plans

The Algona City Council approved several items, including a technical amendment to the sign code (Ordinance 1097), a parking restriction on Smith Street, a resolution authorizing right-of-way permits for improvements to a private drive in Diamond Estates, and a resolution making the summer City Hall hours permanent. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance 1097 amending Chapter 15.24 (Signs and Awnings) (all ayes)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance amending Chapter 10.44 to restrict parking on Smith Street (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 25-19 authorizing right-of-way permits for private drive improvements in Diamond Estates (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 25-20 making City Hall hours 7:30 am to 4:30 pm permanent (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, Appropriating Resolution 24/25-05, and Class E Retail Alcohol License (all ayes)

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The council will hold third readings on ordinances amending sewer service charges and signs, and first reading on parking restrictions on Smith Street. They will also vote on a $21.17 million taxable sewer revenue loan note, professional service agreements for sewer inspections, and preliminary design for downtown cultural district and street reconstruction. Additionally, street closures for two community events will be approved.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 13.12 Sewer Service Charges – 3rd Reading
• $21,171,000 Taxable Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024B
• Professional Services Agreement with WHKS – Sewer Lateral Inspection Program
• Task Order #4 with Bolton-Menk for Downtown Cultural District Master Plan and 2025 Nebraska St/Thorington St reconstruction
• Street closures for Last Call Before Fall event (Sept 28) and Algona Cruise-In (Sept 15)

Algona City Council Work Session

This is a work session of the Algona City Council. The main item is a discussion with engineering firm WHKS about inflow and infiltration issues, including a footing drain inspection proposal and the 2024 smoke testing and manhole inspection program.

• Discussion with WHKS on inflow & infiltration
• Footing drain inspection proposal
• 2024 Smoke testing and manhole inspection program

Streets & Sewer Committee Meeting

The Algona City Council Streets & Sewer Committee is meeting to handle routine procedural items and discuss a topic related to Hawkeye Drive. No further details about the Hawkeye Drive item are provided in the agenda. The agenda is otherwise procedural, consisting of approval of the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of Hawkeye Drive

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to authorize a Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Note not to exceed $21,270,060. Also on the agenda are second reading of an ordinance amending sewer service charges, first reading of an ordinance on signs and awnings, and approval of an FAA grant for the airport runway project. Several service agreements and project approvals are also scheduled.

• Public hearing and resolution to authorize $21,270,060 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Note Series 2024B
• Ordinance amending Chapter 13.12 Sewer Service Charges (2nd reading)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 15.24 Signs and Awnings (1st reading)
• Resolution approving FAA grant for Phase II of Algona Municipal Airport Runway 12/30 Displacement and Extension Project
• Approve change order #1 for 2024 WWTF Improvements

Algona City Council Work Session

The Algona City Council will hold a work session to discuss sanitary sewer issues, including inflow and infiltration, and the 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility project. The meeting also includes project updates and general business.

• Discussion of sanitary sewer inflow and infiltration
• Discussion of the 2024 WWTF (Wastewater Treatment Facility) Project
• Project updates on ongoing city initiatives

Streets & Sewer Committee Meeting

The Algona City Council Streets & Sewer Committee will discuss sanitary sewer projects at Country Club Estates and Robinson Drive, an inflow and infiltration/footing drain disconnection program, a parking concern on the 200 block of South Smith Street, capital projects, North Park Drive closures during flood events, and emerald ash borer impacts and mitigation. No votes or decisions are indicated; the items are listed for discussion.

• Sanitary sewer work at Country Club Estates / Robinson Dr.
• Inflow & Infiltration / Footing Drain Disconnection Program
• Parking concern on 200 block of S Smith St (west of Maple Park Apartments)
• North Park Dr closures during flood events (Veterans' Park)
• Emerald Ash Borer Impacts and Mitigation

Streets & Sewer Committee Meeting

The Streets & Sewer Committee will discuss several infrastructure items including bike lanes on McGregor Street, sanitary sewer improvements at Country Club Estates and inflow/infiltration, a parking concern on South Smith Street, and flood-related closures on North Park Drive. Discussions also cover capital projects and emerald ash borer mitigation.

• McGregor Street bike lanes and pavement markings
• Sanitary sewer improvements including Country Club Estates/Robinson Drive and inflow/infiltration footing drain disconnection program
• Parking concern on 200 block of South Smith Street (west of Maple Park Apartments)
• North Park Drive closure discussions during flood events at Veterans' Park
• Emerald ash borer impacts and mitigation

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda for licenses and minutes. Old business includes the first reading of an ordinance amending sewer service charges for separate meters and charges against property outside the city. New business features rejecting bids for the Library Phase 2 Exterior Improvements Project, accepting final payments for street reconstruction projects, and approving an engagement agreement with bond counsel. The council will also set a public hearing for a $21,270,060 sewer revenue capital loan note for wastewater treatment facility improvements.

• First reading of ordinance amending City Code Chapter 13.12 Sewer Service Charges (Separate Meter Requirements and Charges Against Property Outside City)
• Resolution rejecting all bids for the 2024 Library Phase 2 Exterior Improvements Project
• Resolution accepting project and approving final payment for the 2023 Finn Drive & Wooster Street Reconstruction Project
• Resolution setting a public hearing for $21,270,060 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Note Series 2024B through the Water Quality Financing Program for 2024 WWTF Improvements
• Approve residential application for Urban Revitalization Tax Exemption

Algona City Council Work Session

The City Council held a work session to discuss current and future capital projects. The body also received a presentation and held a discussion regarding a Law Enforcement Community Liaison.

• Presentation and discussion on Law Enforcement Community Liaison
• Discussion of current capital projects and CY 2025 plans

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a first reading on an ordinance amending sewer service charge requirements and meter regulations. The agenda also includes discussions regarding recent storm events and capital improvement plans. Additionally, the council will review alcohol license applications and upcoming board appointments.

• First reading of ordinance amending sewer service charges and meter requirements
• Resolution acknowledging TMRC, LLC Small Business RLF loan repayment
• Approval of Class B and Class E alcohol licenses
• Discussion regarding recent disasters and storm events
• Closed session discussion on the purchase or sale of real estate

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will consider resolutions regarding city employee wages and benefits for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda also includes amendments to housing rehabilitation guidelines and professional service agreements for Central Park improvements and audit services.

• Resolution setting wages and benefits for city employees and officials for FY 2024-2025
• Amendment to Bolton-Menk, Inc. agreement for Central Park Improvements
• Temporary outdoor liquor license expansion for Billie Jo's and Pep's on July 12
• Waiver for persons under 19 in certain alcohol sales establishments on July 12
• Public hearing regarding annexation

Algona City Council Work Session

The council will discuss the design concept and next steps for the Cultural District Master Plan near Nebraska and Thorington Streets. The session also includes a discussion regarding sanitary sewer emergency bypass operations and collection system improvements.

• Cultural District Master Plan design concept (Nebraska St/Thorington St Parking Lot area)
• Sanitary sewer emergency bypass operations and equipment
• Collection system inspections and improvements

Algona City Council Work Session Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss the sanitary sewer collection system, including the May 21st storms and sewer backups, inflow and infiltration issues, and the Private Property Sewer Assurance Program (PPSAP). No formal decisions are expected; the agenda is for discussion only.

• May 21st storms and sewer backups
• Inflow & infiltration
• Private Property Sewer Assurance Program (PPSAP)

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions for the 2024 Airport Runway 12/30 Shift, Paving, and Lighting Improvements, including accepting a bid and approving an FAA grant application. The council will also discuss the May 21st rainstorm, sewer backups, and flooding, and consider several other items such as library exterior improvements, a splash pad pay application, and fireworks sales permits.

• Public hearing and resolutions for 2024 Airport Runway 12/30 Shift, Paving, and Lighting Improvements
• Resolution ordering bids for 2024 Library Exterior Improvements Phase 2
• Approve Pay Applications #6/7 for 2023 Central Park Improvements Splash Pad Project
• Request by Kossuth County Tails of Hope to hold Fill the Boot fundraising event on July 5th
• Approve fireworks sales permits for Wild Willy's, Iowa Fireworks, and Bellino

Algona City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider adopting the Kossuth County Hazard Mitigation Plan and approving city attorney compensation. The agenda also includes street closures for upcoming Chamber of Commerce events and free entry to the Algona Aquatic Center.

• Resolution Adopting Kossuth County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Resolution Approving City Attorney Compensation
• Street Closures for Chamber of Commerce Party in the Park Events (June 5, July 10, & August 7)
• Free Entry to the Algona Aquatic Center on Founders' Day Weekend (July 13-14)
• Temporary Change to City Hall Operating Hours (7:30am - 4:30pm)

Ways & Means Committee Meeting

The Algona City Council Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss employee wages and benefits, city attorney compensation, the summer work schedule, hotel-motel tax funding, and safety committee policies. No dollar amounts or specific proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Employee wages and benefits
• City attorney compensation
• Summer work schedule
• Hotel-motel tax funding
• Safety committee/policies

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution approving a $30,785,000 sewer revenue capital loan from the Iowa Finance Authority, along with a FY 2023-2024 budget amendment. The council will also vote on a third reading of an ordinance setting a speed limit on Snap-on Dr and regulating golf carts, plus several resolutions for wastewater treatment and CDBG home rehabilitation contracts. Consent agenda items include alcohol licenses for Columbia Hall, Family Dollar, and Kossuth County VFW.

• Public hearing and resolution for FY 2023-2024 budget amendment
• Resolution authorizing $30,785,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024
• Ordinance amending Chapter 10: Snap-on Dr speed limit and golf cart regulations (3rd reading)
• Resolution approving amendment to WHKS agreement for wastewater treatment facility construction administration
• Resolution acknowledging repayment of RLF loan from Walker Chiropractic & Wellness

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget and a $30,785,000 sanitary sewer revenue loan for the 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Project. They will also consider resolutions to adopt the budget, certify taxes, authorize fund transfers, and approve a construction contract for the wastewater project. Other items include a second reading of an ordinance on speed limits and golf carts, and setting hearings for a budget amendment and airport runway project. A previously scheduled annexation hearing was canceled.

• Public hearing and resolution for $30,785,000 loan to Iowa Finance Authority for wastewater treatment improvements
• Resolution adopting FY 2024-2025 budget and certifying taxes
• Ordinance amending Chapter 10: Snap-on Dr speed limit and golf cart regulations (2nd reading)
• Resolution ordering bids for airport runway 12/30 shift, paving, and lighting improvements
• Approve change order for Central Park Splash Pad Project

Joint Meeting - Algona City Council and Parks & Rec Commission

The Algona City Council and Parks and Recreation Commission are holding a joint work session to discuss the development of a park on the former site of Ronald Peck Auction, Inc. The agenda includes a planning process and maps for the park, along with updates from the Parks and Recreation Department. No formal decisions are scheduled; it is a discussion and update meeting.

• Discussion of park development at former Ronald Peck Auction, Inc. site
• Review of planning process and maps for the new park
• Parks and Recreation Department updates

Ways & Means Committee Meeting

The Algona City Council Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on FY 2025 employee benefits and wages, including health, vision, and dental insurance, vacation, and clothing allowances. The committee will also consider a summer work schedule, a police department officer-assigned vehicles policy, and safety committee policies. This is a working session where items are discussed before potential action by the full council.

• FY 2025 employee benefits and wages: health, vision, dental insurance, vacation, clothing allowance
• Summer work schedule
• Police Dept. officer-assigned vehicles policy
• Safety committee/policies

Algona Special City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is meeting to hold a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy rate and revenue for fiscal year 2024-2025. The agenda includes only this hearing, along with routine items like call to order and agenda approval. No other business is listed.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2024-2025 property tax levy rate and revenue
• Meeting at City Hall Council Chambers, 112 W Call Street, Algona, Iowa
• Agenda published on 03/26/2024 at 6:31 PM

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding its regular meeting to handle routine approvals, introduce a first reading of a code amendment affecting Snap-on Dr speed limits and golf cart rules, and vote on several resolutions including utility fund transfers, an industrial sewer agreement with Snap-on Tools, and a grant agreement for wastewater improvements. The council will also set a public hearing for the FY 2024-2025 budget and discuss the budget itself. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval and a liquor license for a school support group.

• First reading of ordinance amending City Code Chapter 10 on Snap-on Dr speed limit and golf cart regulations
• Resolution approving amended utility service and transfer agreement between AMU and City of Algona
• Resolution approving 2024 transfer of funds from AMU Electric and Water Utilities to City of Algona
• Resolution approving industrial sewer rental agreement with Snap-on Tools, Inc.
• Resolution setting public hearing for sanitary sewer revenue bond through State Revolving Fund for WWTF improvements (April 15 at 5:00 PM)

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Project with WHKS Engineering. The council will also review the FY 2024-2025 Budget.

• 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Project - WHKS Engineering
• FY 2024-2025 Budget

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions to approve plans and award a construction contract for the 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Project. The council will also vote on the AFSCME Public Works Union Agreement for 2024-2027, a voluntary annexation request, and several other administrative items.

• Public hearing and resolutions for 2024 Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Project
• Resolution approving AFSCME Public Works Union Agreement for 2024-2027
• Resolution setting public hearing for voluntary annexation application (April 15)
• Request from First United Methodist Church to close Nebraska St for events on May 22, July 14, September 4
• Class E Retail Alcohol License for Chib, LLC - Akron Stop

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget, including property tax revenues and the levy rate. The agenda also includes general discussion and any other city business. The meeting is a work session, so no formal decisions are expected.

• Discussion of FY 2024-2025 budget
• Property tax revenues and levy rate review
• General budget discussion

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to sell city-owned real property at 812 S Moore St. They will also award a bid for emerald ash borer mitigation tree removals, set a public hearing for the FY 2024-2025 property tax levy, and accept a donation of real property. A closed session is scheduled for collective bargaining strategy.

• Public hearing and resolution to sell 812 S Moore St
• Award bid for 2024 Emerald Ash Borer Mitigation Tree Removals
• Resolution setting public hearing for FY 2024-2025 property tax levy (April 1, 2024)
• Resolution accepting donation of real property
• Class B and C retail alcohol licenses for Nuway K & H and Pep's

Streets & Sewer Committee Meeting

The Algona City Council Streets & Sewer Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several infrastructure and policy items. Topics include sanitary sewer fees for private well customers and those outside city limits, a speed limit and future development for Snap-on Drive, C-P Railroad crossings, Highway 169, a sidewalk infill policy, and the storm water utility rate structure. The agenda is a mix of discussion and potential action items, with no final votes listed.

• Sanitary sewer fees for customers on private wells and outside city limits
• Snap-on Drive speed limit and future development considerations
• C-P Railroad crossings discussion
• Highway 169 item
• Storm water utility rate structure

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget. The agenda includes budget discussions for the airport, library, and law enforcement (police, dispatch, animal control, and community liaison), followed by general budget discussion. This is a discussion-only session, with no formal votes or decisions listed.

• FY 2024-2025 budget discussion for Airport
• FY 2024-2025 budget discussion for Library
• FY 2024-2025 budget discussion for Law Enforcement (Police, Dispatch, Animal Control, Community Liaison)
• General budget discussion

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda, several new business items, and a budget discussion. Key actions include a third reading of an ordinance creating an urban forest utility, a resolution approving work order #2 for the airport runway extension project, and setting a public hearing for the disposal of city-owned property at 812 S Moore St. The meeting will also include a closed session for collective bargaining negotiations.

• Ordinance creating Chapter 13.28 Urban Forest Utility (3rd reading)
• Resolution approving Work Order #2 with Bolton & Menk for Airport Runway Extension Project Phase II
• Resolution setting public hearing on disposal/redevelopment of city-owned property at 812 S Moore St
• Appointment to Housing Commission
• FY 2024-2025 budget projections and levy rates discussion

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget, along with topics related to parks and recreation, the welcome center and downtown plantings, the street department, and the fire department. The agenda is primarily a discussion list, with no formal votes or decisions scheduled.

• FY 2024-2025 budget discussion
• Parks & Recreation
• Welcome Center & Downtown Plantings / Community Beautification
• Street Department
• Fire Department

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance to establish an Urban Forest Utility. The meeting also includes approvals for various project pay applications and a notice to bidders for tree removals.

• Second reading of ordinance creating Urban Forest Utility (Chapter 13.28)
• Notice to Bidders for 2024 Emerald Ash Borer Mitigation Tree Removals
• Pay Application #4 for 2023 Airport Runway Extension Project - Phase I
• Pay Applications #21 and #22 for Library Improvement Project
• Pay Application #5 for 2023 Central Park Improvements

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding its regular meeting with several items of new business. The most consequential items are a third reading of a zoning ordinance that would amend rules for accessory dwelling units, triplexes, setbacks, and nonconforming lots, and a first reading of a new ordinance creating an urban forest utility. The council will also receive hotel/motel tax reports, consider a pay application for the WWTF Secondary Wet Well Project, and act on resolutions related to wastewater treatment facility improvements, bond counsel, and amended fee schedules.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 17.04 zoning regulations for ADUs, triplexes, setbacks, nonconforming lots, definitions, conditional uses (3rd reading)
• Ordinance creating Chapter 13.28 Urban Forest Utility (1st reading)
• Approve Pay Application #1 for WWTF Secondary Wet Well Project
• Resolution ordering bids for Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Project
• Resolution adopting amended fee schedules for building permits, site development, code enforcement, public works

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget, covering various departments and revenue projections. The agenda includes items on sanitary sewer/WWTF, cemetery, code enforcement, economic development, public transit, TV systems, legislative, administration, and other general government. This is a discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• FY 2024-2025 budget discussion
• Sanitary sewer/WWTF
• Public transit (City Taxi)
• Revenue projections
• Code enforcement

Algona Work Session City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council is holding a work session to discuss and review city fees for permits and licenses, an ordinance establishing an urban forest utility, and the FY 2024-2025 budget outlook and timeline. These are discussion items, not final decisions, as this is a work session.

• Review of city fees for building permits, site development applications, and other permits and charges
• Ordinance establishing an urban forest utility
• FY 2024-2025 city budget outlook and timeline
• Council work session schedule

Algona Regular City Council Meeting

The Algona City Council will hold the second reading of an ordinance amending zoning regulations for residential development, covering accessory dwelling units, triplexes, setbacks, nonconforming lots, definitions, and conditional uses. The council will also consider a professional services agreement for general engineering services with Bolton-Menk, Inc. for 2024, adopt council rules of procedure, and make several appointments to boards and city official positions.

• Ordinance amending City Code Chapter 17.04 zoning regulations for residential development (2nd reading)
• Resolution approving CY 2024 General Engineering Services agreement with Bolton-Menk, Inc.
• Resolution adopting City Council Rules of Procedure
• Appointments to Planning & Zoning Commission, Airport Zoning Board, Housing Commission, and Broadband Telecommunications Commission
• Appointments of City Clerk, Police Chief, and Fire Chief