Bondurant public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding municipal boundaries and the Myers-City Campus Urban Renewal Area. The body is also deciding on zoning changes, preliminary plats, and street lighting agreements.

• Street lighting proposal for Shiloh Rose Parkway and 23rd Street SW for $119,266.14
• Street lighting payment for Shiloh Rose Parkway SW Project Bluejay/SW Corridor for $23,597.96
• Zoning change from Medium Industrial (M-2) to Central Business (C-4)
• Zoning change from Agricultural (A-1) to Medium Industrial (M-2) pending annexation
• Approval of Top Farms Property and Fox Ridge Plat 1 preliminary plats

The Bondurant City Council approved a resolution declaring necessity for an urban renewal area (Myers-City Campus) and adopted an ordinance amending municipal boundaries and precincts. Both actions passed 4-0. The consent agenda, including street lighting payments and preliminary plats, was also approved.

• Approved R-211220-358 declaring urban renewal area and plan amendment (4-0)
• Approved O-211220-219 amending municipal boundaries and precincts (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including street lighting payments and preliminary plats (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on two land-use requests. These include a signage variance for a multi-tenant building and a conditional use permit for outdoor storage.

• Variance request for increased multi-tenant building signage on Lots 1 and 2 of the Commerce Crossings Plat 1 Final Plat
• Conditional use permit for an expanded outdoor storage yard area at 2340 Hubbell Avenue SW

General

The City Council will conduct interviews for council candidates and consider several resolutions, including agreements with Polk County and the Des Moines Airport Authority. The meeting also includes second readings for zoning and water fee ordinances.

• Second reading of O-211207-217 to change zoning from Medium Industrial (M-2) to Central Business (C-4)
• Second reading of O-211207-218 regarding Water Connection Fee Districts
• Letter of Agreement with Des Moines Airport Authority for Des Moines International Terminal Project
• Request for Proposals for Bondurant Emergency Services Department Strategic Plan
• Public hearing date of December 20th, 2021 for ordinance amending Municipal Boundaries and Precincts

The Bondurant City Council appointed Chad Driscoll to fill a council vacancy, approved consent agenda items including reappointments and ordinance amendments, and approved several resolutions including precinct agreements and a strategic plan RFP. The council also heard a presentation on waste services rates and conducted interviews for the vacancy.

• Appointed Chad Driscoll to fill council vacancy (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including reappointments and zoning/water fee ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Approved precinct agreement with Polk County for Bondurant 1 (5-0)
• Approved precinct agreement with Polk County for Delaware 1 (9-0)
• Set public hearing for Dec 20 on municipal boundaries ordinance (5-0)
• Approved letter of agreement with Des Moines Airport Authority (9-0)
• Approved RFP for Emergency Services Department Strategic Plan (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider recommended approvals for several preliminary plats and site plans. The body will also review an amendment to the December 2021 Urban Renewal Plan.

• December 2021 Urban Renewal Plan Amendment (RESOLUTION NO. PZ-211209-28)
• Fox Ridge Plat 1 Preliminary Plat (RESOLUTION NO. PZ-211209-29)
• Everett Mauch Estate Preliminary Plat (RESOLUTION NO. PZ211209-30)
• Top Farms Property Preliminary Plat (RESOLUTION NO. PZ-211209-31)
• Site plans for 2251 & 2301 Shiloh Rose Parkway SW and 2510 Robinson Avenue NE

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding several water connection fee districts and a Luther Park bond issuance. The agenda also includes various consent items such as infrastructure pay requests and site plan approvals.

• Public hearing for Luther Park Bond Issuance
• Public hearing for multiple Water Connection Fee Districts
• Rezoning request from Medium Industrial (M-2) to Central Business (C-4)
• Pay request of $123,205.27 for Commerce Crossings Phase 2 Public Infrastructure Improvement Project
• Issuance of up to $7,000,000 in Senior Housing Revenue Refunding Bonds for Luther Park Apartments

The Bondurant City Council approved the consent agenda as amended, which included resolutions authorizing up to $7,000,000 in senior housing revenue refunding bonds for Luther Park Apartments, approving multiple pay requests, and setting a December 20 public hearing on municipal boundaries. The council also approved first readings of ordinances to rezone property from Medium Industrial to Central Business and to amend water connection fee districts. A resolution to fill a council vacancy by appointment was approved 3-1, with one abstention.

• Approved consent agenda as amended (5-0), including $7M Luther Park bond issuance and multiple pay requests.
• Approved first reading of ordinance rezoning property from M-2 to C-4 (5-0).
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending water connection fee districts (5-0).
• Approved appointments to BRAVO Board (5-0).
• Approved appointment of Bob Peffer to Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau (4-0).
• Approved appointment of Doug Elrod to Des Moines Area MPO (4-0).
• Tabled resolution for MWA Board appointments (5-0).
• Approved resolution to fill council vacancy by appointment (3-1, with one abstention).

Parks & Recreation Board

The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board will meet to take action on 2022 programming. The board will also discuss updates and planning for Eagle Park, Central Park, and City Park.

• Action item on 2022 Programming
• Discussion on Central Park Planning
• City Park Schematic Design Kick-Off Meeting
• Eagle Park Update
• Partnership discussion with Bondurant Men's Club representative Jeff Cook

The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board voted 5-0 to recommend the City Council amend Beggars' Night to the last Saturday of October, based on a community survey where 65% of 141 respondents favored the change. The board also approved the 2022 Parks and Recreation Programming and the minutes from August 19, 2021. A representative from the Bondurant Men's Club discussed partnering on a disc golf course at Eagle Park and adding amenities to neighborhood parks; the board asked for a detailed proposal. The board also discussed updates on the Eagle Park project, Central Park planning, and BRSC parking.

• Approved the August 19, 2021 Park and Recreation minutes (5-0).
• Approved the December 2, 2021 agenda (5-0).
• Approved the 2022 Bondurant Parks and Recreation Programming (5-0).
• Recommended City Council amend Beggars' Night to the last Saturday of October (5-0).
• Asked the Bondurant Men's Club to prepare a detailed proposal for a disc golf course and park amenities.
• Discussed Eagle Park project updates, including grants and planned improvements.
• Discussed Central Park planning, with a community input meeting scheduled for December 7.
• Discussed BRSC parking, including a $15,000 grant and the need for additional funding.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider several land use actions, including a rezoning request from Medium Industrial to Central Business. The agenda also includes site plan approvals for Midstates Precast Products and CDL training, as well as the Black Oak Farm Plat 1 Final Plat.

• Public hearing and rezoning request from Medium Industrial (M-2) to Central Business (C-4)
• Resolution PZ-211118-26: Midstates Precast Products site plan at 2340 Hubbell Avenue SW
• Resolution PZ-211118-27: CDL training lot site plan at 2408 Robinson Avenue NE
• Resolution PZ-1118-28: Black Oak Farm Plat 1 Final Plat
• Resolution PZ-1118-29: December 2021 Urban Renewal Amendment

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the annexation of 70 acres and the rezoning of that land from Agricultural to Medium Industrial. The body will also consider several water connection fee districts and infrastructure payments.

• Public hearing for annexation of 70.00 acres (Myers Certified Site Application Area)
• Proposed rezoning of Myers area from Agricultural (A-1) to Medium Industrial (M-2)
• Payment of $133,619.73 to Concrete Technologies Inc. for Commerce Crossings Phase 2
• Payment of $52,407.00 to Shive-Hattery for Commerce Crossings Development
• Proposal from Vision Electric for downtown parking lot lights for $17,500

The Bondurant City Council approved the annexation of 70 acres known as the Myers Certified Site Application Area and approved the first reading of an ordinance to rezone the property from Agricultural (A-1) to Medium Industrial (M-2), including a Future Land Use Map update. The council also approved a $17,500 contract with Vision Electric for downtown parking lot lights and waived the second reading of an ordinance repealing a tax division provision. All votes were 4-0, with Council Member Wes Enos absent.

• Approved Myers Certified Site Application Area annexation (4-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning ordinance A-1 to M-2 (4-0)
• Waived second reading and approved final reading of ordinance repealing tax division (4-0)
• Approved $17,500 contract with Vision Electric for downtown parking lot lights (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including multiple resolutions and claims (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for increased building signage square footage. The board will then vote on Resolution BA-211109-07 to grant or deny the request.

• Public hearing for signage square footage variance at 501 Hawthorne Crossing Drive SE

City Council

The Bondurant City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Paine Heights Sewer Lining Project. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure payments and the creation of an Associate Planner position.

• Public hearing: Paine Heights Sewer Lining Project
• Payment of $456,732.64 to Concrete Technologies, Inc. for Commerce Crossings Phase 2
• Payments of $18,408.09 and $3,917.86 to Story Construction for Library Addition & Remodel
• Resolution for Associate Planner job description and salary range
• Agreement with Luther Park Apartments, Inc. regarding Senior Housing bonds

The Bondurant City Council approved the creation of an Associate Planner position with a salary range, and authorized a memorandum of agreement with Luther Park Apartments for senior housing refunding bonds. The council also approved a resolution to repeal a tax division ordinance for the 2001 Addition urban renewal area. A public hearing on the Paine Heights sewer lining project was held, and the council discussed parking and a potential amendment to the Highpoint Estates development.

• Approved R-211101-291 creating Associate Planner position (4-0)
• Approved R-211101-292 authorizing Luther Park Apartments bond agreement (4-0)
• Approved O-211101-215 repealing tax division ordinance for 2001 Addition (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including pay requests and equipment purchases (4-0)
• Held public hearing on Paine Heights sewer lining project
• Agreed with staff recommendation for no parking on Linden-Locust Loop

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Myers Site Certification Area. The body is considering the annexation of the site and its rezoning from Agricultural to Medium Industrial.

• Resolution PZ-211028-23: Recommended approval of Myers Site Certification Annexation Area
• Public hearing for rezoning Myers Site Certification Area from Agricultural (A-1) to Medium Industrial
• Request for Future Land Use Map amendment from Reserve Ag/Residential and Reserve Industrial to Industrial
• Resolution PZ-211028-24: Recommended approval of Myers Certified Site rezoning and map amendment
• Discussion of potential amendment to Highpoint Estates development area

The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission recommended City Council approval of the annexation of 70 acres (Myers Site Certification Area) into city limits and the rezoning of that land from Agricultural (A-1) to Medium Industrial (M-2), along with a Future Land Use Map amendment to Industrial. Both recommendations passed unanimously. The commission also discussed a potential amendment to the Highpoint Estates development to include townhomes, but took no action.

• Recommended approval of annexation of 70 acres (Myers Site Certification Area) into Bondurant city limits (4-0, with 2 absent)
• Recommended approval of rezoning from Agricultural (A-1) to Medium Industrial (M-2) and Future Land Use Map amendment to Industrial (6-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved September 23, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Bondurant City Council will discuss zoning amendments and approve multiple pay requests for public infrastructure projects. The body is also setting public hearing dates for a territory annexation and a rezoning request.

• Pay request of $403,901.64 to Concrete Technologies Inc. for Commerce Crossings Phase 2
• Professional Services Agreement with RDG for City Park Schematic Design for $42,000
• Public hearing set for Nov 15, 2021, regarding territory annexation and the Myers rezoning request
• Third reading of an ordinance to change zoning from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5)
• Second reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 69, Parking Regulations

The Bondurant City Council approved the third and final reading of Ordinance O-210907-210, rezoning certain real estate from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5) and updating the Future Land Use Map, with a 4-1 vote (Elrod dissenting). The council also approved the consent agenda, including multiple resolutions for pay requests, change orders, and a public hearing date for annexation. A second reading of a parking ordinance was waived and approved 5-0. The meeting concluded with a closed session for property acquisition and litigation.

• Approved PUD rezoning for Hubbell Realty development (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda with 16 items including pay requests and change orders (5-0)
• Waived second reading and approved parking ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Set public hearing for Nov 15 on proposed annexation
• Set public hearing for Nov 15 on Myers rezoning request
• Approved $42,000 RDG City Park schematic design agreement
• Approved change orders totaling $10,279.22 for library expansion
• Approved early redemption of Water Revenue Bonds Series 2012B

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance regarding parking updates and hold a discussion on the Top Farms PUD. The meeting includes several resolutions for city maintenance, equipment, and library expansion payments.

• Ordinance No. 211011-214 regarding No Parking updates
• Discussion on Top Farms PUD
• Pay Request No. 12 for Bondurant Library Expansion Project in the amount of $19,209.93
• Change Orders totaling $212.03 for the 2021 Bondurant Community Library Expansion Project
• Resolution for purchase of a new snowplow truck

The Bondurant City Council approved the consent agenda, which included a tree maintenance contract, a new snowplow truck purchase, employment agreement updates, and library expansion payments. The council also passed the first reading of a no-parking ordinance update. A discussion on the Top Farms PUD noted developer changes, but no action was taken. The meeting ended with a closed session for property acquisition and litigation.

• Approved consent agenda including tree maintenance, snowplow purchase, employment agreement updates, and library payments (4-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance No. 211011-214 updating no-parking rules (4-0)
• Discussed Top Farms PUD with developer changes; no action taken
• Entered closed session for property acquisition and potential litigation (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on professional services agreements for stormwater and street engineering. The body will also review a site plan for JAS Concrete and discuss a conceptual plan for Top Farms PUD.

• Professional Services Agreement with SmithGroup, Inc. for $100,000 for Central District Stormwater Improvements
• JAS Concrete site plan at 701 23rd Street, SW
• 10th Street Extension Agreement amendment with Veenstra & Kimm for up to $18,900 (Sanitary Sewer)
• 10th Street Extension Agreement amendment with Veenstra & Kimm for up to $12,500 (Shiloh Rose shift west)
• Top Farms PUD Conceptual Plan discussion

The Bondurant City Council approved a $100,000 professional services agreement with SmithGroup, Inc. for Central District Stormwater Improvements, and approved the JAS Concrete site plan at 701 23rd Street, SW. The consent agenda, including amendments to the 10th Street Extension agreements, was also approved. No substantive decisions were made on the Top Farms PUD conceptual plan, which was only discussed.

• Approved $100,000 agreement with SmithGroup for stormwater improvements (5-0)
• Approved JAS Concrete site plan at 701 23rd Street, SW (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $18,900 and $12,500 amendments to 10th Street Extension agreements (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Closed meeting for property acquisition and litigation discussion (5-0)

General

The City Council is meeting for a special session. The agenda consists of a closed session to discuss property acquisition and potential or pending litigation.

• Closed session regarding property acquisition
• Closed session regarding potential or pending litigation

The Bondurant City Council met on September 25, 2021, and approved the agenda. The council then voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss property acquisition and potential litigation, as permitted by Iowa Code. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after the closed session.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Closed meeting for property acquisition and litigation discussion (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to review a specific site plan. The body will consider whether to recommend approval for a project at 701 23rd Street SW.

• Recommended approval of the JAS Concrete site plan at 701 23rd Street SW

The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of the JAS Concrete site plan at 701 23rd Street SW, as noted in staff's prepared resolution PZ-210923-22. The commission also approved the agenda and the August 26, 2021 meeting minutes, both by 6-0 votes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of JAS Concrete site plan at 701 23rd Street SW (6-0)
• Approved agenda as is (6-0)
• Approved August 26, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The Bondurant City Council approved a $109,261 contract with Municipal Pipe Tool Co. for the Paine Heights Sewer Lining Project, and advanced two ordinances: one adding an agricultural rate category to the stormwater utility (first reading) and another rezoning land from Agricultural to Planned Unit Development (second reading). All votes were 4-0, with Council Member Peffer absent. The council also directed staff to research allowing golf carts on city streets and discussed a potential collaboration with the school district for sports courts.

• Approved $109,261 contract with Municipal Pipe Tool Co. for sewer lining (4-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance adding agricultural rate to stormwater utility (4-0)
• Approved second reading of ordinance rezoning land to Planned Unit Development (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including multiple pay requests and resolutions (4-0)
• Directed staff to research golf cart use on city streets
• Discussed collaboration with school district for sports courts; council in favor

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on a conditional use permit. The request is to allow a daycare facility to operate as a home business in the Planned Unit Development (R-5) District.

• Conditional use permit for daycare home business at 611 Spruce Drive NW
• Resolution NO. BA-210914-06 regarding the daycare permit request

General

The Bondurant City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a Comprehensive Plan Joint Workshop. No other decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Comprehensive Plan Joint Workshop discussion

The Bondurant City Council met on September 13, 2021, with a quorum of four members present. The only substantive item was a joint workshop with the Planning and Zoning Commission and consultants from Confluence to discuss the Comprehensive Plan update, covering topics like stormwater planning, housing counts, bike trails, downtown commercial, and school district projections. No formal decisions were made; the council only approved the agenda and adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:37 PM (3-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review a specific plat of survey. The body will also approve minutes from the August 26, 2021 meeting.

• Recommended approval of the David Ross Plat of Survey (Parcel 2021-117)

The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of the David Ross Plat of Survey (Parcel 2021-117), subject to conditions including updated street easements, City Council approval of amended Chapter 165, a stream buffer easement, floodplain compliance, a lot tie agreement if adjacent owner purchases, and connection fee payment. The commission also discussed a shed request from The Birds Nest, advising they pursue a variance for a side yard shed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as is (7-0)
• Approved August 26, 2021 minutes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of David Ross Plat of Survey (Parcel 2021-117) with conditions (7-0)
• Advised The Birds Nest to pursue a variance for side yard shed placement

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning property owned by Top Farms LLLP from Agricultural to Planned Unit Development for multi-family and commercial use. The meeting also includes several infrastructure pay requests and ordinances regarding sewer fees and tree planting. Council will discuss the Fire Department remodel and expansion.

• Public hearing for rezoning Top Farms LLLP property from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5)
• Pay request for 2021 City Wide Roadway Restriping Project to Quality Striping Inc. for $18,500.00
• Iowa DNR Community Forestry Grant Funds totaling $13,875 for trees on Lincoln Street, SE, Deer Ridge Drive, NW, and the Cemetery
• Pay request for Bondurant Library Expansion Project to multiple vendors for $62,324.80
• Site plan approval for SKOL Trucking site at 2415 Robinson Avenue, NE

The Bondurant City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance rezoning Top Farms property from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5) and amending the Future Land Use Map to allow multi-family and commercial uses. The council also approved several other items, including a consent agenda with numerous pay requests and resolutions, a site plan for SKOL Trucking, and appointments to the ICON Water Trails Board. The meeting included a public hearing on the rezoning and a closed session for property acquisition and litigation.

• Approved first reading of rezoning Top Farms from A-1 to R-5 PUD (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including pay requests and resolutions (5-0)
• Approved final reading of ordinance amending Chapter 104 Sanitary Sewer Connection Fee Districts (5-0)
• Approved final reading of ordinance allowing street trees in public right-of-way (5-0)
• Approved final reading of ordinance allowing stream buffers by easement (5-0)
• Approved site plan for SKOL Trucking at 2415 Robinson Ave NE (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Downtown Project agreement (5-0)
• Appointed Angela McKenzie and Doug Elrod to ICON Water Trails Board (5-0)

City Council

The Bondurant City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the Fire Station Addition & Renovation Project. The meeting is scheduled to take place at the Bondurant Emergency Services building.

• Discussion of Fire Station Addition & Renovation Project

The Bondurant City Council met virtually on August 30, 2021, and approved the meeting agenda with a 4-0 vote. The main discussion item was the Fire Station Addition & Renovation Project, where FEH Design presented layout options and a conceptual budget. The council toured the current facility and requested a new design based on their discussion. The meeting adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0 vote)
• Discussed Fire Station Addition & Renovation Project layout options and conceptual budget
• Requested FEH Design to generate a new design based on council discussion
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0 vote)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider a rezoning request for Top Farms and a site plan for SKOL Trucking. The body will also review a Future Land Use Map amendment.

• Recommended approval of Top Farms rezoning from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5)
• Future Land Use Map amendment from Single-Family Detached to Multi-Family and Commercial for Top Farms
• Recommended approval of SKOL Trucking site plan at 2415 Robinson Avenue NE

The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of the Top Farms rezoning from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5) and the Future Land Use Map amendment from Single-Family Detached to Multi-Family and Commercial, as shown on the PUD Conceptual Plan. The commission also voted 7-0 to recommend approval of the SKOL Trucking site plan at 2415 Robinson Avenue NE, subject to City Code clarification items and updated screening along the trail. Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of Top Farms rezoning (A-1 to R-5 PUD) and FLUM amendment (7-0)
• Recommended approval of SKOL Trucking site plan at 2415 Robinson Avenue NE, with conditions (7-0)
• Approved agenda as is (7-0)
• Approved July 22, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss a Request for Proposals for Central Park planning and a Regional Stormwater Retention Facility. The board is also considering an amendment to Chapter 151 of the City Code regarding trees in public right-of-way areas.

• Request for Proposals for Central Park planning and Regional Stormwater Retention Facility
• Proposed amendment to City Code Chapter 151 for trees in public right-of-way areas
• Bondurant Cemetery Committee Proposal and Wreaths Across America Program presentation
• Discussion of graffiti along the Gay Lea Wilson Underpass
• Bondurant-Farrar School District playground equipment donation

The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board approved three items and recommended them to the City Council: forming a Bondurant City Cemetery Committee, participating in Wreaths Across America with John Desaulniers Jr. as Location Coordinator, and amending Chapter 151 of the City Code to allow trees in public right-of-way areas. All votes were 6-0. The board also discussed, but took no action on, an RFP for Central Park planning, an art tunnel under the Gay Lea Wilson Underpass, donated playground equipment, a community recreation program, and a phased budget for City Park.

• Approved Cemetery Committee proposal, recommended to City Council (6-0)
• Approved Wreaths Across America participation, named John Desaulniers Jr. as Location Coordinator, recommended to City Council (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 151 of City Code for trees in public right-of-way, recommended to City Council (6-0)
• Approved agenda for August 19, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 30, 2021 meeting with amended start time (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance regarding the expansion of the NW Trunk Sewer Sanitary Sewer Connection Fee District. The meeting also includes discussions on American Rescue Plan recommendations and Lake Petocka boat rules.

• Public hearing and ordinance for Expanded NW Trunk Sewer Connection Fee District
• Pay request of $10,980.59 to Ryan Companies for Project Omega Phases 2 & 3
• Proposed rezoning of Top Farms LLLP property from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5)
• 28E Agreement with Bondurant-Farrar Community School District for trail projects and lane construction
• Approval of Commerce Crossings Plat 1 Final Plat

The Bondurant City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance expanding the NW Trunk Sewer Connection Fee District, and approved a 28E agreement with the school district for trail projects and lane construction. The consent agenda, including multiple pay requests and appointments, was approved 4-0. Council also directed staff to allow gas-powered model boats on Lake Petocka and to pay off DMWW callable bonds.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 210816-209 expanding NW Trunk Sewer Connection Fee District (4-0)
• Approved 28E agreement with Bondurant-Farrar Community School District for trail projects and lane construction (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including pay requests, appointment of Diane VanWyk to Board of Adjustment, and other resolutions (4-0)
• Directed staff to allow gas-powered model boats on Lake Petocka
• Directed staff to pay off DMWW callable bonds to save on interest

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to withdraw from the Polk County Aviation Authority 28E Agreement. The meeting also includes several infrastructure pay requests and plat approvals.

• Public hearing and resolution regarding withdrawal from the Polk County Aviation Authority
• Change orders of $11,042.76 for the 2021 Bondurant Community Library Expansion Project
• Pay requests for the 23rd St. SW & Shiloh Rose Parkway SW Public Infrastructure Improvement Project
• Approval of Dollar General plat of survey and site plan at 501 Hawthorne Crossing Drive SE
• Resolution adjusting EMS Service Rates

The Bondurant City Council approved a resolution to withdraw from the Polk County Aviation Authority 28E Agreement, following a public hearing. The council also approved the Dollar General site plan at 501 Hawthorne Crossing Drive SE and a consent agenda containing numerous routine items, including resolutions for grant applications, change orders, pay requests, plats, and EMS service rate adjustments. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved withdrawal from Polk County Aviation Authority 28E Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Dollar General site plan at 501 Hawthorne Crossing Drive SE (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 17 routine items (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Closed session to discuss property acquisition and potential litigation (5-0)

General

The City Council will discuss amending the zoning classification of certain real estate from Conservancy (U-1) to General Commercial (C-2). The meeting also includes several routine approvals regarding plats and easements for Quail Run Plat 3.

• Second reading of ordinance to change zoning from Conservancy (U-1) to General Commercial (C-2)
• Appointment of Lisa Cameron to the Planning & Zoning Commission
• Approval of amended Quail Run Plat 3 Final Plat
• Approval of site plan for RAMMS Construction addition at 1120 2nd Street NE
• Resolution approving Estoppel Certificate for 2300 Shiloh Rose Pkwy Property, LLC (Project Omega)

The Bondurant City Council approved the consent agenda, including appointments, plats, easements, and a site plan for RAMMS Construction. They also approved the third and final reading of an ordinance rezoning certain real estate from Conservancy (U-1) to General Commercial (C-2). All votes were 4-0, with Council Member Wes Enos absent.

• Approved consent agenda including appointment of Lisa Cameron to Planning & Zoning Commission (4-0)
• Approved amended Quail Run Plat 3 Final Plat (4-0)
• Accepted off-site Quail Run Plat 3 Stream Buffer Easement (4-0)
• Accepted Quail Run Plat 3 HOA Access Easement Document (4-0)
• Accepted deed for interior public streets and stream buffer areas (4-0)
• Accepted fee title for roadway easement adjacent to Quail Run Plat 3 (4-0)
• Approved site plan for RAMMS Construction addition at 1120 2nd Street NE (4-0)
• Approved rezoning from Conservancy (U-1) to General Commercial (C-2) (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to review several development proposals. This includes a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for property owned by Top Farms LLLP and the approval of site plans for a Dollar General.

• Recommended approval of Black Oak Farm Plat 1 Preliminary Plat
• Recommended approval of Dollar General plat of survey and site plan at 501 Hawthorne Crossing Drive SE
• Public hearing for rezoning Top Farms LLLP property from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5)
• Future Land Use Map amendment for Top Farms property to Multi-Family and Commercial
• Recommended approval of RAMMS Construction site plan at 1120 2nd Street NE

The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission tabled the Top Farms rezoning request (PZ-210722-18) until the PUD Conceptual Plan is updated to include 30% of lots at least 65 feet wide and other specified changes. The commission recommended approval of the Black Oak Farm preliminary plat, the Dollar General plat of survey and site plan, and the RAMMS Construction site plan, all with conditions.

• Tabled Top Farms rezoning and Future Land Use Map amendment (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Black Oak Farm Plat 1 Preliminary Plat (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Dollar General plat of survey (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Dollar General site plan (6-0)
• Recommended approval of RAMMS Construction site plan (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including construction pay requests and a $120,000 property purchase. The meeting includes a public hearing on rezoning land at Grant Street and a presentation of the City Park Master Plan.

• Purchase of property near City Park at 201 3rd St SE for $120,000
• Pay request of $14,445.68 for Project Omega Phases 2 & 3 offsite improvements
• Pay request of $24,850.69 for Northeast Storm Sewer Public Infrastructure Project
• Public hearing for rezoning land at 1201 and 1455 Grant Street South
• Presentation of the City Park Master Plan

The Bondurant City Council approved the City Park Master Plan and passed the first reading of an ordinance to rezone land at 1201 and 1455 Grant Street South from Conservancy (U-1) to General Commercial (C-2). The council also approved a property exchange agreement with Eric and Nicole Lang, Gale and Carolyn Mendenhall, and Bondurant Commercial, LLC. All votes were 4-0, with Council Member Doug Elrod absent.

• Approved the consent agenda, including resolutions for the NW Trunk Sewer Connection Fee District public hearing, Bondurant Development Inc. contract, Iowa Clean Air Attainment Program grant, Shiloh Rose Business Park easement, and multiple pay requests and change orders.
• Approved the City Park Master Plan (R-210719-199) as presented by Parks & Recreation Board members.
• Approved the first reading of Ordinance O-210719-208 to rezone portions of 1201 and 1455 Grant Street South from Conservancy (U-1) to General Commercial (C-2).
• Approved the property exchange agreement (R-210719-201) with Eric and Nicole Lang, Gale and Carolyn Mendenhall, and Bondurant Commercial, LLC.
• Discussed Quail Run Plat 3 Final Plat updates, with no formal action taken.
• Held a closed session to discuss property acquisition and potential litigation, then adjourned.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on two conditional use permits and one variance. These requests involve land use and setback requirements for specific properties in Bondurant.

• Conditional use permit for an outdoor storage yard at 701 23rd Street Southwest
• Conditional use permit for gas station reconstruction at 1455 Grant Street South/113-117 Brick Street Southeast
• Variance for minimum primary structure setback requirements at 1455 Grant Street South/113-117 Brick Street Southeast

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request. The commission will consider Resolution No. PZ-210708-14 to change land use from Conservancy (U-1) to General Commercial (C-2).

• Public hearing for rezoning at 1201 Grant Street South and 1455 Grant Street South
• Resolution No. PZ-210708-14: Rezoning from Conservancy (U-1) to General Commercial (C-2)

The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing and voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a rezoning from Conservancy (U-1) to General Commercial (C-2) for portions of land at 1201 and 1455 Grant Street South. The commission approved Resolution No. PZ-210708-14, which carries the recommendation. The meeting also included routine approval of the agenda and prior minutes.

• Approved the agenda as presented (5-0).
• Approved the June 24, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0).
• Closed the regular meeting and opened a public hearing on the Grant Street South rezoning request (5-0).
• Concluded the public hearing on the rezoning request (5-0).
• Approved Resolution No. PZ-210708-14 recommending approval of the Conservancy (U-1) to General Commercial (C-2) rezoning (5-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:23 p.m. (5-0).

City Council

The City Council will consider several construction pay requests, plat approvals, and a site plan for Commerce Crossings Phase 2. Discussion items include parking on Shiloh Rose Parkway and the 2nd Street planting strip.

• Pay Request No. 6 for Project Omega Phases 2 & 3: $16,168.67
• Pay Request No. 9 for Bondurant Library Expansion Project: $353,023.25
• Pay Request No. 10 from Story Construction: $43,096.88
• Commerce Crossings Phase 2 Site Plan at 1000 Commerce Parkway, SW
• Resolution regarding withdrawal from the Polk County Aviation Authority 28E Agreement

The Bondurant City Council approved the Commerce Crossings Phase 2 site plan at 1000 Commerce Parkway SW (5-0) and the entire consent agenda (5-0), which included resolutions for pay requests, plats, and a job description. The meeting was amended to replace item #9a with a water issues discussion, where staff reported Des Moines Water Works monitoring toxin levels and a metro-wide water plan. No other substantive decisions were made; the council entered closed session for property acquisition and litigation discussion.

• Approved Commerce Crossings Phase 2 site plan at 1000 Commerce Parkway SW (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 21 items (5-0)
• Amended agenda to remove item #5q and replace #9a with water issues discussion (5-0)
• Approved pay request No. 6 for Project Omega Phases 2 & 3 ($16,168.67)
• Approved pay request No. 9 for Library Expansion Project ($353,023.25)
• Approved pay request No. 10 for Story Construction ($43,096.88)
• Approved withdrawal from Polk County Aviation Authority 28E Agreement, set public hearing
• Entered closed session for property acquisition and potential litigation (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to take action on the City Park Final Concept Master Plan. The board will also discuss the Bondurant Skate Park Concept.

• Action item: City Park Final Concept Master Plan
• Discussion item: Bondurant Skate Park Concept

The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board approved the City Park Final Concept Master Plan and recommended it to the City Council for approval. The board also discussed a potential skate park at a city-owned parcel near the Highway 65 underpass, expressing support for the concept. The meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19 concerns.

• Approved City Park Master Plan and recommended to City Council (6-0)
• Approved Special Parks & Rec 21-4 agenda (6-0)
• Approved Parks & Rec 21-3 minutes from May 20, 2021 (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider recommended approvals for the Commerce Crossings Phase 2 site plan and the Dvorak Preliminary Plat. The body will also discuss parking space requirements for retail sales establishments and the site plan status for Casey's General Store.

• Recommended approval of Commerce Crossings Phase 2 site plan
• Recommended approval of Dvorak Preliminary Plat
• Text amendment regarding retail sales establishment parking space requirements
• Site plan status for Casey's General Store at 1455 Grant Street South

The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission approved two resolutions: the Commerce Crossings Phase 2 site plan (Resolution PZ-210624-12) and the Dvorak Preliminary Plat (Resolution PZ-210624-13), both by 5-0 votes. The commission also discussed a potential text amendment for retail parking requirements, deciding to keep the current 1 per 200 SF standard, and noted a future rezoning for the Casey's site. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Commerce Crossings Phase 2 site plan (Resolution PZ-210624-12) 5-0
• Approved Dvorak Preliminary Plat (Resolution PZ-210624-13) 5-0
• Agreed to keep retail parking requirement at 1 per 200 SF for now
• Discussed potential rezoning of Casey's site from U-1 to C-2 (no action)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing multiple pay requests for public infrastructure projects and professional services. The body is also scheduling a public hearing for property rezoning and discussing city treasurer ordinances.

• Pay Application #5 to Ryan Companies for Project Omega Phases 2 & 3 in the amount of $15,574.21
• Public hearing set for July 19, 2021, regarding rezoning 1201 and 1455 Grant Street South from Conservancy (U-1) to General Commercial (C-2)
• 28E Agreement with City of Altoona for signal timing coordination along US Hwy 65/NE Hubbell Ave. Corridor
• Pay requests for Northwest Trunk Sewer Public Infrastructure Project (Rognes Corporation)
• Second reading of Ordinance O-210607-207 amending Chapter 19, City Treasurer

The Bondurant City Council approved the consent agenda, which included multiple resolutions for payments, agreements, and permits. They also waived the insurance requirement for block party applications. The council approved the third and final reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 19 (City Treasurer). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a presentation from Commonwealth about a potential development and discussions on water connection fees, parking, and stormwater utility.

• Approved the consent agenda, including pay applications, agreements, and permits.
• Waived insurance requirement for block party applications.
• Approved the third and final reading of Ordinance O-210607-207 amending Chapter 19 (City Treasurer).
• Held a closed session to discuss property acquisition and potential litigation.

City Council

The Bondurant City Council will consider several construction pay requests and development agreements. Key items include the Commerce Crossings project and various public infrastructure improvements.

• Demolition of property at 3402 Grant St. South: $25,550
• Purchase of roadway patching equipment from PatchBox, LLC: $8,109.80
• Library Expansion Project pay requests totaling $782,511.06
• Construction contract for Commerce Crossing Development Phase 2 to Concrete Technologies Inc.: $1,963,849.83
• Purchase of hydraulic valve turning equipment from MacQueen Equipment: $14,855.00

The Bondurant City Council approved a $1,963,849.83 construction contract with Concrete Technologies Inc. for the Commerce Crossing Development Public Improvements Phase 2 project, along with the project's plans and specifications. The council also approved a development agreement with Bondurant Commercial, LLC, authorizing tax increment payments, and a professional services agreement with FEH for fire station remodel conceptual planning. All votes were 4-0, with Council Member Angela McKenzie absent.

• Approved $1,963,849.83 construction contract with Concrete Technologies Inc. for Commerce Crossing Phase 2 (4-0)
• Approved development agreement with Bondurant Commercial, LLC, authorizing TIF payments (4-0)
• Approved plans, specs, and cost estimate for Commerce Crossing Phase 2 (4-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with FEH for fire station remodel conceptual planning (4-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Chapter 19, City Treasurer (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including demolition contract, library pay requests, and wage schedules (4-0)
• Approved $25,550 demolition contract for 3402 Grant St. South (consent agenda)
• Approved $409,338.23 and $373,172.83 pay requests for library expansion (consent agenda)

Board of Adjustment

The Bondurant Board of Adjustment will meet to review a variance request from Ramms Construction. The board will also approve minutes from the March 9, 2021 meeting.

• Resolution BOA-210601-02: Ramms Construction variance request for property at 1120 Second Street, NE

The Bondurant Board of Adjustment approved a variance request for a ten-foot reduction of the required twenty-foot side yard setback at 1120 Second Street, NE, to allow construction of an addition to an existing building. The approval includes a condition for additional screening along the bike trail. The motion carried 4-0.

• Approved Resolution BOA-210601-02 granting a 10-foot side yard setback variance for 1120 Second St. NE (4-0)
• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved March 9, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss the Top Farms Concept Plan. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 13, 2021 meeting.

• Discussion of Top Farms Concept Plan

The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission met and approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. The main discussion was an amended concept plan for Top Farms presented by Hubbell Realty, which included 179 single-family lots, multi-family, and commercial uses. No formal action was taken on the plan; some members expressed reservations about lot sizes.

• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)
• Approved May 13, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Discussed Top Farms concept plan; no vote taken

Parks & Recreation Board

The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board will review the 2020 Urban Forest Management Plan and discuss the RDG City Park draft concept. The board is also considering a new entrance from Chichaqua Valley Trail to the West Soccer Complex and court options for Wisteria Heights.

• 2020 Bondurant Urban Forest Management Plan presentation
• Joshua Rose Gaga Pit Eagle Scout Project progress
• RDG City Park final DRAFT Concept
• Proposed entrance from Chichaqua Valley Trail to West Soccer Complex
• Wisteria Heights Basketball or Multi Purpose Court

The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board approved the February 18, 2021 minutes and the May 20, 2021 agenda. They received and filed the 2020 Urban Forest Management Plan and an Eagle Scout project beneficiary form. The board discussed a potential trail entrance to the West Soccer Complex, noting it requires Polk County approval, and provided feedback on the City Park draft concept plan. No major decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved Parks & Rec 21-2: February 18, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved May 20, 2021 agenda (7-0)
• Received and filed 2020 Bondurant Urban Forest Management Plan
• Received and filed Joshua Rose Gaga Pit Eagle Scout Project Beneficiaries Form
• Discussed Chichaqua Valley Trail entrance to West Soccer Complex, requiring Polk County approval
• Provided feedback on City Park final draft concept plan
• Agreed to name new park Central Park, open to naming rights

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding an amendment to the current budget and the Bondurant Urban Renewal Area. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure pay requests and a development agreement with Bondurant Commercial, LLC.

• Public hearing and resolution to amend the budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021
• Proposed amendment to the Bondurant Urban Renewal Area
• Payment of $18,169.16 to Ryan Companies for Project Omega Phases 2 & 3
• Resolution to eliminate fees for certain equipment rentals
• Resolution approving the site plan for the Sales of Fireworks

The Bondurant City Council unanimously approved a budget amendment for FY2021, declared necessity for an urban renewal area addition and approved the related plan amendment, and passed an ordinance for tax division in the new urban renewal area. The council also approved several infrastructure project pay requests and completions, a fireworks sales site plan, and a final plat for Shiloh Rose Business Park. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved FY2021 budget amendment (5-0)
• Declared necessity and approved urban renewal plan amendment for Bondurant Urban Renewal Area (5-0)
• Passed ordinance for tax division in May 2021 urban renewal addition (5-0)
• Accepted 23rd Street SW and Shiloh Rose Pkwy SW Public Improvements Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved site plan for fireworks sales (5-0)
• Ordered construction and set public hearing for Commerce Crossing Development Phase 2 (5-0)
• Approved Shiloh Rose Business Park Plat 2 final plat (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including multiple pay requests and resolutions (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider recommendations for an Urban Renewal Plan amendment. The body will also review a site plan for the sale of fireworks and a final plat for Shiloh Rose Business Park Plat 2.

• Recommendation of May 2021 Urban Renewal Plan Amendment
• Site plan for the Sales of Fireworks
• Shiloh Rose Business Park Plat 2 Final Plat

The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the May 2021 Urban Renewal Plan Amendment and approved a site plan for fireworks sales. It also approved the Shiloh Rose Business Park Plat 2 final plat with conditions, including a sidewalk waiver and escrow for future trail costs. All votes were 5-0.

• Recommended approval of May 2021 Urban Renewal Plan Amendment (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 210513-10 for fireworks sales site plan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 210513-11 for Shiloh Rose Business Park Plat 2 final plat with conditions (5-0)

City Council

The Bondurant City Council is meeting to approve several infrastructure project payments and change orders. The body will also consider a final plat for Sankey Summit Phase 2 and building materials for Commerce Crossings.

• Pay Application No. 3 for 23rd St. SW & Shiloh Rose Parkway SW Public Infrastructure Improvement Project: $266,273.54
• Pay Application No. 3 to Absolute Infrastructure for NE Storm Sewer Project: $145,169.26
• Pay Application No. 2 with Ryan Companies for Project Omega Phases 2 & 3 Offsite Improvements: $12,766.93
• Resolution approving the Sankey Summit Phase 2 Final Plat
• Resolution setting a hearing date to amend the City budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021

The Bondurant City Council approved the Sankey Summit Phase 2 final plat and the building elevations and materials for Commerce Crossings, both by 5-0 votes. The council also approved a consent agenda containing multiple resolutions for infrastructure payments, change orders, and project completions. A closed session was held to discuss property acquisition and potential litigation.

• Approved Sankey Summit Phase 2 Final Plat (5-0)
• Approved Building Elevations and Materials for Commerce Crossings (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including pay applications, change orders, and project completions (5-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (5-0)
• Held closed session for property acquisition and litigation discussion (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several site plans and infrastructure payments. The meeting includes a public hearing date setting for the Expanded Bondurant Urban Renewal Area and a discussion on M2 uses.

• Payment of $445,790.56 for Library Expansion and Renovation Project Management
• Payment of $215,162.80 for 23rd Street, SW and Shiloh Rose Parkway, SW Public Infrastructure
• Change orders totaling $85,945.19 for the 2021 Bondurant Community Library Expansion Project
• Approval of site plans for Commerce Crossings, Bondurant Retail Building (100/104 Main St SE), and 96 Paine Circle SE
• Approval of Highpoint Estates Preliminary Plat

The Bondurant City Council approved a consent agenda including pay applications, change orders, and fee adjustments, and unanimously approved several resolutions for professional services, site plans, and a preliminary plat. All votes were 5-0. The council also discussed a potential relocation of Skol Trucking to Bondurant.

• Approved consent agenda including pay applications and change orders (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with EOR for Ditch #2 Stream Bank Stabilization (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Bondurant Commercial, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Commerce Crossings site plan subject to building elevation review (5-0)
• Approved site plan for Bondurant Retail Building at 100/104 Main St SE (5-0)
• Approved Highpoint Estates preliminary plat (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 96 Paine Circle SE (5-0)