Bondurant public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Bondurant City Council will consider a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a real estate purchase agreement with JT Real Estate Trust for land needed for the Truman Drive NE corridor. The council will also vote on several consent‑agenda items, including pay requests and change orders totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars for stormwater, park, and infrastructure projects. Action items include approving a Captain Fire/EMS position, a contract with Ball Team LLC for Phase 2 of City Park, and a site plan for Shiloh Rose Business Park Phase 2. A discussion will be held on the DMWW 28E Draft Agreement and a library annual report will be presented.

• Resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a real estate purchase with JT Real Estate Trust for Truman Drive NE corridor land
• Resolution approving Pay Request No. 3 to Ryan Companies for the Bondurant Emergency Services Facility Project ($326,509.03)
• Resolution approving Change Order No. 3 for added work on 15th St/13th St stormwater improvements ($5,400.00)
• Resolution approving contract with Ball Team LLC for Phase 2 of City Park
• Resolution approving the Captain Fire/EMS position

The Bondurant City Council approved a contract with Ball Team LLC for Phase 2 of City Park, which includes a splash pad designed for future ice ribbon installation. The council also approved a new Captain Fire/EMS position, the Shiloh Rose Business Park Phase 2 site plan, and a consent agenda containing numerous resolutions for payments, grants, and property acquisition. All votes were 4-0 with Council Member McKenzie absent.

• Approved contract with Ball Team LLC for City Park Phase 2 (4-0)
• Approved Captain Fire/EMS position (4-0)
• Approved site plan for Shiloh Rose Business Park Phase 2 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 24 resolutions (4-0)
• Approved real estate purchase agreement for Truman Drive NE corridor (consent)
• Approved pay request No. 3 to Ryan Companies for Emergency Services Facility, $326,509.03 (consent)
• Approved pay request No. 2 to RW Excavating for Parkside Trail, $151,970.60 (consent)
• Approved change order No. 3 for 15th/13th Street Stormwater Improvements, $5,400 (consent)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve plats of survey for two new developments and a site plan for Shiloh Rose Business Park Phase 2. The agenda also includes a discussion on a zoning code rewrite.

• Resolution PZ-241212-31: Plat of Survey for 8295 NE Santiago Drive
• Resolution PZ-241212-32: Plat of Survey creating Parcel '2024-191'
• Resolution PZ-241212-33: Site plan for Shiloh Rose Business Park Phase 2
• Discussion: Zoning Code Rewrite
• Meeting location: Bondurant City Center, 200 Second Street, Northeast

The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of three resolutions: a plat of survey for 8295 Ne Santiago Drive, a plat creating Parcel '2024-191' for a future MidAmerican substation, and a site plan for Shiloh Rose Business Park Phase 2. The commission also discussed the ongoing zoning code rewrite, including topics like property fill limits, open space standards, and street tree requirements. No final decisions were made on the zoning code rewrite.

• Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-241212-31 for 8295 Ne Santiago Drive plat (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-241212-32 for Parcel '2024-191' plat (6-0, Mains abstained)
• Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-241212-33 for Shiloh Rose Business Park Phase 2 site plan (7-0)

City Council

The Bondurant City Council will consider a series of resolutions, including a real‑estate purchase agreement with Newby Farms Inc. to secure land for the right‑of‑way corridor of the planned Truman Drive extension. Additional items include a month‑to‑month lease extension with Northland Foundations, Inc., a $62,700 payment to Gerard Tank & Steel for the Water Tower Project, and an $8,790 professional services agreement with McClure Engineering for the Eagle Park Disc Golf Project. The council will also hold public hearings on a pre‑application for an Iowa Economic Development Authority grant and on the Bondurant City Park Phase 2 project.

• Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a real‑estate purchase agreement with Newby Farms Inc. for land needed for the Truman Drive extension right‑of‑way corridor
• Resolution extending a month‑to‑month lease with Northland Foundations, Inc.
• Resolution approving pay request No. 7 to Gerard Tank & Steel for the Water Tower Project in the amount of $62,700
• Resolution approving a professional services agreement with McClure Engineering for $8,790 for concept layout, design assistance, and construction staking for the Eagle Park Disc Golf Project
• Public hearing to consider eligible project(s) for the Iowa Economic Development Authority Community Catalyst Building Remediation Grant program

Parks & Recreation Board

The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board will meet to take action regarding a disc golf course. The board will also discuss member terms, city park updates, and fire station renovations.

• Action item: Disc Golf Course
• Guest presentation: Jeff Cook - Friends of the CVT
• Discussion: Member Terms
• Discussion: City Park update
• Discussion: Fire Station Renovation update

City Council

The Bondurant City Council will consider a resolution authorizing an application to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, for financing a water tower, associated mains, and acquisition of water treatment facility sites. The meeting also includes multiple consent‑agenda resolutions approving contracts and pay requests for park, trail, and emergency services projects, as well as a U‑STEP agreement with the Iowa Department of Transportation for intersection improvements. A public hearing will be held on the USDA application, and council members will discuss zoning and subdivision code updates.

• Resolution authorizing USDA Rural Development loan for water tower and treatment facility
• Resolution approving $7,600 contract with Bolton & Menk for engineering services on Parks & Recreation Events Center renovation
• Resolution approving $190,810.52 pay request to RW Excavating Solutions for Parkside Trail Connection Project
• Resolution approving $592,178.75 pay request for Bondurant Emergency Services Facility Project
• Resolution approving U‑STEP Agreement with Iowa DOT for intersection improvements at 2nd Street NE and US 65/Hubbell Avenue

City Council

The Bondurant City Council will consider a series of resolutions and ordinances, including a contract award for the Civic Campus Phase 2 Project not to exceed $5.6 million. Items on the agenda also cover rezoning of the Civic Campus North area, several professional services agreements, and multiple pay requests for ongoing water and infrastructure projects. A public hearing will be held on the plans and contract for the Civic Campus Phase 2 Project.

• Resolution awarding contract for Civic Campus Phase 2 Project up to $5.6 million
• Third‑reading ordinance to rezone Civic Campus North from Medium Industrial (M‑2) to General Commercial (C‑2)
• Resolution approving $18,900 professional services agreement with Shive‑Hattery for garden design at ARTocka Trail Loop
• Resolution approving $984,100.89 pay request to Gerard Tank & Steel for the Water Tower Project
• Resolution approving $220,770 amendment to RDG agreement for Phase 2 City Park design

General

The Bondurant City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on the disposal of real property. The agenda includes public hearings and resolutions regarding land transfers and a lease termination.

• Public hearing and resolution for disposal of real property back to Farmers Elevator Co.
• Public hearing and resolution for disposal of a previously-vacated alley in the Grain District
• Resolution to terminate the lease at 98 Lincoln Street NE

City Council

The City Council will review rezoning requests for the Civic Campus North and Washington Avenue SE. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and setting public hearing dates for city improvements.

• Payment of $922,363.29 for the Bondurant Emergency Services Facility Project
• Proposal for underground electrical service from Mid-American Energy for $151,070.30
• Professional Services Agreement with Shive-Hattery for $10,860 for Wolf Creek Park basketball court design
• Second reading of ordinance to rezone portions of Civic Campus North from M-2 to C-2
• Second reading of ordinance to rezone 319 Washington Avenue SE to the Business Park (BP) District

Board of Adjustment

The Bondurant Board of Adjustment will meet to approve minutes from August 13 and consider a conditional use permit for MidCountry Machinery. The meeting is open to the public at the Bondurant Community Library.

• Approval of August 13, 2024 minutes
• Case 103: MidCountry Machinery Conditional Use Permit

City Council

The Bondurant City Council will take a third and final reading on an ordinance adding Chapter 56 – Urban Chickens to the City Code. The council will also hold public hearings and consider resolutions on several zoning and land‑use amendments, including the Business Park district and the Civic Campus North area. A resolution to approve a bid up to $25,000 for removing right‑of‑way trees and a resolution adopting the Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan are also on the agenda.

• Third and final reading of Ordinance creating Chapter 56 – Urban Chickens
• Public hearing and resolution to amend the Future Land Use Map for 319 Washington Avenue SE
• Resolution approving a bid not to exceed $25,000 to remove right‑of‑way trees
• Resolution adopting the Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan
• Public hearings on rezoning 319 Washington Avenue SE and portions of the Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Bondurant Planning and Zoning Commission will approve the agenda and the September 12, 2024 meeting minutes. It will hear any guest comments and consider any pending action items. The commission will hold a discussion on the Zoning Code Kickoff. Reports from commission members, community development staff, the city administrator, and the city council liaison will also be presented.

• Approval of September 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Zoning Code Kickoff
• Guests may address the commission
• Reports from commission members and city staff

General

The Bondurant City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss an ordinance adding a chapter on urban chickens to the city code. The council will also review emergency services staffing and law enforcement findings.

• Ordinance amending City Code to add Chapter 56 - Urban Chickens
• Resolution approving Job Descriptions for Lieutenant Fire/EMS Coordinator
• Resolution of endorsement for Lake Petocka kayak launch funding
• Discussion on Bondurant Emergency Services Staffing and Operation Analysis
• Discussion on Law Enforcement Study Findings

Parks & Recreation Board

The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss infrastructure improvements at local parks. The board is reviewing parking options at Eagle Park and basketball court options for Wolf Creek and Wisteria Parks.

• Parking options at Eagle Park
• Basketball court options for Wolf Creek/Wisteria Parks

City Council

The Bondurant City Council will meet virtually on September 16, 2024, to approve routine items and consider resolutions for a stormwater project, a civic campus plat, and a Metro Home Improvement Program.

• Resolution approving pay request no. 3 to McAninch Corporation for Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1 ($382,055.49)
• Resolution awarding contract for 13th & Lincoln/15th Street Stormwater Improvements Project to James Construction, LLC ($98,774.00)
• Resolution terminating existing 28E Agreement for Metro Home Improvement Program
• Resolution approving 28E Agreement for Operation of Metro Home Improvement Program
• Resolution considering submitted Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider resolutions to adopt a text amendment that creates a Business Park Zoning District. It will also review requests to amend the Future Land Use Map and rezone specific parcels, including 319 Washington Avenue SE and Lots 1 & 2 of the Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat. The commission will vote on resolutions recommending approval of each amendment and the submitted Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat.

• Public Hearing – Consideration of Text Amendment creating the Business Park Zoning District
• Resolution PZ-240912-25 – Recommended approval of the Business Park Zoning District amendment
• Public Hearing – Request to amend the Future Land Use Map for 319 Washington Avenue SE to Business Park/Light Industrial
• Resolution PZ-240912-27 – Request to rezone 319 Washington Avenue SE from C-2 Regional Commercial to BP Business Park
• Resolution PZ-240912-30 – Consideration of the submitted Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a new Business Park zoning district, along with related rezoning and Future Land Use Map amendments for 319 Washington Avenue SE and the Civic Campus North area. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The Commission also recommended approval of the Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat.

• Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-240912-25 creating the Business Park District (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-240912-26 amending Future Land Use Map for 319 Washington Avenue SE to Business Park/Light Industrial (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-240912-27 rezoning 319 Washington Avenue SE from C-2 to BP Business Park (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-240912-28 amending Future Land Use Map for Civic Campus North Lots 1 & 2 to Regional Commercial (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-240912-29 rezoning Civic Campus North Lots 1 & 2 from M-2 to C-2 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution PZ-240912-30 for Civic Campus North Preliminary Plat (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a new city code chapter regarding urban chickens and a request to rezone agricultural land to residential and commercial districts. The body is also reviewing a payment services agreement for accounts payable automation and a grant application for a downtown entryway.

• Third reading of rezoning Parcel 8023-25-200-011 and part of 8023-25-200-010 from Agricultural (A-1) to Medium Density Residential (R-2) and Transitional Commercial (C-1)
• First reading of an ordinance adding Chapter 56 - Urban Chickens to the City Code
• Resolution for a Payment Services Agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc. and Corpay, Inc.
• Grant application endorsement for the Bravo Greater Des Moines Public Art Grant for a downtown entryway
• Discussion of Targeted Business & Industry Program Application for 88 Paine Circle SE (Bondurant Dermatology)

The Bondurant City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to allow urban chickens, amended to include a sunset date, in a 3-2 vote. The council also approved a payment services agreement for accounts payable automation and the consent agenda, which included a rezoning request and a public art grant resolution. No final decisions were made on the chicken ordinance or the business incentive application.

• Approved consent agenda including rezoning to R-2/C-1 and public art grant resolution (5-0)
• Approved Payment Services Agreement with Tyler Technologies and Corpay (5-0)
• Amended urban chicken ordinance to add sunset date (3-2)
• Approved first reading of urban chicken ordinance as amended (3-2)
• Moved into closed session for property acquisition and litigation (5-0)

City Council

The Bondurant City Council will vote on creating an Urban Renewal Area and adopting an amendment to its plan. The meeting also includes a rezoning ordinance for two parcels, several contract and payment approvals, and a public hearing on the Urban Renewal Plan amendment. Items on the consent agenda will be considered together unless a council member or citizen requests separate discussion.

• Resolution to declare necessity and establish an Urban Renewal Area and approve its plan amendment (Grain District Parking BES Facility Exemplar Care)
• Ordinance O-240805-210 (Second Reading) rezoning parcels 8023-25-200-011 and part of 8023-25-200-010 from Agricultural (A-1) to Medium Density Residential (R-2) and Transitional Commercial (C-1)
• Resolution amending the City Hall Access Control and Security Camera Project quote to Convergint Technologies for $3,831.35
• Resolution approving an amended Professional Services Agreement with HR Green for the 2nd Street, NW Widening Project for $14,600
• Resolution approving pay request No. 4 to Gerard Tank & Steel for the Water Tower Project for $248,995.00

Parks & Recreation Board

The Bondurant Parks & Recreation Board will review and discuss a proposed change to the September meeting location, consider a disc golf initiative, and receive updates on city parks. The board will also hear reports on the Bondu Blues and Brews event and the Touch-a-Truck event. Action items will be considered, and routine agenda items such as roll call and minutes approval will be completed.

• September meeting location change
• Disc golf proposal
• City park updates
• Bondu Blues and Brews event report
• Touch-a-Truck event report

Board of Adjustment

The Bondurant Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to discuss a variance request. The board will decide whether to allow a 6-foot tall wood fence in a street-side and front yard.

• Public hearing and resolution BA-240813-06 regarding a variance to Zoning Code Section 177.02 for a 6-foot tall wood fence

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approvals for a survey plat and site plans for Parcel 2024-102 and Featherstone Apartments. The body will also consider a recommended approval for the 2024 Urban Renewal Plan Amendment. Additionally, the commission will discuss the future of the Bondurant-Farrar Community School District.

• Resolution PZ-240808-22: Approval of Acquisition Plat '2024-101' and Parcels '2024-102' and '2024-103'
• Resolution PZ-240808-23: Site plan for Parcel 2024-102
• Resolution PZ-240808-24: Site plan for Featherstone Apartments
• Resolution PZ-240808-25: Recommended approval of the Urban Renewal Plan Amendment (2024 Amendment)
• Discussion regarding Bondurant-Farrar Community School District future school

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning parcels from Agricultural to Medium Density Residential and Transitional Commercial districts. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with multiple infrastructure contracts and grant applications.

• Public hearing and first reading for rezoning Parcel 8023-25-200-011 and part of 8023-25-200-010 from Agricultural to R-2 and C-1 districts
• Payment of $389,397.52 to McAninch Corporation for Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1
• Contract of $94,300.00 with HR Green for 2nd Street, NW Widening Project Improvements
• Payment of $96,855 to Shive-Hattery for Central District Stormwater Improvements professional services
• Roadway restriping project contract with Quality Striping Inc. for $28,950.00

City Council

The Bondurant City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes several routine resolutions, notably a $269,657.50 payment to Gerard Tank & Steel for the water tower project and a $60,500 agreement with Confluence for zoning, subdivision, and sign‑code updates. Council members will also discuss items such as Urban Chickens, a capital update, and findings from a law‑enforcement study. A closed‑session will address property matters under Iowa Code 21.5.1(j).

• Resolution approving Pay Request No. 3 to Gerard Tank & Steel for $269,657.50 (Water Tower Project)
• Resolution authorizing Mayor to execute agreement with Confluence for $60,500 (zoning, subdivision, sign code update)
• Resolution endorsing the city’s grant application to the Iowa DOT Traffic Safety Improvement Program for the Grant Street South realignment project
• Discussion item: Urban Chickens
• Discussion item: Law Enforcement Study Findings

City Council

The Bondurant City Council will consider awarding a contract for 1st and 3rd Street parking improvements, approve a Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan, and approve a site plan for 2502 Robinson Avenue, NE. The meeting also includes resolutions for various grants and a public hearing on a rezoning.

• Award of contract for 1st and 3rd Street Parking Improvements
• Adoption of Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan
• Approval of site plan for 2502 Robinson Avenue, NE
• Resolution approving Prairie Meadows Youth Sports and Recreation Grant Agreement
• Resolution approving Prairie Meadows Community Betterment Grant Agreement

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider rezoning two agricultural parcels to residential and commercial districts. They will also review a site plan for 2502 Robinson Avenue NE.

• Rezoning of Parcels 231/00021-632-000 and 231/00072-330-000 to R-2 and C-1 districts
• Site plan approval for 2502 Robinson Avenue NE
• Approval of June 13, 2024 minutes

General

The Animal Management Committee will hold a public hearing concerning a potential vicious animal located at 1290 Adams Street SE. The committee is also scheduled to consider an action item related to this matter.

• Public hearing for a potential vicious animal at 1290 Adams Street SE
• Action item regarding the potential vicious animal at 1290 Adams Street SE

City Council

The Council will review several resolutions including payments for water infrastructure and security upgrades. The agenda also includes an update on Central District Planning.

• $323,589.00 pay request for the Water Tower Project
• City Hall security camera project award to Convergint Technologies ($22,804.96)
• $20,000 contract for temporary well installation by Rieschink Drilling Co.
• Public art grants for Eagle Park and ARTocka Trail Loop
• Zoning code amendment regarding bicycle parking requirements

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider approving the Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan and a functional art installation in Eagle Park. The agenda also includes discussion regarding splash pad direction and reports on the Fishing Derby and Movies in the Park.

• Approval of Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan
• Puddle Pavilions functional art installation in Eagle Park
• Splash Pad discussion and direction
• Fishing Derby report
• June Movies in the Park: The Game Plan Report

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting a Pavement Management Program and reviewing several construction contracts. Public hearings are scheduled for the Park Side Trail Connection Project and the pavement program. Additionally, the council will discuss updates on the City Park Project and Civic Campus detention pond timing.

• Emergency Services Facility Precast bid package: $712,439
• Water Tower Project Pay Request No. 1: $697,752.68
• Parkside Trail Connection storage tank contract award: $467,721.18
• Civic Campus Phase I land rights payment: $66,159
• Zoning Code text amendment for bicycle parking requirements

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider amendments to Section 177.09 of the Zoning Code regarding bike racks. The meeting also includes discussions on drive-through text amendments and a request for proposals for code updates.

• Public hearing for bike rack zoning amendment
• Resolution PZ-240613-18: Bike rack text amendment
• Resolution PZ-240613-19: Waiver of review for Parcel 2024-88
• Discussion on drive-through text amendment
• Discussion on Zoning, Subdivision, and Sign Code Update RFP

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing regarding Case Number 103. This case involves a request for conditional use to allow an automotive and farm implement display, sales, service, and repair business in the General Commercial (C-2) District. The board will also consider Resolution BA-240514-05 related to this request.

• Public hearing for Case Number 103 regarding an automotive and farm implement business
• Resolution BA-240514-05 for Case Number 103
• Approval of May 14, 2024, minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Budget Amendment No. 1 for the FY24 budget. The meeting includes several site plan approvals and a discussion regarding naming rights.

• Public hearing and resolution for FY24 Budget Amendment No. 1
• Site plan approval for 2416 Robinson Avenue and extension request for 2465 Robinson Avenue, NE
• Recommended approval of the Bondurant Emergency Services Site Plan
• Resolution to order construction and set public hearing date for Parkside Trail Connection Project
• Ordinance to change Tree Board membership to a minimum of five and maximum of seven members

Board of Adjustment

The Bondurant Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on three specific zoning requests. These include requests for additional signage, a side-yard accessory structure, and a conditional use for an automotive and farm implement business.

• Case 101: Variance request for four wall signs and two monument signs
• Case 102: Variance request for an accessory structure in the side yard at 806 13th Street SE
• Case 103: Conditional use request for automotive and farm implement sales and service in a General Commercial (C-2) District

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several resolutions for site plan approvals and plats of survey. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a modification request for the Featherstone Outlot W Planned Unit Development Area.

• Public hearing and resolution for modification of Featherstone Outlot W Planned Unit Development Area
• Site plan approval for 2416 Robinson Avenue
• Bondurant Emergency Services Site Plan approval
• Firework Sales Permit for Wild Willy's Fireworks
• Plat of Survey approvals for 'Rural Survey' and 1st Street SW

City Council

The Bondurant City Council will consider awarding a contract for the Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1 – Courtyard Drive project. The council is also reviewing several routine resolutions including plat approvals and infrastructure grants.

• Contract award to McAninch Corporation for Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1 – Courtyard Drive for $1,627,374.45
• Professional services agreement with Veenstra & Kimm for Campus Drive Area Infrastructure Improvements Phases 1 and 2 for $479,800
• Approval of Harvest Meadows Commercial Plat 1
• Real Property Charitable Donation Agreement for land for the future Chichaqua Valley Trail Extension Project
• Pay request to Jenco Construction Inc. for the Highway 65 Underpass Public Improvement Project for $30,000

General

The City Council will hold a special meeting to review the city's growth strategy, zoning code updates, and capital planning. The body will also discuss the Master Streets Plan and the Parks, Trails, and Greenway Master Plan.

• Payment of $41,250 to Group Creative Services for a Dining Room piece at the ARTocka Trail Loop
• Discussion of Zoning Code Updates regarding recent legislative changes
• Review of Capital Plan and future bonding
• Discussion of Master Streets Plan projects and code updates
• Review of Parks, Trails, and Greenway Master Plan

Parks & Recreation Board

The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board is holding a regular meeting on April 18, 2024. The main action item is consideration of a recommendation related to the Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items like roll call, minutes approval, and public comments.

• Consideration of recommendation related to Parks, Trails, & Greenways Master Plan

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the FY25 proposed budget and the Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1/Courtyard Dr. SE Extension. The body will decide on the annual budget, tax levy rate, and a site plan for US Equipment.

• Adoption of the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2025, and tax levy rate
• Proposed plans and contract for Civic Campus Improvements Phase 1/Courtyard Dr. SE Extension
• Site plan approval for US Equipment at 1101 23rd Street, SW
• Payment of $19,086.21 to KLC Construction LLC for water main projects
• Approval of Towers Estate Plat of Survey in unincorporated Polk County

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to review two specific land use items. The body will consider recommended approvals for a site plan and a plat of survey.

• Recommended approval of the Towers Estate Plat of Survey in unincorporated Polk County
• Recommended approval of the site plan for US Equipment at 1101 23rd Street SW

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet on April 9, 2024, to consider a variance request regarding fence height. The discussion involves an increase in the maximum allowable height for a fence in a street-side yard.

• Public hearing for a variance request to Section 178.02.1. of the Zoning Code
• Resolution for a 6'-tall fence in a street-side yard

General

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the property tax levy. The remainder of the meeting consists of procedural items.

• Public hearing on Property Tax Levy

Parks & Recreation Board

The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board will meet to receive an update on City Park and discuss a proposal for a half basketball court at Wolf Creek Park. The board will also discuss a temporary location for the 2024 Farmer's Market.

• RDG Planning and Design update on City Park benches, trash receptacles, and bike racks
• Wolf Creek Park Half Basketball Court Proposal
• 2024 Farmer's Market Temporary Location

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the Major Streets Master Plan and zoning amendments for electronic message displays. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts and zoning code updates regarding setbacks.

• Adoption of the Major Streets Master Plan
• Bid award to 1 Source Solar for the City Hall Solar Project in the amount of $84,170.00
• Water Tower Project change order for control structures and valving in the amount of $181,000
• Professional Services agreement with Shive-Hattery for $23,800 for the City Park public parking lot project
• Payment of $15,890.05 to KLC Construction, LLC for water main projects at 15th Street, NE 88th Street/32nd Street, SE and Jorie Way

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding zoning code amendments for electronic message displays. The body will also consider approvals for a site plan, a plat of survey, and a master plan for major streets.

• Public hearing and recommended approval of text amendment to Section 181.13 regarding Electronic Message Displays
• Recommended approval of site plan for Alan's Seamless Gutters (Resolution PZ-240208-05)
• Recommended approval of Campus Industrial Park Plat of Survey (Resolution PZ-240314-08)
• Recommended approval of the Major Streets Master Plan (Resolution PZ-240314-09)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution regarding a zoning variance. The request seeks to allow an accessory structure height of 13'2" in a Medium Density Residential (R-2) District.

• Public hearing for variance request to Zoning Code Section 178.03.4.H.
• Proposed 13'2" height for an accessory structure in an R-2 District.

City Council

The Bondurant City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to amend the Zoning Code regarding accessory structure and stormwater detention basin setback requirements. The council will also review routine items via a consent agenda and discuss a BRAVO ICON Art Grant.

• Purchase of 2 new pickups from Stivers Ford not to exceed $102,312.00
• Public hearing and ordinance for Zoning Code amendments to stormwater detention and retention basin setbacks
• Public hearing and ordinance for Zoning Code amendments to accessory structure setbacks
• Resolution to set a public hearing date for the Major Streets Master Plan
• Resolution to set a public hearing date for Zoning Code text amendments regarding electronic message displays

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the adoption of the Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan and the Art, Culture, & Wayfinding Master Plan. The body will also review site plans for a high school addition and a dance company.

• Public hearings and adoption of Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan and Art, Culture, & Wayfinding Master Plan
• Bid award to JB Roofing for City Hall Roof Replacement Project for $39,962.00
• Pay request to KLC Construction LLC for water main project at 15th St and NE 88th St/32nd St SE and Jorie Way for $16,890.05
• Site plan approval for Bondurant-Farrar Community School District High School Addition at 1000 Grant Street, North
• Site plan approval for Kasey Leigh Dance Co at 92 Paine Circle, SE

Parks & Recreation Board

The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board will meet to elect its Board Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes a presentation on the Hillbilly Bike Ride.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Presentation by Matt Sillanpaa regarding Hillbilly Bike Ride details

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on text amendments to the Zoning Code regarding setbacks for accessory structures and stormwater areas. The body will also review site plans for a school addition and two businesses, as well as a downtown redevelopment plan.

• Text amendments to Section 177.04 regarding accessory structure setbacks
• Text amendments to Sections 179 and 180 regarding stormwater detention and retention setbacks
• Site plan for Bondurant-Farrar Community School District High School Arts Addition at 1000 Grant Street North
• Site plan for Kasey Leigh Dance Co at 92 Paine Circle SE
• The Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan

City Council

The City Council will consider several plat approvals, grant applications, and public art installations. The body is also scheduling public hearings for the property tax levy and the Grain District Downtown Redevelopment Plan.

• Payment of $138,153.15 to Brothers Cleaning Corporation DBE Brothers Concrete for Bondurant City Park Reconstruction
• Proposed professional services agreement with Shive-Hattery for the Downtown Parking Project
• Approval of Morgan Estates Plat 3 Preliminary Plat and Heartland LM Kellogg Plat 1 Final Plat
• Ordinance O-240116-203 to add an appeal section for fines and judgments to City Code Chapter 1.15
• Scheduling of a public hearing for the Property Tax Levy

General

The City Council will vote on rezoning and code amendments. The body is also considering resolutions to apply for state grants for downtown building remediation and public improvements in the Grain District.

• Third reading of rezoning from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5) for Morgan Estates Plat 3
• Third reading of amendment to Harvest Meadows Planned Unit Development Area 'D'
• Second reading of ordinance adding an appeal section for fines and judgments to Chapter 1.15
• Endorsement of pre-application for IEDA Community Catalyst Grant for downtown building remediation
• Endorsement of pre-application for IEDA Destination Iowa Program for Grain District public improvements

Parks & Recreation Board

The Bondurant Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review a draft master plan for art, culture, and wayfinding. The board will also discuss artist proposals for the Downtown Entryway and Art Alley.

• Presentation of draft Art, Culture, and Wayfinding (ACW) Master Plan by Group Creative
• Discussion of artist proposals for Art Alley
• Discussion of artist proposals for Downtown Entryway

City Council

The City Council will review two rezoning ordinances and several funding applications for downtown improvements. The body is also deciding on equipment purchases and infrastructure project payments.

• Payment of $172,373.36 to KLC Construction LLC for water main projects at 15th Street, NE 88th Street/32nd Street SE, and Jorie Way
• Purchase of a brush chipper for $35,000
• Contract of $55,000 with Group Creative Services for an art piece at the ARTocka Trail Loop
• Second reading of rezoning from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5) for Morgan Estates Plat 3
• Endorsement of pre-applications to the Iowa Economic Development Authority for the Destination Iowa Program and Community Catalyst Grant Program

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings and consider resolutions regarding text amendments to the Zoning Code. These changes concern setback requirements for accessory structures and stormwater detention and retention areas.

• Public hearing and resolution for text amendment to Section 177.04 regarding accessory structure setbacks
• Public hearing and resolution for text amendments to Sections 179.01, 180.04, 180.05, and 180.07 regarding stormwater detention and retention area setbacks
• 2024 Election of Officers
• 2023 Planning & Zoning Commission Annual Report

City Council

The City Council will consider several land use amendments and rezoning requests, including the Harvest Meadows and Morgan Estates projects. The body is also reviewing funding applications for road and trail projects and a business incentive for Exemplar Care.

• Funding for Exemplar Care under the Targeted Business and Industry Program not to exceed $123,600
• Public hearings for rezoning Morgan Estates Plat 3 from Agricultural (A-1) to Planned Unit Development (R-5)
• Public hearings for land use map amendments and modifications to Harvest Meadows Area D
• Grant applications for Grant Street South realignment and Eastern Polk County I-80 Interchange Planning Study
• Adoption of a 'Little Libraries' Policy