Center Point public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Center Point City Council will hold a public hearing to develop a Community Development & Housing needs assessment for a CDBG Disaster Recovery Housing Application related to the 2020 derecho. The council will also consider resolutions to authorize the application, approve several construction pay applications totaling over $100,000, and discuss the FY2024 budget.

• Public hearing on CDBG Disaster Recovery Housing Application for derecho recovery
• Resolution 2022-172: Approve FY2024 Linn County Sheriff's Office contract for law enforcement services
• Resolution 2022-173: Approve $66,470.43 pay application to Peak Construction for fire station project
• Resolution 2022-174: Approve $180,455.35 pay application to Staab Construction for wastewater treatment plant
• Resolution 2022-176: Approve $99,336.99 pay application to Rathje Construction for Lewis Access Road water main replacement

The City Council authorized an application for CDBG-DR funding to build 42 rental housing units at 700 Mustang Lane. Council also approved several infrastructure payments and a new law enforcement contract. A payment for the fire station project was tabled due to incomplete work.

• Approved application for $5,144,554 in CDBG-DR funds for 42 rental units (5-0)
• Approved FY2024 Linn County Sheriff’s Office contract at $40/hour for 21 hours per week (5-0)
• Approved $180,455.35 payment to Staab Construction for wastewater treatment plant (5-0)
• Approved $99,336.99 payment to Rathje Construction for Lewis Access water main replacement (5-0)
• Tabled $66,470.43 payment to Peak Construction for fire station due to incomplete items (5-0)
• Approved sale of excess fill dirt from wastewater plant at $25 per tandem (5-0)
• Approved consolidating three library accounts into one 12-month CD (5-0)
• Approved Fire Department to seek bids for air pack replacements (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions, including change orders for the Fire Station and Wastewater Treatment Plant, renewal of health and dental benefits, a contract with Nixle, and street closures for Main Street Holiday. A public hearing is also set for December 13 on a CDBG housing application. The agenda includes a possible closed session to discuss real estate.

• Resolution 2022-157: Change Order #6 for Fire Station ($8,053 for electrical gear scheduling postponed to March 2023)
• Resolution 2022-165: Public Hearing on December 13 for CDBG Disaster Recovery Housing Application
• Resolution 2022-166: Renewal of City Health and Dental benefits and contribution rates
• Resolution 2022-167: Change Order #5 for Wastewater Treatment Plant ($8,053 for electrical gear scheduling postponed to March 2023)
• Resolution 2022-169: Main Street Holiday Street Closures

The City Council approved several resolutions regarding fire station and wastewater treatment plant costs, renewed health and dental benefits, and set a public hearing date for a housing needs assessment. The council also approved street closures for the Main Street Holiday and renewed a contract with Nixle.

• Approved Fire Station Change Order #6 for $3,862.47 (5-0)
• Approved Fire Station Change Order #8 for a $4,301.00 credit (5-0)
• Set Dec. 13 at 6:00 pm for Public Hearing on Community Development & Housing needs assessment (5-0)
• Approved renewal of City Health and Dental benefits and contribution rates (5-0)
• Approved Wastewater Treatment Plant Change Order #5 for $8,053.00 (5-0)
• Approved 3-year contract renewal with Nixle (5-0)
• Approved Main Street Holiday Street Closures (5-0)
• Decided to remain with two current local depository banks

City Council

The Center Point City Council will hold public hearings on a FY2023 budget amendment and a development agreement with Grain Lane, LLC. The council will also consider several resolutions, including approving purchases for GIS equipment, change orders for the fire station, and a pay application for the wastewater treatment plant.

• Public hearing on FY2023 Budget Amendment #1
• Public hearing on development agreement with Grain Lane, LLC
• Resolution to approve pay application #15 for Wastewater Treatment Plant ($116,850)
• Resolution to approve bid and award for Wakema Pedestrian Bridge
• Resolution to approve annual pay increase for Public Works Laborer position

The City Council approved the FY2023 Budget Amendment #1 and authorized payments for the Wastewater Treatment Plant and Wakema Pedestrian Bridge. The council also approved several personnel changes, including a new Deputy City Clerk and a full-time Parks Technician position.

• Approved FY2023 Budget Amendment #1 (Resolution 2022-155) (4-0)
• Approved purchase of GIS Grade GPS Equipment from Fehr Graham (Resolution 2022-156) (4-0)
• Tabled Change Order #6 for Fire Station plumbing of $3,862.47 (Resolution 2022-157) (4-0)
• Approved Change Order #7 for Fire Station electrical work of $1,185.36 (Resolution 2022-158) (4-0)
• Approved $116,850.00 pay application #15 to Staab Construction for Wastewater Treatment Plant (Resolution 2022-159) (4-0)
• Approved annual pay increase for Public Works Laborer (Resolution 2022-160) (4-0)
• Approved hire and pay for Deputy City Clerk (Resolution 2022-161) (4-0)
• Approved bid and award for Wakema Pedestrian Bridge project (Resolution 2022-162) (4-0)

City Council

The Center Point City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Urban Renewal Area and consider several resolutions, including approving $271,048 in pay applications and change orders for the fire station project, hiring a city attorney, and setting a date for a development agreement with Grain Lane LLC.

• Public hearing on amendment to the Center Point Urban Renewal Area
• Resolution 2022-151: approve pay application #18 to Peak Construction for the Fire Station for $63,319.40
• Resolution 2022-152: approve pay application #19 to Peak Construction for the Fire Station for $203,329.12
• Resolution 2022-153: approve change order #3 for $35,771.81 for additional concrete on the Fire Station project
• Resolution 2022-154: approve change order #5 for $8,400.00 for grading of imported fill on the Fire Station project

The City Council approved an amendment to the Urban Renewal Plan and hired William Sueppel as the new City Attorney. The council also authorized several payments and change orders for the fire station project and approved the FY2022 Annual Finance Report.

• Approved Urban Renewal Plan Amendment (Resolution 2022-144) (4-0)
• Approved FY2022 Annual Finance Report submittal (Resolution 2022-145) (4-0)
• Set public hearing for FY2023 1st Budget Amendment for Nov 8, 2022 (Resolution 2022-146) (4-0)
• Approved FY2022 Annual Urban Renewal Report (Resolution 2022-147) (4-0)
• Approved FY2023 TIF Indebtness Certification to Linn County (Resolution 2022-148) (4-0)
• Hired City Attorney William Sueppel (Resolution 2022-149) (4-0)
• Approved $63,319.40 and $203,329.12 pay applications to Peak Construction for fire station (Resolutions 2022-151, 2022-152) (4-0)
• Approved fire station change orders for $35,771.81 and $8,400.00 (Resolutions 2022-153, 2022-154) (4-0)

City Council

The Center Point City Council will consider several resolutions to approve payments for infrastructure projects and equipment. The meeting includes discussions on a city-owned pavilion lease and the purchase of ball field lights.

• Resolution 2022-143: Wastewater Treatment facility pay application to Staab Construction for $294,215.00
• Resolution 2022-142: Washington Storm Sewer project pay application to Arends Excavating, LLC for $49,754.83
• Resolution 2022-141: CPU Runway Surfacing bid proposal from Fisher Tracks for $11,624.00
• Resolutions 2022-137, 2022-138, 2022-139: Vine Street Bridge project change order and final payments totaling $29,242.85
• Resolution 2022-136: Trade-in of Grapple Bucket for Heavy Duty Dirt Bucket with $375.00 net proceed

The council approved multiple resolutions including a $294,215 payment for the wastewater treatment facility, final payments for the Vine Street Bridge project, and a bid for runway surfacing. They also discussed keeping the city-owned pavilion under city control and heard updates on the fire station project delays and a wastewater plant electrical part backorder.

• Approved Resolution 2022-143: $294,215 pay application #14 for Wastewater Treatment facility to Staab Construction (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-140: Vine Street Project Acceptance (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-139: $23,287.88 final pay application #8 for Vine Street Bridge to Jim Schroeder Construction (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-138: $2,767.57 pay app #7 for Vine Street Bridge to Jim Schroeder Construction (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-137: $3,187.40 DOT change order #1 for Vine Street Bridge (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-141: $11,624.00 bid from Fisher Tracks for CPU Runway Surfacing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-142: $49,754.83 pay application #2 for Washington Storm Sewer to Arends Excavating (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-136: trade-in of grapple bucket for heavy duty dirt bucket with $375 net proceeds (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the vacation and disposition of Plat of Survey 2650 Parcel A on Grain Lane. Members will also review several construction payments and city personnel contracts.

• Public hearing for vacation and disposition of Plat of Survey 2650 Parcel A (Grain Lane)
• Payment of $75,256.13 and $13,357.38 to Peak Construction for the Fire Station
• Purchase of a 2022 Chase Trailer 22ft for $8,650.00 for Public Works
• Approval of Tovstanovsky’s First Addition Final Plat
• Amended Development Agreement with CP Assisted, LC

The council approved multiple resolutions including vacating and selling a portion of Grain Lane right-of-way, approving Tovstanosky's First Addition final plat, and authorizing two pay applications for the fire station project totaling $88,613.51. They also approved the city administrator's annual review and contract, the public works director's annual review, and the purchase of a 22-foot trailer for public works. A public hearing was held on the Grain Lane vacation with no public comment.

• Approved Resolution 2022-126 vacating and selling Parcel A of Grain Lane right-of-way (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-127 approving Tovstanosky's First Addition Final Plat (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-128 setting public hearing date for Urban Renewal Plan Amendment (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-129 approving amended Development Agreement with CP Assisted, LC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-130 approving Pay Application #16 to Peak Construction for $75,256.13 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-131 approving Pay Application #17 to Peak Construction for $13,357.38 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-132 approving City Administrator Annual Review and contract (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-134 approving purchase of 2022 Chase Trailer 22ft for $8,650.00 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Lewis Access Water Main project. Members will also consider several pay applications for wastewater and storm sewer infrastructure and a property sale on Grain Lane.

• Public hearing and bid award for Lewis Access Water Main project (Resolution 2022-117)
• Pay application to Staab Construction for Wastewater Treatment plant: $173,592.55 and $512,240.00
• Pay application for Washington Street Storm Sewer Improvements: $109,981.50
• Proposed sale of public property at Plat of Survey 2650 Parcel A, Grain Lane
• Fire Station change order for vapor barrier: $1,062.35

The council approved Resolution 2022-117 awarding the Lewis Access Water Main project bid to Rathje Construction for $179,686.19, pending engineer review. They also approved several resolutions including pay applications for the wastewater treatment plant ($173,592.55 and $512,240.00), a fire station change order ($1,062.35), a postage meter lease ($56.81/month for 60 months), and a transfer of parks reserve funds. The council referred a denied fence variance back to the Board of Adjustments for further discussion, indicating they felt it should be accepted.

• Approved Resolution 2022-117 awarding the Lewis Access Water Main project to Rathje Construction for $179,686.19
• Approved Resolution 2022-119: pay application #12 to Staab Construction for the wastewater treatment plant, $173,592.55
• Approved Resolution 2022-120: change order #4 for the fire station, $1,062.35 for a vapor barrier
• Approved Resolution 2022-121: 60-month lease with Pitney Bowes for a postage meter at $56.81/month
• Approved Resolution 2022-122: transfer of Parks Reserve Funds into a Money Market account
• Approved Resolution 2022-123: pay application #8 to Rathje Construction for wastewater collection reroute, $2,746.45
• Approved Resolution 2022-124: pay application #1 for Washington Street Storm Sewer Improvements, $109,981.50
• Approved Resolution 2022-125: pay application #13 to Staab Construction for the wastewater treatment plant, $512,240.00

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss projects related to the Capital Improvement Plan. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Discussion of Capital Improvement Plan projects

City Council

The Center Point City Council will meet to discuss trash collection services and a real estate transaction in a possible closed session. The body will also consider a plat of survey and a board appointment.

• Resolution 2022-115: Approval of Plat of Survey No. 2650 Parcel A
• Resolution 2022-116: Appointment of Stefanie Chrisman to the Parks and Recreation Board
• Discussion and possible action on Trash Collection Services
• Request from Kristina Ludden (1321 Central Ave.) for temporary allowance of goats for weed removal
• Approval of Joensy’s Restaurant Class B Liquor License

The Center City Council held a work session to discuss a wide-ranging Capital Improvement Plan covering streets, parks, water infrastructure, and recreation projects. No formal decisions or votes were taken on any of the items; the meeting was purely informational and adjourned after discussion.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0, 1 absent)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:33 pm (4-0, 1 absent)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the voluntary annexation of 4299 Lewis Access Road. The body will also consider several contracts for city infrastructure, land use planning, and equipment purchases.

• Public hearing for voluntary annexation of 4299 Lewis Access Road
• Agreement with Institute for Design Research and Outreach for land use and capital improvement plan for $3,200.00
• Striping contract at Fross Park for $9,630.00
• Kitchen equipment for the Fire Station not to exceed $14,000.00
• Pay application #7 for wastewater collection system reroute improvements for $76,652.24

The council approved the voluntary annexation of 4299 Lewis Access Road via Resolution 2022-106 after a public hearing with no comments. They also approved several resolutions including a comprehensive land use plan agreement, a Hometown Pride partnership, a striping contract at Fross Park, a salt contract, the FY2022 Street Finance Report, purchase of fire station kitchen equipment, a wastewater collection system pay application, and plans for the Lewis Access Water Main project. A request from Sky Auto Mall for a 100% TIF rebate for 15 years on Phase 1 was approved. No action was taken on a UTV route.

• Approved annexation of 4299 Lewis Access Road (Resolution 2022-106) (5-0)
• Approved agreement with ISU for comprehensive land use plan and 5-year capital improvement plan for $3,200 (Resolution 2022-107) (5-0)
• Approved 5-year Hometown Pride Partnership agreement with Keep Iowa Beautiful for $3,913.89 annually (Resolution 2022-108) (5-0)
• Approved striping contract at Fross Park for $9,630 (Resolution 2022-109) (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Salt Contract (Resolution 2022-110) (5-0)
• Approved FY2022 Street Finance Report (Resolution 2022-111) (5-0)
• Approved purchase of fire station kitchen equipment not to exceed $14,000 (Resolution 2022-112) (5-0)
• Approved pay application #7 for wastewater collection system reroute for $76,652.24 (Resolution 2022-113) (5-0)

City Council

The Center Point City Council will discuss a request from the Mayor of Palo to oppose a solar project. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding city spending, personnel pay, and land annexation.

• Resolution 2022-105: Pay application #11 to Staab Construction Corporation for wastewater treatment plant for $269,227.15
• Resolution 2022-104: Preapproval to purchase used Vac Tailer from public auction not to exceed $50,000.00
• Resolution 2022-95: Response to Mayor of Palo's request to oppose a solar project
• Annexation of 4299 Lewis Access Road
• Water/sewer waiver request from Jeremy Krayenhagen at 200 S. Hill Crest Circle

The Center Point City Council approved Resolution 2022-95, supporting the City of Palo's opposition to the solar project, after a lengthy discussion. The council also approved several other resolutions, including a proclamation for Five Seasons Stand Down Day, a staff credit card application, an employee pay increase, preapproval for a used vac trailer purchase, and a pay application for the wastewater treatment plant. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2022-95 supporting Palo's opposition to solar project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-101 proclaiming Sept 1, 2022 as Five Seasons Stand Down Day (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-102 for staff credit card application (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-103 for employee Diveley annual review and pay increase (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-104 preapproving used vac trailer purchase up to $50,000 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-105 approving pay application #11 to Staab Construction for $269,227.15 (5-0)
• Approved sewer bill reduction for 200 S. Hill Crest Circle to average (5-0)

City Council

The Center Point City Council will hold a regular session to consider several resolutions, including approving an Eagle Scout project at Wakema Park, a Girl Scouts Little Free Library, a sewer charge waiver, and payments for wastewater collection system improvements. They will also discuss a request from the Mayor of Palo regarding a solar project and approve hiring a Parks and Recreation Director.

• Resolution 2022-93: Approve Jace Pendelton's Eagle Scout Project for Wakema Park
• Resolution 2022-94: Approve Girls Scouts Troop 2327 Little Free Library Project
• Resolution 2022-95: Response to Mayor of Palo's request regarding Solar Project
• Resolution 2022-98: Change order #4 for wastewater reroute improvements, $5,615.20
• Resolution 2022-99: Pay application #6 for wastewater reroute improvements, $247,043.03

The Center Point City Council approved multiple resolutions, including a $247,043.03 pay application for the wastewater collection system reroute improvements and the hiring of Ryan Anderson as Parks and Recreation Director. They also approved an Eagle Scout landscaping project at Wakema Park, a Girl Scouts Little Free Library at Fross Park, a sewer fee waiver for a resident, and set a public hearing for an annexation. A resolution regarding Palo's opposition to a solar project was tabled due to an absent council member.

• Approved Resolution 2022-93 for Jace Pendelton's Eagle Scout landscaping project at Wakema Park (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-94 for Girl Scouts Troop 2327's Little Free Library at Fross Park (4-0)
• Reduced 1308 Evans Drive sewer fees for June by 50% (4-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2022-95 regarding response to Palo's solar project request (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-96 for Rubie's Bar Smoking Up Main Street request (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-97 hiring Ryan Anderson as Parks and Recreation Director (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-98 change order #4 for wastewater reroute improvements, $5,615.20 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-99 pay application #6 for wastewater reroute improvements, $247,043.03 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider several financial resolutions including fund transfers and construction pay applications. The agenda also includes a public hearing notice for a potential annexation and the sale of city equipment.

• Resolution 2022-87: $587,114.25 pay application to Staab Construction Corporation for wastewater treatment plant
• Resolution 2022-89: $35,376.93 change order for concrete at the Fire Station project
• Resolution 2022-92: $79,175.38 pay application to Peak Construction for the Fire Station
• Resolution 2022-86: Transfer of $11,000 in library revenues from fund 001 to fund 012
• Resolution 2022-90: Public hearing for potential annexation of 4299 Lewis Access Road on July 26, 2022

The Center Point City Council approved eight resolutions, including a $587,114.25 pay application for the wastewater treatment plant, a $35,376.93 change order for additional concrete at the Fire Station, and a $79,175.38 pay application for the Fire Station. They also approved year-end transfers, a library fund transfer, a Linn County American Rescue Plan subaward agreement, a public hearing for a potential annexation, and the sale of a 1990 Elgin Pelican Street Sweeper. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with one member absent.

• Approved Resolution 2022-85 for FY2022 year-end transfers (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-86 transferring $11,000 library revenues to fund 012 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-87 pay application #10 to Staab Construction for $587,114.25 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-88 Linn County American Rescue Plan Subaward agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-89 Change Order #3 for Fire Station concrete at $35,376.93 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-90 setting public hearing for annexation of 4299 Lewis Access Road on July 26, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-91 to sell 1990 Elgin Pelican Street Sweeper (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-92 pay application #15 to Peak Construction for $79,175.38 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing for the FY2022 Budget Amendment #2. The body is also deciding on several construction payments, staff hiring, and a 3% cost of living adjustment for permanent staff.

• Resolution 2022-73: 3% cost of living adjustment for permanent staff
• Resolution 2022-76 & 2022-77: Payments to Peak Construction Group for Fire Station project totaling $137,169.35
• Resolution 2022-81: $223,015.03 payment to Rathje Construction for Waste Water Collection System Improvements
• Resolution 2022-82: $12,000 for Iowa Wall Saw to grind and coat Wakema Lodge floor
• Resolution 2022-84: $2,712.00 for Emerald Ash Borer treatments to 14 trees at City Parks

The Center Point City Council approved the FY2022 Budget Amendment #2, a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for permanent staff effective July 1, 2022, and several resolutions including closing out the 2020 GO Bond Money Market, early redemption of a Sewer Revenue Bond, and pay applications for the Fire Station and Wastewater projects. The council also approved the Culpepper and Meriweather Circus at Fross Park on July 31, 2022, and Emerald Ash Borer treatments for 14 park trees. All votes were 4-0 except the tree treatment, which passed 3-1.

• Approved FY2022 Budget Amendment #2 (Resolution 2022-72) (4-0)
• Approved 3% cost-of-living adjustment for permanent staff effective July 1, 2022 (Resolution 2022-73) (4-0)
• Approved closing out 2020 GO Bond Money Market and applying funds to Fire Station project (Resolution 2022-74) (4-0)
• Approved early redemption of Sewer Revenue Bond (Resolution 2022-75) (4-0)
• Approved pay application #13 to Peak Construction for Fire Station project, $45,641.80 (Resolution 2022-76) (4-0)
• Approved pay application #14 to Peak Construction for Fire Station project, $91,527.55 (Resolution 2022-77) (4-0)
• Approved Emerald Ash Borer treatments to 14 trees at City Parks, $2,712.00 (Resolution 2022-84) (3-1)
• Approved Culpepper and Meriweather Circus at Fross Park on July 31, 2022 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special session to discuss the Parks and Recreation Director position. Members will consider Resolution 2022-71 regarding the salary or pay range for the role.

• Resolution 2022-71: Setting salary or pay range for Parks and Recreation Director

The City Council approved Resolution 2022-71, increasing the salary range for the Parks and Recreation Director position following the resignation of Molly Stuelke. The decision was made after discussion about funding and job duties, with the administrator noting a salary survey for other positions and plans to redistribute duties. The vote was unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Resolution 2022-71 to increase Parks and Recreation Director salary range (5-0)

City Council

The Center Point City Council will meet to review several personnel annual reviews and a liquor license. The body will consider a change order for the Wastewater Treatment Plant and an update to the Second Meter Policy.

• Resolution 2022-66: $11,541.00 change order for Wastewater Treatment Plant plumbing
• Resolution 2022-70: Increase second meter cost from $314 to $341
• Review of Board of Adjustments variance approvals for 102 Green Street and Grain Lane
• Approval of Center Point Foods Class E Liquor License
• Discussion on pool fences and Zoning Code Section 165.18 3.G.

The Center Point City Council approved Resolution 2022-66 for Change Order #4 at the Wastewater Treatment Plant, covering plumbing modifications at a cost of $11,541.00. The council also approved annual reviews for three staff members and updated the Second Meter Policy, raising the meter fee from $314 to $341. A proposed rental inspection program and swimming pool ordinance were discussed but not adopted.

• Approved Resolution 2022-66: Wastewater Treatment Plant Change Order #4 for $11,541.00 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-67: Public Works Technician Aberle annual review (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-68: City Clerk/Finance Director Tritle annual review (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-69: Parks & Rec Technician Dougherty annual review (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-70: Second Meter Policy changes, meter cost increased from $314 to $341 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $101,521.19 (5-0)

City Council

The Center Point City Council will meet to consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure and city policies. Key items include pay applications for wastewater system improvements and street striping contracts.

• Appropriation of FY22 TIF Rebate for RA Labs
• Appropriation of FY22 TIF Rebate for O’Brien’s
• FY23 Street Striping contract
• Building Numbering Plan Policy
• Pay application #4 for Wastewater Collection System Improvement to Rathje Construction ($121,794.84)

The Center Point City Council approved a consent agenda including claims totaling $984,575.11, and passed several resolutions: TIF rebates for RA Labs ($10,000) and O'Brien's ($28,159.59), a street striping contract with Weikert Contracting ($16,917.31), a building numbering policy, pay applications for wastewater projects ($121,794.84 to Rathje Construction and $771,437.05 to Staab Construction), and engineering service agreements with Fehr Graham. The council also entered a closed session to discuss litigation strategy.

• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $984,575.11 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-58: FY22 TIF Rebate for RA Labs $10,000 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-59: FY22 TIF Rebate for O'Brien's $28,159.59 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-60: FY23 Street Striping contract with Weikert Contracting $16,917.31 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-61: Building Numbering Plan Policy (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-62: Pay application #4 to Rathje Construction $121,794.84 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-63: Pay application #9 to Staab Construction $771,437.05 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-64: Lewis Access Water Main Engineering Service Agreement with Fehr Graham $29,000 (5-0)

City Council

The Center Point City Council will meet to discuss seasonal staffing, city banners, and building numbering. The council is considering setting a public hearing for FY2022 Budget Amendment #2 and a hearing for the vacation of a public right of way.

• Resolution 2022-53: Street closures for Blue Creek Fire Inc. Car Show on July 16, 2022
• Resolution 2022-55: Public hearing for FY2022 Budget Amendment #2 on June 14, 2022
• Resolution 2022-56: Public hearing on vacation of public right of way
• Ordinance 504: First reading regarding Building Numbering
• RFP discussion for Wakema Park pedestrian bridge

The Center Point City Council approved a resolution for street closures for the Blue Creek Fire Car Show on July 16, 2022, with a rain date on July 23. They also approved seasonal staff, set a public hearing for a budget amendment, approved the purchase of city banners, and tabled a resolution on a public right-of-way vacation. The council directed the Parks Director to issue an RFP for a pedestrian bridge replacement.

• Approved Resolution 2022-53 for Blue Creek Fire Car Show street closures (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-54 for seasonal staff (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-55 setting public hearing for FY2022 Budget Amendment #2 on June 14, 2022 (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2022-56 on public right-of-way vacation public hearing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-57 for purchase of city banners (5-0)
• Tabled first reading of Ordinance 504 on building numbering (5-0)
• Directed Parks Director to issue RFP for pedestrian bridge from Wakema Park to 1025 Franklin Street (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Washington Street Storm Sewer Project. Members will also consider several pay applications for the fire station and wastewater treatment plant, as well as a street closure request for a July 2nd dance.

• Contract for Washington Street Storm Sewer Project to Arends Excavating for $177,171.00
• Pay Application #8 to Staab Construction Company for Wastewater treatment plant for $411,309.15
• Pay Application #11 and #12 to Peak Construction for Fire Station project totaling $51,141.55
• Request to close Jefferson Street from Main Street South to Harrison Drive on July 2, 2022
• Program fee agreement with ISU Extension and Outreach for $1,400.00

The Center Point City Council approved the Washington Street Storm Sewer Project contract with Arends Excavating for $177,171. They also approved multiple pay applications, including $411,309.15 for the wastewater treatment plant and $153,144.59 for the wastewater collection system. A street closure request for a community dance was tabled pending further details. The council also approved several resolutions for seasonal hiring, equipment purchases, and a pay increase for the city administrator.

• Approved Resolution 2022-39: Washington Storm Sewer Project contract to Arends Excavating for $177,171 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-41: Pay Application #11 to Peak Construction for Fire Station, $47,166.75 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-42: Pay Application #12 to Peak Construction for Fire Station, $3,974.80 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-43: 6-month review with contracted pay increase for City Administrator (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-44: Pay Application #8 to Staab Construction for WWTP, $411,309.15 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-45: Hiring and pay for seasonal employees (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-46: Purchase of new mower for Public Works (4-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2022-40: Street closure request for community dance (4-0)

City Council

The Center Point City Council will hold a work session to discuss a commercial solar project. The meeting is scheduled for March 29, 2022, at City Hall.

• Discussion of Commercial Solar Project

The Center Point City Council held a work session to discuss Linn County solar farm projects with invited speakers, including the Mayor of Palo and a representative from Iowa for Responsible Solar. No formal decisions or votes were taken on the topic; the only actions were approving the consent agenda and adjourning.

• Approved consent agenda (Mann/McLaughlin)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:10 pm (5-0)

City Council

The Center Point City Council will meet to conduct regular business, including a third and final reading of an ordinance regarding sewer rates. The council will also consider a resolution to approve seasonal employees.

• Third and final reading of Ordinance #503 related to Sewer Rates
• Resolution 2022-38 to approve seasonal employees
• Center Point Lions Club Class B Liquor License for Pork Days
• Casey’s General Store #2647 Class E Liquor License

The Center Point City Council approved the third and final reading of Ordinance #503, which updates sewer rates, and approved Resolution 2022-38 for seasonal employees. The consent agenda, including claims totaling $62,992.93, was also approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-38 for seasonal employees (5-0)
• Approved third and final reading of Ordinance #503 on sewer rates (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider the FY2023 Budget. The body will also review several infrastructure payments and equipment purchases for the Fire Department and Wastewater Treatment Plant.

• Public hearing for FY2023 Budget (Resolution 2022-28)
• Wastewater Treatment Plant pay estimate of $1,011,979.90 to Staab Construction
• Wastewater Collection System Reroute pay application of $354,146.39 to Rajthe Construction
• Fire Station change order of $20,530.31 for heating and plumbing engineering
• Purchase of a Fire Department washer/extractor from Century Laundry for $9,109.00

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding construction pay applications and a meal cost increase. The meeting also includes a public hearing for Ordinance #503 concerning sewer rates.

• Public Hearing and first reading of Ordinance #503 regarding Sewer Rates
• Resolution 2022-22: Home occupation permit for Oliver’s Cheesecakes, Cupcakes and more at 603 Sunrise Court
• Resolution 2022-23: $292,979.05 pay application to Staab Construction for Wastewater Treatment plant
• Resolution 2022-24: Increase in Meals on Wheels cost from $3.98 to $4.98 per meal
• Resolution 2022-25 and 2022-26: Pay applications totaling $161,783.56 to Peak Construction Group for Fire Station project

The Center Point City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance #503, which relates to sewer rates, after a public hearing with no comments. The council also approved a home occupation permit for Oliver's Cheesecakes, Cupcakes and More at 603 Sunrise Court, and approved several resolutions including pay applications for the wastewater treatment plant and fire station projects, a Meals on Wheels meal price increase, and taking sealed bids for farm ground rent at Fross Park.

• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $556,829.46
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #503 relating to sewer rates
• Approved Resolution 2022-22 for home occupation permit for Oliver's Cheesecakes, Cupcakes and More
• Approved Resolution 2022-23 for Pay Application #6 to Staab Construction for the Wastewater Treatment plant in the amount of $292,979.05
• Approved Resolution 2022-24 to increase Meals on Wheels cost from $3.98 to $4.98 per meal
• Approved Resolution 2022-25 for Pay Application #9 to Peak Construction Group for the Fire Station project in the amount of $82,179.75
• Approved Resolution 2022-26 for Pay Application #10 to Peak Construction Group for the Fire Station project in the amount of $79,603.81
• Approved Resolution 2022-27 to take sealed bids for Farm Ground rent in Fross Park, due by 1:00 PM on March 4th

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the FY2023 Budget Max Levy and set a future hearing date for the full FY2023 Budget. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding city contracts and infrastructure payments.

• Public Hearing for FY2023 Budget Max Levy (Resolution 2022-12)
• Payment of $364,626.67 to Rathje Construction for Wastewater Collection System reroute
• 3-year contract with Paradise Landscaping for Cemetery Mowing
• Fire Station Project Change Order #1 for a $2,000 credit
• Ordinance #501 regarding permits for keeping fowl within city limits

The Center Point City Council approved the FY2023 Budget Max Levy Resolution, set a public hearing for the FY2023 budget on March 8, 2022, and approved a $364,626.67 payment to Rathje Construction for the wastewater collection system reroute. The council also approved several other resolutions, including a 3-year cemetery mowing contract, a change order for the fire station project, and the final reading of an ordinance on keeping fowl within city limits.

• Approved Resolution 2022-12 for FY2023 Budget Max Levy (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-13 for Center Point Lions Pork Day request (3-0)
• Set public hearing for FY2023 Budget for March 8, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-16 for Employee Credit Card Application (3-0)
• Approved 3-year contract with Paradise Landscaping for cemetery mowing (3-0)
• Extended City Administrator Joe Taylor's residency requirement to August 15, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Fire Station Project, $2,000 credit (3-0)
• Approved Pay Application #1 to Rathje Construction for $364,626.67 (3-0)

City Council

The Center Point City Council will meet to discuss several resolutions, including a professional services contract and a property sale. The body will also consider a pay application for wastewater treatment and set a public hearing for sewer rates.

• Resolution 2022-09: $402,332.60 pay application to Staab Construction Corporation for Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Resolution 2022-08: Home occupation application for 803 Valley Street
• Resolution 2022-11: Setting a February 22 public hearing for Ordinance #503 regarding Sewer Rates
• Ordinance #501: Second reading regarding permitting for keeping fowl within city limits
• Liquor license approvals for Bully’s and Casey’s General Store #3896

The Center Point City Council approved several resolutions, including a $402,332.60 payment to Staab Construction for the wastewater treatment plant, a home occupation application for a commercial kitchen at 803 Valley Street, and the sale of a former council iPad for $50. They also set a public hearing for a sewer rate ordinance and approved the second reading of a fowl-keeping ordinance. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-07: Municode recodification contract (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-08: Home occupation for 803 Valley Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-09: $402,332.60 wastewater plant pay app #5 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-10: Sale of 2014 Council iPad for $50 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-11: Public hearing for sewer rates on Feb 22, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Second Reading of Ordinance #501: fowl-keeping permit process (5-0)

City Council

The Center Point City Council will hold a public hearing on the FY2022 Budget Amendment #1. The body will also discuss sewer rate increases and the FY2023 budget. Several resolutions regarding city banking and professional services are scheduled for consideration.

• Public hearing and vote on FY2022 Budget Amendment #1 (Resolution 2022-01)
• Payment of $49,426.60 to Peak Construction for the Fire Station project
• Agreement with Fehr Graham for a Traffic Impact Study at Grubbs & Franklin St. for $23,500.00
• Proposed removal of Paula Freeman-Brown and addition of Traer Morgan and Joe Taylor to city bank accounts
• Discussion on sewer rate increases

The Center Point City Council approved the FY2022 Budget Amendment #1, set a public hearing for the FY2023 budget, and approved a $49,426.60 payment to Peak Construction for the fire station project. A proposed traffic study for the Grubbs and Franklin Street intersection was not approved due to lack of a motion. The council also agreed to a 3% sewer base rate increase and 4% usage increase, and to move forward with Municode for code recodification.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-01: FY2022 Budget Amendment #1 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-2: Set public hearing for FY2023 budget on Feb 8, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-3: Remove former mayor from bank accounts, add new mayor and administrator (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-04: Parks & Recreation Director annual review (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution 2022-05: Pay Application #8 to Peak Construction for $49,426.60 (5-0)
• Resolution 2022-06 for traffic study died for lack of a motion
• Agreed to 3% sewer base rate increase and 4% usage increase