Center Point public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Center Point City Council will consider resolutions to accept the completed Wastewater Treatment Plant project and approve a final $10,000 payment to Staab Construction. They will also vote on electrical work for the Fire Station build-out, up to $8,200. A possible closed session is scheduled to discuss real estate sale. Additionally, the council will hear a presentation on the Linn County/ECICOG Fringe Area Plan and discuss snow removal at 815 2nd Street.

• Consider Resolution 2024-94 accepting the Wastewater Treatment Plant project
• Consider Resolution 2024-95 approving final pay application of $10,000 to Staab Construction for the wastewater plant
• Consider Resolution 2024-96 approving electrical work for Fire Station build-out, not to exceed $8,200
• Possible closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(j) to discuss real estate sale
• Presentation of Linn County/ECICOG Fringe Area Plan and discussion of snow removal at 815 2nd Street

The Center Point City Council approved three resolutions: accepting the Wastewater Treatment Plant, approving the final $10,000 payment to Staab Construction for the plant, and authorizing up to $8,200 for electrical work at the Fire Station. They also discussed a snow removal issue at 815 2nd Street, deciding to make one extra pass to ensure mail delivery. The meeting included a closed session to discuss real estate sale, and the council recognized Fire Chief Felton's 16 years of service.

• Approved Resolution 2024-94 accepting the Wastewater Treatment Plant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-95 final pay application of $10,000 to Staab Construction for WWTP (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-96 electrical work for Fire Station Build up to $8,200 (5-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss real estate sale (5-0)
• Decided Public Works will make one extra pass to plow off-street parking at 815 2nd St for mail delivery

City Council

The Center Point City Council will meet to discuss infrastructure detours and staffing. The body will consider resolutions regarding street closures for a holiday event and the hiring of public works personnel.

• Resolution 2024-90: Street closure for Main Street Holiday Event on December 8, 2024
• Resolution 2024-91: Hiring and pay for Public Works Technician
• Resolution 2024-92: Detour Agreement with Linn County for Grubbs Street during North Center Point Road bridge replacement
• Resolution 2024-93: Hiring and pay rates for on-call plow drivers
• Discussion on 2026 New Years Day trash pickup schedule

City Council

The Center Point City Council will meet in regular session to consider a consent agenda including several storm water and wastewater pay applications totaling over $200,000. A public hearing is scheduled for the proposed sale of a 0.93-acre city-owned parcel on Vine Street. The council will also vote on resolutions related to storm water improvement contracts, employee health benefits, and a USDOT grant for sidewalks.

• Public hearing and resolution for sale of city property (Linn County Parcel No. 05092-02-018-00000) on Vine Street
• Resolution 2024-81: Storm Water Quality Pay App #5 Final, Tschiggfrie, $34,915.80
• Resolution 2024-83: WWTP Pay App #22, Staab Construction, $86,499.60
• Resolution 2024-80: Storm Water Quality Change Order #2 decrease of $22,296.90 with Tschiggfrie Excavating
• Resolution 2024-86: Reapproval of USDOT Grant Agreement for Safe Streets and Sidewalks

City Council

The Center Point City Council will hold a regular session on October 22, 2024, at 6:00 pm. The agenda includes a TIF presentation by Speer Financial, consideration of a resolution for FY2026 TIF Indebtedness Certification, a resolution to set a public hearing on the sale of city property, and review of a variance request at 93 Franklin Street. A dog park proposal from Kirkwood Community College students will also be presented.

• Maggie Burger, Speer Financial, presents FY2025 TIF information
• Resolution 2024-75 – approve FY2026 TIF Indebtedness Certification
• Resolution 2024-76 – set public hearing on sale of city property (Linn County parcel 05092-02-018-00000)
• Review of Board of Adjustments special exception variance request at 93 Franklin Street
• Kirkwood Community College students present Dog Park proposal

City Council

The City Council will hold a regular session with a consent agenda including approval of minutes, claims, treasurer report, permits, and a special wine license. New business includes resolutions for the FY2024 Annual Urban Renewal Report, the FY2024 Annual Finance Report to the State Auditor, and reappointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission. A possible closed session is scheduled to discuss the sale of particular real estate. The meeting also includes a law enforcement report and citizen comment periods.

• Resolution 2024-72: approve FY2024 Annual Urban Renewal Report
• Resolution 2024-73: approve submittal of FY2024 Annual Finance Report to the State Auditor
• Resolution 2024-74: reappoint Valerie Sleege to the Planning and Zoning Commission
• Possible closed session pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)(j) to discuss sale of particular real estate
• Approve Apple Creek Coffee Co. Special Class B Native Wine License

City Council

The Center Point City Council will hold a public hearing on FY2025 Budget Amendment #1 and consider a resolution to approve it. The council will also consider transferring funds from LOST to Water for a Well Pump Replacement project and reappointing a library board member. Several consent items include approval of alcohol licenses for Haddy’s and MJS Dawghouse.

• Public Hearing for FY2025 Budget Amendment #1 (Resolution 2024-69)
• Consider Resolution 2024-70 for fund transfer from LOST to Water for Well Pump Replacement
• Consider Resolution 2024-71 to reappoint Robert Hepker to Library Board
• Approve Haddy’s Class C Retail Alcohol License
• Approve MJS Dawghouse DBA MJ Squared Class C Retail Alcohol License

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on adopting the proposed Code of Ordinances (Resolution 2024-66). They will also consider resolutions to approve a FY2025 salt contract with Skyline at $105 per ton plus $19.91 delivery, and to authorize the sale of city equipment. A possible closed session is planned to discuss real estate sale. Citizen comment includes a presentation on the upcoming school bond.

• Public hearing and resolution to adopt the City of Center Point Code of Ordinances 2024 (Resolution 2024-66)
• Resolution 2024-67: Approve FY2025 salt contract with Skyline at $105/ton plus $19.91 fixed delivery rate per ton
• Resolution 2024-68: Approve sale of city equipment
• Possible closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(j) to discuss sale of particular real estate
• Presentation by Philip Andersen on Center Point–Urbana upcoming school bond

The Center Point City Council approved three resolutions: adopting the 2024 Code of Ordinances, approving a FY2025 salt contract with Skyline at $105 per ton plus $19.91 delivery, and approving the sale of city equipment. All votes were 3-0 with two members absent. The council also entered closed session to discuss real estate sale, then reconvened and adjourned.

• Adopted 2024 Code of Ordinances (Resolution 2024-66) (3-0)
• Approved FY2025 salt contract with Skyline at $105/ton plus $19.91 delivery (Resolution 2024-67) (3-0)
• Approved sale of city equipment (Resolution 2024-68) (3-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss real estate sale (3-0)
• Reconvened to open session after closed discussion (3-0)

City Council

The Center Point City Council will meet to discuss a street finance report and a budget amendment hearing date. The body will also consider a payment for storm water quality improvements.

• Payment of $40,097.37 to Resource Environmental Solutions for Storm Water Quality Improvements (Resolution 2024-65)
• Setting a public hearing for FY2025 Budget Amendment #1 on September 24, 2024 (Resolution 2024-64)
• Approval of the FY2024 Street Finance Report (Resolution 2024-63)
• Request from Roger Opfer for an additional street light on Rosedale Dr. between Main St. South and Lincoln Dr.

City Council

The City Council will discuss and consider a forgivable loan agreement and public purpose statement for the Center Point Legion Dye Benion Post 297. The body will also consider setting a public hearing for the adoption of the 2024 Code of Ordinances.

• Pay application reimbursement for CP Assisted LC in the amount of $1,224,904.00
• Resolution 2024-59 and 2024-60 regarding a forgivable loan for Center Point Legion Dye Benion Post 297
• Resolution 2024-61 to set a September 10 public hearing for the 2024 Code of Ordinances
• Resolution 2024-62 to amend the CP Assisted Development Agreement parcel numbers
• Request from Dye Benion Legion for a street closure extension on 8/17/2024

City Council

The Center Point City Council will meet to discuss the sale of mosquito spraying equipment. The session includes a review of the FY2024 Outstanding Obligation Report and a liquor license for new ownership at The Pizza Place.

• Resolution 2024-58 regarding sale of Mosquito Spraying Equipment
• Liquor License for new ownership of The Pizza Place
• FY2024 Outstanding Obligation Report review
• Mailbox damage report from Jerry Walters

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions regarding a $183,062.07 fire station fund transfer and mosquito spraying. The agenda also includes a presentation on the harms of pesticide spraying and wastewater project updates.

• Transfer of $183,062.07 to Fire Station Capital Project Fund
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Change Order #7 ($1,217.00 credit)
• $24,366.25 payment for Storm Water Quality Project Improvements
• Presentation on the harms of spraying pesticides
• Resolution regarding mosquito spraying

City Council

The Center Point City Council will consider several resolutions regarding FY2024 year-end transfers and FY2025 staff wages. The agenda also includes reviewing bids for street projects and tree removal services. Additionally, the council will review a request for a street closure for the Dawg Days of Summer event.

• Pre-approval of $994,098.60 CDBG-DR grant reimbursement to CP Assisted
• Resolution to approve $5,964.00 quote for Splash Pad repairs
• Bid awards for Chip and Seals Street Project and tree removal services
• Street closure request for the Dawg Days of Summer event

City Council

The Center Point City Council will consider construction payments for the wastewater treatment plant and Fire Station project. They will also hold a third and final reading on an ordinance regarding residential waste fees. Additionally, the agenda includes approving a $1,041,171.00 grant reimbursement.

• $1,041,171.00 CDBG-DR grant reimbursement
• $99,816.60 pay application for wastewater treatment plant construction
• $100,496.00 retainage payment for Fire Station project
• Third and final reading of Ordinance #514 regarding residential waste fees
• Approval of FY25 tobacco permits

City Council

The City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance regarding residential waste disposal and fees. The meeting also includes reviewing property variances and the hiring of Gregory Hall as Assistant Parks and Recreation Director.

• Second reading of Ordinance #514 regarding residential waste disposal and fees
• Resolution 2024-43 to hire Gregory Hall as Assistant Parks and Recreation Director
• Review of BOA variances for 201 Water Street and 618 Main Street South
• Approval of Class B Retail Alcohol Licenses for Dolgencorp, LLC and The Pizza Place

City Council

The Center Point City Council will hold public hearings regarding a budget amendment and an ordinance for residential waste fees. The council also plans to consider a $195,433.20 payment for the Wastewater Treatment Project and several new service agreements.

• $195,433.20 pay application to Staab Construction for Wastewater Treatment Project
• Public hearing for Ordinance #513 regarding residential waste and fees
• FY2024 Budget Amendment #2 public hearing and consideration
• Grant agreement with USDOT/FHWA for a Safety Action Plan
• Appointment of Lynch Dallas for City Attorney services

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the FY2025 budget. The council will also consider a contract for Lewis Access restriping and discuss rates for residential waste fees. Additionally, the meeting includes a final reading of traffic regulation ordinances.

• Public hearing for the FY2025 Budget
• $24,518.70 contract for Lewis Access restriping from Weickert Striping
• Third and final reading of Ordinance #513 regarding general traffic regulations
• Review of a setback variance for a garage addition at 403 Main Street
• Fireworks Display Permit for Pork Days

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan and accepting bids for a street resurfacing project. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a right of way sale near 108 Main Street.

• Adoption of the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan
• Bids and contract for the Street Resurfacing Project
• Public hearing for right of way sale adjacent to 108 Main Street
• Revised agreement with local schools for Fross Park field use
• Second reading of Ordinance #513 regarding general traffic regulations

City Council

The Center Point City Council will discuss a first reading of new traffic regulations and consider routine subdivision plats. Members are scheduled for third and final readings on water rates and floodplain management rules, which would finalize changes to utility pricing and property development standards for residents. The body will also review a $1,085,781 reimbursement request for the Center Point apartments.

• Approve final plats for Kress First Addition and Mackey First Addition subdivisions
• Hold public hearing on first reading of Ordinance #513 covering General Traffic Regulations
• Consider third and final readings of Ordinance #511 (Water Rates) and Ordinance #512 (Floodplain Management)
• Approve pay application reimbursement #1 to CP Assisted, LC for the Center Point apartments totaling $1,085,781.00
• Set public hearing to vacate right-of-way at 108 Main Street and schedule FY2025 budget hearing for April 23, 2025

City Council

The Center Point City Council will consider several new policies, including fiscal reserves and employee compensation. The meeting also includes second readings for ordinances regarding water rates and floodplain management.

• Approving contractor for Fire Station shop buildout
• Second reading of Ordinance #511 (Water Rates)
• Public hearing for Ordinance #512
• Right of Way vacate at 108 Main Street
• New policies for sewer charges and employee compensation

City Council

The Center Point City Council will meet in a special session regarding the Fire Station Workshop area buildout. The council is considering rejecting current bids and requesting rebids with a more detailed scope and price structure by March 11, 2024.

• Rejecting and requesting rebids for Fire Station Workshop area buildout

City Council

The Center Point City Council is reviewing ordinances for water rates and floodplain management. The council will also discuss the FY2025 budget and a contractor for the Fire Station Shop buildout.

• First reading of Ordinance #511 regarding Water Rates
• First reading of Ordinance #512 regarding Floodplain Management
• Approval of bid and contractor for Fire Station Shop buildout
• Appointment of Kyle Emery to the Board of Adjustments
• Hiring and pay setting for Deputy City Clerk/Utility Clerk position

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions regarding water rates, floodplain management, and seasonal employee wages. The meeting also includes citizen input on the FY2025 budget and requests for sewer bill reductions.

• Ordinance #511: Changes to Chapter 92 Water Rates
• Ordinance #512: Changes to Chapter 160 Floodplain Management
• Resolution 2024-08: Approval of seasonal employees and wages
• Resolution 2024-06: Reappointment of Mark George to the Board of Adjustments
• Citizen input on the FY2025 Budget

City Council

The City Council will meet for a rescheduled regular session to address several property requests and financial resolutions. The agenda includes reviewing sewer waiver requests, building extension requests, and approving fund transfers between wastewater and public works accounts.

• Resolution 2024-02: Plat of Survey 2786 Walvante First Addition
• Sewer waiver request for 415 Main Street
• Review of Board of Adjustment variance denial for 108 Main St
• Resolution 2024-04: Transfers from wastewater collection reroute improvements to Public Works and Street Resurfacing
• Resolution 2024-05: Opening a new CD with WWCSRI and sewer fund balances

City Council

The City Council will review several petitions and communications regarding property requests. Items include a sewer waiver request for 415 Main Street and discussions on recycling rates with Rudd Sanitation.

• Sewer waiver request for 415 Main Street
• Discussion on Rudd Sanitation recycling rates
• Review of Board of Adjustment variance denial for 108 Main St
• Progress report on Linn County Downtown building
• Extension requests regarding County building inspections at 901 Main Street and other properties

City Council

The City Council will review the FY2025 budget and consider setting a special session for a public hearing on proposed tax levies.

• Consider Resolution 2024-01 for a Special Session and Public Hearing on Proposed Tax Levy
• Citizen Sewer waiver requests from Jaime Whithead, Pam Fishell, and Felicia Rupe