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Gilbert public meetings in 2023

60 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 21, 2023

Planning Commission Minutes

Planning Commission to review Upland Trail 3 and Middle School site plans

The Gilbert Planning Commission is meeting to consider a final plat for the Upland Trail 3 Addition. The body will also review a site plan for a secured entrance addition at the Middle School.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to adjourn. Kester seconded the motion. All
1 yea
Sonia Arellano Sundberg yea
Thu Dec 21, 2023

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to review Upland Trail 3 final plat and school site plan

The Gilbert Planning Commission will consider two development items: the final plat for Upland Trail 3 Addition and a site plan for a secured entrance addition at the middle school. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and prior minutes, an open forum for public comment, and other business.

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Mon Dec 4, 2023

Council Agendas

Gilbert City Council to discuss tax abatement and water plant bids

The City Council will meet to discuss a tax abatement application and bids for concrete and drainage at the water plant. The body will also review the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Annual Financial Report and discuss ending a contract with Voda Solutions.

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Mon Dec 4, 2023

Council Minutes

Gilbert Council to consider tax abatement for 502 Balsam Drive

The Gilbert City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 4, 2023, with several discussion and possible action items. Key items include a tax abatement application for 502 Balsam Drive, water plant drain and concrete bids, and discussion on ending a contract with Voda Solutions. The meeting also includes the oath of office for newly elected council members and a review of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Annual Financial Report.

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Sun Dec 3, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Minutes

Parks and Recreation Commission reviews walking path markers and solar lights

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss old business including walking path mile markers and solar lights. The board will also review updates on youth and adult sports activities. Other agenda items include an Iowa EDA Grant and project ideas.

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Sun Dec 3, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Agenda

Gilbert Parks and Recreation Board discusses walking path improvements and sports updates

The Commission will review previous meeting minutes and discuss potential costs for walking path mile markers and solar lights. The agenda also includes updates on youth and adult sports leagues and the Iowa EDA Grant.

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Mon Nov 20, 2023

Council Minutes

Council to vote on street lights, financial report, and economic development grants

The Gilbert City Council will consider several resolutions, including approving street light projects for Mathews Drive and Upland Trail, accepting the street financial report for fiscal year 2022-2023, and authorizing economic development grants to Gilbert LTD LLC. The meeting also includes an open forum for public comments and committee reports.

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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-11-01 Street Lights for Mathews Drive. (Mahoney/Anderson). (Roll Call:
5 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-11-02 Street Lights for Upland Trail Subdivision 3" Addition. (Rydl/Anderson). (Roll Call:
5 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-11-04 Accepting Street Finance Report for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. (Sitzmann/Mahoney). (Roll Call:
5 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-11-05 Authorizing economic development grants to Gilbert LTD, LLC. (Miller/Anderson). (Roll Call:
5 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Mon Nov 20, 2023

Council Agendas

Gilbert City Council to discuss street lights and economic development grants

The City Council will consider resolutions regarding street lighting and economic development. The body will also review a street financial report for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.

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Mon Nov 6, 2023

Council Agendas

Gilbert City Council to consider tax abatements and street light resolutions

The City Council will discuss and potentially act on tax abatement applications for six residential properties. The body will also consider resolutions for street lights and the employment of a Parks and Streets Supervisor.

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Mon Nov 6, 2023

Council Minutes

Gilbert City Council to discuss tax abatements and street light resolutions

The Gilbert City Council will meet to discuss several tax abatement applications and street light resolutions for Mathews Drive and Upland Trail. The Council will also consider the 2024 employee health insurance renewal and the employment of a Parks and Streets Supervisor.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-11-03 Approving employment of Parks and Streets Supervisor, setting compensation, and authorizing employment agreement. (Mahoney/Rydl). (Roll Call:
3 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Rydl yea
Thu Oct 26, 2023

Zoning Board Minutes

Zoning Board to hold public hearing for 104 South 2nd Street variance

The Gilbert Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a variance application for 104 South 2nd Street. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes and an open forum for citizens.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to adjourn. Kester seconded the motion. All
1 yea
Sonia Arellano Sundberg yea
Thu Oct 26, 2023

Zoning Board Agendas

Gilbert Zoning Board to hear variance request for 104 South 2nd Street

The Gilbert Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance application for the property at 104 South 2nd Street (Parcel No. 05-09-245-100), legally described as Prairie View Addition Lot 14. The meeting begins at 6:00 P.M. on October 26, 2023, in the Council Chambers of City Hall. Interested persons may appear for or against the variance.

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Thu Oct 26, 2023

Zoning Board Agendas

Zoning Board to hear variance request for 104 South 2nd Street

The Gilbert Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and discuss a variance application for 104 South 2nd Street. The board may take action on the variance request.

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Sun Oct 22, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Minutes

Parks board to review solar lights, splash pad, and grants

The Gilbert Parks and Recreation Commission will review and approve meeting minutes and the agenda, then discuss old business including walking path mile markers and a swing benches grant. New business includes solar lights for the walking path, Lion's Park, and a splash pad potentially funded through the Iowa Economic Development Authority. Updates on youth and adult sports will also be provided.

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Sun Oct 22, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Agenda

Parks board to discuss solar lights, splash pad, and sports updates

The Gilbert Parks and Recreation Commission will review meeting minutes and old business, including walking path mile markers and a swing benches grant. New business includes solar lights for the walking path, Lion's Park, and a splash pad with potential IEDA funding. Updates on youth and adult sports will also be provided.

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Mon Oct 16, 2023

Council Minutes

Council to consider tree program, Delta Dental/Vision renewals, Gilbert LTD development agreement

The Gilbert City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 16, 2023. Items for discussion and possible action include a resolution approving a tree program, renewal of Delta Dental and Delta Vision policies, and development agreement options with Gilbert LTD, LLC. The agenda also includes an open forum for public comment and general council discussion.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-10-02 Adopting an urban tree removal rebate program. (Rydl/Mahoney). (Roll Call:
5 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Mon Oct 16, 2023

Council Agendas

Council to consider tree program, Delta Dental/Vision renewals, development agreement

The Gilbert City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda and several discussion items. The council will discuss and possibly approve a tree program resolution, renew Delta Dental and Delta Vision policies, set the next meeting date, and discuss development agreement options with Gilbert LTD, LLC. Public comments are welcome during the open forum.

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Mon Oct 2, 2023

Council Minutes

Gilbert Council to consider bids for dump truck, concrete, tree removal

The Gilbert City Council will hold its regular meeting on October 2, 2023, with several action items including accepting bids for a 1991 Ford dump truck, concrete repairs, and tree removal on 2nd St. They will also discuss a city tree program, approve a resolution for hiring a Public Works Laborer, and consider increasing compensation for park janitorial services. The agenda includes routine items such as consent agenda approval, open forum, and committee reports.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-10-01 Approving employment of Public Works Laborer, setting compensation, and authorizing employment agreement. (Mahoney/Rydl). (Roll Call:
3 yea
Mahoney yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Mon Oct 2, 2023

Council Agendas

Council to consider bids for truck sale, concrete repair, tree removal

The Gilbert City Council is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several operational items, including accepting bids for the sale of a 1991 Ford dump truck, concrete repair, and tree removal on 2nd St. They will also consider a resolution to hire a Public Works Laborer and set compensation, and discuss increasing pay for park janitorial services. The agenda includes routine consent items and committee reports.

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Mon Sep 11, 2023

Council Agendas

Council to consider $1.4M bond for corporate purpose projects

The Gilbert City Council will discuss and possibly approve a $1.4 million general obligation bond, a development agreement with Gilbert LTD LLC, and several administrative items including hiring and equipment sales. The meeting also includes a public forum and committee reports.

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Mon Sep 11, 2023

Council Minutes

Council to consider $1.4M bond issue and development agreement with Gilbert LTD LLC

The Gilbert City Council will discuss and possibly approve a $1.4 million general obligation bond issue, a development agreement with Gilbert LTD LLC, and a street closure for the homecoming parade. The agenda also includes items on hiring an administrative assistant, posting for a Parks & Streets Supervisor, street patch bids, and selling a 1991 Ford dump truck.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $1.4M bond issuance for corporate purposes

The City Council authorized a loan agreement for $1.4 million in General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds. The council also approved a development agreement with Gilbert LTD LLC and a street patching contract with Bargen.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-09-01 Authorizing and approving a loan agreement, providing for the issuance of $1,400,000.00 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2023, and providing…
4 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-09-02 Approving the full-time employment of Administrative Assistant. (Rydl/Sitzmann). (Roll Call:
4 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Sun Sep 10, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Minutes

Gilbert Parks Board to discuss walk event, budget, and grants

The Gilbert Parks and Recreation Commission will review past meeting minutes and discuss old business including the Ice Cream Social, Lion's Park, and walking path mile markers. New business includes planning for the Healthiest State Annual Walk, generating project ideas for the 23/24 fiscal year budget of $12,743.66, and preparing for the Rural Enrichment Grant Program. Updates on youth and adult sports will also be provided.

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✓ Decided: Parks & Recreation Board approves August minutes and plans community walk

The board approved the August 10, 2023 minutes and the current meeting agenda. Members discussed making the Ice Cream Social an annual event and planned a community walk for October 4. No formal votes were taken on new projects or budget items.

Sun Sep 10, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Agenda

Parks board to plan annual walk, budget $12,743.66 for projects

The Gilbert Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes and agenda, discuss old business like the Ice Cream Social and Lion's Park, and plan new initiatives. Key items include organizing the Healthiest State Annual Walk on October 4th, which offers a $1,000 prize, and brainstorming project ideas within the 23/24 fiscal year budget of $12,743.66. The board will also consider a Rural Enrichment Grant for next year and receive updates on youth and adult sports.

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Mon Aug 21, 2023

Council Agendas

Gilbert Council to consider bonds, school project, and 2nd Street bids

The Gilbert City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 21, 2023, with several discussion and possible action items, including awarding general obligation bonds, a proposed school project, bids for 2nd Street work, ash pile removal, concrete repairs, a pickleball court, a commercial development plan, and Public Works upgrades and positions. The agenda also includes public comment, committee reports, and general council discussion.

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Mon Aug 21, 2023

Council Minutes

Gilbert Council to award bonds, discuss school project and pickleball court

The Gilbert City Council will consider awarding General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2023, and discuss a proposed school project. They will also take possible action on bids for 2nd Street, ash pile removal, concrete repair at the Public Works shop, and a pickleball court at Lion's Park. Commercial development plans by Gilbert LTD LLC and Public Works computer upgrades and positions are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council awards corporate bonds and approves 2nd Street extension planning

The City Council awarded General Obligation Corporate Bonds to D.A. Davidson and approved design services for the 2nd Street extension. The council also authorized a commercial development agreement and approved several Public Works expenditures.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-08-05 Awarding General Obligation Corporate Bonds, Series 2023 to D.A. Davidson. (Rydl/Anderson). (Roll Call:
5 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Mon Aug 7, 2023

Council Agendas

Council to consider 2023 Citizen of the Year and multiple construction contracts

The Gilbert City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 7, 2023, with a consent agenda for routine approvals. The main agenda includes discussions and possible actions on the 2023 Citizen of the Year selection, several construction-related items (Upstill Park Trail change order and pay request, Task Order 23-03, and the 2nd Street Extension design work), and resolutions regarding bond sale, ARPA fund use, and grants to local organizations. The council will also consider bids and quotes for sewer maintenance, a wheel loader plow, a dump trailer, concrete work, and a tennis court.

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Mon Aug 7, 2023

Council Minutes

Council to select 2023 Citizen of the Year and approve multiple resolutions

The Gilbert City Council is holding its regular meeting to discuss and act on several items, including selecting the 2023 Citizen of the Year, approving change orders and pay requests for the Upstill Park Trail Connection, and considering bids for the 2nd Street Extension Design Work. The council will also vote on resolutions related to bond sales, ARPA fund use, and grants to local organizations. Public comments are welcome during the open forum.

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✓ Decided: Gilbert City Council approves several infrastructure and equipment purchases

The council approved funding for park trail connections, a sewer maintenance contract, and new equipment. They also authorized grants for the local cemetery and historical society and set a date for the sale of corporate bonds.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-08-01 Setting August 21, 2023, at 11:00 am as the date and time for sale of General Obligation Corporate Bonds, Series 2023 and authorizing the use of a preliminary…
3 yea
Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-08-02 Establishing the use of the ARPA Special Fund. (Rydl/Sitzmann). (Roll Call:
3 yea
Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-08-03 Authorizing a grant of budgeted funds for public purposes to Gilbert Cemetery Association. (Miller/Rydl). (Roll Call:
3 yea
Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-08-04 Authorizing a grant of budgeted funds for public purposes to Gilbert Community Historical Society. (Roll Call:
3 yea
Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Mon Jul 10, 2023

Council Agendas

Gilbert City Council to consider Main Street Reconstruction Phase 2 bids and contract

The Gilbert City Council will hold a public hearing and consider bids, financing, and a contract award for Main Street Reconstruction Phase 2. The council will also discuss a liquor license application, a state setoff agreement, fund transfers, salary resolutions, and public improvement plans for Upland Trail Subdivision.

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Mon Jul 10, 2023

Council Minutes

Gilbert Council to consider Main Street Reconstruction Phase 2 contract

The Gilbert City Council will hold a public hearing and consider bids, financing, and a contract award for Main Street Reconstruction Phase 2. They will also discuss a liquor license for Thirsty Pigs, LLC, a state setoff program agreement, fund transfers, salary resolutions, and public improvement plans for Upland Trail Subdivision.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $1.37M contract for Main Street Reconstruction Phase 2

The City Council awarded the Main Street Reconstruction Phase 2 contract to Keller Excavating, Inc. and authorized a $1.4 million bond to fund the project. Other actions included approving city salaries for FY 2023-2024 and a liquor license for Thirsty Pigs, LLC.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-07-01 Authorizing a transfer of cash between funds. (Rydl/Anderson). (Roll Call:
4 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-07-02 Setting salaries for FY 2023-2024. (Anderson/ Mahoney). (Roll Call:
4 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Sun Jul 9, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Minutes

✓ Decided: Parks and Recreation Commission appoints new chairperson and secretary

The commission appointed Lacie Moore as chairperson and Kelli Jens as secretary. Members reviewed the status of 2022/23 projects and discussed a $5,000 budget for the 2023/24 fiscal year. The board also discussed youth sports participation and a potential community social on August 21st.

Sun Jul 9, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Agenda

Gilbert Parks Board to review park projects and grants

The Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to discuss park and recreation matters, including potential projects and funding opportunities. The agenda includes items related to park improvements and grant applications, though specific details are limited.

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Thu Jun 29, 2023

Planning Commission Minutes

Planning Commission to review Upland Trail 3 Addition plans

The Gilbert Planning Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and prior minutes, hear public comments, and consider the Upland Trail 3 Addition public improvement plans. The meeting is a regular session with one substantive item for discussion.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Upland Trail Subdivision 3rd Addition plans

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve Public Improvement Plans for the Upland Trail Subdivision 3rd Addition. The commission also recommended amending city code 6-6.0213 to extend the paving construction maintenance period. The agenda and March 2, 2023, minutes were approved.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the agenda for June 29, 2023, meeting and the minutes of the March 2, 2023, regular meeting. Motion seconded by Price. All
1 yea
Sonia Arellano Sundberg yea
Thu Jun 29, 2023

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to review Upland Trail 3 Addition improvement plans

The Gilbert Planning Commission will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and consider the Upland Trail 3 Addition public improvement plans. The meeting is a regular session with no other major items listed.

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Mon Jun 19, 2023

Council Minutes

Gilbert Council to weigh sports complex, Second Street extension, loan agreement

The Gilbert City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 19, 2023, with several discussion and possible action items. Key topics include an update on the Gilbert Sports Complex, a resolution to grant budgeted funds to Gilbert Events, Inc., a proposal for Second Street extension design, a no-parking ordinance, a public hearing on a general purpose loan agreement, and other items like tax abatements and employee salaries.

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✓ Decided: Gilbert City Council approves general obligation loan and employee raises

The Council approved a General Obligation Loan Agreement and granted city employees a 5% cost of living raise. They also authorized a $800 grant to Gilbert Events, Inc. and approved tax abatements for two properties on Cedar Drive.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-06-02 Authorizing a grant of budgeted funds for Public Purposes to Gilbert Events, Inc. in the amount of $800.00. (Rydl/ Miller). (Roll Call:
4 yea
Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-06-03 Taking additional action on proposal to enter into a General Obligation Loan Agreement. (Mahoney/ Rydl). (Roll Call:
4 yea
Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Mon Jun 19, 2023

Council Agendas

Gilbert Council to weigh sports complex, Second St. extension, loan agreement

The Gilbert City Council is holding its regular meeting with several discussion and possible action items, including a sports complex update, a resolution granting funds to Gilbert Events, Inc., a proposal for Second Street extension design, a no-parking ordinance, a public hearing on a general purpose loan, and other administrative matters. The agenda also includes routine items like open forum, committee reports, and general discussion.

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Mon Jun 19, 2023

Council Agendas

Gilbert Council to consider $1.4M loan for street, water, sewer upgrades

The Gilbert City Council will meet on June 19, 2023, to consider a proposal to borrow up to $1,400,000 through a general obligation loan agreement. The funds would pay for street, sidewalk, storm water drainage, water system, sanitary sewer, street lighting, signage, and signalization improvements. Residents may file oral or written objections at the meeting.

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Sun Jun 11, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Minutes

Parks board meeting minutes contain only procedural boilerplate, no decisions

This agenda for the Gilbert, IA Parks & Recreation Board meeting of June 11, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate text with no substantive items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be corrupted or incomplete, offering no actionable content for residents.

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✓ Decided: Parks and Recreation Board approves May minutes and June agenda

The board reviewed updates on several park revamp projects, including equipment orders for Banford and Lions Parks. Members discussed potential maintenance items for Public Works and speed limit changes on Gretten. No votes were recorded for the proposed new chairperson, doggie bag receptacles, or new benches.

Sun Jun 11, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Agenda

Parks & Recreation Board meeting agenda with routine items

This agenda is largely procedural boilerplate, with no substantive policy decisions, contracts, or public hearings listed. The document appears to be a template or placeholder with no concrete items for the Parks & Recreation Board to decide or discuss.

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Mon Jun 5, 2023

Council Minutes

Council to consider no-parking zone, loan hearing, and park upgrades

The Gilbert City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 5, 2023, with a full agenda of discussions and possible actions. Key items include a first reading of an ordinance to create a no-parking zone on Southeast 2nd Street, setting a public hearing for a general obligation loan agreement, and potential upgrades to Upstill Park pedestrian bridges. The council will also discuss Gilbert Days 2023 support, a tree program, employee salaries, and a tax abatement for 345 Cedar Drive.

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✓ Decided: Gilbert City Council schedules public hearing for General Obligation Loan Agreement

The council scheduled a public hearing for June 19, 2023, regarding a proposal to borrow money under a General Obligation Loan Agreement. Other actions included approving a tax abatement for 345 Cedar Drive and establishing a no-parking zone on Southeast 2nd Street.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-06-01 Setting June 19, 2023, at 6:30 pm as the date and time of a public hearing on a proposal to enter into General Obligation Loan Agreement and to borrow money…
3 yea
Mahoney yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Mon Jun 5, 2023

Council Agendas

Council to consider no-parking zone, loan hearing, tax abatement

The Gilbert City Council is meeting to discuss and possibly approve several items, including a first reading of an ordinance establishing a no-parking zone on Southeast 2nd Street, a resolution setting a public hearing for a General Obligation Loan Agreement, and a tax abatement for 345 Cedar Drive. The agenda also includes updates on an Eagle Scout project at the Historical Museum and potential school facility plans from the Gilbert School District, plus discussions on Gilbert Days 2023 support, park bridge upgrades, a city tree program, employee salaries, and an insurance renewal.

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Mon May 1, 2023

Council Minutes

Gilbert council to weigh budget amendment hearing, bridge upgrades

The Gilbert City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda, public forum, and several discussion items. Key topics include setting a hearing for a budget amendment, upgrading pedestrian bridges at Upstill Park, and a tree program for the city. The meeting also covers appointments to boards and commissions.

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✓ Decided: Gilbert City Council schedules public hearing for budget amendment

The Council set a public hearing for May 15, 2023, regarding a budget amendment for FY 2022-2023. Other actions included approving the Gilbert Days event schedule and making several board appointments.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-05-01 Setting May 15, 2023, at 6:30 pm as the date and time of a public hearing on a Budget Amendment for FY 2022-2023 and directing publication of notice…
5 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Mon May 1, 2023

Council Agendas

Council to consider Gilbert Days location, bridge upgrades, and budget hearing

The Gilbert City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 1, 2023, to discuss and possibly act on several items, including the location for Gilbert Days 2023, hiring a concession stand janitor, a resolution to set a budget amendment hearing, upgrading Upstill Park pedestrian bridges, a city tree program, and appointments to boards and commissions. The agenda also includes routine consent items and public comment.

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Sun Apr 16, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Minutes

✓ Decided: Parks and Recreation Board approves March minutes and April agenda

The Board reviewed updates on several 2022/23 projects, including playground equipment orders for Lion’s and Banford parks. Members discussed potential new board members and items sent by the Mayor regarding park improvements. No votes were taken on project expenditures or new construction.

Sun Apr 16, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Agenda

Parks board agenda is procedural boilerplate with no actionable items listed

This Parks & Recreation Board agenda for April 16, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion. The text is largely unreadable formatting artifacts, with no specific projects, contracts, or public hearings identified.

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Mon Apr 3, 2023

Council Agendas

Gilbert Council holds public hearing on FY2024 budget with $2.37M revenue plan

The Gilbert City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. Residents and taxpayers may present objections or arguments in favor of any part of the budget. The budget estimates total revenues of $2,369,314 and total expenditures of $2,450,499, with a projected ending fund balance of $5,718,179.

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Mon Apr 3, 2023

Council Minutes

Gilbert Council to hold public hearing on FY 2023-2024 budget

The Gilbert City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget, following a public hearing. The agenda also includes a change order for the Upstill Park Trail Connection, amendments to intergovernmental agreements, and routine items like consent agenda approval and committee reports.

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✓ Decided: Gilbert City Council adopts Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget

The City Council approved the budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 following a public hearing. The council also approved a change order for a park trail connection and updated two 28E agreements.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-03-04 Adopting Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. (Rydl/Mahoney). (Roll Call:
3 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Rydl yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-03-05 Amending 28E Agreement for Squaw Creek Watershed Management Authority. (Mahoney/Rydl). (Roll Call:
3 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Rydl yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-03-06 Extending current AUFP 28E Agreement to June 30, 2023. (Rydl/Mahoney). (Roll Call:
3 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Rydl yea
Mon Apr 3, 2023

Council Agendas

Gilbert Council to adopt FY 2023-24 budget, amend watershed agreements

The Gilbert City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget, along with resolutions amending the Squaw Creek Watershed Management Authority 28E agreement and extending the current AUFP 28E agreement. The council will also discuss a change order for the Upstill Park Trail Connection and other routine items.

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Mon Mar 20, 2023

Council Minutes

Council to set max property tax dollars for FY 2023-2024

The Gilbert City Council will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions to approve the maximum property tax dollars for fiscal year 2023-2024, and to set the date and time for the budget hearing. They will also discuss updates to the Ames Urban Fringe Plan and other routine business.

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✓ Decided: Gilbert City Council approves FY 2023-2024 maximum property tax dollars

The Council approved the maximum property tax dollars for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. A public hearing for the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget was scheduled for April 3, 2023. No action was taken regarding the Ames Urban Fringe Plan updates.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-03-02 Approval of FY 2023-2024 Maximum Property Tax Dollars. (Mahoney/Rydl). (Roll Call:
4 yea
Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-03-03 Setting April 3, 2023, at 6:30pm as the date and time of a Public Hearing on the proposed budget for FY 2023-2024. (Miller/Sitzmann). (Roll Call:
4 yea
Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Mon Mar 20, 2023

Council Agendas

Gilbert Council to set max property tax dollars for FY 2023-2024

The Gilbert City Council will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions to approve the maximum property tax dollars for fiscal year 2023-2024 and set the date for the budget hearing. The council will also discuss updates to the Ames Urban Fringe Plan and receive committee reports. The agenda includes standard items like open forum, consent agenda, and general discussion.

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Mon Mar 6, 2023

Council Agendas

Council to vote on 25-year gas and electric franchise agreements

The Gilbert City Council is holding its regular meeting with several discussion and possible action items. Key items include second readings of ordinances granting 25-year natural gas and electric franchises to Interstate Power and Light, a discussion on water softening, a plat change for Upland Trail Subdivision, a public works bid for a wheel loader, and setting a budget hearing date.

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Mon Mar 6, 2023

Council Minutes

Council to vote on 25-year gas and electric franchises for Interstate Power and Light

The Gilbert City Council is holding its regular meeting with several discussion and possible action items. The most consequential items are second readings of ordinances granting 25-year natural gas and electric franchises to Interstate Power and Light Company, which would require franchise fees. The council will also discuss the Gilbert Days 2023 location, a water softening process, a plat of survey change, a public works bid for a wheel loader, and set a hearing date for the FY 2023-2024 budget levy.

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✓ Decided: Council approves utility franchises and budget hearing date

The Council approved 25-year natural gas and electric franchises for Interstate Power and Light Company. They also authorized the purchase of a Bobcat wheel loader and scheduled a budget maximum levy hearing for March 20, 2023.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the second reading of ordinance 345 Repealing ordinance 246, codified at Title VII, Chapter 3, Article 1, and granting to Interstate Power and Light Company, its successors and…
5 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to waive third and final reading of Ordinance 345. (Rydl/Miller). (Roll Call:
5 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to approve the second reading of ordinance 346 Repealing ordinance 247, codified at Title VII, Chapter 3, Article 2, and granting to Interstate Power and Light Company, its successors and…
5 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to waive third and final reading of Ordinance 346. (Rydl/Anderson). (Roll Call:
5 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-03-01 setting March 20, 2023, at 6:30 pm as the date and time of a hearing on the budget maximum levy for fiscal year 2023-2024. (Rydl/Anderson). (Roll Call:
5 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Sun Mar 5, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Minutes

Parks board meeting minutes; agenda text unreadable due to encoding corruption

This document is the minutes of the Gilbert, IA Parks & Recreation Board meeting from March 5, 2023. However, the agenda text is heavily corrupted by encoding errors, making it impossible to identify any specific decisions, discussions, or agenda items. The content is effectively unreadable and provides no actionable information for residents.

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✓ Decided: Parks and Recreation Commission approves January minutes and agenda

The commission approved the January 22, 2023, minutes and the March 5, 2023, agenda. Members reviewed project budget requests totaling $13,010 and discussed maintenance needs and upcoming sports seasons. No formal votes were recorded for the project expenditures or new initiatives.

Thu Mar 2, 2023

Planning Commission Minutes

Planning Commission to review plat change on Upland Trail lots

The Gilbert Planning Commission is meeting to approve its agenda and prior minutes, hear citizen comments, and consider a plat of survey change for Lots 29, 30, and 31 in the Upland Trail Subdivision 2nd Addition. The meeting includes a work session and is largely routine, with one substantive land-record item.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends plat changes for Upland Trail 2nd Addition

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve Plat of Survey changes for Lots 29, 30, and 31 in the Upland Trail 2nd Addition. These changes involve moving side lot lines south by one foot and renaming the lots to Parcels A, B, and C to accommodate a planned three-unit building.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to recommend to the Gilbert City Council approval of Plat of Survey changes in Upland Trail 2nd Addition for Lots 29, 30 and 31; moving side lot lines south one foot to accommodate a planned…
1 yea
Sonia Arellano Sundberg yea
Thu Mar 2, 2023

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to review plat change in Upland Trail Subdivision

The Gilbert Planning Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and prior minutes, hear public comments, and consider a plat of survey change for Lots 29, 30, and 31 in the Upland Trail Subdivision 2nd Addition. The meeting is a regular session and work session.

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Mon Feb 6, 2023

Council Minutes

Gilbert Council to set FY 2023-24 property tax levy and budget hearing

The Gilbert City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the maximum property tax dollars for fiscal year 2023-2024, and set a date for the budget levy hearing. They will also discuss the Parks and Recreation budget request, a Public Works shop remodel, a liquor license renewal, a tax abatement application, and a response to a letter from Ames. The agenda includes first readings of two ordinances granting 25-year gas and electric franchises to Interstate Power and Light, and a resolution approving a law enforcement contract with the Story County Sheriff's Department.

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✓ Decided: Council approves law enforcement contract and utility franchises

The City Council approved a law enforcement services contract with the Story County Sheriff department and the first readings of two 25-year utility franchises for Interstate Power and Light Company. The council also approved funding for parks and water plant projects. A resolution regarding maximum property tax dollars died after no action was taken following a public hearing.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-02-01 approving law enforcement services contract with Story County Sheriff department for fiscal year 2023-2024. (Sitzmann/Anderson). (Roll Call:
4 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2023-02-03 setting March 6, 2023, at 6:30 pm as the date and time of a hearing on the budget maximum levy for fiscal year 2023-2024. (Mahoney/Anderson). (Roll Call:
4 yea
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Rydl yea · Sitzmann yea
Mon Feb 6, 2023

Council Agendas

Gilbert Council to hold public hearing on proposed property tax levy increase

The Gilbert City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year 2023-2024. The proposed total levy is $663,344, a 24.22% increase from the current year, with a proposed tax rate of 11.11649 per $1,000 of valuation. Residents may voice objections or support at the hearing.

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Sun Jan 22, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Minutes

Parks board finalizes $11,900 in projects for 22-23 fiscal year

The Gilbert Parks and Recreation Commission will review meeting minutes, finalize projects and the budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year, and discuss multi-year projects like walking path lights and a dog park. They will also address maintenance items and updates on youth and adult sports. The board needs to report to the City Council on February 6.

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✓ Decided: Parks & Recreation Board reviews 2022-23 project list and budget

The board reviewed several park improvement projects, including equipment for Banford Park and lighting for sand volleyball. The pollinator habitat project will no longer be pursued. Multi-year projects for a dog park and walking path lights were tabled.

Sun Jan 22, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board Agenda

Parks board to finalize $11,900 in projects, discuss dog park and trail lights

The Gilbert Parks and Recreation Commission will review minutes, finalize its 2022-23 fiscal year project list and budget totaling $11,900, and discuss multi-year projects including walking path lights and a dog park. The board must report its finalized projects and budget to the City Council on February 6. It will also discuss maintenance coordination with the city and updates on youth and adult sports.

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Mon Jan 9, 2023

Council Agendas

Council to consider 25-year utility franchise for Interstate Power & Light

The Gilbert City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a 25-year non-exclusive electric and natural gas franchise for Interstate Power & Light, along with a revenue purpose statement for franchise fees. The council will also discuss and possibly approve several Fox Strand engineering agreements and task orders, including Main Street Reconstruction Phase 2, and set a hearing date for the FY 2023-2024 budget maximum levy.

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Mon Jan 9, 2023

Council Minutes

Council to consider 25-year electric/gas franchise for Interstate Power & Light

The Gilbert City Council is holding a public hearing and considering adoption of a 25-year non-exclusive electric and natural gas franchise for Interstate Power & Light Company, along with a related revenue purpose statement for franchise fees. The council will also discuss and possibly approve agreements and task orders with Fox Strand for engineering services, including Main Street Reconstruction Phase 2, and set a hearing date for the FY 2023-2024 budget maximum levy.

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✓ Decided: Gilbert City Council approves fire funding and engineering contracts

The Council approved funding for the Gilbert/Franklin Fire Agency and several engineering agreements with Fox Strand. They also authorized a reimbursement for park sign replacement and set a date for a budget levy hearing.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve 100% reimbursement to Eagle Scout Patrick Bailey in the amount of $2,630.88 from the Parks & Recreation project fund for sign replacement in Upstill Park. (Miller/Sitzmann). (Roll…
4 yea · 1 nay
Anderson yea · Mahoney yea · Miller yea · Sitzmann yea · Rydl nay
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.