Palo public meetings in 2024
13 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Meeting
The City Council will consider setting a public hearing for the FY25 Budget Amendment #1 and a first reading of Ordinance 77-2024 regarding water meter regulations. The body will also discuss design fees for a water facility and a connector trail, as well as several board appointments.
- FY25 Budget Amendment #1 public hearing
- Ordinance 77-2024 amending Chapter 91 Water Meters Regulations
- Gworks payment of $16,444.66
- LL Pelling 2025 Sealcoat options: $4.25 sy or $2.90 sy / $350 ton
- Appointments of Ryan Scheckel, Chelsea Larson, and Elizabeth Burgin to Park & Rec
Meeting
The Palo City Council will hold a public hearing on FY25 Budget Amendment #1 and consider its approval. They will also discuss an update on the Duane Arnold Solar I & II project, receive the Annual Urban Renewal Report, and consider final adoption of Ordinance 76-2024 amending culvert and tree regulations. Additional items include appointments to the Park & Rec board and approval of design fees for water facility and connector trail.
- Public hearing and possible motion on FY25 Budget Amendment #1 (Resolution 111824A)
- Discussion and possible final adoption of Ordinance 76-2024 amending Chapter 152 (culvert and trees on drainage easements)
- Duane Arnold Solar I & II Update with possible motion
- Appointment of Ben Rusnak and Morgan Scheer to the Park & Rec board
- ITS Firewall Renewal Quote: $5,380 for 3 years
Meeting
The Palo City Council will hold a workshop meeting at 6:00 PM on November 12, 2024, in City Council Chambers. The main agenda item is a discussion and possible motion on Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) projects. The meeting includes an open forum for public comments and a public hearing per city ordinances.
- Discussion and possible motion on CIP projects
Meeting
The City Council will discuss a budget amendment for FY25 and the adoption of ordinances regarding fireworks and drainage easements. The body is also reviewing an engineering services agreement and an investment policy.
- Public hearing for FY25 Budget Amendment #1
- Ordinance 75-2024 regarding Chapter 41.14 Fireworks
- Ordinance 76-2024 regarding Chapter 152 Culvert & Trees in Drainage Easements
- Bolton & Menk Engineering Services Agreement
- Duane Arnold Solar I & II update
Meeting
The Palo City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution for the FY25 Budget Amendment #1 (Resolution 091624A). They will also vote on ordinances amending culvert/trees on drainage easements (Ordinance 76-2024) and fireworks regulations (Ordinance 75-2024). Additional business includes updates on the Duane Arnold Solar project, a TIF report, annual appropriations for Prairie Vista Phase I and Cedar River Plaza, plats for Imperial First Addition, TIF certification, a connector trail update, and several equipment purchases and community requests.
- Public hearing and possible resolution on FY25 Budget Amendment #1 (Resolution 091624A)
- Ordinance 76-2024 amending Chapter 152 culvert & trees on drainage easements (first reading and final passage)
- Ordinance 75-2024 amending Chapter 41.14 fireworks (second and third readings)
- Community center cameras contract options: $3,553.44 (1 yr), $9,486.72 (3 yr), $15,534.72 (5 yr)
- UTV equipment from John Deere: $28,902.07
Meeting
The Palo City Council will discuss and potentially approve two ordinances amending city codes on culvert and tree regulations on drainage easements (Ordinance 76-2024) and fireworks (Ordinance 75-2024). Other actions include final plat approval for Owen's Crossing, appointments to the Park & Recreation and Planning & Zoning boards, and setting a public hearing for FY25 Budget Amendment #1. Several purchases and contract renewals with dollar amounts are also on the agenda, as well as updates on the Duane Arnold Solar project and the Connector Trail.
- First reading and possible final passage of Ordinance 76-2024 amending Chapter 152 (Culvert & Trees on Drainage Easements)
- First reading and possible final passage of Ordinance 75-2024 amending Chapter 41.14 (Fireworks)
- Owen's Crossing final plat discussion and possible motion
- Generator CSA Agreement Renewal for $5,416
- UTV equipment purchases totaling $20,653.39, $22,849.34, $31,650.21 (John Deere) and $17,876.00 (McGrath)
Meeting
The City Council will review several infrastructure projects, including sewer lift station improvements and road surface treatments. The body is also considering the purchase of UTV equipment and updates to fireworks ordinances.
- Dale Lee Dr surface treatment bids from Gee Asphalt for $9,458.07 and $14,865.40
- UTV equipment bids including John Deere ($20,653.39, $22,849.34, $31,650.21) and McGrath ($17,876.00)
- Storm shelter door access costs of $5,690.76 and $8,850
- Discussion of FY25 garbage rates and a fireworks ordinance
- Memorial Park surface treatment bid from Gee Asphalt for $9,052.02
Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing for FY24 Budget Amendment #2 and discuss an ordinance to amend floodplain regulations. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts and the appointment of fire department leadership.
- Public hearing for FY24 Budget Amendment #2
- Ordinance 73-2024 regarding Chapter 160 Floodplain Regulations
- Dry Creek Park mulch not to exceed $9,000
- Graybill Communications handheld & mobile radios for $17,823.84 and $21,215.84
- Munson Electric Fire Department bay lights for $6,080
Meeting
The City Council will discuss the FY25 budget and a second amendment to the FY24 budget. The meeting includes votes on several city ordinances and contracts for road and wastewater infrastructure.
- Public hearings for FY25 Budget (Resolution 041524A) and FY24 Budget Amendment #2 (Resolution 041524B)
- Ordinances regarding fence and hedge regulations (70-2024), off-street parking lots (71-2024), and overnight parking (72-2024)
- L.L Pelling contracts: $17,409.20 for roads, $10,347.30 for 1st & Memorial Park, and $1,520.40 for Memorial Park parking lot
- Proposed $48,380 expenditure for Electric Pump Wastewater Treatment Plant SCADA Computer System
- Liquor and tobacco license renewals for Casey’s and Lucky Wife Wine Slushies
Meeting
The City Council will consider a budget amendment and changes to parking regulations. The body will also discuss water/sewer connection fee policies and set public hearings for zoning and parking changes.
- Ordinance 69-2024 to amend Chapter 69 Parking Regulation
- FY24 Budget Amendment #2 (Resolution 031824C)
- P & K Midwest Mower quote for $10,300
- Iowa Pump Works Service Agreement quote for $2,000
- Public hearing settings for Chapter 165 Zoning (Fences) and 165.12 (Off Street Parking)
Meeting
The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding budget tax statements, personnel policy, and capital project transfers. The meeting includes discussions on local infrastructure, commercial park plats, and emergency operations planning.
- Setting a public hearing for the FY25 Budget Tax Statement
- Final Plat for Ralston Commercial Park First Addition
- HVAC maintenance quotes from Brecke ($3000), Prull Mechanical ($3000), and Bowker Pinnacle ($4440)
- 28E Agreement with Fairfax and Palo Building Inspector
- Update on Duane Arnold Solar I & II
Meeting
The City Council is meeting for a budget workshop regarding Fiscal Year 2025. The session includes a period for audience comments on agenda items.
- Budget Workshop FY25
Meeting
The City Council will discuss several administrative updates, including HVAC maintenance quotes and rental housing fees. The body is considering the final plat for Harvest View Meadows and the adoption of Ordinance 68-2023 regarding floodplain regulations.
- Final plat approval for Harvest View Meadows Addition
- Ordinance 68-2023 amending Chapter 160 Floodplain Regulations
- HVAC maintenance quotes from Brecke ($3,000) and Bowker Pinnacle ($4,440)
- L.L. Pelling Co pricing: Option 1 $4 Sy, Option 2 $2.80 Sy, Cold Mix Patch $285 ton
- Discussion on rental housing fees