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Wed Oct 28, 2026

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to review FYE28 budget and 2027-2032 Strategic Plan

The Library Board of Trustees will discuss the proposed FYE28 budget and a new five-year strategic plan. The board will also consider updates to the Collection Development Policy and the Shelly Cory Community Room Policy.

Proposed FYE28 Budget
Proposed 2027-2032 Strategic Plan
Invoice from SEI for a front door keypad
Donations from Dean Malone Estate and Phyllis Peitzman Wise
Review of Collection Development Policy and Shelly Cory Community Room Policy

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING Library Board of Trustees Tentative Agenda October 28, 2026 – 7:00 PM – Roy R. Estle Memorial Library in the Shelly Cory Community Room 1. Action to approve the agenda. 2. Action to approve minutes from the September 29, 2026 meeting 3. Public Communication – You will have two minutes to address the Library Board regarding items included on this agenda only. * 4. Library Director report 5. Financial a. Action to approve invoices b. Review Current FY Budget c. Memorials Report - None 6. Other Business a. Old: 2025.8 Dean Malone Estate donation – discussion and possible action. 2026.8 Phyllis Peitzman Wise donation – discussion and possible action. 2027.2 Review the Collection Development Policy – discussion and possible action b. New 2027.8 Review of Filling vacant Library Board of Trustees officer position – discussion and possible action. 2027.9 Review of the proposed FYE28 Proposed Budget - discussion and possible action. 2027.10 Review of the proposed 2027- 2032 Strategic Plan - discussion and possible action. 2027.11 Review of proposed changes to the Shelly Cory Community Room Policy – discussion and possible action. 2027.12 Review proposed invoice from SEI for a keypad on the front door – discussion and possible action. 7. Council Liaison report 8. Board of Trustees report 9. Review of actions from meeting 10. Adjourn You are hereby notified that the Board of Trustees of the Roy R. Estle Memorial L …

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Tue Oct 13, 2026

City Council

City Council to consider water rate increase and City Hall remodeling payments

The City Council will discuss increasing water rates effective January 2027 and review several payments for the City Hall remodeling project. The body is also considering the final plat for Ashgrove Gate Plat 1 and a contract for building inspection services.

Pay Estimate No. 3 for Downing Construction: $142,083.69
Proposed water rate increase effective January 16, 2027
Sound system for Roller Skating Rink not to exceed $3,500
Marketing strategy proposal from Wilwerding Communications and Consulting up to $1,375
Wall mural for City Hall from Beeline + Blue: $2,468.34

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✓ Decided: City Council approves water rate increase and new City Hall upgrades

The Council approved a water rate increase effective January 16, 2027, and authorized several expenditures for the new City Hall, including ADA door openers and a wall mural. Other actions included approving the Ashgrove Gate Plat 1 and setting a public hearing for a PUD name change.

Approved water rate increase effective Jan 16, 2027 (4-0)
Approved $142,083.69 payment to Downing Construction (4-0)
Approved ADA compliant door openers for City Hall up to $15,000 (4-0)
Approved Ashgrove Gate Plat 1 Final Plat (4-0)
Approved $2,468.34 for City Hall wall mural (4-0)
Approved $3,500 for Roller-Skating Rink sound system (4-0)
Approved 2027 swimming pool staff hire rates (4-0)
Approved $1,375 for social media and marketing strategy (4-0)

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING Dallas Center City Council Tentative Agenda October 13, 2026 – 6:00 pm – Memorial Hall 1502 Walnut Street, Dallas Center The Council meeting will be held in person in Memorial Hall. The meeting also may be accessed by the public electronically by Zoom at the following Internet link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81660361374 If a Zoom user has the Zoom app, just enter the meeting ID 816 6036 1374and the passcode is 998895 Or a member of the public may connect to the meeting by telephone using any of the following numbers (the Meeting ID is 816 6036 1374, the passcode is 998895: Dial by your time zone below: 312 626 6799 (CST) 646 558 8656 (EST) 719 359 4580 (MST) 669 900 9128 US (PST) Depending on the caller’s long-distance calling plan, long distance charges may apply. 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll call 3. Action to approve agenda 4. Public Comments [Anyone wanting to address the Council should raise your hand and the Mayor will acknowledge you. Please stand, state your name, address, and topic. You will have two minutes to address the Mayor and Council] 5. Action to approve consent agenda a. Approve minutes of September 8th regular meeting and September 30th CIP Workshop b. September Treasurer’s Report, Balance Sheet, and Budget Report c. September Law Enforcement, Fire/Rescue, Compliance and Water Reports d. Approve street closing for Halloween Hay Day and Halloween Roll Stroll on October 31, 2026, at 1:00 pm with Hay Day activities t …

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The Dallas Center City Council met in regular session on October 13, 2026 at 6:00 pm. Mayor Mitch Hambleton called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Council members present included Shellie Flockhart, Amanda Davison, Angie Beaudet, and Beth Wright. Also, present were City Attorney Ralph Brown, City Administrator John Cook, Public Works Director Brett Kaszinski and City Engineer Bob Veenstra. Motion by Davison, 2nd by Beaudet to approve the agenda. Motion passed 4-0 Mayor Hambleton called for public comments. Bob Haxton spoke regarding items on the CIP. Julie Becker spoke. Mary Werch and Tina Cantrell spoke in favor of the ADA Compliant doors at the new city hall. Motion by Beaudet, 2nd by Davison to approve the consent agenda: [Approve minutes of September 8th regular meeting and September 30th CIP Workshop; September Treasurer’s Report, Balance Sheet, and Budget Report; September Law Enforcement, Fire/Rescue, Compliance and Water Reports; Approve street closing for Halloween Hay Day and Halloween Roll Stroll on October 31, 2026, at 1:00 pm with Hay Day activities to follow and traditional trick-or-treating from 6:00-8:00 pm; Approve Michael Strief as a backup Crossing Guard at $12/hour effective October 14, 2026, pending receipt of hire paperwork and background check; Approve invoices for payment (review committee Beaudet)] Motion passed 4-0 Motion by Wright, 2nd by Davison to accept the resignation of Josh Tiffany from his public works p …

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Tue Sep 29, 2026

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to review policies and estate donations

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve invoices and review the current fiscal year budget. The board will discuss and potentially take action on three library policies and two specific donations.

Discussion and possible action on Dean Malone Estate donation
Discussion and possible action on Phyllis Peitzman Wise donation
Review of the Collection Development Policy
Review of the Gift Policy
Review of the Interlibrary Loan Policy

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✓ Decided: Library Board approves amended Interlibrary Loan policy

The Roy R. Estle Memorial Library Board of Trustees approved an amended Interlibrary Loan policy during their September 29, 2026, meeting. The Board also reviewed the library's Gift Policy and approved the previous month's expenses and meeting minutes.

Approved agenda (5-0)
Approved amended packet (5-0)
Approved previous month's minutes (5-0)
Approved prior month's expenses (5-0)
Approved amended Interlibrary Loan policy (5-0)
Reviewed Gift Policy with no changes

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING Library Board of Trustees Tentative Agenda September 29, 2026 – 7:00 PM – Roy R. Estle Memorial Library in the Shelly Cory Community Room 1. Action to approve the agenda. 2. Action to approve minutes from the August 26, 2026 meeting 3. Public Communication – You will have two minutes to address the Library Board regarding items included on this agenda only. * 4. Library Director report 5. Financial a. Action to approve invoices b. Review Current FY Budget c. Memorials Report - None 6. Other Business a. Old: 2025.8 Dean Malone Estate donation – discussion and possible action. 2026.8 Phyllis Peitzman Wise donation – discussion and possible action. 2027.2 Review the Collection Development Policy – discussion and possible action b. New 2027.6 Review of the Gift Policy – discussion and possible action. 2027.7 Review of the Interlibrary Loan Policy - discussion and possible action. 7. Council Liaison report 8. Board of Trustees report 9. Review of actions from meeting 10. Adjourn You are hereby notified that the Board of Trustees of the Roy R. Estle Memorial Library will meet at 7:00 PM on the 29th day of September 2026, at the library, 1308 Walnut St., Dallas Center, Iowa. Roy R. Estle Memorial Library Bob Findlay, Library Board President dallascenterpubliclibrary@gmail.com Library phone: 515-992-3185 *Public communication must adhere to the agenda subjects. No insults, name calling or disrespect will …

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Roy R. Estle Memorial Library Library Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes September 29, 2026 Present: Library Board of Trustees: Bob Findlay, Katie Johnson, Greg Cagle, Cassie Lewellen, Amy Strutt - Library Board of Trustees; Tina Cantrell, director Absent: Beth Wright - City Council Liaison; Angie Beaudet - City Council Liaison Approve Agenda: Amy moved and Cassie seconded to approve the agenda. Vote 5-0. Motion passed. Approve Amended Packet: Bob moved and Greg seconded to approve the amended packet. Vote 5-0. Motion passed. Previous month’s minutes: Amy moved, and Cassie seconded, to approve the prior month’s meeting minutes Vote 5- 0. Motion passed. Public Communication: None Library Director: Upcoming Events for October: 7th Early Out Drawing with Jill Woodward 1:30 – 3:00; 14th Candy Bingo 1:30 – 3:00; 15th Lit Wits 7 pm; 21st Read to Fog and Board Game Fun 1:30; 28th STEM Fun with Annie 1:30 – 3:00 pm 28th Library Board of Trustees Meeting 7 pm; 31st Halloween Hay Day; Chair Yoga Tuesday and Thursday at 8 am; Chair Yoga Monday and Friday 1:30 pm; Story Time Wednesdays at 10 am Financial: Prior Month’s Expenses: Greg moved and Cassie seconded to approve the prior month’s expenses. Vote - 5-0. Motion passed. 2026 Current FY Budget – reviewed. Memorials – None. Other Business: a. Old: 2025.8 Dean Malone Estate donation – discussion and possible action. CD Maturity Date 5.28.26 2026.8 Phyllis Peitzman Wise CD Maturity Date 01/04/2027 b. New 2027.6 …

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Mon Sep 21, 2026

Tree Board

Tree Board to discuss right-of-way tree trimming and removal

The Dallas Center Tree Board will meet to review previous minutes and welcome a new member. The board will discuss and potentially take action regarding the trimming or removal of right-of-way trees from the drive around.

Discussion and possible action on ROW trees trim/removal from drive around
Welcome of new board member Kent Hicok

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AGENDA Dallas Center Tree Board September 21st, 2026 - 7:00 PM - Ron Steilen Vacant Cody Ortiz Bob German Andy Schmitz Brett Kaszinski Mike Thomas Chair Vice Chair Secretary ex officio member ex officio member ex officio member Liaison from Parks & Recreation [1] Roll Call [2] Approval of minutes from July 15th, 2026 meeting. [3] Approval of minutes from September 1st, 2026 meeting. [4] Welcome new member Kent Hicok to board. [5] Discussion and possible action on ROW trees trim/ removal from drive around. [6] Set next meeting dates/ locations. [7] Adjournment

Tue Sep 8, 2026

City Council

Dallas Center City Council to hold public hearing on vacating alley at 1106 Vine Street

The City Council will consider vacating an alley at 1106 Vine Street and updating the regular meeting time to 6 p.m. The body is also reviewing several contracts and change orders for the New City Hall remodeling project.

Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance No. 640 to vacate the alley at 1106 Vine Street
New City Hall security camera system contract for $11,360 plus $40 monthly fee
New City Hall intrusion and access control contract for $8,634 plus $45 monthly fee
Downing Construction pay estimate for $119,634.78 and change orders totaling $36,052.93
Parks & Recreation spending: $1,500 for trees/plantings and $465/month for portable toilets

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✓ Decided: City Council approves multiple contracts for City Hall remodeling

The Council approved several payments and contracts for the 1414 Walnut Street remodeling project, including security systems and construction change orders. Other actions included vacating an alley at 1106 Vine Street and moving regular meeting times to 6 p.m.

Approved Ordinance No. 640 to vacate alley at 1106 Vine Street (4-0)
Approved Ordinance No. 641 changing regular meeting time to 6 p.m. (4-0)
Approved $119,634.78 Pay Estimate No. 2 for Downing Construction (4-0)
Approved Downing Construction Change Order No. 3 for $30,081.43 and No. 4 for $5,971.50 (4-0)
Approved security camera contract for $11,360 and intrusion system for $8,634 (4-0)
Approved Resolution 2026-50 for Shallow Well No. 12 design with Greenwood Consulting, LLC (4-0)
Approved up to $1,500 for park trees and plantings via Mark’s Nursery (4-0)
Approved Resolution 2026-49 for city-wide grant application policy (4-0)

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING Dallas Center City Council Tentative Agenda September 8, 2026 — 6:00 pm — Memorial Hall 1502 Walnut Street, Dallas Center The Council meeting will be held in person in Memorial Hall. The meeting also may be accessed by the public electronically by Zoom at the following Internet link: https://usO2web.zoom.us/j/82323365822 If a Zoom user has the Zoom app, just enter the meeting ID 823 2336 5822 and the passcode is 959183 Or a member of the public may connect to the meeting by telephone using any of the following numbers (the Meeting ID is 823 2336 5822, the passcode is 959183: Dial by your time zone below: 312 626 6799 (CST) 646558 8656 (EST) 719 3594580(MST) 669 900 9128 US (PST) Depending on the caller’s long-distance calling plan, long distance charges may apply. PUBLIC HEARING: on the proposed Ordinance No. 640 to vacate the alley (lying between the former railroad right-of-way in Block 14, Huber & Vandercook’s Addition to the City of Dallas Center) located at 1106 Vine Street (swimming pool property). Each person will have up to five minutes to comment on the matter of the adoption of the Ordinance to vacate the alley. Pledge of Allegiance Roll call Action to approve agenda Public Comments [Anyone wanting to address the Council should raise your hand and the Mayor will acknowledge you. Please stand, state your name, address, and topic. You will have two minutes to address the Mayor and Council] 5. Action to approve consent agenda Pore …

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The public hearing was opened at 7:00 PM by Mayor Hambleton on the proposed Ordinance No. 640 to vacate the alley (lying between the former railroad right-of-way in Block 14, Huber & Vandercook’s Addition to the City of Dallas Center) located at 1106 Vine Street (swimming pool property). There were no written or verbal comments. Mayor Hambleton closed the hearing at 7:01 pm. The Dallas Center City Council met in regular session on September 8, 2026 at 7:02 pm. Mayor Mitch Hambleton called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Council members present included Shellie Flockhart, Amanda Davison, Angie Beaudet, and Beth Wright. Kody Nielsen was absent. Also, present were City Attorney Ralph Brown, City Administrator John Cook, Public Works Director Brett Kaszinski and City Engineer Bob Veenstra. Mayor Hambleton amended the agenda to remove item #5d as it does not require council approval and moving item 15c & 15d to item #12 to be included with Bob Veenstra’s section of the agenda. Motion by Beaudet, 2nd by Davison to approve the amended agenda. Motion passed 4-0 Mayor Hambleton called for public comments. Carter Nordman provided an update on the Walnut Street flower beds renovation. Motion by Davison, 2nd by Flockhart to approve amended consent agenda: [Approve minutes of August 11th regular meeting; August Treasurer’s Report, Balance Sheet, and Budget Report; August Law Enforcement, Fire/Rescue, Compliance and Water Reports; Approve setting Octob …

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Tue Sep 1, 2026

Parks & Recreation Board

Parks & Recreation Board to discuss fall plantings and maintenance staffing

The Board will review budget expenses and receive updates on mulch costs and the Memorial Park naturescape play area. Members will discuss potential actions regarding fall tree purchases, winter kybos for parks, and hiring a fall maintenance employee for the Burnett Complex.

Fall tree purchase and plantings
Fall Burnett Complex maintenance employee
Winter kybos for parks
Memorial Park naturescape play area update
Review of previous month budget expenses

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING Dallas Center Parks and Recreation Board Agenda Tuesday September 1, 2026 – 6:30 p.m. Roy R. Estle Memorial Library, Dallas Center 1. Call to Order 2. Roll call 3. Action to approve agenda 4. Public comments – any person may address the Board for up to two minutes 5. Action to approve the minutes of the August 4, 2026 meeting. 6. Review of previous month budget expenses. 7. Update on mulch availability and cost. 8. Update on naturescape play area in Memorial Park. 9. Discussion and possible action on fall tree purchase and plantings. 10. Discuss strategic plan 11. Discussion and possible action on fall Burnett Complex maintenance employee 12. Discussion and possible action on winter kybos for parks. 13. Board member reports and Liaison reports 14. Other business 15. Adjournment Gary Licht and Shelley Horak, Co-Chairs

Wed Aug 26, 2026

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to review policies and estate donations

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the current fiscal year budget and approve invoices. The board will discuss several policy reviews and the handling of two estate donations.

Discussion and possible action on Dean Malone Estate donation
Discussion and possible action on Phyllis Peitzman Wise donation
Review of the Collection Development Policy
Review of Emergency Procedures for Contagious Disease
Review of Bulletin Board and Brochure Rack Use, Displays and Exhibits

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING Library Board of Trustees Tentative Agenda August 26, 2026 – 7:00 PM – Roy R. Estle Memorial Library in the Shelly Cory Community Room 1. Action to approve the agenda. 2. Action to approve minutes from the June 24, 2026 meeting 3. Public Communication – You will have two minutes to address the Library Board regarding items included on this agenda only. * 4. Library Director report 5. Financial a. Action to approve invoices b. Review Current FY Budget c. Memorials Report - None 6. Other Business a. Old: 2025.8 Dean Malone Estate donation – discussion and possible action. 2026.8 Phyllis Peitzman Wise donation – discussion and possible action. b. New 2027.2 Review the Collection Development Policy – discussion and possible action 2027.3 Review of staff annual review – discussion and possible action. 2027.4 Review of the Emergency Procedures for Contagious Disease - discussion and possible action. 2027.5 Review of the Bulletin Board and Brochure Rack Use, Displays and Exhibits- discussion and possible action. 7. City Council Liaison report 8. Board of Trustees report 9. Review of actions from meeting 10. Adjourn You are hereby notified that the Board of Trustees of the Roy R. Estle Memorial Library will meet at 7:00 PM on the 26th day of August 2026, at the library, 1308 Walnut St., Dallas Center, Iowa. Roy R. Estle Memorial Library Bob Findlay, Library Board President dallascenterpubliclibrary@gmail …

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Tue Aug 11, 2026

City Council

City Council to review New City Hall remodeling costs and alley vacation

The Dallas Center City Council will discuss remodeling payments and change orders for the New City Hall project at 1414 Walnut Street. The body will also consider vacating an alley at 1106 Vine Street and updating the city's website platform.

Change Order No. 2 for Downing Construction: $24,102.39 increase
Pay Estimate No. 1 for Downing Construction: $50,015.63
Digital Stew Services, Inc. technology invoices: $15,915.45
CivicPlus website migration: $3,340.62 initial term
Heritage Park donor appreciation signs: $4,423.28

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✓ Decided: City Council approves funding for New City Hall remodeling and technology

The Council approved several payments and change orders for the New City Hall project at 1414 Walnut Street. Other actions included approving a new website migration contract and initiating municipal infractions for a code case.

Approved Downing Construction Change Order No. 2 for $24,102.39 (4-0)
Approved Downing Construction Pay Estimate No. 1 for $50,015.63 (4-0)
Approved bank community room renovations not to exceed $32,461.33 (4-0)
Approved $15,915.45 payment to Digital Stew Services, Inc for technology (4-0)
Approved CivicPlus website migration contract for $3,340.62 initial term (All Ayes)
Approved $4,423.28 for Heritage Park donor appreciation signs (4-0)
Approved municipal infractions for 17 Orchard Lane (4-0)
Directed city attorney to change council meetings to 6 p.m. 2nd Tuesday of month (4-0)

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING Dallas Center City Council Tentative Agenda August 11, 2026 – 7:00 pm – Memorial Hall 1502 Walnut Street, Dallas Center The Council meeting will be held in person in Memorial Hall. The meeting also may be accessed by the public electronically by Zoom at the following Internet link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82324503627 If a Zoom user has the Zoom app, just enter the meeting ID 865 8052 1033 and the passcode is 017442 Or a member of the public may connect to the meeting by telephone using any of the following numbers (the Meeting ID is 865 8052 1033, the passcode is 017442: Dial by your time zone below: 312 626 6799 (CST) 646 558 8656 (EST) 719 359 4580 (MST) 669 900 9128 US (PST) Depending on the caller’s long-distance calling plan, long distance charges may apply. 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll call 3. Action to approve agenda 4. Public Comments [Anyone wanting to address the Council should raise your hand and the Mayor will acknowledge you. Please stand, state your name, address, and topic. You will have two minutes to address the Mayor and Council] 5. Action to approve consent agenda a. Approve minutes of July 14th regular meeting b. July Treasurer’s Report, Balance Sheet, and Budget Report c. July Law Enforcement, Fire/Rescue, Compliance and Water Reports d. Approve Dallas Center-Grimes School’s request for street closure for the DCG Homecoming parade on October 1, 2026 e. Approve street closure reque …

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The Dallas Center City Council met in regular session on August 11, 2026 at 7:00 pm. Mayor Mitch Hambleton called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Council members present included Shellie Flockhart, Amanda Davison, Angie Beaudet, and Kody Nielsen. Beth Wright was absent. Also, present were City Attorney Ralph Brown, City Administrator John Cook, Public Works Director Brett Kaszinski and City Engineer Bob Veenstra. Motion by Beaudet, 2nd by Davison to approve the agenda. Motion passed 4-0. Public Comments – Bob Haxton is concerned that reserves should be used for disasters, not downtown revitalization. Calvin Schlak spoke in opposition to LPRs. Gwen Schlak spoke in opposition to LPRs Julie Becker spoke in opposition to the LPRs and taxes. Consent agenda was amended to remove the street closing request for homecoming. Motion by Beaudet, 2nd by Davison to approve the amended consent agenda: [Approve minutes of July 14th regular meeting; July Treasurer’s Report, Balance Sheet, and Budget Report; July Law Enforcement, Fire/Rescue and Water Reports; Approve Dallas Center-Grimes School’s request for street closure for the DCG Homecoming parade on October 1, 2026; Approve street closure request for the Dallas Center Fall Festival August 28- 29, 2026; Approve hiring Michelle Tapio as a Library Associate at $15.00/hour effective August 12, 2026; Approve hiring of Gary Titus as crossing guard at $15.00/hour effective August 12, 2026; Approve hiring …

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Tue Aug 4, 2026

Parks & Recreation Board

Parks and Recreation Board to discuss Memorial Park improvements

The Board will discuss and potentially take action on excavation, mulch, and sand fill for Memorial Park. Members will also review budget expenses and the 5-year strategic plan.

Possible action on tile excavation and mulch for Memorial Park
Possible action on excavation and sand fill for naturescape play area at Memorial Park
Discussion on naturescape play area drawing for Memorial Park
Discussion on updating and releasing a public survey via QR codes
Discussion of Life Guard Appreciation Day

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NAY YN 10. 11 12. 13 15 NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING Dallas Center Parks and Recreation Board Agenda Tuesday August 4, 2026 - 6:30 p.m. Roy R. Estle Memorial Library, Dallas Center Call to Order Roll call Action to approve agenda Public comments — any person may address the Board for up to two minutes Action to approve minutes of July 7, 2026 Review of previous month’s budget expenses Discuss updating survey and releasing it before fall festival. How to get QR codes to the public. Discussion and possible action on tile excavation and mulch for Memorial Park. Discuss Life Guard Appreciation Day. Discussion on drawing for naturescape play area for Memorial Park. . Discussion and possible action on excavation and sand fill for naturescape play area around the boulders in Memorial Park. Continue working on 5 year strategic plan. . Board member reports 14. Other business . Adjournment Gary Licht and Shelley Horak, Co-Chairs

Sat Aug 1, 2026

Parks & Recreation Board

Parks & Recreation Board to hold focus groups on future concepts

The Board will review the past strategic plan and use focus groups to build and collate lists of concepts for the future of Dallas Center Parks and Recreation.

Review of past strategic plan
Focus group sessions to develop future concepts for Parks and Recreation

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING Dallas Center Parks and Recreation Board Agenda Saturday August 1, 2026 - 9:00 a.m. Sugar Grove Goods, 1404 Walnut St., Dallas Center 1. Call to Order 2. Roll call 3. Action to approve agenda 4. Welcome to the public and opening remarks about the focus group tasks 5. Introductions 6. Review past strategic plan 7. Build lists of concepts for the future of Dallas Center Parks and Recreation within focus groups. 8. Collate ideas from the focus groups. 9. Adjournment Gary Licht and Shelley Horak, Co-Chairs

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