Adel, IA

Committee of the Whole

The Adel City Council Committee of the Whole will hold a discussion-only session with no formal action taken. The agenda includes updates on the Rapids Street Reconstruction Project and discussions regarding a proposed false alarm fee, a live streaming proposal, and right-of-way excavation permits.

• Rapids Street Reconstruction Project Update
• Discussion on the Addition of A 'False Alarm Fee' for Excessive False Fire Alarm Responses
• Discussion of Granicus LiveCast Proposal for Live Streaming of City Council Meetings
• Discussion of the Right-of-Way Excavation Permit

Adel City Council

Board of Adjustment

Planning & Zoning Commission

Adel City Council

The Adel City Council will vote on a change order for the Rapids Street Reconstruction Project, approve a new job description for an Adel Police Department administrative assistant, and discuss comparable cities for a wage and compensation analysis. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, bills, liquor licenses, and a special event.

• Change Order No. 2 for Rapids Street Reconstruction Project
• Adel Police Department Administrative Assistant job description
• Discussion on comparable cities for wage and compensation study
• Approval of 5-day Class C liquor licenses for Iowa Catholic Radio, Adel Partners Chamber-RVTV, Lucky Wine Slushies
• Approval of Class E liquor license amendments for Casey's #1680, #3826, and Hollywood Bar & Grill

Historic Preservation Commission

The Adel Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss historic preservation zoning districts, design guidelines, and updates on museum projects and grants. The agenda includes planning for the 250th Anniversary, website updates, and a rewrite of the historic grant program. Most items are updates or discussions, with no final decisions listed.

• Presentation of Historic Preservation Zoning Districts by Kody Craddick
• Design guidelines implementation (Steve/Tim/Lane)
• Update on Museum projects/DCF grant (Rich/Anna)
• Listing museum on National Historical Register
• Rewrite Adel Historic Grant program (Deb)

Adel City Council

The Adel City Council will consider several action items, including a resolution to order construction of the Adel Recreation Trail connection from Evans Park to the Raccoon River Valley Trail, a contract with Pear Tree Investigations and Consulting, LLC, and appointments to the Board of Adjustment. The council will also receive updates on the Rapids Street reconstruction project and review IT service provider presentations. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes per person and 20 minutes total.

• Resolution No. 26-81 ordering construction of the Adel Recreation Trail Connection (Evans Park to Raccoon River Valley Trail)
• Contract with Pear Tree Investigations and Consulting, LLC
• Board of Adjustment appointments (two openings)
• Rapids Street Reconstruction Project update
• Review of IT service provider presentations

Adel City Council

The Adel City Council is meeting to consider several routine and action items, including approving contracts for a water model update, a street resurfacing project, and a classification and compensation study. The agenda also includes consent items such as minutes, bills, and a special event permit, as well as a proclamation and recognition of a city employee.

• Resolution 26-78: Task Order 003 for Water Model Update
• Resolution 26-79: Agreement with SEH for FY 27 HMA Restoration Project (resurfacing North 15th Street and Grove Street)
• Resolution 26-80: Agreement with DDA Human Resources for classification and compensation study
• Pay Application No. 5 for Rapids Street Reconstruction Project
• Special event permit for All American Car Show (Sept 5, 2026) benefiting St. Florian Burn Center

The Adel City Council unanimously approved several resolutions, including a water model update (Task Order 003), a professional services agreement with SEH for resurfacing North 15th Street and Grove Street, and a contract with DDA Human Resources for a classification and compensation study. The council also adopted the 2026-2028 Goal-Setting Session Report and appointed Ben Hengesteg to the Historic Preservation Commission. All items were approved without discussion or opposition.

• Approved the consent agenda, including meeting minutes, bills, firefighter probationary appointments, and a special event permit for the All American Car Show.
• Appointed Ben Hengesteg to the Historic Preservation Commission.
• Adopted the 2026-2028 Goal-Setting Session Report.
• Approved Resolution 26-78 for the water model update (Task Order 003).
• Approved Resolution 26-79 for SEH professional services for FY 27 HMA Restoration Project (resurfacing North 15th Street and Grove Street).
• Approved Resolution 26-80 for DDA Human Resources classification and compensation study.

Adel City Council

The Adel City Council will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions to approve, award, and fund the Adel Recreation Trail Connection Project from Evans Park to the Raccoon River Valley Trail. They will also select a Construction Manager at Risk for the new Public Safety Facility, approve an IT services contract, and handle several consent agenda items including alcohol licenses and a special event road closure.

• Public hearing and Resolution 26-85 for the Adel Recreation Trail Connection Project (Evans Park to Raccoon River Valley Trail)
• Resolution 26-86 awarding the contract for the trail project
• Resolution 26-87 selecting Construction Manager at Risk for the new Public Safety Facility
• Contract with Access Systems for IT services
• Resolution 26-83 consenting to termination of 28E entity of South Dallas County Sanitary Landfill Agency

Library Board

The Adel Library Board is meeting to approve minutes and claims, review and potentially approve a library clerk job description and circulation policy, and discuss allowing outside groups to store items at the library. They will also consider an RVTV event on September 11, 2026, and watch a board training video.

• Review and approve July claims and expenditures
• Review and approve Library Clerk Job Description
• Review and approve Circulation Policy
• Discussion on outside groups storing items at the library
• RVTV Event on 09/11/26

Adel City Council

The Adel City Council will vote on consent agenda items including a temporary alcohol license for the Adel Sweet Corn Festival and a sound permit for a car show. Regular agenda items include filling two Board of Adjustment openings and a presentation on IT services.

• Consider approval of 5-day Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Lucky Wife Wine Slushies and Adel Partners Chamber for Adel Sweet Corn Festival starting August 7, 2026
• Consider approval of sound permit for IA Street Rod - All American Car Show on Saturday, September 5, 2026
• Consider approval of Council Board and Commission appointments: Board of Adjustment - Two Openings
• Presentation from Mainstay on IT Services
• Consider approval of July 11-24, 2026 bills

The Adel City Council approved the consent agenda, which included a 5-day special Class C retail alcohol license for Lucky Wife Wine Slushies and the Adel Partners Chamber for the Sweet Corn Festival starting August 7, 2026, and a sound permit for the IA Street Rod All American Car Show on September 5, 2026. No applications were received for two Board of Adjustment openings, so no appointments were made. The meeting was largely procedural with no substantive debate or votes on other matters.

• Approved consent agenda including alcohol license for Sweet Corn Festival and sound permit for car show (unanimous)
• No appointments made for Board of Adjustment due to lack of applications

Committee of the Whole

The Adel Committee of the Whole will hold a discussion-only meeting covering several infrastructure and administrative items. Topics include updates on the Rapids Street Reconstruction, a proposal for the North 15th and Grove Street Restoration, a wage and classification study, and an annexation update.

• Rapids Street Reconstruction Project Update
• Presentation by SEH on Staff-Solicited Proposal for the North 15th Street and Grove Street Restoration Project
• Discuss the Wage & Classification Study Proposal
• Review Southbridge Plat 1 and Plat 2 Trail Dedication
• Discuss the Addition of a Right-of-Way Excavation Permit

The Committee of the Whole discussed several items but took no formal votes. Topics included updates on the Rapids Street reconstruction, a proposed mill-and-fill project for Grove Street and 15th Street, a wage and classification study proposal, and a trail dedication for Southbridge subdivisions. No binding decisions were made; items will be brought forward for formal council action at a future meeting.

• No formal votes taken; all items were discussion only
• Staff recommended selecting DDA for wage and classification study; formal consideration set for July 14 council meeting
• Council agreed to require completion of trail connection to Highway 169 as part of Southbridge trail dedication
• Right-of-way excavation permit ordinance discussed; no action taken

Committee of the Whole

The Adel Committee of the Whole will hold a discussion-only meeting, with no formal action. Key topics include a presentation from Genus Landscape Architects, a potential false alarm fee for excessive fire alarm responses, and a timeline for using Construction Manager at Risk for the Public Safety Facility project. The meeting will also include an update on the Rapids Street Reconstruction Project.

• Presentation from Genus Landscape Architects with Brett Douglas
• Discussion on adding a false alarm fee for excessive false fire alarm responses
• Discussion and potential timeline for using Construction Manager at Risk for the Public Safety Facility project
• Rapids Street Reconstruction Project update
• Approval of April 7, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes

The Adel Committee of the Whole discussed a potential November 2026 or 2027 referendum for a fire facility project using the Construction Manager at Risk delivery method, with a formal decision needed in May. They also heard a presentation on landscape improvements for downtown and city entrances, discussed a proposed false alarm fee for excessive fire alarms, and received an update on the Rapids Street Reconstruction project. No formal votes were taken; all items were for discussion only.

• Accepted April 7, 2026 meeting minutes without changes
• Discussed timeline for public safety facility referendum (no vote taken)
• Discussed false alarm fee for excessive fire alarms (return for future discussion)
• Received Rapids Street Reconstruction project update

Committee of the Whole

The Adel Committee of the Whole will hold a regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; the budget discussion is for planning purposes only.

• Discussion on Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
• Approval of January 6, 2026 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes

The Adel Committee of the Whole discussed the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, including a $1.5 million bond issuance planned for April 2026. Council expressed support for the 10-year bond structure, water and sewer utility rates, and capital improvement projects, directing staff to move forward. No formal vote was taken as this was a committee discussion.

• Directed staff to proceed with proposed $1.5M bond issuance (10-year structure) for April 2026
• Expressed support for proposed water and sewer utility rates
• Indicated comfort with proposed levy rate and capital improvement projects

Committee of the Whole

The Adel Committee of the Whole will discuss extending the Island Park Campground lease and operating agreement with Don McKean, along with several other administrative and land-use items. No final votes are expected; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion on extending the Island Park Campground Lease and Operating Agreement with Don McKean
• Discussion on the request from Dallas County to vacate two alleyways near the Raccoon River Valley Trail and the Raccoon River to combine parcels
• Discussion on the preliminary plat for the Five Oaks Subdivision
• Discussion on regular council meetings schedule
• Discussion on cell phone numbers availability to public

The Adel Committee of the Whole discussed several items including a two-year renewal of the Island Park Campground lease with Don McKean at $325/month, and agreed to standardize council meetings on Tuesday evenings. No formal votes were taken; all items remain under discussion.

• Accepted February 3, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes with no changes
• Discussed but did not vote on extending Island Park Campground lease with Don McKean for two years at $325/month
• Agreed in discussion to standardize all City Council meetings to Tuesday evenings
• Concluded each council member will decide individually whether to make their cell phone number public
• Continued evaluating Dallas County's request to vacate two alleyways near the Raccoon River Valley Trail
• Discussed preliminary plat for Five Oaks Subdivision; concerns raised about cul-de-sacs and frontage roads

Adel City Council

The Adel City Council will consider several resolutions and appointments at this meeting. Key actions include setting fees for the upcoming fiscal year, approving the employee handbook, and filling vacancies on the Library Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustment, Parks and Recreation Board, and Historic Preservation Commission. The council will also hear presentations on IT services and a dam structural assessment, and consider a grant agreement for economic development.

• Consider Approval of Resolution No. 26-74, Grant Agreement In Support of Dallas County Development, Inc.
• Consider Approval of Resolution No. 26-75, Setting the FY2026-2027 Fees for Services
• Consider Approval of Resolution No. 26-76, Street Closure for Luther Dr. Block Party on July 4, 2026
• Consider Approval of Class E Liquor License for Mega Saver
• Consider Approval of Special Event – 2026 Sweet Corn Festival (August 7 & 8) and related street closures

The Adel City Council approved several routine items including the consent agenda, board and commission appointments, a grant agreement for Dallas County Development, Inc., Resolution No. 26-74 setting FY2026-2027 fees, and Resolution No. 26-75 approving the employee handbook. No appointment was made for the Board of Adjustment due to no applications. Resolution No. 26-76 was approved with one abstention.

• Approved consent agenda including June 9 meeting minutes, Sweet Corn Festival event and street closures, and a liquor license for Mega Saver.
• Appointed Kate Marple and Teresa Wichtendahl to the Library Board.
• Appointed Stephanie Poole and Marc Riley to the Planning & Zoning Commission.
• No appointment made for Board of Adjustment — no applications received.
• Appointed David Thompson, Travis Pierce, and Dalton Brady to the Parks & Recreation Board.
• Appointed David Sande and Anna Phelps to the Historic Preservation Commission.
• Approved grant agreement in support of Dallas County Development, Inc. (Greater Dallas County Development Alliance).
• Approved Resolution No. 26-74 (FY2026-2027 fees) and Resolution No. 26-75 (employee handbook); Resolution No. 26-76 approved with Hawkins abstaining.

Committee of the Whole

The Adel Committee of the Whole will discuss financing options for the Rapids Street Reconstruction Project with PFM, collaboration with Dallas County on the 288th Trail Project, and a city contribution toward rapid-flashing beacons for the Raccoon River Valley Bike Trail crossing on Highway 169. They will also receive a progress update on the city's main goals and review 2026 important dates. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and other routine business.

• Rapids Street Reconstruction Project financing discussion with PFM
• Collaboration with Dallas County for 288th Trail Project
• City contribution toward rapid-flashing beacons for Raccoon River Valley Bike Trail crossing on Highway 169
• Progress update on city's main goals
• 2026 important dates review

The Adel Committee of the Whole reached consensus to proceed with Scenario C for the Rapids Street Reconstruction project, which includes the project and additional street improvements up to $5 million. Staff was directed to schedule a public hearing. The council also discussed a potential $500,000 collaboration with Dallas County for a trail paving project and a proposal for flashing beacons at a bike trail crossing, but no formal decisions were made on those items.

• Consensus to move forward with Scenario C for Rapids Street Reconstruction, including up to $5M in street improvements
• Directed staff to place Rapids Street project on a future agenda to schedule a public hearing
• Approved December 2, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes by consensus

Committee of the Whole

The Adel Committee of the Whole will discuss funding considerations for a proposed $14,000,000 public safety facility project and hear a presentation on construction management options. Other items include a credit rating discussion for upcoming general obligation issuance, an update on the Rapids Street reconstruction project, and a proposal to rename 302nd Place to G.W. Clarke Drive. The council will also consider relocating the Adel Farmers' Market.

• Initial discussion of funding for a proposed $14,000,000 Public Safety Facility Project
• Presentation from Turner Construction Company on construction management agency vs. manager at risk
• Discussion on S&P credit rating for upcoming GO issuance with Jon Burmeister of PFM
• Rapids Street Reconstruction Project update
• Discussion on renaming 302nd Place to G.W. Clarke Drive

The Adel Committee of the Whole discussed funding options for a proposed $14,000,000 public safety facility, including potential use of an urban renewal area to avoid a referendum. The Council also received an AA- credit rating from S&P, which will lower borrowing costs. No binding votes were taken; all items were discussion-only.

• Accepted March 3, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes without changes
• Discussed Construction Manager at Risk delivery method for future public safety facility
• Heard S&P AA- credit rating report for upcoming GO bond issuance
• Discussed preliminary funding model for $14M public safety facility
• Received Rapids Street Reconstruction project update (on schedule, phase 1 by mid-summer)
• Discussed relocation of Adel Farmers Market to downtown near 10th & Main
• Discussed renaming 302nd Place to G.W. Clarke Drive; staff directed to notify residents

Adel City Council

The City Council will discuss several professional service agreements, including a classification and compensation study and a water model update. The body is also considering approvals for street reconstruction payments and a special event permit for a car show.

• Agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. for FY 27 HMA Restoration Project (North 15th Street and Grove Street)
• Agreement with DDA Human Resources, Inc. for a Full Classification and Compensation Study
• Pay Application No. 5 for the Rapids Street Reconstruction Project
• Resolution No. 26-78 for Water Model Update Task Order 003
• Special Event Permit and road closure for the All American Car Show on September 5, 2026

Adel City Council

The Adel City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 9, 2026. Key items include a second reading of Ordinance No. 439 to adopt local landfill regulations, a proposed Memorandum of Understanding with Teamsters Local No. 238 to modify police officer and detective work schedules, and authorization to seek a Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR) for a future project. The council will also consider a resolution to amend a street address, approve a 5-year service recognition for Police Detective Brandon Biere, and receive updates on the Rapids Street Reconstruction Project.

• Police Detective Brandon Biere recognized for 5 years of service
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 439 adopting local landfill regulations
• Memorandum of Understanding with Teamsters Local No. 238 for police work schedule changes
• Authorization to issue a Notice of Intent and Request For Qualifications for a Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR)
• Rapids Street Reconstruction Project update

The Adel City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 439 establishing local regulations for the municipal landfill. The council also approved a memorandum of understanding with Teamsters Local No. 238 to modify police work schedules and authorized staff to issue a request for qualifications to hire a construction manager at risk. Routine approvals via consent agenda included May bills, a street closure permit, an alcohol license, and a tobacco permit.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 439 establishing municipal landfill regulations (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Teamsters Local No. 238 modifying police work schedules (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to issue RFQ for a construction manager at risk (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26-69 for the Rapids Street Reconstruction Project (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Application No. 4 for the Rapids Street project (unanimous)
• Granted street closure permit for Locust St Block Party on June 20, 2026 (unanimous)
• Issued 5-day special alcohol license for Lucky Wife Wine Slushies at Farmers Market (unanimous)
• Approved 2026/2027 tobacco permit for Family Dollar and May financial reports (unanimous)

Adel City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding voluntary property annexation and the conveyance of vacated right-of-way to Dallas County. The body will also discuss municipal landfill regulations and a residential solid waste services contract.

• Public hearing and resolution for voluntary annexation of property
• Proposal to convey vacated right-of-way to Dallas County
• Contract for residential solid waste services with Ankeny Sanitation
• Ordinance No. 439 to adopt local regulations for the municipal landfill
• Resolution No. 26-64 to rename 302nd Place to G.W. Clarke Drive

The Council approved several resolutions including a street name change and the ratification of a grant application. They also authorized renaming the South Dallas County Landfill to the Adel Municipal Landfill and Recycling Center effective July 1, 2026.

• Approved May 12, 2026 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved 2026/2027 Tobacco Permit for World Liquor & Tobacco & Vapors (Unanimous)
• Ratified Resolution No. 26-63 regarding U.S. DOT SS4A Grant Program application (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26-64 to rename 302nd Place to G.W. Clarke Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26-65 for voluntary property annexation (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26-66 to convey vacated right-of-way to Dallas County (Unanimous)
• Approved residential solid waste services contract with Ankeny Sanitation (Unanimous)
• Approved renaming South Dallas County Landfill to Adel Municipal Landfill and Recycling Center (Unanimous)

Adel City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding budget amendments for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The body is also considering rate changes for water, sewer, and storm water, as well as a zoning change for a property on Highway 6.

• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget Amendments
• Ordinances 434, 435, and 436 to amend water, sewer, and storm water rates
• Ordinance 437 to change 24768 Highway 6 from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to C-3 (Highway Commercial)
• Change Order No. 1 and Pay Application No. 3 for Rapids Street Reconstruction Project
• Ordinance 438 to vacate two alleys in Blocks 37 and 38 of the East Addition

The council approved ordinances raising water and sewer rates (4‑1 vote) and storm‑water rates (unanimous). It also adopted Ordinance No. 437, changing the zoning of 24768 Highway 6 from R‑1 residential to C‑3 commercial by unanimous vote. Additional actions included appointing David Sande to the Historic Preservation Commission, approving Resolutions 26‑59 and 26‑60 on financing, and adopting budget amendment Resolution 26‑61, all unanimously.

• Appointed David Sande to Historic Preservation Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26‑59, appointing paying agent and related agreements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26‑60, loan agreement and tax levy (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 434, water rate changes (4‑1 vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 435, sewer rate changes (4‑1 vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 436, storm‑water rate changes (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 437, rezoned 24768 Highway 6 to C‑3 commercial (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26‑61, FY ending June 30 2026 budget amendment (unanimous)

Adel City Council

The Adel City Council will hold a public hearing on vacating two alleys in the East Addition and will consider several ordinances and resolutions. Items include a zoning amendment that would change 24768 Highway 6 from R‑1 to C‑3, a first‑reading ordinance to vacate the alleys, and resolutions setting hearing dates for a right‑of‑way conveyance and a voluntary annexation proposal. The council will also act on a special event approval and tobacco permits.

• Public hearing on the proposed vacation of two alleys in Blocks 37 and 38, East Addition
• Ordinance No. 437 – amend zoning to reclassify 24768 Highway 6 from R‑1 to C‑3 (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 438 – vacate the two alleys in Blocks 37 and 38 (first reading)
• Resolution No. 26‑55 – approve road closure for the Adel Farmers Market
• Approval of 2026/2027 tobacco permits for Caseys #1680, Tiger Spirits, Mega Saver, Caseys #3826, CIV Plus

The council approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda items, including minutes, tobacco permits, a special event, a road closure for the Adel Farmers Market, and a 23E road‑maintenance agreement. It gave a second reading approval to Ordinance No. 437, changing the zoning of 24768 Highway 6 from R‑1 to C‑3. It gave a first reading approval to Ordinance No. 438 to vacate two alleys in blocks 37 and 38. The council tabled Resolution No. 26‑56 and approved Resolution No. 26‑57, setting a public‑hearing date and notice for a voluntary annexation proposal.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 437 zoning change (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 438 alley vacating (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution No. 26-56 to May 12 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26-57 setting public‑hearing date (unanimous)

Adel City Council

The Adel City Council will hold public hearings on the FY 2026‑2027 budget, a voluntary annexation proposal, and the rezoning of 24768 Highway 6. Council members will also consider resolutions and ordinances affecting water, sewer, and storm‑water rates, as well as employee wages and easements for the Evans Park trail project. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and public comments.

• Public hearing and approval of the FY 2026‑2027 budget
• Public hearing on voluntary annexation where 80% of owners request annexation
• Rezoning of 24768 Highway 6 from R‑1 (single‑family) to C‑3 (highway commercial)
• First‑reading ordinances amending water, sewer, and storm‑water rates
• Resolution approving non‑union city employee wages for FY 26‑27

The Adel City Council approved its agenda and conducted three public hearings on the FY 2026‑27 budget, a voluntary annexation request, and a rezoning application. It then approved several resolutions, notably accepting easements for the Evans Park trail project, adopting electronic bidding procedures, and approving the revised preliminary plat for Southbridge Plat 11. The council also approved a partnership with Washington University to distribute a community survey. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Opened and closed public hearing on FY 2026‑27 budget (unanimous)
• Opened and closed public hearing on voluntary annexation application (unanimous)
• Opened and closed public hearing on rezoning of 24768 Hwy 6 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26‑45 accepting easements for Evans Park trail project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26‑51 adopting electronic bidding procedures (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26‑52 approving revised preliminary plat for Southbridge Plat 11 (unanimous)
• Approved partnership with Washington University to distribute a community survey (unanimous)

Adel City Council

The Adel City Council will consider Resolution No. 26-54, which directs the sale of $4,920,000 in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2026. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, agenda approval, and a public comment period limited to 20 minutes. No other substantive actions are listed on the agenda.

• Resolution No. 26-54 directing sale of $4,920,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2026

In a special session on April 21, 2026, the Adel City Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. The council also unanimously approved Resolution No. 26-54, directing the sale of $4,920,000 in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2026.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26-54 directing sale of $4,920,000 loan notes (unanimous)

Adel City Council

The Adel City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed loan agreement and the issuance of not‑to‑exceed $5,100,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes for essential corporate purposes. Council members will also consider resolutions to approve the loan issuance, levy a tax to fund it, and related actions. Additional items include approvals for easements, a rezoning hearing, and a wage agreement with the police department and Teamsters Local Union 238.

• Public hearing on authorizing a loan and issuance of $5,100,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes
• Resolution to authorize issuance of the loan notes and levy a tax for payment
• Resolution approving FY26‑27 wage agreement for Police Department and Teamsters Local Union 238
• Approval of public utilities easements for Southbridge Plat 10 and Titan Storage‑Adel 1, LLC
• Setting a public hearing for rezoning 24768 Hwy 6 from R‑1 to C‑3

The council unanimously approved a series of resolutions authorizing a $5,100,000 General Obligation Capital Loan and a tax levy to fund it. It also approved the landfill transition to city control, a new police wage agreement, and the purchase of property at 1700 Greene Street. Additional unanimous actions included two public‑utilities easements and setting a public hearing for rezoning on Hwy 6. A split vote (3‑2) approved the preliminary plat for the Five Oaks development.

• Approved Resolution 26-38 authorizing issuance of $5,100,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes and levy tax (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26-37 to proceed with additional action for issuance of the loan notes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26-39 authorizing transition of landfill property and operations to the City of Adel (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26-40 final wage agreement for Police Department and Teamsters Local Union 238 (unanimous)
• Authorized City Administrator to execute purchase agreement for property at 1700 Greene Street (unanimous)
• Approved public utilities easement for Southbridge Plat 10 (unanimous)
• Approved public utilities easement for Titan Storage‑Adel 1, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26-41 preliminary plat for Five Oaks (3‑2 vote, motion carried)

Adel City Council

The Adel City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed property tax levy amounts and new taxpayer statements. Council members will hear comments from residents before any levy decisions are made. No votes or approvals are scheduled for this agenda item.

• Public hearing for proposed property tax levy amounts and new taxpayer statements

The council approved the agenda and conducted a public hearing on proposed property tax levy amounts, but no comments were received and no decisions were made beyond closing the hearing. The meeting was then adjourned.

Adel City Council

The City Council will consider setting a public hearing date for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget. The body will also review easements for the Evans Park - Raccoon River Valley Trail Project and receive a planning update on public safety facilities.

• Setting a public hearing date for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
• Resolution No. 26-43 to temporarily close public ways for the Team RunFree 5K
• Resolution No. 26-44 regarding easements for the Evans Park - Raccoon River Valley Trail Project
• Resolution No. 26-45 regarding easements for the Evans Park - Raccoon River Valley Trail Project (O'Brien)
• Public Safety Facility Planning Update from Bray Architects

The council approved the agenda, removing section 4 and item 7.c, with a unanimous vote. It also approved the consent agenda items, including the March 10 minutes and a temporary closure for the Team RunFree 5K, unanimously. The council set the public hearing for the FY 2026‑27 budget on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00 p.m., and approved Resolution No. 26‑44 for easements related to the Evans Park – Raccoon River Valley Trail project, both unanimously.

• Approved agenda with removal of section 4 and item 7.c (unanimous)
• Approved City Council meeting minutes dated March 10, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26‑43 to temporarily close public ways for Team RunFree 5K (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 26‑44 easements for Evans Park – Raccoon River Valley Trail (unanimous)
• Set date for public hearing on FY 2026‑27 budget: April 14, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Adel City Council

The City Council will hold a discussion regarding the budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The body will also consider several retail alcohol license applications.

• Discussion on Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
• Class B Retail Alcohol License for Family Dollar Ownership Amendment
• Class C Retail Alcohol License for Adel Family Fun Center
• Class C Retail Alcohol License for Fiesta Mexican Restaurant

The Adel City Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the February 10, 2026 meeting minutes and three retail alcohol licenses: a Class B license for Family Dollar, and Class C licenses for Adel Family Fun Center and Fiesta Mexican Restaurant. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 10, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Class B retail alcohol license for Family Dollar (unanimous)
• Approved Class C retail alcohol license for Adel Family Fun Center (unanimous)
• Approved Class C retail alcohol license for Fiesta Mexican Restaurant (unanimous)

Adel City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss legal strategy with counsel. This portion of the meeting is a closed session pursuant to Iowa code section 21.5(1)(c).

• Closed session to discuss strategy with counsel regarding present or imminent litigation

The council voted unanimously to enter a closed session, then to exit it. Afterwards, they directed Attorney Kunert to serve Dallas County with the discussed writ of certiorari. All three motions were carried unanimously.

• Enter closed session – approved (unanimous)
• Exit closed session – approved (unanimous)
• Direct Attorney Kunert to serve Dallas County with writ of certiorari – approved (unanimous)