Dana public meetings in 2022

City Council

The council is reviewing professional service agreements and infrastructure pay requests, including the WRA Grimes Connector and GrimesPlex. Public hearings are also being scheduled for general regulations and a property annexation along County Line Road.

• Pay requests for WRA Grimes Connector contracts totaling over $4 million
• Public hearing for 80/20 voluntary annexation near County Line Road
• Professional services agreement for GrimesPlex architectural services
• Approval of final plat for MKEDS Plat 5
• ABD License Renewal for Mustang Grill

The City Council approved a final plat for M-KEDS Homes Place Plat 5 for commercial or light industrial development. The council also passed a comprehensive consent agenda including various infrastructure pay requests and professional service agreements.

• Approved Final Plat of M-KEDS Plat 5 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Claims Report of $9,084,420.66 (5-0)
• Approved ABD License Renewal for Mustang Grill (5-0)
• Approved 2023 City Council Meeting Schedule and Civic Calendar (5-0)
• Approved professional services payments including $49,258.84 for New Grimes Public Library (5-0)
• Approved pay requests including $2,180,893.53 for WRA Grimes Connector-Contract 3 (5-0)
• Accepted Northwest Territory Lift Station & Force Main (5-0)
• Accepted North Sports Complex Parking Lot Improvements (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission is reviewing final plats for the Rider Logistics Center and M-Keds Home Place projects. The Rider Logistics Center proposal involves subdividing 78 acres for industrial development and new public streets.

• Rider Logistics Center Plat 1 – Final Plat (78-acre subdivision)
• M-Keds Home Place Plat 5 – Final Plat
• $34,580.58 roadway fee for SE 37th Street at Rider Logistics Center

City Council

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding a development agreement with Signature Ernst Holdings, LLC. The agenda also includes several construction payments for the New Grimes Public Library and Wallace Park. Additionally, members will review the Brookside Village Plat 1 site plan.

• Public hearing on Signature Ernst Holdings, LLC development agreement
• Construction payments for New Grimes Public Library
• $241,212.10 disbursement to Alliance Construction Group for GrimesPlex
• Brookside Village Plat 1 site plan review
• Water system improvement pay requests

The City Council approved a site plan for a 323-unit rental development and a development agreement for roadway extensions. The council also passed a consent agenda covering multiple public works payments and professional services.

• Approved Brookside Village Plat 1 Site Plan for 323 rental units (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 11-3122 Development Agreement with Signature Ernst Holdings, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $4,563,687.44 in claims (5-0)
• Approved professional services payments for library, park, and water projects (5-0)
• Accepted SE Trail Ridge Road Water Main via Resolution 11-2522 (5-0)
• Approved $241,212.10 disbursement for GrimesPlex to Alliance Construction Group (5-0)
• Approved contract with McClure Engineering Company for South Jordan Well service (5-0)
• Approved revised 2023 City Council meeting schedule pending additions (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The meeting includes a staff update and an update regarding Glenstone MultiGolf. The board will also hear reports from the President, City Staff, and Council Liaison.

• Glenstone MultiGolf Update
• Approval of October 10, 2022 minutes

City Council

The City Council approved the site plan and awarded a $23,216,582.11 construction contract to Edge Commercial for the GrimesPlex synthetic turf sports complex. The Council also approved a site plan for a Slim Chickens restaurant and amended the Urban Renewal Plan for road improvements.

• Approved $23,216,582.11 construction contract and bond for GrimesPlex awarded to Edge Commercial (5-0)
• Approved GrimesPlex site plan for 45-acre synthetic turf sports complex (5-0)
• Approved Slim Chickens site plan amendment at 2170 East 1st Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 11-1022 to amend Urban Renewal Plan for Signature Ernst Holdings, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 11-1122 to set a meeting date for a development agreement with Signature Ernst Holdings, LLC (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 772 deleting property from the Urban Renewal Area TIF district (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 773 regarding the division of taxes in the Urban Renewal Area (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $6,318,704.87 claims report and 2023 Strategic Plan (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Grimes Planning and Zoning Commission approved the preliminary plat for Brookside Village, a development featuring apartments, townhomes, and a clubhouse. The commission also discussed proposed amendments to general regulations regarding renewable energy, communication equipment, and adult uses.

• Approved Brookside Village Plat 1 – Preliminary Plat
• Discussed amendments to general regulations for renewable energy and communication equipment

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding contract documents for the GrimesPlex project. They will also consider adopting plans, specifications, and cost estimates for the facility. Additionally, the council will discuss a contract for an 18-hole multigolf park development.

• Public hearing on proposed contract documents for the GrimesPlex
• Adoption of plans and cost estimates for the GrimesPlex
• Contract for Discmania 18-hole Multigolf Park development
• $504,672.34 pay request for New Grimes Public Library construction
• Liquor license renewals for Kwik Star and Casey's locations

The Council approved the plans and cost estimates for the GrimesPlex project, though contract awards are delayed pending a financial review. The Council also contracted Discmania to develop a first-of-its-kind 18-hole Multigolf Park. Additionally, a wide range of consent items including library and road pay requests were approved.

• Approved Resolution 10-2922 adopting plans and cost estimates for GrimesPlex (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 10-2622 contracting Discmania for an 18-hole Multigolf Park (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $1,685,924.94 Claims Report (4-0)
• Approved $504,672.34 pay request to Graphite Construction Group for New Grimes Public Library (4-0)
• Approved $200,669.45 pay request to Halbrook for Jacob Street Reconstruction (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 10-2522 for purchase of Unified Access Control System at City Facilities (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 10-2822 for Foth Infrastructure and Environment, LLC traffic signal design (4-0)
• Approved ABD Renewals for Kwik Star, Kwik Start, and Casey’s locations (4-0)

City Council

The October 20, 2022, meeting of the Grimes City Council contains only one agenda item. The council will conduct a discussion regarding strategic planning.

• Strategic planning discussion

The city council held a strategic planning session facilitated by Lyle Sumek of Lyle Sumek Associates to review city goals. No formal decisions, votes, or action items were recorded. The session adjourned at 1:00 pm.

City Council

The October 18, 2022, meeting for the Grimes City Council is dedicated to strategic planning. No other specific agenda items or business are listed in the provided text.

• Strategic Planning

The City Council met for a strategic planning session facilitated by Lyle Sumek of Lyle Sumek Associates to review city goals. No votes, approvals, or other binding decisions were taken during this session.

Fire Board

The Board will review the first draft of an updated 28E agreement that expires June 30, 2023. This draft includes proposals for a 10-year agreement and changes to board membership and funding. The Board will also consider approving a funding formula.

• Approval of Funding Formula
• Review of updated 28E agreement draft
• Proposal to create a Management Committee
• Proposal to remove city administrators from the Fire Board

City Council

The Grimes City Council will consider an urban renewal plan amendment for Signature Development and the first reading of Ordinance 771 regarding dog and cat licensing. The agenda also includes several pay requests for the WRA Grimes Connector and the New Grimes Public Library project.

• Public hearing for Urban Renewal Plan Amendment – Signature Development
• First reading of Ordinance 771 adopting new dog and cat licensing and control
• Change orders for the Grimes Public Library Project, including a $27,500.15 increase for Van Maanen Electric, Inc.
• Pay requests for WRA Grimes Connector contracts, including $1,680,563.57 for S.J. Louis Construction, Inc.
• Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with the Firefighters Collective Bargaining Unit

The council approved the preliminary plat for Brookside Village Plat 1, allowing future subdivision of 31.64 acres east of Highway 141 into 8 lots (6 commercial, 2 residential). They also approved the Rock Creek Preliminary Plat 1 and a site plan for a 58,580-square-foot surgery center and medical campus. Ordinance 771 updating dog and cat licensing to align with Polk County was adopted on final passage.

• Approved Brookside Village Preliminary Plat (5-0)
• Approved Rock Creek Preliminary Plat 1 (5-0)
• Approved Rock Creek Building Site Plan for surgery center and medical campus (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 771 updating dog and cat licensing and control (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $6,061,687.02 in claims and multiple resolutions (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Grimes Park Board will discuss a Request for Proposals (RFP) regarding the GrimesPlex. The meeting also includes an update on Heritage Park and a special events presentation.

• GrimesPlex RFP discussion
• Heritage Park update
• Special events presentation
• Approval of August 24, 2022 minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review the Brookside Village Plat 1 preliminary plat for a 31.64-acre development. This project includes commercial lots and residential units, such as apartments and townhomes. The commission will also discuss amendments to general regulations.

• Brookside Village Plat 1 preliminary plat
• General Regulations Amendment Discussion #3

City Council

The Council will review several infrastructure projects, including a $231,700 contract for the Traffic Signal Network Project. The agenda also includes discussions on property improvements and a lease agreement with the Grimes Chamber and Economic Development.

• $231,700 contract for the construction of the Traffic Signal Network Project
• Renewal of Class C Liquor and outdoor service licenses for Food Depot
• Agreement for improvements at 1101 NE 22nd Street
• Lease agreement between the City and Grimes Chamber and Economic Development
• $301,556.01 pay request for Waterworks Park improvements

The City Council approved a lease agreement between the City of Grimes and the Grimes Chamber and Economic Development, formalizing the use of city office space and setting a 4% annual fee escalation over a three-year term. The consent agenda, including claims of $1,085,461.41 and multiple resolutions, was also approved unanimously. A resident requested extending free leaf bags to residents with disabilities without age restriction.

• Approved Resolution 09-3422: Lease Agreement between City of Grimes and Grimes Chamber and Economic Development (4-0).
• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes, claims report of $1,085,461.41, and 18 resolutions and pay requests (4-0).
• Approved Resolution 09-2322: Approving bills and quotes over $10,000.
• Approved Resolution 09-2422: ABD Licenses for Food Depot and Hacienda Vieja.
• Approved Resolution 09-3222: Awarding contract to Traffic Control Corporation for $231,700 for Traffic Signal Network Project.
• Approved Resolution 09-3122: Contract with Snyder and Associates for NE Destination Drive & NE Beaverbrooke Blvd Improvements.
• Approved Change Order #1 for Waterworks Park Improvements increasing contract by $1,904.00.
• Approved Resolution 09-2722: Approving Offer to Purchase and Agreement for Jacob Reconstruction and Storm Sewer Project Ouderkirk Property.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission is reviewing a preliminary plat for the 26.69-acre Rock Creek development at NW 100th Street and SE 37th Street. This project includes two lots, one outlot, and a roadway connection between SE Keystone Drive and NW 100th Street. The meeting also includes a discussion on amending general regulations for accessory buildings.

• Rock Creek Plat 1 Preliminary Plat
• Rock Creek Building 1 Site Plan
• General Regulations Amendment Discussion

Tree Board

The Tree Board will discuss updates regarding the Community Forestry Grant Program and progress on ash tree replacements. The meeting also includes standard procedural items.

• Community Forestry Grant Program Update
• Ash Tree Replacement Progress

City Council

The Grimes City Council will consider several infrastructure and development items, including ordering construction for the GrimesPlex. The agenda also includes a proposed speed limit increase on NE Gateway Drive and various construction pay requests.

• Ordering construction of the GrimesPlex and fixing a date for bids
• Increasing the speed limit on part of NE Gateway Drive from 25 to 30 MPH
• Emergency purchase of replacement North Jordan Well water pumping equipment
• Pay request of $1,721,837.63 for WRA Grimes Connector Contract 1
• Approval of the Destination Market Final Plat

The City Council approved multiple resolutions advancing the GrimesPlex project, including ordering construction, accepting assignment of a lease agreement with Sporting Iowa, and disbursing donated funds totaling $1,600,969.02 to Hope K Farm and Alliance Construction Group. The council also approved a final plat for two restaurant lots (Freddy's and Panera) at Destination Market Plat 7, increased the speed limit on a portion of NE Gateway Drive to 30 MPH, and authorized soliciting proposals for concessionaire services at the GrimesPlex. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved Resolution 09-2222 ordering construction of GrimesPlex and setting bid letting for Oct 18 and public hearing for Oct 25 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 09-0622 accepting assignment of lease agreement between Hope Development & Realty and City for GrimesPlex (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 09-1922 disbursing $430,023.96 to Hope K Farm and $1,170,945.06 to Alliance Construction Group from donated funds (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 09-1622 final plat for Destination Market Plat 7, creating two lots for Freddy's and Panera restaurants (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 09-1222 increasing speed limit on NE Gateway Drive from 25 to 30 MPH between NE Heritage Drive and Beaverbrooke Boulevard (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 09-0822 authorizing staff to solicit proposals for softball/baseball concessionaire tenants at GrimesPlex (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 09-0522 terminating sports management agreement with Hope Development & Realty, LLC (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 20 items such as liquor license renewals, pay requests totaling over $6.9M, and various resolutions (3-0)

Public Health & Safety Advisory Board

The Public Health & Safety Advisory Board will discuss updates to the ATV ordinance. The agenda also includes discussions regarding speed limit modifications on NE Gateway Drive and traffic on NW 8th Street and NE Park Drive. Reports from the Johnston Grimes Fire Department and Polk County Sheriff's Office are scheduled for review.

• Report and update on ATV Ordinance
• NE Gateway Drive speed limit modification
• NW 8th Street traffic discussion
• NE Park Drive traffic discussion
• Johnston Grimes Fire Department report

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will review staffing updates and conduct a tour of multiple city parks. The meeting also includes reports from the President, City Staff, and Council Liaison.

• Staffing update
• Tour of North Pointe Park, Heritage Park, North Complex, Beaverbrook Park, and Kennybrook Park

City Council

The Grimes City Council will review proposals to vacate and convey public property to developers. The agenda also includes construction payments for the New Grimes Library and Waterworks Park improvements.

• Public hearing on vacating and conveying public property to Graystone Companies, LLC
• Development Agreement with HD, LLC
• Pay Application #1 to Corell Contractors, Inc for the New Grimes Library ($225,138.60)
• Pay Application #1 to Edge Commercial for Waterworks Park Improvements ($194,840.25)
• Site plan amendment for 3800 SE Beisser Drive

The City Council approved conveying public property at 212 SE Main Street to Graystone Companies, LLC for a two-story building with ground-floor office/retail and upstairs residential units. The council also approved several other property conveyances, site plans, and preliminary plats for commercial and industrial developments, including a 33,557 sq ft warehouse and 10,867 sq ft office building for Seedorff Masonry. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Approved Resolution 08-2622 conveying 212 SE Main Street to Graystone Companies for mixed-use development
• Approved Amended Resolution 08-2722 vacating and conveying public property to adjoining owner in Peitzman's Subdivision
• Approved Resolution 08-2522 vacating public property in Heritage at Grimes Plat 2 and conveying to adjoining owner
• Approved 3800 SE Beisser Drive Site Plan Amendment combining two lots for a 9,000 sq ft building
• Approved Seedorff Masonry/Architectural Wall Systems preliminary plat combining two lots into 4.39 acres
• Approved Seedorff Masonry/Architectural Wall Systems site plan for 33,557 sq ft warehouse and 10,867 sq ft office at 1250 SE 25th Street
• Approved Resolution 08-3422 final plat of M-KEDS Home Place Plat 4 and related agreements
• Approved consent agenda including multiple resolutions, payments totaling over $1 million, and personnel transactions

Tree Board

The Grimes Tree Board will discuss the Community Forestry Grant Program and ash tree replacement. No specific decisions or new business items are detailed on the agenda.

• Community Forestry Grant Program discussion
• Ash Tree Replacement discussion

The Tree Board discussed a fall planting project at the South Sports Complex to replace ash trees removed due to Emerald Ash Borer. Members agreed on potential tree species and directed two members to check availability and pricing for a grant application due September 1st. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the agenda.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Discussed fall planting project at South Sports Complex for ash tree replacement
• Directed Goldsmith and Moore to research tree species availability and pricing for grant application

City Council

The Grimes City Council is reviewing ordinances regarding industrial wastewater regulations and raising the legal age for tobacco and nicotine products to 21. The agenda also includes several pay applications for library construction and major infrastructure projects like the WRA Grimes Connector. Additionally, the council will consider voluntary annexation and various land acquisition agreements.

• First reading of Ordinance 770 to raise the legal age for tobacco and nicotine products to 21
• Pay application of $1,356,953.99 for WRA Grimes Connector Contract 1
• New ABD license request for McDivot’s Sports Pub at 3390 SE Crossroads Dr.
• Intergovernmental agreement for a joint Fire and EMS Records Management System
• Pay application of $249,022.94 for SE Trail Ridge Road Water Main

The Grimes City Council approved a voluntary annexation in the NW Territory, passed two ordinances (one updating wastewater regulations and one raising the tobacco sales age to 21), and approved a building elevation modification and a final plat. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The meeting also included approval of the consent agenda and appointment of a library board member.

• Approved Resolution 08-0722 for voluntary annexation of property in NW Territory (5-0)
• Approved final passage of Ordinance 768 amending wastewater regulations (5-0)
• Approved final passage of Ordinance 770 raising tobacco sales age to 21 (5-0)
• Approved building elevation modification at 3600 SE Miehe Drive (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 08-1922 for final plat of Legacy at James Street Plat 1 (5-0)
• Approved appointment of David Braun to Library Board (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including pay applications, change orders, and resolutions (5-0)

Tree Board

The Tree Board will meet at Glenstone Park for tree maintenance and pruning. Participants are requested to bring gloves and trimmers.

• Pruning and tree care at Glenstone Park

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Dana City Council meeting on July 12, 2022. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials (including a packet update) as items, with no substantive decisions or discussions specified.

• Agenda approval
• Meeting materials review (packet update)

The City Council approved a development agreement with Rock Creek Investments, LLC, authorizing tax increment payments for a medical office campus and related public improvements. The council also approved the Willow Hills Plat 2 final plat, a Taco Bell site plan, the Legacy at James Street preliminary plat, and the Donovan Marine Grimes site plan. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved Resolution 07-0622 for Rock Creek Investments development agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 07-0822 for Willow Hills Plat 2 final plat (4-0)
• Approved Taco Bell site plan at 2227 E. 1st Street (4-0)
• Approved Legacy at James Street preliminary plat (4-0)
• Approved Donovan Marine Grimes site plan (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $2,756,390.39 (4-0)

Public Health & Safety Advisory Board

The Public Health and Safety Advisory Board will review reports from the Fire Department and Sheriff’s Office. The meeting includes a discussion on radar trailer/sign data and an after-action review of Governor's Days.

• Radar trailer/sign data discussion
• Review of Governors Days participation
• Fire Department Report
• Sheriff’s Report
• Update on Council issues

The Grimes Public Health and Safety Advisory Board discussed reports from the fire department and sheriff's office, including a drowning at Saylorville Lake and fireworks complaints. The board recommended continued speed monitoring and patrol on Gateway Dr after data showed high speeding rates. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and advisory.

• Approved agenda (motion by Leinenkugel, second by Clark)
• Approved corrected June 2022 minutes (motion by Clark, second by Grove)
• Recommended continued speed monitoring and patrol on Gateway Dr

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Grimes Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a site plan for a 2,048 square foot Taco Bell restaurant at 2227 E 1st Street. The meeting also includes reviews of the Legacy at James Street plats and the Donovan Marine Grimes site plan.

• Taco Bell site plan at 2227 E 1st Street
• Legacy at James Street Plat 1 preliminary plat
• Legacy at James Street Plat 1 final plat
• Donovan Marine Grimes site plan

City Council

This is a procedural agenda with only two items: the agenda itself and a meeting materials packet. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed for this meeting.

The Grimes City Council approved multiple ordinances and resolutions, including final passage of three rezoning ordinances (Fagen, Herndon, and James Pointe), amendments to the urban renewal area to facilitate a medical campus, and new wastewater sewer regulations. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The council also approved the consent agenda, which included numerous pay requests, contracts, and resolutions.

• Approved consent agenda including $1.74M in claims and multiple pay requests (5-0)
• Approved final passage of Ordinance 766 deleting property from TIF district (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 06-3722 declaring necessity and approving urban renewal plan amendment (5-0)
• Approved final passage of Ordinance 767 for division of taxes in urban renewal area (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 06-3622 setting July 12, 2022 meeting for Rock Creek development agreement (5-0)
• Approved final passage of Ordinance 763 rezoning Fagen property to R-4 and R-3 (5-0)
• Approved final passage of Ordinance 764 rezoning Herndon property to M-1A (5-0)
• Approved final passage of Ordinance 765 adopting new wastewater sewer regulations (5-0)

Storm Water Advisory Committee

The Storm Water Advisory Committee will discuss MS4 requirements, construction site management, and public outreach. The agenda includes updates on the Adopt-a-Stream program and city infrastructure repairs. Members will also review current capital improvement projects such as North Sports Complex Parking.

• Construction site management for topsoil and concrete washout
• Updates to the Adopt-a-Stream program
• Public Works infrastructure repairs and GIS map development
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects including Kennybrook Wetland

City Council

The provided agenda contains only procedural items and meeting materials. No specific legislative actions or discussions are detailed in the text.

The City Council approved the Waterworks Park improvements project, including the splash pad and alternates, awarding a $3,731,765.39 contract to Edge Commercial. The council also passed second readings of ordinances to rezone properties for residential and commercial/industrial development, and approved a contract for cleanup and salvage at the Wallace Farm site. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved Waterworks Park improvements contract with Edge Commercial for $3,731,765.39 (4-0)
• Approved Waterworks Park Splash Pad Site Plan (4-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 766 deleting property from TIF district (4-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 763 rezoning 31.64 acres east of Hwy 141 to R-4/R-3 (4-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 764 rezoning 77.52 acres at SE 37th & James to M-1A (4-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 765 adopting new wastewater sewer regulations (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 06-2122 for cleanup and salvage contract with Blue Sky at Wallace Farm (4-0)
• Approved acceptance of Hwy 141/44 traffic signal and turn lane improvements (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Grimes Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a final plat for the 161-acre Meadows development. The agenda also includes a site plan review for 26 townhomes at James Point and an urban renewal amendment review for Rock Creek Investments.

• Meadows Plat 1 Final Plat: 161-acre subdivision including multi-family and townhome lots
• James Point Site Plan: 26 attached townhome units at NW 27th Street and North James Street
• Urban Renewal Amendment Review for Rock Creek Investments

Public Health & Safety Advisory Board

The Public Health and Safety Advisory Board will review reports from the Fire Department and Sheriff’s Office. The board will also discuss data from the radar trailer/sign and plans for its future use.

• Radar trailer/sign data discussion
• Future plans for utilization of signs and trailer
• Fire Department Report
• Sheriff’s Report
• Update regarding Governor's Days participation

The Grimes Public Health and Safety Advisory Board met on June 2, 2022, and heard reports from the Fire Department and Polk County Sheriff's Office. No formal decisions were made; the board discussed traffic enforcement, radar data, and upcoming events. The meeting was adjourned at 6:17 pm.

• Approved agenda (motion by Leinenkugel, second by Grove)
• Approved April 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Leinenkugel, second by Galetich)
• Approved corrected May 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Galetich, second by Grove)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Grimes Park Board will discuss several park projects and reviews at its May 25 meeting. The agenda includes updates on Wallace Farm and the Glenstone Disc Golf Course, along with a review of the splash pad and parkland dedication.

• Parkland Dedication Review
• Wallace Farm Update
• Splash Pad Review
• Glenstone Disc Golf Course Update
• Approval of March 23, 2022, minutes

City Council

This agenda contains only the agenda document and a meeting materials packet, with no specific business items listed. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature, with any substantive discussion or decisions deferred to the attached packet.

• No specific action items listed on the agenda

The Grimes City Council approved final passage of Ordinance 761, which raises water and sewer rates over five years, and Ordinance 762, rezoning land near SE 28th Street and Highway 141 for commercial/light industrial use. The council also approved first readings for rezones of the Fagen and Herndon properties, authorized a development agreement negotiation for a mixed-use project, and accepted a $12 million donation for the GrimesPlex. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved final passage of Ordinance 761 (water/sewer rate increases) (5-0)
• Approved final passage of Ordinance 762 (rezoning at SE 28th & Hwy 141) (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 763 (rezoning Fagen property) (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 764 (rezoning Herndon property) (5-0)
• Authorized development agreement negotiation for NE Beaverbrooke/NE Destination (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment for FY 2021-22 ($1,214,673) (5-0)
• Approved $6,975,000 GO bond sale to Baker Group (5-0)
• Approved $12,000,000 GrimesPlex gift agreement (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board will review two variance applications regarding building setbacks and surfacing requirements. One request involves a front porch extension at 3000 SE Keystone Drive, while the other concerns aggregate surfacing for heavy equipment storage at 1200 SE 25th Street.

• Variance request to reduce the 30-foot front setback by 3 feet at 3000 SE Keystone Drive
• Variance request to allow aggregate surface for outdoor storage at 1200 SE 25th Street

City Council

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate regarding the meeting schedule and materials. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the text.

The Grimes City Council approved a $36,573,000 Sewer Revenue Bond loan agreement with the Iowa Finance Authority to fund the WRA project, with additional contributions from Urbandale and Waukee. The council also awarded contracts for water main, street reconstruction, traffic signal, and fiber network projects, and approved a real estate gift for the GrimesPlex. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $36,573,000 Sewer Revenue Bonds for WRA project (5-0)
• Approved real estate gift agreement for 62 acres for GrimesPlex (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 761 for water/sewer rate increases (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 762 rezoning to M-1A (5-0)
• Awarded $616,059 contract to Synergy Contracting for SE Trail Ridge water main (5-0)
• Awarded $1,545,000 contract to Halbrook Excavation for SE Jacob Street reconstruction (5-0)
• Awarded $71,429.49 contract to Van Maanen Electric for County Line Road traffic signal (5-0)
• Awarded $1,070,613.20 contract to Van Maanen Electric for traffic signal network (5-0)

City Council

The City of Grimes and the City of Johnston are holding a joint meeting. The agenda features a presentation by Emergency Services Consulting International (ESCI) regarding a Fire Department Study.

• Presentation on the Fire Department Study by ESCI

The City of Grimes and City of Johnston held a joint meeting on May 9, 2022, to receive a presentation on a fire department study from consultant Chris Truty of Emergency Services Consulting International (ESCI). The agenda was approved as presented, and the meeting adjourned at 7:43 pm. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• Approved agenda as presented (moved by Martin, seconded by Gisch)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission approved site plan amendments for DCG High School and Beisser Lumber. They also approved a rezoning for M-Keds and a new splash pad at Waterworks Park.

• Approval of Hope Commercial Plat 5 preliminary and final plats
• DCG High School Addition site plan amendment
• 4235 SE Beisser Drive site plan amendment
• M-Keds property rezone
• Waterworks Park Splash Pad site plan approval

City Council

The provided agenda contains only procedural information regarding meeting materials and does not list any specific decisions, discussions, or actions for the April 26, 2022, meeting.

The Grimes City Council approved first reading of Ordinance 761, which increases water rates by 2.5% and sewer rates by 7.5%, effective July 1, 2022, along with recycling and solid waste fee adjustments. The council also gave final approval to Ordinance 760, rezoning property for James Point, LLC (planned for 26 townhomes), and approved first reading of Ordinance 762 to rezone land near SE 28th Street and Highway 141 for commercial/light industrial use. Additionally, the council approved site plans for 4235 SE Beisser Drive (warehouse) and DCG High School addition, and approved preliminary and final plats for Hope Commercial Plat 5.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 761 (water/sewer rate increases) (5-0)
• Approved final passage of Ordinance 760 (James Point rezoning) (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 762 (MKEDS rezoning) (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 4235 SE Beisser Drive (5-0)
• Approved site plan for DCG High School addition (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Hope Commercial Plat 5 (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Hope Commercial Plat 5 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including multiple resolutions and pay applications (5-0)

Tree Board

The Tree Board meeting was moved from April 20 to April 21 at Sunny Hill Cemetery. The purpose of the meeting is to designate tree planting locations for the upcoming Arbor Day event.

• Designation of tree planting locations for Arbor Day

Board of Adjustment

The Board will consider a request from Sondra Hansen to reduce the required fence setback along the sidewalk at 603 SE Dolan Drive. The application seeks to replace an existing fence while accounting for a water main easement and a tree.

• Variance request to reduce fence setback along the sidewalk at 603 SE Dolan Drive

City Council

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate regarding the meeting order and materials. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the text.

The Grimes City Council approved the 2022 Asphalt Overlay Project, awarding the construction contract to InRoads, LLC for $318,959. They also approved a resolution to advance the Hope Sports Plex donation, authorized an urban renewal loan agreement for the Wallace Farm Park project, and set a public hearing for proposed water and sewer rate changes. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the DMACC training resolution.

• Approved 2022 Asphalt Overlay contract to InRoads, LLC for $318,959 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 04-0622 establishing intent to advance Hope Sports Plex donation (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 04-0522 for urban renewal loan agreement up to $1.2M for Wallace Farm Park (5-0)
• Set public hearing for April 26, 2022 on water, sewer, solid waste, and recycling rate changes (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 760 rezoning at NW 27th & North James to R-3 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 04-0322 for DMACC Lean Training services (4-0, Gisch abstained)
• Approved Resolution 04-1722 authorizing purchase negotiations for 309 E 1st Street (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,979,501.31 in claims and multiple pay requests (5-0)

City Council

The provided agenda contains only procedural items for a workshop meeting. No specific discussion topics or decisions are listed in the text.

The City Council held a workshop to discuss the proposed GrimesPlex donation and project. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned without any votes on the matter.

• Discussed GrimesPlex donation and project (no action taken)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will consider preliminary and final plats for Hope Commercial Plat 5, located west of Highway 141. The agenda also includes site plan amendments for DCG High School and 4235 SE Beisser Drive, a rezoning for M-Keds, and a site plan for the Waterworks Park Splash Pad.

• Hope Commercial Plat 5 – Preliminary and Final Plats
• DCG High School Addition – Site Plan Amendment
• 4235 SE Beisser Drive – Site Plan Amendment
• M-Keds – Rezone
• Waterworks Park Splash Pad – Site Plan

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Park Board will review minutes from the March 2, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes updates regarding the GrimesPlex, Wallace Farm, and a preview of summer 2022 recreation.

• Approval of March 2, 2022 minutes
• GrimesPlex update
• Wallace Farm update
• Summer 2022 Recreation Preview

City Council

The provided agenda for the March 22, 2022, meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific discussion topics or decisions.

The Grimes City Council unanimously approved a revised proposal from Hope Development to donate a 50-acre sports complex site and $12 million to the city for its construction, with the city collecting all revenue and gaining immediate access for recreation programming. The council also approved the FY 22-23 budget, which decreases the property tax levy by .22 cents per $1,000 of taxable value, and authorized a $144,000 elevator contract for the new library. Several rezoning, plat, and site plan approvals were granted, including a first reading for a townhome rezone at NW 27th and North James Street.

• Approved Resolution 03-3722 accepting Hope District donation of 50-acre sports complex site and $12M (5-0)
• Approved FY 22-23 budget with property tax levy decrease of .22 cents per $1,000 (5-0)
• Approved Urban Renewal Plan Amendment for Wallace Farm Project (5-0)
• Awarded $144,000 elevator construction contract to Kone, Inc. for new library (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 760 to rezone property at NW 27th & North James to R-3 Medium (5-0)
• Authorized development agreement negotiation with Rock Creek Investments for medical park (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Willow Hills North with 91 single-family lots and 7.5 acres parkland (5-0)
• Approved Walmart site plan amendment for 980 sq ft online grocery pickup addition (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Grimes Board of Adjustment will consider a request from Walmart to allow non-earth tone colored precast at 2150 E 1st Street. The applicant proposes using blue paint for brand consistency and visibility at the online grocery pickup area.

• Variance request for blue precast at 2150 E 1st Street

Tree Board

The Tree Board will discuss planning for Arbor Day on April 30, 2022, and the Trees for Kids Grant. The meeting also includes updates from Public Works and Park & Recreation.

• Arbor Day planning
• Trees for Kids Grant
• Public Works updates from Dave Guthrie
• Park & Recreation updates

The Tree Board approved the agenda and prior minutes, then reappointed Lee Goldsmith as Chair and Mark Dungan as Co-Chair for 2022. The board discussed Arbor Day 2022 planning, including grant applications and potential tree suppliers, but made no final decisions on those items.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved September 15, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Reappointed Lee Goldsmith as Chair and Mark Dungan as Co-Chair for 2022 (5-0)

City Council

The provided text contains only the meeting title and links to PDF documents. It does not list any specific agenda items, resolutions, or discussions. Therefore, no substantive information about what the council decided or discussed is available in this source.

The Council awarded two construction contracts for the WRA Grimes Connector project: $9,530,000 to S.M. Hentges & Sons for Contract 2 and $8,235,801 to Rognes Corporation for Contract 3, both approved unanimously. The Council also approved the proposed max levy for FY 2022-23, lowering the property tax rate from $11.41 to $11.18 per thousand, and passed Ordinance 759 amending solicitation of funds rules. A $25,000 donation from Mid-American Energy to the new library building fund was accepted.

• Awarded WRA Grimes Connector Contract 2 to S.M. Hentges & Sons for $9,530,000 (5-0)
• Awarded WRA Grimes Connector Contract 3 to Rognes Corporation for $8,235,801 (5-0)
• Approved proposed max levy for FY 22-23, lowering tax rate to $11.18 per thousand (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 759 amending solicitation of funds code section 5-3-3 (5-0)
• Approved resolution on general obligation loan agreements for capital projects (5-0)
• Accepted $25,000 donation from Mid-American Energy for new library fund
• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $877,500.48 (5-0)

Public Health & Safety Advisory Board

The board will review reports from the Fire Department and the Sheriff’s Office. Members will also receive an update on radar trailer/sign data and continue discussing priorities for 2022.

• Fire Department Report
• Sheriff’s Report
• Radar trailer/sign data update
• Discussion of 2022 priorities

The Grimes Public Health and Safety Advisory Board met on March 3, 2022, and approved the agenda and February minutes. The board received reports from the fire department and sheriff's office, discussed traffic concerns near Heritage Elementary, and continued planning for 2022 priorities, including increasing board visibility at community events. No formal decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Clark, second by Leinenkugel)
• Approved February 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Grove, second by Galetich)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Grimes Park Board will review new board appointments and a City Council liaison appointment. The meeting includes updates on Glenstone Disc Golf, gym facilities, and seasonal programs. The board will also discuss parkland dedication.

• New Parks and Recreation Board appointments (Renee Johnson, Shane Smith)
• City Council liaison appointment (Councilman Burger)
• Glenstone Disc Golf update
• Programs and Facilities update (Gym Floor, Basketball, Spring Break Camps, Spring/Summer Brochure)
• Parkland Dedication Discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review several development projects, including site plan amendments and preliminary plats. A primary item is the rezoning of the James Point property to allow for 26 townhome units. Other discussions include updates for Walmart and Grimes Tree Farm.

• Rezoning of James Point to R-3 Medium for 26 townhomes
• Site Plan Amendment for Grimes Tree Farm
• Site Plan Amendment for Walmart
• Preliminary Plat for Willow Hills North
• Final Plat for James Street Villas Plat 2

City Council

This agenda contains only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no specific action items, discussions, or decisions listed. It appears to be a procedural placeholder for the February 22, 2022 City Council meeting.

City Council

The Grimes City Council will hold a budget workshop following its regular meeting on February 8, 2022. This session at the Grimes Community Center is dedicated to budget discussions.

• Budget discussions

The Dana City Council met for a budget meeting on February 8, 2022, where the Capital Improvement Plan was reviewed and department heads presented their budgets for discussion. No formal votes or decisions were made during the meeting; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting at 9:36 p.m. (5-0)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Dana City Council meeting on February 8, 2022. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no specific action items or discussion topics provided.

Public Health & Safety Advisory Board

The Public Health and Safety Advisory Board will review reports from the Fire Department and Sheriff’s Office. The meeting includes a discussion on establishing priorities for 2022 and an update on radar trailer/sign data.

• Fire Department Report
• Sheriff’s Report
• Establishing 2022 priorities
• Radar trailer/sign data update

The Grimes Public Health and Safety Advisory Board met on February 3, 2022, and discussed setting 2022 priorities, including traffic safety, neighborhood watch options, and a review of the fire/EMS partnership with Johnston. No formal decisions were made; the board requested input from city staff and council on priorities and planned further discussion. The board also discussed traffic issues near Heritage Elementary, with Councilman Burger coordinating with the sheriff's office to follow up with the school principal.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Leinenkugel, second by Grove)
• Approved January 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Grove, second by Burrough)
• Discussed 2022 priorities; no formal action taken
• Identified next steps for neighborhood watch, including newsletter outreach
• Discussed Heritage Elementary traffic issues; Burger to coordinate with PCSO and school principal

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Grimes Park Board is meeting virtually to discuss seasonal programming and board appointments. The agenda includes a review of the splash pad and an update on fall/winter programs from Mark Schulz.

• Fall/Winter Program Update from Mark Schulz
• Splash Pad Review
• Board Appointments
• Approval of November 17th meeting minutes

City Council

This is a procedural-only agenda for the Dana City Council meeting on January 25, 2022. The agenda lists only the agenda itself and meeting materials, with no specific action items, discussions, or decisions noted.

The council awarded the WRA Grimes Connector Contract No. 4 to Shank Constructors, Inc. for $8,068,100, the lowest of five bids, despite costs exceeding estimates due to labor and material shortages. They also approved a site plan for three flex warehouses, a preliminary plat for two lots, a final plat for 78 townhome lots, and appointed Russ Lickteig to the Planning and Zoning Board. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Awarded WRA Grimes Connector Contract 4 to Shank Constructors for $8,068,100 (4-0)
• Approved Jordison Construction site plan for three 20,000 sq ft flex warehouses (4-0)
• Approved Princeton Subdivision Plat 4 preliminary plat for two lots (4-0)
• Approved Autumn Park Plat 7 final plat for 78 townhome lots (4-0)
• Appointed Russ Lickteig to Planning and Zoning Board (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills, licenses, and resolutions (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission is reviewing a final plat for 78 townhomes at NW Brookside Drive and West 1st Street. The records also detail recent approvals for the Destination Market commercial site and a warehouse distribution project.

• Autumn Park Plat 7: Final plat for 78 townhome lots
• Destination Market Plat 7: Final plat for Panera Bread and Freddy’s Steakburgers
• Princeton Subdivision Plat 4: Preliminary and final plats
• Jordison Construction: Site plan for a warehouse distribution site

City Council

This is a procedural agenda with only the agenda and meeting materials packet listed. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are identified for this meeting.

The council approved the Meadows Plat 1 preliminary plat, allowing subdivision of a 161-acre site into 281 single-family lots plus townhome, multi-family, and parkland areas. The consent agenda, including numerous pay requests, change orders, and resolutions, was also approved unanimously. An audit report found no compliance or internal control issues.

• Approved Meadows Plat 1 preliminary plat (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including pay requests, change orders, and resolutions (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 01-0122 approving bills over $10,000
• Approved Resolution 01-0822 professional services agreement with MSA for SE Jacob Street reconstruction
• Approved Resolution 01-0222 consent for improvements at 2607 NW Ridgewood Dr
• Approved Resolution 01-0322 grant agreement for new library
• Approved Resolution 01-1722 offer to purchase WRA Wegand property
• Set public hearing for Feb 8, 2022 on vacating flowage easements in Heritage at Grimes Commercial Plat 3

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing several land subdivision requests during an electronic meeting. This includes a final plat for Destination Market Plat 7 at 2125 E 1st Street and a preliminary plat for Princeton Subdivision at 1884 SE Destination Drive. The agenda also includes a site plan review for Jordison Construction.

• Final Plat: Destination Market Plat 7 (2125 E 1st Street)
• Preliminary Plat: Princeton Subdivision Plat 4 (1884 SE Destination Drive)
• Final Plat: Princeton Subdivision Plat 4
• Site Plan: Jordison Construction