Dana public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will review a consent agenda including financial reports, personnel transactions, and various professional service payments. Discussion items include the new public library construction progress, water main improvements, and several capital project payment requests.

• New Public Library pay requests totaling over $150,000
• WRA Grimes Connector contract payments and change orders
• SE Little Beaver 4th, 5th & 6th Water Main Project plans and contracts
• NW County Line Road Water Main Improvement Project public hearing
• Claims Report totaling $5,584,733.58

General

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss the Destination Drive Area Plan and the Northwest Territory Area Plan. The meeting also includes a review of the Rock Creek Plat 1 Final Plat.

• Rock Creek Plat 1 Final Plat
• Destination Drive Area Plan Discussion
• Northwest Territory Area Plan Discussion

General

The Board will discuss the reservation process for the Baseball & Softball Club. Updates are also scheduled regarding the GrimesPlex Splash Pad, South Complex, and trail improvements.

• Baseball & Softball Club Reservation Process
• GrimesPlex Splash Pad & South Complex Update
• Trail Improvements Update
• Approval of September 27, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including claims, change orders, and professional service payments. The public agenda includes an oath of office, a preliminary plat review for Hope Timber, and a notice of intent to withdraw from DART.

• Claims Report totaling $2,773,722.41
• Change Order #5: Sternquist Construction, Inc. SE Trail Ridge Road Reconstruction increasing contract by $23,341.03
• Pay Request #15: McClure Engineering Company Phase 1A Water System Improvements for $16,792.38
• Legal services for New Grimes Library in the amount of $1,500
• Hope Timber Preliminary Plat review

Tree Board

The Tree Board will meet to discuss planning for the location of Arbor Day 2024. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding an Ash Tree Action Plan.

• Arbor Day 2024 Location Planning
• Ash Tree Action Plan Discussion

City Council

The Grimes City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 784 to rezone 212 SE Main Street, along with an associated development agreement. The consent agenda includes approval of claims totaling over $3.7 million, capital improvement payments for the new library and GrimesPlex, and several change orders increasing contract amounts.

• Rezoning request for 212 SE Main Street (Ordinance 784)
• Claims report totaling $3,720,238.34 to Edge Commercial for GrimesPlex and Waterworks Park
• Capital improvement payments including $2,541,107.57 for GrimesPlex and $548,185.05 for Waterworks Park
• Change orders increasing contracts, including $149,387.55 for SE Jacob Street reconstruction
• Agreement with Iowa DOT for Iowa 141 Corridor Access Management Plan

City Council

The Grimes City Council is conducting a strategic planning session. This meeting includes a discussion led by facilitator Lyle Symek.

• Strategic planning discussion with facilitator Lyle Symek

City Council

The Grimes City Council is conducting a multi-day strategic planning session. The agenda includes a discussion led by facilitator Lyle Symek.

• Strategic planning discussion with facilitator Lyle Symek

City Council

The City Council will review several financial resolutions, including a proposal for $8,543,000 in Water Revenue Bonds. The agenda includes numerous professional service and capital improvement payments for local projects such as the New Grimes Public Library and WRA Grimes Connector.

• $8,543,000 Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2023
• Kwik Star #1055 Class B Retail Alcohol License renewal
• Casey’s General Store #3507 Class E Retail Liquor License renewal
• GrimesPlex fiber connection construction proposal: $57,803.50
• WRA Grimes Connector capital improvement payments

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Grimes Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing the final plat for Willow Hills North Plat 1, which involves subdividing 40.37 acres into 50 lots. This project includes a dedication of 6.75 acres for parkland. Other agenda items include the Hope Meadows Plat 1 and a rezone for 212 SE Main Street.

• Willow Hills North Plat 1 Final Plat (40.37-acre subdivision)
• Hope Meadows Plat 1 Final Plat
• 212 SE Main Street Rezone
• 212 SE Main Street Site Plan
• $72,020.55 in development fees for Willow Hills North Plat 1

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Board will review a preview of the Strategic Plan and the Annual Report. Discussion includes a program spotlight on Youth Flag Football and a conceptual design for Lions Park.

• Strategic Plan Preview
• Annual Report Preview
• Youth Flag Football Program Spotlight
• Lions Park Conceptual Design

City Council

The Grimes City Council is reviewing plans for intersection improvements at NE Beaverbrooke Boulevard and IA 141. The meeting also includes public hearings for new water and sewer system construction. Additionally, the council will consider various capital project payments for the New Grimes Public Library.

• Rezoning of 212 SE Main Street from C-1 to R-4
• Plans and contract awards for NE Beaverbrooke Boulevard and IA 141 intersection improvements
• Construction plans for WTP to North James Street Feeder Main
• Construction of the SE/SW 19th Street Sanitary Sewer Extension
• Capital project payments for the New Grimes Public Library, including $157,206.98 for Performance Contracting, Inc.

Tree Board

The Grimes Tree Board will discuss ash tree felling by Heartland Timber and plan the location for Arbor Day. The meeting also includes a public forum.

• Heartland Timber - Ash Tree Felling Discussion
• Arbor Day Location Planning

City Council

The City Council will consider various professional service payments, infrastructure improvements, and construction contract awards. Key discussions include progress on the New Grimes Public Library and several road and water main projects.

• Construction contract for NW 100th Street Reconstruction Project
• $87,394.00 proposal from Howrey Construction, Inc for Shawver Park Trail Extension
• Change orders for the New Grimes Public Library totaling over $185,000
• Professional service payments for legal fees and engineering services
• Agreement regarding storm sewer maintenance for Lot 2 Crossroads Plat 2

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Board will review capital improvement plan equipment purchases and receive an update on the GrimesPlex. Discussion items include a report from the President, city staff updates regarding the Splash Pad, and a report from the Council Liaison.

• CIP Equipment Purchase
• GrimesPlex Update
• Movie in the Park Recap
• Splash Pad Update

City Council

The council will consider several infrastructure improvements, including intersection upgrades and sewer extensions. The meeting also includes the review of multiple pay requests for the New Grimes Public Library and the GrimesPlex development. Additionally, the council will discuss street improvements for South James Street and SE 11th Street.

• Pay Request #6 to Edge Commercial, LLC for GrimesPlex: $2,772,184.36
• Construction orders for NE Beaverbrooke Boulevard and IA 141 intersection improvements
• Plans and contracts for South James Street and SE 11th Street improvements
• Renewal of liquor licenses for Food Depot and Fareway Stores #983
• Request for a special census in April 2025

The City Council approved a construction contract for road improvements and finalized a property plat and alley vacation on SE Main Street. The council also approved a wide range of consent items, including liquor license renewals and various project pay requests.

• Awarded $9,047,309.99 construction contract to Absolute Concrete for South James Street and SE 11th Street Improvements (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Town of Grimes Plat 2 (4-0)
• Approved vacating public alley in Town of Grimes Plat 2 and conveying land to adjoining owner (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including liquor license renewals for Food Depot and Fareway Stores #983 (4-0)
• Approved 28E Agreement with City of Johnston for sharing Fire and EMS administrative resources (4-0)
• Approved $2,772,184.36 pay request to Edge Commercial, LLC for GrimesPlex (4-0)
• Approved purchase of office furniture for Public Works Building (4-0)
• Approved request for special census in April 2025 (4-0)

Tree Board

The Grimes Tree Board will perform an on-site tree observation and planting review at the North Sports Complex. No other general agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• On-site planting review at North Sports Complex
• On-site tree observation at North Sports Complex

The Tree Board conducted a general inspection of trees at the North Sports Complex. Some trees were recommended for removal, with further discussion scheduled for the next meeting with Public Works.

• Recommended removal of select trees at North Sports Complex

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission voted to approve three development projects: Hope Commercial Plat 6, the Hope District Apartments Site Plan, and the Grimes Ground Storage Reservoir Site Plan. The meeting also included a review of the Hope Timber Preliminary Plat proposal.

• Approval of Hope Commercial Plat 6 for commercial and residential development
• Approval of Hope District Apartments Site Plan featuring underground parking
• Approval of Grimes Ground Storage Reservoir Site Plan near the water treatment plant
• Review of Hope Timber Preliminary Plat at Highway 44 and County Line Road

City Council

The council will consider a proposal for a water revenue loan of up to $12,500,000. Agenda items include rezoning property at Grimes Crossing and reviewing plans for the SW 19th Street Water Transmission Main. The meeting also includes reviews of various capital project payments and professional service agreements.

• Proposal for a water revenue loan and disbursement agreement not to exceed $12,500,000
• Third reading of Ordinance #783 regarding rezoning Grimes Crossing from C-2 to R-3
• Plans and contracts for the SW 19th Street Water Transmission Main
• Plans and contracts for the Grimes Ground Storage Reservoir
• Payment request of $482,984.94 for NW 107th Street HMA Overlay

The City Council approved a loan agreement for water system improvements and finalized a rezoning request for a townhome development. The council also accepted the Iowa Great Places Designation and approved a wide range of consent agenda items including capital project payments.

• Approved Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement not to exceed $12.5M (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of Grimes Crossing to R-3 Medium Density for 12 townhome units (4-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding for Iowa Great Places Designation (4-0)
• Approved amended consent agenda including alcohol licenses and capital project payments (4-0)
• Approved purchase of Broderick and EBH properties (4-0)
• Approved equipment transactions and disposal pursuant to FY23 budget (4-0)
• Approved Destination Grill Agreement (4-0)
• Set public hearings for NE Beaverbrooke Blvd and S James Street improvements (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Park Board will discuss the WRA and South James Area Plans for parks and trails. The meeting also includes a review of the GrimesPlex concession agreement and a date extension for the Farmers & Community Market.

• WRA Area Plan discussion regarding parks and trails
• South James Area Plan discussion regarding parks and trails
• GrimesPlex concession agreement with Destination Grille
• Grimes Farmers & Community Market date extension

Tree Board

The Grimes Tree Board will meet to discuss tree maintenance. The agenda includes a public forum regarding tree removal, replanting, and cottonwood reduction.

• Public forum on tree removal and replanting
• Discussion of cottonwood reduction
• Tree maintenance discussion

The Tree Board approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Public Works Director Kevin Hensley reported on tree inventory and replacement ratios, and noted that a potential homeowner grant program for tree removal will be explored during fall Strategic Planning sessions.

• Approved the agenda (4-0)
• Approved the previous minutes (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved site plans for Inspiring Dance and the Grimes Plex lighting amendment. The commission also reviewed the Hope Commercial Plat 6 preliminary plat for future commercial and residential use. These items involve changes to local land use, streets, and utilities.

• Approval of Inspiring Dance Site Plan at SE Destination Drive and SE 3rd Street
• Approval of Destination Ridge Plat 7 Final Plat
• Approval of Town of Grimes Plat 2 Final Plat
• Approval of Grimes Plex Site Plan Amendment for field and parking lot lighting
• Staff recommendation for Hope Commercial Plat 6 Preliminary Plat

City Council

The council will review ordinances regarding land rezoning for Hope Timber and Grimes Crossing. The meeting includes a public hearing on a loan for drinking water infrastructure improvements. Additionally, the council will process various construction pay requests for projects like the New Grimes Library and GrimesPlex.

• Third reading of Ordinance #779 regarding rezoning for Hope Timber
• Adoption of the Grimes Rental Program via Ordinance #782
• $5,598,522.01 pay request for Edge Commercial, LLC at GrimesPlex
• Public hearing on State Revolving Fund loan for drinking water infrastructure
• Rezoning of Grimes Crossing from C-2 to R-3 via Ordinance #783

The City Council passed three ordinances regarding the Hope Timber rezoning, the Hope Commercial PUD, and the adoption of the Grimes Rental Program. The Council also approved a second reading for the rezoning of the Grimes Crossing property.

• Approved Final Passage of Ordinance #779 for Hope Timber rezoning and development agreement (5-0)
• Approved Final Passage of Ordinance #781 amending the Hope Commercial Planned Unit Development (5-0)
• Approved Final Passage of Ordinance #782 adopting the Grimes Rental Program (5-0)
• Approved Second Reading of Ordinance 783 for Grimes Crossing rezoning to R-3 Medium Density (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $10.5M claims report and various professional service payments (5-0)
• Approved $561,000 proposal from MidAmerican Energy for undergrounding electric facilities on S. James Street (5-0)
• Approved a date for public hearing to borrow up to $12.5M for water revenue loan (5-0)
• Approved FY 2024 employee compensation adjustments and salary ranges (5-0)

Tree Board

The Grimes Tree Board meeting includes discussions regarding tree maintenance on private property and potential grant opportunities. The agenda also includes a public forum and the approval of previous minutes.

• Tree maintenance on private property
• Grant opportunities

The board discussed resident concerns regarding dead or diseased trees on private property and reviewed potential tree planting grant sources. No formal actions were taken regarding maintenance programs or grants.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)

Storm Water Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss MS4 requirements, construction site management, and public outreach efforts. The agenda also includes updates on current and upcoming Capital Improvement Program projects.

• Construction site management including topsoil and concrete washout
• Public education via social media and the S.W.A.G Program
• Current CIP projects like New Public Library and North Sports Complex Parking
• Upcoming improvements for 44 Trail Extension and Wallace Park
• Volunteer recruitment for the Adopt-a-Stream program

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the GrimesPlex Buildings Project, including plans, contracts, and bonds. They are also considering sponsorship management services and food concessions for the facility.

• Public hearing on GrimesPlex Buildings Project
• Agreement for GrimesPlex Sponsorship Management Services
• MOU with Destination Grille for food concessions at GrimesPlex
• Fireworks permit for Cutty’s Des Moines Camping Club, Inc.
• Cleaning services agreement for Grimes Community Complex

The City Council approved a construction contract with Edge Commercial for concession and maintenance buildings at the GrimesPlex. The Council also approved a sponsorship management agreement and a memorandum of understanding for food concessions.

• Awarded $4,538,000 construction contract to Edge Commercial for GrimesPlex buildings (5-0)
• Approved Agreement with Choice Creative Solutions for GrimesPlex sponsorship management (5-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Destination Grille for GrimesPlex food concessions (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 06-0123 through 06-1423 Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Approved plans, specifications, and cost estimates for GrimesPlex buildings (5-0)
• Authorized construction contract and bond for GrimesPlex buildings (5-0)
• Approved fireworks permit for Cutty’s Des Moines Camping Club, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved new Class E Retail alcohol license for Grimes Liquor Shop (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Grimes Planning and Zoning Commission will review several development proposals. These include a site plan for Inspiring Dance and a site plan amendment for Grimes Plex. The commission will also consider final plats for Destination Ridge and the Town of Grimes.

• Inspiring Dance Site Plan at 2340 SE 3rd Street
• Destination Ridge Plat 7 Final Plat
• Town of Grimes Plat 2 Final Plat
• Grimes Plex Site Plan Amendment

City Council

The council will consider several ordinances, including the adoption of a new rental program and changes to parking requirements. The meeting includes review of infrastructure payments, such as nearly $2 million for the GrimesPlex project. Additionally, the agenda features discussions on budget amendments and property rezonings.

• Pay request of $1,978,044.94 for Edge Commercial, LLC regarding GrimesPlex
• Adoption of the Grimes Rental Program via Ordinance #782
• Proposed rezoning of Grimes Crossing from C-2 to R-3 density
• $17,290.40 for repairs to a 2016 Rescue Engine
• Intergovernmental agreement for a mobile ventilation unit with neighboring cities

The Council approved the second reading of several ordinances, including a rezoning request for Hope Timber and the adoption of the Grimes Rental Program. It also finalized updates to off-street parking requirements and the Hope Commercial Planned Unit Development. A rezoning request for Grimes Crossing was received and filed following a public protest petition.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance #779 to rezone 67 acres at Hwy 44 and NW County Line Road to R-4 (PUD) and C-2 (4-0)
• Approved final passage of Ordinance #780 updating off-street parking and circulation requirements (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance #781 amending the Hope Commercial Planned Unit Development (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 782 adopting the Grimes Rental Program (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $5.7M claims report and various professional service payments (4-0)
• Approved $1.9M pay request for Edge Commercial, LLC regarding GrimesPlex
• Approved $17,290.40 for repairs to 2016 Rescue Engine
• Received and filed protest petition for the proposed rezoning of Grimes Crossing to R-3 Medium

Tree Board

The Grimes Tree Board will meet at GrimesPlex Pond & Trail. The meeting is a follow-up regarding Arbor Day plantings.

• Follow-up on Arbor Day plantings

Fire Board

The Johnston Grimes Metropolitan Fire Department Board will meet to consider the Draft 28E Agreement. The board will also discuss FY 2024 staffing levels and the transition to all full-time staff starting July 1, 2023. Additionally, members will review ambulance rates and quarterly reports on expenditures and fire marshal activity.

• Review of Draft 28E Agreement for possible action or direction
• Discussion on FY 2024 staffing levels
• Transition to all Full-Time staff starting July 1, 2023
• Review of ambulance rates
• Quarterly reports on expenditures and Fire Marshal activity

City Council

The council will review construction pay requests for the WRA Grimes Connector and the new Grimes Public Library. They will also consider plans and contracts for the NW 107th Street HMA Overlay Project. Additionally, the agenda includes alcohol license renewals and city policy updates.

• NW 107th Street HMA Overlay Project construction contract and award
• Pay requests for WRA Grimes Connector projects
• Pay requests for the New Grimes Public Library
• Alcohol license renewals for Kum & Go, Aldi, and the Grimes Chamber
• GrimesPlex change order increasing contract by $95,854.00

The City Council held a workshop consisting of presentations from department heads. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded.

Fire Board

The Board will review a draft 28E agreement regarding the coordination of fire and EMS services between Grimes and Johnston. The meeting includes discussions on FY 2024 staffing levels and ambulance rates. Additionally, the Board will receive updates on year-end statistics and quarterly reports.

• Review of Draft 28E Agreement
• Discussion on FY 2024 staffing levels starting July 1, 2023
• Discussion regarding ambulance rates
• Report on balance of expenditures between communities
• Fire Marshal activity report

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review the site plan for GreenState Credit Union at 1301 E 1st Street. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Grimes Crossing rezone and the South James and WRA area plans.

• GreenState Credit Union site plan review
• Grimes Crossing Rezone discussion
• South James Area Plan discussion
• WRA Area Plan discussion

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Park Board will discuss the city's donation policy and receive an update on the GrimesPlex. The meeting also includes a preview of upcoming special events.

• Donation Policy discussion
• GrimesPlex update
• Special Events Preview

City Council

The council will hold public hearings regarding the Iowa Highway 44 Trail Extension and the rezoning of 'Hope Timber' property. Members are also considering amendments to the city's rental program and parking ordinances. Additionally, the council is reviewing various construction payments for the new library and GrimesPlex projects.

• Public hearing on Iowa Highway 44 Trail Extension plans and contracts
• First reading of Ordinance 779 regarding 'Hope Timber' property rezoning
• Construction payment of $303,150.70 to Performance Contracting, Inc. for the new library
• Public hearing on amendments to the Grimes Rental Program

The Council awarded the Iowa Highway 44 Trail Extension contract to Howrey Construction, Inc. and approved the first reading of two ordinances regarding zoning and parking regulations. The Council also approved a wide range of consent agenda items, including payments for the new public library and GrimesPlex.

• Awarded Iowa Highway 44 Trail Extension contract to Howrey Construction, Inc. for $452,810 (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 779 to rezone 67.81 acres at Highway 44 and NW County Line Road from A-1 to R-4 (PUD) and C-2 (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 780 to amend off-street parking, circulation, and loading regulations (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $7,533,086.91 claims report (5-0)
• Approved retail permit for Grimes Smoke and Vape at 250 SE Destination Drive (5-0)
• Approved various pay requests for New Grimes Public Library and GrimesPlex (5-0)
• Approved agreement for cemetery lawn care services with Redbud Landscaping (5-0)
• Approved final plat of Brookside Village Plat 1 (5-0)

Tree Board

The Grimes Tree Board will meet on-site at the GrimesPlex Pond & Trail. Members will identify specific locations for upcoming Arbor Day plantings.

• Marking planting locations for Arbor Day

City Council

The council is reviewing plans, contracts, and bonds for the Iowa Highway 44 Trail Extension. They are also conducting a second reading of an ordinance regarding recycling and solid waste collection fees.

• Second reading of Ordinance 778 regarding recycling and solid waste collection fees
• Construction contracts and bonds for the Iowa Highway 44 Trail Extension
• Ordering construction for the NW 107th Street HMA Overlay
• Liquor license renewals for Spirits Liquor, Casey’s General Store #2502, and Premier Nail Bar
• Payment requests for various projects, including $1,098,062.07 for WRA Connector Contract 2

The Council approved Ordinance 778 to increase monthly recycling fees to $4.54 and solid waste fees to $11.13. A public hearing for the Iowa Highway 44 Trail Extension was scheduled for April 25th.

• Approved Ordinance 778 increasing recycling and solid waste fees (5-0)
• Set public hearing for April 25th regarding Highway 44 Trail Extension (5-0)
• Approved $3,259,511.52 Claims Report (5-0)
• Approved liquor license renewals for 109 E. 1st Street, Casey’s General Store, and Premier Nail Bar (5-0)
• Approved $1,098,062.07 pay request for S.M. Hentges & Sons, Inc (5-0)
• Approved $572,937.88 pay request for S.J. Louis Construction, Inc (5-0)
• Approved $406,928.99 pay request for Shank Constructors (5-0)
• Approved construction of NW 107th Street HMA Overlay (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a rezoning request from Hope Timber, LLC at Highway 44 and County Line Road. The agenda also includes a commercial PUD amendment and updates to parking and loading ordinances. Additionally, the commission will elect its officers.

• Hope Timber rezone from A-1 to PUD and C-2
• Hope Commercial PUD Amendment
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment: Off-Street Parking, Circulation, and Loading
• Election of Commission Officers

City Council

The council will conduct public hearings regarding the upcoming fiscal year budget and several zoning amendments. The agenda also includes consideration of settlement agreements with companies including CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart regarding opioid allocation. Additionally, the council will discuss property disposal at the Enterprise Water Tower Site.

• Public hearing for rezoning 'Hope Timber' near Highway 44 and NW County Line Road
• $45,378.50 for temporary traffic signalization at S James Street and SE 19th Street
• Settlement agreements with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart regarding opioid allocation
• Public hearing on the disposal of property at the Enterprise Water Tower Site
• Approval of alcohol licenses for Hacienda Vieja and Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh #2

The City Council approved the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget and authorized a loan agreement to complete the GrimesPlex project. Council also approved the first reading of an ordinance to increase waste and recycling fees and authorized negotiations to sell a one-acre city lot to Adamantine Spine Moving.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 budget with levy rate of 11.07553 (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 778 increasing recycling fees to $4.54/month and solid waste fees to $11.13/cart (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 03-4323 to negotiate purchase agreement for Enterprise Water Tower Site with Adamantine Spine Moving (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 03-4423 for General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreement for GrimesPlex (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $1,053,065.90 claims report and various contracts (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for April 25, 2023, regarding Hope Timber rezoning and zoning ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for April 25, 2023, to consider amending Hope Commercial PUD (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for April 25, 2023, regarding adoption of the Grimes Rental Program (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Grimes Park Board will discuss the GrimesPlex fee schedule and receive staff updates. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a baseball club donation and facility usage for DCG baseball, softball, and soccer.

• GrimesPlex Fee Schedule
• Baseball Club Donation
• DCG Baseball, Softball & Soccer Facility Usage
• Approval of February 23, 2023 meeting minutes

Tree Board

The Grimes Tree Board will meet to review final input on ordinance revisions and plan for Arbor Day 2023. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as the approval of previous minutes.

• Ordinance Review - Final Input on Revisions Due
• Arbor Day 2023 Planning

City Council

The Grimes City Council is reviewing proposals for significant infrastructure and financial actions. This includes public hearings for a $9,910,000 loan agreement and the SE Trail Ridge Road Reconstruction. The council will also consider various payments for library and connector projects.

• Public hearing for a General Obligation Loan Agreement not to exceed $9,910,000
• Plans and contracts for SE Trail Ridge Road Reconstruction
• Pay requests for the WRA Grimes Connector including a $1,296,023.00 contract
• Proposed amendments to city codes regarding recyclable materials and solid waste collection
• Real estate purchase agreement for 100th Street Reconstruction

The Council awarded a reconstruction contract for SE Trail Ridge Road and approved a General Obligation Loan Agreement for capital improvements. They also approved an Urban Renewal Plan amendment and the proposed maximum property tax levy for Fiscal Year 2023-24.

• Awarded SE Trail Ridge Road Reconstruction contract to Sternquist Construction, Inc for $1,445,265.55 (4-0)
• Approved General Obligation Loan Agreement not to exceed $9,910,000 (4-0)
• Approved Urban Renewal Plan Amendment with additional maximum indebtedness of $35,575,000 (4-0)
• Approved proposed maximum property tax levy for FY 2023-24, decreasing rate from 11.18908 to 11.07553 (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $3,829,194.22 claims report and various professional service pay requests (4-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with City of Johnston for NW 107th Street HMA Overlay Project (4-0)
• Approved real estate purchase agreement for 100th Street Reconstruction M-KEDS, LTD (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a proposal for a General Obligation Loan Agreement up to $9,910,000.00. The agenda includes public hearings for ordinances regarding water meter regulations and storm water service charges. The council will also review construction pay requests for the New Grimes Public Library.

• General Obligation Loan Agreement up to $9,910,000.00
• Pay requests for New Grimes Public Library construction
• Ordinance amendments for water and storm water service charges
• Architectural services agreement for the new Fire Station
• License renewals for Americinn of Grimes and El Huapango Mexican Restaurant

The Council approved professional service agreements with SVPA Architects, Inc. and The Weitz Company, LLC for the design and construction management of a new fire station. Additionally, the Council passed three ordinances updating the city code regarding water service systems, water meters, and water/stormwater charges.

• Approved architectural services agreement with SVPA Architects, Inc. for new fire station (4-0)
• Approved construction management agreement with The Weitz Company, LLC for new fire station (4-0)
• Passed Ordinance 774 amending zoning regulations for 'General Regulations' (4-0)
• Passed Ordinance 775 regulating installation and maintenance of public water service systems (4-0)
• Passed Ordinance 776 regulating installation and maintenance of water meters (4-0)
• Passed Ordinance 777 regulating city charges for water and storm water services (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 02-3123 setting March 28, 2023, as the public hearing date for disposal of the Enterprise Water Tower site
• Approved Consent Agenda including $1,298,248.79 claims report and various library pay requests (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Park Board will conduct elections for its officers. The meeting includes presentations regarding summer happenings and a Farmers Market update. Additionally, the board will receive a budget workshop update from city staff.

• Election of Officers
• Summer Happenings Presentation
• Farmers Market Update
• Budget Workshop Update

Tree Board

The meeting includes discussions on final input for ordinance revisions and planning for Arbor Day 2023. A report regarding the Park Board Memorial/Commemorative Program will also be presented.

• Ordinance review and final input on revisions
• Arbor Day 2023 planning
• Report on Park Board Memorial/Commemorative Program

The Tree Board discussed recommendations for clarity in Ordinance Chapter 13-6 and reviewed planning for Arbor Day. No final decisions were made on the ordinance or the number of trees for Arbor Day, pending grant approval.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved January 18, 2023 minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Council will conduct a workshop regarding the 2024 budget and Capital Improvement Program. The agenda includes setting public hearings for new water service regulations and reviewing zoning ordinance amendments. Additionally, the Council will consider speed limit changes on SW 19th Street and various infrastructure construction payments.

• Increasing the speed limit on SW 19th Street from 35 MPH to 45 MPH
• Setting public hearings for ordinances regulating public water services and meters
• Second reading of Ordinance 774 regarding zoning regulations
• Approving pay applications for New Grimes Public Library and WRA Connector projects
• Accepting a sanitary sewer easement for Hope Meadows

The Council approved a second reading of Ordinance 774 to amend zoning general regulations. The body also approved a consent agenda including multiple construction pay requests and public hearing dates for water service and meter ordinances.

• Approved Second Reading of Ordinance 774 amending Zoning Ordinance General Regulations (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $4,460,201.44 Claims Report (5-0)
• Approved ABD License Renewals for Quik Trip and Dollar General (5-0)
• Set Feb 28, 2023 public hearings for Ordinances 775, 776, and 777 regarding water services and meters (5-0)
• Set March 14, 2023 public hearing for Urban Renewal Plan Amendment (5-0)
• Approved increasing speed limit on portion of SW 19th Street from 35 MPH to 45 MPH (5-0)
• Approved construction of SE Trail Ridge Road Reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved various pay applications and change orders for New Grimes Public Library and WRA Grimes Connector (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Grimes Park Board will review the November 16, 2022 meeting minutes and hear a presentation regarding Shawver Park. The agenda also includes updates on the Farmers Market and the Donation Program.

• Shawver Park presentation
• Farmers Market update
• Donation Program discussion
• Approval of November 16, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The council will consider several large infrastructure pay requests, including over $1 million for the WRA Grimes Connector. The agenda also includes a public hearing on property annexation in Polk and Dallas Counties and zoning ordinance amendments. Additionally, the council will review a proposal to purchase a new fire engine.

• Pay request of $1,017,464.75 for WRA Grimes Connector Contract 2
• Public hearing on property annexation in Polk and Dallas Counties
• Approval of ABD licenses for Pancheros Grill and Pour Choices
• Purchase of a new fire engine
• Zoning ordinance amendments regarding general regulations

The City Council approved the 80/20 voluntary annexation of approximately 706 acres across Polk and Dallas Counties. Council also passed the first reading of an ordinance updating zoning regulations and approved various board appointments.

• Approved 80/20 Annexation of Property into the City of Grimes (5-0)
• Approved First Reading of Ordinance 774 regarding zoning and transient merchant regulations (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $8.3M claims report and various professional service payments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 01-2023 receiving and filing the FY 2021-2022 audit (5-0)
• Approved appointments to various Boards and Commissions (5-0)
• Approved purchase of new fire engine (via Consent Agenda)
• Approved ABD Licenses for Pancheros Grill, Pour Choices, Hy-Vee Inc., and Kwik Star (via Consent Agenda)
• Tabled decision on lease agreement for 309 East 1st Street

Tree Board

The Grimes Tree Board will meet on January 18, 2023, to elect a Chair, Co-Chair, and Secretary for the year. The meeting also includes discussions regarding ordinance reviews and planning for Arbor Day 2023.

• Election of Chair, Co-Chair, and Secretary for 2023
• Ordinance review
• Arbor Day 2023 planning

The Tree Board appointed its leadership for 2023 and approved previous meeting minutes. Members discussed potential updates to the Tree Ordinance and Arbor Day planning, with further input requested for the February 15 meeting.

• Approved October 19, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Appointed Sally Worley as Chair, Russ Lickteig as Co-Chair, and April Moore as Secretary for 2023 (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing a draft amendment to the city's General Regulations. The proposal includes new rules for accessory buildings, fences, decks, and home-based businesses. These changes aim to create clearer regulations consistent with neighboring communities.

• Proposed regulations for accessory buildings and structures like fences and decks
• New guidelines for "no-impact" home-based businesses
• Proposed location restrictions for adult uses
• Updated rules for outdoor temporary uses, including food trucks
• New screening requirements for outdoor storage in industrial zones