Knoxville public meetings in 2022

Board of Adjustment

The Knoxville Board of Adjustment will consider a request from the Knoxville Economic Development Corporation for three variances to subdivide the duplex property at 501 S. Sixth Street into two lots, enabling individual sale of each unit. The variances would reduce lot width and area requirements and eliminate the side yard setback between the units. City Council has instructed staff to prepare a zoning code amendment to address such divisions in the future, but this interim request requires Board action.

• Variance request for lot width reduction from 75 ft to 66.34 ft (Parcel A) and 33.66 ft (Parcel B)
• Variance request for lot area reduction from 7,200 sq ft to 5,049 sq ft for Parcel B
• Variance request to reduce side yard setback from 7 ft to 0 ft along the proposed property line
• Property at 501 S. Sixth Street (Lot 9, East Elementary Subdivision) to be divided into Parcels A and B
• Public hearing notice published in Marion County Express on December 16, 2022

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will consider several routine items including approving minutes, financials, and the 2023 meeting schedule. They will also vote on a contract with Iowa Inspections, LLC for rental housing inspections, and discuss zoning code changes for duplex and row house subdivisions.

• Approve Class C Beer Permit for Hy-Vee, Inc.
• Approve agreement with Iowa Inspections, LLC for rental housing inspections
• Approve preliminary plans and order bids for 2022 Veterans Parks Projects
• Approve agreement with Wendel for architect services
• Discuss and possibly act on subdivision of duplex and row house projects per zoning code

The City Council approved several infrastructure and service agreements, including rental housing inspections and the 2022 Veterans Parks Project. Council also directed staff to update the zoning code regarding duplex and row house subdivisions. No action was taken on the proposed FY 2023/2024 Administration and Planning and Zoning budgets.

• Approved agreement with Wendel Architecture, P.C. for Public Safety Building/City Hall design services (all ayes)
• Approved agreement with Iowa Inspections, LLC for rental housing inspections (all ayes)
• Approved plans, specifications, and ordering of bids for 2022 Veterans Parks Project (all ayes)
• Approved modifications to the dental office site plan (all ayes)
• Directed staff to change zoning code for subdivision of duplex and row house projects (roll call vote)
• Approved Class C Beer Permit for Hy-Vee, Inc. (all ayes)
• Approved proxy for the Revised Iowa Risk Management Agreement for the Iowa Communities Assurance Pool (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving a development agreement with Ridge Development, LLC, which includes tax increment financing (TIF) payments. They will also vote on a tax abatement for a new home at 1417 Deer Run Drive, accept the final cost for the 2022 Street Improvements Project, and discuss a housing grant with Habitat for Humanity and downtown revitalization strategies.

• Public hearing and resolution for Ridge Development, LLC development agreement with TIF
• Tax abatement for new single-family dwelling at 1417 Deer Run Drive
• Accept work and final cost for 2022 Street Improvements Project
• Approve Elite Dance pay application #1
• Discuss Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund grant with Habitat for Humanity

The City Council approved a development agreement with Ridge Development, LLC for three commercial buildings and accepted the final costs for the 2022 Street Improvement Project. The council also authorized funding for Habitat for Humanity exterior repairs and approved several consent agenda items.

• Approved development agreement with Ridge Development, LLC (all ayes)
• Adopted ordinance for tax division in 2022 Ridge Development Urban Renewal Area (all ayes)
• Accepted work and approved final cost for 2022 Street Improvement Project (all ayes)
• Approved $54,402.92 payment for Elite Dance Pay Application #1 (all ayes)
• Allocated $20,600 from LMI Fund Balance and $5,000 from general fund for Habitat materials (roll call vote)
• Approved Class E Liquor License for NSN Convenience LLC dba New Star (all ayes)
• Approved tax abatement for new single-family dwelling at 1417 Deer Run Drive (all ayes)
• Approved use of Memorial Funds for Fire Department Day Room chairs (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold public hearings on designating the 2022 Ridge Development Urban Renewal Area and on rezoning 1506 and 1510 E Marion Street from C-2 to M-1. They will also consider resolutions and ordinances related to the Ridge development, a final plat for the Veterans District Plat 1 subdivision, vacant building permits, and golf cart/UTV use on city streets. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, acceptance of reports, a resignation, and setting park and recreation fees.

• Public hearing and resolution to establish the 2022 Ridge Development Urban Renewal Area with tax increment financing (RES 11-55-22, ORD 22-11)
• Rezoning of 1506 and 1510 E Marion Street from C-2 to M-1 (ORD 22-10)
• Resolution approving final plat for Veterans District Plat 1 Subdivision (RES 11-54-22)
• Ordinance amending vacant building permit and inspection provisions (ORD 22-08)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 6 regarding golf cart and utility vehicle use on city streets (ORD 22-09)

The City Council approved the establishment of the 2022 Ridge Development Urban Renewal Area and associated tax division. Council also approved a rezoning for two properties on E Marion Street and updated ordinances regarding golf carts and vacant building permits.

• Approved resolution to establish 2022 Ridge Development Urban Renewal Area (all ayes)
• Approved first consideration of ordinance for tax division in 2022 Ridge Development Urban Renewal Area (all ayes)
• Approved rezoning of 1506 and 1510 E Marion Street from C-2 to M-1 (all ayes)
• Approved final plat for Veterans District Plat 1 Subdivision (roll call vote)
• Approved ordinance amending vacant building permits and inspections (4-1)
• Approved ordinance amending golf cart and utility trail vehicle use on city streets (all ayes)
• Approved resolution establishing Parks and Recreation fees and charges (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims including $329,088.00 for Alexis Fire Apparatus (all ayes)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two items: a final plat for the first phase of The Veterans District Subdivision, which would create 34 residential lots, a park, and stormwater detention on about 21.58 acres north of W. Pleasant Street; and an urban renewal plan for the 2022 Ridge Development Urban Renewal Area on W. Bell Avenue. The commission will make a recommendation to the City Council, which has final approval authority.

• Final plat for The Veterans District Plat 1: 34 residential lots, Veteran's Park (Outlot V), stormwater detention (Outlot Z), and streets Veteran's Boulevard, Freedom Way, Liberty Lane, Justice Way
• Related $3,029,100 contract award to Elder Corporation for site work to be considered by City Council on November 7, 2022
• Urban renewal plan for 2022 Ridge Development Urban Renewal Area on W. Bell Avenue
• Approval of October 11, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions to approve preliminary plans and award contracts for the VA District Phase 1 Improvements Project. The council will also discuss the Main Street improvement concept, deer population management zones, and consider ordinances on vacant building permits and golf cart/UTV use on city streets.

• Public hearing and resolutions for VA District Phase 1 Improvements Project (RES 11-51-22, RES 11-52-22)
• Rezoning application for 1506 and 1510 E Marion Street from C-2 to M-1 (public hearing set for Nov 21)
• Ordinance amending vacant building permit and inspections (ORD 22-08)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 6 regarding golf carts and utility terrain vehicles on city streets (ORD 22-09)
• Discussion on Main Street Improvement Project concept and deer population management zones

The Council awarded a contract to Elder Corporation for the VA District – Phase 1 Improvements Project. Other actions included updating golf cart and UTV ordinances and approving a library proposal for the Dixie Gebhardt House.

• Approved $3,029,100 contract with Elder Corporation for VA District – Phase 1 Improvements Project
• Approved ordinance prohibiting persons under 42 from riding golf carts or UTVs on city streets
• Approved Library Board proposal regarding the Dixie Gebhardt House (4-1)
• Approved ordinance amending vacant building permits and inspections with six-month grace period (4-1)
• Approved Class E Liquor License for Marvin Washington, Dba Bottoms Up
• Directed staff to include green spaces in Main Street Improvement Project Concept design
• Added 1221 E. Pleasant as a deer population management zone
• Authorized staff to apply for Iowa Nuisance and Abandoned Building Remediation Loan for Marion County

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will discuss and possibly act on an update to the façade improvement project at 203 E. Main, and will vote on site plans for a new dental office and two parcels on W. Bell Avenue.

• Façade improvement project update at 203 E. Main
• Site plan for C & O Real Estate LLC dental office on W. Bell Avenue
• Site plan for Ridge Development for two parcels on W. Bell Avenue

The Knoxville City Council approved site plans for a new dental office building and two parcels on W. Bell Avenue. A façade improvement project at 203 E. Main was discussed but no action was taken. The meeting was a special session that lasted about one hour.

• Approved site plan for C & O Real Estate LLC dental office on W. Bell Avenue (all ayes)
• Approved site plan for Ridge Development for two parcels on W. Bell Avenue (roll call, all ayes)
• No action taken on façade improvement project at 203 E. Main (discussion only)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including liquor licenses and financial reports, and will hold a public hearing on a facade improvement project at 203 E. Main. The council will also consider three ordinances: defining livestock, amending vacant building permit rules, and regulating golf carts and UTVs on city streets. A closed session for personnel matters is scheduled.

• Public hearing and resolutions for facade improvement at 203 E. Main (RES 10-48-22, RES 10-49-22)
• Ordinance 22-07 defining livestock
• Ordinance 22-08 amending vacant building permit and inspections
• Ordinance 22-09 regulating golf carts and UTVs on city streets
• Set public hearing for VA District Phase 1 Improvements project

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Knoxville Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two items: a site plan for a new 4,870-square-foot dental office on W. Bell Avenue, and a request to rezone two properties on E. Marion Street from C-2 to M-1. The dental office site plan has staff concerns about the proposed access point near a signalized intersection. The rezoning request is for personal/business storage use.

• Site plan for 4,870 sq ft dental office on W. Bell Avenue (Parcel IDs 1070800610 & 1070800615)
• Rezoning of 1506 and 1510 E Marion Street from C-2 to M-1
• Staff recommends exploring alternative access for dental office due to intersection proximity
• Dental office parking: 40 spaces proposed, 24 required
• Trash enclosure and landscaping details included in site plan

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is holding a special meeting to set a public hearing for October 17, 2022, at 6:15 p.m. The hearing will consider approving plans, specifications, contract form, cost estimate, and awarding a contract for facade improvements at 203 E. Main Street, funded by a State of Iowa Community Development Block Grant. No other business is on the agenda.

• Set public hearing for Oct. 17, 2022 at 6:15 p.m. for facade improvements at 203 E. Main Street
• Funds from State of Iowa Community Development Block Grant
• Approve plans, specifications, form of contract, estimate of cost, and award contract

The council voted to set a public hearing for October 17, 2022, to consider approving plans and awarding a contract for facade improvements at 203 E. Main Street, funded by a state Community Development Block Grant. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Set public hearing for October 17, 2022, on facade improvements at 203 E. Main Street (unanimous)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will discuss and possibly approve sign-on bonuses of $5,000 to $10,000 for certified police officers, and consider purchasing a rescue pumper for the fire department. They will also hear presentations on the Knoxville Gateway Project and an update on the Dixie Gebhardt House, and approve routine items like minutes and financials.

• Sign-on bonuses of $5,000-$10,000 for certified police officers
• Purchase of a rescue pumper for the fire department
• Knoxville Gateway Project presentation by Thrive
• Update on Dixie Gebhardt House EOI process and library board's alternative programming park space
• Proclamations for Fire Prevention Week and Code Compliance Month

The council approved sign-on bonuses of $5,000 to $10,000 for certified police officers, purchased a fire rescue pumper not to exceed $345,500, and approved the January–June 2022 financials. Two proclamations were read, and the Dixie Gebhardt House expressions of interest were discussed.

• Approved consent agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved police sign-on bonuses of $5,000–$10,000 for certified officers (motion by Morse, seconded by Gotta)
• Approved purchase of a rescue pumper for Fire Department, not to exceed $345,500 (motion by Suhr, seconded by Rankin)
• Approved January through June 2022 Financials (motion by Morse, seconded by DeJong)
• Approved payment of claims (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Knoxville Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider three variance requests from zoning code setback and accessory structure limits. The board will decide whether to grant variances for a detached garage at 713 W Jones Street, a front addition at 510 N First Street, and a new home at 502 W Rock Island Street. Staff recommends approval for all three.

• Variance for Deborah Ruff to build a 720 sq ft detached garage at 713 W Jones Street, exceeding the 10% accessory structure limit (total 1,080 sq ft vs. 746 sq ft permitted).
• Variance for Holland Hill Inc. to add a 3'x6' front addition at 510 N First Street, encroaching into the required 25-foot front yard (existing home is 16 feet from property line).
• Variance for Habitat for Humanity of Marion County to build a new home at 502 W Rock Island Street, encroaching 3 feet into the required 7-foot east side yard (leaving 4 feet).
• Approve minutes from August 17, 2022 meeting.

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will consider consent agenda items including tax abatements for new single-family dwellings at 413 S. Sixth and 217 S. Conrey, final acceptance of the Competine Trail Phase 2 and 2021 Street Improvements projects, and routine approvals such as liquor licenses and minutes. The council will also appoint Jodie Wyman as City Clerk/Finance Officer and administer the oath of office, plus approve a resolution naming depositories for city funds and an intergovernmental transfer agreement with Iowa DHS for the Fire Department.

• Tax abatement resolutions for new homes at 413 S. Sixth and 217 S. Conrey
• Final acceptance and cost approval for Competine Trail Phase 2
• Final acceptance and cost approval for 2021 Street Improvements
• Appointment of Jodie Wyman as City Clerk/Finance Officer
• Intergovernmental transfer agreement with Iowa DHS for Fire Department (GEMT)

The council approved tax abatement applications for new single-family dwellings at 413 S. Sixth and 217 S. Conrey, appointed Jodie Wyman as City Clerk/Finance Officer, and approved resolutions for the Competine Trail Phase 2 and 2021 Street Improvements projects. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Appointed Jodie Wyman as City Clerk/Finance Officer (unanimous)
• Approved resolution naming depositories for city funds (unanimous)
• Approved resolution accepting work and final cost for Competine Trail Phase 2 Project (unanimous)
• Approved resolution accepting work and final cost for 2021 Street Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental transfer agreement between Iowa DHR and Knoxville Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims (unanimous)
• Approved tax abatement applications for new homes at 413 S. Sixth and 217 S. Conrey (unanimous)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a parks master plan presentation, naming a future park in the Veterans District, placing statues around the square, and directing staff to start a TIF district and development agreement for the Ridge Development project. They will also approve various licenses, grants, and staffing changes.

• Approve Class C liquor license for Monarca Mexican Food
• Approve Class E liquor license for Fareway Stores, Inc. #980
• Approve Class C liquor license for Peace Tree Brewing Company
• Direct staff to begin TIF district and development agreement for Ridge Development, LLC project south of Bell Avenue, west of Highway 14
• Approve hiring full-time records clerk for police department and deputy clerk for city hall

The council voted unanimously to direct staff to begin creating a tax increment financing district and development agreement for the proposed Ridge Development, LLC project on the south side of Bell Avenue, west of Highway 14. The project includes a race shop, contractor condos, and a dental office, with requested funding equivalent to a 3-year tax abatement for three parcels and 50% funding of a required sanitary lift station. The council also approved several other items, including liquor licenses, a park name, hiring for two city positions, and a facade easement agreement.

• Approved consent agenda including Housing Board and Library Board minutes, three liquor licenses, and other routine items.
• Named the future park in the Veterans District as Veterans Park.
• Directed staff to begin creating a TIF district and development agreement for the Ridge Development, LLC project.
• Approved policy, plan, and certificate of compliance for CDBG-CV grant requirements.
• Approved a facade easement agreement between the city and Tyler and Nicole VanderLinden.
• Approved hiring a full-time Records Clerk for the Police Department and a Deputy Clerk for City Hall.
• Approved payment of claims totaling multiple listed invoices.
• Adjourned at 8:07 p.m.

Board of Adjustment

The Knoxville Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a request by Blane Pearson for three variances to build a 60x60-foot metal commercial building at the southeast corner of N. Harlan and W. Pearl Streets. The variances would reduce side yard setbacks and allow metal siding, which is normally prohibited on street-facing facades. The board may approve, approve with conditions, deny, or table the request.

• Variance to reduce west side yard setback from 25 feet to 0 feet along Harlan Street
• Variance to reduce east side yard setback from 25 feet to 18 feet
• Variance to allow metal siding on all exterior walls, normally prohibited on street-facing facades
• Property is a 150' x 78' corner lot zoned M-1, Service Commercial/Limited Industrial
• Building intended for contractor office/storage with option to lease ten storage units

The Knoxville Board of Adjustment approved a request by Blane Pearson for variances to build a metal commercial building at the southeast corner of N Harlan and W Pearl Streets. The variances allow reduced side yard setbacks and the use of metal siding, which is otherwise prohibited. The motion passed unanimously with three votes in favor and one member absent.

• Approved variances for reduced west side yard setback from 25 ft to 0 ft (3-0)
• Approved variance for reduced east side yard setback from 25 ft to 18 ft (3-0)
• Approved variance to use metal siding on all walls (3-0)
• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes of June 15, 2022 meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 15, 2022, with a consent agenda for routine approvals and several action items. Key items include a presentation from the Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund and a resolution to guarantee a local match, as well as a storefront improvement grant for properties on East Robinson. The council will also discuss naming a park in East Village and review City Hall staffing structure.

• Resolution 08-40-22 to guarantee local match for Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund
• Storefront improvement grant for 102 and 106 E. Robinson
• Discussion and possible action to name park in East Village
• Discussion on City Hall staffing structure
• Approve payment of claims

The council approved a resolution to guarantee a local match of $107,855 for the Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund, which supports affordable housing projects. They also approved a storefront improvement grant for 102 and 106 E. Robinson, named a park in East Village as East Park, and approved the consent agenda and payment of claims. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved resolution to guarantee $107,855 local match for Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund (all ayes)
• Approved storefront improvement grant for 102 and 106 E. Robinson (all ayes)
• Approved naming park in East Village as East Park (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and commission reports (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is holding a work session to discuss the City Hall staffing structure. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is for discussion only.

• Discussion of City Hall staffing structure

The Knoxville City Council held a work session to discuss staffing at city hall and the police department. They considered transitioning the part-time administrative assistant to a full-time Deputy City Clerk and splitting the CSO/Record Clerk position into two full-time roles. No formal decisions were made; staff was asked to return with financial information, pay ranges, and job descriptions.

• Discussed transitioning part-time admin assistant to full-time Deputy City Clerk
• Discussed splitting CSO/Record Clerk into full-time CSO and full-time Records Clerk
• Requested financial info, pay range, and job description for new Records Clerk

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold public hearings on selling an interest in an alley and on rezoning properties at 1514 and 1610 E Marion Street, followed by possible ordinance approvals. They will also discuss reserve police officer pay and consider a speed limit change on Willetts Drive. The meeting includes consent agenda items and a closed session for real estate discussions.

• Public hearing and resolution for sale of an interest in real property (alley)
• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 1514 and 1610 E Marion Street
• Discussion and possible action regarding reserve police officers
• Ordinance to amend speed limit on Willetts Drive
• Approve appointment of John Mertz to Library Board

The Knoxville City Council approved the sale of an alley interest at $0.10 per square foot, rezoned two properties on E Marion Street from C-2 to M-1, and lowered the speed limit on Willetts Drive. They also approved paying reserve officers up to $10,000 and a list of claims. No public comments or objections were made during the hearings.

• Approved sale of alley interest at $0.10/sq ft plus publication costs (all ayes)
• Rezoned 1514 and 1610 E Marion Street from C-2 to M-1 (all ayes)
• Lowered speed limit on Willetts Drive from Pleasant to Howard to 25 mph (all ayes)
• Approved $10,000 budget for reserve officers (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold a continuation of a public hearing on rezoning a portion of the former VA property, then consider adopting an ordinance to rezone it and approving a preliminary plat for the Veterans District Subdivision Phase 1. They will also hold a public hearing on vacating an alley and consider related ordinances and a property sale resolution. Additionally, the council will vote on liquor licenses, storefront improvement grants, and other routine items.

• Rezoning of former VA property (Phase 1) from C-2 to M-1
• Preliminary plat approval for Veterans District Subdivision Phase 1
• Public hearing and ordinance to vacate an alley
• Resolution proposing sale of interest in vacated alley real property
• Storefront improvement grants for 101 S Third St, 105 S Third St, 319 E Main St

The Knoxville City Council approved a rezoning for the former VA property and the preliminary plat for the Veterans District Subdivision, which will include 68 lots for single-family, duplex, and row housing, plus a 3-acre park. The council also approved a rezoning for 1514 and 1610 E. Marion Street, set a public hearing for it, and vacated an alley. Storefront improvement grants and a list of claims were approved.

• Approved consent agenda including liquor licenses for A&P Pub, Cobblestone Hotel & Suites, and Wal-Mart (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for Aug 1, 2022 on rezoning 1514 and 1610 E. Marion Street from C-2 to M-1 (all ayes)
• Approved rezoning of former VA property (first consideration, waived second/third) (all ayes)
• Approved preliminary plat for Veterans District Subdivision Phase 1 (all ayes)
• Vacated an alley (ordinance adopted, all ayes)
• Approved resolution for disposal of real property by sale (all ayes)
• Approved rezoning with condition it terminates when no longer used as office by Knoxville Public Housing Agency (4-1, Suhr nay)
• Approved storefront improvement grants for 101 S. Third St, 105 S. Third St, and 319 E. Main St (all ayes)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Knoxville Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a joint application to rezone 1514 and 1610 E Marion Street from C-2 General Commercial to M-1 Service Commercial/Limited Industrial. The applicants plan to use the properties for personal and business storage, including shipping containers and an existing metal shed. The meeting also includes approval of the June 14, 2022 minutes and public comments.

• Rezone 1514 and 1610 E Marion Street from C-2 to M-1 for storage use
• Applicants: Jeff Sinnard and Rick Van Donsler
• 1514 E Marion Street: vacant lot, four shipping containers (32'x20') for storage
• 1610 E Marion Street: 2,400 sq ft metal shed, currently non-conforming use
• Staff recommends approval, noting C-2 does not permit personal storage

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold public hearings and consider first readings of ordinances to rezone 714 W. Rock Island St. and a portion of the former VA property. They will also discuss the sale of Rescue 317 and Engine 312, approve liquor licenses, and set a public hearing to vacate an alley.

• Public hearing and first consideration of ordinance to rezone 714 W. Rock Island St.
• Public hearing and first consideration of ordinance to rezone portion of former VA property
• Discussion and possible action on sale of Rescue 317 and Engine 312
• Approve Class C liquor license for Mi Casa Grande and Class E for Round Window
• Set public hearing for July 18 to vacate an alley

The council held a public hearing and approved first consideration of an ordinance to rezone 714 W Rock Island from R-3 to M-1, with a 3-1 vote (Suhr opposed). A second rezoning request for the former VA property was tabled because the application was not signed by Marion County; the hearing will continue on July 18. The council also approved the sale of Rescue 317 and Engine 312 to replace both with one apparatus, and approved the payment of claims.

• Approved consent agenda (all ayes)
• Approved first consideration of rezoning at 714 W Rock Island from R-3 to M-1 (3-1, Suhr nay)
• Tabled first consideration of rezoning for former VA property (all ayes)
• Approved sale of Rescue 317 and Engine 312 (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (3-1, Suhr nay)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will consider consent agenda items including approving cigarette permits, a liquor license, and setting public hearings for two rezoning applications. They will also discuss the future of the Dixie Gebhardt House, approve salary resolutions, and award grants and contracts.

• Set public hearing for rezoning 714 W. Rock Island Street from R-3 to M-1
• Set public hearing for rezoning former VA property north of W. Pleasant Street to R-2 PUD
• Approve storefront improvement grants for properties on W. Robinson, E. Robinson, E. Main, and S. Third
• Approve resolution supporting East Village Housing Project and Cartwright Properties workforce housing tax credit application
• Approve consulting contracts for facade rehabilitation at 203 E. Main

The Knoxville City Council approved the consent agenda, including permits and licenses, and set public hearings for two rezoning requests. They also approved a process to consider the future of the Dixie Gebhardt House, a resolution setting salaries for appointed officers and non-union employees, storefront and façade improvement grants, a resolution supporting the East Village Housing Project's Workforce Housing Tax Credit application, and consulting contracts for a façade rehabilitation project. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including cigarette permits and liquor license (all ayes)
• Set public hearings for July 5, 2022 on rezoning at 714 W. Rock Island Street and former VA property (all ayes)
• Approved process to consider future of Dixie Gebhardt House (all ayes)
• Approved resolution setting salaries for appointed officers and non-union employees (all ayes)
• Approved storefront and façade improvement grants for multiple properties (all ayes)
• Approved resolution supporting East Village Housing Project tax credit application (all ayes)
• Approved appointment of Confluence as consultants for housing needs analysis (all ayes)
• Approved consulting contracts for façade rehab at 203 E Main (all ayes)

Board of Adjustment

The Knoxville Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a request by Mitchell & Ariel Alexander for variances to build a detached garage at 609 S Roche Street that exceeds the permitted area and height for accessory structures. The garage replaces one destroyed by fire in January 2022. The board may approve, approve with conditions, deny, or table the request.

• Variance request for 30' x 40' garage (1,200 sq ft) exceeding 10% lot coverage limit (768 sq ft)
• Variance request for 12-foot wall height exceeding 12-foot building height limit
• Garage destroyed by fire in January 2022; previous structure built before 2017 area limit
• Public hearing noticed in Des Moines Register June 10, 2022; nearby property owners notified by mail

The Knoxville Board of Adjustment approved a request by Mitchell & Ariel Alexander for two variances to build a 1,200-square-foot detached garage at 609 S Roche Street, exceeding the permitted 768 square feet and 12-foot height limit. The garage replaces one destroyed by fire in January 2022. The motion passed unanimously (3-0).

• Approved variances for 1,200 SF garage exceeding 768 SF limit (3-0)
• Approved variance for garage height exceeding 12-foot limit (3-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Knoxville Planning and Zoning Commission will consider three items: a rezoning request for 714 W. Rock Island Street to allow an office, a rezoning of part of the former VA property to a planned unit development, and a preliminary plat for the Veterans District Phase One. They will also review a request for a painted wall sign at the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Rezone 714 W. Rock Island Street from R-3 to M-1 for office use (tabled from May 10)
• Rezone 16.5 acres of former VA property (north of W. Pleasant St, east of N. Willetts Dr, west of Desmont Dr) to R-2 PUD
• Preliminary plat for Veterans District Phase One Subdivision (68 lots)
• Painted wall sign request for 120'x20' mural at N. Lincoln Street (Parcel ID 0897700000)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a rezoning request from the Low Rent Housing Agency of Knoxville for 714 W. Rock Island Street, a painted wall sign for the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum, and a rezoning and preliminary plat for the Veterans District Phase One Subdivision. All votes were 3-1 with Lucas Young dissenting on the rezoning and plat items.

• Approved rezoning 714 W. Rock Island Street to M-1 for office use (3-1)
• Approved painted wall sign for National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum (4-0)
• Approved rezoning 21.58-acre VA property portion to R-2 PUD with tree condition (3-1)
• Approved preliminary plat for Veterans District Phase One Subdivision (3-1)

City Council

The City Council and the Knoxville Public Library Board will hold a joint work session. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the Dixie Gebhardt House.

• Discussion Regarding Dixie Gebhardt House

The City Council held a joint work session with the Knoxville Public Library to discuss the Dixie Gebhardt House. Council members heard from the Library Board and community members about the home's history and concerns. No formal decisions were made; instead, council requested cost estimates for moving, demolishing, repairing, or creating a park on the property. Staff will also explore an expression of interest as an option.

• Requested cost estimates for moving, demolition, repairs, and park creation for Dixie Gebhardt House
• Directed staff to prepare an expression of interest as an option

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Senior Center lease and consider several resolutions. The agenda also includes approving storefront improvement grants and a police training simulator purchase.

• Public hearing for Senior Center lease between Knoxville and Marion County
• Resolution for Memorandum of Understanding with Knoxville Community Hospital, Inc.
• Approval of storefront and facade improvement grants for six locations
• Purchase of VirTra 100 training simulator for the Police Department
• Master Agreement with Automation Inc. for Knoxville Fire Department software

The Knoxville City Council approved a lease with the Knoxville Senior Center, storefront and façade improvement grants for six properties, a VirTra 100 training simulator for the police department, and a software agreement for the fire department. They also approved the consent agenda, liquor licenses, the official newspaper, a memorandum of understanding with Knoxville Hospital and Clinics, and payment of claims. The meeting included a public hearing for the Senior Center lease with no objections, and a closed session for personnel matters with no action taken.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, liquor licenses for VFW, Knoxville 66, Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh, and SRO report (all ayes)
• Approved Senior Center lease resolution (all ayes)
• Approved Class C liquor license for Mrs. D's pending inspection (3-0, DeJong abstained)
• Approved Marion County Express as official newspaper (3-1, Suhr nay)
• Approved MOU with Knoxville Hospital and Clinics (all ayes)
• Approved storefront and façade improvement grants for six properties (all ayes)
• Approved VirTra 100 Training Simulator purchase (3-0, Suhr abstained)
• Approved Master Agreement with Automation Inc. for fire department software (all ayes)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review two variance requests regarding property setbacks. The board will also formally accept the resignation of board member Mark Worrall.

• Variance request for Knoxville Community School District to add a 24’ x 60’ addition to the Randy Wilson Track press box
• Variance request for Nathan and Samantha Hoover to build a 6-foot privacy fence at 902 W Washington Street
• Acceptance of Mark Worrall's resignation from the Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for Nathan and Samantha Hoover to build a 6-foot fence encroaching into the front yard at 902 W Washington Street, and denied a variance for the Knoxville Community School District to build a press box addition encroaching into the front yard setback at Randy Wilson Track. The board also accepted the resignation of member Mark Worrall.

• Approved variance for 6-foot fence at 902 W Washington Street (3-1)
• Denied variance for press box addition at Randy Wilson Track (4-0)
• Accepted resignation of Mark Worrall (4-0)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is meeting to handle routine business and several notable items. They will consider a resolution supporting a workforce housing tax incentive application for a housing project by Bloomfield Acres, LLC, approve storefront improvement grants for three properties, and propose a long-term lease for the senior center. The agenda also includes proclamations, appointments, and liquor license approvals.

• Resolution supporting workforce housing tax incentive application to IEDA by Bloomfield Acres, LLC
• Storefront improvement grants for 112 N Second Street, 225 E Main Street, and 202 E Robinson Street
• Resolution proposing a lease for more than three years (senior center lease)
• Class C liquor licenses for Rib Shack and Pizza Hut
• Appointments to Library Board and Parks and Recreation Commission

The council approved a resolution supporting a workforce housing tax incentive application by Bloomfield Acres, LLC to the Iowa Economic Development Authority. It also approved storefront improvement grants for three properties, set a public hearing for a Senior Center lease, and approved the consent agenda and claims.

• Approved resolution supporting Bloomfield Acres workforce housing tax incentive application (all ayes)
• Approved storefront improvement grants for 112 N Second St, 225 E Main St, 202 E Robinson St (all ayes)
• Approved resolution proposing Senior Center lease, setting public hearing for June 6 (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor licenses for Rib Shack and Pizza Hut (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Knoxville Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request from the Low Rent Housing Agency to rezone 714 W. Rock Island Street from R-3 (Multi-Family Residential) to M-1 (Service Commercial/Limited Industrial) to convert a vacant single-family home into its main office. The commission will also receive an update on the Veterans District redevelopment, including Phase I plans, costs, and next steps. The agenda includes approval of the March 8, 2022 minutes.

• Rezoning request for 714 W. Rock Island Street from R-3 to M-1 for office use
• Veterans District redevelopment update: Phase I infrastructure estimated at $3.5M, park at $1M, trails at $300K
• Veterans District: Block A offered for sale, demolition to finish June 2022, Phase I construction to start by September 2022
• Veterans District: City has $3M in grants/TIF/trail funding, expected borrowing ~$1.8M
• Approval of March 8, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission tabled a request from the Low Rent Housing Agency of Knoxville to rezone 714 W. Rock Island Street from R-3 to M-1 for office use. The motion to approve failed for lack of a second, as did a motion to deny. The commission voted 3-0 to table the item for future discussion. The meeting also included an update on the Veterans District redevelopment.

• Approved May 10, 2022 agenda (3-0)
• Approved March 8, 2022 minutes (3-0)
• Motion to approve rezoning at 714 W. Rock Island Street failed (no second)
• Motion to deny rezoning at 714 W. Rock Island Street failed (no second)
• Tabled rezoning request for 714 W. Rock Island Street (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is reviewing several major bond resolutions for sewer revenue and general obligation purposes. The agenda also includes discussions on downtown revitalization grants and a public hearing regarding a sewer revenue loan agreement.

• Public hearing for a proposal to enter into a sewer revenue loan and disbursement agreement
• Resolution for $5,899,000 Sewer Revenue Bonds, Series 2022
• Resolution for $1,550,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2022A
• Storefront improvement grant for 109 S. Third Street
• Downtown revitalization grant for 101 and 105 S. Third Street

The Knoxville City Council approved a $5,899,000 sewer revenue bond for the Water Reclamation Facility UV upgrade and a $1,550,000 general obligation bond for corporate purposes. They also approved several grants, including a storefront improvement grant for 109 S Third Street and a downtown revitalization grant for 101 and 105 S Third Street. Appointments were made to the Planning and Zoning Commission and the downtown façade grant review committee. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $5,899,000 sewer revenue bonds, Series 2022 (all ayes)
• Approved $1,550,000 general obligation corporate purpose bonds, Series 2022A (all ayes)
• Approved storefront improvement grant for 109 S Third Street (all ayes)
• Approved downtown revitalization grant for 101 and 105 S Third Street (all ayes)
• Approved Scott Ziller to Planning and Zoning Commission (all ayes)
• Approved Dave Hoke as citizen representative to downtown façade grant review committee (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor licenses and Dec 2021 financials (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will consider several resolutions, including a $5.97 million sewer revenue loan, a Community Development Block Grant for a housing project at 203 E Main Street, and a memorandum of understanding with the Internet Crimes Against Children task force. They will also hold a public hearing on the CDBG application and approve routine licenses and reports.

• Public hearing and resolution for Community Development Block Grant for 203 E Main Street
• Resolution to fix public hearing date for $5,970,000 sewer revenue loan
• Resolution to approve tax abatement for new single-family dwellings (Rowland and Shilling)
• Resolution to approve MOU between Knoxville Police and Internet Crimes Against Children
• Approve Class C liquor license for Dut's American Legion

The council approved a resolution to submit a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-CV) application for $400,000 to rehabilitate the building at 203 E Main Street, with a total project cost of $580,000. They also approved a memorandum of understanding for internet crimes against children training, set a public hearing for a sewer revenue loan up to $5,970,000, and authorized the sale of General Obligation bonds for street improvements. The consent agenda was approved, including tax abatements for two new homes on Deer Run Drive and various licenses.

• Approved CDBG-CV grant application for 203 E Main Street (all ayes)
• Approved MOU with Internet Crimes Against Children (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for $5,970,000 sewer revenue loan (all ayes)
• Authorized sale of GO bonds for street improvements (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including tax abatements for 1406 and 1410 Deer Run Drive (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (4-1, Suhr nay)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is meeting to hold a public hearing on a proposed general obligation corporate purpose loan and to consider a resolution approving the loan. The council will also consider a resolution for a Community Catalyst Building Remediation Grant application and matching municipal grant for 205 E Main Street, set a public hearing for a CDBG-CV application, and handle routine items like minutes, licenses, and claims.

• Public hearing on General Obligation Corporate Purpose Loan Agreement
• Resolution approving 2022 GO bond (RES 04-18-22)
• Resolution approving Community Catalyst Building Remediation Grant for 205 E Main Street
• Set public hearing for April 18, 2022 for CDBG-CV application
• Approve Class C liquor license for Dingus Lounge and garbage/recycling license for Brown's Sanitation

The Knoxville City Council approved a general obligation corporate purpose loan agreement not to exceed $1,630,000 for street repairs, after a public hearing with no objections. The council also approved a grant application for the Community Catalyst Building Remediation, set a public hearing for a CDBG-CV application, and approved the consent agenda and claims.

• Approved $1,630,000 general obligation loan for street repairs (all ayes)
• Approved Community Catalyst Building Remediation Grant application (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for April 18, 2022 on CDBG-CV application for façade renovation at 203 E Main St (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license for Dingus Lounge and garbage license for Brown's Sanitation (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council met for a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action on the Knoxville Fire Department ambulance fleet. No specific decisions or dollar amounts were recorded in the agenda text.

• Discussion and possible action regarding Knoxville Fire Department ambulance fleet

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will meet to discuss a proposed loan agreement for general obligation purposes and review development plans for the Wright Street subdivision. The agenda also includes discussion regarding Ambulance 937.

• Resolution for a public hearing on a loan not to exceed $1,630,000
• Final Plat from Berkey Home Builders for Wright Street Development
• Site Plan from Berkey Home Builders for Wright Street Development
• Discussion regarding Ambulance 937
• Approval of City Council, Water Board, and Parks & Recreation minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing a final plat and site plan to subdivide a city block into six lots for residential use. The project includes three new townhouses and two apartment buildings with 12 units each.

• Final Plat for Wright Street Development Subdivision
• Site Plan for multi-family residential development at 710 W. Main Street
• Subdivision of property into six lots for residential development
• Construction of two apartment buildings, each containing 12 units

The Knoxville Planning and Zoning Commission approved the final plat for the Wright Street Development Subdivision, creating six lots for multi-family housing. The commission also approved the site plan for the development, subject to conditions including lighting specifications, trash enclosure details, landscaping, storm water management, a new sidewalk, and screening.

• Approved final plat for Wright Street Development Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved site plan for Wright Street Development with conditions (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the FY 2022-23 City Budget and the 2022 Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project. The council also plans to vote on resolutions for the budget and a contract award for the water facility project.

• Public Hearing: FY 2022-23 City Budget
• Public Hearing: 2022 Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project
• Resolution to approve contract and insurance for Water Reclamation Facility project
• Site plan approval for Ridge Development LLC at W. Bell Avenue (East Parcel) for an auto shop
• Site plan approval for Ridge Development LLC at W. Bell Avenue (West Parcel) for a warehouse

The Knoxville City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budget by a 4-1 vote, with Council Member Suhr dissenting. The council also approved a $4,850,000 contract with CL Carroll Co. for the 2022 Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project. Two site plans from Ridge Development LLC were pulled from the agenda, and a Planning and Zoning board member was automatically resigned due to five consecutive absences.

• Adopted FY 2022-2023 city budget (4-1, Suhr nay)
• Approved $4,850,000 contract with CL Carroll Co. for water reclamation facility improvements (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license for Marion County Fair Association (all ayes)
• Accepted automatic resignation of Planning and Zoning board member for 5 consecutive absences
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a site plan review application from Ridge Development LLC for two adjacent parcels on W. Bell Avenue. The proposal includes an 8,640-square-foot private auto shop (leased to RSR Motorsports) and a 13,440-square-foot contractor condo warehouse building. Staff has identified several action items, including parking revisions, stormwater management, and landscaping details. The commission may approve, approve with conditions, deny, or table the request.

• Site plan review for East Parcel (ID 1070800620): 8,640 sq ft private auto shop
• Site plan review for West Parcel (ID 1070800625): 13,440 sq ft contractor condo warehouse with nine 1,500 sq ft units
• Staff recommends revising west parcel parking from 57 spaces to 11 required spaces
• Stormwater management plan required per Snyder & Associates memo dated Feb 15, 2022
• Water main extension on W. Bell Avenue and sanitary sewer extension needed

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of site plans for two adjacent parcels on W. Bell Avenue, proposed by Ridge Development LLC. The plans include an auto shop and a contractor condo warehouse, both permitted in the M-1 zoning district. The recommendation includes conditions requiring the applicant to address staff report action items and for the City Council to consider paving the gravel road. The motion passed 4-0 with two members absent.

• Approved minutes of January 11, 2021 meeting as amended (4-0)
• Recommended approval of site plan for East Parcel (Parcel ID: 1070800620) for auto shop (4-0)
• Recommended approval of site plan for West Parcel (Parcel ID: 1070800625) for contractor condo warehouse (4-0)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is meeting to approve routine items, set public hearings for the water reclamation facility improvement project and the fiscal year 2022/2023 budget, and adopt the water works budget. They will also hold a public hearing on maximum property tax dollars for the upcoming fiscal year and may enter closed session for real estate discussions.

• Approve resolution adopting 2022/23 budget for Knoxville Water Works
• Set public hearing for March 7, 2022 on 2022 Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project
• Public hearing on maximum property tax dollars for FY 2022/2023
• Approve resolution approving FY 2022/2023 maximum property tax dollars
• Approve appointment of Janet Evans to Knoxville Library Board

The council approved the fiscal year 2022/2023 maximum property tax dollars via resolution, and set a public hearing for March 7, 2022 to approve the budget. They also approved the consent agenda, including the 2022/2023 Knoxville Water Works budget and a public hearing for the Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project. The council approved payment of claims and directed staff to negotiate for the property at 314 W Robinson Street.

• Approved consent agenda, including minutes, board reports, appointment of Janet Evans to Library Board, and 2022/2023 Water Works budget.
• Set public hearing for March 7, 2022 on the 2022 Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project.
• Closed public hearing on maximum property tax dollars with no comments or objections.
• Approved resolution for fiscal year 2022/2023 maximum property tax dollars.
• Set public hearing for March 7, 2022 to approve fiscal year 2022/2023 budget.
• Approved payment of claims.
• Adjourned to closed session for real estate discussion, then reconvened.
• Directed staff to enter negotiations for property at 314 W Robinson Street.

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is meeting to adjourn into a closed session under Iowa Code Section 21.5(C) for litigation matters. After the closed session, they will reconvene in open session and take any needed action. The agenda contains no other business items.

• Closed session under Iowa Code Section 21.5(C) (litigation)
• Reconvene in open session and council action as needed

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will consider routine consent items, set public hearings for the 2022 Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project and the proposed property tax levy for FY 2022/2023, and hold a public hearing on selling an interest in real property. They will also review the recommended FY 2022/2023 budget and consider a resolution supporting a 3M plant expansion.

• Set public hearing for Feb 21, 2022 on 2022 Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project
• Set public hearing for Feb 21, 2022 on proposed property tax levy for FY 2022/2023
• Public hearing and resolution on sale of real property (RES 02-10-22)
• Approve proposed provisions to Downtown Facade Grant Area
• Resolution in support of 3M Co. Tape Manufacturing Division plant expansion

The Knoxville City Council approved a resolution supporting 3M Co.'s $40 million plant expansion, which will add 23 jobs, and approved the sale of an alley at ten cents per square foot after a public hearing. The council also expanded the downtown façade grant area to include all C-4 zoned areas and approved the consent agenda, which included liquor licenses and setting public hearings. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved resolution supporting 3M Co. Tape Manufacturing Division Plant Expansion (all ayes)
• Approved sale of alley at ten cents per square foot (all ayes)
• Approved downtown façade grant area expansion to include all C-4 zoned areas (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor licenses for Hy-Vee and Kline's Quick Time (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for Feb 21, 2022 on Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for Feb 21, 2022 on property tax levy for FY 2022/2023 (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold public hearings for the 2022 Streets Improvement Project and the vacating of an alley. The body is scheduled to approve a contract for street improvements, adopt an ordinance to vacate an alley, and approve a resolution to sell that alley. Additionally, the council will approve a downtown façade grant program and rules for operating street cafes in downtown Knoxville.

• Approve Resolution Accepting Bid, Awarding Contract And Approving The Certificate Of Insurance For The 2022 Street Improvements Project
• Adopt An Ordinance Vacating An Alley Located Within The Corporate Limits Of The City Of Knoxville, Iowa
• Approve Resolution Proposing Disposal Of An Interest In Real Property By Sale (alley)
• Approve Resolution Approving A Municipally Funded Downtown Façade Grant Program And Rules
• Approve Resolution Approving Operation Of Street Cafes In Downtown Knoxville And Associated Rules And Operating Agreements

The council awarded the 2022 street improvements project contract for $940,762, covering several streets and an intersection. It also approved a downtown façade grant program, street cafe operations, a preliminary plat for a 27-unit subdivision, and a splash pad at Veterans Park. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $940,762 contract for 2022 street improvements (all ayes)
• Adopted ordinance vacating alley at 500 block between W. Rock Island and Baker (all ayes)
• Approved resolution for downtown façade grant program (all ayes)
• Approved resolution for downtown street cafes (all ayes)
• Approved preliminary plat for Wright Street Development Subdivision (all ayes)
• Approved moving forward with urban splash pad at Veterans Park (all ayes)
• Approved preliminary plans for 2022 water reclamation facility improvements (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a preliminary plat request from Berkey Home Builders to subdivide the city block bounded by W. Main, S. Fremont, W. Robinson, and S. Iowa Streets into six lots for multi-family residential development. The property, known as 710 W Main Street, is zoned R-3 PUD and includes an existing duplex, with plans for three townhouses and two apartment buildings. The commission will make a recommendation to the City Council, which has final approval authority.

• Preliminary plat for Wright Street Development Subdivision (SUB-22-001) to create 6 lots on 1.48 acres
• Proposed development includes 1 existing duplex, 3 new townhouses, and 2 apartment buildings (12 units each)
• Townhouses will front W. Main Street; apartment buildings will front W. Robinson Street
• Shared parking lot in center with access from S. Iowa and S. Fremont Streets
• Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat

The Knoxville Planning and Zoning Commission approved a preliminary plat for the Wright Street Development Subdivision at 710 W Main Street, allowing Berkey Home Builders to subdivide a 1.48-acre property into six lots for multi-family residential use. The approval was unanimous (4-0, with two members absent). The plat is consistent with the 2019 PUD master plan, and the applicant will return for site plan review and final plat approval.

• Approved preliminary plat for Wright Street Development Subdivision (4-0, 2 absent)
• Approved minutes of December 14, 2021 meeting as amended (4-0, 2 absent)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals and set two public hearings for January 17, 2022: one to consider vacating an alley and another to approve a contract for the 2022 Street Improvements Project. The consent agenda includes approving minutes, the 2022 meeting schedule, the city attorney's affirmation, and several resolutions related to insurance, depositories, and regional planning memberships. The council will also discuss official publication and approve payment of claims.

• Set public hearing for Jan 17, 2022 on vacating an alley
• Set public hearing for Jan 17, 2022 on 2022 Street Improvements Project contract
• Approve resolution authorizing proxy for Iowa Communities Assurance Pool agreement
• Approve resolution naming depositories for city funds
• Approve appointments to Central Iowa Regional Transportation Alliance

The Knoxville City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, meeting dates, and several resolutions, and approved payment of claims. The council discussed but did not decide on naming the official publication, deferring the decision to July 2022. No other substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved consent agenda (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)
• Deferred official newspaper decision to July 2022