Marshall County public meetings in 2024

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The provided document is a 2024 Marshall County calendar and does not contain a list of business items, decisions, or discussion topics for the Board of Supervisors meeting.

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors is holding a special session to consider and vote on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding the obligation of State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF). The only substantive action item is approval of this MOU; the remainder of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, pledge, agenda approval, public forum, adjournment).

• Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Obligation of SLFRF Funds (MOU DEC 2024 JAIL_SHERIFF OFFICE.PDF)

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors held a special session on December 24, 2024, and approved a memorandum of understanding obligating remaining ARPA/SLFRF funds to the future Sheriff's Office and Jail renovation project. The motion passed unanimously 3-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included a public forum where the county assessor mentioned a potential earlier reappraisal in late 2025.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved MOU obligating remaining ARPA funds to Sheriff's Office and Jail renovation (3-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions to approve plans, bids, and contracts for the Phase 1 renovation of the Marshall County Sheriff's Office and Jail. The meeting also includes the establishment of a county compensation board and road maintenance agreements.

• Public hearing and contract approval for Marshall County Sheriff's Office and Jail Phase 1 Renovation
• Resolution 2024-0035 to establish a county compensation board per Iowa Code Section 331.905
• Purchase of temporary and permanent easements from John M. and Betty Weitzell for Bridge H-01 on Abbot Ave over Sugar Creek
• 28E Agreement with Grundy County for road maintenance and construction on 100th St
• Appointment of Dr. Wendy Thiessen to the Marshall County Board of Health (2025-2027)

The board adopted plans for the Sheriff's Office and Jail Phase 1 Renovation but took no action on construction bids because all exceeded the architect's estimate. They also established a county compensation board, approved an extra holiday on Dec. 26, and approved easements and a road agreement with Grundy County.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-0033 approving jail renovation plans (3-0)
• No action on construction bids; all exceeded estimate
• Adopted Resolution 2024-0035 establishing a 7-member county compensation board (3-0)
• Approved additional non-union holiday and courthouse closure Dec. 26 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of temporary and permanent easements from Weitzells for road project (3-0)
• Approved 28E agreement with Grundy County for road maintenance on 100th St (3-0)
• Pledged support for Safety Action Plan (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims, status change, manure plan, and health board appointment (3-0)

External-Marshall County Communication Commission

The Marshall County Communications Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the MCCC salary and benefits budget. The body will also handle nominations and a vote for the 2025 Vice-Chair.

• MCCC Salary and Benefits Budget
• Nominations and vote for 2025 Vice-Chair

The Marshall County Communications Commission approved a flexible staffing variance allowing either 1 supervisor and 4 leads or 2 supervisors and 2 leads, depending on staffing needs. The motion passed 4-2. The board also approved the November 2024 agenda, July 2024 meeting minutes, and the 2025 meeting calendar (5 meetings). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved flexible staffing variance (1 supervisor/4 leads or 2 supervisors/2 leads) (4-2)
• Approved November 2024 agenda (all ayes)
• Approved July 2024 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved 2025 meeting calendar with 5 meetings (all ayes)

External-911 Commission

The Marshall County 911 Service Board will review and potentially approve the December 2024 agenda, November minutes, and November bills. They will discuss the MediaWorks Recording System and the E911 surcharge budget and updates for fiscal year 2026. The board will also hold nominations and a vote for chair and vice-chair for 2025. Public comments are invited during the meeting.

• Discussion on MediaWorks Recording System
• E911 Surcharge Budget / Updates / 26 FY
• Chair and Vice-Chair 2025 nominations and vote
• Approval of November 2024 meeting minutes and bills

The board unanimously voted not to pay two disputed telephone company bills totaling $4,101.60, following a recommendation from the coordinator. The board also approved the agenda, minutes, and bills for July through October 2024, and set a 2025 meeting calendar with five meetings.

• Approved November 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 2024 bills (unanimous)
• Approved August 2024 bills (unanimous)
• Approved September 2024 bills (unanimous)
• Approved October 2024 bills (unanimous)
• Voted not to pay LUMEN and Heart of Iowa telco bills (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 meeting calendar with 5 meetings (unanimous)

External-Marshall County Emergency Management

The Marshall County Emergency Management Commission will meet December 12, 2024 to consider the proposed FY26 budget, which includes a 5% increase in assessments for county and cities, a 5% salary increase, and a first-time increase in the HazMat levy in 20 years. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for January 2, 2025. The commission will also discuss the International EM Conference and other business.

• Proposed FY26 budget with 5% increase in assessments for county and cities
• First proposed increase to HazMat levy in 20 years due to increased costs
• Proposed 5% salary increase
• Budget public hearing set for January 2, 2025
• Discussion of International EM Conference

The Marshall County Emergency Management Commission met and reviewed preliminary FY26 budget estimates, including proposed 5% increases in salary, jurisdiction assessments, and hazmat tax levy. The commission also established that sirens will not be tested when temperatures are 34°F or below, with silent tests continuing. The HMGP 2023 siren project is in closeout phase, and the MOU with MCCC was signed. No formal votes were taken on these items; the budget will be presented for approval at the next meeting.

• Approved agenda for November 14, 2024 meeting (all in favor)
• Approved minutes for July 2024 meeting (all in favor)
• Set policy: sirens not tested when temperature is 34°F or below; silent tests continue
• Reviewed FY26 budget estimates with proposed 5% increases in salary, assessments, and hazmat levy
• Noted HMGP 2023 siren project in closeout phase; county will coordinate siren sign-over
• Signed MOU between MCCC and EMA for fiscal line item

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Marshall County Board of Health will discuss public health budgets for the current and upcoming fiscal years. The board is also reviewing opioid settlement funding and PRN nurse coverage policies.

• Proposed budget FY25 amendments and FY26 budget
• Opioid Settlement Funding project review and decision
• Granting signatory authority to Tyler Kelley for Environmental Health activities
• Review of PRN nurse coverage policies and procedures
• Presentation by Emma Krapfl of the American Lung Association

The Marshall County Board of Health unanimously approved a PRN nurse on-call policy, granted signatory authority to Environmental Health Administrator Tyler Kelley, approved the 2025 meeting calendar (moving to Mondays), and accepted both FY25 budget amendments and the FY26 proposed budget. The board also reappointed Teresa Jenkins for a three-year term and discussed the upcoming retirement of Dr. Metzger.

• Adopted PRN nurse on-call policy (unanimous)
• Granted Tyler Kelley signatory authority for Environmental Health contracts (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Board of Health meeting calendar, moved to Mondays (unanimous)
• Accepted FY25 budget amendments (unanimous)
• Accepted FY26 proposed budget (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 12, 2024 (unanimous)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss calling a special election on March 4, 2025. The proposed measure would renew a 1% local sales and services tax in the unincorporated area of Marshall County effective July 1, 2025.

• Resolution 2024-0032: Proposed 1% local sales and services tax renewal for unincorporated areas
• Proposed tax revenue allocation: 50% for property tax relief and 50% for bridge and roadway culvert repair, inspection, upkeep and replacement
• Authorization for Auditor/Recorder to sign certificate for Ahlers & Cooney, P.C. regarding the March 4, 2025 ballot

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors voted 3-0 to place a renewal of the 1% local option sales and services tax for unincorporated areas on the March 4, 2025 ballot. The tax would take effect July 1, 2025, with revenues split evenly between property tax relief and bridge/roadway culvert repair. The board also authorized the Auditor/Recorder to sign a related certificate. No public comments were made.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-0032 calling a March 4, 2025 election on renewal of 1% local option sales tax (3-0)
• Authorized Auditor/Recorder to sign certificate for the sales tax ballot item (3-0)

VETERANS AFFAIRS

The Marshall County Commission of Veterans Affairs is meeting to discuss a request from Jasper County to provide assistance with veterans' claims. Any action taken is pending approval from the supervisors of both Marshall and Jasper counties.

• Discussion and potential motion regarding Jasper County's request for assistance with veterans' claims

The Marshall County Commission of Veterans Affairs held a special meeting on Dec 10, 2024, but made no substantive decisions. Commissioners discussed whether to contact Jasper County about potentially sharing veteran services via a 28E agreement, given Jasper County's vacant administrator/director position, but no motion was made. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comments.

• No motion made regarding assisting Jasper County with veteran services
• Discussed contacting Jasper County about a potential 28E agreement for shared services

CONSERVATION BOARD

The Marshall County Conservation Board will consider approving its FY2026 budget and holding a public hearing on plans, specifications, and contract for a project, followed by awarding a low bid. The board also will act on pay applications for Weidner Construction, approve a Pickard lease renewal, and authorize repairs to a skid steer. A discussion on a New Year Celebration date is also on the agenda.

• Approve FY2026 Budget
• Public hearing and approval of plans, specs, contract, and opinion of cost
• Review bids and approve low bid/award contract
• Approve Pay Application #8 and #9 (release of retainage) for Weidner Construction
• Approve Pickard Lease Renewal

The Marshall County Conservation Board approved the final payments and completion for the Green Castle Campground Project, then awarded the new construction contract to Steel Excavating, Inc. for $236,516.20. The board also approved the FY2026 budget, renewed the Pickard Lease, and approved skid steer repairs.

• Approved claims list with addendums (4-0)
• Approved pay application #8 for Green Castle Campground to Weidner Construction, $2,850 (4-0)
• Approved Statement of Completion for Green Castle Campground (4-0)
• Approved pay application #9 (release of retainage) for Green Castle Campground (4-0)
• Opened and closed public hearing for Green Castle Campground Project #24-DS-0472; no comments or objections (4-0)
• Approved plans, specs, form of contract, and opinion of cost for Green Castle Campground Project #24-DS-0472 (4-0)
• Accepted bid from Steel Excavating, Inc. for Green Castle Campground Project #24-DS-0472, $236,516.20 (4-0)
• Approved Pickard Lease renewal, FY2026 budget, and skid steer repairs of $4,612.38 (4-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will consider several items, including approval of two IDOT federal-aid agreements for replacing bridges H-01 and H-02 on Abbot Avenue over Sugar Creek (total project costs $260,000 and $375,000), and adoption of a resolution revising the 2025 County Five Year Program that shifts $95,000 in federal aid to 2025. Also up for action are an easement purchase from 5D Farms for bridge H-02, property insurance discussion for the courthouse and log cabin, and a tax abatement resolution totaling $5,355 for delinquent real estate and mobile home taxes. Consent items include salary increases for two assistant county attorneys and filing of a manure management plan for Woodford Creek Farms.

• Approve IDOT Federal-aid Agreement for Bridge H-01 replacement on Abbot Ave over Sugar Creek ($260,000 project)
• Approve IDOT Federal-aid Agreement for Bridge H-02 replacement on Abbot Ave over Sugar Creek ($375,000 project)
• Purchase temporary and permanent easement from 5D Farms, LLC for Bridge H-02
• Adopt Resolution 2024-0030: 2025 County Five Year Program Revision, adding $95,000 in federal aid to 2025 and shifting local funds to 2026
• Adopt Resolution 2024-0031: Abatement of $5,355 in delinquent real estate and mobile home taxes for four Marshalltown properties

VETERANS AFFAIRS

The Marshall County Commission of Veterans Affairs will meet to consider routine business including approval of minutes and claims, as well as a budget discussion for the current year amendment and a proposal for the fiscal year July 2025–June 2026. The director will report on outreach activities, a veteran memorial project update, and VA claim issues.

• Budget discussion: amendment for current year and proposal for upcoming fiscal year (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026)
• Presentation and approval of claims (year-to-date expenditures)
• Director's report on Coffee & Camaraderie, Veteran Memorial project, and outreach activities
• VA claim issues and Congressional updates

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board will vote on a consent agenda including approval of claims and filing of manure management plans for two farms. They will consider approving the annual urban renewal report, a scanning contract with Cott Systems for the Engineer's Office, and a letter releasing MidAmerican from future road maintenance obligations for the Vienna Repower Wind Project. A discussion will also be held on bids for the Sheriff's Office and Jail Renovation Project.

• File manure management plans for Triple E Farm (1722 200th St, State Center) and Appelgate G&L Inc (2845 Garwin Rd, Marshalltown)
• Approve Annual Urban Renewal Report for FY2023-2024
• Possible action on a scanning project for County Engineer's Office records with Cott Systems
• Sign letter to release MidAmerican from road maintenance obligations under the Vienna Repower Wind Project special use permit
• Discussion of bids for the Marshall County Sheriff's Office and Jail Renovation Project

CONSERVATION BOARD

The Marshall County Conservation Board is holding a special meeting to conduct a preliminary review of plans for Phase 2 of the Green Castle Campground. The board will also consider setting a public hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and opinion of cost. The meeting includes standard approval of the agenda.

• Preliminary Review of Plans for Phase 2 of Green Castle Campground
• Set Public Hearing on Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract, and Opinion of Cost

External-Marshall County Emergency Management

The Marshall County Emergency Management Commission will discuss closing out the HMGP 2023 siren project and signing over sirens to jurisdictions, review the EM levy 29C, and receive an overview of FY26 budget estimates. The agenda also includes updates on the EMPG budget allotment (slightly down), a new CERT class, and an EMS grant status.

• HMGP 2023 siren project closeout and sign-over to jurisdictions
• EM levy 29C update
• FY26 budget estimates/overview
• EMPG budget allotment from state pass-through down slightly
• EMS grant discussion from previous night's meeting

CONSERVATION BOARD

The Marshall County Conservation Board will hold its regular meeting to discuss next steps for Green Castle Campground Phase 2 and set a special meeting for bidding. The board will also vote on Pay Application #7 for Weidner Construction, approve a Fish Habitat Grant submission, and approve an estimate and contract for rip rap at Sand Lake Addition. Other items include approval of claims and setting a holiday party date.

• Discuss next steps and set special meeting for Green Castle Campground Phase 2 bidding
• Approve Pay Application #7 for Weidner Construction
• Approve submission of Fish Habitat Grant
• Approve estimate and contract for Rip Rap at Sand Lake Addition
• Discussion of holiday party date

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will discuss and possibly take action on purchasing a Kubota BR560 Concrete Breaker from Central Iowa Farm Store for $15,500, funded from the FY 2025 equipment budget. They will also consider an exemption to personnel policy section 4.3 for the Conservation Department regarding compensatory time accrual and carryover. The agenda includes a closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(g) for law enforcement matters, plus routine items such as approving claims, filing the weed commissioner report, and receiving a quarterly update from YSS.

• Approve purchase of Kubota BR560 Concrete Breaker from Central Iowa Farm Store of Marshalltown for $15,500
• Discussion and possible action on exemption to personnel policy Section 4.3 for Marshall County Conservation compensatory time (max accrual 80 hours, carryover 40)
• Closed session per Iowa Code 21.5(1)(g) for law enforcement matters and investigations
• Program update: David Hicks, YSS of Marshall County quarterly report
• File 2024 County Weed Commissioner Certification Form and Weed Commissioner Report

VETERANS AFFAIRS

The Marshall County Commission of Veterans Affairs will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and claims, and consider an application for the HBI Relocation Program reimbursement. The director will report on outreach activities, the Veteran Memorial project, and VA claim issues. Public comments will be heard.

• Approval of minutes from October 2, 2024
• Presentation and approval of year-to-date expenditure claims
• Consideration of HBI Relocation Program reimbursement application
• Veterans Helped Report and statistics
• Director's report including Coffee & Camaraderie, Veteran Memorial project update, and VA claim issues

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board will vote on a quarterly transfer of $750,000 from the Rural Services Fund to the Secondary Roads Fund, discuss and possibly approve the 2025 meeting calendar and a non-union floating holiday, and set a December 13 deadline for outside agency funding requests. Other items include approval of consent agenda with claims, a personnel status change for Isaiah Moore, and acceptance of the FY2024 highway engineer report.

• Transfer of $750,000 from Rural Services Fund to Secondary Roads Fund
• Discussion and possible action on 2025 Board meeting dates and non-union floating holiday
• Notice for FY2025-2026 county funding requests due December 13, 2024
• Personnel change: Isaiah Moore hourly increase from $31.38 to $31.77
• Acceptance of FY2024 Official Report of County Highway Engineer

CONSERVATION BOARD

The Marshall County Conservation Board will meet to approve various operational policies and purchases. The board will also discuss potential actions regarding Green Castle Windmills and the Klauenberg Barn.

• Review and approval of Pay Application #6 for Weidner Construction
• Approval of Conservation Comp Time Policy
• Approval of Debris Management Plan
• Discussion on increasing maximum expense for staff
• Approval of playground surround and Spiderweb purchases

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The board will vote on a proposal from Calhoun-Burns & Associates for 2025 and 2026 bridge inspection and rating. Consent agenda items include approving claims, personnel changes for Secondary Roads employees Jeff Robinson and Nicholas Ruhnke, reappointing Veterans Affairs commissioners, and filing manure management plans for two farms. A resolution authorizes use of the county's UEI number for FEMA-related filings by Secondary Roads and Conservation. The board will also discuss a request from Emerson to use the courthouse parking lot on October 10.

• Approve proposal from Calhoun-Burns & Associates for 2025-2026 bridge inspection and rating
• Personnel changes: Jeff Robinson wage increase to $31.38/hr, Nicholas Ruhnke to $31.77/hr effective Oct 12
• Reappoint Veterans Affairs Commissioner Bob Grimes for term Jan 2025-Dec 2027 and Dave Streets as Chair
• File manure management plans for Burt Farm & Livestock (2747 170th St, Marshalltown) and Hatch Finisher Farm (1431 AA Ave, Gladbrook)
• Resolution 2024-0029 authorizing use of UEI# VFBEY19SJRH5 for FEMA documents by Secondary Roads and Conservation

VETERANS AFFAIRS

The Marshall County Commission of Veterans Affairs will meet to review claims and director reports. The body will consider staff recommendations regarding commissioner reappointments and the rotation of three-year term dates.

• Approval of claims and year-to-date expenditures
• Veteran Memorial project update
• Commissioner reappointments and term date rotations for Bob Grimes, Dave Streets, and Randy Kessler

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular session with a consent agenda that includes approving a new hire for the Sheriff's Office: Shylean Anderson as a full-time jailer at $23.42 per hour, starting on or after September 30, 2024. A public forum will be held for comments on county business not on the agenda, but no action will be taken on those topics.

• Approve new hire Shylean Anderson, full-time Jailer, $23.42/hour, start on or after Sept 30, 2024

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors convened a regular session to conduct routine business, including approving audited claims, filing manure management plans, and reappointing members to county boards. They also discussed and approved the renewal of EMC insurance, received an actuarial report for the employee health plan, and adopted updated General Safety and Fleet Safety manuals.

• Renew EMC insurance policy with Shomo-Madsen Insurance, effective October 1, 2024
• File State of Iowa 509A Certificate of Compliance Actuary Report for employee health plan
• Approve agreement with Snyder & Associates, Inc for Marshall Ridge Farms Traffic Impact Study
• Adopt General Safety Manual and Fleet Safety Manual for Marshall County
• File manure management plans for Marco Pork LP (1131 140th St, St Anthony) and Norman Pork LLC (1105 Fairman Ave, Union)

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors approved the EMC Insurance renewal, effective October 1, 2024, with a roughly 20% premium increase, and authorized the Chair to sign. They also approved the annual State of Iowa 509A Actuary Report for the employee health and dental plan, an agreement with Snyder & Associates for a traffic impact study, and the General and Fleet Safety Manuals. Several items were discussed but not acted upon, including holiday decorations, parking lot closure, and recognition of Lyle Jensen.

• Approved EMC Insurance renewal from Shomo-Madsen Insurance, effective Oct 1, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved State of Iowa 509A Actuary Report and directed filing with Iowa Department of Commerce (3-0)
• Approved agreement with Snyder & Associates for Marshall Ridge Farms Traffic Impact Study and RISE funding application (3-0)
• Approved General Safety Manual and Fleet Safety Manual, effective Sept 25, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims, manure management plans, and reappointments (3-0)
• Declared October 2024 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (3-0)

BOARD OF HEALTH

The board will hear a presentation from Mid-Iowa Community Action and receive reports on environmental health, emergency management, and public health. They will consider applying for opioid settlement funding through the County Attorney's office, review a new PRN nurse hire, and discuss enrollment in the Vaccines for Adults program.

• Presentation by Sierra Stevens of Mid-Iowa Community Action (MICA)
• Taylor Appelgate hired as PRN public health nurse effective July 16, 2024
• Intent to apply for Opioid Settlement Funding through Marshall County Attorney’s office
• Enrollment in the Vaccines for Adults (VFA) program
• Review and development of PRN nurse coverage protocol and past policies

The Marshall County Board of Health approved the June 13, 2024 minutes unanimously and received informational reports from staff on environmental health, emergency management, and public health activities. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy matters; the board discussed developing written protocols for PRN nursing staff and applying for opioid settlement funding, with the director to present draft policies at the next meeting.

• Approved June 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Filed environmental health report for July and August
• Filed EMA report (CERT rodeo, siren project complete, EMS task force)
• Filed public health report covering 10 essential services
• Discussed developing PRN nurse coverage protocols; director to draft and present next meeting
• Discussed intent to apply for opioid settlement funding; letter due 9/27/24

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda including claims, manure management plans, personnel changes, and reappointments. They will also vote separately on purchasing a 2025 Polaris Ranger UTV and Kimtek medical transport skid for $34,109, and approve new safety manuals.

• Purchase 2025 Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000 Northstar Edition ($30,044.95) and Kimtek Medlight Transport MTD-103 skid ($4,065.00) for Sheriff's Office
• New hires: Taylor Boldt as full-time Jailer at $23.42/hr; Yesenia Merino-Garcia as Auditor/Recorder Assistant at $20.50/hr
• Hiring election workers for Nov 5, 2024 general election: precinct officials at $12/hr, chairs at $14/hr, absentee workers at $12/hr, special precinct board up to 20 people at $12/hr
• File manure management plans for Edler Brothers Farm, MDH Finishers, Mead Family Farms, South Hardin Farms, and PAG L.C.
• Appoint Jarret Heil and Carol Hibbs to Judicial Magistrate Appointing Commission for 1-year term

CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION

The Marshall County Civil Service Commission will discuss the search and testing process for deputy positions, review rules adopted in 2019, and set a date for the next meeting. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from August 2022.

• Discuss search and testing process for deputy positions (Sheriff Phillips)
• Review Civil Service Rules adopted in 2019
• Approve minutes from August 9, 2022 meeting
• Set date for next meeting

CONSERVATION BOARD

The Marshall County Conservation Board is meeting to approve several contracts and purchases for the Green Castle Campground. The board will also consider a conservation easement and archery deer hunting in select areas.

• Engineering Service Agreement with CGA for Phase 3 of Green Castle Campground
• Nagel Contract Construction for Shade Screen Project
• Approval of Green Castle Campground Fees
• Purchase of playground equipment and a kiosk for Green Castle Campground
• Approval of archery deer hunting in select MCCB areas

The Marshall County Conservation Board approved multiple items for the Green Castle Campground project, including a $399,000 engineering agreement for phase 2, a $229,006.27 pay application to Weidner Construction, and a $3,769.84 change order. The board also approved a $22/night camping rate, a kiosk purchase, playground equipment, and tree purchases funded by grants. Additionally, archery-only deer hunting was approved in seven wildlife refuge areas.

• Approved engineering agreement for Green Castle Campground phase 2 ($399,000)
• Approved pay application #5 to Weidner Construction ($229,006.27)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 for Green Castle Campground ($3,769.84)
• Approved $22/night camping rate at Green Castle
• Approved kiosk purchase for Green Castle Campground ($5,033.36)
• Approved playground equipment purchase for Green Castle Campground
• Approved archery-only deer hunting in 7 wildlife refuges
• Approved tree purchase for Green Castle ($14,800) and IDNR cooperative agreement ($7,260.50)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors is holding a special session to discuss one primary appointment. The board will consider appointing Maureen Lyons to a county commission role.

• Appointment of Maureen Lyons as Marshall County Civil Service Commissioner for a 6-year term (January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2028)

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors met in special session and approved the appointment of Maureen Lyons as Marshall County Civil Service Commissioner for a six-year term from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2028. The motion passed 2-0. The board also noted a voter challenge hearing scheduled later that morning.

• Approved appointment of Maureen Lyons as Civil Service Commissioner (2-0)

VETERANS AFFAIRS

The Marshall County Commission of Veterans Affairs will meet to approve minutes from August 6, 2024, and authorize payment of year-to-date expenditures. Commissioners will also vote on a motion to pay Xerox copier invoices before the next meeting to meet due dates. The director will report on veteran services, including the Coffee & Camaraderie event, the Veteran Memorial project, outreach activities, and a meeting with a congressional aide about VA claim issues.

• Approval of year-to-date expenditures (no dollar amount listed in agenda)
• Motion to approve early payment of Xerox copier invoices (no amount listed)
• Veteran Memorial project update
• Discussion of VA claim issues with a congressional aide
• Coffee & Camaraderie event and outreach activities

The commission approved the August 6, 2024 minutes and the claims as presented, both by 3-0 votes. The budget report and monthly statistics were reviewed. The director reported on outreach events, the veterans memorial, and ongoing issues with VA benefit claims.

• Approved regular meeting minutes from August 6, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved claims as presented (3-0)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will vote on consent agenda items including approval of 2023 property tax rates payable 2024-2025 and personnel changes. Separate actions include renewing a three-year lease with Masonic Holding Corporation, approving an alcohol beverage license for MidWest Sips, adopting Resolution 2024-0028 to provide $48,690 for the Region 6 Housing Trust Fund, and opening bids for the L-Wolf Lake road project. The board will also enter closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• Approve 2023 property tax rates payable 2024-2025
• Resolution 2024-0028 providing $48,690 cash assistance to Region 6 Housing Trust Fund for 2025
• Renew Masonic Holding Corporation 3-year lease from Sept 1, 2024 through Aug 30, 2027
• Approve alcohol beverage license for Cammy Kolterman dba MidWest Sips effective Sept 28, 2024
• Secondary Roads L-Wolf Lake--73-64 letting – open and award bids

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will discuss and set a date (August 28, 2024) for the letting of L-Wolf Lake--73-64, a road resurfacing project on Jefferson Dr, Pickering Dr, and Rockton Dr in the Wolf Lake Subdivision. The board will also vote on a $3,227.09 change order for attic fan and door work, a new jailer hire at $23.42 per hour, an alcohol license for Lucky Wife Wine Slushies, and a county property usage application for the Oktemberfest event. Consent items include approved claims and a manure management plan.

• Setting August 28, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. for HMA resurfacing letting of Jefferson Dr, Pickering Dr, and Rockton Dr in Wolf Lake Subdivision
• Change Order Request 12 for $3,227.09 for attic fan circulation changes and Assessor's office door
• New hire Emma Lizarde as full-time Jailer at $23.42 per hour, starting on or after August 19, 2024
• Discussion and possible action on Oktemberfest application for use of county property (courthouse square and parking lots)
• Approval of State of Iowa Alcohol Beverage Division License for GLOKO, LLC dba Lucky Wife Wine Slushies, effective September 10, 2024

CONSERVATION BOARD

The Marshall County Conservation Board will hold its regular meeting on August 12, 2024, at the Grimes Farm and Conservation Center. Action items include approving a change order for the Green Castle Campground, a pay application for Weidner Construction, a service proposal from Consumers Energy, material purchases for Art and Red's Boardwalk, repairs to Traverse, an event lease with Lucky Wife Wine Slushies, and a forestry grant application for Green Castle Recreational Area. The board will also discuss a special events permit.

• Approval of Change Order No. 02 for Green Castle Campground
• Review/approval of Pay Application #4 for Weidner Construction
• Approval of proposal for services from Consumers Energy
• Approval of event lease agreement with Lucky Wife Wine Slushies
• Discussion of Special Events Permit

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will consider adopting a resolution to place a local option sales and services tax (LOSST) renewal question on the November 5, 2024 general election ballot for the unincorporated area. The current 1% tax expires June 30, 2025, and the board received a valid petition on August 8, 2024. They will also discuss approving an engagement agreement with Ahlers & Cooney, P.C. for legal services related to the ballot item. If approved, the new tax would allocate 50% of revenue to property tax relief and 50% to bridge and roadway culvert repair.

• Discussion and possible approval of engagement agreement with Ahlers & Cooney, P.C. for LOSST election legal services
• Adoption of Resolution 2024-0027 calling a county election on imposing a 1% local sales and services tax in unincorporated Marshall County effective July 1, 2025
• Revenue allocation: 50% for property tax relief, 50% for bridge and roadway culvert repair and maintenance
• Authorization for Auditor/Recorder to sign certificates related to the LOSST ballot item
• Current LOSST expires June 30, 2025; new tax would continue without repeal

VETERANS AFFAIRS

The Marshall County Commission of Veterans Affairs will meet to approve minutes from June, review year-to-date expenditures, and receive a Director's Report including updates on the Coffee & Camaraderie program and the Veteran Memorial project. The meeting includes routine items such as claims approval and public comments, with no major decisions or new proposals on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from June 4, 2024 meeting
• Presentation and approval of year-to-date expenditures
• Director's report on Coffee & Camaraderie program
• Veteran Memorial project update
• Commissioner and public comments

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special session to discuss legal strategy in a closed session. This session is conducted pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)(c) regarding imminent litigation.

• Closed session to discuss strategy for imminent litigation with the Marshall County Attorney and Ahlers & Cooney P.C.

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The board will consider consent agenda items including approval of claims, filing of six manure management plans, a new sheriff's office jailer hire at $23.42/hr, and a quarterly report. Separate votes include purchasing a roller for $21,000 and a mower for $13,369.89. A discussion and possible action will be held on filling the vacant Planning and Zoning Director, Sanitarian, and Weed Commissioner positions.

• Purchase of 2024 WRT PT13 roller from Swanston Equipment for $21,000
• Purchase of 2024 Kubota Z781KWi60 mower from Central Iowa Farm Store for $13,369.89
• New hire Matthew McMillen as full-time jailer at $23.42/hr for Sheriff's Office
• Discussion and possible action to fill vacant Planning and Zoning Director, Sanitarian, and Weed Commissioner positions
• Consent agenda includes filing six manure management plans and Auditor/Recorder quarterly report totaling $62,186.20

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special session to interview and deliberate on a candidate for a vacant position. The meeting includes closed sessions to evaluate the professional competency of the individual being considered for the role.

• Interviews and deliberation for the vacant position of Planning and Zoning, Sanitarian, and Weed Commissioner

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will discuss and potentially take action on a petition for LOSST for the November 5, 2024 General Election. The meeting also includes votes on equipment purchases and facility change orders.

• Discussion and possible action on Marshall County Petition for LOSST for the November 5, 2024 General Election
• Purchase of a Land Pride RCMB5715 Rotary Mower from Central Iowa Farm Store for $29,900
• Change Order Request 12 for $3,227.09 for attic fan circulation and a door in the Assessor's office

External-Marshall County Emergency Management

The Commission will review progress on the HMGP 2023 siren, digipeater, and activation points installation. Discussion is also planned for CERT team activities and EMS grant wrap-up. Additionally, members will address a fiscal MOU between MCCC and EMA.

• Update on HMGP 2023 siren and activation points installation
• CERT team updates including new members and November class
• EMS grant wrap-up
• Fiscal MOU between MCCC and EMA
• Information regarding Presidential Declaration #4784

CONSERVATION BOARD

The Marshall County Conservation Board will meet to consider several maintenance projects and policy updates. Proposed actions include approving a watercraft policy for Artisan and Red’s Pond and reviewing construction payments. The board will also address repairs to trail fencing and other facilities.

• Pay Application #3 for Weidner Construction
• Artisan and Red’s Pond Watercraft Policy
• Replacement of Story Walk Post and Mounts
• Repairs to Jeremiah’s Basement Door
• Repairs to the Trail Fence

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will consider approving a veteran relocation assistance program with a total budget of up to $16,000 through June 2025. The agenda also includes personnel changes for Public Health and the Sheriff's Office. Additionally, the board will review manure management plans and publish annual salaries.

• Approval of Marshall County Veteran Relocation Assistance Program (up to $16,000 total)
• New hire: Taylor Appelgate, Public Health Nurse ($33.48 per hour)
• New hire: Amanda Mach, Sheriff's Office RN ($31.93 per hour)
• Filing of manure management plans for Justin Whitaker and Upchurch Feeders Inc
• Annual publication of FY 2023-2024 salaries

VETERANS AFFAIRS

The Commission will approve minutes from the June 4, 2024 meeting and review year-to-date expenditure claims. The agenda also includes a report on veterans helped and an update on the Veteran Memorial project.

• Approval of June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of year-to-date expenditure claims
• Update on the Veteran Memorial project
• Report on veterans helped and statistics

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors will hold a special session to address financial items. Proposed actions include the purchase of a 2024 Ford F350SD pickup and the cancellation of an outstanding warrant from 2023.

• Purchase of a 2024 Ford F350SD pickup from Jensen, Inc for $52,500
• Cancellation of a $300.00 warrant issued on January 17, 2023
• Approval of audited claims and payments

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board of Supervisors and Drainage District Trustees will consider correcting levies for the Marshall-Story #1 Main Open Ditch and Main Tile. This action is intended to fix a levy approved on May 22 that used an incorrect assessment schedule.

• Correction of levies for Marshall-Story #1 Main Open Ditch and Main Tile

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board will vote on the annual appropriation of $37,141,123.50 for all county departments for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda also includes fund transfers to the Secondary Roads Fund and a presentation by the Marshalltown Chamber of Commerce regarding a contract discussion. Additionally, the Board will consider real estate tax abatements for specific properties.

• Appropriation of $37,141,123.50 for FY 2024-2025 county departments
• Transfer of $841,291.98 from Rural Services Fund to Secondary Roads Fund
• Quarterly transfer of up to $700,000 from Rural Services Fund to Secondary Roads Fund
• Abatement of real estate taxes for properties in Marshalltown and Haverhill
• Participation in the Iowa Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program

BOARD OF HEALTH

The board will receive reports on environmental health, emergency management, and public health services. Presentations are scheduled from the Allen Child Protection Center and the American Lung Association. The meeting also addresses upcoming PRN nurse retirements effective November 1, 2024.

• Upcoming PRN nurse retirements effective November 1, 2024
• Presentation by Katie Strub of Allen Child Protection Center
• Presentation by Emma Krapfl of American Lung Association
• Environmental Health, Emergency Management, and Public Health reports

CONSERVATION BOARD

The Marshall County Conservation Board will meet to approve claims and May 13 minutes. The board will also review Pay Application #2 for Weidner Construction and the purchase of a 14 ft dump trailer.

• Review/approval of Pay Application #2 for Weidner Construction
• Purchase of a 14 ft Dump Trailer
• Approval of claims

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Board will consider potential county cost-sharing for a courthouse streetscape project and a funding request from TRAILS, Inc. Personnel updates include hiring a new Assistant County Attorney and two status changes in the Engineer's Office.

• New hire: Morgan Smith as Assistant County Attorney at $74,500 annual salary
• Promotion: Jill Tompkins to Assistant to Engineer at $70,000 annual salary
• Resolution 2024-0024 to establish a stop sign at 320th St and Abbot Ave
• Presentation on Main Street Streetscape with possible county cost share
• Funding request from TRAILS, Inc. for Iowa River's Edge Trail

VETERANS AFFAIRS

The Commission will review year-to-date expenditure claims and May 7 meeting minutes. The Director's report includes updates on the Veteran Memorial project and a new VA van.

• Approval of May 7, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approval of year-to-date expenditure claims
• Update on the Veteran Memorial project
• Report on the new VA van and logo

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors is holding a special session that is almost entirely procedural, with the only substantive item being a closed session to discuss strategy on pending litigation where disclosure could prejudice the county. The meeting also includes routine items like agenda approval, a public forum, and adjournment, with no other decisions or discussions listed.

• Closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(c) for pending litigation strategy
• Public forum for comments on county business (no action taken)
• Next regular session scheduled for June 5, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall and Story County Boards of Supervisors, meeting as Drainage District Trustees, will consider a levy against Joint Drainage District Marshall-Story #1, Story County controlling. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, pledge, agenda approval, and a public forum. No other substantive business is listed.

• Consider a levy against Joint Drainage District Marshall-Story #1, Story County controlling
• Public forum for comments on county business not on the agenda

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will consider setting FY2025 employee health, dental, and vision insurance rates, open bids for a precast box culvert project, and adopt resolutions to abate certain property taxes and embargo a road due to truck damage. The agenda also includes routine items like service awards, claims approval, and manure management plan filings.

• FY2025 employee health insurance rates: single $919.20, family $1,968.62; dental single $41.06; vision single $8.65
• Open sealed bids for precast box culvert project LOST-C6-7X-64
• Resolution 2024-0021 to abate real estate and mobile home taxes totaling $4,033 (four properties)
• Resolution 2024-0022 to embargo 295th St from Hart Ave to Fairman Ave for vehicles over 8 tons
• File four manure management plans for finisher sites in Marshalltown, Clemons, and Albion

CONSERVATION BOARD

The Marshall County Conservation Board is meeting to approve claims, hire two seasonal employees, and review a construction pay application and a change order for the playground pad, sidewalk, water fountain, and stairs. They will also set a virtual meeting date for June 21. The agenda is mostly routine administrative actions, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approve claims
• Approve two seasonal hires
• Review/approve Pay Application #1 for Weidner Construction
• Review/approve Change Order #1 for playground pad/sidewalk, water fountain, and stairs
• Set virtual meeting date for June 21 at 12:00 p.m.

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Marshall County Board of Health will consider several administrative items, including designating signatory authority for grants, signing a business associates agreement for video Direct Observation Therapy (vDOT) for TB patients, and renewing or applying for state grants for FY25. The board will also hear reports from environmental health, emergency management, and public health, and receive a presentation from Heart of Iowa Big Brothers Big Sisters.

• Designate Board Signatory Authority to Sydney Grewell for grants and binding documents
• Signed Business Associates Agreement with Scene Health for vDOT monitoring of TB patients
• Renewal of FY25 Local Public Health Services Grant: $93,353 (FY24: $92,765)
• Applied for FY25 state Immunization Grant: $11,200 (same as FY24)
• Applied for FY25 state Public Health and Emergency Preparedness Grant: amount TBD (FY24: $24,000)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will consider routine consent items including claims, manure management plans, and seasonal hires, plus several benefit plan renewals for county employees. They will also set a letting date for a culvert project and discuss monetary assistance for an ADA door at a polling place.

• Approve HealthPartners UnityPoint Health medical plan renewal, effective July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2026
• Approve Delta Dental plan renewal, effective July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
• Approve Sourcewell benefits renewal for life, AD&D, LTD, and STD, effective July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
• Set May 22, 2024 letting for LOST-C6-7X-64 precast box culvert on Gerhart Ave
• Discuss monetary assistance for ADA door at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Marshalltown 4th ward polling location

VETERANS AFFAIRS

The Marshall County Commission of Veterans Affairs will meet to approve minutes and claims, discuss changing the monthly meeting date, and receive the director's report. The report covers the Memorial Day ceremony, the veterans memorial project update, a new VA van, and volunteer needs. The agenda also includes a proposed FY25 budget and a review of year-to-date expenditures.

• Approval of claims and year-to-date expenditures
• Discussion of changing monthly meeting to 1st Tuesday at 2:00 PM
• Memorial Day Ceremony at Courthouse Square at 10:30 am
• Veterans Memorial project update (estimated cost $159,029, with $130,160 in donations received)
• New VA van and need for van volunteers

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular session to approve routine items including new hires, claims, quarterly reports, manure management plans, and several resolutions. They will also consider a resolution to abate $497 in mobile home taxes for a property in Marshalltown. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve new hires: Kaelee Keesee, Assistant County Attorney, $74,500/year; Jessica Mastin, Administrative Assistant, $17.85/hour; Dylan Gannaway, Jailer, $23.19/hour
• File Auditor/Recorder's quarterly reports: Oct-Dec 2023 ($64,883.99) and Jan-Mar 2024 ($60,595.99)
• File manure management plans for Larsen Site, Marco Pork, PI-341 Finisher, Providence 36
• Resolution 2024-0019 authorizing county engineer and staff to issue moving permits for oversized loads
• Resolution 2024-0020 abating $497 in mobile home taxes for 919 S Center St., Marshalltown

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will vote on several financial items, including transfers of funds totaling over $3.5 million, a new copier lease, and a budget amendment for secondary roads. They will also consider a special meeting for an additional claims run and discuss whether to continue holding rent checks for the Marshalltown Mall.

• Transfer $700,000 from Rural Services to Secondary Roads
• Transfer $1,894,156.21 from Capital Projects to General Basic
• Transfer $1,894,200 from General Basic to General Supplemental
• Approve new copier lease for Health and Human Services
• Award $4,320 contract to Con-Struct, Inc. for VA memorial slab and foundation

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will hold a special session to conduct public hearings and adopt resolutions on the 2023-2024 budget amendment, a decrease in appropriations, a re-appropriation of funds, and the 2024-2025 budget with tax certification. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public comments or objections noted.

• Resolution 2024-0014: Approving budget amendment for FY 2023-2024
• Resolution 2024-0015: Budget decrease in appropriations for County Capital Projects, Information Systems, and GIS departments
• Resolution 2024-0016: Re-appropriation of funds, including increases for County Engineer, Veteran Affairs, and County Conservation, and decreases for Information Systems and GIS
• Resolution 2024-0017: Adopt FY 2024-2025 budget and certify taxes
• Public hearings for budget amendment, decrease in appropriations, and FY 2024-2025 budget

CONSERVATION BOARD

The Marshall County Conservation Board will vote on staff raises for FY 2025, seasonal hires, and a summer extern payment. The board will also consider contracts for calcium chloride road treatment, engineering services, and an amphitheater shade, plus new electricity, water, and a dump station at Timmons Grove.

• Approve raises for staff for FY 2025
• Approve installation of electricity for new sites at Timmons Grove
• Approve installation of water for new sites at Timmons Grove
• Approve construction of a dump station at Timmons Grove
• Approve purchase of Calcium Chloride for the road to Grimes Farm

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will vote on a resolution approving proposed property tax dollars for FY2025, totaling $12,652,289 for General County Services and $2,946,864 for Rural County Services, an increase of 101.9% from FY2024. They will also set public hearings for budget amendments and the FY2025 budget, and consider several other items including a motor grader purchase and a jail project proposal.

• Resolution 2024-0011: Approve FY2025 proposed property tax dollars (General: $12,652,289; Rural: $2,946,864)
• Set public hearings for April 9, 2024 on budget amendment, decrease in appropriations, and FY2025 budget
• Approve purchase of 2024 John Deere 772G Motor Grader from Murphy Tractor for $463,375.00
• Approve new hire Bruce Dieken as Assistant to Engineer at $95,000 annual salary
• Approve status change for Lisa Crouch to Victim Witness Coordinator at $22.84/hr

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors is holding a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year 2024-2025. Residents may present objections or arguments in favor of the levy. The board will also handle routine items like agenda approval and adjournment.

• Public hearing on proposed property tax levy for FY25
• Residents may present objections or arguments in favor of the levy
• Meeting held in person, via Zoom, phone, or YouTube
• Next regular session scheduled for March 27, 2024

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Marshall County Board of Health will consider approving up to $13,000 from a part-time administrative assistant salary to pay for Sydney Grewell's enrollment in a Certified Medical Assisting program at Marshalltown Community College. The board will also vote on hiring an additional PRN nurse starting after July 1, 2024. Routine items include approving the agenda and minutes from the January 18 meeting, plus reports from environmental health, emergency management, and public health.

• $11,000-$13,000 tuition request for Sydney Grewell's medical assisting program
• Approval to hire an additional PRN nurse after July 1, 2024
• Public forum for comments on health topics, limited to 3 minutes
• Environmental Health Report by Taveis Stevens
• Emergency Management Report by Kim Elder

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular session with a consent agenda covering claims, manure management plans, a tax deduction authorization, and personnel changes. They will also vote on an alcohol license renewal, discuss the county bandshell, and consider a resolution appointing Sara Badger. A key action is approving a Highway 14 detour agreement with the Iowa DOT for September 2024.

• Approve claims as audited and authorize payment
• File manure management plans for three farms (Eric Finisher Farm, Burt Farm & Livestock, J.T. Farms)
• Authorize IRS Section 179D tax deduction allocation for OPN Architects (courthouse renovation)
• Personnel changes: Sara Badger promotion to Assistant Auditor/Recorder-Real Estate ($24.50/hr), new RN hire Sara Epperson ($31.00/hr)
• Approve Highway 14 detour agreement with Iowa DOT (Sept 2-30, 2024)

VETERANS AFFAIRS

This agenda is primarily a by-laws document for the Marshall County Commission of Veteran Affairs, detailing the commission's structure, responsibilities, and procedures. It covers the commission's mission, confidentiality rules, meeting requirements, and the duties of the Executive Director. The document also lists state resources for veterans, such as the Iowa Veterans Home and the Iowa Veterans Cemetery.

• Establishes commission by-laws under Iowa Code Chapter 35B, including meeting rules and attendance requirements.
• Details the Executive Director's duties, including certification requirements and responsibilities for assisting veterans with claims.
• Outlines the appeals and grievance process for veterans or surviving spouses.
• Lists monetary assistance programs including rent/mortgage, utilities, and food boxes.
• References the Iowa Veterans Home and Iowa Veterans Cemetery as resources for veterans.

VETERANS AFFAIRS

The Marshall County Commission of Veterans Affairs will hold its regular monthly meeting to consider routine business, including approving minutes and claims, reviewing and potentially adopting bylaws, and receiving the director's report. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major new policy decisions listed. The meeting will also include public comments and commissioner reports.

• Approval of minutes from February 14, 2024 meeting
• Presentation and approval of claims with year-to-date expenditures
• Bylaws review and anticipated adoption
• Director's report on Veterans Memorial progress for courthouse square
• Public comments

CONSERVATION BOARD

The Marshall County Conservation Board is meeting to approve claims, an IDNR fish habitat agreement for the retroactive purchase of Arti and Red's Pond, a Timmons Grove Campground ADA Accessible Policy, a Conservation Easement Agreement, and testing of glycol levels in geothermal units. Public comment is allowed for items not on the agenda.

• Approve IDNR Fish Habitat Agreement for retroactive purchase of Arti and Red's Pond
• Approve Timmons Grove Campground ADA Accessible Policy
• Discuss and approve Conservation Easement Agreement
• Approve testing of glycol levels of geothermal units
• Approve claims

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular session to approve routine items, including claims, minutes, and personnel changes, and to set a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy for March 25, 2024. They will also consider a resolution authorizing signers for Farm Service Agency documents and a homestead credit exception.

• Set public hearing for proposed property tax levy on March 25, 2024, at 9:00 a.m.
• Approve new hire Salvador Beltran as Janitorial Maintenance Technician at $22.00/hour
• Resolution 2024-0009 authorizing Conservation Board and Supervisors to sign Farm Service Agency documents
• Homestead credit exception for parcel 8318-01-358-001, 2003 S 5th Ave, Marshalltown
• File manure management plan for Burt Farm & Livestock #62502, 2809 170th St, Marshalltown

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will vote on resolutions to approve homestead and family farm tax credits (with some disallowances) and to set the compensation schedule for elected officials for FY 2024-25. They will also consider consent agenda items including claims, minutes, and manure management plans, and hear a presentation from the Iowa Department of Corrections.

• Resolution 2024-0008: County Attorney salary $138,435.72 (6% increase), Sheriff $132,771.59 (10% increase), Auditor/Recorder $94,113.75, Treasurer $81,021.68, Supervisor $47,262.66
• Resolution 2024-0007: Approve homestead/family farm/military tax credits, disallowing 30+ claims (mostly due to homeowner deceased or vacant property)
• File manure management plans for Marshall Ridge Farms, Eggers Farms, and Edler Brothers Farm in State Center
• Approve claims as audited and authorize payment
• Presentation by Iowa Department of Corrections 2nd Judicial District

VETERANS AFFAIRS

The Marshall County Commission of Veterans Affairs will meet to handle routine business, including accepting a resignation, appointing a new commissioner, approving claims, and adopting a resolution for recurring copier payments. The agenda also includes a budget report and a bylaws review, with no major policy decisions expected.

• Accept resignation of Commissioner Laurel Degelau and appoint Dave Streets to fill the remainder of her term through 12/31/2025
• Adopt Resolution #2023-001 authorizing advance payment of recurring copier invoices from Xerox and RK Dixon
• Approve claims as presented, with year-to-date expenditures document
• Review bylaws (anticipated adoption at future meeting)
• Budget report for FY 2023-24 showing $120,950 total budget with 43.87% remaining

CONSERVATION BOARD

The Marshall County Conservation Board is holding its regular February meeting to approve claims and take action on several purchases and repairs, including replacing geothermal units, buying cross-country ski sets and bindings, purchasing sonar chemical, and repairing bike trail bridges. The agenda is mostly routine operational items requiring board approval.

• Approve replacement of remaining geothermal units
• Approve purchase of Cross Country Ski Sets and Bindings
• Approve purchase of Sonar chemical
• Approve repair of Bike trail bridges
• Approve claims

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors is meeting for a regular session, followed immediately by a budget work session to review the compiled budget. The agenda lists the meeting schedule and budget work sessions for various county departments.

• Regular Meeting BOS Meeting Rm first Floor
• Budget Work Session, BOS Review Compiled Budget Meeting Rm 2

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution to spend $25,000 on granite for the Veterans Affairs Memorial Project and a related grant application. They will also approve election worker hires for the March 5 special election, re-appoint a Conservation Board member, and discuss a speed feedback sign on Eastman Ave and a marketing proposal for the Sheriff's Office upgrade.

• Resolution 2024-0006: $25,000 for granite for the Veterans Affairs Memorial Project
• Martha Ellen Tye Foundation Challenge Grant application for the memorial
• Hire precinct election officials at $12/hr and chairs at $14/hr for March 5 special election
• Hire up to 2 absentee voting workers at $15/hr (Feb 12-Mar 15) and up to 6 special precinct board members at $12/hr (Mar 4-15)
• Re-appoint Steve Armstrong to Conservation Board (2024-2029)

External-Technical Oversight Board, an advisory committee to the MCCC

The Technical Oversight Board, an advisory committee to the Marshall County Communications Commission, will meet to select officers and consider channel sharing requests from Poweshiek County and the US Marshals, as forwarded by the Radio Governance Board. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Poweshiek County channel sharing request
• US Marshals channel sharing request
• Selection of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Marshall County Board of Health will meet to discuss routine reports and consider new business, including a request to increase an existing 20-hour administrative assistant position to full-time, election of officers, and adoption of a code of ethics. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes on topics not on the agenda.

• Request to increase existing 20-hour administrative assistant position to full-time
• Election of officers
• Board of Health Members Code of Ethics
• Reports from Environmental Health, Emergency Management, and Public Health
• Approval of minutes from 12/12/23 and 12/18/23

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular session covering routine approvals, a proclamation, personnel changes, and several financial items. Key actions include a change order for an attic circulation fan, a $700,000 fund transfer, and appointments to the Veterans Affairs Commission.

• Breiholz Change Order Request 129: Attic Circulation Fan in the amount of $5,780.28 (total $11,560.55, remainder paid by Bluestone Engineering)
• Transfer of funds #945: $700,000.00 from Rural Services Fund to Secondary Roads Fund
• Accept resignation of Laurel Degelau as Veterans Affairs Commissioner
• Appoint Dave Streets as Veterans Affairs Commissioner through December 31, 2025
• Close downtown County offices Feb 23, 2024, 1:00-4:30 PM for ALICE Part II Training

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors is holding a special closed session to discuss strategy with legal counsel regarding pending litigation, as permitted under Iowa Code. The agenda includes entering, conducting, and exiting the closed session, followed by a public forum. No other substantive business is scheduled.

• Closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(c) for pending litigation
• Discussion with Marshall County Attorney and Ahlers & Cooney P.C.
• Public forum for comments on county business
• Next regular session scheduled for January 17, 2024

CONSERVATION BOARD

The Marshall County Conservation Board will hold its regular meeting to approve the FY 2025 budget, purchase trees for Mann Wetlands, and handle other routine items. The board will also elect officers for 2024, approve the FY23 annual report, and consider a dock purchase and a camping fee increase.

• Approve FY 2025 Budget
• Purchase of trees for Mann Wetlands
• Dock purchase for Arti and Red's Pond
• Increase in camping fee at Timmons Grove South
• Elect officers for calendar year 2024

External-Marshall County Emergency Management

The Marshall County Emergency Management Commission will hold a public hearing on the FY24 budget and then consider adopting the FY2025 budget, which proposes a 5% increase in assessments for county and cities, a 3.5% salary increase, and removal of a $20,000 reserve. The commission will also appoint a chair and vice chair and discuss hiring an administrative assistant.

• Public hearing for FY24 Emergency Management budget
• Adoption of FY2025 MCEM budget with 5% assessment increase and 3.5% salary increase
• Removal of $20,000 reserve for emergency fund due to fund balance deficit
• Vote on appointing Chair and Vice Chair of Commission
• Discussion of EM Admin Assistant position at $27,000 for 20 hours/week

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors will consider design upgrades for the Sheriff's Office and Jail Complex and the hiring of a new Public Health Director. The Board will also discuss adding a Buildings and Grounds employee and updating an actuarial services agreement.

• Hire Sydney Grewell as Public Health Director at an annual salary of $68,000
• Proposed $847,983.00 lump sum fee for Sheriff's Office and Jail Complex design upgrades
• Update to Actuarial Services Agreement with Silverstone Group, Inc. through December 31, 2026
• File Manure Management Plans for Flint Fisher Farm and Pickard Brothers Inc
• Discussion regarding an additional Buildings and Grounds employee

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors is holding its annual organizational meeting to select a chair and vice chair for 2024, approve a consent agenda of appointments, and adopt several routine resolutions. The agenda includes resolutions on construction evaluation, moving permits, road closures, and other administrative matters. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Select Board of Supervisor Chair and Vice Chair for 2024
• Approve Board of Supervisor Appointments for 2024 (various committees)
• Reappoint Taveis Stevens as Weed Commission, Sanitarian & Zoning Administrator
• Adopt Resolution 2024-0001 Construction Evaluation Resolution (confinement feeding operations)
• Adopt Resolution 2024-0002 Moving Permits (authorizes engineer and staff to issue permits)