Marshalltown public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a series of resolutions including a new city fee schedule and a rental housing inspections program. The body is also considering ordinances regarding automated traffic enforcement and the establishment of a storm water advisory committee.

• Ordinance 15055: Regulations for automated traffic enforcement (3rd reading)
• Resolution 2022-362: Approval of City Fee Schedule
• Resolution 2022-366: Adoption of the 2023-2024 Strategic Plan
• Resolution 2022-369: Airport hangar project change order decrease of $49,910.23
• Resolution 2022-372: Emergency material procurement for Center Street Viaduct repair

The City Council adopted an ordinance to regulate automated traffic enforcement and established a Storm Water Advisory Committee. Other key actions included approving a $1.04M bill list and authorizing emergency material procurement for the Center Street Viaduct repair.

• Approved bill list totaling $1,041,665.19 (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance 15055 for automated traffic enforcement (5-2)
• Adopted first reading of ordinance 15056 to establish Storm Water Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Authorized emergency material procurement for Center Street Viaduct repair (6-1)
• Approved 2022 year-end inflationary payment for employees (6-1)
• Selected Foth Infrastructure & Environment LLC for site certification studies (6-1)
• Authorized GovHR USA for classification and compensation study (6-1)
• Approved 2023-2024 Strategic Plan via Resolution 2022-366 (7-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Board unanimously accepted a staff recommendation not to purchase specific items following a patron statement of concern. Members also agreed to have their individual photographs and email addresses posted via the State Library. The Board reviewed budget updates and a draft bookmobile policy.

• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved operating bills
• Accepted recommendation not to purchase items in question (unanimous)
• Agreed to post individual board member photographs and email addresses

City Council

The City Council approved a new automated traffic enforcement ordinance and set special elections for March 7, 2023, to implement franchise fees on electric and gas services. The council also approved a $1.56M bill list and several infrastructure and housing grants.

• Approved automated traffic enforcement ordinance (4-2)
• Set special elections for electric and gas franchise fee amendments (5-2)
• Approved $1.56M bill list (6-0)
• Approved $53,040 bid for park stump removal (6-0)
• Approved purchase of two 2024 International dump trucks totaling $420,280 (6-0)
• Approved $1,000 inflationary payment for full-time and $500 for part-time employees (5-2)
• Approved CDBG disaster recovery funding for Huegerich Holdings Series 2 LLC (6-0)
• Approved new alcohol license for Hampton Inn and Suites (6-0)

City Council

The City Council voted to direct staff to prepare a resolution of support specifically for Project 1 of the Infill For-Sale Housing grant application. A motion to reconsider a previous resolution regarding both Project 1 and Project 2 failed. The council discussed the city's role as a developer and the impact of Davis-Bacon rules on unit counts.

• Motion to reconsider Resolution 2022-336 for Project 1 and Project 2 CDBG-DR funding failed (4-3)
• Approved directing staff to prepare a resolution of support for only Project 1 for the December 12 meeting (5-2)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the issuance of several bond series for corporate purposes and property restoration. The body is also reviewing agreements for automated traffic enforcement and various transit service contracts.

• Resolution 2022-326: Issuance of $9,555,000 general obligation corporate purpose bonds
• Resolution 2022-327: Issuance of $610,000 taxable general obligation property restoration bonds
• Resolution 2022-329: Master services agreement for automated traffic enforcement with Sensys Gatso Group
• Resolution 2022-311: Purchase of two transit vehicles from Cyride in Ames, Iowa
• Ordinance 15054: Adoption of the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code

The City Council approved two loan agreements for general obligation bonds totaling over $10.1M. The council also approved a contract for automated traffic enforcement cameras and a development agreement with Marshalltown Company. A proposal for city-led infill housing using CDBG funds was denied.

• Approved $9,555,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds (5-2)
• Approved $610,000 Taxable General Obligation Property Restoration Bonds (5-2)
• Approved 5-year automated traffic enforcement contract with Sensys Gatso Group (6-1)
• Denied CDBG disaster recovery funding for city-led infill housing Project 1 and 2 (3-4)
• Approved CDBG disaster recovery funding for Huegerich Construction, HCI50158 Investment, and Huegerich Holdings (6-1)
• Approved development agreement with Marshalltown Company for infrastructure improvements (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 TIF for Marshalltown Central Business District facade program (7-0)
• Approved $2.8M bill list (7-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Board approved a revision to the Interlibrary Loan (ILL) policy to include DVDs. The Board also approved operating bills and accepted a staff recommendation to deny a request to purchase two specific publications.

• Approved operating bills
• Approved ILL Policy revision to allow DVDs to be borrowed or loaned
• Denied request to purchase 'The American Rifleman' and 'Epoch Times' publications

City Council

The City Council approved a professional services agreement for the design of downtown reconstruction on East Main and Center Streets. Other key actions included awarding municipal bonds and providing $95,000 in operational funding to the Marshalltown Central Business District.

• Approved $653,938 design contract with Bolton and Menk for East Main and Center Street reconstruction (6-0)
• Approved $95,000 operational funding for Marshalltown Central Business District (6-0)
• Awarded General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2022A to First National Capital Markets (4-2)
• Awarded Taxable General Obligation Property Restoration Bonds, Series 2022B to Northland Securities, Inc. (4-2)
• Approved rental housing inspection services agreement with Safe Building, LLC (5-1)
• Approved purchase of 8 North 5th Avenue (5-1)
• Approved purchase of parcel 8318-10-279-004 in 2500 block of South 6th Street (4-2)
• Approved $3,326,800.00 bill list (6-0)

City Council

The City Council met for a work session to review the city's mission and values statements. Members analyzed internal strengths, weaknesses, external opportunities, and threats to establish goals for the next year and a three-year vision. No formal votes were taken during this session.

City Council

The council approved a $10.165 million general obligation bond package (5-2) for projects including an interactive water plaza, trail connections, and a city hall parking lot, after a public hearing with both support and opposition. They also approved a $209,920 generator contract for the Veterans Memorial Coliseum, a professional services agreement for automated traffic enforcement (6-1), and a $45,000 public service agreement for a well at Riverside Cemetery (6-1). A new liquor license for Plaza Del Sol Mexican Restaurant was approved (6-1).

• Approved $10.165M general obligation bond package for water plaza, trails, parking (5-2)
• Approved $209,920 contract for Veterans Memorial Coliseum generator project (7-0)
• Approved automated traffic enforcement services agreement with Sensys Gatso (6-1)
• Approved $45,000 public service agreement for Riverside Cemetery well (6-1)
• Approved new Class C liquor license with outdoor service for Plaza Del Sol Mexican Restaurant (6-1)
• Approved assignment of real estate purchase agreement for 23 West Main Street to Regalados Realty Corp (6-1)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending junk dealers and pawnbrokers code (6-0)
• Approved proceeding with CDBG grant application for Derecho housing project (7-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The board agreed to pursue Midwest Pano, a marketing photo service for the library, with a $189/year hosting fee. Operating bills were approved, and the September minutes were adopted as written. A budget update noted a March city election on a franchise fee to address the city budget gap.

• Approved the minutes of the September 20, 2022, meeting as written.
• Approved the operating bills (motion by Lyons/Lowrance).
• Agreed to pursue Midwest Pano marketing service (hosting fee $189/year).

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council approved a development agreement with Karl of Marshalltown LLC, pledging $1.8 million in tax increment financing (TIF) incentives over 10 years on a sliding scale. The council also awarded a $764,476 contract for the South 7th Avenue Extension project and adopted ordinances prohibiting ATVs/off-road utility vehicles and updating stop intersections. A proposal to prohibit golf cars failed on a 3-3 tie vote.

• Approved $1.8M TIF development agreement with Karl of Marshalltown LLC (5-1)
• Awarded $764,476 contract for South 7th Avenue Extension to Con-Struct, Inc (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting ATVs and off-road utility vehicles (5-1)
• Adopted ordinance amending stop intersection schedule (6-0)
• Failed to adopt ordinance prohibiting golf cars (3-3)
• Approved Marshall County/Municipal Mutual Aid Agreement (6-0)
• Approved plans for Veterans Memorial Coliseum generator project (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,273,230.55 bill list (6-0)

Investment Advisory Committee

The committee approved a staff recommendation to increase depository limits for banks other than First Interstate Bank from $25 million to $35 million to take advantage of higher CD rates. First Interstate Bank's limit remains at $70 million. The city will update the council resolution to reflect the name change. No other business was conducted.

• Approved raising depository limits for non-First Interstate banks from $25M to $35M (3-0)
• Approved minutes from April 22, 2022 meeting (3-0)

City Council

The council voted 5-2 to move forward with a $10 million general obligation borrowing plan, allocating $2.65 million for street improvements, with a possible secondary bond in 2023 for additional street work. They also approved resolutions committing funding to Destination Iowa Creative Placemaking projects (5-2) and authorizing a grant application for the Linn Creek District (5-2). A motion to sell a city-owned parcel at Anson Park to an adjoining owner for $1 failed 3-4. The council directed staff to work on an agreement for a new water supply well at Lake Woodmere in Riverside Cemetery, with funding not to exceed $45,000 from Local Option Sales Tax (6-1).

• Approved consent agenda (less item 3) including minutes, bill list of $1,919,610.58, liquor license renewals, and multiple resolutions for contracts, easements, and property disposal — 7-0.
• Adopted Resolution 2022-253 to repeal the city's policy for evaluating citizen requests for traffic calming — 7-0.
• Adopted Resolution 2022-265 committing funding to Destination Iowa Creative Placemaking projects — 5-2, Hoop and Thompson dissenting.
• Adopted Resolution 2022-266 authorizing submission of a Destination Iowa Creative Placemaking application for the Linn Creek District — 5-2, Hoop and Thompson dissenting.
• Adopted Resolution 2022-267 approving plans, specifications, and cost for the South 7th Avenue Extension project (city share $871,910) — 7-0.
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 15047 moving bicycle regulations to Chapter 73, and waived second and third readings — 7-0.
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 15048 on tax division in Urban Renewal Area #7, and waived third reading — 7-0.
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 15049 amending stop intersection schedules, with additional intersections to be added for final reading — 7-0.

Library Board of Trustees

The board approved operating bills for September and received updates on summer reading participation, staffing changes, and bookmobile progress. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved operating bills (motion by Lindholm/Lowrance, passed)

City Council

The council awarded an $8.9 million contract for the Marshalltown WPC Headworks and Digester Improvements project to WRH, Inc., funded through a revenue bond and cash on hand. It also approved a $37,581 contribution to the Region 6 Housing Trust Fund (5-2), a real estate purchase agreement for 23 West Main Street (6-1), and first readings of ordinances on urban renewal, traffic schedules, parking, and ATV/UTV prohibition. A motion to allow golf cars with licensing failed 3-4; a motion to prohibit them with exceptions passed 4-3.

• Awarded $8,939,000 contract for WPC Headworks and Digester Improvements (7-0)
• Approved $37,581 contribution to Region 6 Housing Trust Fund (5-2)
• Approved real estate purchase and lease agreement for 23 West Main Street (6-1)
• Approved first reading of ordinance prohibiting ATVs and off-road utility vehicles (6-1)
• Approved first reading of ordinance establishing Urban Renewal Area #7 (7-0)
• Approved $59,950 contract for ash tree removal of 132 trees (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for Facade Project; to be re-bid in January (7-0)
• Motion to prohibit golf cars with exceptions passed (4-3); motion to allow with licensing failed (3-4)

City Council

The council voted 6-1 against first reading of an ordinance to allow ATVs, off-road utility vehicles, and golf carts on city streets, with only Councilor Ladehoff in favor. They approved the final plat for Glenwood Park 7th Addition, creating 35 new residential lots. The council also postponed the facade rehabilitation contract after receiving only one unfavorable bid, and committed $37,581 to the Housing Trust Fund for exterior home repairs for low-to-moderate income homeowners.

• First reading of ATV/golf cart ordinance failed (1-6)
• Approved final plat for Glenwood Park 7th Addition, 35 residential lots (6-0)
• Postponed award of facade rehabilitation contract (7-0)
• Committed $37,581 to Housing Trust Fund for Marshalltown projects (6-1)
• Approved 5-day liquor licenses for rodeo events at fairgrounds (6-1 each)
• Approved open container allowance for Oktemberfest (6-1)
• Approved conveyance of city-owned land at 4 & 6 W Grant St to K.K.H., LLC (7-0)
• Approved conveyance of city-owned land to Moyer Family Real Estate, LLC (7-0)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council held a work session on a franchise fee. Council voted 5-1 to direct the mayor to create a three-person committee to bring forward a proposal on implementing the fee. Councilmember Isom dissented; Thompson was absent at the vote but joined later.

• Approved motion to direct the mayor to create a three-person committee to propose a franchise fee implementation plan (5-1, Isom dissenting)

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved the operating bills and the 2023 calendar, which includes a November meeting date change and holiday closures. The board also discussed the city's potential franchise fee and received updates on summer programs, staffing, and the bookmobile delivery.

• Approved operating bills (moved by Lyons, seconded by Lindholm)
• Approved 2023 calendar (moved by Lyons, seconded by Beek)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council approved a professional services agreement with Bolton and Menk for preliminary design and cost estimate of an interactive community water feature, despite two dissenting votes. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a $2,066,344.74 bill list, and several resolutions for property conveyances and grant agreements. Two ordinances regarding recreational vehicles and bicycle regulations were postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda less item 11, including bill list $2,066,344.74 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-219 for compost fee schedule (6-1, Thompson dissenting)
• Approved 5-day liquor license for Midnight Ballroom at Central Iowa Fairgrounds (6-1, Hoop dissenting)
• Approved temporary premise transfer of beer permit to Activities Building (6-1, Hoop dissenting)
• Approved Resolution 2022-223 for water feature design with Bolton and Menk (5-2, Hoop and Thompson dissenting)
• Approved Resolution 2022-224 for JAG grant agreement with Marshall County (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-225 for conveyance of 2.10 acres to Marshall County (7-0)
• Postponed first reading of Ordinance 15046 on recreational vehicles to Aug 22 (5-2)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council approved moving forward with an RFP for automated traffic enforcement (one mobile and three fixed units) and adopted compost fee changes effective January 1, 2023. It also authorized LOST funds for Veterans Gallery display cabinets and a wreath replacement project, and approved several resolutions including open containers for Harvest Market events and a facade rehabilitation project.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,829,862.71 bill list and liquor license renewals (7-0)
• Approved open containers for 13th Street District Harvest Market events (6-1)
• Approved 5-day special Class C liquor license with outdoor service for Harvest Market (6-1)
• Declared 2005 Shadowmaster trailer surplus and authorized sale to Municipal Band (7-0)
• Approved facade rehabilitation project plans and cost (7-0)
• Authorized ~$43,000 LOST for Veterans Gallery display cabinets (7-0)
• Authorized $8,000 LOST for wreath replacement project (7-0)
• Approved compost fee changes effective Jan 1, 2023 (6-1); motion to open compost free for 2 weeks failed (1-6)

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved a revised circulation policy that eliminates overdue fines while keeping charges for lost or damaged materials. The board also elected officers for the 2022-23 year and approved operating bills, including roof repair and database renewals.

• Approved operating bills including roof repair and database renewals (passed)
• Elected Tonya Gaffney as president, Kevin Pink as vice president, Judy Lindholm as secretary (unanimous)
• Approved circulation policy changes eliminating overdue fines (passed)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council rejected a proposed $1.50 monthly compost fee on water bills for residential units of 3 or less, which was estimated to generate $138,600 annually. The council also approved spending up to $50,000 from 2022 General Obligation Bond funds for preliminary design and cost estimates for a splash pad. Several other resolutions were approved, including contracts for demolition, construction projects, and grant agreements for exterior wall repairs.

• Rejected compost fee resolution (3-4)
• Approved $50,000 for splash pad preliminary design (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,523,167.23 bill list (7-0)
• Approved 5-day liquor license for Impala Ballroom event (6-1)
• Approved temporary premise transfer for Central Iowa Fairgrounds beer permit (6-1)
• Approved open containers for 'Bee Ridiculous Days' event (6-1)
• Approved $101,982 contract for Elk's Park grading and ADA project (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to relocate stop signs (7-0)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council approved a $13,125,000 sewer revenue loan for water pollution control projects, authorized $50,000 for splash pad design, and transferred city-owned land to the YMCA and Fisher Governor Foundation. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a $1,510,511.29 bill list, and discussed but did not finalize a pawnbroker ordinance revision.

• Approved $13,125,000 sewer revenue loan agreement (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 for splash pad preliminary design (5-2)
• Approved land transfer of 2.43 acres to YMCA (6-1)
• Approved land transfer of 5.70 acres to Fisher Governor Foundation (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,510,511.29 bill list (7-0)
• Approved open container resolution for community event (6-1)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Sievers Subdivision (7-0)
• Approved Elks Park improvement project plans (7-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved operating bills for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, which included large purchases like copy machines, library cards, shelving, and iPads. The board also confirmed the library will go fine-free starting July 1, 2022, and eliminate outstanding fines (excluding lost/damaged items). The Friends of the Library approved $50,000 for youth shelving bins and $5,000 for eBooks. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved operating bills including end-of-year purchases (motion by Morrison/Pink, passed)
• Confirmed fine-free policy effective July 1, 2022, with elimination of outstanding fines (excluding lost/damaged items)
• Noted Friends of the Library approved $50,000 for youth shelving bins and $5,000 for eBooks

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting was largely procedural. Members approved the April minutes unanimously. No new project updates were given except for the Veteran's Courtyard project, where concrete issues with the pickleball court and poetry stamp area may require the contractor to rip out and re-pour the concrete. The Aquatic Center opening and summer program dates were announced.

• Approved April minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council approved a $28,000 increase to the Animal Rescue League contract, raising it to $80,000 per year effective July 1, 2022. The council also appointed Lynch Dallas P.C. as the new city attorney, approved a $58,150 demolition bid, and passed several ordinances and resolutions. A compost fee resolution was tabled for further discussion.

• Approved $80,000/year Animal Rescue League contract increase (5-2)
• Appointed Lynch Dallas P.C. as city attorney effective July 1, 2022 (6-1)
• Approved $58,150 demolition bid for 24 North 1st Avenue to Lansing Brothers Construction (7-0)
• Approved third reading of Ordinance 15042 repealing/enacting Chapter 58: Vegetation (5-2)
• Approved third reading of Ordinance 15043 repealing Section 90.036 Dogs at Public Events (6-1)
• Approved first reading and waived second/third readings of Ordinance 15044 amending Chapter 77 Parking Schedules (7-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2022-165 establishing a compost fee (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda less items 3, 7, 8, 11, 16 (7-0)

City Council

The council awarded the State Street reconstruction project to Con-Struct Inc. for $6,062,985.50 and the sanitary sewer CIPP project to Municipal Pipe Tool Co. LLC for $4,768,210.10, both unanimously. It also approved a $1.50/month compost fee starting July 1, a TIF incentive for the Karl of Marshalltown project, and several liquor licenses and ordinance changes.

• Awarded State Street reconstruction contract to Con-Struct Inc. for $6,062,985.50 (7-0)
• Awarded 2020 Sanitary Sewer CIPP project to Municipal Pipe Tool Co. LLC for $4,768,210.10 (7-0)
• Approved $1.50/month compost fee starting 7/1 (4-3)
• Approved TIF incentive option 3 with 10-year sliding scale for Karl of Marshalltown (6-1)
• Approved sale of city-owned land to Karl of Marshalltown (7-0)
• Adopted third reading of Ordinance 15041 amending peddlers/solicitors chapter (7-0)
• Approved 5-day liquor license for Impala Ballroom at fairgrounds (6-1)
• Approved new Class C liquor license for Midnight Ballroom LLC (6-1)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board discussed plans for Riverview Park improvements, including a $2,000,000 bond issue for Phase I that the City Council will consider for FY23. The board also received updates on the splashpad project, a $67,320 grant for Elks Park, and the status of other projects. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational.

• Discussed Riverview Park Phase I improvements contingent on $2M City Council bond approval
• Received update on Splash-4-Life funding for splashpad conceptual drawings
• Noted receipt of $67,320 IEDA grant for Elks Park improvements
• Reported Veterans Courtyard project on hold until spring for pickleball court surfacing

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved the operating bills, an updated meeting room policy, and a new internet hotspot borrowing policy. The meeting room policy now allows middle school students to reserve study rooms and repurposes the café as tween-teen space. The hotspot policy, funded by the Friends of the Library, allows one-week checkouts with a $5/day overdue fine. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved operating bills including $3,029 for window replacement (passed)
• Approved updated meeting room policy allowing middle school study room reservations and café as tween-teen space (moved Lyons/Lowrance)
• Approved Internet Hotspot Borrowing Policy with $5/day overdue fine (moved Thoreson/Lyons)

City Council

The council awarded a $6,088,627.50 contract to Con-Struct Inc. for the Edgewood Street Extension project, which came in under the $6.5 million estimate and is expected to be completed by September 2023. The council also approved a $228,200 contract for the demolition of 101 West Main Street, and designated $150,000 in local option sales tax for the Public Safety Camera Program. Several other resolutions and ordinances were approved, including the sale of nine city-owned vacant lots via sealed bid.

• Approved $6,088,627.50 Edgewood Street Extension contract to Con-Struct Inc. (6-1)
• Approved $228,200 demolition contract for 101 West Main Street to Lansing Brothers Construction Inc. (5-2)
• Designated $150,000 in local option sales tax for Public Safety Camera Program (7-0)
• Approved sale of nine city-owned vacant lots via sealed bid (7-0)
• Approved conveyance of 308 South 7th Avenue to Duane E. Yilek (6-1)
• Approved plans for State Street Reconstruction project (7-0)
• Approved plans for 2020 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation CIPP project (7-0)
• Adopted third reading of Ordinance 15040 on public use and special event permits (7-0)

City Council

The council committed $250,000 in Council-Designated Local Option Sales Tax to support a Trails Inc. Destination Iowa grant application for paving a trail between bridges 2 and 5, contingent on grant award. A motion to place an Urban Tree Management Fee on the November ballot failed 1-6. The council also approved several resolutions, licenses, and purchases, including a $15,000 land purchase for West End Park renovations.

• Committed $250,000 in LOST funds to Trails Inc. grant application (5-2)
• Urban Tree Fee ballot measure failed (1-6)
• Approved $15,000 purchase of .6 acres at 1314 Summit St for West End Park (7-0)
• Approved Edgewood Street Extension project plans and cost (7-0)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 15040 on public use and special event permits (7-0)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 15041 on peddlers and solicitors (7-0)
• Approved new liquor license for Adelina's Grill (6-1)
• Approved settlement agreement with Corrado Homes LLC (6-1)

Investment Advisory Committee

The Investment Advisory Committee approved the minutes from July 23, 2020, and reviewed current cash balances. No new investments were made; the checking account remains at Great Western Bank earning 1% APY. The committee discussed the upcoming bank name change to First Interstate Bank and a potential increase in the maximum deposit amount from $65 million to $70 million, but no formal action was taken on these items.

• Approved minutes from July 23, 2020 (3-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved operating bills that included new public computers and youth department shelving. The board also discussed updates on the Holocaust exhibit, community outreach, and staffing, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved operating bills including new public computers and youth shelving (moved by Thoreson, seconded by Morrison)
• Corrected March 15, 2022 minutes to note Ruzan Morrison was absent

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council approved a $320,000 commitment to the Timber Ridge senior low-income housing tax credit project, adopted a new zoning code, and authorized a $273,455 contract for 18th Avenue approach slab repairs. The council also approved a $18.7 million RAISE grant application for Highway 14 corridor reconstruction and several other resolutions and ordinances.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,474,348.90 bill list and liquor license renewals (7-0)
• Approved 5-day liquor license for Impala Ballroom concert (6-1)
• Authorized $18.7M RAISE grant application for Highway 14 Corridor (6-1)
• Awarded $273,455.15 contract for 18th Avenue Approach Slab Repairs (7-0)
• Committed $320,000 to Timber Ridge Senior Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Project (4-3)
• Adopted new Chapter 156 Zoning ordinance (7-0)
• Approved demolition of 10 and 12 West Main Street for $161,000 (6-1)
• Authorized $12,867.75 for website enhancements and up to $10,000 for police recruitment video (7-0)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council approved the FY2023 budget and tax levy, adopted a new zoning code on first reading, and awarded contracts for residential demolition, Boone Street improvements, and other projects. The council also approved a $2,000 hiring incentive for non-certified police officer applicants and a 28E agreement for a school liaison officer. All votes were 7-0 except for a 6-1 vote on a temporary liquor license for a rodeo event.

• Adopted FY2023 budget and certified taxes (7-0)
• Adopted first reading of new zoning ordinance 15039 (7-0)
• Awarded $48,800 residential demolition contract to Lansing Brothers Construction (7-0)
• Awarded $171,198.70 Boone Street improvements contract to Boulder Contracting (7-0)
• Approved $2,000 hiring incentive for non-certified police officer applicants (7-0)
• Approved 28E agreement for school liaison officer, FY2023-2025 (7-0)
• Approved $5,000 for July 4th fireworks display (7-0)
• Approved 5-day liquor license for rodeo at fairgrounds (6-1)

Plan Zoning Commission

The Marshalltown Plan Zoning Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss a proposed zoning ordinance. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, and a discussion item on the proposed zoning ordinance, with no other business listed.

• Discussion of proposed zoning ordinance

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will set public hearings for the FY2023 budget, FY2022 budget amendment, and five-year capital improvement program, and will hold hearings on the maximum property tax levy and several property conveyances. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, a $1,283,917.37 bill list, liquor license renewals, and resolutions for tax abatements, a lease to the Iowa River OHV Club, and grant support for State Street reconstruction. The council will also discuss a hiring incentive for non-certified police officer applicants and consider an ordinance to amend election ward boundaries.

• Resolution 2022-043 sets public hearing for FY2023 budget and property tax levy
• Resolution 2022-046 approves maximum property tax dollars for FY2023
• Resolution 2022-037 approves tax abatement applications for industrial property
• Public hearings for sale of vacant lots at 908 S 6th Ave, 610 W Nevada St, and others
• Ordinance 15038 amends election ward boundaries, first reading with waiver request

The Marshalltown City Council approved multiple resolutions setting public hearings for the FY2023 budget, amended FY2022 budget, and five-year capital improvement program, all scheduled for March 14. It also approved the maximum property tax dollars for FY2023, an urban renewal plan amendment, a development agreement with Willard-Hopkins LLC, and the Boone Street intersection improvement project. The council authorized the transfer of title for ten city-owned properties to various individuals and entities, and passed an ordinance amending election ward boundaries. A $2,000 hiring incentive for non-certified police applicants was discussed and will be brought forward as a resolution at the next meeting.

• Adopted consent agenda including $1,283,917.37 bill list and multiple resolutions (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-038 authorizing local option sales tax for surveys (5-2, Thompson and Walker dissenting)
• Set public hearings for FY2023 budget, amended FY2022 budget, and CIP for March 14 (7-0)
• Approved maximum property tax dollars for FY2023, maintaining levy at $15.36 per $1,000 (7-0)
• Approved urban renewal plan amendment for Area No. 4 (7-0)
• Approved development agreement with Willard-Hopkins LLC for tax increment payments (7-0)
• Approved Boone Street intersection improvements project, estimated at $184,160 (7-0)
• Approved conveyance of ten city-owned properties to individuals and LLCs (7-0 each)

Plan Zoning Commission

The Marshalltown Plan and Zoning Commission is meeting to review and discuss a proposed rewrite of the city's zoning ordinance, as outlined in a memo dated February 24, 2022. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the September 23, 2021 meeting. No final decisions are listed; the item is presented for review and discussion.

• Zoning ordinance presentation and review (ZONING REWRITE MEMO_022422.PDF)
• Approval of minutes from September 23, 2021 meeting
• Meeting held virtually via GoToMeeting with phone dial-in option

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from a prior meeting and receive an update on possible 2022 projects, including master plans and improvements at several parks and trails. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a discussion of potential projects.

• Approve minutes of January 19, 2021 meeting
• Discuss possible 2022 projects: Riverview Park Master Plan, Veterans Courtyard, Elks Park, Peterson Park, Splash Pad, Kiwanis, 6th St Trail, Trailhead, Iowa Rivers Edge Trail, Farmers Market, Park 101

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve minutes and bills, review circulation and program statistics, and discuss accreditation-related policies including confidentiality, personnel, by-laws, ADA, and city ordinance. The board will also receive budget, staffing, and director reports, followed by public comment.

• Review and approval of January 18, 2022 minutes
• Review and approval of bills to be paid February 15, 2022
• Discussion of confidentiality, personnel, by-laws, ADA, and city ordinance policies for accreditation
• Budget update
• Staffing update

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved the operating bills, a confidentiality policy, by-laws changes, and ADA papers. They also discussed budget reductions, staffing vacancies, and upcoming events. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved operating bills including shelving and Envisionware contract
• Approved confidentiality policy based on Iowa Code
• Approved by-laws changes: meeting on third Tuesday, 'his' to 'their'
• Approved ADA papers for state accreditation

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals, several resolutions for public hearings, and a discussion of the FY2023 budget. Key items include setting a public hearing on maximum property tax dollars for FY2023, ordering construction of the Boone Street intersection improvements, and discussing the FY2023 budget including fund balances and transfers. The council will also consider a second reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 151 on moving buildings.

• Resolution 2022-022: Approve purchase of 2-4 and 12 West Main Street for $75,000
• Resolution 2022-025: Set public hearing for maximum property tax dollars for FY2023
• Resolution 2022-026: Order construction of Boone Street intersection improvements (SMW21002)
• Resolution 2022-031: Award storm sewer repair contract (SMW21003) for $46,250
• Resolution 2022-034: Adopt new building permit fee schedule based on ICC valuation data

The Marshalltown City Council approved the 2022-2023 strategic plan, the use of ARPA funds to cover the full FY22 General Fund deficit, and a new tobacco/vape license for Green Leaf Tobacco & Vape. A new liquor license for Ay Caramba LLC was denied. The council also adopted the consent agenda, including a $1,856,156.54 bill list and several resolutions.

• Approved the 2022-2023 strategic plan (5-2, Schneider and Thompson dissenting).
• Approved using ARPA funds to cover the full FY22 General Fund deficit (6-1, Isom dissenting).
• Approved a new cigarette/tobacco/nicotine/vapor license for Green Leaf Tobacco & Vape (6-1, Hoop dissenting).
• Denied a new Class C liquor license for Ay Caramba LLC (0-7).
• Adopted the consent agenda, including the bill list of $1,856,156.54 and multiple resolutions.
• Adopted the second reading of Ordinance 15037 (moving buildings) and waived the third reading (7-0).
• Adopted Resolution 2022-034 using ICC building valuation data for permit fees (6-1, Thompson dissenting).

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two liquor license permits, approve the FY2021 financial report, and discuss several major topics including FY2023 General Fund deficit reduction, the FY22-FY26 Capital Improvement Plan, and the 2022-2023 Strategic Plan draft. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Approve Class C beer/Class B wine permit for Grocery Store & Torilleria La Vecindad, 505 N 3rd Ave
• Approve Class B beer permit for Zamora Fresh Market, 4 E Main St
• Resolution 2022-021 approving FY2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Discussion on FY2023 General Fund deficit reduction options
• Review of FY22-FY26 Capital Improvement Plan and debt capacity

The council approved the FY23 General Fund Deficit Reduction plan as outlined from the 1/24 meeting, with a 5-2 vote (Hoop and Schneider dissenting). They also approved the FY2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, which showed revenues of $43,837,877 and expenses of $39,076,346, and received a clean audit opinion. Several other motions were passed, including approving beer/wine permits for two businesses and adjusting the Library accessory building fund from $50,000 to $75,000, with the Friends of the Library donating the full amount.

• Approved Class C beer/Class B wine permit for Grocery Store & Tortilleria La Vecindad (6-1, Hoop dissenting)
• Approved Class B beer permit for Zamora Fresh Market (6-1, Hoop dissenting)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-021 approving FY2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (7-0)
• Approved FY23 General Fund Deficit Reduction plan (5-2, Hoop and Schneider dissenting)
• Approved using $71,500 LOST-Property Tax Relief for City Centre Parking Lot Extension (7-0)
• Approved Debt Capacity workbook after City Centre change (6-1, Hoop dissenting)
• Adjusted Library accessory building fund from $50,000 to $75,000 (7-0)
• Approved Strategic Plan draft as presented (5-2, Schneider and Thompson dissenting)

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will consider consent agenda items including a $2.19 million bill list, liquor license renewals, and several contract change orders. They will hold first readings on ordinances to redraw ward boundaries and amend moving building rules. Major discussions include setting a public hearing for maximum property tax levies for FY23, addressing a general fund deficit, and reviewing the capital improvement plan.

• Resolution 2022-019: Award $64,525 contract for Finance Renovation Project
• Resolution 2022-018: Approve $279,170 increase for Derecho Stream Channel Clearing
• Ordinance 15036: Amend election ward and precinct boundaries (1st reading)
• Ordinance 15037: Amend Chapter 151 on moving buildings (1st reading)
• Motion to set public hearing on maximum property tax dollars for FY23 (Feb 14)

The Marshalltown City Council approved a $64,525 contract for the Finance Renovation Project and adopted several resolutions, including professional services agreements for building and fire code inspections. The council also advanced budget-related items, including setting a public hearing for the maximum property tax levy and using $365,775 in Local Option Sales Tax to maintain the current levy rate. Several motions passed with dissenting votes from Councilmember Thompson.

• Approved $64,525 Finance Renovation Project contract (7-0)
• Approved building inspection services agreement with Veenstra & Kimm (6-1)
• Approved fire code inspection services agreement with Iowa Inspections (6-1)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 15036 amending ward boundaries (6-1)
• Waived second and third reading of Ordinance 15036 (6-1)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 15037 amending moving buildings code (7-0)
• Authorized staff to proceed with creating Urban Renewal Area 7 (6-1)
• Authorized sale of 9 city-owned vacant lots by sealed bid (5-2)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes from a canceled December meeting, welcome new members, and receive updates on 2022 park plans. The update covers the Riverview Park Master Plan, Veterans Courtyard, Elks Park, Peterson Park, ash tree removal, and a Coliseum rededication plaque.

• Approve minutes of December 15, 2021 meeting (canceled due to weather)
• Welcome new members
• 2022 plans: Riverview Park Master Plan, Veterans Courtyard, Elks Park, Peterson Park, Ash Tree Removal
• Coliseum Rededication Plaque

Library Board of Trustees

The Marshalltown Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve minutes and bills, review circulation and program statistics, and discuss old and new business including a circulation policy review, budget update, bookmobile update, and staffing update. Public comment will be heard.

• Review and approval of December 14, 2021 minutes
• Review and approval of bills to be paid January 18, 2022
• Circulation Policy review
• Budget update
• Bookmobile update

The Marshalltown Public Library Board of Trustees approved the updated Circulation Policy, which will take effect July 1, 2022, making the library fine-free. The board also approved operating bills and discussed a proposed $16,000 budget reduction due to the city's $600,000 general fund shortfall. Updates were provided on the bookmobile's July arrival and staffing changes.

• Approved Circulation Policy (Lowrance/Lindholm) - passed
• Approved operating bills including ProQuest and World Book (Lyons/Morrison) - passed
• Approved minutes of December 14, 2021 meeting as written

City Council

The Marshalltown City Council will vote on several resolutions, including purchasing 11.40 acres from the Iowa DOT for $74,000 and awarding a $684,161.75 contract for the Creekside Estates project. They will also discuss the FY23 budget, strategic plan, and capital improvement plan.

• Resolution 2022-004: Purchase 11.40 acres from Iowa DOT for $74,000
• Resolution 2022-005: Award Creekside Estates contract for $684,161.75
• Resolution 2022-001: Purchase Maxi-110A drum paint striper for $251,444.00
• Resolution 2022-002: Approve settlement with John and Lisa Blabaum regarding 108-110 West Main Street
• Resolution 2022-006/007/008: Support housing grant applications for 32-34 West Main Street (Hopkins Building)

The Marshalltown City Council approved the purchase of 11.40 acres from the Iowa DOT for $74,000, which will be resold to the building owners of the Arts & Civic Center and YMCA-YWCA Cultural Center. The council also awarded a $684,161.75 contract for the Creekside Estates project, endorsed three grant applications for the Hopkins Building, and approved several other resolutions. A motion to keep the 2nd Street crossing open in the Quiet Zone Project passed 5-1, and the council tabled the Strategic Plan discussion until March 14.

• Approved purchase of 11.40 acres from Iowa DOT for $74,000 (5-1)
• Awarded Creekside Estates bid contract for $684,161.75 (5-1)
• Endorsed Downtown Housing Grant application for Hopkins Building (6-0)
• Endorsed Community Catalyst remediation grant application for Hopkins Building (6-0)
• Endorsed Upper Story Housing remediation grant application for Hopkins Building (6-0)
• Designated city as developer for sewer connection fees (6-0)
• Motion to keep 2nd Street crossing open in Quiet Zone Project (5-1)
• Tabled Strategic Plan discussion until 3/14 meeting (5-1)

Civil Service Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the Marshalltown Civil Service Commission meeting on January 6, 2022. The agenda contains only the meeting header and a mission statement, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.