Slateriowa public meetings in 2022
11 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider ordinances to grant 25-year natural gas and electric franchises to Interstate Power and Light Company. The body will also review payments and a change order for the WWTF project.
- Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance #295 for natural gas franchise with 1% fee
- First reading of Ordinance #296 for electric franchise with 1% fee
- Resolution #18: Story Construction WWTF change order reducing cost by $4,039.00
- Liquor license renewal for B Fabulous BBQ
- Resolution #24: Establishment of a checking account for Events
The City Council approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $61,673.35. A public hearing for the Alliant Franchise Renewal was held, but the meeting was adjourned early due to a lack of a quorum.
- Approved consent agenda including Nov 14, 2022 minutes and $61,673.35 in claims (3-0)
City Council
The City Council will consider a budget amendment for FY 2023 and a parking ordinance for Main Street. The body will also review payments to Story Construction for the WWTF and a revenue statement for utility franchise fees.
- Public hearing for FY 2023 Budget Amendment #1
- 2nd Reading of Ordinance #294: No Parking on Main Street (Story St to Tama) 2am-6am
- Pay App #13 and #14 for Story Construction for WWTF
- Approval of Public Works Part Time Employee Ryan Newell at $15.50
- Revenue Purpose Statement for Electric and Natural Gas Franchise Fees
The Council approved FY 2023 Budget Amendment #1 and established a no-parking zone on Main Street from 2:00 am to 6:00 am. They also authorized payments for the Waste Water Treatment Facility and hired a new part-time public works employee.
- Approved claims totaling $335,410.56 (5-0)
- Approved Pay Applications #13 and #14 to Story Construction for WWTF (5-0)
- Passed Ordinance #294 prohibiting parking on Main Street from Story St to Tama St (2am-6am) (5-0)
- Approved FY 2023 Budget Amendment #1 (5-0)
- Adopted Revenue Purpose Statement for Electric and Natural Gas Franchise Fees (5-0)
- Approved fireworks permit for Christmas on Main Event on Dec 4 (5-0)
- Hired Ryan Newell as part-time public works employee at $15.50 per hour (5-0)
- Approved 2023 Library calendar (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will discuss parking prohibitions on Main Street and a lease agreement for a radio tower. The body is also reviewing final payments and a contract reduction for the 2020 Weeks Property water and sewer extensions.
- Ordinance #294: No parking on Main Street from Story St to Tama 2am-6am, and no parking on the north side from Story St to Boone St at any time
- Resolution #10: Change Order #1 for 2020 Weeks Property Water Main and Sanitary Sewer Extensions reducing contract by $63,382.00
- Resolution #13: Lease Agreement with Story Comm for radio tower
- Public hearing date for FY 2023 Budget Amendment #1 set for November 14th
- Request for change in terms for Zero Interest Loan for Kate Clement/Something Blue
The Slater City Council approved changing the repayment term of a zero-interest loan for Katie Clement's Something Blue from 10 to 20 years, matching the state loan terms. The council also approved several resolutions related to the Weeks Property (Trailside Development) water and sewer extensions, including acceptance of substantial completion, a change order reducing the contract by $63,382, and final payment applications. A lease agreement with Story Comm for a radio tower on city property was approved, and the first reading of Ordinance #294 was held, establishing no parking on Main Street from Story to Tama Streets from 2am to 6am daily.
- Approved changing zero-interest loan terms for Something Blue from 10 to 20 years (4-0)
- Approved Resolution #9: Acceptance of substantial completion for Weeks Property water and sewer extensions (4-0)
- Approved Resolution #10: Change Order #1 reducing contract by $63,382 (4-0)
- Approved Resolution #11: Pay App #6 (pre-final) for Weeks Property extensions (4-0)
- Approved Resolution #12: Pay App #7 (final) for Weeks Property extensions, payable in 30 days (4-0)
- Approved Resolution #13: Lease agreement with Story Comm for radio tower (4-0)
- Held first reading of Ordinance #294: No parking on Main Street from Story to Tama Streets, 2am-6am daily (4-0)
- Set public hearing for FY 2023 budget amendment for November 14, 2022 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will discuss a zero-interest loan for a new coffee shop and a $500,000.00 American Rescue Plan Act grant contract with Story County. The body will also consider a new parking ordinance for Main Street and various liquor license renewals.
- Zero interest loan for new business Public House 421
- Contract with Story County for American Rescue Plan Act ($500,000.00 grant)
- Ordinance #294: No parking on Main Street from Story St to Tama 2am-6am
- Change Order #5 with Story Construction-WWTF for $5,771.00
- Street closure request for Redbud and 11th Ave on September 24th
The council approved a $412,812.94 payment to Story Construction for the wastewater treatment facility and a $5,771 change order. A sewer service agreement with Sheldahl was tabled. A zero-interest loan for a new coffee shop, 'Public House 421', was approved. The council also clarified that a $2.5 million general obligation bond for a community center and library would only proceed if approved by voters on September 13.
- Approved $412,812.94 pay app #12 for WWTF (5-0)
- Approved Change Order #5 for WWTF, net increase $5,771 (5-0)
- Tabled Resolution #9: Sheldahl sewer service agreement
- Approved zero-interest loan for Public House 421 coffee shop (5-0)
- Approved ARPA grant contract with Story County for $500,000 toward WWTF (5-0)
- Approved Sydney and Max Moulden as new EMS members (5-0)
- Approved liquor license renewals for The Station/501 Main and Casey's General Store (5-0)
- Approved special event liquor license for Gather Event on Oct 15 (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will discuss a contract with Alliant for a gas main extension to the Sewer Treatment Facility. The body will also consider street closures on Main Street for upcoming community events.
- Resolution #6: Agreement/Contract with Alliant for gas main extension to Sewer Treatment Facility
- Street closure for Community Club Tailgate on September 8, 2022 (Main Street from Tama to Story)
- Street closure for Market to Table Event on October 15, 2022 (Main Street from Tama to Story)
- Resolution #4: Pay App #11 from Story Construction for WWTF
- Resolution #5: Pay App #3 from Absolute Construction
The Slater City Council approved the consent agenda including claims totaling $726,689.31, and approved two resolutions for wastewater treatment facility (WWTF) pay applications. They also approved a fireworks permit and street closures for the September 8 Tailgate event and an October 15 Market to Table event. The council discussed speeding concerns and water line maintenance but took no action on those topics.
- Approved consent agenda with claims totaling $726,689.31 (3-0)
- Approved Resolution #4: Pay app #11 from Story County Construction for WWTF (3-0)
- Approved Resolution #5: Pay app #3 from Absolute Solution for WWTF (3-0)
- Approved fireworks permit for Slater Community Club/Tailgate event on Sept 8 (3-0)
- Approved street closure for Tailgate event on Main Street from Tama to Story (3-0)
- Approved street closure for Market to Table event on Oct 15 (rain date Oct 16) (3-0)
- Approved Resolution #6: Alliant Energy gas main extension contract to sewer treatment facility (3-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold a third reading of an ordinance to increase sewer rates. Members will also consider resolutions regarding a special election for the Community Center and Library, and the setting of salaries for FY 2023.
- 3rd Reading of Ordinance #293: Increase in sewer rates
- Resolution # 2 (2022-2023): Calling a Special Election (Community Center and Library)
- Resolution # 3 (2022-2023): Setting of Salaries for FY 2023
- Resolution # 1 (2022-2023): Pay App #10 from Story Construction for WWTF
- Discussion of Alliant Franchise Renewal
The Slater City Council approved a sewer rate increase ordinance, set staff salaries for FY2023, and called a special election for a community center and library. The council also approved a consent agenda with claims totaling $416,782.47 and a pay application for the wastewater treatment facility. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $416,782.47 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution #1: Pay app #10 for Story County Construction for WWTF (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance #293 increasing sewer connection charge by $5.67 to $44.34 and usage by $1.17 per 100 cubic feet to $9.34 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution #2: Calling special election for Community Center and Library (5-0)
- Approved Resolution #3: Setting FY2023 salaries for city staff, including 10% increase for library staff and intern wages (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council is meeting to consider updates to the Business Incentive program and two specific loan requests. The body will also review a potential change order for the WWTF regarding sludge removal and fill.
- Resolution #64: Changes/Updates to Business Incentive program
- Resolution #65: Change in terms for zero interest loan for Stepping Stones Childcare Facility (Lizz Umland)
- Resolution #66: Zero Interest loan for Something Blue/the Parlour (Katie Clement)
- Review of WWTF change order for sludge removal and fill
The Slater City Council approved three resolutions: updates to the Business Incentive program, a loan term change for Stepping Stones Childcare, and a zero-interest loan for Katie Clement's business relocation. All votes were 4-0. The council also discussed a wastewater treatment change order and dilapidated properties but took no action.
- Approved Resolution #65: Business Incentive Program changes (4-0)
- Approved Resolution #65: Loan term change for Stepping Stones Childcare (4-0)
- Approved Resolution #66: Zero-interest loan for Katie Clement (4-0)
City Council
The Slater City Council will hold its regular session on May 9, 2022, to consider a range of items including a sewer rate increase, a zoning change for a housing development, and a request to change terms on a previously approved zero-interest loan for a childcare facility. The council will also discuss funding options for the Library/Community Center and enter a closed session to discuss potential litigation on the WWTF project.
- Ordinance #293: Increase in sewer rates
- 2nd Reading of Ordinance #291: Change in Zoning to R3 (Multi Family Residential) from R1 (Single Family Residential) in Prairie Creek – Plat 8
- Resolution #62: Change Order #3 for WWTF reduces contract by $19,351.00
- Request for change in terms for previously approved zero interest loan - Stepping Stone Childcare Facility
- Resolution #63: Designating project(s) for SLFRF/ARPA funding
The Slater City Council approved changing the terms of a previously approved zero-interest loan to Stepping Stone Childcare to a $50,000 grant or forgivable loan, with benchmarks to be included in the agreement. The council also approved several resolutions, including a demolition lien waiver, a pay application for the sewer treatment project, and a change order reducing the WWTF contract by $19,351. They held readings on ordinances for stop signs, zoning changes, revenue division, and sewer rate increases, and approved a liquor license for a Firemen's Dance.
- Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $905,175.665 (5-0)
- Approved changing Stepping Stone Childcare loan to $50,000 grant/forgivable loan (5-0)
- Approved Resolution #58: Waive demolition lien on 319 Main Street (5-0)
- Approved Resolution #61: Pay app #8 for WWTF from Story Construction (5-0)
- Held 3rd/final reading of Ordinance #290: Additional stop signs in new housing developments (5-0)
- Held 2nd reading of Ordinance #291: Zoning change to R3 for Prairie Creek Plat 8 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution #62: Change Order #3 for WWTF reducing contract by $19,351 (5-0)
- Approved liquor license for Firemen's Dance June 4, 2022 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Slater City Council will hold a regular session to consider several items, including a zoning change for Prairie Creek Plat 8, a public hearing and resolution for an urban renewal area in Prairie Creek Plat 7, and a discussion of the sewer services contract with Sheldahl. The council will also review a business plan for 319 Main Street and consider waiving a demolition lien on that property.
- Ordinance #291: Change zoning to R3 (Multi Family Residential) from R1 (Single Family Residential) in Prairie Creek Plat 8
- Public Hearing and Resolution #56 for Prairie Creek Plat 7 Residential Urban Renewal Plan
- Resolution #57: Development Agreement with Rogers Enterprises for Prairie Creek Plat 7
- Resolution #58: Waive demolition lien on 319 Main Street
- Resolution #60: Setting Pool Wages for 2022 Season
The Slater City Council approved a $289,187.40 payment for the wastewater treatment facility (Pay App #7) and advanced several zoning and urban renewal items. The council held first readings for a zoning change to multi-family housing in Prairie Creek Plat 8 and for an urban renewal revenue division ordinance, and approved a development agreement with Rogers Enterprises for Prairie Creek Plat 7. A request to increase an easement with Alliant Energy was denied, and a loan term change for Stepping Stone Childcare was tabled pending more information.
- Approved consent agenda including $418,002.09 in claims (4-0)
- Approved Resolution #55: Pay App #7 for WWTF, $289,187.40 to Story County Construction (4-0)
- Held 1st reading of Ordinance #291: Rezone Prairie Creek Plat 8 to R3 with conditions (4-0)
- Held 2nd reading of Ordinance #290: Additional stop signs in new housing developments (4-0)
- Approved Resolution #56: Prairie Creek Plat 7 Urban Renewal Plan (4-0)
- Approved Resolution #57: Development Agreement with Rogers Enterprises (4-0)
- Denied Alliant Energy easement increase at 405 Main Street (0-4)
- Approved Resolution #59: 28E Road Maintenance Agreement with Story County (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Slater City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions on the FY 2023 budget, a sewer services contract with Sheldahl, and a zoning change from R1 to R3. They will also consider first reading of an ordinance for stop signs in new housing developments and set hearings for an urban renewal plan and a development agreement with Rogers Enterprises.
- Public Hearing for FY 2023 Budget and Resolution #51 to adopt it
- Resolution #52: Pay App #6 from Story Construction for WWTF
- Public Hearing for zoning change to R3 from R1
- Ordinance #290: Adoption of additional stop signs in new housing developments
- Resolution #54: Setting dates for Prairie Creek Plat 7 Urban Renewal Plan consultation and hearing
The Slater City Council approved the FY 2023 budget and a $77,913.30 payment for the wastewater treatment facility. They also agreed to rezone a section of Prairie Creek Plat 8 to R3 multi-family residential, with conditions. The council held the first reading of an ordinance adding stop signs in new housing developments and set dates for a public hearing on an urban renewal plan.
- Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $130,131.00 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution #51: FY 2023 Budget (5-0)
- Approved Resolution #52: Pay App #6 for Story Construction on Waste Water Treatment Facility, $77,913.30 (5-0)
- Agreed to rezone Prairie Creek Plat 8 to R3-Multi-Family with owner-occupied and HOA conditions
- Held first reading of Ordinance #290: additional stop signs in new housing developments (5-0)
- Approved Resolution #53: set consultation meeting and public hearing for Prairie Creek Plat 7 Urban Renewal Plan (5-0)
- Approved Resolution #54: set public hearing on Development Agreement with Rogers Enterprises (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Slater City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 10, 2022, to consider several items including a second reading of an ordinance to increase sewer rates, a public hearing and adoption of a budget amendment, and multiple resolutions for construction payments and easements. The agenda also includes a discussion on a sewer services contract with Sheldahl and a citizen forum with a Sheriff's Report.
- 2nd reading of Ordinance #288 to increase sewer rates
- Public hearing and Resolution #36 for FY 2022 Budget Amendment #2
- Resolution #35: Pay App #5 for Graff Excavating (WT&SW to Trailside)
- Resolution #37: Pay App #4 for Story Construction on Waste Water Treatment Facility
- Resolution #41 and #42: Easements with Alliant for 704 1st Ave and 405 Main St
The Slater City Council approved the consent agenda including $477,148.58 in claims, held the first reading of Ordinance #288 to increase sewer rates (connection fee from $33.00 to $38.67/month, usage from $7.00 to $8.17 per 100 cubic feet), and adopted FY 2022 Budget Amendment #2. Multiple resolutions were passed for construction pay apps, easements, and a public hearing date. All votes were 3-0.
- Approved consent agenda with $477,148.58 in claims (3-0)
- Held first reading of Ordinance #288 increasing sewer rates (3-0)
- Approved Resolution #35: Pay App #5 for Graff Excavating (3-0)
- Adopted Resolution #36: FY 2022 Budget Amendment #2 (3-0)
- Approved Resolution #37: Pay App #4 for Story Construction (3-0)
- Set public hearing for Feb 14, 2022 on Max Tax Levy via Resolution #38 (3-0)
- Approved Resolution #39: Supplemental Agreement with Snyder & Associates (3-0)
- Approved easements with Alliant at 704 1st Ave and 405 Main St (3-0)