Polk County public meetings in 2023

Veteran Affairs Commission

The commission will meet to approve claims and the exception report from November. Members will discuss a DART ridership report and the addition of two full-time equivalent (FTE) positions.

• Approval of November claims
• November exception report
• DART ridership report
• Discussion regarding two FTE positions
• Incarcerated Veterans’ Report

Board of Health Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to elect officers for 2024 and review minutes from the November meeting. The agenda includes reports from the Public Health Director and updates on animal control and disease prevention.

• Election of officers for 2024
• Animal control update by Troy Cline
• Disease prevention program updates by Kari Lebeda Townsend

Conservation Board

The Polk County Conservation Board will discuss land acquisitions near Polk City and approve several contractor bids for park maintenance. The body is also reviewing updated user fee rates and grant applications for trail connections and conservation programs.

• Change Orders 1-4 for Trails End Wetland Mitigation Bank - Phase 1 totaling $1,320,168.71
• Purchase of 1.80 acres from Bob Berggren for $72,000.00
• Purchase of 5.43 acres from Ron Kamps for $217,200.00
• Purchase of 5.10 acres from Steve Kamps for $214,000.00
• Contract for Hazard Tree Removals with Arbor Masters for $55,306.25 plus 10% contingency

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a new permit fee schedule for the Public Works Department and hold a public hearing on weed assessment certification. The meeting includes various professional service agreements for wetland design and lead hazard repairs at multiple properties.

• Establishment of the 2024 Public Works Department Permit Fee Schedule
• Public hearing and resolution for weed assessment certification
• Lead hazard repair agreements for 225-7th Street, 1109-46th Street, and 1701-12th Street
• Professional services agreements with Foth Infrastructure and Environment LLC and RDG Planning and Design Inc. for wetland design
• Renewal of alcohol licenses for Food With Flair, McCann’s Tap, The Carney Tap, and Toad Valley Golf Course

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a canvass of votes cast in the City Runoff Election for the offices of Alleman Mayor and Altoona City Council.

• Canvass of votes for Alleman Mayor
• Canvass of votes for Altoona City Council

IEC Hotel Corporation

The Board of Directors will meet to approve the 2024 operating and capital budget. The body will also consider the 2023 Q3 coverage calculation and a Polk County contribution toward the prepayment of an A-1 Certificate.

• Approval of 2024 Operating and Capital budget
• Approval of 2023 Q3 Coverage Calculation
• Approval of Polk County Contribution Towards Prepayment of A-1 Certificate

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a staff discussion meeting. The primary agenda item is an update from the MPO Public Affairs Manager.

• MPO update presented by Gunnar Olson

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings to vacate water main, storm sewer, and road right-of-way easements. The body is also deciding on lead hazard repair agreements, road maintenance contracts with Bondurant and Pleasant Hill, and several community development grants.

• Public hearings to vacate easements for Brookfield Enterprises LLC, Kimberly Development Corp., and NW Cedar Valley Drive
• Lead hazard repair agreements for 1113 Garden Avenue, 1922 E. 14th Street, and 1553 Thompson Avenue
• Cooperative Public Service Agreements for road maintenance with the City of Bondurant and City of Pleasant Hill
• Community Development Grants for Ballet Des Moines and Des Moines Area Community College Foundation
• Funding for new courtside basketball seating at Wells Fargo Arena

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct the second tier canvass of votes cast for the City/School Election held on November 7, 2023.

• Canvass of votes for November 7, 2023 City/School Election

Veteran Affairs Commission

The commission will meet to approve minutes and claims from October. The agenda includes reports from the Executive Director and on incarcerated veterans.

• Approval of October claims
• October Exception Report
• DART Ridership Report
• Incarcerated Veterans’ Report

Board of Health Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Public Health Director's report and recent actions by the Board of Health and Board of Supervisors. The meeting includes updates on disease prevention and public health communications.

• Public Health Director's report
• Board of Health/Board of Supervisors action review
• Social media and public health communications discussion
• Disease prevention program updates

911 Service Board

The Polk County Joint 911 Service Board is meeting to consider accepting a FORVIS report regarding E911 funding activity. The board will also discuss adjusted fund balances and a proposal to name the Emergency Management Commission as its fiscal agent.

• Vote to approve the FORVIS Report on E911 funding activity for years ended June 30, 2021 and 2020
• Request to accept adjusted numbers and complete distributions to individual business units
• Proposal to officially request the Emergency Management Commission serve as the fiscal agent
• Discussion of the CAD Improvement Project
• Review of September budget numbers

Emergency Management Commission

The Emergency Management Commission is holding a full commission meeting. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports across various emergency management functions.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing and consider awarding a contract to McAninch Corporation for the Creekview Wetland Project. The meeting also includes various infrastructure easements and health and human services agreements.

• Public hearing and contract award to McAninch Corporation for the Creekview Wetland Project
• Easement contracts for Rising Sun Drive Reconstruction and bridge replacements on SE 48th Avenue and NE 50th Avenue
• Lead hazard repair agreements for properties at 553 32nd Street, 8075 Garrison Road, 1304 Oak Park Avenue, and 2305 33rd Street
• Community Development Grants to B. Well Foundation, Inc. and Make-A-Wish Foundation of Iowa
• Proposed vacation of road right-of-way on NW Cedar Valley Drive

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct the first tier canvass of votes cast in the November 7, 2023, City and School Election.

• Canvass of votes for November 7, 2023 City/School Election

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to canvass votes from the November 7, 2023, City and School Election. This process applies to cities with runoff provisions, specifically Alleman, Altoona, Clive, and West Des Moines.

• Canvass of November 7 election votes for Alleman, Altoona, Clive, and West Des Moines

Conservation Board

The board will discuss presentations regarding Two Rivers Park, a sustainability plan, and a mountain bike park. Members are deciding on several grant applications for trail repairs and restoration projects, as well as specific vendor contracts.

• Contract for $75,575 (plus 10% contingency) with Red Dot Advertising and Design for Sleepy Hollow website services
• Sole source purchase of $84,150 from Iowa Native Trees and Shrubs for Trails End Mitigation Bank
• TAP Grant applications for Chichaqua Valley Trail and Great Western Trail repairs with 20% matching funds
• Proposed temporary construction easement to the City of Des Moines for a trail along SW 63rd St. at Brown’s Woods Park
• Rejection of all bids for the Jester Park Nature Center Addition project

Regional Mental Health and Disability Services Governing Board

The Regional Governing Board is meeting to decide on value-based incentive payments for various service providers and agreements with Broadlawns Medical Center and the REACH Institute. The board will also review the FY 22/23 annual report and the FY 24/25 budget request.

• Value-Based Incentive Payments to Integrated Services Agencies, Community Living Providers, and Integrated Health Home and Service Coordination Providers
• Broadlawns Medical Center Agreement Amendment
• REACH Institute Agreement
• FY 24/25 Budget Request
• Discussion on tracking suicides by zip code

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a staff discussion. The session includes updates from the CEOs of DART and Des Moines Water Works, as well as a project lead from CISWRA.

• DART update presented by CEO Amanda Wanke
• Des Moines Water Works update presented by CEO Ted Corrigan
• CISWRA update presented by Project Lead Jennifer Terry

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on three real estate quit claim deeds and a second reading of an ordinance regarding tax divisions in the Polk City North Plan Area. The meeting includes various professional service agreements, grant approvals, and a loan payment deferral for the YMCA.

• Quit Claim Deeds for 1020 Shaw Street and parcels in Urbandale Manor Plat 1
• Ordinance for division of taxes in Polk County Urban Renewal Area-Polk City North Plan Area
• Agreement for Detention Services with the Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa
• 24-month loan payment deferral for the YMCA
• Community Development Grants to Young Women’s Resource Center and Kick It Forward Inc

Board of Health Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to review the Public Health Director's report and receive updates from Iowa HHS and the Disease Prevention program. The agenda consists of procedural reports and updates.

• Public Health Director’s report
• Iowa HHS update from Heather Bombei
• Disease Prevention program updates from Kari Lebeda Townsend
• Review of Board of Health and Board of Supervisors actions

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the termination of the Polk City North Urban Renewal Area and related tax division ordinances. The meeting includes decisions on infrastructure projects, alcohol license renewals, and lead hazard repair contracts.

• Public hearing on permanent easement for Saga Communications
• Funding agreements for NE 108th Street bridge replacement and NE 42nd Street overlay
• Lead hazard repair agreements for properties on E. 9th Street, NE 49th Avenue, Mondamin Avenue, 50th Street, and 13th Street
• Final plat approvals for The Reserve at Rock Creek and Webb Family Estates
• Retail alcohol license renewals for Scooter’s on Broadway and Kum & Go #539

Veteran Affairs Commission

The commission is meeting to approve claims and minutes from September. The agenda includes reports from the Executive Director and regarding incarcerated veterans.

• Approval of September meeting minutes
• Certification and approval of September claims
• Review of September Exception Report
• DART Ridership Report
• Incarcerated Veterans’ Report

Conservation Board

The Polk County Conservation Board is meeting to approve several infrastructure contracts and design services for park facilities. The board will also discuss partnership guidelines for stream credit negotiations with Sandy Creek Partners.

• Contract for Vegetation and Debris Removals in Fourmile Creek Greenway to Central Tree Pros for $76,000 plus 10% contingency
• Septic tank replacement at Jester Park Golf Course to Septics and More Inc. for $51,850 plus 10% contingency
• Engineering/design services for Buttonbush wetland improvements at Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt to Felsburg, Holt & Ullevig for $125,628
• Easter Lake North Shore change order for Rowing Building plumbing and electrical work not to exceed $128,930
• Proposal guidelines for partnership with Sandy Creek Partners for Trails End and Ziel Mitigation Banks

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings regarding a budget amendment for FY 23/24 and the vacation of specific easements. The body will also consider various service agreements, tax suspensions, and personnel reclassifications.

• Public hearing and resolution to amend the FY 23/24 budget
• Vacation of pond and wetland easement on Lot 2 of Albaugh Industrial Park Plat 9
• Vacation of road right-of-way easement and closing portion of NW 89th Court
• Planning Services Agreement with Confluence, Inc. for Mud, Camp, Spring Creek Greenway Master Plan
• Updated fees and vaccine services at the Polk County Health Department

Regional Mental Health and Disability Services Governing Board

The Regional Governing Board is meeting to approve several service agreements. The board will also review and approve the minutes from the September 19, 2023 meeting.

• Agreement with Amy Desenberg-Wines
• Amended agreement with Community Support Advocates
• Amended agreement with Trans Iowa

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a staff discussion regarding the Polk County Community Plan for Regional Government (CPRG). The update is being presented by the Public Works Sustainability Planner and a member of the Polk County Climate Action Committee.

• Polk County CPRG Update

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to decide on a special county election for general purpose bonds and various land use plats. The agenda includes alcohol license renewals, lead hazard repair agreements, and several public hearing notices for road and easement vacations.

• Proposed special election for General Obligation Bonds or Capital Loan Notes not to exceed $350,000,000
• Bid award to Caliber Concrete LLC for Scott Avenue Sidewalk Improvements
• Lead hazard repair agreements with FAB Rehab and Richmond Construction for three residential addresses
• Approval of preliminary and final plats for Dylan Estates, Ironwood Heights, and Vaughn Family Estates
• Retail alcohol license renewals for Casey’s General Store #45 and The Chateau at White Oak Vineyard

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct the official canvass of votes from the September 12, 2023, special election for the Madrid Community School District.

• Canvass of votes for Madrid Community School District special election (Sept 12, 2023)

Regional Mental Health and Disability Services Governing Board

The Regional Governing Board will meet to take action on a sub-acute designation and an amended annual service budget and plan for FY 23/24. The board will also receive an update regarding Polk County housing.

• Action item: Sub-Acute Designation
• Action item: Amended FY 23/24 Annual Service Budget & Plan
• Discussion item: Polk County Housing Update

Veteran Affairs Commission

The Commission will meet to approve claims and the exception report from August. The agenda includes reports from the Executive Director and regarding incarcerated veterans.

• Approval of August meeting minutes
• Certification and approval of August claims
• Review of August Exception Report
• DART Ridership Report
• Incarcerated Veterans’ Report

Board of Health Advisory Committee

The committee will receive reports from the Public Health Director and review actions from the Board of Health and Board of Supervisors. Members will also hear updates on specific health programs including lead, maternal child health, and disease prevention.

• Lead program update by Stephanie Appleby
• EveryStep I-SMILE update by Kim Brown
• EveryStep Maternal Child Health update by Becky Borgman
• Disease Prevention program updates by Kari Lebeda Townsend

Conservation Board

The board will discuss the Sleepy Hollow business plan and decide on several conservation contracts and grant applications. The meeting includes approvals for park renovations, ecological surveys, and engineering services.

• Project budget for Jester Park Nature Center Streamscape Renovation not to exceed $75,000
• Contract with Botanical and Ecological Consulting for Brenton Slough floristic survey for $80,862.25
• Contract with JEO Consulting Group, Inc for Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt engineering for $179,500
• Purchase of native grass and wildflower seed for 13 projects not to exceed $185,837
• Federal Recreational Trails Grant applications for Great Western Trail and Mountain Bike Park projects

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on transferring county real estate interests to the cities of Altoona and Urbandale. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure projects, tax credit recommendations, and community development grants.

• Public hearing on Quit Claim Deed for vacant parcel west of 208-1st Avenue S to City of Altoona
• Public hearing on Tax Sale Certificate west of Lockner Dr & north of Meredith to City of Urbandale
• Agreement for NE Broadway Avenue Improvements Project with City of Des Moines
• Iowa DOT agreement for Iowa 141 Corridor Access Management Plan
• Climate Pollution Reduction Grant Agreement with the U.S. EPA

The Board of Supervisors approved several real estate transfers to the cities of Altoona and Urbandale and authorized various community and environmental grants. The board also approved a series of personnel appointments and tax credit recommendations from the County Assessor.

• Approved Quit Claim Deed to City of Altoona for vacant parcel west of 208-1 st Avenue S
• Approved assigning Tax Sale Certificate to City of Urbandale (west of Lockner Dr & north of Meredith Dr)
• Approved renewal of Class “C” Retail Alcohol License for Boline-Manfredi VFW Post #9662
• Approved petitions to suspend taxes and special assessments for 51 listed individuals
• Approved Climate Pollution Reduction Grant Agreement with the U.S. EPA
• Approved Community Development Grants for Living History Farms Foundation and Orchard Place Foundation
• Approved 19 personnel appointments across Sheriff, CFYS, Gen Svcs, BHDS, Emerg Mgmt, Health, Med Exam, and Auditor offices
• Authorized Auditor’s Office to publish Notice of Public Hearing for Oct 3, 2023 regarding FY 23/24 budget amendment

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a staff discussion regarding the first quarter budget amendment for fiscal year 2023/2024. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Des Moines International Airport.

• First Quarter FY 23/24 Budget Amendment
• Des Moines International Airport presentation

Conservation Board

The board is holding a work session to review ICON planning. The meeting includes a site tour of Two Rivers Park at 1300 SE 1st St.

• ICON planning work session
• Two Rivers Park site tour at 1300 SE 1st St
• Possible visit to Fleur Dr site

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a lease agreement amendment for JDJ Law Firm at the Justice Center. The meeting also includes reviews of numerous tax suspension petitions and several service agreements.

• Public hearing on lease agreement amendment with JDJ Law Firm for Justice Center space
• Retail Alcohol License application for Kwik Star #1086 at 5145 NE 14th Street
• Agreement with Sweney Group LLC for PREA Audit Services at the Polk County Jail
• Community Development Grants to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Skate DSM
• FY 23/24 budget approval for the Iowa Events Center

The Board of Supervisors approved several service agreements, personnel appointments, and community grants. They also authorized public hearings for the disposal of county real estate in Altoona and Urbandale.

• Approved FY 23/24 budget for the Iowa Events Center
• Approved Community Development Grants to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Skate DSM
• Approved Class “B” Retail Alcohol License for Kwik Star #1086 (5-0)
• Approved personnel appointments including a Secondary Rds Supr ($122,677) and Lieutenant ($122,770)
• Approved lease agreement amendment with JDJ Law Firm for Justice Center space
• Approved agreement with Sweney Group LLC for PREA Audit Services at Polk County Jail
• Authorized public hearings for Sept 5 on real estate disposal in Altoona and Urbandale
• Approved 28E agreement with Polk County Library Association

Regional Mental Health and Disability Services Governing Board

The Regional Governing Board is deciding on service approvals and agreement amendments for mental health and disability providers. Key actions include designating a provider for intensive residential services and adjusting contracts with Candeo and Broadlawns Medical Center.

• Candeo agreement amendment: $500,000 one-time start-up funding and total service costs of $1,611,162
• Broadlawns Medical Center agreement amendment: total services decrease 12.4% from $4,767,859 to $4,174,523
• Designation of Candeo as the regional Intensive Residential Services provider
• Proclamation of September 10-16, 2023, as Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week
• Approval of MH/ID/DD service expenditures from the MHDS services fund

Board of Health Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to review the Public Health Director's report and actions taken by the Board of Health and Board of Supervisors. The agenda includes updates on the Healthy Women program and disease prevention.

• Public Health Director’s report
• Board of Health/Board of Supervisors action review
• Healthy Women program update
• Disease prevention program updates

The committee did not have enough members present to reach a quorum, preventing the approval of previous minutes. The meeting consisted of staff updates regarding gun safety, DOT videos, and disease prevention trends.

911 Service Board

The board is discussing the sustainment of the countywide siren system and a notice of interest for a polygon-based warning system. The meeting includes financial reports on wireline and wireless surcharges and updates on the CAD Improvement Project.

• Notice of Interest submitted to HSEMD for countywide polygon-based warning system and siren hardware upgrades
• State of Iowa 911 Program Manager reported a year-end surcharge surplus of $10,775.02 passed to each PSAP
• FY 22-23 Total Wireline and Wireless surcharge of $2,989,458.76
• FY 21-22 Total Wireline and Wireless surcharge of $2,983,822.14
• Update on the CAD Improvement Project

Emergency Management Commission

The commission will discuss new business regarding communications, hazardous materials, and law enforcement and security support functions. The meeting also includes a review of the CAD to CAD Project authorized working group.

• Emergency Support Function #2: Communications
• Emergency Support Function #10: Hazardous Materials
• Emergency Support Function #13: Law Enforcement and Security
• CAD to CAD Project – Authorized Working Group

Veteran Affairs Commission

The Polk County Veteran Affairs Commission will meet to nominate its Chair and Secretary for the 2023/24 fiscal year. The body will also review claims and reports from July.

• Nominations for Chair and Secretary FY 23/24
• Certification and approval of July claims
• DART Ridership Report
• Incarcerated Veterans’ Report
• July Exception Report

The Commission approved claims for July, including $68,500 for grave maintenance in the City of Des Moines. Members elected Marty Smith as Chair and Vikki Domina as Secretary for the 2023/24 fiscal year. The board also ratified 22 exception reports for shelter, food, and utilities.

• Approved July minutes (unanimous)
• Approved previous month's claims (3-0)
• Elected Marty Smith as Chair for FY 23/24 (3-0)
• Elected Vikki Domina as Secretary for FY 23/24 (3-0)
• Approved 22 exception reports for July 2023 (3-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors held a staff discussion regarding Polk County summer interns. No other items were listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Polk County Summer Interns

Conservation Board

The board will conduct a public hearing regarding the rejection of all bids for the Priest Ravine remediation at Yellow Banks Park. The meeting also includes votes on several park improvement contracts and grant submissions.

• Public hearing to reject all bids for Priest Ravine remediation at Yellow Banks Park
• Contract for woody vegetation spraying on 180 acres awarded to Four Seasons Conservation for $59,500
• Supplemental agreement with Snyder & Associates for Great Western Trail Improvements not to exceed $72,000
• REAP grant submission of $500,000 for Brenton Slough acquisition
• Water Trails Enhancement Grant match of $14,805.45 for Fourmile Creek access

The Board rejected all bids for the Priest Ravine remediation at Yellow Banks Park. Several grants and agreements were approved, including a $59,500 contract for vegetation spraying. The revised procurement policy was postponed until September 13, 2023.

• Rejected all bids for Priest Ravine Remediation Project (3-0)
• Approved $59,500 contract to Four Seasons Conservation for woody vegetation spraying (3-0)
• Approved $72,000 supplemental agreement with Snyder & Associates for Great Western Trail Improvements (3-0)
• Approved $14,805.45 match for DNR Water Trails Enhancement Grant for Fourmile Creek (3-0)
• Approved $500,000 REAP grant submission for Brenton Slough acquisition (3-0)
• Approved 28E Agreement with DNR for Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt management (3-0)
• Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Postponed vote on revised Procurement Policy until September 13, 2023 (3-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review a professional services agreement for the Easton Boulevard Improvement Project and an amendment to the Pleasant Hill Urban Renewal Area. The meeting includes votes on creating new positions in the County Attorney’s Office, Behavioral Health and Disability Services, and General Services departments.

• Professional Services Agreement with Snyder & Associates for Easton Boulevard Improvement Project
• Amendment to Pleasant Hill Urban Renewal Area
• Agreement with Richmond Construction for lead hazard repairs at 2329 Maple Street
• Hourly rates for court appointed attorneys for various services
• Notice of Public Hearing for August 22, 2023 regarding lease agreement with JDJ Law Firm, PLLC

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a series of resolutions covering public health funding, economic development grants, and property tax abatements. The board also authorized 19 personnel appointments and approved several professional service agreements.

• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Snyder and Associates for Easton Boulevard Improvement Project
• Approved 19 personnel appointments across various departments including Sheriff and County Attorney
• Approved property tax abatements for On With Life, Inc. and Urban Dreams
• Approved Community Development Grants for DART and the City of Polk City
• Approved financial assistance for Ihle Fabrications LLC to expand business
• Approved OVG’s FY 23/24 Capital Budget request for Iowa Events Center improvements
• Approved funding for Lead and Healthy Homes Program activities
• Approved hourly rates for court appointed attorneys

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a utility easement vacation and a second reading of zoning ordinance amendments. The meeting includes decisions on alcohol license renewals, professional service contracts, and funding for community grants.

• Second reading of text amendments to the Polk County Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map
• Public hearing for vacating a public utility easement at 5353 NW 78th Ct, Johnston
• Audit services proposal from RSM US LLP for fiscal years ending June 30, 2023, 2024, and 2025
• Funding for the Lock It Up gun violence prevention initiative and the Junior Olympics
• Agreement with Sprint Communications Company to relocate a fiber optic line for the NE Berwick Drive Bridge Project

The Board of Supervisors approved text amendments to the County Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map. They also authorized several community grants, personnel appointments, and retail alcohol license renewals.

• Approved Polk County Zoning Ordinance text amendments and Zoning Map (5-0)
• Approved retail alcohol licenses for Casey’s #3075, Oasis, Norwood Inn, and Outer Limits (5-0)
• Approved new 5-day retail alcohol license for Olive or Twist (5-0)
• Approved funding for Lock It Up gun violence prevention, Junior Olympics, and Iowa Hall of Pride renovation
• Approved Community Development Grants for Friends of YJI and Grimes Community Foundation
• Approved audit services proposal from RSM US LLP for fiscal years 2023, 2024, and 2025
• Approved 14 personnel appointments and salary actions (5-0)
• Vacated public utility easement at 5353 NW 78th Ct., Johnston

Board of Health Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Public Health Director's report and actions taken by the Board of Health and Board of Supervisors. The meeting includes program updates on disease prevention from Kari Lebeda Townsend.

• Public Health Director’s report
• Board of Health/Board of Supervisors action review
• Disease prevention program updates

The committee approved the minutes from the May meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff updates regarding STD trends, American Lung Association partnerships, and disease prevention.

• Approved May minutes

Veteran Affairs Commission

The commission will meet to approve claims and exception reports from May and June. The agenda includes reports from the Executive Director and on incarcerated veterans.

• Approval of May and June claims
• Review of May and June exception reports
• DART Ridership Report
• 4th Quarter Report
• Incarcerated Veterans’ Report

The Commission approved claims for the previous two months and ratified 44 exceptions above allowable guidelines for May and June 2023. The Executive Director reported that fiscal year 22/23 closed with 96.26% of funds expended.

• Approved May minutes
• Approved claims for previous two months (2-0)
• Approved 44 exception reports for May and June 2023 (2-0)

Conservation Board

The Polk County Conservation Board is meeting to discuss park improvements and contract awards. The body is deciding on funding for water trails and various construction and service contracts for county recreation areas.

• Award of $1,286,553.40 contract to RW Excavating, LLC for Sleepy Hollow Site Improvements
• Up to $1,500,000 in Water & Land Legacy bond funding for ICON Water Trails design and engineering
• Contract with Des Moines Asphalt and Paving Inc. for $425,632.47 plus 10% contingency for Jester Park Campgrounds 1 and 2
• Contract with Terracon Consultants, Inc. for $37,925.00 for Athene North Shore Recreation Area at Easter Lake Park
• Supplemental agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. up to $36,250 for Lauridsen Skatepark Parking Lot

The Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including road paving at Jester Park and site improvements at Sleepy Hollow. It also authorized up to $1.5M in bond funding for ICON Water Trails design and engineering services.

• Approved $1,286,553.40 contract plus 10% contingency for Sleepy Hollow Site Improvements to RW Excavating, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $1,500,000 in Water & Land Legacy bond funding for ICON Water Trails design and engineering (4-1)
• Approved $425,632.47 contract plus 10% contingency to Des Moines Asphalt and Paving Inc. for Jester Park Campgrounds roads (5-0)
• Approved $37,925.00 contract with Terracon Consultants, Inc. for Athene North Shore Recreation Area materials testing (5-0)
• Approved $59,750 contract amendment with Shive-Hattery for Snowflex Site Improvement services (4-1)
• Approved $36,250 Supplemental Agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. for Lauridsen Skatepark Parking Lot (5-0)
• Approved Fee for Service Agreement with Conservation Corps of Minnesota and Iowa up to $39,200 (5-0)
• Approved combined cleaning services bid from Stratus for a one-year contract (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the county zoning ordinance and the disposal of county interest in real estate. The body will also review various grant agreements, alcohol license permits, and infrastructure contracts.

• Public hearing for text amendments to the Polk County Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map
• Quit Claim Deed for property between 4645 & 4665 NE 28th Ct (Wiederin)
• FY 23/24 Amended Secondary Road Budget and Road Program
• Alcohol licenses for Mary Go Round Lounge, The Carney Tap, and Sassy Lemonade Slushes
• Community Development Grant to Hoyt Sherman Place Foundation

The Board of Supervisors approved several community grants, alcohol licenses, and personnel hires. They also passed resolutions for infrastructure projects, health services, and zoning amendments.

• Approved Class 'C' Retail Alcohol Licenses for Mary Go Round Lounge, The Carney Tap, and Sassy Lemonade Slushes
• Approved Community Betterment Grant awards and a Community Development Grant to Hoyt Sherman Place Foundation
• Approved FY 23/24 Amended Secondary Road Budget and Road Program
• Approved personnel appointments for 11 positions across various departments
• Approved first reading of text amendments to the Polk County Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map
• Approved Quit Claim Deed for property between 4645 & 4665 NE 28th Ct
• Approved agreements with Iowa Department of Health and Human Services for FaDSS and Care for Yourself funding
• Approved Cooperative Service Agreement with City of Des Moines for Intelligent Transportation Systems Phase 3 Project

Board of Supervisors

The Polk County Board of Supervisors, acting as the Board of Health, is meeting to approve agreements regarding environmental health and safety. The body is deciding on a cooperative agreement for septic tank cleaner inspections and a grant for plugging abandoned wells.

• Cooperative Agreement with Iowa Department of Natural Resources for commercial septic tank cleaner inspections (Estimated revenue: $7,200; expenses: $2,000)
• Contract with Iowa Department of Public Health for a $50,505 grant to assist property owners in plugging abandoned wells

The Polk County Board of Supervisors, acting as the Board of Health, unanimously approved two resolutions. These include a cooperative agreement for septic tank cleaner inspections and a contract for abandoned well plugging grants.

• Approved Cooperative Agreement with Iowa Department of Natural Resources for commercial septic tank cleaner inspection and review (unanimous)
• Approved application/contract with Iowa Department of Health and Human Services for abandoned well plugging grant funding (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider resolutions regarding group home leases and a settlement agreement. The meeting involves Polk County Health Services, Inc. and Connexus Behavioral Health and Disability Advocates.

• Resolution approving addendum to leases for Polk County group homes
• Resolution approving settlement agreement for return of group homes involving Polk County Health Services, Inc. and Connexus Behavioral Health and Disability Advocates

Board of Supervisors

The Polk and Story County Boards of Supervisors are meeting as Drainage District Trustees. The body will review an engineer's report and consider repairs or improvements to Joint Drainage District Polk-Story #1.

• Review of engineer’s report and preliminary reclassification on Joint Drainage District Polk-Story #1
• Consideration of repairs/improvements to Polk-Story #1

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a staff discussion regarding proposed amendments to the Polk County Zoning Ordinance and Mapping. The discussion focuses on renewable energy and accessory dwelling units.

• Zoning Ordinance and Mapping amendments for renewable energy
• Zoning Ordinance and Mapping amendments for accessory dwelling units

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to approve the FY 23/24 budget appropriation and various year-end financial transfers. The agenda includes multiple road maintenance agreements with cities and several lead hazard repair contracts.

• Appropriation of the FY 23/24 budget
• Road resurfacing agreements with the cities of Ankeny, Des Moines, and Pleasant Hill, and Story County
• Lead hazard repair agreements with FexSteve Limited and Richmond Construction for multiple properties
• Notice of public hearing for July 11, 2023, regarding disposal of real estate between 4645 & 4665 NE 28th Ct
• Community Development Grant to Drake University

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the FY 23/24 budget appropriation and the Memorandum of Annual Salaries for the upcoming fiscal year. The board also approved numerous road maintenance agreements with local cities and several lead hazard repair contracts.

• Appropriated FY 23/24 budget
• Approved Memorandum of Annual Salaries for FY 2023/2024
• Approved road maintenance agreements with Altoona, Ankeny, Des Moines, Pleasant Hill, and Story County
• Approved lead hazard repair agreements with FexSteve Limited and Richmond Construction
• Approved 28E law enforcement agreements with Bondurant and Johnston
• Approved tobacco/nicotine permits for Toad Valley Golf Course and Outer Limits
• Approved Community Development Grant to Drake University
• Approved 18 personnel appointments for Sheriff, Med Exam, CFYS, Treasurer, and Gen Svcs

Regional Mental Health and Disability Services Governing Board

The Polk County Mental Health and Disability Services Region Governing Board will vote on the FY 23/24 Annual Service and Budget Plan and the Regional Management Plan Policy and Procedures Manual. The board will also consider expenditures from the MHDS services fund and amendments to provider agreements. A discussion is scheduled regarding Intensive Residential Services Homes (IRSH).

• FY 23/24 Annual Service and Budget Plan
• Amendments to agreements with Broadlawns Medical Center, Community Support Advocates, Unity Point Health – Eyerly Ball Community Health Services, and Orchard Place
• Appointment of Judge Lynn Poschner to the Governing Board
• Recommendation for Community Based Employment Value-Based Incentives distribution
• Approval of MH/ID/DD service expenditures

Board of Supervisors

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The board is scheduled to meet in a closed session to discuss litigation strategy with counsel.

Board of Health Advisory Committee

The Board of Health Advisory Committee is meeting to receive reports on public health trends and program updates. The session includes discussions on disease prevention and specific health initiatives.

• STD trends and program update by Kim McMains
• Harm reduction lock boxes presentation by Madisun Vangundy
• American Lunch Association presentation by Beth Timmerman
• Disease prevention program updates by Kari Lebeda Townsend

The committee approved the minutes from March and April. Members received reports on COVID-19 after-action strengths and weaknesses, current grant activities for substance misuse and opioid recovery, and regional disease prevention updates.

• Approved March minutes
• Approved April minutes

Conservation Board

The Polk County Conservation Board is deciding on several funding approvals for park improvements, including a new maintenance building and nature center addition. The body is also reviewing a 10-year lease for a rowing boathouse and marketing services for county brands.

• Agreement with ISG, Inc. for a new Construction Maintenance Operations building at Jester Park not to exceed $250,000
• Contract with Wenthold Excavating, LLC for wetland excavation at Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt for a maximum of $180,308.50
• Agreement with Red Dot Advertising and Design for marketing and branding services for $160,000
• 10-year lease agreement (2023-2033) with Des Moines Rowing for the Easter Lake North Shore Boathouse
• Purchase of a 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 for Lauridsen Skatepark not to exceed $41,898.00

The Board approved several project contracts, including wetland restoration and architectural services for Jester Park. It also authorized the purchase of a vehicle for Lauridsen Skatepark and a 10-year lease for the Easter Lake North Shore Boathouse.

• Approved $60,300 change order for Dykstra wetland restoration (3-0)
• Approved 10-year lease with Des Moines Rowing for Easter Lake North Shore Boathouse (3-0)
• Approved State Recreational Trails Grant application for Mountain Bike Park project (3-0)
• Approved agreement with ISG, Inc. for Jester Park CMO building not to exceed $250,000 (3-0)
• Approved $49,600 for Jester Park Nature Center addition services with MA Architecture, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 for Lauridsen Skatepark not to exceed $41,898 (3-0)
• Awarded $180,308.50 wetland excavation contract at Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt to Wenthold Excavating, LLC (3-0)
• Approved $160,000 marketing and branding agreement with Red Dot Advertising and Design (3-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a staff discussion meeting. The sole agenda item is a discussion regarding property tax bills.

• Property Tax Bill Discussion

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss the disposal of county interest in two real estate properties and approve several intergovernmental agreements for road resurfacing. The body will also review business permit applications and various community grants.

• Public hearings for Quit Claim Deeds at 625 Maury Street and 1746 Walker Street
• Resurfacing project agreements with City of Des Moines, Jasper County, and City of Mitchellville
• Notice of Public Hearing for July 11, 2023, regarding Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map amendments
• Development Agreement with City of Ankeny and Rich Eychaner for Creekview Wetland
• Renewal of dental and vision contracts with Delta Dental of Iowa

The Board of Supervisors approved several quit claim deeds for real estate disposal and various cooperative agreements for road resurfacing. They also authorized new personnel appointments and approved multiple business permits and grants.

• Approved Quit Claim Deeds for 625 Maury Street and 1746 Walker
• Approved cigarette, tobacco, nicotine, and vapor permits for Git-N-Go #25, Midwest Mellow, and Oasis
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License renewals for Smokey D’s BBQ and Sonny’s Pizza Bistro
• Approved road resurfacing agreements with City of Des Moines, Jasper County, and City of Mitchellville
• Approved personnel appointments including positions in Sheriff, CFYS, Treasurer, and County Attorney offices
• Approved dental and vision contract renewals with Delta Dental of Iowa
• Approved final plats for Berndel Acres Plat 2 and Weldon Plat 1
• Authorized a public hearing for July 11, 2023, regarding Zoning Ordinance and Map amendments

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a staff discussion meeting. The session consists of presentations regarding DMACC and the Iowa Hall of Pride renovation.

• DMACC presentation by President Rob Denson
• Iowa Hall of Pride Renovation presentation by Iowa Events Center, The Weitz Company, and OPN Architects

Board of Supervisors

The Board is deciding on a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2022/2023 to reflect federal funding and expenditures. The body is also considering various service agreements, lead hazard repairs, and property transfers.

• FY 22/23 budget amendment: revenues increase $107.4 million and expenditures increase $113.9 million
• Quit Claim Deed to City of Des Moines for vacant parcel at 3308 Lincoln Avenue
• Lead hazard repair agreements for 1420 Henderson, 605 10th Street, 1203 Burlington Terrace, 826 E. 25th Ct, and 2301 Capitol
• Amendments to Local Board of Health Rules and Regulations Chapter V-Air Pollution
• 28E agreement with Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District for law enforcement services

The Board of Supervisors approved an amendment to the FY 22/23 budget and a Quit Claim Deed for a vacant parcel at 3308 Lincoln Avenue. Acting as the Board of Health, the body approved amendments to Chapter V of the Health Rules and Regulations regarding air pollution. The Board also approved various service agreements, personnel appointments, and retail alcohol license renewals.

• Approved FY 22/23 budget amendment
• Approved Quit Claim Deed for vacant parcel at 3308 Lincoln Avenue
• Approved Chapter V Air Pollution amendments to Health Rules and Regulations
• Approved 28E agreement with Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District for SRO services
• Approved retail alcohol license renewals for QuikTrip #538, QuikTrip #562, and Club Celebrity
• Approved Cooperative Public Service Agreements with the cities of Alleman and Johnston
• Approved agreement with Polk County Housing Trust Fund for Emergency Rent Assistance Program Funds
• Approved personnel appointments for 24 positions across various county departments

Board of Supervisors

The Polk and Story County Boards of Supervisors are meeting as Drainage District Trustees to discuss Joint Drainage District Polk-Story #1. The body will consider a levy for deficiency and review an engineer's preliminary reclassification report.

• Consideration of a levy for deficiency against Joint Drainage District Polk-Story #1
• Review and acknowledgment of engineer’s preliminary reclassification
• Setting a public hearing date for the Engineer’s Preliminary Reclassification Report

IEC Hotel Corporation

The Board of Directors will meet to approve the 2023 Q3 coverage calculation and an agreement amendment with PNC Bank. The meeting also includes a performance update from Chad Sorenson.

• Approval of 2023 Q3 Coverage Calculation
• Approval of Agreement Amendment with PNC Bank

Board of Health Advisory Committee

The Board of Health Advisory Committee will meet to receive reports on public health and disease prevention. The agenda includes a review of COVID-19 after action reporting and EFR Polk County grants.

• COVID After Action Report presented by Franny Medeiros
• EFR Polk County Grants presented by Nichole Gunn
• Disease Prevention program updates from Kari Lebeda Townsend
• Public Health Director's report

The committee did not have enough members present to reach a quorum, preventing the approval of minutes or other official decisions. The meeting consisted of departmental updates regarding public health campaigns, behavioral health services, and disease prevention.

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board is conducting a field tour of the north and middle Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt sites. The itinerary also includes a tour of the PCC Natural Resources Headquarters building.

• Tour of north Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt sites
• Tour of PCC Natural Resources Headquarters building
• Tour of middle Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt sites

Emergency Management Commission

The Polk County Emergency Management Commission will meet to elect officers and approve the Countywide MCI Plan. The meeting also includes an update on the CAD Improvement Project.

• Approval of Countywide MCI Plan
• Election of Officers
• CAD Improvement Project Update

911 Service Board

The 911 Service Board is meeting to consider a request from the Polk County Sheriff's Office to expend remaining fiscal year funds rather than carrying them over. The board will also receive updates on the CAD Improvement Project and financial procedures.

• Proposed budget amendment for Polk County Sheriff's Office to expend up to $78,780.67
• CAD Improvement Project update
• 911 Service Board Financial Procedural Review update
• State of Iowa GIS Grant fourth quarter benchmarks met in April
• Planning for Ironman (June 11), RAGBRAI (July 22-29), and Iowa State Fair (August 10-20)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several infrastructure bids and funding agreements for bridge replacements. The meeting includes decisions on alcohol and tobacco permits, residential recycling fees, and various health and human services agreements.

• Awarding bid for Sanitary Sewer Improvements-Phase 2 to Graff Excavating, Inc.
• Awarding bid for 2023-24 PCC Patch Program to The Concrete Contracting Company
• Setting annual service fee for the Curb-It Residential Recycling Program
• Funding agreements for bridge replacements on NE 50th Ave and SE 48th Ave
• Notice of public hearing for May 30, 2023, regarding disposal of real estate at 3308 Lincoln Avenue

The Board of Supervisors approved bids for sanitary sewer improvements and the 2023-24 PCC Patch Program. They also authorized numerous professional service agreements for water research and approved a large list of county personnel appointments.

• Awarded Sanitary Sewer Improvements-Phase 2 bid to Graff Excavating
• Awarded 2023-24 PCC Patch Program bid (no. 268-2324) to The Concrete Contracting Co
• Approved DOT funding for bridge replacements on NE 50th Ave and SE 48th Ave
• Approved multiple professional service agreements for Central Iowa Source Water Research Assessment
• Approved personnel actions for 66 individuals across various county departments
• Approved new alcohol and tobacco permits for various Casey's and QuikTrip locations
• Approved a memorial bridge designation for Deputy Kipton L Hayward
• Approved a Community Development Grant for Rider Club Softball

Veteran Affairs Commission

The Commission will meet to approve claims and the exception report from April. The agenda includes reports from the Executive Director and on incarcerated veterans.

• Approval of April claims
• April Exception Report
• DART Ridership Report
• Incarcerated Veterans’ Report

The Commission approved the claims and exception report for April 2023. Members discussed the impact of state budget cuts on staffing and reported an increase in DART ridership for veterans. No meeting will be held in June.

• Approved April minutes (no objections)
• Approved April 2023 claims (Palmer, Smith YEA)
• Approved April 2023 exception report (Palmer, Smith YEA)
• Cancelled June meeting

Conservation Board

The Polk County Conservation Board is meeting to decide on land acquisition in Pleasant Hill and a federal grant for electric vehicle charging stations. The board will also discuss branding consultants and fee adjustments for the Jester Park Nature Center.

• Purchase of 11.32 acres at 1500 NE 52nd Court, Pleasant Hill, for $300,000 plus closing costs
• Federal DOT Charging & Fueling Grant request for $1,221,700 with a $244,340 cost-share match for 54 EV charging stations
• Increase of Jester Park Nature Center after-hours rental fee from $17 to $18 per hour
• Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Des Moines for the Lauridsen Skatepark Parking Lot
• Selection of branding and marketing firms for consulting services through June 2026

The Board approved the purchase of 11.32 acres in Pleasant Hill and a grant application for electric vehicle charging stations. Other actions included increasing rental fees for the Jester Park Nature Center and approving branding and marketing consultants.

• Approved purchase of 11.32 acres at 1500 NE 52nd Court, Pleasant Hill for $300,000 plus closing costs
• Approved submittal of Federal DOT Charging & Fueling Grant for $1,221,700 with a $244,340 cost-share match
• Approved fee increase for Jester Park Nature Center after-hours rental charges
• Approved selection of branding and marketing firms for professional consulting services
• Approved MOU with City of Des Moines for Lauridsen Skatepark Parking Lot development
• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved bill list

Board of Supervisors

The Polk County Board of Supervisors is meeting to review a permit application. The board will consider a retail alcohol license for a specific business location.

• Application for 8-month Class “C” Retail Alcohol License and Outdoor Service Area Permit for Smokey D’s BBQ at 160 NE 49th Place, Des Moines

The Board of Supervisors met in a special session and approved a temporary alcohol license for a specific business location. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved 8-month Class “C” Retail Alcohol License and Outdoor Service Area Permit for Smokey D’s BBQ (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a staff discussion regarding the Sociable City Assessment Action Plan. The plan is being presented by the Responsible Hospitality Institute.

• Presentation of the Sociable City Assessment Action Plan by the Responsible Hospitality Institute

Regional Mental Health and Disability Services Governing Board

The Governing Board is meeting to approve expenditures from the MHDS services fund and a contract with FP Consulting. Members will also review a performance-based contract amendment and an incentive fund request for FY23/24. The meeting includes an update on the Drake Head Start Pilot.

• Approval of MH/ID/DD service expenditures from the MHDS services fund
• Approval of FP Consulting Contract
• Performance-Based Contract Amendment with the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
• FY23/24 Incentive Fund Request submission to the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
• Educational presentation on the Drake Head Start Pilot Update

The Governing Board voted to recommend several payments and contracts to the Board of Supervisors. The board also received an update on the Drake Head Start Pilot program.

• Recommended approval of out of county MHDS expenses
• Recommended approval of Independent Contractor Agreement with FP Consulting, LLC
• Recommended approval of Performance-Based Contract Amendment with Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
• Recommended approval and submission of FY 23/24 Incentive Fund Request to Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
• Approved April 18, 2023 minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Polk County Board of Supervisors will hold a staff discussion regarding the 1914 Carpenter Project remodel. The presentation will be led by directors from General Services and Human Resources.

• Presentation on 1914 Carpenter Project remodel

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding public hearings on the issuance of several general obligation bonds or capital loan notes. The board is also reviewing real estate disposals, road maintenance agreements with five cities, and various personnel and budget modifications.

• Public hearings for bond issuances of $22,000,000 (ECP-1) and three separate $1,500,000 amounts (ECP-2, ECP-3, ECP-4)
• Quit Claim Deeds for vacant parcels at 1515-11th Street, 3314 E. 7th, and 807 SE 6th Street
• Road maintenance agreements with the cities of Ankeny, Elkhart, Mitchellville, Polk City, and Sheldahl
• Bid award to Graff Excavating, Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Improvements-Phase 2
• Retail alcohol license application for Animal Rescue League of Iowa at 5452 NE 22nd Street

Board of Supervisors

The Polk County Board of Supervisors is holding a staff discussion to review a budget amendment and county grant programs.

• 3rd Quarter FY 22/23 Budget Amendment
• Polk County Grant Programs

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct a canvass of votes from the Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District Special Election held on April 11, 2023.

• Canvass of votes for Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District Special Election

The Board of Supervisors met as a Canvassing Board to certify results for the April 11, 2023, Special Election. The board declared Nancy Baker Curtis elected as Director At-Large and announced the denial of Public Measure Letter A.

• Declared Nancy Baker Curtis elected as Director At-Large (809 votes)
• Declared Public Measure Letter A denied (372 Yes, 1,004 No)

Board of Health Advisory Committee

The committee will receive reports from the Public Health Director and updates on behavioral health and disease prevention. The meeting includes a review of actions taken by the Board of Health and Board of Supervisors.

• Behavioral Health update from Annie Uetz
• Disease Prevention program updates from Kari Lebeda Townsend
• Review of Board of Health and Board of Supervisors actions

The committee approved minutes from late 2022 and early 2023 and voted to keep the current board officers. Members received updates on school immunization requirements for 7th and 12th graders and disease prevention reports.

• Approved minutes from November 2022, December 2022, and January 2023
• Voted to maintain current Board officers (unanimous)

Regional Mental Health and Disability Services Governing Board

The Regional Governing Board is meeting to review service approvals and authorize spending from the MHDS services fund. The session also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of MH/ID/DD service approvals and expenditures from the MHDS services fund
• Approval of March 21, 2023 meeting minutes

The Governing Board recommended that the Board of Supervisors approve payments for out-of-county MHDS expenses. The board also approved the minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 21, 2023 minutes
• Recommended Board of Supervisors approve payment of out-of-county MHDS expenses

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct a canvass of votes from the Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District Special Election held on April 11, 2023.

• Canvass of votes for Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District Special Election

The Board of Supervisors met as a Canvassing Board to certify the results of the April 11, 2023, special election. The board declared Nick Fiala elected to Director District #1 and certified the results for Director At-Large and Public Measure Letter A.

• Declared Nick Fiala elected to Director District #1 (190 votes)
• Certified Nancy Baker Curtis as Director At-Large (603 votes)
• Certified Public Measure Letter A as defeated (306 For, 699 Against)

Veteran Affairs Commission

The commission will meet to approve claims and an exception report from March. The agenda includes reports from the Executive Director and on incarcerated veterans.

• Approval of March claims
• March exception report
• DART ridership report
• Third quarter report
• Incarcerated veterans' report

The Commission approved the claims and exception report for March 2023. The Executive Director reported a partnership with DART to provide free bus rides for Veterans in Polk County. The Commission also noted an increase in client contacts and federal claims compared to the previous fiscal year's third quarter.

• Approved March minutes (no objections)
• Approved March 2023 claims (3-0)
• Approved March 2023 exception report (3-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to adopt the FY 2023/2024 budget and certification of taxes. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding public utility easements, county real estate disposal, and bond issuances.

• Adoption of FY 2023/2024 budget and certification of taxes
• Public hearing on vacating utility easements at 8015 & 8053 NE Morgan Dr, Bondurant
• Proposed General Obligation Bonds or Capital Loan Notes not to exceed $22,000,000, $1,500,000 (ECP-2), $1,500,000 (ECP-3), and $1,500,000 (ECP-4)
• MHDS Services Fund expenditures of $25,125 and $12,000
• Bid acceptance for 2023-24 Local HMA Resurfacing Project from Des Moines Asphalt & Paving

The Board unanimously approved the FY 2023/2024 budget and certification of taxes. Other actions included approving a road resurfacing bid, vacating utility easements in Bondurant, and authorizing public hearings for several bond issuances.

• Adopted FY 2023/2024 budget and certification of taxes
• Vacated public utility easements at 8015 & 8053 NE Morgan Drive, Bondurant
• Accepted bid #140-2324 from Des Moines Asphalt & Paving for 2023-2024 Local HMA Resurfacing Project
• Authorized public hearings for General Obligation Bonds/Capital Loan notes totaling $26,000,000
• Approved MH/ID/DD service expenditures of $25,125 and $12,000
• Approved Subdivision Inspection Agreement for The Reserve at Rock Creek
• Approved 22 personnel appointments and salary actions
• Authorized public hearings for disposal of county real estate at 1515-11th St and 3314 E. 7th St

Conservation Board

The Polk County Conservation Board will consider awarding several infrastructure contracts, including snowmaking and lighting for Sleepy Hollow. The board will also discuss a parking lot project for Lauridsen Skatepark and law enforcement equipment funding.

• Contract for Sleepy Hollow tubing hill snowmaking infrastructure to TechnoAlpin not to exceed $171,902.30
• Contract for Sleepy Hollow Snowflex hill lighting to Musco Sports Lighting LLC not to exceed $211,015
• Funding of $186,028 (plus 10% contingency) for Axon mobile video recorders for law enforcement staff
• Contract to Seneca Companies for $67,487.48 (plus 10% contingency) to replace fuel tanks at Jester Park and Yellow Banks
• Engineering services amendment for Sleepy Hollow Sports Park SnowFlex bid package with Shive-Hattery, Inc. for $77,500

The Board approved several contracts for infrastructure and lighting at Sleepy Hollow and fuel tank replacements at Jester Park. It also ratified funding for law enforcement video recorders and an MOU for the Lauridsen Skatepark Parking Lot.

• Approved $186,028 for Axon mobile video recorders for law enforcement (Consent Agenda)
• Awarded $67,487.48 to Seneca Companies for fuel tank replacements at Jester Park and Yellow Banks (Consent Agenda)
• Directed staff to apply for DNR Wildlife Habitat Stamp grant for Miller Property restoration (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $171,902.30 contract to TechnoAlpin for Sleepy Hollow tubing hill snowmaking (Lewis, Crane, Cataldo)
• Approved $211,015 contract to Musco Sports Lighting LLC for Sleepy Hollow Snowflex hill lighting and audio (Lewis, Crane, Mollenhauer, Cataldo)
• Approved $77,500 amendment to Shive-Hattery, Inc. for Sleepy Hollow Sports Park design services (Lewis, Crane, Mollenhauer, Cataldo)
• Approved MOU with City of Des Moines for Lauridsen Skatepark Parking Lot project (Lewis, Crane, Mollenhauer, Cataldo)
• Approved Addendums 12 and 13 for the Law Enforcement Manual (Lewis, Crane, Mollenhauer, Cataldo)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several infrastructure projects, including street lighting and pavement marking. The meeting includes decisions on lead hazard repair agreements and the submittal of the FY24 Secondary Road Budget to the Iowa DOT.

• Professional Services Agreement with Snyder & Associates for SE 116th Street Lighting Design Project
• Acquisition through condemnation of easement for NE Broadway Avenue Improvements Project (4560 NE 38th Street)
• Bid acceptance from Quality Striping for 2023-24 Pavement Marking Program
• Lead hazard repair agreements with Fexsteve Limited for 2444 SW 12th Street and 521 6th Street
• Renewal of retail alcohol licenses for Casey’s #1901 and Woodland Hills Golf Course

The Board of Supervisors approved the FY24 Secondary Road Budget and Road Program for submission to the Iowa DOT. Other actions included approving land condemnation for the NE Broadway Avenue Improvements Project and hiring 13 employees across various county departments. Most resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved FY24 Secondary Road Budget and Road Program submittal to Iowa DOT
• Approved land condemnation for NE Broadway Avenue Improvements Project (4560 NE 38th Street)
• Approved bid #101-2324 from Quality Striping for 2023-24 Pavement Marking Program
• Approved final plats for Saylorville Casey’s and Treasure Acres Plat 1
• Approved lead hazard repair agreements with Fexsteve Limited for two properties
• Approved 13 personnel appointments across County Attorney, Recorder, H.R., Sheriff, Auditor, and CFYS offices
• Approved engagement of Hopkins & Huebner, P.C. (4-1, McCoy passed)
• Approved Community Development Grant to Golf Charitable Foundation of Greater Des Moines

Board of Supervisors

The Polk County Board of Supervisors will meet for a staff discussion. The agenda consists of a single presentation regarding the Pathway to Building Trades Youth Program.

• Presentation on Pathway to Building Trades Youth Program by Samantha Groark and Maya Bromolson

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a staff discussion. The agenda consists of a single presentation regarding the Bravo Greater Des Moines annual update.

• Annual update on Bravo Greater Des Moines presented by Executive Director Sally Dix

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on the disposal of county real estate and a conservation easement. The body is also deciding on various lead hazard repair contracts, alcohol license renewals, and a settlement regarding opioid manufacturers.

• Settlement and release of claims against opioid manufacturers, distributors and retailers
• Sale of Polk County land in Berwick along Interstate 80 to the Iowa Department of Transportation
• Lead hazard repair agreements for 807 33rd Street, 1301 Rose Avenue, 3100 York Street, and 3816 Hunter Avenue
• Quit Claim Deed for vacant parcels beside 807 SE 6th Street to R.M. Madden
• Notice of Public Hearing for April 18, 2023, on the proposed FY 2023/2024 budget

The Board approved several real estate transactions, including land sales to the Iowa DOT and a private party. They also authorized a settlement with opioid manufacturers and distributors and approved various health and housing service contracts.

• Approved sale of land in Berwick to Iowa Department of Transportation
• Approved Quit Claim Deed for vacant parcels to R.M. Madden
• Approved settlement and release of claims against opioid manufacturers, distributors and retailers
• Approved withdrawal from Mid-Iowa Planning Alliance (4-1)
• Approved Deed of Conservation Easement for Trails End Mitigation Bank
• Approved lead hazard repair agreements for 807 33rd St, 1301 Rose Ave, 3100 York St, and 3816 Hunter Ave
• Approved personnel actions for 15 employees including salaries and start dates
• Authorized public hearing for proposed FY 2023/2024 budget on April 18, 2023

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct the second tier canvass of votes cast in the March 7, 2023, Special Election for the City of Urbandale.

• Canvass of votes for City of Urbandale Special Election held March 7, 2023

Regional Mental Health and Disability Services Governing Board

The Regional Governing Board is meeting to authorize expenditures from the MHDS services fund and approve the FY24 Annual Service and Budget Plan for submission to the Department of Health and Human Services.

• Approval of FY24 Annual Service and Budget Plan
• Authorization of MH/ID/DD service expenditures from the MHDS services fund
• Memorandum of Understanding with Rolling Hills MHDS Region for Crisis Stabilization Services

The Board approved the FY24 Annual Service and Budget Plan for submission to the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services. Additionally, the Board made two recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding service expenditures and a memorandum of understanding.

• Approved February 22, 2023 minutes
• Recommended Board of Supervisors approve MH-ID-DD service approvals and expenditures from MHDS Services Fund
• Approved FY24 Annual Service and Budget Plan
• Recommended Board of Supervisors approve MOU with Rolling Hills MHDS Region for Crisis Stabilization Services with Easterseals Iowa

Veteran Affairs Commission

The Polk County Veteran Affairs Commission is meeting to approve February claims and review several guideline modifications. These changes include updates to documentation requirements and assistance conditions. The commission will also review a DART ridership report.

• Approval of February claims
• Proposed modifications to documentation requirements in Section II and Section V
• Proposed modifications to conditions of assistance in Section VI
• Proposed addition of furniture assistance language in Section VI
• Proposed title change from Assistant Director to Deputy Director

The Commission approved the claims and exception reports for February 2023. Members also voted to approve several modifications to the program guidelines, including documentation requirements and title changes. The meeting included reports on federal claims and incarcerated veterans.

• Approved February 2023 minutes
• Approved February 2023 claims (2-0)
• Approved February 2023 exception report for 24 veterans (2-0)
• Approved guideline modifications for documentation, titles, and assistance conditions (2-0)

Board of Health Advisory Committee

The Board of Health Advisory Committee is meeting to elect its officers for 2023 and review previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes reports from the Public Health Director and updates on school immunizations and disease prevention.

• Election of officers for 2023
• School immunizations report by Susan Brooks and Kimberly McMain
• Disease prevention program updates by Kari Lebeda Townsend
• Review of Board of Health/Board of Supervisors actions

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct the first tier canvass of votes cast in the March 7, 2023, special election. This process involves certifying the results for specific local jurisdictions.

• Canvass of special election votes for the city of Granger
• Canvass of special election votes for the city of Urbandale
• Canvass of special election votes for the Madrid Community School District

The Board of Supervisors met as a Canvassing Board to certify vote totals from a March 7, 2023, special election. Results were certified for the City of Granger, the Madrid Community School District, and the City of Urbandale.

• Certified City of Granger Public Measure Letter A passed (52 Yes, 6 No) for a new Public Safety Building and City Hall up to $3,000,000
• Certified Madrid Community School District Public Measure Letter A failed (4 Yes, 14 No) for a physical plant and equipment tax
• Certified City of Urbandale Public Measure Letter PA failed (681 Yes, 4,858 No) for a new community recreation complex up to $43,000,000

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a staff discussion. The agenda consists of a single presentation regarding the Catch Des Moines annual update.

• Catch Des Moines Annual Update presented by Greg Edwards

Conservation Board

The Polk County Conservation Board will hold a public hearing regarding a contract for the Athene North Shore Recreation Area. The board is also deciding on land acquisitions, facility fee updates, and several park infrastructure contracts.

• Public hearing on the Athene North Shore Recreation Area contract award
• Purchase of 62 acres of the Harding property from Phyllis Jones
• Contract for Jester Park tent camping bathroom/shower house foundation not to exceed $89,658.25
• Water and electrical service updates for Jester Park Shelters #2 and #6 not to exceed $160,097.63
• Matching funds of $103,500 for the Lauridsen Skatepark Parking Lot project

The Board approved the purchase of 62 acres of the Harding property and awarded contracts for the Athene North Shore Recreation Area. Additional approvals included facility upgrades at Jester Park and matching funds for wildlife and water quality grants.

• Approved purchase of 62 acres of Harding property (4-0)
• Approved contracts for Athene North Shore Recreation Area construction (4-0)
• Approved $160,097.63 for water and electrical updates to Jester Park shelters #2 and #6 (4-0)
• Approved $89,658.25 for bathroom/shower house foundation and utilities at Jester Park (4-0)
• Approved $103,500 in matching funds for Lauridsen Skatepark Parking Lot project (4-0)
• Approved up to $33,300 in matching funds for oak woodland restoration at Fort Des Moines Park (4-0)
• Approved participation in Army Compatible Use Buffer Program (4-0)
• Recommended construction easements for City of Pleasant Hill storm pipe at Little Four Mile Creek (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss assigning tax sale certificates to the City of Des Moines to promote housing. The meeting includes decisions on MHDS service expenditures, land sale notices, and several plat approvals.

• Expenditures from MHDS Services Fund for $69,565.02 and $124,252.17
• Tax sale certificates for 1617-22nd, 29 Hartford Avenue, 1603 Clark Street, and 1700-13th Street
• Final Plat approvals for Altoona Homes Plat 1, Forest Ridge Estates Plat 2, and Schmidt’s Acres
• Expenditure of $7,500 from the Iowa Agricultural Water Alliance
• Proposed land sale to Iowa DOT in Berwick along Interstate 80

The Board of Supervisors approved funding for sewer line and floor drain repairs at the county jail kitchen. They also authorized numerous personnel appointments and approved several resolutions regarding public health, housing, and land use.

• Appropriated $140,424 for jail kitchen sewer line and floor drain repairs (5-0)
• Approved 23 personnel appointments across various county departments (5-0)
• Approved $69,565.02 and $124,252.17 in MH/ID/DD service expenditures
• Approved retail alcohol license renewals for Stan’s Pt 2 and Git-N-Go #25 (5-0)
• Approved assignment of tax sale certificates to the City of Des Moines for housing
• Approved sanitary sewer agreements for The Reserve at Rock Creek LLC and 5809 NE 3rd Street
• Approved Final Plats for Altoona Homes Plat 1, Forest Ridge Estates Plat 2, and Schmidt’s Acres
• Authorized public hearing notices for land sales and a conservation easement

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding the maximum property tax dollars for fiscal year 2023/2024. The board will also review a memorandum of appointments.

• Public hearing and resolution for FY 2023/2024 County Maximum Property Tax Dollars
• Memorandum of Appointments

The Board of Supervisors approved the maximum property tax dollars for FY 2023/2024 following a public hearing. Two personnel appointments were also approved. All resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved FY 2023/2024 County Maximum Property Tax Dollars (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Mari Culver, Asst Co Attorney, $98,880 (5-0)
• Approved appointment of James Fritz, Deten Facility Supr, Sheriff, $105,700 (5-0)

IEC Hotel Corporation

The Board of Directors is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a performance update. The body will also consider a resolution regarding the Q4 coverage calculation.

• Resolution approving Q4 coverage calculation

Regional Mental Health and Disability Services Governing Board

The Polk County Region Governing Board is meeting to authorize expenditures for mental health, intellectual disability, and developmental disability services. The board will also appoint members to adult and child advisory committees and review state reports on community-based services.

• Authorization of MH/ID/DD service expenditures (Log #437)
• Authorization of MH/ID/DD service expenditures (Log #438)
• Appointments for Polk County Region Adult & Child Advisory Committees
• Presentation of Iowa Health and Human Services’ Region Study Report
• Review of Recommendations for Strengthening Iowa’s Community-Based Services System Report

The Board recommended two sets of MH-ID-DD service approvals and expenditures for the Board of Supervisors' approval. The Board also approved appointments for the Region Adult & Child Advisory Committees.

• Recommended MH-ID-DD service approvals and expenditures (Item #3)
• Recommended MH-ID-DD service approvals and expenditures (Item #4)
• Approved appointments for Region Adult & Child Advisory Committees
• Approved December 13, 2022 minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board is deciding on several professional service agreements for bridge and traffic engineering. They are also reviewing wage modifications for bargaining and non-bargaining unit employees and creating new positions across multiple county offices.

• Agreement with Calhoun-Burns and Associates for BR1858 Bridge Deck Overlay and Rail Retrofit ($11,750)
• Agreement with The Envision Group, Inc. for Iowa DOT drafting standards ($10,000)
• FY 23/24 General Wage Modification for AFSCME covered and non-bargaining employees
• Public hearing set for March 7, 2023, regarding the disposal of four tax sale parcels to the City of Des Moines
• Lead hazard repair agreements for 3125 SW 13th Place, 3522 SW 12th Place, and 3630 E. 8th Street

The Board of Supervisors approved a budget action to increase revenue estimates by $27,845,178 and appropriate $19,249,397 for rent assistance. The board also approved multiple professional service agreements for infrastructure and personnel appointments.

• Appropriated $19,249,397 for Emergency Rent Assistance Program funding to IMPACT (5-0)
• Approved FY23/24 General Wage Modification for AFSCME employees (4-1)
• Approved FY23/24 General Increases for Non-Bargaining Unit Employees (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreements with Calhoun-Burns, The Envision Group, and Snyder and Associates (5-0)
• Approved bridge inspection and replacement plans with Shuck-Britson (5-0)
• Approved creation of positions in Board of Supervisors, Conservation, County Attorney, Medical Examiner, and Sheriff's offices (5-0)
• Approved 28E agreement with NDC for redevelopment of 2814 7th Avenue (5-0)
• Approved personnel appointments for six employees across CFYS, Med Exam, Pub Wks, and Sheriff (5-0)

Veteran Affairs Commission

The commission will administer the oath of office to Marty Smith and approve claims from December and January. The body will also review reports regarding DART ridership and incarcerated veterans.

• Oath of Office for Marty Smith
• Certification and approval of December and January claims
• Discussion regarding a facility dog
• DART Ridership Report
• City of Des Moines Cemetery Advisory Committee discussion

The Commission approved claims for December 2022 and January 2023. It also ratified exception reports for assisting veterans above allowable guidelines for those two months. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved December 2022 and January 2023 claims (3-0)
• Approved December 2022 and January 2023 exception reports (3-0)
• Approved December minutes (no objections)

Board of Health Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to elect officers for 2023 and review previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes reports on COVID-19 after-action and disease prevention program updates.

• Election of officers for 2023
• COVID after action report by Franny Medeiros
• Disease prevention program updates by Kari Lebeda Townsend

The committee did not have enough members present to reach a quorum, and no formal actions were taken. The meeting consisted of staff updates regarding fentanyl test strip legalization efforts, animal control statistics, and disease prevention.

• Approval of Minutes: Not enough for quorum

911 Service Board

The board is holding a public hearing and voting on the proposed fiscal year 2023-2024 budget. Members will also consider renewing a three-year agreement with the Emergency Management Commission and electing a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.

• Proposed FY23-24 Surcharge Fund expenditures of $2,738,724
• Proposed three-year 28E Agreement renewal between EM Commission and 911 Service Board
• Elections for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Report of over $60,000 in recently processed unpaid surcharges
• Notice of Interest submitted for countywide polygon-based warning system and siren hardware upgrades

Emergency Management Commission

The Commission is meeting to hold a public hearing and decide on the proposed FY 23/24 budget. The body is also considering the extension of two 28E agreements and appointments to the 911 Service Board.

• Public hearing and proposed adoption of FY 23/24 budget with total revenue of $1,233,904
• Extension of 28E Agreement for Emergency Management Program administration for three years at $0.50 per capita
• Adoption of 28E Agreement with 911 Service Board to fund the 911 Coordinator's salary and benefits
• Appointment of the EM Director as primary and Deputy Director as alternate member to the 911 Service Board
• Discussion of $780,000 security equipment application for the Iowa Events Center

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss budget deliberations presented by Budget Manager Deb Anderson.

• Budget deliberations presented by Deb Anderson

Conservation Board

The Polk County Conservation Board will meet to decide on the acquisition of 48.56 acres of the Bailey Property and the sale of 0.64 acres to the Iowa Department of Transportation. The board will also review a vehicle and equipment replacement program for FY23/24.

• Purchase of 48.56 acres of the Bailey Property from Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation
• Sale of 0.64 acres of land to the Iowa Department of Transportation
• Contract for Ames Goats on the Go, LLC for goat grazing at Easter Lake for $76,869.00 plus 10% contingency
• Funding level for Trails End Mitigation Bank Long-term Maintenance Fund at 10% of credit sale revenue
• FY23/24 Vehicle and Equipment Replacement program

The Board approved the purchase of 48.56 acres of the Bailey Property and the sale of 0.64 acres to the Iowa Department of Transportation. They also awarded a grazing contract to Ames Goats on the Go, LLC and approved a vehicle replacement program for FY23/24.

• Approved purchase of 48.56 acres of Bailey Property (4-0)
• Approved sale of 0.64 acres to Iowa Department of Transportation (4-0)
• Awarded $76,869.00 goat grazing contract to Ames Goats on the Go, LLC (4-0)
• Approved FY23/24 Vehicle and Equipment Replacement program (4-0)
• Approved Trails End Mitigation Bank maintenance fund allocation at 10% of credit sale revenue (4-0)
• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes with correction (4-0)
• Approved bill list (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing a zoning map amendment and various professional service agreements. The meeting includes decisions on county funding for multiple health and community organizations and the creation of new department positions.

• Zoning Map Amendment from Agriculture to Mixed Use for 5251 NE 94th Avenue, Bondurant
• Professional Services Agreement with Snyder and Associates for Scott Avenue Sidewalk Improvements
• Notice of Public Hearing for February 28, 2023, on proposed maximum property tax levy
• Agreement with FexSteve Limited for lead hazard repairs at 2814 Sheridan Avenue
• Agreement with OPN Architects for the remodel of 1914 Carpenter Avenue

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is conducting budget presentations for two county departments. Directors from Community, Family & Youth Services and General Services will present their budgets.

• Community, Family & Youth Services budget presentation
• General Services budget presentation

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss a zoning map amendment and various tax abatements. The meeting includes reviews of alcohol permit applications and several funding applications for public works projects.

• Zoning Map Amendment from Agriculture to Mixed Use for 5251 NE 94th Avenue, Bondurant
• Assignment of tax sale certificates for 31 properties to Habitat for Humanity
• Funding applications for FFY 2027 STBG Program and 2023 RAISE funding for IA 141 and Towner Drive Interchange
• Tax abatements for multiple organizations including Caring Hands Outreach Center and WesleyLife
• Public hearing regarding the disposal of county interest in real estate

The Board approved a zoning map amendment from Agriculture to Mixed Use for 5251 NE 94th Avenue. Other actions included approving various tax abatements, alcohol permits, and personnel appointments. Several funding applications for public works projects were also authorized.

• Approved zoning amendment from Agriculture to Mixed Use for 5251 NE 94th Avenue (4-1)
• Approved assignment of tax sale certificates for 31 properties to Habitat for Humanity
• Approved alcohol permit updates for Kwik Star #1086, Terrace Hills Golf Course, and Tobacco Outlet Plus Grocery #506
• Approved tax abatements for Caring Hands Outreach Center, ChildServe Habilitation Center, Mizo Church of Iowa, New Beginnings Christian Church, Perfecting Holiness Temple, Ray of Hope International, and WesleyLife
• Authorized funding applications for FFY 2027 STBG Program and 2023 RAISE funding for IA 141 and Towner Drive Interchange
• Approved 21 personnel actions including appointments for the Sheriff's office and General Services
• Approved weatherization contract with Iowa Department of Human Rights
• Approved Community Development Grant for Ellipsis, Inc.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to review budget presentations from three county departments. These presentations cover the Medical Examiner, Information Technology, and County Auditor offices.

• Medical Examiner budget presentation
• Information Technology budget presentation
• County Auditor budget presentation

Board of Health Advisory Committee

The Board of Health Advisory Committee is meeting to elect its officers for 2023. The agenda includes reports from the Public Health Director and updates on animal control and disease prevention.

• Election of officers for 2023
• Animal control report by Troy Cline
• Disease prevention program updates by Kari Lebeda Townsend

The meeting resulted in no substantive decisions because no members were present to establish a quorum. All agenda items, including director and animal control updates, were moved to the January meeting.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to receive budget presentations from two county departments. The session focuses on the financial requirements for Emergency Management and Human Resources.

• Emergency Management budget presentation by Director A.J. Mumm
• Human Resources budget presentation by Director Jeff Edgar

Board of Supervisors

The Polk County Board of Supervisors will meet for a staff discussion. The agenda includes a presentation regarding escalator construction at Prairie Meadows.

• Presentation on Prairie Meadows escalator construction by CEO Gary Palmer

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is conducting budget presentations for three county departments. Officials from the Recorder, Health Department, and County Attorney offices will present their budgets.

• County Recorder budget presentation
• Health Department budget presentation
• County Attorney budget presentation

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a staff discussion. The agenda includes a presentation on ARPA project updates from Link Associates.

• ARPA Project Update presented by Linda Dunshee and Leisa Fox of Link Associates

Conservation Board

The board will consider several professional service agreements for park engineering and design. The meeting includes votes on land acquisition, contractor bids for tree removal, and updates to board bylaws.

• Purchase of 42.03 acres of property near Alleman, Iowa for $368,281.57
• Professional Service Agreement with Bolton & Menk for Lauridsen Skatepark Parking Lot for $135,000
• Contract with Xtreme Tree for hazard tree removals in parks for $61,823 plus 10% contingency
• Professional Service Agreement with Foth for Trails End Mitigation Bank Phase II for $74,900
• Amendment to JEO Consulting Group contract for Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt floodplain restoration for $2,500

The Board approved the purchase of 42.03 acres of land and several professional service agreements for park engineering and design. It also approved a contract for hazard tree removal and updated its bylaws.

• Approved purchase of 42.03 acres near Alleman for $368,281.57 (5-0)
• Approved $135,000 agreement with Bolton & Menk for Lauridsen Skatepark Parking Lot design (5-0)
• Approved $74,900 agreement with Foth for Trails End Mitigation Bank Phase II design (5-0)
• Approved $61,823 contract with Xtreme Tree for hazard tree removals plus 10% contingency (4-1)
• Approved $2,500 contract amendment with JEO Consulting Group for Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt (4-1)
• Approved update to Board Bylaws (4-1)
• Approved original artwork for Easter Lake Park north shore (4-1)
• Approved 'Long Distance' rotating sculpture for Jester Park (4-1)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing budget presentations from three county departments. These presentations are part of a scheduled budget hearing.

• Veteran Affairs budget presentation
• Polk County Sheriff’s budget presentation
• Board of Supervisors’ budget presentation

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to receive budget presentations. The session includes reports from Behavioral Health & Disability Services and the Treasurer Department.

• Behavioral Health & Disability Services Budget Presentation
• Treasurer Department Presentation

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning map amendment for a property in Bondurant. The meeting also includes votes on subdivision plats, civil litigation settlements, and community development grants.

• Zoning amendment from Agriculture to Neighborhood Commercial/Mixed Use for 5251 NE 94th Avenue, Bondurant
• Notice of Public Hearing for disposal of 31 real estate parcels to Habitat for Humanity
• Final plat approvals for Christian Juon Estates Plat 3 and Maxwell Estates Plat 1
• Emergency capital funding for freight elevator repairs at Hy-Vee Hall
• Community Development Grants for Caring Hands Outreach Center, Inc. and Ingersoll Grand

The Board approved a comprehensive plan amendment and the first reading of a zoning map amendment for a property in Bondurant. Other actions included approving several community development grants, personnel appointments, and civil litigation settlements.

• Approved Future Land Use Map Amendment for 5251 NE 94th Ave, Bondurant (4-1)
• Approved first reading of Zoning Map Amendment for 5251 NE 94th Ave, Bondurant (4-1)
• Approved Class 'C' Retail Alcohol License and Sunday Sales Permit for Caporales (5-0)
• Approved petition to suspend taxes and special assessments for 1350 E 9th St (5-0)
• Approved Community Development Grants for Caring Hands Outreach Center, Inc. and Ingersoll Grand (5-0)
• Approved emergency capital funding for freight elevator repairs at Hy-Vee Hall (5-0)
• Approved six personnel appointments including a Code Enforce Officer and Deputy (5-0)
• Approved settlements for civil litigation claims B. Lozano and C. Shelton (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to receive budget presentations. The session includes reviews of the Conservation and Public Works budgets.

• Conservation Budget Presentation
• Public Works Budget Presentation

Board of Supervisors

The Board is conducting its annual organization, including the election of a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The body is also reviewing numerous service agreements for health, legal, and social services, as well as property acquisitions for road improvements.

• Condemnation of easements for NE Broadway Avenue Improvement Project at 425 NE 46th Ave ($1,565) and 412 NE Broadway ($25,700)
• Confirmation of Health Nuisance Abatement assessments totaling $4,328.48
• Agreement with FORVIS, LLP for auditing services
• Funding agreements with Center at Sixth, ChildServe, City of Elkhart, Mind & Spirit Counseling Center, NAMI Iowa, and Polk County Housing Trust fund
• Capital funding for dasher board replacement at Wells Fargo Arena

The Board of Supervisors approved $11 million from reserves for the NE Broadway project and reallocated $1 million for the sanitary sewer enterprise fund. The board also swore in several county officials and approved numerous service agreements and personnel appointments.

• Appropriated $11M for NE Broadway project and reallocated $1M for sanitary sewer enterprise fund (5-0)
• Elected Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2023 (4-1)
• Approved personnel actions for 16 positions including Co Admn John Norris at $251,195 (4-1)
• Approved acquisition through condemnation of easements for NE Broadway Avenue Improvement Project
• Approved agreements for trauma sensitive yoga, clinical consultation, and SART coordination
• Approved lead hazard repair agreements for 2504 Boston Avenue and 1432 Arthur Avenue
• Approved Polk County Investment Policy and designated financial institutions as depositories
• Replaced Angela Connolly with Matt McCoy on the Metropolitan Advisory Council (5-0)