Rock Rapids public meetings in 2024
24 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet to discuss new business including bridge funding and a dog park. The body will also consider appointments to the Northwest Iowa Area Solid Waste Agency and Rock Rapids Municipal Housing.
- FFY 2026 Bridge Funding for Boone Street
- Central Lyon CAPS Dog Park
- Mid-Sioux Opportunity, Inc. Resolution
- Appointment of Micah Freese to Northwest Iowa Area Solid Waste Agency
- Appointments of Kayla Vander Lee and Niki Vogel to Rock Rapids Municipal Housing
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding vicious dogs and review bids for auditing services for FY24/25 through FY26/27. The body will also consider a store front application for Lyon Sisters LLC and receive the FY24 Annual Financial Report.
- Public hearing on Vicious Dog
- Review of bids for auditing services FY24/25 - FY26/27
- Store front application for Lyon Sisters LLC
- FY24 Annual Financial Report receipt
- VFW Store Front reimbursement
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council will consider resolutions for flood mitigation appraisal bids and a professional services agreement with DGR Engineering. The body will also vote on a single-family home grant program and set a public hearing regarding vicious dogs.
- Flood Mitigation Swift Current Appraisal Bids resolution
- Rock Rapids Single-Family Home Grant Program motion
- DGR Engineering Master Agreement for Professional Services resolution
- New Housing Grant for Reed Metzger in the amount of $2,500
- Public hearing setting for Vicious Dog
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding an amendment to the Commercial Urban Revitalization Plan and the disposal of property at 309 N. Story Street. The body will also receive updates on flood mitigation programs and FEMA inspections.
- Public hearing and resolution for Amendment No. 1 to the Commercial Urban Revitalization Plan
- Public hearing and resolution for the disposal of property at 309 N. Story Street
- Master Agreement for Professional Services with DGR Engineering
- Flood Mitigation Assistance Swift Current program updates for 8 qualified properties
- Residential Grant Program Application for Audrey Stewart
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will discuss flood recovery updates, including property acquisition and sewer inspections. The body is considering a new ordinance for the Hawkins Urban Renewal Area and scheduling public hearings for a commercial revitalization plan and a building sale.
- First reading of Ordinance 726 for Rock Rapids Hawkins Urban Renewal Area
- Resolution to set public hearing for sale of building at 309 N. Story Street
- Resolution to set public hearing for Commercial Revitalization Plan Amendment No 1
- $2,500 Housing Grant for Haselhoff
- Alcohol Beverage license renewal for WarKru Man Cave LLC
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will review updates on flood recovery efforts, including housing grants and sewer inspections. The body is also considering resolutions for street acceptances and an airport grant.
- ERD Holdings awarded $950,000 for 19 homes via Disaster Recovery Housing Grant
- Street acceptance resolutions for 6th Avenue and Mill Pond Road
- IDOT Grant acceptance for the airport
- Discussion of the Community Disaster Loan (CDL) Program for operational funding
- Update on $7.25M in awarded flood funds with $2.75M remaining
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will review flood mitigation updates, including a $950,000 award for 19 homes. The body is also considering several street project bids and resolutions regarding private development and library funding.
- ERD Holdings awarded $950,000 for 19 homes via Disaster Recovery Housing Grant
- Bids for Marshall Street (5th to 6th Ave), Pearl Street, Congress Street, First Avenue East, and Storm Sewer Ditch
- Resolution for First Amendment and Assignment to Agreement for Private Development with East River Development L.L.C. and ERD Holdings, LLC
- Resolution for additional capital expense for Library Capital Reserve
- Resolution for Lyon County Riverboat Foundation 2024 Competitive Grant
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council will conduct public hearings regarding a budget amendment and annexation. The body will also consider several contracts, including an Everbridge contract and an agreement for the Community Building.
- Public hearing for Annexation resolution
- Public hearing for Budget Amendment resolution
- Everbridge Contract shared with Lyon County Sheriff for $1,500
- New Housing Grant for Stewart in the amount of $2,500
- Ahlers and Cooney Engagement Letter Amendment for Commercial Urban Revitalization Plan
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council will consider an updated contract with Veenstra & Kimm, Inc., and vote on two ordinance amendments: one authorizing the sale of real estate (RRMU) and another addressing electronic meetings. The council will also receive flood updates including sewer jetting costs of $0.80/linear foot for sanitary and $295/hour for storm sewer. Routine items include committee reports and consent agenda items such as an alcohol license renewal for Corral Lanes.
- Veenstra & Kimm, Inc. updated contract – motion
- Ordinance amendment: Sale of Real Estate (RRMU) – roll call
- Ordinance amendment: Electronic Meetings – roll call
- Flood updates: sewer jetting costs quoted at $0.80/linear foot (sanitary) and $295/hour (storm) from Rehab Systems; Midwest Vac Professionals also contacted
- Consent agenda: Alcohol beverage license renewal for Corral Lanes (Class C Retail)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council will meet to discuss the annexation of Hairpin and a donation request for Kids Club. The body will also consider a revised contract for Leon Freeman and a temporary liquor license transfer.
- Scheduling of public hearing for Annexation of Hairpin for August 26, 2024
- Resolution regarding Kids Club Donation Request
- Motion for revised contract for Leon Freeman
- Special Class C alcoholic beverage license transfer for Rapid Speedway (July 26-27, 2024) to 203 S 2nd Ave
Regular City Council Meeting
The council will vote on a resolution to establish a Disaster Recovery Housing Assistance program, funded through a state grant. They will also discuss procuring an agency or individual to assist with FEMA documentation. Public comments will be heard.
- Resolution for Disaster Recovery Housing Assistance program
- Procurement of agency/individual for FEMA documentation
- Public comments (5 min per person, 10 min per topic)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council will discuss a floodplain management ordinance and flood-related issues. The council also plans to solicit proposals for street excavation and paving on several streets. Additionally, the meeting includes a motion to close 2nd Ave by the courthouse for a street dance on July 26.
- Solicit RFPs for street excavation and paving on Pearl, Congress, 1st Ave East, Mill, and Marshall streets
- Floodplain management ordinance discussion
- Motion to close 2nd Ave by the courthouse on July 26 for a Fair Board Street Dance
- Schedule public hearing for a budget amendment
- Library basement estimate motion
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council will consider a new food truck ordinance and a development agreement for Hairpin 2nd Addition. The agenda also includes items regarding library credit card approval and donations to the EMT Association.
- Food Truck Ordinance
- Hairpin 2nd Addition Development Agreement
- Library credit card issuance and credit limit
- Donation to Rock Rapids EMT Association
- Rescinding resolution 2024-20 regarding Lyon County Ambulance donation
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council will consider resolutions regarding ambulance and firefighter association donations. The meeting includes discussions on Emma Sater Park playground equipment and the East Street Bridge Project. The council will also review various liquor and tobacco permit applications.
- Ambulance and firefighter association donation resolutions
- Emma Sater Park playground equipment
- East Street Bridge Project update
- 2024 Bridge Inspection Agreement
- Alcoholic beverage license renewals and new applications
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including public comments, committee reports, and a consent agenda. Key actions include a roll-call vote on an agreement with Lyon County for the Bus Barn parcel, a vote on a 2024 mini grant from the Lyon County Riverboat Foundation, and a vote on the Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees. The council will also consider an airport lease amendment, the sale of a 2001 Chevy pickup, and set rates, followed by a closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(a).
- Agreement with Lyon County for Bus Barn parcel (roll call)
- Lyon County Riverboat Foundation 2024 Mini Grant (roll call)
- Rock Rapids Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees appointment (roll call)
- Airport lease amendment
- 2001 Chevy pickup disposal or sale
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and city tax certification, and consider an independent contractor agreement for the municipal airport. The agenda also includes unfinished business on a community garden water spigot and a consent agenda with routine items like claims, liquor license renewals, and a storefront reimbursement.
- Public hearing on FY2025 budget and certification of city taxes
- Independent contractor agreement for Rock Rapids Municipal Airport
- Storefront reimbursement of $3,032.50 to Corey & Heather Heimensen for work at 402 S. 2nd Avenue
- Renewal of alcoholic beverage licenses for Rapid Speedway and VFW Club
- Appointments to Planning and Zoning for Dave Sieperda and LeRoy Stuerman through March 31, 2027
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council is meeting to handle new business, including a contract with Pearson Bros., a resolution correcting seasonal wages for Public Works, and a motion to sign the final Rides FY25 contract. The agenda also includes committee reports, a consent agenda with meeting minutes and claims, and public comments.
- Pearson Bros. Contract
- Seasonal Wages - Correction for Public Works - Resolution - Roll Call
- Sign Final Rides FY25 Contract - Motion
- Consent Agenda: Minutes of March 25, 2023 meetings and Summary List of Claims
- Next regular meeting scheduled for April 22 at 5:45 PM
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council is meeting for a regular session. The main item is a public hearing on the proposed tax levy, which is the only substantive matter on the agenda. The rest of the meeting is procedural, including call to order, public comments, and adjournment.
- Public hearing on proposed tax levy
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council is meeting to hold a public hearing on the proposed Capital Improvement Program and set a public hearing for FY2025 budget adoption on April 22, 2024. The council will also vote on seasonal employee wages, an airport electrical grant, and approve publication of an auditor statement. A final review of the FY25 budget is on the agenda.
- Public hearing on proposed Capital Improvement Program
- Set public hearing for FY2025 budget adoption for April 22, 2024 at 5:45 PM
- Resolution to approve seasonal employee wages
- Resolution for airport electrical grant
- Approve publication of auditor statement from Denoble Austin and Company
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council is meeting to consider a lease for the Rock River Archery Club, a resolution for LCRF mini grants, and a $6,200 bid for a pool pergola, with potential additional costs for hidden ceiling damage. They will also schedule a public hearing on the Capital Improvement Program and handle routine consent agenda items.
- Rock River Archery Club, LLC lease motion
- Resolution for LCRF Mini Grants (roll call vote)
- Pool pergola bid of $6,200; possible extra costs for ceiling damage
- Schedule public hearing for Capital Improvement Program
- Alcoholic beverage license renewal for Fiesta Brava (Class C)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council will consider a final reimbursement resolution for a downtown housing grant, an emergency service agreement with Rapid Speedway, and store front applications from the VFW and Corey & Heather Heimensen. The meeting also includes a budget workshop on levy review and routine consent agenda items.
- Downtown Housing Grant: Final Reimbursement Resolution (roll call vote)
- Emergency Service Agreement with Rapid Speedway
- Store Front Application: VFW
- Store Front Application: Corey & Heather Heimensen, 402 S. 2nd Ave.
- Alcoholic Beverage License Renewal: BAB Ventures (Sunshine Foods) Class B Retail
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Amendment No. 3 to the Residential Urban Revitalization Plan, which could affect property tax abatements. The council will also discuss the FY2023 audit, set a date for a property tax levy hearing, and consider a grant for a swimming pool pergola replacement.
- Public hearing and resolution on Amendment No. 3 to the Residential Urban Revitalization Plan
- Resolution for additional urban revitalization abatement
- Audit for FY2023 by Carmen, Denoble, Austin & Company
- Set public hearing for property tax levy on March 25
- Lyon County Riverboat Foundation 2024 Mini Grant for swimming pool pergola replacement
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council will hold its regular meeting, with public comments, committee reports, and several action items. Key items include a resolution to set a public hearing on Amendment No. 3 to the Residential Urban Revitalization Plan, a World Fuel Service Agreement, and a vacation carry-over request. The agenda also includes consent items like meeting minutes and claims.
- Resolution to set public hearing on Amendment No. 3 to Rock Rapids Residential Urban Revitalization Plan
- World Fuel Service Agreement
- Vacation carry-over request resolution
- Consent agenda: minutes of Jan 8, 2024 meeting and summary list of claims
- Township Fire Advisory Board meeting set for Feb 5, 2024
Regular City Council Meeting
The Rock Rapids City Council will hold a public hearing on a resolution to dispose of city real property, and consider several other items including tax abatement, a legal retainer, and a bond issue engagement. The agenda also includes appointments to committees and boards, a bridge payment, and various routine approvals. This is a regular meeting with both public hearings and standard administrative actions.
- Public hearing on disposal of real property (Resolution, roll call)
- Tax abatement resolution (roll call)
- East Street Bridge Project payment of $7,000 for traffic control
- Engagement letter with Ahlers & Cooney for Amendment No. 3 to the Rock Rapids Residential Urban Revitalization Plan
- Alcoholic beverage license for Casey's (800 First Ave) and renewal for Fiesta Brava LLC