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Who’s on the City Council
- Randy Pierce
- Jared Ogbourne
- Greg Stallman
- John Shaw
- Dan Scott
- Scott Atzen
- John Dostart
- Jeff Bierl
- Kim Kietzman
- Chad Quick
- Todd Trobaugh
- Tony Chambers
- Lyndsay Nielsen
- Andy Lent
- Patti Murray
- Alyssa Wilson
- John Kraemer
- Lyndsey Nielsen
- Steve Harris
- Claire Habel
- Mitch Bartleson
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Mon Nov 2, 2026
City Council
Council to consider site and signage plans for Prairie Meadows and Prairie Crossing
The City Council will review development plans for a horse barn and common signage. The meeting includes several infrastructure agreements and the adoption of statewide urban design standards.
- Site plan for Prairie Meadows horse barn at 8th St. SW and Prairie Meadows Drive
- Common signage plan for The Shoppes at Prairie Crossing
- Payment of $318,957.72 to Max Smith Construction, LLC for Water System Improvements 2024
- Easement acquisitions from Avenue Living U.S. Operating LP for $6,330.00, $19,110.00, and $24,240.00
- Public hearing authorization for the vacation of Hubbell Avenue frontage road right-of-way
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of October 19, 2026, and October 26, 2026, Council Minutes.
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Presentation of Life Saving Awards to Officer’s Ethan Drown, Justin Sand, and Israel Ruiz.
6.
Resolution to approve a site plan for Prairie Meadows horse barn generally located at the
northeast corner of 8th St. SW and Prairie Meadows Drive.
7.
Resolution to approve a development plan creating a common signage Plan for The Shoppes at
Prairie Crossing generally located south of the Outlets of Des Moines between Bass Pro Dr. NW
to the west and Tallgrass Pkwy NW to the east.
8.
Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
b) Pay Apps
B1)
Pay App #004 – Max Smith Construction, LLC – Water System Improvements 2024 -
$318,957.72.
c) Resolution adopting the Iowa Statewide Urban Design Standards for Public Improvements
and the Iowa Statewide Urban Standard Specifications for Public Improvements.
d) Consider approving the amendment request in the amount of $365.38 from Team Services
for Altoona Fire Station #26.
e) Consider approving a Conduit Purchase Agreement with Mediacom Iowa LLC.
f) Resolution approving Intergovernmental Transfer of Public Funds Agreement between the …
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Mon Oct 26, 2026
City Council
City Council to consider site plan for Northern Natural Gas
The City Council will review a site plan for Northern Natural Gas and discuss budget ideas. The meeting includes updates on economic development, the Capital Improvement Program (CIP), and Planning & Zoning.
- Resolution to approve a site plan for Northern Natural Gas on the east side of 1st Avenue N
- Discussion of Altoona Forward Plans
- Discussion of Economic Development Request
- Discussion of Budget Ideas
- Updates on CIP and Planning & Zoning
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✓ Decided: Council approves Northern Natural Gas site plan and Ziegler TIF rebate
The City Council approved a site plan for Northern Natural Gas and directed staff to proceed with a TIF rebate agreement for Ziegler. Council also provided feedback on the 1st Avenue corridor plan and discussed property tax law changes affecting the budget.
- Approved Northern Natural Gas site plan subject to deficiencies (4-0)
- Directed staff to move forward with Ziegler TIF rebate agreement not to exceed 11 years or $3,790,998
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL WORKSHOP
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
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1. CALL TO ORDER
2. Resolution to approve a site plan for Northern Natural Gas generally located on the east
side of 1st Avenue N between Adventureland Drive NE to the north and 9th Street NE to
the south.
3. Discuss Altoona Forward Plans
4. Discuss Economic Development Request
5. Discuss Budget Ideas
6. P & Z Updates
7. Economic Development Update
8. CIP Updates
9. Other Business
10. Adjourn
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL WORKSHOP
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Pro Tem Duer – Present, Council member -McFadden – Absent,
Dunwoody – Present, Evans –Present, Stewart – Present.
2.
Resolution to approve a site plan for Northern Natural Gas generally located on the east side of 1st
Avenue N between Adventureland Drive NE to the north and 9th Street NE to the south. Motion
to approve subject to deficiencies by Dunwoody, 2nd by Duer, Y-Evans, Y- Stewart. Motion Passed (4-0).
3. Discuss Altoona Forward Plans – John Shaw and Justin Peterson reviewed the draft from RGD for
the 1st Avenue corridor plan. Staff answered many questions for council. Council’s feedback to staff
on the draft was to make the entrance signs more basic and to remove the flame lighting with
something more classic looking. Council also asked for more examples of how an archway in Olde
Town area might look.
4. Discuss Economic Development Request – Staff reviewed with council the request from Ziegler for
TIF rebate and funding for any public improvements they might get asked to put in. After discussing
with staff, the council directed staff to move forward with a TIF rebate agreement that would not
exceed 11 years or $3,790,998. No public improvements will be asked of Ziegler to put in with this
project.
5. Discuss Budget Items – Andy Lent explained to council the estimated new property taxes that the
ci …
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Mon Oct 19, 2026
City Council
Altoona City Council to review infrastructure payments and plat approvals
The City Council will consider approving final plats for Spring Creek Ridge West and various infrastructure pay applications. The body is also discussing utility easements, conduit purchase agreements, and scheduling public hearings for urban renewal and water tower rehabilitation.
- Final Plats for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 4 and Plat 6
- Pay App for Water System Improvements 2024: $2,016,667.66
- Pay App for 34th Avenue NW Sanitary Sewer Lift Station: $587,921.85
- Professional Services Agreement with Dixon Engineering, Inc. for Olde Town Tower: $43,125.00
- Public hearing scheduling for Old Town Water Tower Rehabilitation and Expanded Altoona Urban Renewal Area
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✓ Decided: Altoona City Council approves final plats for Spring Creek Ridge West
The City Council approved final plats for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 4 and Plat 6. A consent agenda was passed including multiple infrastructure pay apps and professional service agreements.
- Approved Final Plat for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 6 (5-0)
- Approved Final Plat for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 4 (5-0)
- Approved $2,016,667.66 pay app for Story Construction Co. Water System Improvements 2024 (5-0)
- Approved $587,921.85 pay app for On Track Construction, LLC Sanitary Sewer Lift Station (5-0)
- Approved $480,027.90 pay app for DCI Group, Inc. Fire Station (5-0)
- Approved $457,325.15 pay app for All Star Concrete, LLC 33rd Street NW Extension (5-0)
- Approved $43,125.00 Professional Services Agreement with Dixon Engineering, Inc. (5-0)
- Set Nov. 16, 2026 public hearing for Old Town Water Tower Rehabilitation Project (5-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of October 5, 2026, Council Minutes
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Resolution to approve a Final Plat for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 6.
6.
Resolution to approve a Final Plat for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 4.
7.
Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
b) Pay Apps
B1)
Change Order #012 – Hansen Company – Altoona Public Works Facility - $0.00.
B2)
Pay App #17 – The Hansen Company – Public Works Facility - $377,093.08.
B3)
Pay App #1 – On Track Construction, LLC – 34th Avenue NW Sanitary Sewer Lift
Station - $587,921.85.
B4)
Pay App #17 – DCI Group, Inc. – Altoona Fire Station - $480,027.90.
B5)
Pay App #6 – All Star Concrete, LLC – 33rd Street NW Extension RISE - $457,325.15.
B6)
Pay App #009 – Story Construction Co. – Water System Improvements 2024 -
$2,016,667.66.
B7)
Pay App #6 – Price Electric - Altoona Phase 2 Fiber Deployment - $36,025.61.
B8)
Pay App #6 – Manatt’s Inc. – 42nd Street NW Reconstruction RISE - $352,614.65.
c) Resolution to approve writing off of rescue fees for bad debt accounts – collection fees
from 7-1-2026 thru’ 9-30-2026.
d) Consider approving a Conduit Purchase Agreement with Unite Private Network …
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Dunwoody - present
Evans – present
McFadden – present
Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Chad Quick, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Scott Atzen, John Dostart, John
Shaw, Dan Scott, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City Attorney Dariann
Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Online Branden Stubbs and Ron Wicker.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor Dean O’Connor requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_2_ Duer _Y_ Evans _Y_ McFadden _1_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
3.
Approval of October 5, 2026, Council Minutes
Roll Call Vote:
_2_ Duer _Y_ Evans _Y_ McFadden _1_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council. - None
5.
Resolution to approve a Final Plat for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 6.
Branden Stubbs, Stubbs Development, 1609 N Ankeny Blvd, Suite 230, Ankeny stated we have two
plats here for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 6 and Plat 4. And stated that one more plat is coming to
finish out Spring Creek West.
Councilmember Duer motioned approval subject to deficiencies being met.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _2_ McFadden _Y_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
6.
Resolution to approve a Final Plat for Spring Cree …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026
City Council
Altoona council to vote on Northern Natural Gas site plan and Magnolia parcel for Walnut Creek Church
The Altoona City Council meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers. The council will consider a site plan for Northern Natural Gas on the east side of 1st Ave N and a Plat of Survey for Parcel 2026-122 in the Magnolia development to transfer ownership to Walnut Creek Church. A consent agenda covers bills, pay applications, easements, nuisance assessments, and alcohol permits. Several items are listed only by title, such as the TEAM Services contract amendment for Altoona Fire Station #26 and the MPO 28E agreement amendments, with no dollar amounts or details in the agenda text.
- Resolution to approve a site plan for Northern Natural Gas on the east side of 1st Ave N between Adventureland Dr NE and 9th St. NE
- Plat of Survey for Parcel 2026-122 in the Magnolia development to facilitate transfer of ownership to Walnut Creek Church
- Pay App #10 – On Track Construction, LLC – SE Sanitary Sewer Extension Phase 1 – $156,281.84
- Pay App #003 – Max Smith Construction, LLC – Water System Improvements 2024 – $166,846.50
- Resolution accepting special warranty deed and easements to Adventureland Village Partners, LLC for $85,380.00
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✓ Decided: Council approves land parcel for church and various infrastructure payments
The Altoona City Council approved a plat of survey to facilitate land transfer to Walnut Creek Church. The Council also approved a consent agenda covering various infrastructure payments, public improvement acceptances, and liquor permits. Item #5 regarding a Northern Natural Gas site plan was removed from the agenda.
- Approved plat of survey for 5.70-acre parcel for Walnut Creek Church (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including bills, pay apps, and easements (5-0)
- Approved $5,040 agreement with System Works for water leakage testing (5-0)
- Approved $85,380 easement acquisition from Adventureland Village Partners (5-0)
- Approved liquor permits for Target, Kwik Star, and Texas Roadhouse (5-0)
- Removed site plan for Northern Natural Gas from agenda (5-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of September 21, 2026 and September 28, 2026, Council Minutes
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Resolution to approve a site plan for Northern Natural Gas generally located on the east side of
1st Ave N between Adventureland Dr NE to the north and 9th St. NE to the south.
6.
Resolution to approve a Plat of Survey for Parcel 2026-122 within the Magnolia development
creating a parcel to facilitate transfer of ownership to Walnut Creek Church.
7.
Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
b) Pay Apps
B1)
Change Order #2 – Synergy Contracting, LLC – 2025 Water Main Replacements
Project – ($12,835.60).
B2)
Pay App #5 – Synergy Contracting, LLC – 2025 Water Main Replacements Project -
$5,000.00.
B3)
Change Order #004 – OPUS – Sam Wise Youth Complex – ($18,988.48).
B4)
Pay App #5 – Price Electric – Altoona Phase 2 Fiber Deployment - $26,547.75.
B5)
Pay App #10 – On Track Construction, LLC – SE Sanitary Sewer Extension Phase 1 -
$156,281.84.
B6)
Pay App #003 – Max Smith Construction, LLC – Water System Improvements 2024 -
$166,846.50.
B7)
Pay App #003 FINAL – Wynn Company, LLC – Water System Improvements 2024 -
$6,972.93. …
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– absent
Duer – present
Dunwoody - present
Evans – present
McFadden – present Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Scott Atzen, John Dostart,
John Shaw, Dan Scott, Chad Quick, Kim Kietzman, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City Attorney Dariann
Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Susie Baldwin.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Councilmember Dunwoody made a motion to remove item #5 from the agenda.
Roll Call Vote:
_Y_ Duer _Y_ Evans _2_ McFadden _1_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
3.
Approval of September 21, 2026, and September 28, 2026, Council Minutes
Roll Call Vote:
_Y_ Duer _Y_ Evans _1_ McFadden _2_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council.
Susie Baldwin, 1028 2nd St. NE, Altoona – Ms. Baldwin inquired on the estimated sidewalk
completion date for Falcon Drive/1st Street E.
City Engineer John Dostart stated he would drive past the location and get back to her.
5.
Resolution to approve a site plan for Northern Natural Gas generally located on the east side of
1st Ave N between Adventureland Dr NE to the north and 9th St. NE to the south.
No Action.
6.
Resolution to approve a Plat of Survey for Parcel 2026-122 within the Magnolia development
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Mon Sep 28, 2026
City Council
Altoona Council workshop to discuss R-5 / PUD zoning changes
The Altoona City Council holds a workshop meeting on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at Altoona City Hall, with a Zoom option. The agenda lists discussion of R-5 / PUD zoning changes, marketing ideas and needs, Planning and Zoning updates, an economic development update, and CIP updates. No votes, contracts, dollar amounts, or public hearings are listed on the agenda. Items are set for discussion only; the agenda does not state any decisions to be made.
- Discussion of R-5 / PUD zoning changes
- Discussion of marketing ideas and needs
- Planning and Zoning (P & Z) updates
- Economic Development update
- CIP (Capital Improvement Program) updates
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✓ Decided: Altoona Council moves marketing in-house and reviews zoning updates
The Altoona City Council held a workshop to review housing inventory and directed staff to draft new language for R-5 and PUD zoning ordinances. Council members also decided to bring Visit Altoona and Altoona Now marketing operations in-house using existing city staff. The council received brief project updates regarding economic development and capital improvements before adjourning.
- Directed staff to draft updated language for R-5 and PUD zoning ordinances
- Decided to bring Visit Altoona and Altoona Now marketing plans in-house
- Directed staff to review a potential four-way stop on 14th Avenue
- Approved meeting adjournment (3-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL WORKSHOP
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
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1. CALL TO ORDER
2. Discuss R-5 / PUD Zoning Changes
3. Discuss Marketing Ideas / Needs
4. P & Z Updates
5. Economic Development Update
6. CIP Updates
7. Other Business
8. Adjourn
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL WORKSHOP
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER – Mayor O’Connor – Present, Council member -McFadden – Absent, Dunwoody –
Present, Evans –Present, Stewart – Absent, Duer - Present.
2.
Discuss R-5 / PUD Zoning Changes – John Shaw reviewed with the mayor and council the housing
inventory that John’s staff put together. He pointed out the different sizes of lots and discussed how to
work on getting bigger lots. John also discussed what changes the mayor and council would like to make
to the zoning ordinances. The mayor and council gave John some suggestions and asked John to start
working on some new language and bring it back for the mayor and council to review.
3. Discuss Marketing Ideas / Needs – Chad Quick informed the mayor and council that the Visit
Altoona board has decided to turn over that marketing plan to the city. The mayor and council discussed
what parts of that marketing to hang onto and what they no longer wished to do. Staff also talked about
the Altoona Now marketing plan and asked the mayor and council what changes they wanted to make.
The mayor and council decided that all that work can be brought into house and current staff would
begin to work on the two marketing plans.
4. P & Z Updates –Final Plats for Spring Creek West, Site plan for Northern Natural gas
5. Economic Development Update – The walls are going up out at the Power Center. Prairie Corne …
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Mon Sep 21, 2026
City Council
Council to discuss FY2027 Budget Amendment and various city contracts
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding the FY2027 Budget Amendment and vote on its adoption. The agenda also includes several payment applications for infrastructure projects and requests for fee waivers.
- Public hearing for FY2027 Budget Amendment
- Resolution adopting the FY2027 amended budget
- Pay App #8 for Story Construction Co. (Water Treatment Plant No. 4) - $2,678,708.54
- Pay App #16 for DCI Group, Inc. (Altoona Fire Station) - $648,688.96
- Bolton & Menk agreement for Prairie Corner traffic services
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✓ Decided: Altoona City Council approves FY2027 budget amendment and consent agenda
The Altoona City Council approved the FY2027 budget amendment following a public hearing and passed a consent agenda covering multiple pay applications and project agreements. Residents also raised concerns during public comment regarding neighborhood surveillance cameras and automated license plate readers. Additionally, the council voted on utility fee waiver requests for specific residential properties.
- Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
- Approved September 8, 2026, Council Minutes (3-0)
- Adopted the City of Altoona's amended budget for the year ending June 30, 2027 (3-0)
- Denied/did not waive irrigation fees for 616 19th Street SW (3-0)
- Denied/did not waive the water bill increase for 1526 Prairie Court (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including bill allowances, pay applications, non-profit donations, tax abatements, and project agreements (3-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of September 8, 2026, Council Minutes
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Public hearing to consider FY2027 Budget Amendment.
6.
Resolution adopting the City of Altoona’s amended budget for the year ending June 30, 2027.
7.
Consider waiving irrigation fees to match historical usage at 616 19th Street SW in the amount
of $459.05.
8.
Consider waiving the increase in water bill at 1526 Prairie Court in the amount of $700.00.
9.
Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
b) Pay Apps
B1)
Change Order #11 – Hansen Company - Altoona Public Works Facility - $0.00
B2)
Pay App #16 – Hansen Company – Public Works Facility - $655,151.97.
B3)
Change Order #1 – All Star Concrete – 33rd Street NW Extension RISE - $48,899.40
B4)
Pay App #5 – All Star Concrete - 33rd Street NW Extension RISE - $1,361,838.17.
B5)
Pay App #16 – DCI Group, Inc. – Altoona Fire Station - $648,688.96.
B6)
Pay App #8 – Story Construction Co. – Water Treatment Plant No. 4 - $2,678,708.54.
B7)
Pay App #5 – Manatt’s, Inc. – 42nd Street NW Reconstruction RISE - $482,958.05.
c) Resolution stating Public Purpose for certain FY 2027 Donations to Non-Profits.
d) Resolution approving requests …
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Dunwoody - absent
Evans – present
McFadden – absent Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Scott Atzen, John Dostart, John Shaw, Dan
Scott, Chad Quick, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City Attorney Dariann
Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Colton Locke, Jesse Stielow, Alan Miller, Rob Sonntag, Lori Draude, Ryan
Sinnwell, Katrina & Sean O’Neill, Jenny Peterson, Chad Lane, Ryan Robertson, Kristin Eidem,
Heather Sievers, Stacey Schrock, Taylor Phillips, and Carreno Coidova.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor Dean O’Connor requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _2_ Evans _A_ McFadden _A_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (3-0)
3.
Approval of September 8, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_Y_ Duer _1_ Evans _A_ McFadden _A_ Dunwoody _2_ Stewart (3-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council.
Alan Miller, 310 17th St. SE, Altoona. Mr. Miller stated he has been an active member of the
community for 21 years. He has concerns about some of the cameras in the neighborhoods. He
would like to see the city do an educational campaign about cameras. Then after the educational
campaign he wo …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026
City Council
Council to discuss rezoning, waterpark expansion, and infrastructure payments
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for 0.85 acres near 34th Ave SW. The meeting also includes site plan reviews for Adventureland and Equipment Share, as well as several large infrastructure payments.
- Rezoning 0.85 acres from C-2 to C-6 near 34th Ave SW
- Site plan for Adventureland waterslide addition in Adventure Bay Waterpark
- Sewer fee waiver requests for 1007 3rd Avenue SE ($274.08) and 1629 17th Street SE ($148.46)
- Water transmission main payment to Max Smith Construction, LLC ($981,955.99)
- Jordan Well No. 5 payment to Gingerich Well & Pump Service, LLC ($620,800.00)
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✓ Decided: Altoona council advances rezoning for Adventureland waterslide addition
The Altoona City Council approved the first, second and third readings of an ordinance rezoning about 0.85 acres from C-2 (General Commercial) to C-6 (Commercial Entertainment/Recreational) to allow a proposed waterslide addition at Adventureland's Adventure Bay Waterpark. The council also approved a site plan for that waterslide addition and re-approved a site plan for an 11,869 sq ft Equipment Share building in the northwest industrial area. Council members approved the consent agenda, including bills, pay applications and a resolution supporting a financial assistance application for Summit Products. Two residents raised questions about the Flock/Axon camera systems during the citizens request portion; no decision on cameras was recorded.
- Approved agenda as presented (4-0)
- Approved August 17, 2026 council minutes (4-0)
- Held public hearing on rezoning ~0.85 acres from C-2 to C-6 for Adventureland waterslide; no comments, hearing opened and closed at 6:46pm
- Approved 1st reading of ordinance rezoning property to C-6 (4-0)
- Approved 2nd & 3rd readings of the rezoning ordinance (4-0)
- Approved publishing the rezoning ordinance (4-0)
- Approved site plan for Adventureland waterslide addition in Adventure Bay Waterpark (4-0)
- Re-approved Equipment Share site plan for an 11,869 sq ft building, subject to deficiencies being met (4-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of August 17, 2026, Council Minutes
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Swearing in of new Officers Sidney Lederman, Megan Miller, and Jake Hedgecock for
completing the ILEA and becoming certified police officers.
6.
Public hearing to consider a rezoning of approximately 0.85 acres from C-2 (General
Commercial District) to C-6 (Commercial Entertainment/Recreational District) generally
located on the east side of 34th Ave SW between 8th St SW to the south and NE Hubbell Ave. to
the north.
7.
Ordinance amending the “Code of Ordinances” of the City of Altoona, Iowa, 2025, Chapter
165, to change the Official Zoning Map to rezone certain properties.
8.
Resolution to approve a site plan for Adventureland waterslide addition in Adventure Bay
Waterpark.
9.
Resolution to re-approve a site plan for Equipment Share.
10. Consider waiving sewer fee request from resident of 1007 3rd Avenue SE in the amount of
$274.08.
11. Consider waiving sewer fee request from resident of 1629 17th Street SE in the amount of
$148.46.
12. Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 08, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Dunwoody - present
Evans – present
McFadden – absent Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Mitch Bartleson, Jared Ogbourne, Scott Atzen, John
Dostart, John Shaw, Dan Scott, Chad Quick, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City Attorney
Dariann Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Chad Lane, Todd Rector, Marcus Miller, Cathy Miller, Jenny Peterson, Rob
Peterson and Jonathan Marshall.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor Dean O’Connor requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_2_ Duer _Y_ Evans _A_ McFadden _1_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
3.
Approval of August 17, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _A_ McFadden _2_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council.
John Marshall, 1536 Tuscany Drive SE, Altoona stated he came to talk about concerns regarding the
flock camera system. He does understand the benefits but does not feel that the benefits outweigh
the rights of those impacted by it.
Jenny Peterson, 1137 9th Street SE, Altoona stated she has been an Altoona resident for nearly 30
yrs. She has questions regarding Axon Camera’s installation in three locat …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026
City Council
Council to discuss land use changes and approve multi-million dollar project payments
The Altoona City Council will consider land use and rezoning requests for 208 1st Ave S. and updates to several chapters of the Code of Ordinances. The meeting also includes the approval of several construction progress payments and final plats for Spring Creek Ridge West.
- Land use and rezoning for 208 1st Ave S. from Light Industrial/Office to Mixed Use and C-4 Village Commercial
- Pay App #3: $1,754,891.02 for Water Treatment Plant No. 4
- Pay App #4: $1,618,890.88 for Altoona Public Works
- Pay App #15: $756,927.28 for Altoona Fire Station
- Pay App #4: $1,260,424.80 for 33rd Street NW Extension RISE
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✓ Decided: Council approves land use change and rezoning for 208 1st Ave S to mixed use
The Altoona City Council approved a comprehensive plan land use amendment and rezoning of 0.374 acres at 208 1st Ave S from M-1 (Limited Industrial) to C-4 (Village Commercial), allowing a proposed dance studio. The council also approved final plats for Spring Creek Ridge West Plats 5 and 7, and adopted several code amendments including removing radon testing requirements and allowing emergency sump pump discharge. All votes were 4-0 with Councilmember McFadden absent.
- Approved comprehensive plan land use amendment for 208 1st Ave S from Light Industrial/Office to Mixed Use (4-0)
- Approved rezoning of 0.374 acres at 208 1st Ave S from M-1 to C-4 (4-0)
- Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 165 zoning map (4-0)
- Adopted code amendments to Chapters 155, 161, 157, and 162 (4-0)
- Approved final plat for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 5 (20 lots, 1 outlot) (4-0)
- Approved final plat for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 7 (16 lots) (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including pay apps totaling over $5.8 million (4-0)
- Set public hearings for FY2027 budget amendment and rezoning of 0.85 acres on 34th Ave SW
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of August 3, 2026, Council Minutes.
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Public hearing to consider an amendment to the land use map within the comprehensive plan
modifying the recommended land use at 208 1st Ave S. from Light Industrial/Office to Mixed
Use.
6.
Resolution to approve a Comprehensive Plan Land Use Amendment for Property at 208 1st
Avenue South.
7.
Public hearing to consider a rezoning of approximately 0.374 acres from M-1 (Limited
Industrial) to C-4 (Village Commercial) located at 208 1st Ave S.
8.
Ordinance amending the “Code of Ordinances” of the City of Altoona, Iowa, 2025, Chapter
165, to change the Official Zoning Map to rezone certain properties.
9.
Public hearing to approve revisions/updates that include Chapters 155, 161, 157, and 162.
10. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Altoona, Iowa, 2025 by
amending/updating paragraphs in Chapter 155 and Chapter 161.
11. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Altoona, Iowa, 2025 by
amending/updating paragraphs in Chapter 157.
12. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Altoona, Iowa, 2025 by
amending/updating paragraphs in Chapter 162.
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Dunwoody - present
Evans – present
McFadden – absent Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Scott Atzen, John Dostart,
John Shaw, Dan Scott, Chad Quick, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City
Attorney Dariann Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy and Joe Shepherd.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor Dean O’Connor requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_2_ Duer _Y_ Evans _A_ McFadden _1_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
3.
Approval of August 3, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _2_ Evans _A_ McFadden _Y_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council – None.
5.
Public hearing to consider an amendment to the land use map within the comprehensive plan
modifying the recommended land use at 208 1st Ave S. from Light Industrial/Office to Mixed
Use.
Community Development Director John Shaw stated this resolution is to approve an amendment to
our land use map of our comprehensive plan to update the recommended land use from Light
Industrial/Office to Mixed Use for the property located at 208 1st Ave S. The property is currently
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Mon Aug 3, 2026
City Council
Council to discuss $7.15 million bond issuance and various development projects
The Altoona City Council will consider a $7,150,000 loan agreement for Urban Renewal Bonds. The meeting also includes approvals for several site plans, platting for a Genesis dealership, and multiple infrastructure payment applications.
- Issuance of $7,150,000 in General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series 2026E
- Site plan and plat approvals for Gurley Leep Honda/Genesis Dealership
- Pay App for Jordan Well No. 5: $2,747,880.99
- Pay App for Water System Improvements 2024: $1,733,425.89
- Application for federal STBG funding for 8th St. SW reconstruction
bondszoninginfrastructuredevelopmentutilitiesfinance
✓ Decided: Council approves $7.15M bond for FY27 capital projects
The council approved a $7.15 million general obligation urban renewal bond to fund FY27 capital improvement projects. It also approved a site plan amendment for Robinson Industrial, conditional on a variance for generator screening, and approved preliminary and final plats and a site plan for a new Genesis dealership. The consent agenda, including pay applications, easement acceptances, and public hearing dates, was approved unanimously.
- Approved $7,150,000 General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series 2026E (3-0)
- Approved site plan amendment for Robinson Altoona NW Industrial, conditional on Board of Adjustment variance (3-0)
- Approved preliminary plat for Gurley Leep Honda Plat 2 (Genesis Dealership) (3-0)
- Approved final plat for Gurley Leep Honda Plat 2 (Genesis Dealership) (3-0)
- Approved site plan for Gurley Leep Genesis (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda including pay apps, easements, and public hearing dates (3-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of July 20, 2026, and July 27, 2026 Council Minutes
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Resolution authorizing and approving a Loan Agreement, providing for issuance of $7,150,000
General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series 2026E and providing for the levy of taxes to
pay the same.
6. Resolution to approve a Site Plan Amendment for Robinson Altoona NW Industrial.
7.
Resolution to approve a Preliminary Plat for Gurley Leep Honda Plat 2 (Genesis Dealership).
8.
Resolution to approve a Final Plat for Gurley Leep Honda Plat 2 (Genesis Dealership).
9. Resolution to approve a Site Plan for Gurley Leep Genesis.
10. Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
b) Pay Apps
B1)
Change Order #009 – Hansen Company – Altoona Public Works Facility - $0.00
B2)
Change Order #010 – Hansen Company – Altoona Public Works Facility - $0.00
B3)
Pay App #2 – Gingerich Well & Pump Service, LLC – Jordan Well No. 5 -
$2,747,880.99.
B4)
Pay App #001 – Max Smith Construction, LLC – Water System Improvements 2024 -
$1,733,425.89.
B5)
Pay App #3 – Jasper Construction – Townsend Park Watershed Improvements – Phase
2 - $22,721.25.
B6)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, AUGUST 03, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Dunwoody - absent
Evans – present
McFadden – absent
Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Scott Atzen, John Dostart,
John Shaw, Chad Quick, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City Attorney
Dariann Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy, Katy Woodward, Taylor Phillips-Careno-Cordova, Lorena Wasion,
and Brent Culp.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor Dean O’Connor requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _2_ Evans _A_ McFadden _A_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (3-0)
3.
Approval of July 20, 2026, and July 27, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_2_ Duer _1_ Evans _A_ McFadden _A_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (3-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council. - None
5.
Resolution authorizing and approving a Loan Agreement, providing for issuance of $7,150,000
General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series 2026E and providing for the levy of taxes to
pay the same.
Finance Director Andy Lent stated this resolution approves the loan agreement for the Series 2026E
Urban Renewal Bond Note of $7,150,000 to fund the FY27 CIP projects.
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Mon Jul 27, 2026
City Council
Altoona City Council workshop to discuss building codes and zoning
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss potential changes to radon and other building codes. The meeting also includes discussions regarding R-5 and PUD zoning, planning and zoning updates, economic development, and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) updates.
- Discussion of radon and building code changes
- Discussion of R-5 and PUD zoning
- Planning and Zoning updates
- Economic Development update
- Capital Improvement Program (CIP) updates
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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to draft radon building code ordinance changes
The council held a workshop and directed staff to move forward with ordinance changes to align radon inspections with new state law. They also discussed concerns about R-5/PUD zoning, received updates on planning and economic development items, and set up future meetings on Visit Altoona and data centers. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only vote was to adjourn (5-0).
- Directed staff to draft ordinance changes for radon inspections (consensus)
- Agreed to have staff compile housing inventory and possible PUD changes (discussion)
- Received updates on P&Z items: Robinson site plan, car dealership plat, Jetco rezone (no action)
- Noted Red Anchor opening, new laundromat, health spa, and façade grant (no action)
- Agreed to have Big Steer sign easement papers and apply for STBG grant for 8th St. (no action)
- Set up meeting to discuss Visit Altoona and talking points on data centers (no action)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL WORKSHOP
MONDAY, JULY 27, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
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1. CALL TO ORDER
2. Discuss Changes to Radon & Other Building Codes
3. Discuss R-5 / PUD Zoning
4. P & Z Updates
5. Economic Development Update
6. CIP Updates
7. Other Business
8. Adjourn
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL WORKSHOP
MONDAY, JULY 27, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER – Mayor O’Connor – Present, Council member -McFadden – Present, Dunwoody –
Present, Evans –Present, Stewart – Present, Duer - Present.
2.
Discuss Changes to Radon & Other Building Codes –Staff reviewed the changes to state law and
explained how he would like to handle the radon inspections moving forward. Mayor and council agreed
and asked staff to move forward by making the ordinance changes.
3. Discuss R-5 / PUD Zoning – John Shaw gave a brief history of PUD’s and the flexibility it gives to
the developer. Mayor and council have some concerns about the size and quality of houses being built.
Staff will put together our housing inventory and then some possible changes to add to the PUD’s.
4. P & Z Updates –Robinson site plan amendment, car dealership preliminary plat, rezone for Jetco
property.
5. Economic Development Update – Red Anchor opening soon, new laundromat, new health spa,
façade grant for the old Borseth law office
6. CIP Updates –Big Steer to sign easement papers, applying for STBG grant for 8th St.
7. Other Business – Staff to set up meeting to discuss Visit Altoona and staff to put some talking points
together about data centers to share with our citizens
8. Adjourn – 1st – Duer, 2nd – Dunwoody, Y-Stewart, Y- Evans, Y-McFadden (5-0). Time: 7:15pm
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Mon Jul 20, 2026
City Council
Council discusses revitalization plans and Adventureland Drive utility projects
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the Urban Revitalization Area and the Adventureland Drive Joint Utility Trench project. The meeting also includes the swearing in of a new Sergeant and the approval of various construction payments and easements.
- Public hearing on Altoona Urban Revitalization Area amendment
- Public hearing and contract approval for Adventureland Drive Joint Utility Trench project
- Awarding of General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series 2026E
- Payment of $1,369,563.55 to Story Construction Co. for Water Treatment Plant No. 4
- Payment of $935,056.78 to DCI Group, Inc. for Altoona Fire Station
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✓ Decided: Council approves $7.15M urban renewal bonds, Adventureland Drive utility trench contract
The Altoona City Council approved a $7.15 million general obligation urban renewal bond issue (Series 2026E) with TD Financial Products as low bidder at 3.27%. It also approved plans, contract, and award for the Adventureland Drive Joint Utility Trench project to Van Mannen Electric for $246,912.33, subject to legal review. The council amended the Urban Revitalization Plan to suspend new tax exemption applications, with deadlines for plats and rehabilitation applications. All votes were 5-0.
- Approved $7.15M GO Urban Renewal Bonds Series 2026E (5-0)
- Approved Adventureland Drive Joint Utility Trench contract to Van Mannen Electric for $246,912.33 (5-0)
- Approved plans, specs, and cost estimate for Adventureland Drive JUT project (5-0)
- Amended Urban Revitalization Plan to suspend new tax exemption applications (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including pay apps totaling over $5.7M (5-0)
- Swore in Officer Roger Drown as Sergeant
- Presented Medal of Valor to Officer Ruiz
- Proclaimed August 4 as National Night Out
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of July 6, 2026, Council Minutes
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Swearing in Officer Roger Drown as a Sergeant.
6.
Presentation of the Medal of Valor awarded to Officer Ruiz.
7.
Proclamation for Altoona National Night Out – August 4, 2026.
8.
Public Hearing on Proposed Amendment to the Altoona Urban Revitalization Area.
9.
Resolution approving Amendment the Urban Revitalization Plan for the Altoona Urban
Revitalization Area.
10. Public Hearing to consider plans, specifications, and form of contract for Adventureland Drive
Joint Utility Trench project.
11. Resolution to approve the plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated costs for
Adventureland Drive Joint Utility Trench project.
12. Resolution to approve the contract and bond for Adventureland Drive Joint Utility Trench
project.
13. Resolution making award of the contract for Adventureland Drive Joint Utility Trench project.
14. Resolution Awarding General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series 2026E.
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Dunwoody - present
Evans – present
McFadden – present
Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Dan Scott, Scott Atzen,
John Dostart, John Shaw, Chad Quick, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City
Attorney Dan Manning.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy, Belinda Rinehart and Matt Stoffel.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor Dean O’Connor requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _2_ McFadden _Y_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
3.
Approval of July 6, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _2_ McFadden _Y_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council. - None
5.
Swearing in Officer Roger Drown as a Sergeant.
Mayor O’Connor swore in Sergeant Drown.
6.
Presentation of the Medal of Valor awarded to Officer Ruiz.
Mayor O’Connor with assistance from Chief Stallman, presented the Medal of Valor.
7.
Proclamation for Altoona National Night Out – August 4, 2026.
Mayor O’Connor proclaimed Tuesday, August 4th as National Night Out in Altoona, Iowa.
8.
Public Hearing on Proposed Amendment to the Altoona Urban Revitalization Area.
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Mon Jul 6, 2026
City Council
Council to consider $46.6 million in water revenue bonds and utility projects
The Altoona City Council will discuss several major infrastructure items, including the issuance of $46,600,000.00 in Water Revenue Bonds. The agenda also includes payments for water system improvements, fiber deployment, and sewer extensions.
- $46,600,000.00 Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2026D
- $1,336,847.25 payment for Water System Improvements 2024
- $1,272,457.64 payment for Water System Improvements 2024
- $18,750 proposal for Altoona Fire Station Headquarters improvements
- Public hearing for Adventureland Drive Joint Utility Trench project
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✓ Decided: Council approves $46.6M water revenue bonds for treatment plant
The Altoona City Council approved a resolution authorizing $46.6 million in water revenue bonds for the construction of Water Treatment Plant #4, funded through a State Revolving Loan. The council also set a July 20 bond sale date for GO Urban Renewal Series 2026E bonds, approved sewer fee forgiveness for a resident, and passed the consent agenda. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except for the agenda and minutes approvals, which were 4-0 due to the mayor's absence.
- Approved $46.6M Water Revenue Bonds for Water Treatment Plant #4 (5-0)
- Set July 20, 2026, for GO Urban Renewal Series 2026E bond sale (5-0)
- Approved sewer fee forgiveness of $137.04 for 3995 NE Casebeer Dr. (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including pay apps, change order, and permits (5-0)
- Approved agenda and June 15/22 minutes (4-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JULY 6, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of June 15, 2026, and June 22, 2026, Council Minutes.
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Resolution setting the date for the sale of General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series
2026E and authorizing the use of a preliminary official statement in connection therewith.
6.
Resolution authorizing and approving a Loan and Disbursement Agreement and providing for
the issuance and securing the payment of $46,600,000.00 Water Revenue Bonds, Series
2026D.
7.
Consider request from resident at 3995 NE Casebeer Dr. for sewer fee forgiveness in the
amount of $137.04.
8.
Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
b) Pay Apps
B1)
Change Order #1 – On Track Construction, LLC – SE Sanitary Sewer Extension Phase
1 – ($28,069.21).
B2)
Pay App #9 – On Track Construction, LLC – SE Sanitary Sewer Extension Phase 1 -
$108,587.56.
B3)
Pay App #2 – Price Electric – Altoona Phase 2 Fiber Deployment - $51,676.20.
B4)
Pay App #3 – Price Electric – Altoona Phase 2 Fiber Deployment - $39,075.78.
B5)
Pay App #4 – Story Construction Co. – Water System Improvements 2024 -
$1,336,847.25.
B6)
Pay App #002 – Wynn Company, LLC – Water System Improvements 2024 …
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JULY 06, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– absent
Duer – present
Dunwoody - present
Evans – present
McFadden – present @ 6:31 Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Tony Chambers, Scott Atzen, John Dostart, John Shaw, Dan
Scott, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City Attorney Dariann Garrison-
Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy, Joe Shepherd, and David Cusic.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor Pro Tem Scott Duer requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_Y_ Duer _2_ Evans _A_ McFadden _1_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
3.
Approval of June 15, 2026, and June 22, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_Y_ Duer _1_ Evans _A_ McFadden _2_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council. - None
5.
Resolution setting the date for the sale of General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series
2026E and authorizing the use of a preliminary official statement in connection therewith.
City Administrator Randy Pierce stated this resolution sets the date for the sale of the GO Urban
Renewal Series 2026E Bonds for Monday, July 20th at 10:00am. The resolution also authorizes the
use of the preliminary official statement for the bond sale.
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Mon Jun 15, 2026
City Council
Council to discuss 33rd Street NW Extension and various infrastructure payments
The City Council will consider resolutions regarding the 33rd Street NW Extension Project, including preliminary plans and a resolution of necessity. The agenda also includes several payment applications for city construction projects and utility easement approvals.
- Resolutions for 33rd Street NW Extension Project plans and necessity
- Approval of Brook Ridge Plat 6 Final Plat
- Payment application for Altoona Public Works Facility: $1,705,888.34
- Funding agreement with Iowa DOT for Adventureland Drive: $350,000
- Change order for Fire Station No. 26: $27,761.22
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✓ Decided: Council approves 33rd Street NW extension project resolutions
The Altoona City Council approved three resolutions for the 33rd Street NW Extension Project, including a preliminary resolution, plans and specifications, and a resolution of necessity, all by 5-0 votes. The council also approved a final plat for Brook Ridge Plat 6, creating 37 single-family lots on 9.9 acres, and passed the consent agenda, which included various pay applications, change orders, easements, and agreements. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved preliminary resolution for 33rd Street NW Extension Project (5-0)
- Adopted preliminary plans, specifications, and cost estimate for 33rd Street NW Extension (5-0)
- Passed resolution of necessity for 33rd Street NW Extension (5-0)
- Approved final plat for Brook Ridge Plat 6, 37 single-family lots on 9.9 acres (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including pay apps, change orders, and easements (5-0)
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
- Approved June 1, 2026 council minutes (4-0-1, Dunwoody abstained)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of June 1, 2026, Council Minutes
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Councilmember Dunwoody presentation to the City of Altoona.
6.
Presentation of swearing in of K9 Ricco and handler Officer McVey.
7.
Presentation by Tiffany Tauscheck and Stacie LoVan with the Greater Des Moines Partnership.
8.
Preliminary Resolution Pursuant to Section 384.42 of the Iowa Code Covering the 33rd Street
NW Extension Project.
9.
Resolution Approving and Adopting Preliminary Plans and Specifications, Estimate of Cost and
Plat and Schedule (33rd Street NW Extension Project).
10. Resolution of Necessity (33rd Street NW Extension Project).
11. Resolution to approve a Final Plat for Brook Ridge Plat 6.
12. Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
b) Pay Apps
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Dunwoody - present
Evans – present
McFadden – present Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Scott Atzen, John Dostart,
John Shaw, Dan Scott, Chad Quick, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City
Attorney Dariann Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy, Kari Aalbers, Mike Boeke, Kristin Dunwoody, Chelsey Olson,
Tiffany Tauscheck, Stacie LoVan, and Brian Ohoriko.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor Dean O’Connor requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _2_ McFadden _Y_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
3.
Approval of June 1, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _2_ McFadden _Abstain_ Dunwoody _Y_ Stewart (4-0-1)
4.
Citizens request to address council.
Kari Aalbers, 446 31st Ave SW, Altoona discussed e-bikes and hopes the City of Altoona would begin
looking at an ordinance.
Mayor Dean O’Connor stated that the city is working on language and hoping the State will step in
soon and offer some guidance.
Ms. Aalbers also asked about traffic signs and speeds on 8th Street SW by Prairie Meadows, 31st
Avenue SW and 34th Avenue SW. …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026
City Council
Altoona Council to consider urban renewal loan and site plan for Dayton Freight
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposal for a General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreement. The council will also review a site plan for Dayton Freight at 1120 Adventureland Dr. NE and approve various construction payments.
- Public Hearing on General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreement proposal
- Site plan approval for Dayton Freight at 1120 Adventureland Dr. NE
- $738,106.89 payment to Story Construction Co. for Water Treatment Plant No. 4
- $974,564.60 payment to DCI Group Inc. for Altoona Fire Station
- Approval of 2025 Special Census Population Count
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✓ Decided: Council approves $7.5M urban renewal bond issuance
The council approved a resolution to proceed with issuing $7.5 million in urban renewal general obligation bonds for FY27 CIP projects, following a public hearing with no comments. They also approved a site plan for Dayton Freight's parking expansion at 1120 Adventureland Dr. NE, subject to deficiencies. The consent agenda was approved, including pay applications for the water treatment plant and fire station, and various permits.
- Approved resolution for $7.5M urban renewal GO bond issuance (4-0)
- Approved Dayton Freight site plan at 1120 Adventureland Dr. NE, subject to deficiencies (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including pay apps: $738,106.89 (Water Treatment Plant #4) and $974,564.60 (Fire Station) (4-0)
- Approved agenda and minutes of May 18, 2026 (4-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of May 18, 2026, Council Minutes
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Brad Robbins with Iowa Rural Water Association (IRWA) presenting a scholarship award to
Madison Oppelt.
6.
Public Hearing on proposal to enter into a General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreement.
7.
Resolution taking additional action on proposal to enter into a General Obligation Urban
Renewal Loan Agreement.
8.
Resolution to approve a site plan for Dayton Freight located at 1120 Adventureland Dr. NE.
9.
Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
b) Pay Apps
B1)
Pay App #4 – Story Construction Co. – Water Treatment Plant No. 4 - $738,106.89.
B2)
Pay App #12 – DCI Group Inc. – Altoona Fire Station - $974,564.60.
c) Consider approving Prairie Heritage Civic Center Plaza Pond Improvements Supplement to
Construction Services – Supplement 2.
d) Consider approving the Waste Hauler Permits.
e) Consider Approving the Cigarette/Tobacco Permits.
f) Resolution approving the Population Count for the 2025 Special Census.
g) Resolution to Approve Year-End Fund Transfers.
h) Consider Event Request - Adventureland Fireworks Display July 4, 2026 – RD July 5, 2026.
i) Beer and Liquor Permits
1)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Evans – present
McFadden – absent Mertz – present
Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Scott Atzen, John Dostart,
John Shaw, Dan Scott, Chad Quick, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City
Attorney Dariann Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy, Shawntel Cooney, Cindy & Brad Robbins, Heather Sievers, Jim
Oppelt, Karen Oppelt and Madison Oppelt.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor O’Connor requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _A_ McFadden _2_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
3.
Approval of May 18, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_2_ Duer _1_ Evans _A_ McFadden _Y_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council.
Shawntel Cooney, 365 NE 77th CT, Pleasant Hill, IA announced the 4th of July parade for 2026. She
also wanted to extend the Grand Marshal for the 2026 Parade to Mayor Dean O’Connor.
5.
Brad Robbins with Iowa Rural Water Association (IRWA) presenting a scholarship award to
Madison Oppelt.
Brad Robbins with Iowa Rural Water presented Madison Oppelt with a $2500 scholarship.
6.
Public Hearing on pr …
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Mon May 18, 2026
City Council
Altoona Council to discuss budget amendments and $12 million in water revenue bonds
The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt a budget amendment for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The meeting also includes resolutions for issuing over $12 million in water revenue bonds and setting new residential garbage and recycling rates.
- Public hearing for adopting the amended budget for the year ending June 30, 2026
- $6,000,000 Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2026B
- $6,050,000 Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2026C
- Resolution to set residential recycling and garbage collection rates effective July 1, 2026
- Pay App #12 for Altoona Public Works Facility: $2,224,273.74
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✓ Decided: Council approves $12M in water revenue bonds for Well #5 and raw water main
The Altoona City Council approved two resolutions authorizing $6,000,000 and $6,050,000 in water revenue bonds for the construction of Well #5 and the raw water main to Water Treatment Plant #4, both via State Revolving Loans. The council also adopted the amended FY26 budget and approved the consent agenda, which included multiple pay applications and rate resolutions. All votes were 4-0 with Councilmember Mertz absent.
- Adopted amended FY26 budget (4-0)
- Authorized $6,000,000 Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2026B for Well #5 (4-0)
- Authorized $6,050,000 Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2026C for raw water main (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including pay apps and rate resolutions (4-0)
- Approved agenda and May 4, 2026 minutes (4-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MAY 18, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of May 4, 2026, Council Minutes
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Presentation from Dakota Business Finance with Jason Forbes, DBF Vice President & Loan
Officer to present a check to AEDC.
6.
Recognize the Class of the 2026 Citizen Academy.
7.
Proclamation for EMS Week – May 17-23, 2026.
8.
Public Hearing for adopting budget amendment for June 30, 2026.
9.
Resolution adopting the City of Altoona’s Amended Budget for the Year Ending June 30, 2026.
10. Resolution authorizing and approving a Loan and Disbursement Agreement and providing for
the issuance and securing the payment of $6,000,000 Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2026B.
11. Resolution authorizing and approving a Loan and Disbursement Agreement and providing for
the issuance and securing the payment of $6,050,000 Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2026C.
12. Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
b) Pay Apps
B1)
Change Order #008 – The Hansen Company – Altoona Public Works Facility - $0.00.
B2)
Pay App #12 – The Hansen Company – Altoona Public Works Facility-$2,224,273.74.
B3)
Change Order #3 – Sternquist Construction – 9th Street NE Reconstruction Project-
Phase 2B Rise - $8,175.00.
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MAY 18, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Evans – present
McFadden – present Mertz – absent
Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Dan Scott, Scott Atzen, John
Dostart, John Shaw, Chad Quick, Kim Kietzman, Andy Lent, Jeff Bierl, and City Attorney Dariann
Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy, Chris Brandt, David Arterburn, Bev Sells, Joshua Freeman,
Stephanie Izer, Kaitlin Woodward, Amanda Winkel, Andrew Frana, and Kayla Holt.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor O’Connor requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _2_ McFadden _A_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
3.
Approval of May 4, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _2_ McFadden _A_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council. - None
5.
Presentation from Dakota Business Finance with Jason Forbes, DBF Vice President & Loan
Officer to present a check to AEDC.
Jason Forbes, Dakota Business Finance presented Mayor O’Connor with a check for $10,000.00.
6.
Recognize the Class of the 2026 Citizen Academy.
Mayor O’Connor recognized the 2026 Citizen Academy class.
7.
Proclamation for EMS Week – May 17-23, 2026.
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Mon May 4, 2026
City Council
Council to discuss infrastructure agreements and public works payments
The Altoona City Council will consider several development and infrastructure agreements, including contracts with Marco Properties, LLC and I-80 Business II, LLC. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding an electrical easement and a payment application for the Altoona Public Works Facility.
- Public hearing for Mid-American Energy electrical easement at 567 31st Avenue SW
- Economic Development and Infrastructure Agreement with Marco Properties, LLC
- Sewer infrastructure agreement with I-80 Business II, LLC
- Pay App #11 for Altoona Public Works Facility: $1,285,306.78
- Sewer fee forgiveness request for 1021 9th Avenue NW: $468.22
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✓ Decided: Council approves Stonebridge PUD plan and plat amendments
The Altoona City Council approved amendments to the Stonebridge PUD development plan and preliminary plat, reducing stream crossings from 3 to 2 due to reclassification of a waterway. The council also approved sewer infrastructure agreements with Marco Properties and I-Business II, LLC, and granted sewer fee forgiveness of $468.22 to a resident.
- Approved Stonebridge PUD development plan amendment reducing stream crossings from 3 to 2 (5-0)
- Approved Stonebridge Preliminary Plat amendment (5-0)
- Approved Economic Development and Infrastructure Agreement with Marco Properties, LLC for sewer extension (5-0)
- Approved Petition, Contract, and Waiver agreement with I-Business II, LLC for sewer infrastructure (5-0)
- Approved sewer fee forgiveness of $468.22 for resident at 1021 9th Avenue NW (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including pay app #11 of $1,285,306.78 for Public Works Facility (5-0)
- Approved sale of City Property Lot 33 in Wayside Acres (5-0)
- Approved electrical easement to Mid-American Energy at 567 31st Avenue SW (5-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MAY 4, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of April 20, 2026, and April 27, 2026, Council Minutes.
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Proclamation for National Police Week – May 11-16, 2026.
6.
Public Hearing to consider granting an Electrical Easement to Mid-American Energy at 567 31st
Avenue SW in Wayside Acres (Altoona).
7.
Resolution authorizing the Sale of City Property – Lot 33 in Wayside Acres.
8.
Resolution to approve an amendment to the Development Plan for the Stonebridge PUD.
9.
Resolution to approve an amendment to the Stonebridge Preliminary Plat.
10. Consider approving Economic Development and Infrastructure Agreement with Marco
Properties, LLC.
11. Consider approving Petition, Contract and Waiver agreement with I-80 Business II, LLC for
sewer infrastructure.
12. Consider request from resident at 1021 9th Avenue NW for sewer fee forgiveness in the
amount of $468.22.
13. Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
b) Pay Apps
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MAY 04, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– absent
Duer – present
Evans – present
McFadden – present Mertz – present
Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Tony Chambers, Jared Ogbourne, Scott Atzen, John Dostart,
John Shaw, Dan Scott, Chad Quick, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City
Attorney Dariann Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy, Chelsey Olson, Mackenzie Foster, and Heather Sievers.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor Pro Tem Duer requested to add 13 (i4) – Event Request from Prairie Meadows subject to
State of Iowa approval to the agenda for approval.
Roll Call Vote:
_Y_ Duer _2_ Evans _Y_ McFadden _1_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
3.
Approval of April 20, 2026, and April 27, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_Y_ Duer _2_ Evans _Y_ McFadden _1_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council – None.
5.
Proclamation for National Police Week – May 11-16, 2026.
Mayor Pro Tem Duer proclaimed National Police Week May 11-16, 2026.
6.
Public Hearing to consider granting an Electrical Easement to Mid-American Energy at 567 31st
Avenue SW in Wayside Acres (Altoona).
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Mon Apr 20, 2026
City Council
Council to adopt FY2027 annual budget and Townsend Watershed improvements
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the FY2027 annual budget with a tax rate of 10.75097. The council will also consider contracts and plans for the Townsend Watershed Improvements Phase 3. Additionally, the meeting includes several payment approvals for local infrastructure projects.
- Adoption of FY2027 Annual Budget (Tax Rate 10.75097)
- Townsend Watershed Improvements Phase 3 contract and bond approval
- $470,850.12 payment to DCI Group Inc. for Altoona Fire Station
- $111,036.50 payment to OPUS for Sam Wise Youth Complex
- Public hearing for electrical easement at 567 31st Avenue SW
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✓ Decided: Altoona City Council adopts FY2027 budget and awards watershed project contract
The Altoona City Council approved the FY2027 annual budget with a tax rate of $10.75097 per $1,000 of taxable valuation. The council also awarded the Townsend Watershed Improvements Phase 3 contract to Iowa Earth Works for $1,387,550 and approved various consent agenda items, including pay applications and public hearings.
- Approved agenda as presented (4-0)
- Approved April 6, 2026, budget and council minutes (4-0)
- Approved plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated costs for Townsend Watershed Improvements Phase 3 subject to attorney's review (4-0)
- Approved contract and bond for Townsend Watershed Improvements Phase 3 subject to attorney's review (4-0)
- Awarded contract for Townsend Watershed Improvements Phase 3 to Iowa Earth Works for $1,387,550 subject to attorney's review (4-0)
- Adopted City of Altoona's FY2027 annual budget with a tax rate of $10.75097 (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including bills, pay applications, public hearing settings, easements, event requests, and liquor licenses (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:00 pm (4-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of April 6, 2026, Budget Minutes and April 6, 2026, Council Minutes.
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Presentation of Life Saving Awards to Officer Hulen and Officer Smith.
6.
Presentation and swearing in of Sergeants Justin Edwards and Tyler Palmer.
7.
Public Hearing to consider plans, specifications, and form of contract for Townsend Watershed
Improvements Phase 3.
8.
Resolution to approve the plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated costs for
Townsend Watershed Improvements Phase 3.
9.
Resolution to approve the contract and bond for Townsend Watershed Improvements Phase 3.
10. Resolution making award of the contract for Townsend Watershed Improvements Phase 3.
11. Public Hearing for adopting The City of Altoona’s FY2027 Annual Budget for the year ending
June 30, 2027 (Tax Rate 10.75097)
12. Resolution adopting The City of Altoona’s Annual Budget for the year ending June 30, 2027,
(Tax Rate 10.75097).
13. Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
b) Pay Apps
B1)
Pay App #11 – DCI Group Inc. – Altoona Fire Station - $470,850.12.
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Evans – present
McFadden – absent Mertz – present
Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Dan Scott, Scott Atzen, John
Dostart, John Shaw, Chad Quick, Andy Lent, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, and City Attorney Dariann
Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy, Barb Hulen, Kim Kennedy, Jerry Baker, Olivia Kennedy, Rhylee
Kennedy, Joe Shepherd, and Herb Phillips.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor O’Connor requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _2_ Evans _A_ McFadden _Y_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
3.
Approval of April 6, 2026, Budget Minutes and April 6, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_Y_ Duer _2_ Evans _A_ McFadden _1_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council. - None
5.
Presentation of Life Saving Awards to Officer Hulen and Officer Smith.
Mayor O’Connor with assistance from Chief Stallman, presented the Life Savings Awards.
6.
Presentation and swearing in of Sergeants Justin Edwards and Tyler Palmer.
Mayor O’Connor with assistance from Chief Stallman swore in Sergeants Edwards & Palmer.
7.
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Mon Apr 6, 2026
City Council
Altoona Council discusses water improvements and upcoming budget hearing
The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including water system improvements and an access management plan for US 6/Hubbell Ave. The meeting also includes discussions on plat approvals for Spring Creek Ridge North and scheduling public hearings for the FY2027 budget.
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Iowa DOT for US 6/Hubbell Ave access management
- Pay App #10 for Altoona Public Works Facility totaling $1,587,700.05
- Preliminary and Final Plat approvals for Spring Creek Ridge North
- Sewage forgiveness request for 233 35th Street SW in the amount of $559.58
- Public hearing scheduling for FY2027 Annual Budget and Townsend Watershed Improvements
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✓ Decided: Altoona council approves US 6 access plan, $462,800 engineering fee, and Spring Creek plats
The Altoona City Council approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Iowa DOT for access management on US 6/Hubbell Ave between US 65 and I-80, which requires closing the right-in/right-out driveway leading to Tinker Tooling. The council also approved a $462,800 McClure Engineering task order amendment for water system construction services, and approved preliminary and final plats for Spring Creek Ridge North Plat 2 and Plat 4, both subject to deficiencies being met. A resident's request for $559.58 in sewage fee forgiveness was approved, and the consent agenda passed, including a $1,587,700.05 pay application to The Hansen Company and a contract amendment with Story Construction. All votes recorded were 5-0.
- Approved intergovernmental agreement with Iowa DOT for US 6/Hubbell Ave access management, requiring closure of the Tinker Tooling driveway (5-0)
- Approved McClure Engineering Task Order Amendment No. 002 for $462,800 for water system construction services (5-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat for Spring Creek Ridge North Plat 2, subject to deficiencies being met (5-0)
- Approved Final Plat for Spring Creek Ridge North Plat 4, subject to deficiencies being met (5-0)
- Approved $559.58 sewage fee forgiveness for resident at 233 35th Street SW (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $1,587,700.05 pay application to The Hansen Company and Story Construction contract amendment (5-0)
- Set public hearings for April 20, 2026 on Townsend Watershed Improvements Phase 3 and FY2027 Annual Budget (5-0)
- Approved agenda amendment changing item 10G from McClure Engineering Co. to Story Construction (5-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of March 16, 2026, and March 23, 2026, Council Minutes
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Resolution to approve an Intergovernmental Agreement between The City of Altoona and The
State of Iowa, Department of Transportation regarding the access management plan for US
6/Hubbell Ave in Altoona between US 65 and I-80.
6.
Consider approving McClure Engineering Co. Task Order Amendment No. 002 for Water System
Improvements 2024 Well No. 5 Raw Water Transmission Main and NE 80th Street Finished
Water Transmission Main.
7.
Resolution to approve a Preliminary Plat for Spring Creek Ridge North Plat 2.
8.
Resolution to approve a Final Plat for Spring Creek Ridge North Plat 4.
9.
Consider a request from resident at 233 35th Street SW for sewage forgiveness in the amount
of $559.58.
10. Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
b) Pay Apps
B1)
Change Order#007 – Hansen Company – Altoona Public Works Facility - $0.00.
B2)
Pay App #10 – The Hansen Company – Altoona Public Works Facility - $1,587,700.05.
c) Consider approving a Professional Services Agreement with Snyder and Associates for the
required bi-annual bridge inspections.
d) Consider approving the Memorandum of …
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Evans – present
McFadden – present Mertz – present
Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Dan Scott, Scott Atzen, John
Dostart, John Shaw, Chad Quick, Andy Lent, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, and City
Attorney Dariann Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy, Heather Sievers, Lance & Michelle Hudson, Sam Thomas, Darrell
La Crosse, and Ben Bukowiec.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor O’Connor requested agenda be approved with the following change to item 10G McClure
Engineering Co. be changed to Story Construction.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _Y_ McFadden _2_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
3.
Approval of March 16, 2026, and March 23, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _2_ McFadden _Y_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council.
Robinson Company made introductions; Sam Thomas, President, Darrell La Crosse, CEO, and Ben
Bukowiec, Facilities Manager. They thanked the council for the welcoming environment.
5.
Resolution to approve an Intergovernmental Agreement between The City of Altoona and The
State of Iowa, Department of Transportation regarding the ac …
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Mon Mar 16, 2026
City Council
Council to consider road projects and new development plats
The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on contracts for the 33rd Street NW Extension and 42nd Street NW Reconstruction RISE projects. The agenda also includes approvals for several residential and commercial plats and site plans.
- 33rd Street NW Extension Rise Project contracts and bonds
- 42nd Street NW Reconstruction RISE Project contracts and bonds
- Preliminary Plat for The Townhomes at Scenic Ridge
- Final Plat for Prairie Crossing Plat 10
- Site Plan for The Shoppes at Prairie Crossing
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✓ Decided: Altoona approves infrastructure projects, plats, and consent agenda
The Altoona City Council approved plans, contracts, and award resolutions for the 33rd Street NW Extension RISE Project and the 42nd Street NW Reconstruction RISE Project. The council also approved a preliminary plat for The Townhomes at Scenic Ridge, a final plat for Prairie Crossing Plat 10, a site plan for The Shoppes at Prairie Crossing, and the consent agenda items.
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
- Approved March 2, 2026, Council Minutes (5-0)
- Approved plans, contract and bond, and award for 33rd Street NW Extension Rise Project (5-0)
- Approved plans, contract and bond, and award for 42nd Street NW Reconstruction RISE Project (5-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat for The Townhomes at Scenic Ridge (5-0)
- Approved Final Plat for Prairie Crossing Plat 10 (5-0)
- Approved Site Plan for The Shoppes at Prairie Crossing (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items including bills, pay apps, easements, agreements, and beer/liquor permits (5-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of March 2, 2026, Council Minutes.
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Public Hearing to consider plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated costs for
the 33rd Street NW Extension Rise Project.
6.
Resolution to approve the plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated costs for the
33rd Street NW Extension Rise Project.
7.
Resolution to approve the contract and bond for the 33rd Street NW Extension Rise Project.
8.
Resolution making award of the contract for the 33rd Street NW Extension Rise Project.
9.
Public Hearing consider plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated costs for 42nd
Street NW Reconstruction RISE Project.
10. Resolution to approve the plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated costs for 42nd
Street NW Reconstruction RISE Project.
11. Resolution to approve the contract and bond for 42nd Street NW Reconstruction RISE Project.
12. Resolution making award of the contract for 42nd Street NW Reconstruction RISE Project.
13. Resolution to approve a Preliminary Plat for The Townhomes at Scenic Ridge.
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Topic: Council Meeting
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet a …
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Evans – present
McFadden – present Mertz – present
Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Scott Atzen, John Dostart,
John Shaw, Chad Quick, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, and City Attorney Dariann Garrison-
Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy, Cassady A., Nikki Neal, John Schluz, and Wally Pelds (online).
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor O’Connor requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _2_ McFadden _Y_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
3.
Approval of March 2, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _Y_ McFadden _2_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council – None.
5.
Public Hearing to consider plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated costs for the
33rd Street NW Extension Rise Project.
City Engineer John Dostart stated public bids were received for the 33rd Street NW Extension RISE
project. This project will reconstruct portions of 20th Ave. NW in the I-80 Business Park and Altus
sub-divisions, extend 20th Ave. NW through what is currently a farm field and create a new 33rd
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Mon Mar 2, 2026
City Council
Council to discuss water system improvements and sewer lift station projects
The Altoona City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions regarding water system improvements and a new sanitary sewer lift station. The meeting also includes discussions on site plans, various service contracts, and local event requests.
- Water System Improvements 2024, Well #5 and NE 80th Street WTM Project contract award
- 34th Avenue NW Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Project plans and contract approval
- Summit Products Phase III Addition site plan at 6750 NE 41st Avenue
- Pay App #2 for Story Construction regarding Water Treatment Plant No.4 ($43,200.00)
- Supplemental Agreement for Prairie Heritage Civic Center Plaza Pond Improvements ($9,854)
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✓ Decided: Altoona awards $5.53M Well #5 water main contract to Max Smith Construction
The Altoona City Council approved plans and awarded a $5,529,009.80 contract to Max Smith Construction, LLC for the Water System Improvements 2024, Well #5 and NE 80th Street raw water transmission main project. The council also approved plans and awarded a $1,615,000.00 contract to On Track Construction, LLC for the 34th Avenue NW Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Project, and approved a site plan for the Summit Products Phase III addition at 6750 NE 41st Avenue. All votes recorded were 4-0, with Councilmember McFadden absent. The council also approved a consent agenda covering bills, pay applications, nuisance abatement assessments, public hearing dates, property rights, and permits.
- Approved agenda as presented (4-0)
- Approved February 16 and February 23, 2026 council minutes (4-0)
- Approved plans and specifications for Water System Improvements 2024, Well #5 and NE 80th Street WTM Project (4-0)
- Awarded $5,529,009.80 contract to Max Smith Construction, LLC for Well #5 and NE 80th Street WTM Project, subject to legal review (4-0)
- Approved plans and specifications for 34th Avenue NW Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Project (4-0)
- Awarded $1,615,000.00 contract to On Track Construction, LLC for 34th Avenue NW Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Project, subject to legal review (4-0)
- Approved site plan for Summit Products Phase III addition at 6750 NE 41st Avenue, subject to deficiencies being met (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including bills, pay apps, nuisance abatement assessments, public hearing dates, property rights, re-addressing, supplemental agreement, sports league lease, easements, SPINCO support resolution, mowing contract, event requests, and beer/liquor permits (4-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of February 16, 2026, and February 23, 2026, Council Minutes.
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Public hearing on plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for the Water
System Improvements 2024, Well #5 and NE 80th Street WTM Project.
6.
Resolution finally approving and confirming plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimate of cost for the Water System Improvements 2024, Well #5 and NE 80th Street WTM
Project.
7.
Consideration of bids for the Water System Improvements 2024, Well #5 and NE 80th Street
WTM Project.
8.
Resolution awarding contract for the Water System Improvements 2024, Well #5 and NE 80th
Street WTM Project.
9.
Public Hearing to consider plans, specifications, and form of contract for 34th Avenue NW
Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Project.
10. Resolution to approve the plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated costs for the
34th Avenue NW Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Project.
11. Resolution to approve the contract and bond for the 34th Avenue NW Sanitary Sewer Lift
Station Project.
12. Resolution making award of the contract for the 34th Avenue NW Sanitary Sewer Lift Station
Project.
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Evans – present
McFadden – absent Mertz – present
Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Scott Atzen, John Dostart,
John Shaw, Dan Scott, Chad Quick, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City
Attorney Dariann Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy, Lorena Wasion, and Heather Sievers.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor O’Connor requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _2_ Evans _A_ McFadden _Y_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
3.
Approval of February 16, 2026, and February 23, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _2_ Evans _A_ McFadden _Y_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council – None.
5.
Public hearing on plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for the Water
System Improvements 2024, Well #5 and NE 80th Street WTM Project.
Public Utilities Director Dan Scott stated public bids were received for the City’s Well No. 5 and NE
80th Street Raw Water Transmission Main Project on February 24, 2026. This project will install new
raw water transmission main from the Well No. 5 site and NE 80th Street to the new water
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Mon Feb 16, 2026
City Council
Altoona Council to discuss zoning changes, budget amendments, and $25.8M bond issuance
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding accessory dwelling unit standards, the FY2026 budget amendment, and a 15-acre rezoning request. The meeting includes several financial items, such as a $25,860,000 bond issuance for urban renewal and various construction payments.
- Public hearing for FY2026 Budget Amendment
- Rezoning 15 acres from A-1 to M-1 for IALCO Polk County Four, L.L.C. and Brock and Kristin Rude
- $25,860,000 General Obligation Urban Renewal Refunding Bonds, Series 2026A
- $2,548,203.33 pay application for Altoona Public Works Facility
- Proposed standards for Accessory Dwelling Units in Chapter 167 Zoning Code
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✓ Decided: Council approves ADU zoning, budget amendment, and 15-acre industrial rezoning
The Altoona City Council approved an ordinance amending Chapter 167 to permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in line with state law, adopted an amended FY2026 budget that reduces the ending fund balance by about $1.3 million but includes up to $5 million for infrastructure improvements, and rezoned 15 acres from A-1 to conditional M-1 for a data center project. All votes were 4-0, with Mayor O'Connor and Councilmember Evans absent. The council also approved a consent agenda including payments, change orders, and resolutions for bonds, grants, and public improvements.
- Approved ADU zoning ordinance (4-0)
- Adopted FY2026 budget amendment (4-0)
- Rezoned 15 acres to conditional M-1 (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda (4-0)
- Approved $25.86M GO refunding bonds (consent)
- Approved $1.46M fire station pay app (consent)
- Approved $2.55M public works facility pay app (consent)
- Approved tax abatement requests (consent)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of February 2, 2026, Council Minutes
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Presentation of Life Saving Awards to Officer Kaden Sauer and Polk County Deputy Wilbur
Haines.
6.
Public Hearing to amend Chapter 167, Zoning Code – General Provisions to provide standards
for Accessory Dwelling Units.
7.
Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Altoona, Iowa, 2025, By
modifying certain sections in Chapter 167, Zoning Code – District Regulations.
8.
Public Hearing for FY2026 Budget Amendment.
9.
Resolution adopting the City of Altoona’s amended budget for the Year Ending June 30, 2026.
10. Public hearing to consider a request from IALCO Polk County Four, L.L.C., and Brock and
Kristin Rude to rezone 15 acres from A-1 (Agricultural District) to conditional M-1 (Limited
Industrial).
11. Ordinance amending the “Code of Ordinances” of the City of Altoona, Iowa, 2025, Chapter
165, to change the official zoning map to rezone certain properties.
12. Public hearing to consider approving granting Public Utility Easements and Warranty Deeds for
road widening projects and utility service to the new Public Works facility.
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– absent
Duer – present
Evans – absent
McFadden – present Mertz – online (6:32)
Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Scott Atzen, John Dostart,
John Shaw, Dan Scott, Chad Quick, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, Tony
Chambers and City Attorney Dariann Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy, Joe Shepherd, Erin Fosdick, Ethan Marks, Dave Cusic and Boy
Scout Troop #463.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor Pro Tem Duer requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_Y_ Duer _A_ Evans _1_ McFadden _A_ Mertz _2_ Stewart (3-0)
3.
Approval of February 2, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_Y_ Duer _A_ Evans _1_ McFadden _A_ Mertz _2_ Stewart (3-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council – None.
5.
Presentation of Life Saving Awards to Officer Kaden Sauer and Polk County Deputy Wilbur
Haines.
Mayor Pro Tem Duer with assistance from Tony Chambers, presented the Life Savings Awards.
6.
Public Hearing to amend Chapter 167, Zoning Code – General Provisions to provide standards
for Accessory Dwelling Units.
Community Development Director John Shaw stated the State of Io …
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Mon Feb 2, 2026
City Council
Council considers $66 million water revenue loan and several zoning changes
The Altoona City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposal to borrow up to $66,000,000 through a Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement. The meeting also includes discussions on site plans, construction payments, and setting future hearings for budget amendments and rezoning requests.
- Public hearing on a Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement up to $66,000,000
- Site plan approval for Lutheran Church of the Cross at 1701 8th Street SW
- Rezoning request for 15 acres from Agricultural to Limited Industrial (IALCO Polk County Four, L.L.C. and Brock and Kristin Rude)
- Construction payments for Tuscany Pond Improvements ($52,970.21 and $70,855.56) and 8th Street SW Reconstruction ($47,449.30 and $95,822.35)
- Proposed zoning code amendment for Accessory Dwelling Unit standards
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✓ Decided: Council approves $66M water treatment loan agreement
The Altoona City Council approved a resolution to enter into a Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement, borrowing up to $66,000,000 for Water Treatment Plant 4 and related infrastructure, financed through the State Revolving Fund. The council also approved preliminary plats and site plans, denied a resident's request for fee refunds, and approved a consent agenda with multiple items. All votes were 4-0 with two members absent.
- Approved resolution for $66M Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement (4-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat for Prairie Crossing Plat 10, subject to deficiencies (4-0)
- Approved site plan for Lutheran Church of the Cross addition at 1701 8th Street SW (4-0)
- Denied request to refund late fees and credit minimum bill for resident at 1102 9th Avenue SE and 3330 8th Court SE (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including bills, pay apps, appointments, agreements, easements, and public hearing dates (4-0)
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
3.
Approval of January 19, 2026, Council Minutes.
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Public Hearing on proposal to enter into a Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement
and to borrow money thereunder in a principal amount not to exceed $66,000,000.
6.
Resolution taking additional action on proposal to enter into a Water Revenue Loan and
Disbursement Agreement.
7.
Resolution to approve a Preliminary Plat for Prairie Crossing Plat 10.
8.
Resolution to approve a site plan for Lutheran Church of the Cross located at 1701 8th Street
SW.
9.
Consider the request from resident at 1102 9th Avenue SE and 3330 8th Court SE to refund late
fees in the amount of $13.20 and also credit for minimum bill of $35.00.
10. Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
b) Pay Apps
B1)
Change Order #03 – Reilly Construction – Tuscany Pond Improvements - $52,970.21
B2)
Pay App #7 – Reilly Construction – 2024 Tuscany Pond Enhancements - $70,855.56.
B3) Change Order # – Absolute Group – 8th Street SW Reconstruction-Phase 2 -
$47,449.30.
B4)
Pay App #13 – Absolute Group – 8th Street SW Reconstruction-Phase 2 - $95,822.35.
c) Appointment of Lindsey Sinnwell to the Altoona Library Board.
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 02, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– absent
Duer – present
Evans – present
McFadden – present Mertz – absent
Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Scott Atzen, John Dostart,
John Shaw, Dan Scott, Chad Quick, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City
Attorney Dariann Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy, Nikki Neal, Laurel Swanson, Nate Fronje, Eric Cannon, and
Jordan Stoermer.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor Pro Tem Duer requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_Y_ Duer _1_ Evans _2_ McFadden _A_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
3.
Approval of January 19, 2026, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_Y_ Duer _1_ Evans _2_ McFadden _A_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council – None.
5.
Public Hearing on proposal to enter into a Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement
and to borrow money thereunder in a principal amount not to exceed $66,000,000.
Finance Director Andy Lent stated the construction of Water Treatment Plant 4, along with its
related wells and mains, will be financed through the State Revolving Fund (SRF) for water and
wastewater improvement projects. This allows for a lower interest rate than if …
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Mon Jan 19, 2026
City Council
Council discusses bond sales, infrastructure funding, and budget amendments
The Altoona City Council will consider several funding agreements with the Iowa DOT for North Industrial Area improvements. The meeting also includes discussions on bond sales, budget transfers, and a potential $66,000,000 water revenue loan.
- Resolution for General Obligation Urban Renewal Refunding Bonds, Series 2026A
- Funding agreements with Iowa DOT for US 65 and 20th Ave NW intersection improvements
- Proposed Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement up to $66,000,000
- RDG agreement for Olde Town Comp Update/1st Ave Streetscape study for $250,000
- Pay App #8 for Altoona Public Works Facility for $1,578,452.86
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✓ Decided: Council approves bond refinancing saving $1.3M over ten years
The Altoona City Council approved a resolution authorizing the use of a preliminary official statement for the sale of General Obligation Urban Renewal Refunding Bonds, Series 2026A, which refinances the 2016C bond series to save approximately $1.3 million over ten years. The council also approved a sewer bill relief request for 1045 25th Street SE ($120.78) and denied a similar request for 1902 16th Circle SE ($274.50). All other agenda items, including consent agenda approvals, were passed unanimously.
- Approved bond refinancing resolution for Series 2026A (5-0)
- Approved sewer bill relief for 1045 25th Street SE ($120.78) (5-0)
- Denied sewer bill relief for 1902 16th Circle SE ($274.50) (4-1)
- Approved consent agenda including fire station change order and pay apps (5-0)
- Approved agenda and minutes as presented (5-0)
- Swore in three police officers and promoted two sergeants to lieutenant
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
3.
Approval of January 05, 2026, and January 12, 2026, Council Minutes
4.
Citizens request to address council.
5.
Presentation and swearing in of police officers and promotions.
a. Officer Aaliyah Moore (now certified).
b. Officer Trent "Allen" Howard (now certified).
c. Officer Israel "Ray" Ruiz (new hire).
d. Sergeant Mitch Bartleson promoted to Lieutenant.
e. Sergeant David Funk promoted to Lieutenant.
6.
Resolution authorizing the use of a preliminary official statement in connection to the sale of
General Obligation Urban Renewal Refunding Bonds, Series 2026A and authorizing certain
parameters for the acceptance and approval of a Bond Purchase Agreement.
7.
Consider the request from resident at 1045 25th Street SE for relief of his sewer bill in the
amount of $120.78.
8.
Consider the request from resident at 1902 16th Circle SE for relief of his sewer bill in the
amount of $274.50.
9.
Consider Consent Agenda
a) Allow Bills
b) Pay Apps
B1)
Change Order #001 – DCI Group Inc. – Altoona Fire Station No.26 - $68,450.94.
B2)
Pay App #8 – DCI Group Inc. – Altoona Fire Station - $545,570.99.
B3)
Pay App #5 – OPUS – Sam Wise Youth Complex $14,470.97.
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Evans – present
McFadden – present Mertz – present
Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Scott Atzen, John Dostart,
John Shaw, Dan Scott, Chad Quick, Kim Kietzman, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City
Attorney Dariann Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy and Chelsey Olson.
2.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor O’Connor requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _2_ McFadden _Y_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
3.
Approval of January 5, 2026 and January 12, 2025, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_2_ Duer _Y_ Evans _Y_ McFadden _1_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (5-0)
4.
Citizens request to address council – None.
5.
Presentation and swearing in of police officers and promotions.
a. Officer Aaliyah Moore (now certified).
b. Officer Trent "Allen" Howard (now certified).
c. Officer Israel "Ray" Ruiz (new hire).
d. Sergeant Mitch Bartleson promoted to Lieutenant.
e. Sergeant David Funk promoted to Lieutenant.
Mayor O’Connor swore in police officers and acknowledged promotions with assistance from Chief
Stallman.
6.
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Mon Jan 5, 2026
City Council
Altoona Council to discuss water projects, utility rates, and new appointments
The City Council will consider several water system improvement projects, including the Jordan Well #5 project and an agreement for the Adventureland Drive transmission main. The meeting includes public hearings regarding wastewater service rates and an electrical easement with MidAmerican Energy. Additionally, the Council will swear in a new member and address various municipal appointments.
- Public hearing and resolutions for Jordan Well #5 Water System Improvements 2024
- Public hearing to amend wastewater service rates (Chapter 98.10)
- Public hearing for MidAmerican Energy electrical easement for the new public works building
- Approval of Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 2 final plat and Meta Main Distribution Frame site plan
- Pay Application #14 for Alliance Construction regarding 8th Street SE widening ($10,000.00)
waterutilitiesappointmentszoningordinancespublic-works
✓ Decided: Altoona awards $5.69M Jordan Well #5 contract to Gingerich Well & Pump Service
The Altoona City Council approved the plans, contract, and award for the Water System Improvements 2024, Jordan Well #5 Project to Gingerich Well & Pump Service LLC for a total of $5,687,610.00, which includes the base bid of $5,491,140.00 and a $196,470.00 alternate for corrosion-resistant casing. The council also approved the first reading of an ordinance raising sanitary sewer rates from $10.98 to $11.42 per 1,000 gallons, and approved the final plat for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 2 with 27 single-family lots. Jayme McFadden was sworn in as a new councilmember, and Kyle Mertz was appointed to fill a temporary vacancy due to military service. All votes were 4-0 with Mertz absent.
- Appointed Kyle Mertz to fill temporary council vacancy due to military service (4-0)
- Approved plans, specifications, and estimated costs for Jordan Well #5 Project (4-0)
- Approved contract and bond for Jordan Well #5 Project (4-0)
- Awarded Jordan Well #5 drilling contract to Gingerich Well & Pump Service LLC for $5,687,610.00 (4-0)
- Approved MidAmerican Energy electric easement for new public works building (4-0)
- Approved first, second, and third readings of ordinance raising sanitary sewer rates from $10.98 to $11.42 per 1,000 gallons (4-0)
- Approved final plat for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 2 with 27 single-family lots (3-0-1, Evans abstained)
- Approved site plan for Meta Main Distribution Frame, a 2,027 sq ft structure supporting PCI-7 data center (4-0)
📄 From the agenda
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JANUARY 05, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
Swear in new Council member Jayme McFadden
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
Resolution to appoint Kyle Mertz to fill temporary vacancy due to Military Service. (Council
Seat)
3.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda
4.
Approval of December 15, 2025, Council Minutes
5.
Citizens request to address council.
6.
Public Hearing to consider approving plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of
cost for the construction of the Water System Improvements 2024, Jordan Well #5 Project.
7.
Resolution to approve the plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated costs for the
Water System Improvements 2024, Jordan Well #5 Project.
8.
Resolution to approve the contract and bond for the construction of the for the Water System
Improvements 2024, Jordan Well #5 Project.
9.
Resolution making award of the contract for Water Well #5 Drilling.
10. Public hearing to consider Electrical Easement with MidAmerican Energy for the new public
works building.
11. Consider approving the MidAmerican Energy Company Electric Easement.
12. Public hearing to amend 2025 City of Altoona Code of Ordinances Chapter 98.10 (Wastewater
Service Charges-Rates).
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📄 From the minutes
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CITY OF ALTOONA COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2026, 6:30 P.M.
AT THE ALTOONA CITY HALL
Swear in new councilmember Jayme McFadden. Mayor Dean O’Connor swore Jayme McFadden
in as a new councilmember and congratulated him.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call at 6:30 pm
Mayor O’Connor– present
Duer – present
Evans – present
McFadden – present Mertz – absent
Stewart - present
City Officials Present: Randy Pierce, Greg Stallman, Jared Ogbourne, Scott Atzen, John Dostart,
John Shaw, Dan Scott, Chad Quick, Patti Murray, Jeff Bierl, Andy Lent, and City Attorney Dariann
Garrison-Nickerson.
Audience Present: Phyllis Murphy, Chelsey Olson, Brent Strauch, Sonny & Dotty McFadden, Jody
McFadden, David Cusic, Heather Sievers, Alex Potter, and Branden Stubbs (online).
2.
Resolution to appoint Kyle Mertz to fill temporary vacancy due to Military Service. (Council
Seat)
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _2_ Evans _Y_ McFadden _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
3.
Perfecting and approval of the agenda.
Mayor O’Connor requested agenda be approved as presented.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _2_ Evans _Y_ McFadden _A_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
4.
Approval of December 15, 2025, Council Minutes.
Roll Call Vote:
_1_ Duer _Y_ Evans _2_ McFadden _A_ Mertz _Y_ Stewart (4-0)
5.
Citizens request to address council – None
6.
Public Hearing to consider approving plans, specifications, form of …
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💰 Federal awards (top 4 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $471,282 | ZIEGLER INC Department of Agriculture · DIESEL GENERATOR SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE CONTRACT BASE + 4 OPTION YRS |
| $191,334 | DUERSON, INC Department of the Interior · IA-NEAL SMITH NWR-EMERGENCY TEMP ROOFING |
| $11,942 | ZIEGLER INC Department of Energy · REPAIRS TO 2007 CATERPILLAR D6N DOZER IN SIOUX CITY, 181429, |
| $7,308 | ZIEGLER INC Department of Agriculture · (1) TROUBLE SHOOTING A GENERATOR AND BREAKER. (2) TESTING BREAKER LOAD |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Polk County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2023)
Adults with low literacy15.2% (low numeracy 22% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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