Altoona public meetings in 2024
25 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Altoona City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to amend wastewater and water service charge rates, and will consider approving plans, contracts, and awards for the Prairie Heritage Civic Center Plaza Pond Improvements. The council will also consider a comprehensive plan land use map change and several consent agenda items, including change orders and pay applications for construction projects.
- Public hearings and ordinances to amend wastewater (Ch. 98.10) and water (Ch. 92.02) service charge rates
- Resolution to approve plans, contract, and award for Prairie Heritage Civic Center Plaza Pond Improvements
- Change Order #2 and Pay App #7 for 8th Street SW Reconstruction-Phase 2 ($69,564.90 and $279,323.62)
- Demolition quote of $39,500 for 6101 NE 62nd Avenue (future fire station)
- Agreements with Polk County for stream restoration from 8th St SW to 17th Ave SW and Adventureland Drive to 4th St SW
The City Council approved a 5.5% increase in wastewater rates and a 10.5% annual increase in water rates for the next four years. The council also awarded a $250,000.01 contract for pond improvements and approved a land use map amendment for Northwest Altoona.
- Approved 5.5% wastewater rate increase (5-0)
- Approved 10.5% annual water rate increase for four years (5-0)
- Awarded $250,000.01 pond improvement contract to Des Moines Dirt Worx, LLC (5-0)
- Approved Northwest Altoona Comprehensive Plan land use map amendment (5-0)
- Denied request to waive rental renewal late charges (2-3)
- Approved withdrawal from 28E Agreement with BRAVO Greater Des Moines, Inc. (3-2)
- Approved Consent Agenda including bills, pay apps, and legal agreements (5-0)
City Council
The Altoona City Council is meeting to consider a development agreement with 200 2nd Street, LLC, including tax increment financing, and to hold a public hearing on a budget amendment. The agenda also includes a final plat approval for Stonebridge Plat 2, several consent agenda items such as pay applications and fee schedules, and setting public hearings for December 16 on water and wastewater rate changes and other matters.
- Public hearing and resolution on Development Agreement with 200 2nd Street, LLC, authorizing annual appropriation tax increment payments
- Public hearing and resolution adopting amended FY 24/25 budget
- Resolution approving Final Plat for Stonebridge Plat 2
- Pay App #6 to Absolute Group for 8th Street SW Reconstruction-Phase 2: $369,920.62
- Set public hearings for Dec 16 on wastewater and water service charge rate amendments
The Altoona City Council approved a development agreement for the Morgan building in Olde Town, providing $40,000 in TIF rebate assistance and $100,000 in matching funds for a grant. The council also adopted an amended budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, which shifts previously planned projects like the City Fiber Project and Spring Creek improvements into the new fiscal year. Additionally, the final plat for Stonebridge Plat 2 was approved, and a consent agenda covering various payments, appointments, and future public hearings was passed.
- Approved Development Agreement with 200 2nd Street, LLC (5-0)
- Adopted amended FY 24/25 budget (5-0)
- Approved Final Plat for Stonebridge Plat 2 (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including pay applications and appointments (5-0)
- Set public hearings for Dec 16 on water/wastewater rates and civic center pond improvements
- Approved agreement with MidAmerican Energy for seasonal décor on utility poles
- Accepted Public Improvements for Ironwood Park Pickleball Courts
City Council
The Altoona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving an amendment to the Urban Renewal Plan, along with related ordinances and resolutions for tax increment financing. They will also consider authorizing a purchase agreement for up to $550,000 for Lot 1 in the Altoona NE Industrial Plat 2, and a first amendment to a development agreement with Siculus, Inc. The consent agenda includes several routine items such as alcohol licenses, fund transfers, and agreements for traffic cameras and park renovations.
- Public hearing and resolution to approve Urban Renewal Plan amendment
- Ordinance deleting property from TIF district for Altoona Urban Renewal Area
- Resolution expressing intent to provide financial support to Prairie Crossing Investment, Inc.
- Authorization to enter purchase agreement up to $550,000 for Lot 1, Altoona NE Industrial Plat 2
- Consent agenda includes alcohol license renewals for Hy-Vee, Prairie Meadows, Aldi, and others
The City Council approved the purchase of an 8.33-acre lot for a new water treatment plant and authorized a $1.5 million repayment for stormwater improvements. The council also amended the Urban Renewal Plan and approved a PILOT payment agreement with Siculus, Inc.
- Authorized purchase of Lot 1, Altoona NE Industrial Plat 2 for up to $550,000 (4-0)
- Approved $1,515,968.68 repayment to Prairie Crossing Investment, Inc. for stormwater improvements (4-0)
- Approved First Amendment to Development Agreement with Siculus, Inc. for PILOT payments (4-0)
- Approved Urban Renewal Plan Amendment for the Altoona Urban Renewal Area (4-0)
- Approved ordinance removing specific parcels from the TIF district in NE Industrial Park (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda items including alcohol licenses and bond payments (4-0)
- Approved fund obligation for Meadowlands, LLC/Skivey, LLC (3-0-1)
City Council
The Altoona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to amend speed limits on 1st Avenue South, including changes to 35, 45, and 55 mph zones. They will also vote on site plans for Starbucks, several plats, and a consent agenda with contracts and agreements.
- Public hearing on speed limit changes for 1st Avenue South
- Ordinance amending speed zones in chapters 63.11, 63.13, and 63.14
- Resolution to approve site plan for Starbucks
- Preliminary and final plats for Altoona NE Industrial Plat 2
- Change Order #7 for 8th Street Widening: $14,300.00
The City Council approved an ordinance changing speed limits on 1st Avenue South and passed several preliminary and final plats for industrial and residential developments. A proposed site plan for a Starbucks was deferred following public concerns regarding traffic and safety.
- Approved speed limit changes on 1st Avenue South (5-0)
- Deferred Starbucks site plan at 501 8th St SW (5-0)
- Approved preliminary and final plats for Altoona NE Industrial Plat 2 (5-0)
- Approved preliminary plat for Spring Creek Ridge West Twinhomes (5-0)
- Approved final plat for Brook Ridge Plat 5 (5-0)
- Approved subdivision plat for Wayside Acres (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $42,092.25 in payments to Alliance Construction (5-0)
- Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Brick & Ivy Rooftop (5-0)
City Council
The Altoona City Council meets Monday, October 21, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda includes public hearings on a sign code amendment and on changing the land use and zoning for 202 2nd Street SE from residential to mixed-use/commercial. The council will also consider a site plan for a temporary data center at Meta, a consent agenda of bills and pay applications, and several resolutions and agreements.
- Public hearing and ordinance amending Chapter 159, Sign Code, for the C-7 District
- Resolution to approve a site plan for a temporary Data Center at Meta
- Public hearing on a comprehensive plan land use map amendment from Medium-Density Residential to Mixed-Use 1 (Neighborhood Center) at 202 2nd Street SE
- Public hearing on a conditional rezoning from R-3 (Multi-Family Residential) to Conditional C-4 (Village Commercial) at 202 2nd Street SE
- Consent agenda pay applications including $740,474.32 to Absolute Group for 8th Street SW Reconstruction-Phase 2 and $437,717.96 to Reilly Construction for 2024 Tuscany Pond Enhancements
The City Council approved a comprehensive plan amendment and a conditional rezoning for the property at 202 2nd Street SE to allow a real estate office, passing both measures 4-1 despite resident petitions against the change. The council also passed an ordinance amending the Sign Code to include the C-7 district in Interstate Sign eligibility. Additionally, the council approved a site plan for a temporary Data Center at Meta and accepted a consent agenda covering various construction payments and permits.
- Approved Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map amendment for 202 2nd Street SE (4-1)
- Approved conditional rezoning of 202 2nd Street SE from R-3 to C-4 (4-1)
- Approved ordinance amending Sign Code Chapter 159 (5-0)
- Approved site plan for temporary Data Center at Meta (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $740,474.32 payment for 8th Street SW Reconstruction (5-0)
- Approved beer and liquor permits for Kwik Star, Target, and Lucky Wife Slushies (5-0)
City Council
The Altoona City Council meets Monday, October 7, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers to consider several development resolutions, including preliminary and final plats for Prairie Crossing Plat 9, a final plat for Brookhaven Estates Plat 5, and a site plan for Starbucks Corporation. The council will also consider an IEDA grant, a settlement agreement with Prairie Crossing Investment Inc., and a consent agenda covering bills, pay applications, roof work contracts, and alcohol permits. Several items set public hearings for October 21, 2024, on a rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment at 202 2nd Street SE and amendments to the C-7 Sign Code district.
- Resolution to approve preliminary and final plats for Prairie Crossing Plat 9
- Resolution to approve a site plan for Starbucks Corporation
- Resolution to approve a final plat for Brookhaven Estates Plat 5
- Change Order #6 to Alliance Construction for 8th Street Widening (7th Avenue SE to Falcon Avenue) — $65,199.47
- Pay App #10 to Alliance Construction for 8th Street Widening (7th Avenue SE to Falcon Drive SE) — $80,642.55
The Altoona City Council approved preliminary and final plats for Prairie Crossing Plat 9 and Brookhaven Estates Plat 5. A site plan for a proposed Starbucks at 501 8th St SW was deferred until November 4, 2024. The council also approved a $100,000 grant contract with the Iowa Economic Development Authority for the Morgan project in Olde Town.
- Approved preliminary plat for Prairie Crossing Plat 9 (4-0)
- Approved final plat for Prairie Crossing Plat 9 (4-0)
- Deferred Starbucks site plan at 501 8th St SW to Nov 4 (4-0)
- Approved final plat for Brookhaven Estates Plat 5 (4-0)
- Approved $100,000 IEDA Community Catalyst grant contract (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including various contracts and permits (4-0)
- Set three public hearings for October 21, 2024 (4-0)
City Council
The Altoona City Council meets Monday, September 16, 2024, to hold a public hearing on amending the city's camping ordinance and to consider authorizing a purchase agreement of up to $550,000 for property at 6101 NE 62nd Avenue. The council will also vote on plats for Spring Creek Ridge West and Prairie Crossing, and on terminating and then approving a 28E agreement for the Metro Home Improvement Program. A resident request for $900.26 in sewer bill relief and a consent agenda of bills and pay applications are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing on amending Ordinance 47.06 Camping, with an ordinance adding language to Chapter 47, Section 06
- Authorization to enter a purchase agreement not to exceed $550,000.00 for 6101 NE 62nd Avenue
- Resolutions for final plat of Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 1 and preliminary and final plats for Prairie Crossing Plat 9
- Consider terminating and then approving the 28E agreement for the Metro Home Improvement Program
- Request from owner of 306 12th Avenue SW for $900.26 sewer bill relief; consent agenda includes Change Order #1 of $70,473.43 and Pay App #4 of $532,681.06 to Reilly Construction for 2024 Tuscany Pond Enhancements
The Altoona City Council approved entering into a purchase agreement for up to $550,000 for property at 6101 NE 62nd Avenue to build a second fire station. The council also approved a final plat for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 1, passed an ordinance amending camping regulations, and deferred actions on Prairie Crossing Plat 9 items to October. Additionally, the council terminated and replaced a 28E agreement for the Metro Home Improvement Program and approved sewer bill relief and the consent agenda.
- Approved camping ordinance amendment (4-1)
- Authorized purchase agreement up to $550,000 for 6101 NE 62nd Avenue for a fire station (5-0)
- Approved final plat for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 1 (3-2)
- Deferred preliminary plat for Prairie Crossing Plat 9 to October 7 (3-2)
- Deferred final plat for Prairie Crossing Plat 9 to October 7 (3-2)
- Terminated 28E agreement for the Metro Home Improvement Program (5-0)
- Approved new 28E agreement for the Metro Home Improvement Program (5-0)
- Approved $900.26 sewer bill relief for 306 12th Avenue SW (5-0)
City Council
The Altoona City Council meets Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers. The main item is a public hearing and a resolution on a Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement to borrow a principal amount not to exceed $4,550,000. The council also considers a Summit Products Building Expansion Phase 3 site plan, an ordinance repealing a June 2003 urban renewal tax division ordinance, and a consent agenda of bills, pay applications, easements, agreements, event requests, and liquor permits.
- Public hearing and resolution on a Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement with a principal amount not to exceed $4,550,000
- Ordinance repealing Ordinance No. 6-2-03#3, which provided for division of taxes in the June 2003 addition to the Altoona Urban Renewal Area
- Resolution to approve a site plan for Summit Products Building Expansion Phase 3
- Consent agenda pay items: Change Order #5 – Alliance Construction – 8th Street Widening/7th Avenue SE to Falcon Ave – $11,715.00; Pay App #9 – Alliance Construction – 8th Street Widening/7th Avenue SE to Falcon Drive SE – $303,711.34
- Public Utility Easement accepted from Evelyn J. Johnston for $5,850.00; public hearing set for September 16, 2024, on amending Ordinance 47.06 Camping
The Council authorized a loan of up to $4,550,000 for the planning and design of Water Treatment Plant #4, wells, and mains. Other actions included repealing a TIF district ordinance and approving a site plan for a building expansion.
- Approved $4,550,000 Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement (5-0)
- Repealed Ordinance No. 6-2-03#3 regarding Town Center TIF district tax division (5-0)
- Approved Summit Products Building Expansion Phase 3 Site Plan subject to deficiencies (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including $303,711.34 payment to Alliance Construction (5-0)
- Approved $11,715.00 change order for Alliance Construction (5-0)
- Approved Public Utility Easement for Evelyn J. Johnston for $5,850.00 (5-0)
- Set public hearing for September 16, 2024, to amend Ordinance 47.06 Camping (5-0)
- Approved various event requests and beer/liquor permits (5-0)
City Council
The Altoona City Council meets Monday, August 19, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at Altoona City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda includes public hearings on four-way stop and no-parking ordinance changes, and on a development agreement with Hawkeye Investment Partners I, LLC, followed by a resolution to approve that agreement with annual appropriation tax increment payments. The council will also consider a request to waive $1,271.68 in late fees for Ironwood Apartments, a consent agenda of bills and pay applications, and several licenses and event requests.
- Public hearing on amending Ordinance 65.04 for four-way stops at 9th St. NE and 14th Ave. NE, 7th St. NW and 2nd Ave. NW, and 15th St. SE/Lake Shore Dr. SE and 10th Ave. SE
- Public hearing on amending Ordinance 69.08 no-parking zones on both sides of Falcon Drive near 8th St. SE and both sides of 9th St. NE from 1st Ave. N to 14th Ave. NE
- Public hearing and resolution on a development agreement with Hawkeye Investment Partners I, LLC, authorizing annual appropriation tax increment payments
- Request from Ironwood Apartments on 1st Avenue South to waive late fees of $1,271.68
- Consent agenda pay applications and change orders including $404,835.43 to Absolute Group for 8th Street SW Reconstruction-Phase 2 and $162,393.00 to Reilly Construction for 2024 Tuscany Pond Enhancements
The Altoona City Council approved a development agreement with Hawkeye Investment Partners for warehouses in the I-80 Business Park and passed ordinances establishing new four-way stops and no-parking zones. The council also denied a request from Ironwood Apartments to waive utility late fees and approved the consent agenda, including various pay applications and change orders.
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
- Approved August 5, 2024, council minutes (5-0)
- Approved ordinance amending Code Chapter 65.04 for four-way stops across three readings and to publish (5-0)
- Approved ordinance amending Code Chapter 69.08 for no-parking zones across three readings and to publish (5-0)
- Approved resolution for a development agreement with Hawkeye Investment Partners I, LLC (5-0)
- Denied request from Ironwood Apartments to waive $1,271.68 in utility late fees (4-1-0)
- Approved consent agenda including bills, pay apps, change orders, grant application, water revenue loan public hearing date, professional services agreement, licenses, and event requests (5-0)
- Adjourned at 7:18 p.m. (5-0)
City Council
The Altoona City Council meets Monday, August 5, 2024, to consider issuing $2,590,000 in General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds and to act on a recommendation to reject all bids for the Sam Wise Sports Complex Field Renovation Phase 4 project. The agenda also includes a continued public hearing on that project, a lease extension with Southeast Polk School District for the Old City Hall Building, and a Brook Ridge preliminary plat. A large consent agenda covers engineering agreements, street lighting, tax abatement, and event permits.
- Resolution for $2,590,000.00 General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series 2024, with a tax levy to repay them
- Recommendation from consultant Confluence to reject all bids for Sam Wise Sports Complex Field Renovation Phase 4; public hearing continued from July 1, 2024
- Consent agenda pay app #8 to Alliance Construction for 8th Street SE Widening: $701,487.85, plus Change Order No. 4 of $2,958.10
- Public hearings set for August 19, 2024, on four-way stop changes (including 9th St. NE and 14th Ave. NE) and no-parking zones on Falcon Drive and 9th St. NE
- McClure Engineering design agreement for water system improvements (Well #5 & NE 80th, Jordan Wells 5 & 6, Water Treatment Plant #4, Adventureland Drive Water Transmission Main) and Townsend Pond project
The Council authorized the issuance of $2.59 million in General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds to finance Phase 2 of the SW 8th Street project. Other actions included rejecting all bids for a sports complex renovation and approving a commercial site plan in the Olde Town District.
- Approved $2,590,000 General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds for SW 8th Street Phase 2 (5-0)
- Rejected all bids for Sam Wise Sports Complex Field Renovation Phase 4 (5-0)
- Approved site plan for Morgan Olde Town Commercial Building subject to deficiencies (5-0)
- Approved lease extension with Southeast Polk School District for Old City Hall through April 30, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved preliminary plat for Brook Ridge (3-2)
- Approved consent agenda including $701,487.85 payment to Alliance Construction (5-0)
- Set public hearings for August 19, 2024, regarding four-way stops and no-parking zones
City Council
The Altoona City Council meets Monday, July 15, 2024, to hold public hearings and vote on selling General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series 2024, and on a 100% voluntary annexation of about 40 acres within an urbanized area. It will also consider a Comprehensive Plan update for a city center expansion. The consent agenda includes several construction pay applications and a change order, and the meeting ends with department head reports and general business.
- Public hearing and resolution on General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series 2024 sale
- Public hearing and resolution on 100% voluntary annexation of approximately 40 acres within an urbanized area
- Public hearing and resolution on a Comprehensive Plan update for a city center expansion
- Change Order #3 – Alliance Construction – 8th Street Widening-7th Avenue SE to Falcon Avenue - $7613.39
- Pay App #2 – Reilly Construction – 2024 Tuscany Pond Enhancements - $153,016.50; Pay App #2 – Absolute Group – 8th Street SW Reconstruction-Phase2 - $193,418.90; Pay App #7 – Elder Corporation – Spring Creek Park South Pond Boat Ramp & Parking Lot - $5,000.00; Pay App #14 – Absolute Concrete Construction, Inc. – 1st Avenue Reconstruction - Phase III - $45,237.55
The City Council approved an update to the Comprehensive Plan to expand the city center into a commercial and high-density residential area. Council also approved the annexation of 40 acres of land owned by Stubbs Development INC and awarded a bond sale to Bank of NY Mellon.
- Awarded General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series 2024 to Bank of NY Mellon at 3.28% TIC (4-0)
- Approved 100% voluntary annexation of 40 acres owned by Stubbs Development INC (4-0)
- Approved Comprehensive Plan update for city center expansion (4-0)
- Approved Alliance Construction change order for 8th Street Widening of $7,613.39 (4-0)
- Approved Reilly Construction pay app for 2024 Tuscany Pond Enhancements of $153,016.50 (4-0)
- Approved Absolute Group pay app for 8th Street SW Reconstruction-Phase 2 of $193,418.90 (4-0)
- Approved Elder Corporation pay app for Spring Creek Park South Pond Boat Ramp & Parking Lot of $5,000.00 (4-0)
- Approved Absolute Concrete Construction, Inc. pay app for 1st Avenue Reconstruction-Phase III of $45,237.55 (4-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Sam Wise Sports Complex Field Renovation Phase 4 Project. The meeting also includes discussions on residential garbage and recycling rates, industrial plat approvals, and several public utility easement acquisitions.
- Public hearing for Sam Wise Sports Complex Field Renovation Phase 4
- Approval of Preliminary and Final Plat for Altoona NE Industrial Plat 1
- Setting residential recycling and garbage collection rates effective July 1, 2024
- Approval of $16,747.50 change order and $177,323.55 pay app for 8th Street Widening
- Approval of multiple public utility easements ranging from $160.00 to $14,107.50
The City Council approved both the preliminary and final plats for Altoona NE Industrial Plat 1. A consent agenda was passed covering various utility easements, waste collection rates, and construction payments. The public hearing for the Sam Wise Sports Complex Field Renovation Phase 4 Project was continued.
- Approved Preliminary Plat for Altoona NE Industrial Plat 1 (4-0)
- Approved Final Plat for Altoona NE Industrial Plat 1 (4-0)
- Continued public hearing for Sam Wise Sports Complex Field Renovation Phase 4 (4-0)
- Approved residential recycling and garbage collection rates effective July 1, 2024 (4-0)
- Approved $177,323.55 payment to Alliance Construction for 8th Street Widening (4-0)
- Approved $16,747.50 change order for Alliance Construction (4-0)
- Approved $33,516.00 payment and $37,946.51 change order for RW Excavating Solutions, LC (4-0)
- Approved multiple public utility easements totaling $49,531.50 (4-0)
City Council
The Altoona City Council will consider a request to rezone 34.8 acres from agricultural to general commercial. The meeting also includes public hearings for a gas easement and a scheduled hearing for a future 40-acre annexation. Additionally, the council will review multiple construction payments and contract approvals.
- Rezoning request by Sunstone Investments LLC for 34.8 acres from A-1 to C-2
- Public hearing for a gas easement in Venbury Plat 8 and Venbury Plat 17
- Payment of $121,411.35 to JAS Concrete for Ironwood Pickleball Courts
- Payment of $168,323.79 to Absolute Concrete Construction for 1st Avenue Reconstruction
- Payment of $385,419.22 to Absolute Group for 8th Street SW Reconstruction
The City Council approved a rezoning request from Sunstone Investments LLC to convert 34.8 acres of agricultural land to general commercial use. Council also granted a gas easement to Mid-American Energy and reapproved the preliminary plat for the Stonebridge development.
- Rezoned 34.8 acres from A-1 (Agricultural District) to C-2 (General Commercial) (5-0)
- Approved gas easement for Mid-American Energy in Outlot D, Venbury Plat 8 and Outlot C, Venbury Plat 17 (5-0)
- Reapproved preliminary plat for Stonebridge development (5-0)
- Denied request to wave $35.00 red tag fee for resident at 1409 5th Avenue SE (4-1)
- Approved Consent Agenda including various construction pay apps and change orders (5-0)
- Approved alcohol license renewals and applications for Caseys #2916, Uncle Bucks Fishbowl, and Brightside Aleworks (5-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for July 15 for 100% Voluntary Annexation of approx. 40 acres (5-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for July 1 for Sam Wise Sports Complex Field Renovation Phase 4 Project (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will consider several land development items, including site plan amendments for the Meta Campus and a rezoning request for 34.8 acres. The meeting also includes discussions on funding for a 4th of July event and various permit approvals.
- Rezoning request for 34.8 acres from A-1 to C-2 by Sunstone Investments LLC
- Site plan amendments for Meta Campus (ATN1-6 and PCI 1-6)
- $3,000 request for Altoona Historical Society's 4th of July event
- $74,083.53 pay application for 8th Street SE Widening
- Adventureland fireworks display requests for six dates
The Council approved fireworks displays for Adventureland on July 4, Oct 25, and Oct 26, denying other requested dates after hearing concerns from horse racing representatives. The Council also approved site plan amendments for the Meta Campus and a plat of survey for Contractor Solutions. A $3,000 grant for a historical society event was approved, along with several pay applications and permit renewals.
- Approved fireworks for Adventureland on July 4, Oct 25, Oct 26 (4-0-1)
- Approved Meta Campus site plan amendments (5-0)
- Approved plat of survey for Contractor Solutions Parcel #2024-68 (5-0)
- Approved site plan for Contractor Solutions expansion (5-0)
- Approved final plat for Spring Creek Ridge West Plat 1 (5-0)
- Approved $3,000 funding for Altoona Historical Society event (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including pay apps and permits (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a conditional site plan for Southeast Polk Middle School and a rezoning request for Blue Ridge Plat 3. The agenda also includes several professional services agreements and various payment applications for infrastructure projects.
- Public hearing and resolution for Southeast Polk Middle School conditional site plan
- Public hearing and ordinance for Blue Ridge Plat 3 rezoning and development plan
- Graff Excavating Inc. water main replacement payment of $231,744.43
- Graff Excavating Inc. Muchikinock Creek Trunk Sewer payment of $16,187.70
- Landmark Structures payment of $5,366.07
The Altoona City Council voted 5-0 to deny an ordinance rezoning 1375 and 1545 Adventureland Drive from C-2 (General Commercial) to R-5 (Planned Unit Development) for multifamily development, after several members raised concerns about converting commercial land to residential. The council also voted 5-0 to deny the related Blue Ridge Plat 3 development plan. A conditional site plan for Southeast Polk Middle School's east parking lot was approved 5-0, and a resident's request to waive a $35 red tag fee was denied 3-2. The consent agenda, including bills, pay applications, and event permits, was approved 5-0.
- Denied rezoning 1375 and 1545 Adventureland Drive from C-2 to R-5 (5-0)
- Denied Blue Ridge Plat 3 development plan (5-0)
- Approved conditional site plan for Southeast Polk Middle School east parking lot (5-0)
- Denied request to waive $35 red tag fee for 801 Scenic View Blvd. (3-2)
- Approved consent agenda including bills, pay applications, and agreements (5-0)
- Approved May 6, 2024 council minutes (5-0)
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
City Council
The Altoona City Council will hold public hearings regarding the FY2024 budget amendment and a request to rezone 4.914 acres for village commercial use. The meeting also includes the swearing in of three fire department personnel and several infrastructure payment approvals.
- Public hearing for FY2024 budget amendment (Tax Rate 10.75369)
- Rezoning request from BTW Companies for 4.914 acres to C-4 Village Commercial
- Amendment to Chapter 159 Sign Code to add M1A criteria
- Approval of Final Plat for Prairie Landing Plat 1
- Infrastructure payments including $295,231.45 for 8th Street SE Widening
The City Council adopted an amended budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The council also approved a rezoning request for BTW Companies and updated the city's sign code. A final plat for Prairie Landing Plat 1 was approved subject to meeting deficiencies.
- Adopted amended FY2024 budget with tax rate 10.75369 (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of 4.914 acres to C-4 Village Commercial for BTW Companies (5-0)
- Approved modifications to Chapter 159 Sign Code adding M1A criteria (5-0)
- Approved Final Plat for Prairie Landing Plat 1 subject to deficiencies (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $800k+ in infrastructure pay apps and change orders (5-0)
- Approved various beer and liquor permits (5-0)
- Swore in Fire Department personnel Kaleb Badker, Emma Kolb, and Zach Tracy
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the annual budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, with a tax rate of 10.75369. The meeting also includes discussions on the Tuscany Pond Enhancement Project and several zoning requests.
- Adoption of the Annual Budget for the year ending June 30, 2025 (Tax Rate 10.75369)
- Plans, contract, and award for the 2024 Tuscany Pond Enhancement Project
- Rezoning request from BTW Companies for 4.914 acres to C-4 Village Commercial
- Annexation moratorium agreement with the City of Mitchellville
- Zoning restriction lift at 501 8th Street SW for 'Restaurants and Cafes'
The City Council approved an annual budget of approximately $129M for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, maintaining the current tax rate. The council also awarded a pond enhancement contract and approved several zoning and annexation agreements.
- Adopted FY 2025 annual budget of approx. $129M with tax rate 10.75369 (5-0)
- Awarded 2024 Tuscany Pond Enhancement Project to Reilly Construction Co., Inc. for $1,513,992.76 (5-0)
- Approved first reading of rezoning 4.914 acres to C-4 Village Commercial for BTW Companies (5-0)
- Approved annexation moratorium agreement with the City of Mitchellville (5-0)
- Approved lifting zoning restriction to allow restaurants and cafes at 501 8th Street SW (5-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat for Brookhaven Estates 25 single-family lots (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $14,610.00 for 8th Street SW Pedestrian Bridge Repairs (5-0)
- Approved alcohol licenses for Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse and Caseys General Store #6 (5-0)
City Council
The Altoona City Council is holding a budget meeting to discuss the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year 2024/25. This meeting includes a public hearing regarding the tax rate.
- Public Hearing for Proposed Property Tax Levy for FY 24/25
The Altoona City Council met on April 1, 2024 for a budget meeting. A required public hearing on the proposed FY 24/25 property tax levy was opened and closed at 6:16 p.m.; staff said the proposed levy rate is $10.75369 and no one came forward to speak. The council then adjourned at 6:16 p.m. on a 5-0 vote. No other decisions are recorded in these minutes.
- Opened and closed public hearing on proposed FY 24/25 property tax levy rate of $10.75369; no public comment
- Adjourned the meeting at 6:16 p.m. (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Stonebridge Development Plan and the 8th Street SW Reconstruction-Phase 2 Project. The meeting also includes discussions on the FY24/25 City Annual Budget and various zoning requests.
- Public hearing for Stonebridge Development Plan amendment by Cramer and Associates
- Contract approval for 8th Street SW Reconstruction-Phase 2 with Absolute Concrete Construction, Inc.
- Site Plan approval for Charlotte’s Kitchen
- Change Order No.3 for North Water Tower with Veenstra & Kimm Inc. ($10,799.00)
- Agreement with Iowa Dept. of Agriculture and Land Stewardship for $500,000 for Townsend Pond Project
The City Council approved the plans and contract for the 8th Street SW Reconstruction-Phase 2 project. The council also approved a site plan for a drive-thru building for Charlotte’s Kitchen and denied an amendment to the Stonebridge Development Plan.
- Approved 8th Street SW Reconstruction Phase 2 contract with Absolute Concrete Construction, Inc. for $4,814,258.00 (5-0)
- Denied Stonebridge Development Plan Amendment (5-0)
- Approved Site Plan for Charlotte’s Kitchen drive-thru building at 109 8th Street SW (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including $10,799 change order for North Water Tower and $20,405 payment to Landmark Structures (5-0)
- Approved agreement with Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship for $500,000 Townsend Pond Project funding (5-0)
- Approved 2024 Aquatic Park Rates/Fees (5-0)
- Approved Hope Agency DSM 5K event request for May 11, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Fireside Grille LLC (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Stonebridge Development Plan and the 2018 Altoona Comprehensive Plan Northwest Amendment. The meeting also includes several decisions regarding sports league facility agreements and a water bill relief request.
- Public hearing for Stonebridge Development Plan amendment by Cramer and Associates
- Public hearing and resolution for the 2018 Altoona Comprehensive Plan Northwest Amendment
- Water bill relief request for 637 Sunset Drive SE in the amount of $140.33
- Pay App #19 to Graff Excavating, Inc. for Muchikinock Creek Trunk Sewer ($8,426.40)
- Development, operation, and lease agreements for multiple sports league facilities
The City Council approved an update to the Northwest Altoona Comprehensive Plan to accommodate industrial and light office park growth. The council also granted a water bill relief request and approved a wide-ranging consent agenda including sports facility leases.
- Approved Northwest Altoona Comprehensive Plan amendment (5-0)
- Approved $140.33 water bill relief for resident at 637 Sunset Drive SE (5-0)
- Continued public hearing for Stonebridge Development Plan amendment (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including sports league facility lease agreements (5-0)
- Approved $8,426.40 payment to Graff Excavating, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Big Steer Restaurant/Lounge (5-0)
- Approved event requests for Prairie Meadows Fireworks and CFF Great Strides (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreements for a Public Works Building/Satellite Fire Station and annual capital improvements. The council will also consider plans, contracts, and awards for the Water Main Replacement 2023 Project.
- Public hearing and resolutions for Urban Renewal Loan Agreements (Public Works Building/Satellite Fire Station and Annual Capital Improvements)
- Approval of plans, contracts, and awards for the Water Main Replacement 2023 Project
- Site plan approval for Equipment Share
- Preliminary Plat approvals for Spring Creek Ridge West and Townhomes at Scenic Ridge
- Water bill relief request for 505 3rd Street SE in the amount of $124.44
The City Council approved loan agreements for a $60 million Public Works and Fire Station project and a $3.5 million street improvement project. Additionally, the council awarded a $593,678.50 contract for the 2023 Water Main Replacement project to Graff Excavating and approved several site plans and plats. A resident's request for a $124.44 water bill credit was denied.
- Approved $60M Urban Renewal Loan Agreement for public facilities (5-0)
- Approved $3.5M Urban Renewal Loan Agreement for 8th St SW project (5-0)
- Awarded $593,678.50 water main contract to Graff Excavating (5-0)
- Approved Equipment Share site plan (5-0)
- Approved Spring Creek Ridge West preliminary plat (5-0)
- Approved Townhomes at Scenic Ridge preliminary plat (5-0)
- Denied $124.44 water bill relief request (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including event requests and liquor permits (5-0)
City Council
The Altoona City Council will consider contracts for pickleball courts at Ironwood Park and a pond stabilization project at Spring Creek Park. The meeting also includes a public hearing to replace massage therapy licensing with new massage therapy and reflexology regulations.
- Ironwood Park Pickleball Courts contract and bond approval
- Spring Creek North Pond Stabilization Project contract and bond approval
- Repealing and replacing Chapter 125 regarding Massage Therapy and Reflexology licensing
- Partial vacation of 8th Street SW Right-of-Way Lot B
- Pay App #20 for Landmark Structures: $39,263.50
The Altoona City Council approved construction contracts for the Ironwood Park pickleball courts and the Spring Creek Park North Pond stabilization project. The council also passed an ordinance to include reflexology in massage therapy business licensing and approved the partial vacation of 8th Street SW right-of-way. Additionally, the council set public hearings for the FY 25 property tax levy and the 2023 water main replacement project.
- Approved $188,888.88 contract for Ironwood Park pickleball courts (4-0)
- Approved $346,096.30 contract for Spring Creek North Pond project (4-0)
- Passed ordinance adding reflexology to massage business licensing (4-0)
- Approved partial vacation of 8th Street SW right-of-way (4-0)
- Approved $39,263.50 payment to Landmark Structures (4-0)
- Set public hearing for FY 25 property tax levy on April 1, 2024 (4-0)
- Set public hearing for 2023 water main replacement on March 4, 2024 (4-0)
- Swore in Officers Ashlyn Breckenridge and Justin Sand
City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions, including setting public hearings for urban renewal loan agreements and park projects. The agenda also includes discussions on drainage easement vacations and various alcohol permit requests.
- Public hearing for partial vacation of Drainage Easement Lot 1, Falcon Ridge Plat 8
- Pay App #6 for Heritage Homes Storm Water Improvements: $5,000.00
- Pay App #7 for 2022 Water Main Replacements: $29,263.35
- Public hearing for Spring Creek Park North Pond Stabilization Project
- Public hearing for Ironwood Park Pickleball Courts
The City Council approved an ordinance to vacate the north 25 feet of a drainage easement at Falcon Ridge Plat 8. The council also approved a consent agenda including several payment applications, liquor permits, and the scheduling of multiple public hearings.
- Approved ordinance vacating portion of Drainage Easement Lot 1, Falcon Ridge Plat 8 (4-0-1)
- Approved payment of $5,000.00 to Jackson Creek Enterprises, Inc. for Heritage Homes Storm Water Improvements-Phase 4 (5-0)
- Approved payment of $29,263.35 to Jackson Creek Enterprises, Inc. for 2022 Water Main Replacements Project (5-0)
- Approved writing off rescue fees for bad debt accounts from 10-1-2023 thru 12-31-2023 (5-0)
- Approved liquor permits for Lucky Wife Wine Solutions, Casey’s General Store (#2870 and #3789), Flip’N Jacks Pancake House & Eatery, and Casa Agave Mexican Cuisine (5-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for February 19, 2024, to repeal and replace Chapter 125 (5-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for February 19, 2024, for Spring Creek Park North Pond Stabilization Project and Ironwood Park Pickleball Courts (5-0)
- Approved resolutions for Muchikinock Sanitary Sewer Project easements (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding amendments to water and wastewater service charge rates. The council will also consider an ordinance to repeal and replace the city's election code.
- Public hearing: Water Service Charges (Chapter 92.02)
- Public hearing: Wastewater Service Charges (Chapter 98.10)
- Public hearing and ordinance: City Elections (Chapter 6)
- Pay App #8: Iowa Sports Turf for Sam Wise Youth Complex Renovation Phase #2 ($10,000.00)
- Pay App #10: Absolute Concrete Construction, Inc. for 1st Avenue Reconstruction Phase III ($537,930.41)
The City Council approved ordinances to increase water and wastewater service rates. The council also voted to change the city's election ordinance from a run-off type to a Chapter 45 type. A consent agenda including various fund transfers and construction payments was approved.
- Approved water rate increase of $.57 per thousand gallons (5-0)
- Approved wastewater rate increase of $.59 per thousand gallons to $10.41 total (5-0)
- Approved replacing Chapter 6 election ordinance to change from run-off to Chapter 45 type (5-0)
- Approved $537,930.41 payment to Absolute Concrete Construction, Inc. for 1st Avenue Reconstruction (5-0)
- Approved $10,000.00 payment to Iowa Sports Turf for Sam Wise Youth Complex Renovation (5-0)
- Approved alcohol licenses for Wal-Mart Supercenter #2764 and Dollar General #7234 (5-0)
- Approved multiple fund transfers between General, CIP, TIF, Water, and Sewer funds (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will swear in two new members and consider several ordinance amendments. Discussion items include new building security provisions for construction and updates to windshield and window regulations. The council will also review various appointments and funding applications for road reconstruction.
- Public hearing for new building security provisions for new construction
- Public hearing to amend windshield and window ordinances
- Resolution for Prairie Crossing Plat 9 final plat
- Funding applications for Adventureland Drive NW reconstruction
- Pay applications totaling over $650,000 for various city projects
The Altoona City Council approved two ordinances updating windshield/window rules to match state law and adding building security standards for new R-2 multi-housing construction. The council also approved the final plat for Prairie Crossing Plat 9, made numerous appointments to boards and committees, and approved a consent agenda including pay applications and grant applications.
- Approved ordinance updating Chapter 62.11 (windshields/windows) to match Iowa Code (5-0)
- Approved ordinance adding building security standards for new R-2 construction (5-0)
- Approved final plat for Prairie Crossing Plat 9 (5-0)
- Approved mayor's appointments to boards/committees (5-0)
- Approved council appointments including city attorney and official paper (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including pay apps and grant applications (5-0)