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SheldonIA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$173,600 Typical home value $227,273 +7.6% yr/yr · +39.4% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (8)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Cemetery Board
- Dave Vande Brake
- Glen Goedken
- Kory Jacobsma
- Marv Van Riesen
Who’s on the Special City Council Meeting
- Tom Eggers
- Ken Snyder
- Pete Hamill
- Shantel Oostra
Recent meetings
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 16:30
Special City Council Meeting
Sheldon City Council to interview City Manager candidates
The City Council is holding a special meeting to potentially enter a closed session. The purpose of the session is to conduct virtual interviews for City Manager candidates.
- Virtual interviews of City Manager candidates
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Special City Council Meeting
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in the SCDC Conference Room at 416 9th St.
| Agenda published on 10/26/2026 at 8:18 AM
Call to Order, Roll Call
1.
Approval of Agenda
2.
New Business
Possible Closed Session to Conduct Virtual Interviews of City Manager
Candidates per Iowa Code 21.5(1)i()
a.
3.
Reports
Mayor and Council Comments.
a.
4.
Adjourn
5.
F.Y.I.
6.
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Sheldon City Council to consider property purchase and city manager candidates
The City Council will meet to discuss new business including attorney fee reimbursements and job advertisements. The agenda includes two possible closed sessions to discuss the purchase of property and potential City Manager candidates.
- Possible closed session to consider purchase of property
- Possible closed session to consider City Manager candidates
- Request for reimbursement of attorney fees
- Beer permit renewals for Family Dollar
- Approval of retirement for Roy Johannes, Wastewater Department
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportunity to hear comments from you at the beginning of the City
Council meeting for items both on and off the agenda, except for “public hearing” items. During Public
Forum, the City Council receives comments and refrains from speaking. The Mayor may ask the City
Call to Order, Roll Call.
1.
Approval of Agenda.
2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written Comments.
a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.
a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.
b.
Financial Reports.
c.
Approval of Retirement from Roy Johannes, Wastewater Department.
d.
Approval of Beer Permit Renewals for Family Dollar.
e.
Approval of Resignation Notice from Kayla Leikvold.
f.
4.
Old Business.
5.
New Business.
Approval of Job Description and Authorization to Advertise for Opening.
a.
Consider Request for Reimbursement of Attorney Fees.
b.
Possible Closed Session to Consider Purchase of Property, per Iowa Code
21.5.
c.
Possible Closed Session to Consider City Manager Candidates, per Iowa
Code 21.5(1)(i).
d.
6.
Reports.
Mayor and Council Comments.
a.
7.
Adjourn.
8.
F.Y.I.
9.
Manager …
Sat Oct 10, 2026 · 08:00
Special City Council Meeting
Sheldon City Council to interview City Manager candidates
The City Council is holding a special meeting to potentially enter a closed session. The purpose of the session is to conduct interviews with candidates for City Manager.
- Interviews with City Manager candidates
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Special City Council Meeting
Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 8:00 am
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St.
| Agenda published on 10/08/2026 at 1:40 PM
Call to Order, Roll Call
1.
Approval of Agenda
2.
New Business
Possible Closed Session to Conduct Interviews with City Manager
Candidates per Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i).
a.
3.
Reports
Mayor and Council Comments.
a.
4.
Adjourn
5.
F.Y.I.
6.
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Sheldon council to weigh possible closed session on property purchase
The Sheldon City Council meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 4:30 pm in Council Chambers at 416 9th St. Most of the agenda is a consent list approved in one motion, covering minutes, claims, a retirement notice, an alcohol permit renewal, the annual finance report, and change orders on two projects. The only new business listed is a possible closed session under Iowa Code 21.5 regarding a possible purchase of property. No old business is listed.
- Possible closed session under Iowa Code 21.5 for a possible purchase of property
- Consent agenda includes Change Order #5 for the Sheldon Upper Story Project
- Consent agenda includes Change Order #2 and Pay Application #2 on the W Park Str and D Street Drainage Project
- Retirement notice from Rick Kobbe, effective December 28, 2026
- Alcohol permit renewal for Crossroads Travel Plaza; annual finance report for FY 2025-2026
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
*Public Forum
Call to Order, Roll Call.
1.
Approval of Agenda.
2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written Comments.
a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.
a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.
b.
Approval of Retirement Notice from Rick Kobbe, Effective December 28,
2026.
c.
Approval of Alcohol Permit Renewal for Crossroads Travel Plaza.
d.
Approval of Annual Finance Report (AFR) for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
e.
Approval of SCAT Applicant - Angel Zamora-Gonzalez.
f.
Approval of City of Sheldon Employee Handbook.
g.
Approval of Transfers Resolution for Fiscal Year 25-26.
h.
Approval of Resolution Approving Change Order #5 for Sheldon Upper Story
Project.
i.
Approval of Change Order #2 and Pay Application #2 on W Park Str and D
Street Drainage Project.
j.
4.
Old Business.
5.
New Business.
Possible Closed Session Per Iowa Code 21.5 - Possible Purchase of Property.
a.
6.
Reports.
Mayor and Council Comments.
a.
7.
Adjourn.
8.
F.Y.I.
9.
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportunity to hear comments from you at the beginning of the City
Council meeting for items both on and off the agenda, except for “pub …
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 07:00
Special City Council Meeting
Sheldon council may meet privately to evaluate city manager candidates
The Sheldon City Council is holding a special meeting on Monday, October 5, 2026 at 7:00 am in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. The only substantive agenda item is a possible closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) to evaluate the professional competency of candidates for the city manager position. The agenda lists no other business, and the meeting is scheduled to adjourn afterward.
- Possible closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) to evaluate candidates for city manager
- Meeting held in person only at 416 9th St.
- Agenda published 10/02/2026 at 3:19 PM
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Special City Council Meeting
Monday, October 5, 2026 at 7:00 am
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St.
| Agenda published on 10/02/2026 at 3:19 PM
Call to Order, Roll Call
1.
New Business
Possible Closed Session per Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) For Evaluation of the
Professional Competency of Persons Being Evaluated as Candidates for City
Manager Position.
a.
2.
Adjourn
3.
Sat Sep 26, 2026 · 08:00
Special City Council Meeting
Sheldon council may hold closed session to interview city manager candidates
The Sheldon City Council meets in a special session on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 8:00 am, in person only, in the third floor conference room at 416 9th St. The main item of business is a possible closed session to conduct virtual interviews with City Manager candidates under Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i). The agenda also includes approval of the agenda, a public forum, and reports from the Mayor and Council. No contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are listed.
- Possible closed session to conduct virtual interviews with City Manager candidates, per Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i)
- Public Forum for items on and off the agenda, with a four-minute limit per speaker
- Approval of the agenda
- Mayor and Council comments under Reports
- Meeting held in person only at 416 9th St., third floor conference room
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Special City Council Meeting
Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 8:00 am
Meeting will be held (in person only) in third floor conference room at 416 9th St.
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportunity to hear comments from you at the beginning of the City
Council meeting for items both on and off the agenda, except for “public hearing” items. During Public
Forum, the City Council receives comments and refrains from speaking. The Mayor may ask the City
Manager to follow up. The number of speakers will not usually be limited at the public forum; total length
of the forum is desired to not exceed ½ hour, and may be lengthened at the discretion of the Mayor and
Council. Anyone who wants to speak during Public Comment Period should do the following:
Call to Order, Roll Call
1.
Approval of Agenda
2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*
Verbal and Written comments.
a.
3.
New Business
Possible Closed Session to Conduct Virtual Interviews with City Manager
Candidates per Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i).
a.
4.
Reports
Mayor and Council Comments.
a.
5.
Adjourn
6.
F.Y.I.
7.
Raise your hand to be recognized by the Mayor and then come to the podium and state your
name and address. If you have handouts, please give them to the City Clerk before the
meeting.
1.
Be concise and limit comments to four minutes. You may not save your time for later or yield
the remainder of your time to someone else. After speaking, please be seated.
2.
If you are addressing a matter on the age …
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 16:30
Special City Council Meeting
Council may hold closed session to consider city manager applicants
The Sheldon City Council is holding a special meeting with a public forum for comments on agenda and non-agenda items. The main item of new business is a possible closed session to consider city manager applicants under Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i). No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.
- Possible closed session to consider city manager applicants (Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i))
- Public forum for comments on items on and off the agenda
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Special City Council Meeting
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in the Conference Room on the third floor at 416 9th St.
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportunity to hear comments from you at the beginning of the City
Council meeting for items both on and off the agenda, except for “public hearing” items. During Public
Forum, the City Council receives comments and refrains from speaking. The Mayor may ask the City
Manager to follow up. The number of speakers will not usually be limited at the public forum; total length
of the forum is desired to not exceed ½ hour, and may be lengthened at the discretion of the Mayor and
Council. Anyone who wants to speak during Public Comment Period should do the following:
Call to Order, Roll Call
1.
Approval of Agenda
2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*
Verbal and Written comments.
a.
3.
New Business
Possible Closed Session to Consider City Manager Applicants per Iowa Code
Section 21.5(1)(i).
a.
4.
Reports
Mayor and Council Comments.
a.
5.
Adjourn
6.
F.Y.I.
7.
Raise your hand to be recognized by the Mayor and then come to the podium and state your
name and address. If you have handouts, please give them to the City Clerk before the
meeting.
1.
Be concise and limit comments to four minutes. You may not save your time for later or yield
the remainder of your time to someone else. After speaking, please be seated.
2.
If you are addressing a matter on the agenda, state …
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to consider purchase agreement, goal planning, and possible property purchase
The Sheldon City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 16, 2026, covering consent items, old and new business. Key actions include approving a purchase agreement, discussing goal planning and Children's World, and possibly entering a closed session to discuss purchasing property. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, claims, financial reports, fire applicants, liquor and beer permits, a street closure, and setting special meetings for city manager interviews.
- Approval of purchase agreement (New Business item a)
- Possible closed session per Iowa Code 21.5 for possible purchase of property
- Approval of liquor license renewal for Backyard Brew
- Approval of new beer permit for Family Dollar
- Approval of street closure for Sheldon Fire Department fundraiser on October 12, 2026
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.
1.
Approval of Agenda.
2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written Comments.
a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.
a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.
b.
Financial Reports.
c.
Approval of Fire Applicants - Jesse Vazquez & Eli Schroeder.
d.
Set a Special Council Meeting on September 23, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. to consider
City Manager Applicants.
e.
Set a Special Council Meeting on September 26, 2026 to Hold Virtual
Interviews with City Manager Candidates, time to be set by posted agenda.
f.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Backyard Brew.
g.
Approval of Beer Permit Renewal for Kwik Trip.
h.
Approval of New Beer Permit for Family Dollar.
i.
Approval of Street Closure for The Sheldon Fire Department Fundraiser on
October 12, 2026
j.
Approval of SCAT Applicant - Jesse Vazquez.
k.
Approval of 25-26 Road Use Tax Report and Resolution.
l.
4.
Old Business.
5.
New Business.
Approval of Purchase Agreement
a.
Discussion on Goal Planning.
b.
Discussion on Children's World.
c.
Possible Closed Session per Iowa Code 21.5--Possible Purchase of Property.
d.
6.
Reports.
7.
*Public …
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Sheldon City Council to discuss drainage projects and street speed limits
The City Council will consider engineering agreements and pay estimates for several drainage projects. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a nuisance at 315 W 8th Street and speed limits on E 6th Street.
- Pay Estimate #1 for Wyman & 16th Street Drainage Project: $100,997.35
- Change Order #1 and Pay Estimate #1 for W Park Street & D Street Drainage Project: $104,795.69
- Engineering Agreement for N 5th Avenue Lift Station Relocation Project
- Street closure request from Sheldon Scoop for September 28
- Discussion on E 6th Street speed limit
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✓ Decided: Council approves engineering agreement for N 5th Ave lift station relocation
The Sheldon City Council approved an engineering agreement for the N 5th Avenue Lift Station Relocation Project, a pay estimate for the Wyman & 16th Street Drainage Project, and a change order and pay estimate for the W Park Street & D Street Drainage Project. The council also discussed a nuisance property at 315 W 8th Street and a possible speed limit change on E 6th Street, but no decisions were recorded on those items. A possible closed session was added to the agenda for potential land purchase, but no action is noted in the minutes.
- Approved engineering agreement for N 5th Avenue Lift Station Relocation Project
- Approved Pay Estimate #1 for Wyman & 16th Street Drainage Project ($100,997.35)
- Approved Change Order #1 and Pay Estimate #1 for W Park Street & D Street Drainage Project ($104,795.69)
- Approved consent agenda items including minutes, claims, appointment of Dr. Ryan Becker to Airport Commission, street closure for Sheldon Scoop, liquor license renewals, and Snowtrackers route
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.
1.
Approval of Agenda.
2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written Comments.
a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.
a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.
b.
Confirm Mayor's Appointment of Dr. Ryan Becker to Airport Commission.
c.
Approval of Request from Sheldon Scoop for Street Closure on September
28.
d.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Cook's Cafe/Langer's Bar & Grill/The
Lounge.
e.
Approval of O'Brien County Snowtrackers Route.
f.
4.
Old Business.
5.
New Business.
O'Brien County Economic Development Report--Kiana Johnson.
a.
Approval of Engineering Agreement for N 5th Avenue Lift Station Relocation
Project.
b.
Approval of Pay Estimate #1 for the Wyman & 16th Street Drainage Project in
the amount of $100,997.35.
c.
Approval of Change Order #1 and Pay Estimate #1 on the W Park Street & D
Street Drainage Project in the amount of $104,795.69.
d.
Discussion on Nuisance at 315 W 8th Street.
e.
Discussion on E 6th Street Speed Limit.
f.
6.
Reports.
Zoning/Code Enforcement Reports.
a.
Mayor and Council Comments.
b.
7.
Adjourn.
8.
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the Ci …
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Minutes
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 4:30 pm
AMENDED ON 09/01/26 AT 7:29 A.M. TO ADD POSSIBLE CLOSED SESSION
ON POTENTIAL PURCHASE OF PROPERTY.
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.
1.
Approval of Agenda.
2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written Comments.
a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
Minutes.
a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.
b.
Confirm Mayor's Appointment of Dr. Ryan Becker to Airport Commission.
c.
Approval of Request from Sheldon Scoop for Street Closure on September
28.
d.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Cook's Cafe/Langer's Bar & Grill/The
Lounge.
e.
Approval of O'Brien County Snowtrackers Route.
f.
4.
Old Business.
5.
New Business.
O'Brien County Economic Development Report--Kiana Johnson.
a.
Approval of Engineering Agreement for N 5th Avenue Lift Station Relocation
Project.
b.
Approval of Pay Estimate #1 for the Wyman & 16th Street Drainage Project in
the amount of $100,997.35.
c.
Approval of Change Order #1 and Pay Estimate #1 on the W Park Street & D
Street Drainage Project in the amount of $104,795.69.
d.
Discussion on Nuisance at 315 W 8th Street.
e.
Discussion on E 6th Street Speed Limit.
f.
Possible Closed Session per Iowa Code 21.5 for Potential Purchase of Land.
g.
6.
Reports.
Zoning/Code Enforcement Reports.
a.
7.
DRAFT
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportun …
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
Board to consider variance at 701 3rd Avenue
The Sheldon Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial meeting to consider a variance request for a property at 701 3rd Avenue. The board can only approve or deny the request, and may attach stipulations. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a city manager's report.
- Consider variance at 701 3rd Avenue
- Approve minutes of June 10, 2026
- Board member comments and City Manager's report
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Board of Adjustment
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Attendees: Chairman Terry Braaksma, Jason Noteboom (County), Renee Popkes, Lee
Reuvers (County), April Schaeffer, Dave Vande Brake & Gwen Veltkamp
Meeting to be held in person at City Council Chambers (416 9th St). You may watch via YouTube Live.
The Board of Adjustment (BOA) is a quasi-judicial body composed of 7 members. 5 are appointed by the
Mayor and confirmed by the City Council; 2 members are appointed by the O'Brien County Board of
Supervisors. Decisions by the BOA can be appealed to court, but cannot be appealed to the City
Council.
Here's the link to our Zoning Code - updated March 29, 2021. Here is the link to the 2010 Subdivision
Code. Here is the 3-dimensional zoning map (July 24, 2024).
The Board’s role is only to approve or deny the request. The Board is also allowed to require stipulations
of approval to the extent allowed by code. If the request is denied, the City (not the Board) must
determine if and what actions it wants to take regarding an applicant’s unauthorized activities.
| Agenda published on 08/18/2026 at 3:04 PM
Call to Order, Roll Call.
1.
Approve minutes of June 10, 2026.
2.
Consider Variance at 701 3rd Avenue.
3.
Board member comments and City Manager’s report.
4.
Adjourn.
5.
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to consider engineering contracts for 19th Avenue and Hwy 18 frontage roads
The Sheldon City Council will hold its regular meeting, starting with public forum and consent agenda items. Under new business, the council will consider engineering contracts for 19th Avenue and Highway 18 frontage roads, and discuss the City Manager position profile. The meeting is in person only, with a YouTube Live option.
- Engineering contract on 19th Avenue
- Engineering contract on Hwy 18 Frontage Roads
- Discussion on City Manager Position Profile
- Liquor license renewal for Crossroads Pavilion Event Center
- Approval of SCAT applicants
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportunity to hear comments from you at the beginning of the City
Council meeting for items both on and off the agenda, except for “public hearing” items. During Public
Forum, the City Council receives comments and refrains from speaking. The Mayor may ask the City
Manager to follow up. The number of speakers will not usually be limited at the public forum; total length
of the forum is desired to not exceed ½ hour, and may be lengthened at the discretion of the Mayor and
Council. Anyone who wants to speak during Public Comment Period should do the following:
1. Raise your hand to be recognized by the Mayor and then come to the podium and state your name
Call to Order, Roll Call.
1.
Approval of Agenda.
2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written Comments.
a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.
a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.
b.
Financial Reports.
c.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Crossroads Pavilion Event Center.
d.
Approval of SCAT Applicants.
e.
4.
Old Business.
5.
New Business.
Engineering Contract on 19th Avenue.
a.
Engineering Co …
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to hold public hearings on rezoning and easement near Sheldon Crossing
The Sheldon City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning lots adjacent to Sheldon Crossing and Trijinks Addition, and on an easement in Trijinks Addition. The council will also discuss a city manager recruitment agreement and job description, consider an engineering agreement for 2nd Avenue Rehabilitation, and review a 9th Street proposal. Several consent agenda items include liquor license renewals and a library agreement with Archer.
- Public hearing to rezone lots adjacent to Sheldon Crossing and Trijinks Addition
- Public hearing on easement in Trijinks Addition
- Approval of City Manager Recruitment Agreement
- Approval of Engineering Agreement for 2nd Avenue Rehabilitation
- Approval of Temporary Outdoor Liquor License at Brady's Pub
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written Comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Approval of 2nd Qtr Ambulance Insurance Adjustments.c.
Approval of Temporary Outdoor Liquor License at Brady's Pub.d.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Los Tulipanes, LLC.e.
Approval of Beer Permit Renewal for Sheldon Truck Plaza, Inc.f.
Approval of Cigarette Permit for Highway Liquor & Smokeshop, LLC.g.
Approval of Library Agreement with Archer.h.
Mayor's Appointment of Dominic Seivert to the Crossroads Pavilion Event
Center Board.
i.
Approval of Satisfaction and Release of Contract for Deed--Dave's Auto
Wash.
j.
4.
Old Business.5.
New Business.
Public Hearing to Rezone Lots Adjacent to Sheldon Crossing and Trijinks
Addition.
a.
Public Hearing on Easement in Trijinks Addition.b.
Approval of City Manager Recruitment Agreement.c.
Discussion on City Manager Job Description.d.
Discussion on Liquor Liability Limit at Crossroads Pavilion Event Center.e.
Approval of Engineering Agreement for 2nd Avenue Rehabilitation.f.
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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 16:30
Special City Council Meeting
Council to discuss city manager vacancy with consulting firm
The Sheldon City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the city manager vacancy, including a meeting with Theia Management Consulting. The agenda includes a public forum for comments on and off the agenda, followed by old business and reports.
- Meeting with Theia Management Consulting on City Manager Vacancy
- Discussion on City Manager Vacancy
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Special City Council Meeting
Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportunity to hear comments from you at the beginning of the City
Council meeting for items both on and off the agenda, except for “public hearing” items. During Public
Forum, the City Council receives comments and refrains from speaking. The Mayor may ask the City
Manager to follow up. The number of speakers will not usually be limited at the public forum; total length
of the forum is desired to not exceed ½ hour, and may be lengthened at the discretion of the Mayor and
Council. Anyone who wants to speak during Public Comment Period should do the following:
Call to Order, Roll Call1.
Approval of Agenda2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*
Verbal and Written comments.a.
3.
Old Business
Meeting with Theia Management Consulting on City Manager Vacancy.a.
Discussion on City Manager Vacancy.b.
4.
New Business5.
Reports
Mayor and Council Comments.a.
6.
Adjourn7.
F.Y.I.8.
Raise your hand to be recognized by the Mayor and then come to the podium and state your
name and address. If you have handouts, please give them to the City Clerk before the
meeting.
1.
Be concise and limit comments to four minutes. You may not save your time for later or yield
the remainder of your time to someone else. After speaking, please be seated.
2.
If you are addressing a m …
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to vote on loan agreement, tax levy, and TIF spending plan
The Sheldon City Council will vote on a resolution authorizing a loan agreement and issuing notes with a tax levy, and discuss FY 27 TIF expenditures. Consent items include setting public hearing dates for two rezoning requests and an easement, plus appointments to the fire department, SCAT, and the Library Board.
- Resolution to approve loan agreement and issue notes, with tax levy
- Discussion on FY 27 TIF expenditures
- Set public hearing for rezoning of 910 Prairie Trail Road and 921 Prairie Trail Road
- Set public hearing for rezoning of newly created lot in Trijinks Addition
- Set public hearing for easement in Trijinks Addition
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✓ Decided: Council approves loan agreement and tax levy for notes
The Sheldon City Council approved a resolution authorizing a loan agreement and the issuance of notes, including a tax levy to pay them, and approved a tax exemption certificate. The council also set public hearing dates for rezoning requests at 910 and 921 Prairie Trail Road and for a newly created lot in Trijinks Addition, as well as for an easement in Trijinks Addition. Appointments and consent agenda items were approved, but no substantive decisions were made on the city manager vacancy or FY 27 TIF expenditures, which were only discussed.
- Approved resolution for loan agreement, note issuance, and tax levy
- Approved tax exemption certificate
- Set public hearing date for rezoning of 910 and 921 Prairie Trail Road
- Set public hearing date for rezoning of newly created lot in Trijinks Addition
- Set public hearing date for easement in Trijinks Addition
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and financial reports
- Approved fire applicant Joshua Witvoet
- Approved SCAT applicant Jayda Hinrichsen
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Financial Reports.c.
Set Date & Time for Public Hearing on Rezoning of 910 Prairie Trail Road and
921 Prairie Trail Road.
d.
Approval of Fire Applicant, Joshua Witvoet.e.
Approval of SCAT Applicant, Jayda Hinrichsen.f.
Set Date & Time for Public Hearing on Rezoning of Newly Created Lot in
Trijinks Addition.
g.
Set Date & Time for Public Hearing on Easement in Trijinks Addition.h.
Approval of Resolution Designating Posting of Agendas.i.
Approval of Mayor's Appointment of Diane Schemper to the Library Board.j.
4.
Old Business.
Discussion on City Manager Vacancy.a.
5.
New Business.
Approval of Resolution Approving and Authorizing a Form of Loan Agreement
and Authorizing and Providing for the Issuance, and Levying a tax to Pay the
Notes; Approval of the Tax Exemption Certifiicate.
a.
Discussion on FY 27 TIF Expenditures.b.
6.
Reports.
Mayor and Council Comments.a.
7.
Adjourn.8.
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Public Forum is the City Council’s o …
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Regular City Council Meeting
Minutes
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Financial Reports.c.
Set Date & Time for Public Hearing on Rezoning of 910 Prairie Trail Road and
921 Prairie Trail Road.
d.
Approval of Fire Applicant, Joshua Witvoet.e.
Approval of SCAT Applicant, Jayda Hinrichsen.f.
Set Date & Time for Public Hearing on Rezoning of Newly Created Lot in
Trijinks Addition.
g.
Set Date & Time for Public Hearing on Easement in Trijinks Addition.h.
Approval of Resolution Designating Posting of Agendas.i.
Approval of Mayor's Appointment of Diane Schemper to the Library Board.j.
4.
Old Business.
Discussion on City Manager Vacancy.a.
5.
New Business.
Approval of Resolution Approving and Authorizing a Form of Loan Agreement
and Authorizing and Providing for the Issuance, and Levying a tax to Pay the
Notes; Approval of the Tax Exemption Certifiicate.
a.
Discussion on FY 27 TIF Expenditures.b.
6.
Reports.
Mayor and Council Comments.a.
7.
Adjourn.8.
F.Y.I.9.
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportunity to hear comments from you at the beginning of the City
Council meeting for items both on and off the agenda, except for “public hearing” items. Dur …
Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 16:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
Trijinks Addition rezoning and easement vacation requests
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two rezoning requests: one for a newly created lot in the Trijinks Addition and another for two properties on Prairie Trail Road, all from Agricultural to Residential Single (RS). A related easement vacation request is also on the agenda. These decisions will later be considered by the City Council.
- Rezoning of newly created lot in Trijinks Addition to Residential Single (RS) — Lance Koenders & John Jinkinson
- Request to vacate easement in Trijinks Addition
- Rezoning of 910 Prairie Trail Rd (Parcel #0049381700) from Agricultural to Residential Single (RS)
- Rezoning of 921 Prairie Trail Rd (Parcel #0049382200) from Agricultural to Residential Single (RS)
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Planning & Zoning Commission
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Attendees: Chairman Chris Nuckols, Vice Chair Myrna Wagner, Mike Christians, Fred Grein,
Jayne Korver, Tim Pottebaum, Tyler Schemper, Dennis Vanden Hull and Kevin Welch
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live. The Planning & Zoning Commission is a 9-member commission. 7 members are
appointed by the City Council, and 2 members are appointed by the O'Brien County Board of
Supervisors. Most decisions by P&Z are later considered by the City Council.
Here's the link to our Zoning Code - updated March 29, 2021. Here is the link to the 2010 Subdivision
Code. Here is the 3-dimensional zoning map (July 24, 2024).
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Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approve minutes of 10/9/25.2.
Trijinks Addition requests.
Rezoning of newly created lot in the Trijinks addition to Residential Single
(RS) - Lance Koenders & John Jinkinson.
Currently zoned Agricultural.
a.
Request to vacate easement.b.
3.
Rezoning of 910 Prairie Trail Rd & 921 Prairie Trail Rd from Agricultural to Residential
Single (RS).
910 Prairie Trail Rd (Parcel # 0049381700) & 921 Prairie Trail Rd (Parcel # 0049382200).
4.
Commissioner comments and City Manager’s report.5.
Adjourn.6.
Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to discuss city manager vacancy and FY27 wages
The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing on a loan agreement and bond issuance for EMS equipment, discuss the city manager vacancy, and consider wages for FY27, possibly in closed session. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as liquor license renewal, a library board appointment, and an alley closure for a church event.
- Public hearing on authorization of a loan agreement and issuance of notes for 2026 GO EMS Non-TIF Bond
- Discussion on City Manager Vacancy
- Discussion regarding wages and other employment conditions for FY27, possible closed session
- Approval of Pay Application #13 for Sheldon Upper Story Housing Project
- Approval of Updated Minimum Assessment Agreement on Trilogy Lot
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written Comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Financial Reports.c.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Fraternal Eaglesd.
Approval of Mayor's Appointment of Yvette Feekes to the Library Board.e.
Approval of Request for Alley Closure at First Reformed Church July 12-16 for
Vacation Bible School.
f.
Approval of Pay Application #13 or Sheldon Upper Story Housing Project.g.
4.
Old Business.5.
New Business.
Approval of Updated Engagement Agreement on 2026 GO EMS Non-TIF
Bond.
a.
Public Hearing on Authorization of a Loan Agreement and the Issuance of
Notes for EMS Non-TIF GO Bond.
b.
Discussion on City Manager Vacancy.c.
Discussion Regarding Wages and Other Employment Conditions for FY 27,
Possible Closed Session per Iowa Code Section 21.9.
d.
Approval of Updated Minimum Assessment Agreement on Trilogy Lot.e.
6.
Reports.
Mayor and Council Comments.a.
7.
Adjourn.8.
F.Y.I.9.
*Public Forum
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Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to set public hearing on emergency services bond
The Sheldon City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public forum, consent agenda, and several action items. Key decisions include third readings of sewer and water ordinance amendments, setting a public hearing for an emergency services non-TIF bond, and considering engineering proposals for the Pape Land Phase I design.
- 3rd Reading of Ordinance Amendment Regarding Sewer
- 3rd Reading of Ordinance Amendment Regarding Water
- Approval of Resolution Setting Public Hearing on July 1, 2026 on Emergency Services Non-TIF Bond
- Consider Proposals from Beck Engineering on Pape Land Phase I Design
- Resolution setting wages and benefits, effective July 1, 2026
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportunity to hear comments from you at the beginning of the City
Council meeting for items both on and off the agenda, except for “public hearing” items. During Public
Forum, the City Council receives comments and refrains from speaking. The Mayor may ask the City
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written Comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Financial Reports.c.
Approval of Cigarette Permits for FY 26-27.d.
Resolution setting wages and benefits, effective July 1, 2026.e.
Authorize End of Year Bill Run if Necessary.f.
4.
Old Business.
3rd Reading of Ordinance Amendment Regarding Sewer.a.
3rd Reading of Ordinance Amendment Regarding Water.b.
5.
New Business.
Approval of Resolution Setting Public Hearing on July 1, 2026 on Emergency
Services Non-TIF Bond
a.
Consider Proposals from Beck Engineering on Pape Land Phase I Design.b.
Discussion on Property and Casualty Insurance.c.
6.
Reports.
Mayor and Council Comments.a.
7.
Adjourn.8.
F.Y.I.9.
Manager to fol …
Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
Two variance requests: Oak St porch setback & Hefty Seeds warehouse
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on two variance requests: a front-yard setback variance for a covered porch at 1610 Oak St, and a side-yard setback variance for a new 60' x 200' warehouse at Hefty Seeds (3206 Nettle Ave). The board also will approve prior meeting minutes and hear a City Manager's report.
- Variance to front yard setback for covered porch/entryway at 1610 Oak St (Matt & Tori Henning)
- Variance to side yard setback for new 60' x 200' warehouse at Hefty Seeds (Soil Science Properties, LLC) at 3206 Nettle Ave
- Property at 1610 Oak St is zoned Residential Multiple (RM)
- Property at 3206 Nettle Ave is zoned Agricultural, in O'Brien County 2-mile platting jurisdiction
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Board of Adjustment
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Attendees: Chairman Terry Braaksma, Jason Noteboom (County), Renee Popkes, Lee
Reuvers (County), April Schaeffer, Dave Vande Brake & Gwen Veltkamp
Meeting to be held in person at City Council Chambers (416 9th St). You may watch via YouTube Live.
The Board of Adjustment (BOA) is a quasi-judicial body composed of 7 members. 5 are appointed by the
Mayor and confirmed by the City Council; 2 members are appointed by the O'Brien County Board of
Supervisors. Decisions by the BOA can be appealed to court, but cannot be appealed to the City
Council.
Here's the link to our Zoning Code - updated March 29, 2021. Here is the link to the 2010 Subdivision
Code. Here is the 3-dimensional zoning map (July 24, 2024).
The Board’s role is only to approve or deny the request. The Board is also allowed to require stipulations
of approval to the extent allowed by code. If the request is denied, the City (not the Board) must
determine if and what actions it wants to take regarding an applicant’s unauthorized activities.
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Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approve minutes of 5/12/26.2.
Variance to front yard setback to allow covered porch / entryway - 1610 Oak St, Matt
& Tori Henning.
Currently zoned Residential Multiple (RM).
See overhead view - 1610 Oak St, Parcel # 0049130000.
3.
Variance to side yard setback to allow new 60' x 200' warehouse building at Hefty
Seeds (Soil Science Properties, LLC) - 3206 Ne …
Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to consider TIF incentive, rezoning, and sewer/water ordinance changes
The Sheldon City Council will hold public hearings and consider a TIF rebate and development contract for Beck Engineering in Sheldon Crossing, along with a revenue waiver for a Trilogy lot. They will also conduct second readings of ordinance amendments regarding sewer and water, and consider rezoning parcels from Agricultural to Residential Single. The agenda includes several consent items such as pay applications for the Western Avenue Project and Upper Story Housing Project.
- Public hearing and consideration of TIF rebate and Contract for Development for Beck Engineering at Sheldon Crossing parcels 0049241042 & 0049241044
- Public hearing and consideration of resolution for City revenue waiver of $7,216.80 for Trilogy lot (parcel 0048495200)
- 2nd reading of ordinance amendment regarding sewer (1st reading approved 5/20; 3rd reading may be waived)
- 2nd reading of ordinance amendment regarding water (1st reading approved 5/20; 3rd reading may be waived)
- Authorize application and fee waiver for Sheldon Crossing area rezonings from Agricultural (AG) to Residential Single (RS)
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Consider Request from SCDC for multiple events.c.
Approval of Pay Application #13 and Change Order #3 for Western Avenue
Project.
d.
Approval of Beer Permit Renewal for Dollar General.e.
Approval of Resolution for Pay Application #12 on the Upper Story Housing
Project
f.
4.
Old Business.
2nd Reading of Ordinance Amendment Regarding Sewer.
1st reading approved on 5/20; 3rd reading may be waived.
i. Public Comment period.
ii. Consideration of 2nd reading; 3rd reading may be waived.
See 8, part viii - 2/3/26.
a.
2nd Reading of Ordinance Amendment Regarding Water.
1st reading approved on 5/20; 3rd reading may be waived.
i. Public Comment period.
ii. Consideration of 2nd reading; 3rd reading may be waived.
See 8, part viii - 2/3/26.
b.
5.
*Public Forum
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Fri May 29, 2026 · 12:00
Special City Council Meeting
Council to discuss city manager transition and interim appointment
The Sheldon City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the city manager transition. The council will confirm the status of the city manager and consider appointing interim managers. The meeting is in person only, with a public forum at the start for resident comments.
- Discussion on City Manager Transition
- Confirm status of the City Manager
- Consider the appointment of interim Managers
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Special City Council Meeting
Friday, May 29, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportunity to hear comments from you at the beginning of the City
Council meeting for items both on and off the agenda, except for “public hearing” items. During Public
Forum, the City Council receives comments and refrains from speaking. The Mayor may ask the City
Manager to follow up. The number of speakers will not usually be limited at the public forum; total length
of the forum is desired to not exceed ½ hour, and may be lengthened at the discretion of the Mayor and
Council. Anyone who wants to speak during Public Comment Period should do the following:
Call to Order, Roll Call1.
Approval of Agenda2.
New Business
Discussion on City Manager Transition.
Confirm status of the City Manager.1.
Consider the appointment of interim Managers.2.
a.
3.
Reports
Mayor and Council Comments.a.
4.
Adjourn5.
Raise your hand to be recognized by the Mayor and then come to the podium and state your
name and address. If you have handouts, please give them to the City Clerk before the
meeting.
1.
Be concise and limit comments to four minutes. You may not save your time for later or yield
the remainder of your time to someone else. After speaking, please be seated.
2.
If you are addressing a matter on the agenda, state the agenda item you are speaking about
and if you are spe …
Wed May 20, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to consider shortening Library Board terms, TIF updates, and budget amendment
The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing on a budget amendment for FY2025-2026 and consider first readings of ordinances to shorten Library Board terms from 6 to 3 years and amend water/sewer codes. Old business includes updates on TIF, the City Park Master Plan, and a proposed rezone of 43 lots from RM to RS.
- Public hearing and consideration of a budget amendment for FY2025-2026
- 1st reading of ordinance to shorten Library Board of Trustees terms from 6 to 3 years
- Update and direction on TIF, including review of SF2472 and rezone of South 43 lots from RM to RS
- Resolution approving $35,000 agreement with RIDES for FY27 (Urban Renewal/TIF)
- Set hearing for Beck Engineering TIF incentive and potential revenue waiver for Trilogy lot ($7,216.80)
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✓ Decided: Council approves library board term change, tables manager evaluation
The council approved an ordinance shortening Library Board of Trustees terms from six to three years and waived second and third readings. They also approved a bond counsel agreement for non-TIF emergency services, platted all former Pape land, rezoned phase 1 from RM to RS, set a public hearing for a TIF incentive for Beck Engineering, and approved FY27 agreements with RIDES and O'Brien County Economic Development. The city manager evaluation was postponed to June 3, 2026.
- Approved ordinance shortening Library Board terms to 3 years (unanimous)
- Approved bond counsel agreement with Ahlers Cooney for non-TIF emergency services (4-1)
- Platted all former Pape land (unanimous)
- Rezoned phase 1 of Pape land from RM to RS (unanimous)
- Set public hearing for June 3 on TIF incentive for Beck Engineering (unanimous)
- Approved FY27 agreement with RIDES for $35,000 (unanimous)
- Approved FY27 allocation to O'Brien County Economic Development for $6,669 (unanimous)
- Postponed city manager evaluation to June 3, 2026 (unanimous)
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written Comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Financial Reports.c.
Approve Student Firefighter Mercedes Lalk.d.
Approval of Temporary Liquor License for Top of Iowa Lucky Wife.
For Celebration Days at City Park (Labor Day Weekend).
e.
Resolution adopting new 28E agreement with Carroll Township (O'Brien
County) for fire protection.
See 4c - 3/2/22.
f.
Resolution approving Golf Course usage agreement for FY27.
$25,000 - Per adopted FY27 budget (Local Option Sales Tax).
g.
Resolution approving agreement with Upper Des Moines Opportunity for
FY27.
$4,000 - Per adopted FY27 budget (Local Option Sales Tax).
h.
Resolution approving agreement with Family Crisis Centers for FY27.
$5,000 - Per adopted FY27 budget (Local Option Sales Tax).
i.
Resolution approving agreement with Mid Sioux Opportunity for FY27.
$1,000 - Per adopted FY27 budget (Local Option Sales Tax).
j.
Resolution approving DOT Agreement for Maintenance and Repair of Primary
Roads.
For current agreement, see 4i - …
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Regular City Council Meeting
Minutes
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.
1.
Approval of Agenda.
2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written Comments.
a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
Minutes.
a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.
b.
Financial Reports.
c.
Approve Student Firefighter Mercedes Lalk.
d.
Approval of Temporary Liquor License for Top of Iowa Lucky Wife.
For Celebration Days at City Park (Labor Day Weekend).
e.
Resolution adopting new 28E agreement with Carroll Township (O'Brien
County) for fire protection.
f.
Resolution approving Golf Course usage agreement for FY27.
$25,000 - Per adopted FY27 budget (Local Option Sales Tax).
g.
Resolution approving agreement with Upper Des Moines Opportunity for
FY27.
$4,000 - Per adopted FY27 budget (Local Option Sales Tax).
h.
Resolution approving agreement with Family Crisis Centers for FY27.
$5,000 - Per adopted FY27 budget (Local Option Sales Tax).
i.
Resolution approving agreement with Mid Sioux Opportunity for FY27.
$1,000 - Per adopted FY27 budget (Local Option Sales Tax).
j.
Resolution approving DOT Agreement for Maintenance and Repair of Primary
Roads.
k.
Referral of Trijinks easement vacate to the Planning & Zoning Commission.
Current easement to be vacated and relocated.
l.
4.
Old Business.
1st Reading of Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances of …
Tue May 12, 2026 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
Board to weigh variances for Kahler Ct lean-to and Park St redevelopment
The Sheldon Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial meeting to decide on two variance requests: one for a 380-square-foot lean-to addition at 1231 Kahler Ct, and another to allow redevelopment of the former Dog House property at 2607 Park St. The board can only approve or deny the requests and may impose stipulations. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and a city manager's report.
- Variance for 380 sf lean-to addition at 1231 Kahler Ct (RS zoning) - Steve Rohwer
- Variance for redevelopment of 2607 Park St (AC zoning), former Dog House property - TPAAB Properties LLC / Troy Winkel
- Approve minutes of October 8, 2025
- Board member comments and City Manager's report
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✓ Decided: Board approved two variances: 1231 Kahler Ct and 2607 Park St
The Board of Adjustment approved a side-yard setback variance from 8 ft to 2 ft for a lean-to addition at 1231 Kahler Court, and approved a 10 ft setback variance for redevelopment of the former Dog House property at 2607 Park Street. Both motions passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the board noted pending court decisions on other properties.
- Approved side-yard variance (8 ft to 2 ft) for lean-to addition at 1231 Kahler Ct (unanimous)
- Approved 10 ft setback variance for redevelopment at 2607 Park St (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of October 8, 2025 (unanimous)
- Adjourned at 4:16 p.m. (unanimous)
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Board of Adjustment
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Attendees: Chairman Terry Braaksma, Jason Noteboom (County), Renee Popkes, Lee
Reuvers (County), April Schaeffer, Dave Vande Brake & Gwen Veltkamp
Meeting to be held in person at City Council Chambers (416 9th St). You may watch via YouTube Live.
The Board of Adjustment (BOA) is a quasi-judicial body composed of 7 members. 5 are appointed by the
Mayor and confirmed by the City Council; 2 members are appointed by the O'Brien County Board of
Supervisors. Decisions by the BOA can be appealed to court, but cannot be appealed to the City
Council.
Here's the link to our Zoning Code - updated March 29, 2021. Here is the link to the 2010 Subdivision
Code. Here is the 3-dimensional zoning map (July 24, 2024).
The Board’s role is only to approve or deny the request. The Board is also allowed to require stipulations
of approval to the extent allowed by code. If the request is denied, the City (not the Board) must
determine if and what actions it wants to take regarding an applicant’s unauthorized activities.
| Agenda published on 04/27/2026 at 3:06 PM
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approve minutes of October 8, 2025.2.
Consider variance for 1231 Kahler Ct for addition of 380 sf lean-to on east side of the
garage - Steve Rohwer.
Currently zoned Residential Single (RS).
See overhead view - 1231 Kahler Ct, Parcel #0047880000.
3.
Consider variances to allow for redevelopment of 2607 Park St - TPAAB Properties
LLC / Troy Winkel.
Currently zon …
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Board of Adjustment
Minutes
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Attendees: Chairman Terry Braaksma, Jason Noteboom (County), Renee Popkes, Lee
Reuvers (County), April Schaeffer, Dave Vande Brake & Gwen Veltkamp
Meeting to be held in person at City Council Chambers (416 9th St). You may watch via YouTube Live.
The Board of Adjustment (BOA) is a quasi-judicial body composed of 7 members. 5 are appointed by the
Mayor and confirmed by the City Council; 2 members are appointed by the O'Brien County Board of
Supervisors. Decisions by the BOA can be appealed to court, but cannot be appealed to the City
Council.
Here's the link to our Zoning Code - updated March 29, 2021. Here is the link to the 2010 Subdivision
Code. Here is the 3-dimensional zoning map (July 24, 2024).
The Board’s role is only to approve or deny the request. The Board is also allowed to require stipulations
of approval to the extent allowed by code. If the request is denied, the City (not the Board) must
determine if and what actions it wants to take regarding an applicant’s unauthorized activities.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approve minutes of October 8, 2025.2.
Consider variance for 1231 Kahler Ct for addition of 380 sf lean-to on east side of the
garage - Steve Rohwer.
Currently zoned Residential Single (RS).
3.
Consider variances to allow for redevelopment of 2607 Park St - TPAAB Properties
LLC / Troy Winkel.
Currently zoned Arterial Commercial (AC); The former Dog House property.
4.
Board member comments and Cit …
Wed May 6, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to consider recycling contract amendment and rate increase
The Sheldon City Council will hold public hearings and vote on resolutions for a recycling contract amendment and a rate increase effective August 1, 2026. They will also open bids for drainage and culvert replacement projects on West Highway 18/D Street and Wyman/16th Street, and consider a TIF incentive for Beck Engineering. The agenda includes several consent items such as a $235,308.25 pay application for the Western Avenue project and a police officer resignation.
- Resolution approving contract amendment for recycling, effective 7/1/26, and rate increase, effective 8/1/26
- Public hearings and contract awards for West Hwy 18 / D Street Drainage project and Wyman / 16th Culvert Replacement project
- Introduction and discussion of Beck Engineering TIF incentive for parcels in Sheldon Crossing with Arterial Commercial zoning
- Approval of Pay Application #12 for Western Avenue project in the amount of $235,308.25
- Accept resignation of Police Officer Zane Roberts, effective 5/1/26
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✓ Decided: Council awards $1.05M in drainage contracts, approves garbage rate increase
The council awarded two drainage project contracts totaling $1,050,366.24: $761,190.24 to Vander Pol Excavating for the West Hwy 18/D Street project and $289,176.00 to Hulstein Contracting for the Wyman/16th Street culvert replacement. It also approved a garbage rate increase effective August 1, 2026, and a recycling contract amendment effective July 1, 2026. A TIF rebate request for Beck Engineering was tabled without a specific date. The consent agenda included approval of a $235,308.25 pay application for the Western Avenue project, a paramedic hire, and a liquor license renewal.
- Awarded $761,190.24 contract to Vander Pol Excavating for Hwy 18/D Street drainage (5-0)
- Awarded $289,176.00 contract to Hulstein Contracting for Wyman/16th Street drainage (5-0)
- Approved garbage rate increase effective 08/01/26 (5-0)
- Approved recycling contract amendment effective 07/01/26 (5-0)
- Approved $235,308.25 pay application #12 for Western Avenue project (consent)
- Approved hiring of full-time paramedic Amy Shields (consent)
- Approved liquor license renewal for Cobblestone Inn & Suites (consent)
- Tabled Beck Engineering TIF rebate request without a specific date
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Authorize temporary closure of W. 7th St to facilitate rail crossing repairs -
AGP.
c.
Accept resignation of Police Officer Zane Roberts, effective 5/1/26.d.
Approval of Pay Application #12 for Western Avenue project in the amount of
$235,308.25.
e.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Cobblestone Inn & Suites.f.
Approval of Ownership Change at Dollar General.
Per state alcohol licensing requirements.
g.
Approval of Surviving Forward Walk.
Proposed date: 5/30/26; does not cross Highway 18.
h.
Confirm Mayor's appointment of Diann Merley to the Library Board of
Trustees.
For 6-yr term ending 7/1/28; Seat previously held by Bill Boscaljon.
i.
Resolution approving hiring of full-time Paramedic, Amy Shields.j.
Resolution approving speed limit changes on 16th St.
Update - 5/5/26: This item is being recommended by Public Works Director Todd Uhl to
be removed from the agenda for additional review with O'Brien County.
k.
Resolution …
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Minutes
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Authorize temporary closure of W. 7th St to facilitate rail crossing repairs -
AGP.
c.
Accept resignation of Police Officer Zane Roberts, effective 5/1/26.d.
Approval of Pay Application #12 for Western Avenue project in the amount of
$235,308.25.
e.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Cobblestone Inn & Suites.f.
Approval of Ownership Change at Dollar General.
Per state alcohol licensing requirements.
g.
Approval of Surviving Forward Walk.
Proposed date: 5/30/26; does not cross Highway 18.
h.
Confirm Mayor's appointment of Diann Merley to the Library Board of
Trustees.
For 6-yr term ending 7/1/28; Seat previously held by Bill Boscaljon.
i.
Resolution approving hiring of full-time Paramedic, Amy Shields.j.
Resolution approving speed limit changes on 16th St.k.
Resolution supporting Airport Commission's AIP grant application.l.
Set a Public Hearing for Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
Set for May 20, 2026.
m.
4.
Old Business.
Recycling & Garbage Resolutions.
Continued from 4/1/26.
a.
5.
New Business.
West Hwy 18 / D Street Drainage & Wyman / 16th Culvert Replacement
projects.
Bi …
Tue May 5, 2026 · 11:00
Special City Council Meeting
Council to vote on alcohol license for Natalia's Mexican Store & Restaurant
The Sheldon City Council will hold a special meeting to consider a Class C retail alcohol license application for Natalia's Mexican Store and Restaurant, LLC at 101 Park St. The agenda includes only this item plus standard procedural items. No other business is scheduled.
- Class C retail alcohol license application for Natalia's Mexican Store and Restaurant, LLC at 101 Park St.
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✓ Decided: Council approves liquor license for Natalia's Mexican Store
The Sheldon City Council unanimously approved a Class C retail alcohol license for Natalia's Mexican Store and Restaurant at 101 Park Street. The meeting was a special session held on May 5, 2026, with all council members present. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved Class C retail alcohol license for Natalia's Mexican Store & Restaurant, 101 Park Street (unanimous)
- Adjourned at 4:01 p.m. (unanimous)
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Special City Council Meeting
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 11:00 am
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportunity to hear comments from you at the beginning of the City
Council meeting for items both on and off the agenda, except for “public hearing” items. During Public
Forum, the City Council receives comments and refrains from speaking. The Mayor may ask the City
Manager to follow up. The number of speakers will not usually be limited at the public forum; total length
of the forum is desired to not exceed ½ hour, and may be lengthened at the discretion of the Mayor and
Council. Anyone who wants to speak during Public Comment Period should do the following:
Call to Order, Roll Call1.
Approval of Agenda2.
CLASS "C" RETAIL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION FOR NATALIA'S MEXICAN
STORE AND RESTAURANT, LLC
101 Park St.
3.
Adjourn4.
F.Y.I.5.
Raise your hand to be recognized by the Mayor and then come to the podium and state your
name and address. If you have handouts, please give them to the City Clerk before the
meeting.
1.
Be concise and limit comments to four minutes. You may not save your time for later or yield
the remainder of your time to someone else. After speaking, please be seated.
2.
If you are addressing a matter on the agenda, state the agenda item you are speaking about
and if you are speaking on more than one agenda item, arrange your comments in
chrono …
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Special City Council Meeting
Minutes
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 11:00 am
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportunity to hear comments from you at the beginning of the City
Council meeting for items both on and off the agenda, except for “public hearing” items. During Public
Forum, the City Council receives comments and refrains from speaking. The Mayor may ask the City
Manager to follow up. The number of speakers will not usually be limited at the public forum; total length
of the forum is desired to not exceed ½ hour, and may be lengthened at the discretion of the Mayor and
Council. Anyone who wants to speak during Public Comment Period should do the following:
Call to Order, Roll Call1.
Approval of Agenda2.
CLASS "C" RETAIL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION FOR NATALIA'S MEXICAN
STORE AND RESTAURANT, LLC
101 Park St.
3.
Adjourn4.
F.Y.I.
Minutes:
Sheldon, Iowa City Council May 5, 2026 The Sheldon City Council met in special
session on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Mayor Protem Peter Hamill called the
meeting to order. Present: Shantel Oostra, Pete Hamill, Brad Hindt, Jeff Wagner and
Tom Eggers via telephone. Also present: Sam Kooiker, Todd Uhl and Angela Beckman.
A motion was made by Hindt and seconded by Wagner to approve the agenda as
presented. Roll call was taken. Ayes: all. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Eggers and seconded by Wagner to appro …
Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to hold public hearing on FY 26-27 budget
The Sheldon City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal years 2026-2027 and consider resolutions authorizing cost advances for urban renewal projects. The council will also vote on a new HR services agreement with Center Benefits and approve pay applications for the Upper Story Conversion Project and Western Avenue.
- Public hearing and resolution on Budget 26-27
- Resolution approving new agreement with Center Benefits for HR services
- Approval of Pay Application #11, Western Avenue for $247,858.50
- Resolution approving Pay Application No. 11 on Sheldon Upper Story Conversion Project
- Resolutions authorizing advancement of costs for urban renewal projects for FY26 and FY27
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✓ Decided: Council approves FY 26-27 budget and HR services agreement
The council approved the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget after a public hearing, and also approved a new agreement with Center Benefits for HR services, adding language about employee confidentiality. All consent agenda items, including pay applications and liquor license updates, were approved unanimously.
- Approved FY 26-27 budget resolution (5-0)
- Approved HR services agreement with Center Benefits, adding confidentiality language (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, ambulance insurance adjustments, liquor license update, and pay applications (5-0)
- Approved resolutions authorizing advancement of costs for urban renewal projects in FY 26 and FY 27 (5-0)
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Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Financial Reports.c.
Approval of 1st Quarter Ambulance Insurance Adjustments.d.
Approval of Liquor License Owner Update for Cooperative Gas & Oil Co.e.
Resolution approving Pay Application No. 11 on Sheldon Upper Story
Conversion Project.
f.
Approval of Pay Application #11, Western Avenue for $247,858.50.g.
4.
Old Business.
Resolution approving new agreement with Center Benefits for HR Services.
Continued from 4/1/26.
See 7b - 2/18/26 & 5b - 4/1/26.
For the original 2025 proposals, see 7c - 2/5/25:
11/25/Request for proposal - November 15, 2024.•
2024 proposal - Center Benefits (4p).•
2024 proposal - HR Excellence (33p).•
2024 proposal - INCS (4p).•
2024 proposal - Alternative HR (4p - Risk Assessment only).•
2024 proposal - ABDO (25p).•
a.
5.
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportunity to hear comments from you at the beginning of the City
Council meeting for items both on and off the agenda, except for “ …
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Minutes
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Financial Reports.c.
Approval of 1st Quarter Ambulance Insurance Adjustments.d.
Approval of Liquor License Owner Update for Cooperative Gas & Oil Co.e.
Resolution approving Pay Application No. 11 on Sheldon Upper Story
Conversion Project.
f.
Approval of Pay Application #11, Western Avenue for $247,858.50.g.
4.
Old Business.
Resolution approving new agreement with Center Benefits for HR Services.
Continued from 4/1/26.
a.
5.
New Business.
Public Hearing on Budget 26-27.a.
City of Sheldon Renewal Plan projects – Authorizing advancement of costs
for urban renewal projects identified in the FY 2027 budget.
b.
6.
Reports.
Update on NCC & Thorman Sewer Collection System projects.
Per request at 4/1/26 meeting.
a.
Update on acquired residential ground (former Pape land).b.
City Manager's Report.c.
Mayor and Council Comments.d.
7.
Adjourn.8.
F.Y.I.
Minutes:
9.
Sheldon, Iowa City Council April 15, 2026
The Sheldon City Council met in regular session on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 4:30
p.m. City Clerk, Angela Beckman called the meeting to order. A motion was made by
Oostra and seconded by Egger …
Wed Apr 1, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Sheldon Council to vote on recycling ordinances, sewer project closeout
The Sheldon City Council is meeting to take final votes on two recycling-related ordinance amendments, approve a sewer project completion agreement, and set dates for a budget hearing and bid openings. The council will also consider a school parking request and a vendor fair permit waiver. Public comments are accepted at the start of the meeting.
- 3rd reading of ordinance amendments on illegal dumping and curbside recyclables, effective 7/1/26
- Resolution approving Final Completion Agreement for Collection System Improvements (Bainbridge Construction)
- Set April 15 as public hearing date for full budget adoption
- Authorize burn request for 2607 Park St (former Dog House property)
- Consider transient/peddler permit waivers for outdoor Vendor Fair at Bliss Salon & Spa, 2390 Park St (6/12-6/13/26)
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✓ Decided: Council approves no-parking zone for Sheldon Christian School on Garfield Avenue
The Sheldon City Council approved a request from Sheldon Christian School to prohibit parking on the east side of Garfield Avenue on school days to reduce congestion. The council also approved a transient/peddler permit for Bliss Salon & Spa's outdoor vendor fair with fees, and tabled a new HR services agreement with Center Benefits until legal counsel can clarify employee access. Two drainage projects on West Highway 18/D Street and Wyman/16th Street were approved for bidding and public hearings.
- Approved no parking on east side of Garfield Avenue on school days for Sheldon Christian School.
- Approved transient/peddler permit for Bliss Salon & Spa's outdoor vendor fair with $10 application fee and $100 fee per code.
- Tabled HR services agreement with Center Benefits until next meeting with Attorney Schreurs and Center Benefits present.
- Approved plans and specs for West Highway 18/D Street drainage project; set bid opening 04/30/26 and public hearing 05/06/26.
- Approved plans and specs for Wyman/16th Street drainage project; set bid opening 04/30/26 and public hearing 05/06/26.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, final completion agreement for collection system improvements, public hearing date for budget, liquor license renewal, and burn request at 2607 Park Street.
- Approved third reading of ordinance amendments on illegal dumping and curbside recyclable container requirements.
- Council will evaluate Sanford Hospital's offered land for SCAT building needs.
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Attendees: Rachael Becker, Brad Hindt, Paul Honermann, Ken Van Kekerix, Sam Wagner
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Resolution approving Final Completion Agreement for Collection System
Improvements.
Closeout of NCC and Thorman sewer lift station projects (Bainbridge Construction).
c.
Set April 15 as public hearing date for the full budget adoption.
See 4/1/26 - Special meeting.
d.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Stammer Liquor Corporation.e.
Authorize burn request for 2607 Park St (former Dog House property).f.
4.
Old Business.
Recycling.
1st Reading 3/4 & 2nd reading on 3/18.
i. 3rd reading of Ordinance amendment pertaining to illegal dumping. Effective 7/1/26.
ii. 3rd reading of Ordinance amendment requiring recyclable items that are placed curbside
(cardboard, etc) fit in compliant cans. Effective 7/1/26.
iii. Introduction of draft contract amendment (received 3/30/26). Consider setting a hearing
(perhaps 5/6/26).
See 5a - 1/21/26, 5a - 3/4/26 & …
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Minutes
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Attendees: Rachael Becker, Brad Hindt, Paul Honermann, Ken Van Kekerix, Sam Wagner
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Resolution approving Final Completion Agreement for Collection System
Improvements.
Closeout of NCC and Thorman sewer lift station projects (Bainbridge Construction).
c.
Set April 15 as public hearing date for the full budget adoption.d.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Stammer Liquor Corporation.e.
Authorize burn request for 2607 Park St (former Dog House property).f.
4.
Old Business.
Recycling.
1st Reading 3/4 & 2nd reading on 3/18.
a.
Resolution approving new agreement with Center Benefits for HR Services.b.
5.
New Business.
Authorize Sheldon Christian School’s request for no parking on the east side
of Garfield Avenue (on school days) - Brett Vander Veen.
a.
Consider request for transient / peddler permit waivers for outdoor Vendor
Fair - Bliss Salon & Spa, 2390 Park St - Sara Van Meeteren.
6/12 & 6/13/26
b.
West Hwy 18 / D Street Drainage & Wyman / 16th Culvert Replacement
projects.
c.
Emergency Services - Council member Shantel Oostra.d.
6.
Reports.
City Manager's Report.a.
Report on Job Descri …
Wed Apr 1, 2026 · 16:15
Special City Council Meeting
Public hearing on property tax levy, no action taken
This special meeting is solely for a public hearing on the property tax levy, as required by state code. No action will be taken on the levy, and no other items are on the agenda. The regular council meeting follows immediately after.
- Public hearing on property tax levy
- Discussion of HF718/SF2442 impact and backfill reduction
- Notice published March 25, 2026
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✓ Decided: Council holds property tax levy hearing, takes no action
The Sheldon City Council held a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year 2026-2027. Per state code, no action was taken on the levy. Residents spoke in opposition to the increase, citing the local option sales tax and the burden on senior citizens. The hearing was closed by a unanimous vote.
- Closed the property tax levy public hearing at 4:28 p.m. (motion by Hindt, second by Eggers; all ayes).
- Adjourned the special meeting at 4:29 p.m. (motion by Oostra, second by Wagner; all ayes).
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Special City Council Meeting
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:15 pm
Attendees: Rachael Becker, Brad Hindt, Paul Honermann, Ken Van Kekerix, Sam Wagner
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
This meeting is for the sole purpose of the hearing on the Property Tax Levy. Per State Code, no action
will be taken on the levy, and no other items are allowed on the agenda. The regularly scheduled
meeting will begin at 4:30 p.m. (or after this hearing is complete).
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportunity to hear comments from you at the beginning of the City
Council meeting for items both on and off the agenda, except for “public hearing” items. During Public
Forum, the City Council receives comments and refrains from speaking. The Mayor may ask the City
Manager to follow up. The number of speakers will not usually be limited at the public forum; total length
of the forum is desired to not exceed ½ hour, and may be lengthened at the discretion of the Mayor and
Council. Anyone who wants to speak during Public Comment Period should do the following:
Call to Order, Roll Call1.
Property Tax Levy Hearing
Notice published March 25, 2026.
Hearing Notice
Information on HF718 / SF2442 impact and Backfill reduction.
Link to City of Sheldon webpage on this levy hearing.
2.
Adjourn3.
F.Y.I.
See 2/3 & 2/4/26 workshops, and 2/18 recap, item #8. For last year's tax levy hearing, see 4/2/25.
4.
Raise your hand to …
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Minutes
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:15 pm
Attendees: Rachael Becker, Brad Hindt, Paul Honermann, Ken Van Kekerix, Sam Wagner
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
This meeting is for the sole purpose of the hearing on the Property Tax Levy. Per State Code, no action
will be taken on the levy, and no other items are allowed on the agenda. The regularly scheduled
meeting will begin at 4:30 p.m. (or after this hearing is complete).
Call to Order, Roll Call1.
Property Tax Levy Hearing
Notice published March 25, 2026.
2.
Adjourn3.
F.Y.I.
Minutes:
Sheldon, Iowa City Council April 1, 2026 The Sheldon City Council met in special
session on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 4:15 p.m. Mayor Greg Geels called the
meeting to order. Roll call was taken. Present: Shantel Oostra, Tom Eggers, Brad Hindt,
Jeff Wagner and Pete Hamill. Also present: Tania Herrera Gonzales, Eric Meinecke,
Sam Kooiker, and Angela Beckman.
Mayor Geels opened the public hearing at 4:15 p.m. on the proposed property tax
hearing for fiscal year 2026-2027. Marv Van Riesen stated that this whole thing is
messed up, you should have the budget hearing first. He opposes the increase of the
levy. The City has plenty of money coming in. We need to reduce the levy. Back when
we increased the local option sales tax (LOST) we were told this would lower our levy.
Several cuts need to be made to save money. Carl Dryfhout encourages …
Wed Mar 25, 2026 · 13:30
Fast Act Applications
Region 3 committee to review federal transport funding applications
The Region 3 Transportation Technical Committee will meet to review and discuss applications for the 2027-2030 Transportation Improvement Program, which allocates federal transportation funding for a 9-county region including Sheldon. The agenda includes old business such as chair selection, a project change request from Sioux Center, and discussion of target amounts, followed by new business presentations and open discussion. This is an annual meeting hosted by NWIPD and is important for local transportation projects.
- Review of applications for 2027-2030 Transportation Improvement Program
- City of Sioux Center project change request
- Discussion of target amounts for funding
- Chair selection for the committee
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Fast Act Applications
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 1:30 pm
This meeting of the Region 3 Transportation Technical Committee is to be held at Spencer City Hall, 101
W 5th St, Spencer, IA 51301 and is hosted by Northwest Iowa Planning & Development (NWIPD). This is
not an official meeting of the City of Sheldon, but this annual meeting to allocate federal transportation
funding is quite important to the City of Sheldon and the 9-county region covered by NWIPD. For further
information, please contact NWIPD at 712-262-7225. Here is the direct link to the information on FAST
at NWIPD's website.
Contact: Ted Kourousis (ted.kourousis@nwipdc.org 712-262-7225, ext 142) | Agenda published on 03/18/2026 at
1:24 PM
Call meeting to order.1.
Introductions.2.
Approval of minutes of previous meeting.3.
Old Business.
Chair selection.a.
City of Sioux Center project change request.b.
Discussion of target amounts.c.
4.
New Business.
Presentation of Applications for 2027-2030 Transportation Improvement
Program.
a.
Review of Projects by Committee.b.
Open Discussion.c.
Motion to Adjourn.d.
5.
Motion to Adjourn.6.
Background information.7.
Wed Mar 18, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to consider recycling ordinance changes, downtown signage, and fire protection agreement
The Sheldon City Council will hold second readings of two recycling ordinance amendments targeting illegal dumping and curbside recyclable container requirements, both effective July 1, 2026. New business includes accepting a grain vac donation for the fire department and discussing downtown signage, billboards, and a broader sign code review. The consent agenda covers a new 28E fire protection agreement with Floyd Township, pay applications for the Upper Story Conversion Project, and liquor license renewals.
- Second reading of ordinance amendment on illegal dumping (effective 7/1/26)
- Second reading of ordinance requiring curbside recyclables to fit in compliant cans (effective 7/1/26)
- Resolution adopting new 28E agreement with Floyd Township for fire protection
- Resolution approving Pay Application No. 9 and No. 10 on Sheldon Upper Story Conversion Project
- Discussion of downtown signage, billboards, and sign code review
recyclingordinancefire-protectionsignagedowntownliquor-licensesdonationcity-council
✓ Decided: Council approves moratorium on signs, hires consultant for new ordinance
The council approved a moratorium on signs until December 31, 2026, covering all digital signs and off-premises billboards, and authorized hiring Planning Solutions for up to $5,000 to draft a new sign ordinance. The consent agenda was approved, including a new 28E fire protection agreement with Floyd Township, pay applications for the Upper Story Conversion Project, a farm lease for the former Pape ground, liquor license renewals, and a property tax hearing date. Second readings were passed for ordinances on illegal dumping and requiring recycle containers, with the effective date to be set at third reading. A grain vac donation from Farm Bureau Federation for the fire department was accepted.
- Approved sign moratorium until 12/31/26 covering all digital signs and off-premises billboards (5-0)
- Authorized staff to hire Planning Solutions for sign ordinance rewrite, not to exceed $5,000 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including new 28E fire agreement with Floyd Township, pay applications, farm lease, liquor renewals, and property tax hearing (5-0)
- Passed second reading of illegal dumping ordinance (5-0)
- Passed second reading of recycle container ordinance (5-0)
- Accepted grain vac donation from Farm Bureau Federation for Sheldon Fire Department (5-0)
- Approved Shantel Oostra appointment to Children's World Board (consent)
- Accepted Bill Boscaljon resignation from Library Board (consent)
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Financial Reports.c.
Approve Mayor's recommendation of Shantel Oostra for City Council
appointment to Children's World Board.
See 6b - 3/4/26.
d.
Accept resignation of Bill Boscaljon from the Sheldon Library Board of
Trustees.
For a 6-yr term ending July 1, 2028.
See Chapter 22 - City Code.
e.
Resolution adopting new 28E agreement with Floyd Township (O'Brien
County) for fire protection.
See 6b - 1/7/26 and 4d - 2/2/22.
f.
Resolution approving Pay Application No. 9 on Sheldon Upper Story
Conversion Project.
g.
Resolution Approving Pay Application No. 10 on Sheldon Upper Story
Conversion Project.
h.
Resolution approving farm lease for the former Pape ground.i.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Axes-N-Irons LLC.j.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Breu Haus LLC.k.
Set property tax hearing (Special Council meeting).l.
4.
*Public Forum
Public Forum is the City Council’s opportunity to hear comments from you at the be …
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Regular City Council Meeting
Minutes
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Financial Reports.c.
Approve Mayor's recommendation of Shantel Oostra for City Council
appointment to Children's World Board.
d.
Accept resignation of Bill Boscaljon from the Sheldon Library Board of
Trustees.
For a 6-yr term ending July 1, 2028.
e.
Resolution adopting new 28E agreement with Floyd Township (O'Brien
County) for fire protection.
f.
Resolution approving Pay Application No. 9 on Sheldon Upper Story
Conversion Project.
g.
Resolution Approving Pay Application No. 10 on Sheldon Upper Story
Conversion Project.
h.
Resolution approving farm lease for the former Pape ground.i.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Axes-N-Irons LLC.j.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Breu Haus LLC.k.
Set property tax hearing (Special Council meeting).
For April 1, 2026 at 4:15 pm.
l.
4.
Old Business.
Recycling.a.
5.
New Business.
Resolution accepting donation of grain vac from Farm Bureau Federation for
use by Sheldon Fire.
a.
Signage.b.
6.
Reports.
Update from Northwest Iowa Community College - Eric Francis, Director of
Athletics & LLRC.
a.
City Manager's Report.b.
Mayor and Council Comment …
Wed Mar 4, 2026 · 16:30
Regular City Council Meeting
Council to consider recycling ordinance changes and bond reallocation
The Sheldon City Council will hold public hearings and consider first readings of ordinance amendments related to illegal dumping and curbside recycling container requirements. The council will also discuss reallocating bond proceeds for the W. Highway 18 project and consider appointments to the Crossroads Pavilion and Parks & Recreation boards.
- First reading of ordinance amendment on illegal dumping (second and third readings may be waived)
- First reading of ordinance amendment requiring recyclable items to fit in compliant cans
- Public hearing on reallocation of unspent bond proceeds to W. Highway 18 project
- Consideration of mayor's appointment of April Schaeffer to Crossroads Pavilion Board (5-year term)
- Consideration of mayor's appointment of Jennifer Anderson to Parks & Recreation Board (5-year term)
recyclingordinancebondspublic-hearingappointmentshighway-18illegal-dumping
✓ Decided: Council approved recycling ordinances, bond reallocation, and fire tanker debt intent
The council unanimously approved first readings of ordinances on illegal dumping and mandatory recycling containers, effective July 1, 2026, and a memorandum of understanding with De Kruif Disposal. They also approved reallocating unspent water tower bond proceeds to the W. Highway 18 project and a resolution declaring intent to issue debt to reimburse fire capital expenditures for a fire tanker. An engagement agreement with Ahlers Cooney for bonding was tabled (3-2).
- Approved first reading of illegal dumping ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of recycling container ordinance effective July 1, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R26-4171: MOU with De Kruif Disposal effective July 1, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R26-4172: reallocating unspent water tower bond proceeds to W. Highway 18 project (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R26-4173: declaring intent to issue debt for fire tanker reimbursement (unanimous)
- Tabled engagement agreement with Ahlers Cooney for bonding (3-2)
- Approved consent agenda including appointments, ownership change, and license renewals (unanimous)
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Regular City Council Meeting
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
(All consent items will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these
items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion.)
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Consider Mayor's appointment of April Schaeffer to the Crossroads Pavilion
Board.
For a 5-yr term ending July 1, 2030.
See City Code Chapter 30. Position previously held by Diann Merley.
c.
Consider Mayor's appointment of Jennifer Anderson to serve on the Parks &
Recreation Board.
For a 5-yr term ending July 1, 2029.
See City Code Chapter 24. Position previously held by Jackson Kleinwolterink.
d.
Approval of Ownership Change at Family Dollar.e.
Approval of Beer Permit Renewal for Main St 3 Theater.f.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Highway Liquor & Smoke Shop.g.
4.
Old Business.
Recycling.
i. 1st reading of Ordinance amendment pertaining to illegal dumping (2nd and 3rd reading
may be waived by separate motion).
ii. 1st reading of Ordinance amendment requiring recyclable items that are placed curbside
(cardboard, etc) fit in compliant cans (2nd and 3rd reading may be waived by separate
motion).
iii. Consider Resolutio …
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Regular City Council Meeting
Minutes
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Meeting will be held (in person only) in City Council Chambers at 416 9th St. You may watch via
YouTube Live.
Call to Order, Roll Call.1.
Approval of Agenda.2.
Public Forum for items on and off the agenda*.
Verbal and Written comments.a.
3.
Consent Agenda.
Minutes.a.
Summary List of Claims - City, Boards & Commissions.b.
Consider Mayor's appointment of April Schaeffer to the Crossroads Pavilion
Board.
For a 5-yr term ending July 1, 2030.
c.
Consider Mayor's appointment of Jennifer Anderson to serve on the Parks &
Recreation Board.
For a 5-yr term ending July 1, 2029.
d.
Approval of Ownership Change at Family Dollar.e.
Approval of Beer Permit Renewal for Main St 3 Theater.f.
Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Highway Liquor & Smoke Shop.g.
4.
Old Business.
Recycling.a.
5.
New Business.
General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2022.
Reallocation of bond proceeds to W. Highway 18 project.
a.
1st reading of Ordinance Amendment regarding City Council appointment of
Children's World Board Member.
b.
Early delivery of Fire Tanker.c.
6.
Reports.
SCDC updates - Tania Herrera Gonzales.a.
City Manager's Report.b.
Mayor and Council Comments.c.
7.
Adjourn.8.
F.Y.I.9.
Minutes:
Sheldon, Iowa City Council March 4, 2026
The Sheldon City Council met in regular session on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 4:30
p.m.
Mayor Greg Geels called the meeting to order. Roll call was taken. Present: Shantel
Oostra, Tom Eggers, B …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Eggers and seconded by Hamill to table the engagement agreement on bonding. Roll call was taken
3 yea
Eggers yea · Oostra yea · Hamill yea
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $31,150 | WHEELCHAIR DYNAMICS INC Department of Veterans Affairs · VPL |
| $24,412 | WHEELCHAIR DYNAMICS INC Department of Veterans Affairs · VAN MODIFICATION |
| $17,500 | WHEELCHAIR DYNAMICS INC Department of Veterans Affairs · VPL |
| $16,750 | WHEELCHAIR DYNAMICS INC Department of Veterans Affairs · VPL |
| $14,690 | WHEELCHAIR DYNAMICS INC Department of Veterans Affairs · VPL FOR VETERAN'S HOME |
| $14,499 | WHEELCHAIR DYNAMICS INC Department of Veterans Affairs · RAMP |
| $14,490 | WHEELCHAIR DYNAMICS INC Department of Veterans Affairs · CURVED STAIRLIFT |
| $13,900 | WHEELCHAIR DYNAMICS INC Department of Veterans Affairs · PROSTHETICS. VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT. |
| $13,200 | WHEELCHAIR DYNAMICS INC Department of Veterans Affairs · VPL |
| $12,995 | WHEELCHAIR DYNAMICS INC Department of Veterans Affairs · 25-AP-2909 130389 VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT - SF |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
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Adults with low literacy16.0% (low numeracy 23% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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