Waterloo public meetings in 2023

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a proposed Sister City partnership. The discussion was submitted by Human Rights Commission Director Abraham L Funchess Jr.

• Discussion of a Sister City Partnership with St. Thomas, Jamaica

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests, pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500.00, and budget amendments. The meeting includes discussions on equipment maintenance, public safety training, and facility upgrades.

• Travel request for Mayor Quentin Hart to attend US Conference of Mayors: up to $3,900.00
• Security Door Access for City facilities: $39,973.00
• Police pepperball launching platforms and equipment: $8,200.00
• Street Department rebar for FY24 concrete projects: up to $19,000.00
• Budget amendment for Sewer usage fees and satellite rebuild: $700,000.00

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold public hearings on several rezoning and easement requests, including the La Porte Road Reconstruction Phase I Project. The council will also review administrative items such as police vehicle purchases and tax exemptions for local developments. Additionally, the agenda includes appointments to the Waste Management Services Department.

• Rezoning 5.87 acres at 2551 Logan Avenue for Castle Storage Waterloo No. One
• Property acquisition for the La Porte Road Reconstruction Phase I Project
• $40,457.00 purchase of a Tahoe for the Police Department
• Tax exemption for new twin home construction at 1836 Red Tail Drive valued at $379,900.00
• $7,428.85 change order for the Sullivan Brothers Plaza Renovation

General

The City Council will meet for a special session to address specific administrative actions. The agenda includes receiving the 2024 budget for Waterloo Fiber and approving a personnel appointment for the Street Department.

• Receive and file the adopted budget for calendar year ending December 31, 2024, for Waterloo Fiber
• Appoint Dustin Knight to the position of Equipment Operator I in the Street Department

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to receive an update from Grow Cedar Valley. No public comment is permitted during this session.

• Update from Grow Cedar Valley

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing several pre-authorization requests for city department expenditures. The meeting also includes a proposed budget amendment to increase Library Donations revenue and several property refund requests.

• Budget amendment to increase Library Donations revenue by $58,100.00
• Traffic Department paint supply replenishment: $27,753.00 plus $2,000.00 shipping/handling
• Sewer switchgear repair service: $27,008.00
• Police Leads on Line annual renewal: $12,230.00
• San Marnan Corridor cameras: $9,310.20

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including tax exemptions for residential and multi-family construction. Public hearings are scheduled regarding land rezoning near Newell Street and site plan amendments near Kimball Avenue.

• Hotel/motel tax grant of $3,000.00 to Iowa Mission of Mercy Dental Clinic
• Tax exemption request for a $349,906.00 twin home at 3377 Lincolnshire Road
• Tax exemption request for a 48-unit building east of 3121 Kimball Avenue
• Rezoning request for 5.87 acres at 2551 Logan Avenue
• Sale of city property south of 99 Mosley Street for $300.00

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing several travel requests for city staff and various pre-authorizations to spend over $2,500.00. Items include maintenance for the airport, library boiler repairs, and community development services.

• Travel request for building officials: $2,766.18
• Airport back-up generator annual maintenance: $3,508.00
• Waterloo Public Library expansion tank replacement: $4,986.00 plus $180.00 S/H
• Hazardous tree removal at 1626 Huntington Road: $4,500.00
• Community Development professional consultant services: $59,680.00

City Council Regular Session

The Council will review several resolutions, including tax exemptions for new residential construction and contract awards for city infrastructure. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding sewer revenue loan notes and a snow removal contract.

• $5,162,135.00 FAA Grant Amendment for various airport projects
• $357,858.35 change order for the University Avenue Reconstruction project
• Public hearing set for December 4 regarding rezoning 60 acres near Newell Street
• $1,014,000.00 sewer revenue capital loan notes public hearing
• Tax exemptions for new residential construction at 1845 Red Tail Drive and 105 Coral Drive

General

The City Council will hold a work session to review the agenda and approve minutes from October 16, 2023. The session includes a discussion regarding recommendations from the Waterloo Safe Neighborhoods Commission.

• Approval of October 16, 2023 minutes
• Discussion of Waterloo Safe Neighborhoods Commission recommendations

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee will review various travel requests for police and maintenance staff. The committee is also considering several pre-authorizations for equipment, infrastructure, and service costs, alongside budget amendments submitted by the Police Department.

• Police training: Unconscious Bias Training ($15,800.00) and Honoring the Badge Ethics Training ($5,350.00)
• Trolley Car Trail chain link fence replacement: $42,750.00
• Patrol vehicle upfit costs for 11 Chevy Tahoes: up to $166,000.00
• Highway Safety Fund Grant project budget: $100,700.00
• Budget amendment for the Isle project: $300,000.00

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding vehicle purchases and urban renewal plan amendments. The agenda also includes approving project completions and setting public hearing dates for various rezoning requests.

• Award of $2,382,854.00 bid to Peters Construction for the Waterloo Airport Parking Lot Canopy Project
• Rezoning request for 438 West Airline Highway to allow a trucking business
• Approval of up to $1,014,000.00 in Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes
• Purchase of an asphalt patcher for the Street Department for $336,948.00
• Completion of the W. 9th Street and South Street Roundabout Project ($512,099.64)

General

The Finance Committee is reviewing several pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500.00. Items include software renewals, equipment purchases, and infrastructure projects for the sewer and street departments.

• CivicClerk software renewal: $18,081.00
• Leisure Services contracted snow removal: $125/man-hour up to $25,000.00
• Leisure Services crow mitigation services: $30,000.00
• Sewer secondary clarifier rebuild labor: $96,350.00
• Street Department 10-foot dump box: $17,087.00 plus $61.00 shipping

General

The Waterloo City Council held a work session on October 16, 2023, where public comment was not permitted. The agenda included the approval of previous minutes and a discussion regarding an amendment to the snow removal ordinance. Additionally, the Mayor provided an update from the University of Northern Iowa Center for Energy and Environmental Education.

• Discussion of an amendment to the snow removal ordinance
• Update from University of Northern Iowa Center for Energy and Environmental Education

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee met to approve travel requests for staff training and pre-authorize expenditures over $2,500. The committee voted on budget amendments for turf maintenance and approved the payment of bills. The most significant financial action was the purchase of wetland credits to compensate for development on MLK Jr. Drive.

• Purchase of 3.94 acres of emergent wetland credits for $125,000 to compensate for loss in the 2400 block of MLK Jr. Drive
• Budget amendment to use $109,308.00 in cash for turf expenses at Sportsplex
• Purchase of $59,394.66 in chemicals and fertilizers for municipal golf course turf management
• Purchase of $13,790.00 in turf management products for City parks and ball parks
• Purchase of $13,627.52 for two NoFoam Systems retrofit kits for airport ARFF trucks

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council is deciding on the sale of city-owned property to A&K Ventures, LLC, for $1.00 with a $624,125 minimum assessment agreement. The agenda includes a public hearing for a 2.48-acre rezoning at 945 Tower Park Drive and the sale of property at 3921 Midway Drive for $15,000. Routine items include contract approvals for the Westdale Bioswale and Leversee Road Lift Station projects.

• Sale of city property northeast of 3151 Titan Trail to A&K Ventures, LLC for $1.00 with a $624,125 minimum assessment agreement
• Public hearing scheduled for November 6, 2023, to rezone 2.48 acres at 945 Tower Park Drive to Planned Commercial District
• Sale of city property at 3921 Midway Drive to Dustin Arends d/b/a Arends Investments for $15,000
• Approval of $444,700.10 completion of work for FY 2021 Westdale Bioswale by Lodge Construction, Inc.
• Approval of $583,757.02 completion of work for FY 2021 Leversee Road Lift Station by Arends Excavating

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the operations of Animal Control. This discussion was submitted by Randy Bennett, Public Works Division Manager.

• Discussion of Animal Control operations

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee is reviewing travel requests and pre-authorizing expenditures over $2,500. Items include emergency repairs at City Hall and equipment for the police and street departments. The committee will also approve bill payments.

• $156,600.00 for emergency roof repairs at City Hall
• $41,214.70 for a glass wall in the library teen area
• $40,000.00 for Street Department equipment chains
• $30,000.00 for parking ramp snow chute fabrication
• $23,400.00 for wetland credits for La Porte Road Reconstruction Project

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding property sales and development agreements. This includes a $2,160,000 sale of 60 acres to PWM Companies, LLC for commercial buildings. The agenda also covers vehicle purchases and project updates.

• Sale of 60 acres to PWM Companies, LLC for $2,160,000
• Tax exemption request for a $263,300 twin home at 4340 Mourning Dove Drive
• Development agreement with Grant Park, LLC for a 10,000 square foot building
• Purchase of a 2024 Chevy Equinox for the Waste Management Department
• Public hearing reset for Waterloo Public Library 2023 Interior Renovation Project

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee is reviewing travel requests for city staff and authorizing expenditures over $2,500. The agenda includes maintenance for the public library and several sewer system projects. The committee will also consider budget amendments for federal drug control and justice grants.

• Two new pumps for the Digester Complex costing $124,736.00
• Budget amendment for a $179,000 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant
• Window replacement and boiler piping repairs at Waterloo Public Library
• Satellite pump rebuild costing $21,216.34
• Travel request for MLK Freedom Bus Tour up to $3,950.00

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several property sales and site plan amendments for new commercial buildings. The session includes awarding a contract for library interior renovations and approving sidewalk repair assessments. Additionally, the council will address various personnel appointments and liquor license renewals.

• Awarding $264,700 bid to Woodruff Construction for library renovations
• Site plan amendment for commercial buildings at Ansborough Avenue and US Highway 20
• Acceptance of $1,309,693.51 work completion by Peterson Contractors, Inc.
• Sale of city property at 628 W. Parker Street for $11,000
• Change order of $64,081.50 for the Pipelining Phase IVA3 Project

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests for city staff training and several pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500.00. The committee will also consider budget amendments for the airport and police department.

• Travel requests for housing, building safety, fire, and law enforcement training
• Sewer satellite basin rebuild: $113,437.50
• Police network server expenditure: $55,380.00
• Police Lexipol Policy Management System: $52,751.70
• Airport budget amendment for FAA AIP projects and administration: $268,100.00

The Finance Committee approved two sets of bill payments totaling $8,184,301.95. The committee also authorized several expenditures over $2,500 for police, sewer, and arts services, and approved multiple budget line item amendments.

• Approved bill payments from Aug 28, 2023, for $6,131,704.20 (3-0)
• Approved bill payments from Sept 5, 2023, for $2,052,597.75 (3-0)
• Approved $113,437.50 for Sewer satellite basin rebuild (3-0)
• Approved $55,380.00 for Police network server (3-0)
• Approved $52,751.70 for Police Lexipol Policy Management System (3-0)
• Approved $268,100.00 budget amendment for Airport FAA AIP projects and administration (3-0)
• Approved various staff travel requests for training and conferences (3-0)
• Approved $18,030.50 reimbursement for Friends of the Arts Center ticket sales (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will review a 50-year ground lease for the Waterloo Regional Airport. The agenda includes approvals for completed road reconstruction projects and library renovation plans. The council will also consider various property waivers and liquor license renewals.

• Completion of Commercial Street, Katiski Drive, and Hawkeye Road project ($2,042,138.61)
• 50-year ground lease with the Iowa Guard Bureau at Waterloo Regional Airport
• $20,000 in hotel/motel tax funds for SportsPlex field turf replacement
• Sale of city-owned property at 3921 Midway Drive for $15,000.00
• Purchase of a 2020 Escape Hybrid for the Planning and Zoning Department ($34,190.00)

The City Council approved bill payments totaling $8,184,301.95 and several infrastructure resolutions, including a $20,000 grant for SportsPlex turf replacement. The council also approved multiple project completions and a 50-year ground lease with the Iowa Guard Bureau. Public comments were heard regarding historical studies and community living conditions.

• Approved bill payments of $6,131,704.20 (Aug 28) and $2,052,597.75 (Sept 5) (6-0)
• Approved $20,000 in hotel/motel tax funds for SportsPlex field turf replacement (6-0)
• Approved construction plans for Paradise Estates First Addition Phase 1 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 2020 Escape Hybrid for Planning and Zoning Department for $34,190.00
• Approved project completion for Commercial Street, Katoski Drive and Hawkeye Road reconstruction ($2,042,138.61)
• Approved project completion for Sergeant Road Trail Bridges No. 2 and 3 ($338,171.77)
• Approved project completion for E. Shaulis Rd. Trail Extension - Phase II ($330,205.22)
• Rescinded three resolutions regarding a business property lease and sale to International Investment Risk Trust, LLC

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss Lexipol software for the Police Department. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 7, 2023, work session.

• Discussion of Lexipol software for the Police Department
• Approval of minutes from the August 7, 2023, Council Work Session

The Council held a work session to discuss the purchase of Lexipol software to help the Police Department maintain compliance with law changes and court cases. No formal vote was taken on the software purchase during this session.

• Approved the proposed agenda (7-0)
• Approved the August 7, 2023 Council Work Session minutes (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests, pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500.00, and proposed budget amendments. Items include infrastructure maintenance, equipment purchases, and funding for fire department staffing and ambulances.

• Purchase of stream credits for Hammond Avenue Bridge: $26,000.00
• Sanitation refuse containers and yard waste carts: $46,888.00 including shipping
• Budget amendment to increase Fire Cash on Hand by $381,000.00 for Station 3 staffing
• Budget amendment to increase Ambulance Cash on Hand by $369,000.00 for a new ambulance
• Central Garage air compressor purchase: $24,035.98 including shipping

The Finance Committee approved two sets of bill payments totaling $5,755,180.63. The committee also authorized various departmental expenditures over $2,500 and approved budget amendments to fund new fire department positions and a replacement ambulance.

• Approved $3,487,529.98 in bill payments for August 14, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved $2,267,650.65 in bill payments for August 21, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved budget amendment of $381,000 for four new Fire Department positions (3-0)
• Approved budget amendment of $369,000 for a new Station 3 ambulance (3-0)
• Approved $43,888 plus $3,000 S/H for sanitation containers and carts (3-0)
• Approved $26,000 for Hammond Avenue Bridge stream credits (3-0)
• Approved $23,035.98 plus $1,000 S/H for a new Central Garage air compressor (3-0)
• Approved travel requests for Officer Cheyenne Shaw, Mayor Quentin Hart, and three staff members (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The council will vote on the 2023 Waterloo Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update and requests to vacate portions of city right-of-way. The agenda also includes approving various construction contracts, personnel appointments, and insurance renewals.

• Adoption of the 2023 Waterloo Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update
• $303,947.40 payment to Lodge Construction for stormwater improvements
• $46,327.00 proposal for a Comprehensive Downtown Study from Fishbeck
• Rescinding a $300,000 development agreement with Youngblut Farms, Ltd.
• $30,000 in hotel/motel tax funds for golf and SportsPlex marketing

The City Council voted to repeal the ordinance regarding conversion therapy. The council also approved several infrastructure projects, downtown study proposals, and personnel appointments via a consent agenda.

• Repealed conversion therapy ordinance (4-3)
• Approved $46,327.00 proposal for Comprehensive Downtown Study from Fishbeck
• Approved $303,947.40 payment to Lodge Construction, Inc. for stormwater improvements
• Rescinded $300,000.00 development agreement with Youngblut Farms, Ltd.
• Approved $30,000.00 in hotel/motel tax funds for golf and sportsplex marketing
• Approved appointment of William Castle as Assistant City Engineer
• Approved appointment of Mohammad Elahi as Traffic Operations Director
• Approved appointment of Ron Bailey as Garage Mechanic

General

The Waterloo City Council will meet for a special session to consider an ordinance amendment. The motion proposes repealing the 'Unfair Practices - Conversion Therapy' section of the city code.

• Repeal of conversion therapy ordinance amendment (Article C, Chapter 3)

The City Council voted to receive and pass for the first time an ordinance repealing the Conversion Therapy section of the Police Regulations. A subsequent motion to suspend the rules for second and third readings failed.

• Approved first reading of ordinance to repeal Article C, Unfair Practices - Conversion Therapy (4-3)
• Denied motion to suspend rules for second and third readings of the repeal ordinance (5-2)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Parklet Ordinance and Sidewalk Cafe Ordinance. The council will also discuss inter-facility transfers. Public comment is not permitted during this session.

• Discussion on Parklet Ordinance and Sidewalk Cafe Ordinance
• Discussion of Inter-facility Transfers
• Approval of July 17, 2023, Council Work Session minutes

The City Council discussed proposed ordinances for parklets and sidewalk cafes, specifically within the entertainment district. No final action was taken on the ordinances or inter-facility transfers during this work session.

• Scheduled first reading of Parklet and Sidewalk Cafe Ordinances for August 21, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved July 17, 2023 Council Work Session minutes (5-0)
• Approved the proposed agenda (5-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests for city officials and pre-authorizing expenditures over $2,500. Items include fuel island repairs, membership dues, and tree removal at 1626 Huntington Road. The committee will also consider a budget amendment for School Resource Officers.

• $423,455.00 budget amendment for School Resource Officers
• Fuel island repairs totaling $39,000.00
• Travel request for IAOHRA 2023 Conference up to $3,493.40
• Curb guards for plow fleet up to $81,000.00
• Tree removal at 1626 Huntington Road costing $2,675.00

The Finance Committee approved over $5.9 million in bill payments and several expenditures exceeding $2,500. The committee also authorized travel requests for city officials and staff and approved a project budget for School Resource Officers.

• Approved $5,930,746.61 in bill payments (3-0)
• Approved $423,455.00 project budget for School Resource Officers (3-0)
• Approved $39,000.00 for Central Garage fuel island repairs (3-0)
• Approved $81,000.00 for FY2024 plow fleet curb guards (3-0)
• Approved $21,000.00 for FY2023 plow fleet curb guards (3-0)
• Approved $35,676.42 for annual INRCOG dues (3-0)
• Approved travel requests for eight city employees and the Mayor (3-0)
• Approved $2,675.00 for hazardous tree removal at 1626 Huntington Road (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The council will review resolutions for several tax exemptions on new residential constructions in the CLURA area. The agenda also includes considering state traffic safety grants and police vehicle purchases. Additionally, the session features various city department personnel appointments.

• Acceptance of FAA grants totaling $646,659 for airport HVAC, security, and paving
• Purchase of two Tahoes ($80,764) and four patrol cars ($154,388) for the Police Department
• Tax exemptions for new residential construction on Red Tail Drive, Shelley Court, and Omaha Avenue
• Iowa DOT grant applications for bicycle lanes ($47,000) and traffic signalization ($262,000)
• Development agreements with 3 Stooges, LLC and C&C Welding, Inc.

The City Council approved over $5.9 million in bill payments and authorized the purchase of six police vehicles. The council also granted tax exemptions for five new residential constructions and scheduled several public hearings for August 21 regarding land use and property sales.

• Approved payment of bills for August 7, 2023, in the amount of $5,930,746.61 (6-0)
• Approved tax exemptions for new construction at 1834 Red Tail Drive, 4853 Shelley Court, 1857 Red Tail Drive, 4157 Omaha Avenue, and 4159 Omaha Avenue
• Approved purchase of two Tahoes for Police Department from Karl Chevrolet, Inc. for $80,764.00
• Approved purchase of four patrol cars for Police Department from Stew Hansen Dodge for $154,388.00
• Approved $406,990.00 FAA Grant for HVAC controls and video security at Waterloo Regional Airport
• Approved $239,669.00 FAA Grant for airport parking lot paving and fire truck filtration systems
• Approved submission of $47,000.00 and $262,000.00 Iowa DOT Traffic Safety grant applications
• Approved appointment of Christopher Alvarado, Brad Manahl, Nicklous Rooff, Mike Heerkes, and Kenny VanDiest to city positions

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee approved several travel requests and pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500 across multiple city departments. The committee also approved two budget amendments for housing funds and forwarded over $3.2 million in bill payments to the full council.

• Approved travel requests for city staff and police totaling $8,819.16 (3-0)
• Approved $5,899.20 for airport runway and taxiway paint beads (3-0)
• Approved $13,800.00 for library heating system pumps (3-0)
• Approved $39,000.00 for central garage fuel island repair parts (3-0)
• Approved $10,440.00 for 'Cityscape' public art restoration on Lafayette Street (3-0)
• Approved $52,625.00 plus $500.00 S/H for a new sewer Flygt Pump (3-0)
• Approved $47,470.00 in State of Iowa funding for Waterloo Housing Trust Fund emergency repairs (3-0)
• Approved $77,765.30 budget amendment for HOME ARP funds (3-0)

City Council Planning Session

The council will hold a planning session to discuss Tolemi software and the Local Option Sales Tax. The agenda also includes routine approvals for liquor licenses, tobacco permits, and a fireworks display.

• $1,418.00 change order for waterline repairs at Waterloo Regional Airport hangar No. 4
• Fireworks display application for Lost Island Theme Park
• Renewals and new applications for various liquor licenses
• Cigarette/Tobacco permit applications for G's Corner and Liquor and Tobacco Outlet

The Council approved a consent agenda including airport waterline repairs and multiple liquor and tobacco permits. Members discussed the potential purchase of Tolemi software and the use of Local Option Sales Tax for property tax relief, though no final decisions were made on these items.

• Approved $1,418 change order for waterline repairs at Waterloo Regional Airport Hangar No. 4
• Approved fireworks display application for Lost Island Theme Park on August 4, 2023
• Approved 19 liquor license renewals and new applications
• Approved cigarette/tobacco permit for G's Corner
• Approved cigarette/tobacco permit for Liquor and Tobacco Outlet

General

The council will review the eight strategic goals of the City of Waterloo Community Vision Plan. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss litigation with counsel.

• Review of Community Vision Plan goals including housing and downtown development
• Discussion of plan to renovate or improve 800 residences
• Closed session regarding litigation

The Council met for a special session and entered a closed executive session to discuss litigation with counsel. No substantive public decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss litigation (5-0)
• Adjourned executive session (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss dilapidated housing. No public comment is permitted during this session.

• Discussion of dilapidated housing
• Approval of minutes

The Council held a work session to review the process for identifying and acquiring dilapidated properties under Iowa Code Section 657A. Staff provided statistics on property demolition and rehabilitation, and discussed the use of Community Development funds and new software for tracking violations. No legislative actions were taken.

• Approved the proposed agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the June 20, 2023, Council Work Session (4-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests and expenditures exceeding $2,500. Proposed items include sewer repairs on Leversee Road and police department subscriptions. The committee will also consider a recycling refund request.

• $35,000 for replacement of 1,000 red-tinted traffic signal lights
• $23,410.10 for Police Benchmark Solutions annual subscription
• $12,000 for rental of maintenance building space at 304 W. 5th Street
• $3,950 for sanitary sewer repair on Leversee Road
• $4,973.40 for EEOC FEPA-TERO training conference in Baltimore

The Finance Committee approved two sets of bill payments totaling $8,956,201.90. The committee also authorized several departmental expenditures and travel requests.

• Approved bills payment for July 10, 2023, in the amount of $3,822,465.71 (3-0)
• Approved bills payment for July 17, 2023, in the amount of $5,133,736.19 (3-0)
• Approved $35,000 for replacement of 1,000 red-tinted traffic signal lights (3-0)
• Approved $23,410.10 for Police Benchmark Solutions annual subscription (3-0)
• Approved $12,000 for maintenance building space rental at 304 W. 5th Street (3-0)
• Approved $10,375.28 for Sewer VFDs for satellite treatment improvements (3-0)
• Approved $7,967.00 plus $150.00 S/H for Sewer sampler for satellite treatment improvements (3-0)
• Approved $89.87 curbside recycling refund for Brad Carey (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council is considering several infrastructure and development proposals. This includes a $4 million sewer revenue loan and the completion of a $4.3 million street reconstruction program. The council will also hold hearings on rezoning requests for senior housing and industrial sites.

• Approval of $4,045,000 in Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes
• Completion of Street Reconstruction Program totaling $4,326,130.56
• Purchase of a used sanitation truck for $349,500.00
• Rezoning request for senior housing near 815 Tower Park Drive
• Development agreement for commercial building at 2775 Crossroads Boulevard ($2,200,000.00)

The City Council approved a loan for sewer revenue capital notes and adopted a funding plan for CDBG and HOME program funds. The council also approved a rezoning request for a light industrial district to allow for storage units and denied a liquor license renewal.

• Authorized loan and issuance of not to exceed $4,045,000.00 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes (5-0)
• Approved FY 2024 One-Year Action Plan funding recommendations for CDBG and HOME Program Funds (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 0.46 acres to 'M-1' Light Industrial District at 622 Ansborough Avenue (5-0)
• Denied liquor license renewal for Flirt's Gentlemen's Club (0-5)
• Approved $349,500.00 purchase of a used Sanitation Truck (5-0)
• Approved $4,326,130.56 project completion for FY 2022 Street Reconstruction Program (5-0)
• Approved sidewalk waivers for 1012-1020 Fletcher Avenue and 918 Burbank Avenue (5-0)
• Postponed Peterson Contractors, Inc. project completion and quantity summary to August 7, 2023 (5-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee met to review travel requests and expenditures exceeding $2,500. Proposed items include software maintenance, equipment repairs, and infrastructure projects. The committee also reviewed upcoming bill payments.

• $300,000 deposit for Fire Engine 306 replacement
• $120,126.82 for annual Tyler Technologies Inc. software maintenance
• $23,000 to relocate play equipment at Gates Park
• $38,958.14 for a secondary clarifier rebuild project in the Sewer department
• $20,286 for new timekeeping system clocks

The Finance Committee approved two sets of bill payments totaling over $5.7 million. The committee also authorized various expenditures for city departments, including a $300,000 deposit for a replacement fire engine and software maintenance fees.

• Approved $300,000 deposit for Engine 306 replacement
• Approved $120,126.82 for Tyler Technologies Inc. software maintenance
• Approved $38,958.14 for sewer secondary clarifier satellite rebuild project
• Approved $23,000 to relocate play equipment at Gates Park
• Approved $20,286.00 for new timekeeping system clocks
• Approved $19,396.39 for 13 Police Department Cradle Points
• Approved $12,990.00 for five airport overhead garage doors
• Approved bill payments of $2,292,832.45 and $3,504,964.50

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and infrastructure projects. These include a new senior housing complex and airport pavement reconstruction. The council will also review various city contracts and personnel appointments.

• Public hearing for $4,045,000 in Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes
• Rezoning request for 110-unit senior housing east of 815 Tower Park Drive
• $1,936,017 FAA grant for Waterloo Regional Airport pavement reconstruction
• Sale of city property at Leversee Road and Hyper Drive for a warehouse
• $198,315 contract award for sidewalk, ramp, and trail repairs

The City Council approved a site plan amendment for contractor suites at Leversee Road and Warp Drive. They also awarded a sidewalk, ramp, and trail repair contract to Brock Even Construction, LLC. Several public hearings were scheduled for July 17, 2023, regarding loans, rezoning, and property sales.

• Approved site plan amendment for 57,600 sq ft contractor suites at Leversee Road and Warp Drive (7-0)
• Awarded FY 2024 Sidewalk Infill, Ramp and Trail Repair (Zone 3) contract to Brock Even Construction, LLC for $198,315.05 (6-0)
• Accepted $1,936,017.00 FAA Grant for taxiway reconstruction at Waterloo Regional Airport
• Approved 2023 Equipment and Services RFP award to ePlus Technology, Inc.
• Approved request for a comprehensive downtown parking study
• Appointed Bridgett Wood as Finance Director, effective July 4, 2023
• Approved payment of bills for June 26 and July 3 totaling $5,797,796.95
• Scheduled public hearings for July 17, 2023, regarding a $4,045,000 sewer loan and various rezoning requests

General

The Waterloo City Council is meeting to consider two resolutions. These include a bid award for a fiber-to-premise network project and the approval of city liability insurance coverage.

• Bid award to ITG Communications, LLC for $77,864,565.10 for the FY 2023 Fiber-to-Premise project
• Approval of liability insurance with a total premium of $2,086,079

The City Council approved a contract for a fiber-to-premise network project and authorized liability insurance coverage for the city. Both resolutions passed with four affirmative votes.

• Approved $77,864,565.10 bid to ITG Communications, LLC for Fiber-to-Premise Feeder/Distribution and Backbone Network Project (4-0)
• Approved liability insurance with Chubb, Travelers, Arch, Allied, and Coalition for a total premium of $2,086,079.00 (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to approve minutes from June 5, 2023, and receive an update from Main Street Waterloo. Public comment is not permitted during this work session.

• Approval of June 5, 2023, meeting minutes
• Update from Main Street Waterloo

The City Council held a work session featuring a presentation from Main Street Waterloo regarding its goals, private investment, and strategic plan. No substantive policy decisions or legislative actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved the June 5, 2023 minutes (6-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing staff travel requests and authorizing expenditures exceeding $2,500. These items include police equipment renewals, software licenses, and department tools.

• $18,492.50 for Police Shield Technology annual renewal
• $14,025.00 for 33 Yankee Hill 5.56 rifle suppressors
• $17,427.96 for a Bobcat for Waste Management plant operations
• $9,950.00 for Officer B. Ingle's Iowa Law Enforcement Academy training
• $9,295.08 for a Traffic Department camera system

The Finance Committee approved two sets of bill payments totaling $5,997,646.54. The committee also authorized several departmental expenditures over $2,500 and approved travel requests for police, airport, and human rights personnel.

• Approved bill payments of $2,857,796.69 (June 12) and $3,139,849.85 (June 26) (3-0)
• Approved $18,492.50 for Police Shield Technology annual renewal (3-0)
• Approved $17,427.96 for Waste Management 2023 Bobcat (3-0)
• Approved $14,025.00 for (33) Yankee Hill 5.56 rifle suppressors (3-0)
• Approved $10,506.00 for City Clerk Granicus Agenda Management Software (3-0)
• Approved $9,295.08 for Traffic Department camera system (3-0)
• Approved $7,000.00 for MIS Department backup system maintenance (3-0)
• Approved travel requests for eight employees, including $9,950.00 for Basic Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council meeting includes votes on airport grants and industrial site plans. The agenda also features public hearings regarding a historic landmark designation and a fiber network project.

• Acceptance of a $1,477,510.00 FAA grant for Waterloo Regional Airport pavement rehabilitation
• Site plan amendment for 57,600 square feet of contractor suites at Leversee Road and Warp Drive
• Purchase of a VAC ALL for the Waste Management Department for $518,836.43
• Public hearing for designating 722 Water Street as a Historic Landmark
• Development agreement for an automated truck wash at Greyhound and Cyclone Drive

The City Council adopted an ordinance to designate 722 Water Street as a Historic Landmark. The council also approved plans for a fiber-to-premise network project and authorized several equipment purchases for city departments.

• Designated 722 Water Street as a Historic Landmark (7-0)
• Approved plans and specifications for FY 2023 Fiber-to-Premise Network Project (7-0)
• Approved $1,477,510 FAA grant for Waterloo Regional Airport pavement work
• Approved $518,836.43 purchase of a VAC ALL for Waste Management
• Approved $275,829.00 purchase of a Ford 550 Ambulance
• Approved $224,196.00 purchase of a TV Van for Waste Management
• Approved $27,782.65 purchase of Fuel Tank Software for Public Works
• Approved $42,685.28 change order for University Avenue Reconstruction Phase 3

General

The City Council will review a request for police cameras for the 4th Street project with a cost not to exceed $150,000.00. The agenda also includes a liquor license application for Absalom Lounge.

• Police Department camera expenditure for 4th Street project, not to exceed $150,000.00
• Class C liquor license with outdoor service for Absalom Lounge at 320 E. 4th Street

The City Council approved funding for a police camera project and granted a temporary liquor license. Both items were passed via voice vote during a special session.

• Approved pre-authorization for 4th Street camera project not to exceed $150,000.00 (5-0)
• Approved 8-month liquor license for Absalom Lounge at 320 E. 4th Street (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session on June 5, 2023. The agenda includes an update from Grow Cedar Valley and a discussion regarding a Nutrient Reduction Study.

• Update from Grow Cedar Valley
• Discussion of a Nutrient Reduction Study

The council held a work session featuring reports from Grow Cedar Valley on workforce recruitment, marketing, and the TechWorks campus. The session also included a presentation on a multi-phase nutrient reduction study for city treatment plants. No legislative actions were taken.

• Approved the agenda (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:40 p.m. (6-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee met to review staff travel requests and authorize expenditures exceeding $2,500. The agenda included costs for fire department equipment, vehicle repairs, and city advertising.

• $11,800 for Fire Department Opti-Com components
• $10,700 for 200 red LED signal balls
• $7,525 for city advertising on KWWL
• $4,458.25 for a motor grader wing cylinder rebuild
• $5,954 for a leisure services condenser fan motor

The Finance Committee approved over $4.5 million in bill payments and several travel requests. The committee also authorized multiple expenditures exceeding $2,500 for fire equipment, leisure services, and city advertising.

• Approved bill payments totaling $4,571,415.72 (3-0)
• Approved travel requests for LeAnn M. Even, Dana Jackson, Noel Anderson, and Jamie Knutson (3-0)
• Approved $11,800 for Fire Opti-Com phase selectors, detectors, and interface panels (3-0)
• Approved $7,716 for Fire replacement hose testing pump and connections (3-0)
• Approved $14,533 plus $1,000 estimated S/H for Greenbelt Lake kayak launch (3-0)
• Approved $10,200 plus $500 S/H for 200 red 12-inch LED signal balls (3-0)
• Approved $7,056 for Mayor's commercial ads on 93.5 The Mix, Cruisin’ KCFI and Corn Country (3-0)
• Approved $4,458.25 for Central Garage wing cylinder rebuild for Motor Grader 19B01 (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council is reviewing several resolutions for the June 5 meeting. Key items include supporting workforce housing tax credit applications and approving various infrastructure projects. The agenda also covers vehicle purchases and utility assessments.

• $250,000.00 for a new Fire Department ambulance via Opioid Allocation Funds
• $205,503.00 purchase of an Elgin Crosswind Street Sweeper 2020 demo unit
• Support for 18 new homes east of 1003 Vermont Street via housing tax credits
• $495,900.30 contract for Midwest Concrete sidewalk repairs in Zone 2
• Historic Landmark designation request for 722 Water Street

The City Council approved over $4.5 million in bill payments and several resolutions supporting workforce housing tax credit applications. The council also authorized the purchase of a street sweeper and approved various infrastructure project completions. Several liquor license renewals and new applications were processed.

• Approved payment of bills for June 5, 2023, in the amount of $4,571,415.72 (7-0)
• Approved $205,503.00 purchase of an Elgin Crosswind Street Sweeper 2020 demo unit
• Approved support for Baltimore Fields, LLC to construct 18 new single-family homes east of 1003 Vermont Street
• Approved support for 3350 University Avenue, LLC to construct 95 new housing units (6-1)
• Approved $250,000.00 Fire Department application for a new front-line ambulance
• Approved audit services proposal from BerganKDV for years ending June 30, 2023-2027
• Approved certification of $111,127.65 in assessments for unpaid snow, tree removal, and lot clean-ups
• Approved appointment of Andrea Lynn and Cristian Rincon as Police Department Clerk II

General

The committee will review travel requests and pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500. Items include airport maintenance, new emergency vehicles, and a police website update.

• $48,966.72 for two John Deere Gator emergency response vehicles
• $26,606.00 for airport office carpeting
• $25,500.00 to replace the police website
• $24,875.00 for HVAC replacement at Livingston Aviation terminal
• $22,290.00 to replace airport gate controllers

The Finance Committee approved a bills payment report totaling $16,810,282.88. The committee also authorized several expenditures over $2,500 for airport maintenance, police equipment, and leisure services, and approved two travel requests for police officers.

• Approved bills payment of $16,810,282.88 (3-0)
• Approved $26,606.00 for airport first floor office carpeting (3-0)
• Approved $22,290.00 for airport perimeter fence gate controllers (3-0)
• Approved $24,875.00 for Livingston Aviation terminal HVAC replacement (3-0)
• Approved $8,316.00 for airfield crack sealing tar (3-0)
• Approved up to $7,500.00 for golf course top dressing sand (3-0)
• Approved $48,966.72 for two John Deere Gator emergency vehicles (3-0)
• Approved $25,500.00 for a new police department website (3-0)

City Council Planning Session

The council will review several liquor license renewals and applications for fireworks displays. Additionally, members will consider a $9,362,172.82 contract award for Gates Park improvements and receive an update on My Waterloo Days events.

• $9,362,172.82 contract award to Woodruff Construction, Inc. for Gates Park Improvements
• Fireworks display applications for the 5th Street Bridge, Bamboo Ridge Campground, and Park Avenue parking ramp
• Resetting of bid opening and public hearing dates for the Fiber-to-the-Premise project
• Renewals and new applications for various liquor licenses

The City Council approved a bid for the FY 2023 Gates Park Improvements and authorized a fiber-to-the-premise network project. The council also approved several liquor licenses, fireworks display applications, and a tobacco permit.

• Approved $9,362,172.82 bid to Woodruff Construction, Inc. for FY 2023 Gates Park Improvements
• Approved Resolution 2023-338 for FY2023 Fiber-to-the-Premise Feeder/Distribution and Backbone Network Project
• Approved 14 liquor license renewals and new applications
• Approved four fireworks display applications for July 1, July 2, June 10, and June 12
• Approved new cigarette/tobacco permit for Express Mart at 2027 Falls Avenue

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss a Climate Action Plan in collaboration with UNI's Center for Energy and Environmental Education. The council will also approve the agenda and minutes from the May 1, 2023, meeting.

• Discussion of a Climate Action Plan with UNI's Center for Energy and Environmental Education
• Approval of May 1, 2023, meeting minutes

The Council held a work session to review programs from the University of Northern Iowa's Center for Energy and Environmental Education. No substantive policy decisions were made during this session.

• Approved the agenda (4-0)
• Approved the May 1, 2023, work session minutes (4-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee will review staff travel requests and authorize several expenditures exceeding $2,500. The meeting also includes a budget amendment for the Ridgeway Towers Apartments project.

• $85,898.00 project budget for Ridgeway Towers Apartments
• $10,900.00 for leadership development training for department heads
• $5,916.00 for airport terminal lighting improvements
• $6,459.00 for annual maintenance at the arena
• Travel requests including $2,670.00 for a Human Rights Youth Summit

The Finance Committee approved bill payments totaling $4,690,972.94 for May 8 and May 15. The committee also authorized several expenditures over $2,500 for airport, leisure services, and training needs, and approved a $85,898 project budget for Ridgeway Towers Apartments.

• Approved bill payments of $3,396,270.23 (May 8) and $1,294,702.71 (May 15) (3-0)
• Approved $85,898 project budget for FY2023 Capital Fund Grant for Ridgeway Towers Apartments (3-0)
• Approved $10,900 for Human Resources leadership development training (3-0)
• Approved $6,459 for Young Arena ammonia ice system maintenance (3-0)
• Approved $5,916 for Airport terminal LED lighting improvements (3-0)
• Approved $4,929 plus $750 S/H for Airport liquid runway deicer (3-0)
• Approved travel requests for staff and officials totaling $7,266.55 (3-0)
• Approved $3,000 for Building Inspections fire alarm plan review (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The council is reviewing a $10 million grant submission for a comprehensive traffic safety plan. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding budget amendments, park improvements, and a historic landmark designation. Additionally, the council will consider several property sales and service contracts.

• $10,000,000 SS4A Grant submission for a traffic safety plan
• $56,900 contract with D. W. Zinser Co., Inc. for demolition at 1100 Sycamore Street
• $48,142 contract with Landmark Turf Services for levee maintenance
• Sale of city property at 217 Reed Street for $11,000
• Historic landmark designation for 415 Walnut Street

The City Council approved the FYE 2023 Budget Amendment and designated 415 Walnut Street as a local Historic Landmark. The council also authorized a $10 million grant application for a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan and approved several construction and demolition bids.

• Approved FYE 2023 Budget Amendment (7-0)
• Designated 415 Walnut Street as a Historic Landmark (7-0)
• Approved $10M U.S. DOT Safe Streets for All Grant application
• Awarded $56,900 demolition contract for 1100 Sycamore Street to D. W. Zinser Co., Inc.
• Awarded $48,142 levee rip rap spraying contract to Landmark Turf Services, LLC
• Approved $4,690,909.94 in bills payment for May 8 and May 15, 2023
• Approved first reading of ordinance to vacate 0.8 acres of University Avenue frontage road (7-0)
• Authorized proceeding with FY 2023 Gates Park Improvements (7-0)

General

The Waterloo City Council will hold a special session to consider a resolution regarding the FY2023 Fiber-to-the-Premise project. The agenda also includes standard procedures such as roll call and approval of the agenda.

• Resolution rejecting all bids received for the FY2023 Construction of a Fiber-to-the-Premise Feeder/Distribution and Backbone Network Project, Contract No. 1080

The Council adopted Resolution 2023-301 to reject all bids for the FY2023 Construction of a Fiber-to-the-Premise Feeder/Distribution and Backbone Network Project. Revised specifications are expected by the June 5th meeting.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-301 rejecting all bids for Fiber-to-the-Premise project (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss amending human rights and police regulations. The discussion focuses on Article C, Unfair Practices-Conversion Therapy. Public comment is not permitted during this session.

• Discussion of an ordinance amending conversion therapy regulations
• Approval of minutes from May 15, 2023

The City Council held a work session to discuss an ordinance amending police regulations regarding conversion therapy. The council reviewed the potential workload for the Human Rights Director and the role of licensing bodies in enforcement. No vote was taken on the proposed ordinance during this session.

• Approved the proposed agenda (6-0)
• Approved the April 17, 2023 Council Work Session minutes (6-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing travel requests, expenditures over $2,500, and several budget amendments. Key items include funding for ARPA projects and TIF District capital projects. The committee will also consider departmental expenses for police equipment and sewer maintenance.

• $5,000,000 budget amendment for ARPA projects
• $2,924,976 budget amendment for TIF District capital projects
• $300,000 budget increase for Sewer Department machinery and equipment replacement
• $15,000 for an updated airport leakage study
• $12,851.66 expenditure for three ballistic shields for the Police Department

The Finance Committee approved several budget amendments, including $5 million for ARPA projects and over $5.2 million for TIF District capital projects. The committee also authorized various departmental expenditures and approved bill payments totaling over $6 million.

• Approved $80,764.00 pre-authorization for two Tahoes (3-0)
• Approved $5,000,000.00 budget amendment for ARPA projects (3-0)
• Approved budget amendments for TIF District capital projects totaling $5,211,720.00 (3-0)
• Approved $300,000.00 budget amendment for Sewer Department machinery and equipment (3-0)
• Approved $150,000.00 from Section 8 fund balance for Housing Assistance Payments (3-0)
• Approved $304,012.00 budget amendment for property acquisitions (3-0)
• Approved $4,833,056.09 in bill payments for April 24, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved $1,227,447.57 in bill payments for May 1, 2023 (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider several property resolutions, including tax exemptions for new residential and commercial construction. The agenda also includes development agreements for a retail/medical district and a new storage facility. Additionally, the council will review liquor license renewals and various city proclamations.

• Development agreement with Mann Road Storage, LLC ($4,561,900 assessment)
• Tax exemptions for 514 Johnson Street and 2122 Hawthorne Avenue
• $66,570 change order for the Westdale Bioswale project
• Infrastructure development agreement for North Crossing district
• Liquor license renewals for local businesses

The City Council approved bill payments totaling $6,060,503.66 and granted tax exemptions for a new home and commercial building in the CURA area. Several public hearing dates were set for May 15, 2023, regarding budget amendments, property vacations, and development agreements. The council also renewed several board appointments and liquor licenses.

• Approved bill payments for April 24 ($4,833,056.09) and May 1 ($1,227,447.57) (7-0)
• Approved tax exemptions for new home at 514 Johnson Street valued at $210,000.00 (7-0)
• Approved tax exemptions for new commercial building at 2122 Hawthorne Avenue valued at $171,608.00 (7-0)
• Approved driveway waivers for 4235 Chico Drive, 307 W. Orange Road, 225 Lichty Blvd., and 307 Euclid Street (7-0)
• Set May 15 public hearing for FYE 2023 Budget amendment (7-0)
• Set May 15 public hearing for Mann Road Storage, LLC development agreement and property sale (7-0)
• Set May 15 public hearing for 415 Walnut Street historic landmark designation (7-0)
• Renewed appointments for five Housing Appeals Board members and one Telecommunications member (7-0)

General

The City Council will meet for a special session to consider a new liquor license application. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and agenda approval.

• New Special Class C Alcohol Liquor License with outdoor service at 1139 Josephine Street

The City Council met in a special session and approved a new liquor license. The license is for a specific location and has a set expiration date.

• Approved Special Class C Alcohol Liquor License for Waterloo Softball Association at 1139 Josephine Street (4-0)

General

The City Council special session covers the Community Vision Plan, which outlines goals for housing, downtown development, and workforce growth. The council will also receive and file sealed bids for $6,000,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023A.

• Receipt of sealed bids for $6,000,000.00 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023A

The council did not have a quorum present. No substantive decisions were made, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Received and filed sealed bids for $6,000,000.00 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023A (not opened)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review the meeting agenda and receive various filings. The council is also scheduled to consider a resolution directing the sale of $6,000,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023A.

• Resolution Directing Sale of $6,000,000.00 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023A
• Receive and file proof of publication of Notice of Sale
• Receive and file copies of Calls

The City Council adopted a resolution to sell $6,000,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023A. The bonds were sold through Robert Baird & Co., Inc. at a rate of 3.3288%.

• Approved sale of $6,000,000.00 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023A at 3.3288% (4-0)
• Received and filed proof of publication of Notice of Sale (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items. Topics include solar group purchasing, FY2022 audited financial statements, and the Honeywell Smart City Initiative.

• Discussion of solar group purchasing
• Review of FY2022 audited financial statements
• Discussion of Honeywell Smart City Initiative

The council held a work session to discuss the Grow Solar Program and the FY2022 audited financial statements. Members also received a presentation on the Honeywell Smart City Strategic Action Plan. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made during the session.

• Approved agenda as proposed or amended (4-0)
• Approved April 3, 2023 Work Session minutes (4-0)

City Council Regular Session

The committee is reviewing travel requests for city staff and pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500. The agenda also includes proposed budget amendments to increase revenue and expense lines.

• $57,756.22 for Smart Cities camera expansion
• $31,920.00 plus $3,300.00 shipping for 570 refuse containers
• $16,000.00 for Fire Department docking stations
• $120,000.00 budget amendment for interest revenue and expenditures
• $26,044.90 for paramedic school training

The Finance Committee approved two sets of bill payments totaling $4,845,666.37. The committee also authorized multiple departmental expenditures over $2,500 and approved several budget line item amendments for the Police and Finance departments.

• Approved bills payment for April 10, 2023, in the amount of $2,756,093.99 (3-0)
• Approved bills payment for April 17, 2023, in the amount of $2,089,572.38 (3-0)
• Approved travel requests including $26,044.90 for Paramedic School and $3,645.00 for Mayor Quentin Hart's trip to Washington, DC (3-0)
• Approved expenditures over $2,500, including $57,756.22 for Smart Cities Camera expansion and $31,920.00 for refuse containers (3-0)
• Approved budget amendment to increase Interest Revenue and expenditure lines by $120,000.00 (3-0)
• Approved budget amendments for Police Department K-9 program ($6,000.00), Tri-County ($25,000.00), and Operation Leviathan ($5,000.00) (3-0)
• Approved $5,324.94 for emergency K-9 surgery for Axe (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council is reviewing several resolutions, including tax exemptions and contract awards. Key items include setting public hearings for a new trucking terminal development east of 115 Warp Drive. The council also rejected a $7,429,551.98 bid for a street reconstruction project.

• Public hearing set for May 1, 2023, regarding the sale of city property to DMJ Development, LLC for a trucking terminal.
• Awarded $122,390.00 contract to FM Controls, Inc. for airport HVAC controls.
• Rejection of Aspro, Inc. bid of $7,429,551.98 for the Broadway Street and E. San Marnan Drive reconstruction project.
• Approval of tax exemptions for a new home at 906 Bishop Avenue valued at $345,000.00.
• Awarded mowing contract to Wilson Custom Tree Service for wastewater treatment plant lift stations.

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including HVAC controls for the Waterloo Regional Airport and mowing services for wastewater treatment plant lift stations. The council also rejected a $7.4M bid for the Broadway Street and E. San Marnan Drive reconstruction project due to insufficient funds.

• Awarded $122,390 airport HVAC controls contract to FM Controls, Inc. (6-0)
• Awarded wastewater lift station mowing contract to Wilson Custom Tree Service (6-0)
• Rejected $7,429,551.98 bid from Aspro, Inc. for Broadway Street and E. San Marnan Drive project (6-0)
• Approved tax exemptions for a new $345,000 home at 906 Bishop Avenue (6-0)
• Approved concrete driveway waiver for 1421 Denver Street (6-0)
• Set May 1 public hearing for sale of city property to DMJ Development, LLC for $1.00 (6-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $2,756,093.99 and $2,089,572.38 (6-0)
• Appointed Sulejman Dizdarevic to the Human Rights Commission (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items. Discussions include the city's procurement policy and the conversion of 4th, 5th, and 6th Streets to two-way traffic. The council will also discuss a Brownfields Grant.

• Discussion of Procurement Policy
• Conversion of 4th, 5th, and 6th Streets to two-way traffic
• Discussion of Brownfields Grant
• Approval of March 20, 2023, minutes

The Council held a work session to discuss proposed changes to the procurement policy and the 4th, 5th, and 6th Street Conversion Study. Representatives from HR Green and the EPA provided updates on the Brownfields grant program. No substantive policy or project votes were taken beyond the approval of the agenda and previous minutes.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the March 20, 2023 Council Work Session (5-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee is reviewing travel requests for city staff and pre-authorizing several large expenditures. The meeting also includes proposed budget amendments for utility coverage and project funds.

• Repair and upgrade of Sewer Blower #1 ($56,642.00)
• Repair and upgrade of Sewer Blower #2 ($55,417.00)
• Replacement canopy for the Airport Passenger Boarding Bridge ($8,154.00 plus shipping)
• Budget amendment to use $25,000.00 from Ridgeway Towers' fund balance for utilities
• Annual renewal of Neighborly Software ($16,800.00)

The Finance Committee approved two sets of bill payments totaling $4,471,308.95. The committee also authorized several equipment repairs and software renewals and approved three budget amendments.

• Approved bill payments of $3,206,338.64 (March 27) and $1,264,970.31 (April 3) (3-0)
• Approved $112,059.00 in sewer repairs for Blowers #1, #2, and a Flygt Pump (3-0)
• Approved $16,800.00 for Neighborly Software renewal (3-0)
• Approved $13,000.00 for municipal golf course advertising on KWWL and OnMedia (3-0)
• Approved $8,754.00 for airport jetbridge canopy replacement (3-0)
• Approved $7,720.00 for Waterloo Convention Center forklift battery (3-0)
• Approved $25,000.00 budget amendment for Ridgeway Towers utility expenses (3-0)
• Approved travel requests for public works, police, human rights, and forestry staff (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The council will consider several resolutions regarding bond advertisements and park improvements. The agenda also includes property sales for residential and warehouse developments. A public hearing is scheduled for the FY 2024 budget.

• Advertisement for sale of $6,000,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023A
• Preliminary plans and bid dates for Gates Park Improvements
• Tax exemption request for construction at 4342 Mourning Dove Drive
• Sale of city property east of 1003 Vermont Street for 18 single-family dwellings
• FY 2024 Budget public hearing

The City Council approved the FY 2024 budget with total property tax askings of $46,756,479. The council also awarded several airport infrastructure contracts and approved site plan amendments for new commercial developments.

• Approved FY 2024 budget with levy rate of $19.73019 (6-0)
• Approved $9M in Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes (6-0)
• Awarded $543,285 airport pavement rehabilitation contract to American Road Maintenance (6-0)
• Awarded $2,507,493.75 airport taxiway reconstruction contract to Owen Contracting, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved site plan amendment for new Starbucks coffee shop at 115 East Ridgeway Avenue (6-0)
• Approved site plan amendment for 50,400 sq ft office/warehouse at Leversee Road and Hyper Drive (6-0)
• Awarded $3,183,523.98 asphalt overlay contract to Aspro, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved tax rebates for 180-unit residential development at North Crossing (5-1)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY2024 budget and a residential group buy solar program. The council will also consider approving minutes from the March 6, 2023 meeting.

• Discussion of the FY2024 budget
• Discussion of a residential group buy solar program

The City Council held a work session to review the FY2024 budget presentation and the Grow Solar residential group buy program. No formal votes were taken on these items; the session consisted of presentations and discussions.

• Approved the proposed agenda (6-0)
• Recessed until 4:30 p.m. (6-0)
• Reconvened at 4:25 p.m. (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:40 p.m. (6-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee is reviewing several travel requests and pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500. The agenda includes a budget amendment for the SportsPlex and costs for traffic sign posts. The committee will also process bill payments for March 2023.

• Pre-authorization for $8,928 in sign posts plus $1,000 shipping
• Budget amendment to increase SportsPlex expense by $6,945
• Travel request for airport firefighter training up to $2,500
• Expenditure for golf course equipment supplies up to $3,340
• Pre-authorization for clerk's office ordinance codification services

The Finance Committee approved two sets of bill payments totaling $5,429,351.20. The committee also authorized several expenditures over $2,500 for city services and approved travel requests for city staff.

• Approved bill payments of $3,902,627.51 (March 13) and $1,526,723.69 (March 20) (3-0)
• Approved $8,928.00 plus $1,000.00 S/H for 300 traffic sign posts (3-0)
• Approved $3,454.00 plus $99.97 S/H for Clerk's Office codification services (3-0)
• Approved golf course supplies up to $3,340.00 and irrigation parts up to $3,600.00 (3-0)
• Approved portable restrooms at $101.99 per unit for parks (3-0)
• Approved budget amendment to increase SportsPlex concession revenue and merchandise expense by $6,945.00 (3-0)
• Approved travel requests for Tyler Hare ($2,500), Christopher Kubli ($250), and Randy Bennett/Scott Brunson ($975) (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will consider resolutions regarding opioid litigation settlements and a $9 million sewer loan. The agenda also includes public hearings for airport projects and site plan amendments.

• Settlement agreements regarding opioid litigation against Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Wal Mart
• Authorization of up to $9,000,000 in Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes
• Purchase agreements for Gates Park renovations with Midwest Playscapes and Waterplay Solutions Corporation
• Site plan amendment for a Starbucks at 115 East Ridgeway Avenue
• Hotel/motel tax fund allocations of $23,000 to the Waterloo Municipal Band and $30,000 to the Police Department

The City Council approved a site plan amendment for a 23-stall parking garage at 1117 Maxhelen Boulevard. The council also authorized two purchase agreements for Gates Park renovation amenities totaling over $668,000 and approved several airport and infrastructure projects.

• Approved parking garage construction at 1117 Maxhelen Boulevard (6-0)
• Approved $420,490.20 purchase agreement with Midwest Playscapes for Gates Park (5-1)
• Approved $248,196.46 purchase agreement with Waterplay Solutions Corporation for Gates Park (6-0)
• Approved $23,000 for Waterloo Municipal Band and $30,000 for Waterloo Police Department from hotel/motel tax funds
• Authorized opt-in to opioid litigation settlement agreements (Resolution 2023-153)
• Approved $9M Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes public hearing for April 3, 2023
• Approved community garden agreement with UNI at Highland Park (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for University Progress Addition at 3810 University Avenue (6-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will swear in Belinda Creighton-Smith as the Ward 4 council member. The council will also consider a resolution to appoint William Beck as Fire Chief of Waterloo Fire Rescue.

• Swearing in of Belinda Creighton-Smith as Ward 4 City Council member
• Resolution approving appointment of William Beck as Fire Chief
• Swearing in of William Beck as Fire Chief

The City Council approved the appointment and employment agreement for William Beck as Fire Chief of Waterloo Fire Rescue. The council also swore in Belinda Creighton-Smith as the Ward 4 City Council member.

• Approved appointment of William Beck as Fire Chief (7-0)
• Swore in Belinda Creighton-Smith as Ward 4 City Council member
• Swore in William Beck as Fire Chief
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee is reviewing pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500. The agenda includes budget amendments for city-wide cameras and lake improvements.

• $68,000.00 grant for installation of cameras throughout the city
• $193,890.00 REAP grant for Greenbelt Lake Improvements Phase II
• $60,000.00 for an airport marketing plan for FY 2023 IDOT Air Service Grant
• $13,583.46 to purchase 20 scanners for the paperless AP process
• $11,627.36 for a pollinator habitat project at Tibbits Park

The Finance Committee approved several travel requests and pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500. The committee also approved budget amendments for grant-funded projects and forwarded bills payment reports to the full council.

• Approved travel requests for narcotics conference, leadership initiative, and Cedar Valley Coalition (3-0)
• Approved $60,000 for Airport FY 2023 IDOT Air Service Grant marketing plan (3-0)
• Approved $13,583.46 for 20 scanners for paperless AP process (3-0)
• Approved $5,571.17 for Ridgeway Towers water softener replacement (3-0)
• Approved $11,627.36 for Tibbits Park pollinator seed mix (3-0)
• Approved $193,890.00 REAP grant for Greenbelt Lake Improvements Phase II (3-0)
• Approved $68,000.00 US Dept of Justice grant for city-wide camera installation (3-0)
• Approved bills payment reports totaling $3,794,303.22 for forwarding to full council (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council is reviewing several bond issuances totaling over $6.8 million for corporate purposes. They are also considering a $1,780,793 allocation from the American Rescue Plan to assist with homelessness. Other items include airport improvements and street reconstruction projects.

• Issuance of General Obligation Bonds up to $4,700,000
• $1,780,793 allocation for homelessness assistance via American Rescue Plan
• Waterloo Regional Airport pavement rehabilitation and reconstruction
• Broadway Street and E. San Marnan Drive reconstruction project
• Tax exemption for a $460,000 office remodel at 214 E. 4th Street

The City Council approved $1,780,793 in American Rescue Plan funds to assist vulnerable populations and households experiencing homelessness. The council also authorized several general obligation bonds and approved a $164,500 contract for airport security systems. A proposed youth mental health protection ordinance was postponed until May 1, 2023.

• Approved $1,780,793 in HOME-American Rescue Plan funds for homelessness assistance (6-0)
• Authorized General Obligation Bonds not to exceed $4.7M, $700K, $700K, and $700K (6-0)
• Awarded $164,500 contract to K & W Electric, Inc. for Airport CCTV Project (6-0)
• Approved sale of 514 Johnson Street to Dieu Israel Kabangu for $210,000 (6-0)
• Postponed youth mental health protection ordinance until May 1, 2023 (4-2)
• Approved $300 civil penalty for West Side Liquor for sale of tobacco to a minor (6-0)
• Approved $27,650 agreement with HR Green for soil testing at Gates Park (6-0)
• Approved tax rebate agreement with Fireworks Leasing, LLC for retail building (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will discuss proposed amendments to the noise variance and automated traffic enforcement ordinances. The session also includes an update from the Grout Museum District. No public comment is permitted during this work session.

• Amendments to the noise variance ordinance
• Amendments to the automated traffic enforcement ordinance
• Update from Grout Museum District

General

The Waterloo Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests for city departments and pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500. Items include sewer equipment, street safety supplies, and airport maintenance. The committee also considers budget amendments for the 37GFT.TREE project.

• Pre-authorization of $52,972.00 plus $500.00 S/H for a Flygt mixer
• Purchase of trees for the Plant Waterloo Residential Tree program for $24,840.00 plus shipping
• Travel request for Community Development staff to Seattle up to $11,020.00
• Pre-authorization of $5,125.50 plus $565.68 S/H for an airport deicer heater chamber
• Budget amendment for the 37GFT.TREE project totaling $27,993.58

The council approved several staff travel requests and pre-authorized expenditures for airport, sewer, and street maintenance. Budget amendments for the Plant Waterloo Residential Tree program were approved. Two sets of bill payments totaling over $4.3 million were forwarded to the full council.

• Approved travel requests for Community Development, Neighborhood Services, Technology Services, and Police (3-0)
• Approved $5,691.18 for airport deicer heater chamber (3-0)
• Approved $5,200.00 for sprinkler head replacement at Waterloo Convention Center (3-0)
• Approved $24,840.00 plus shipping for residential trees (3-0)
• Approved $3,792.00 for sewer grinder pump (3-0)
• Approved $53,472.00 for sewer Flygt mixer (3-0)
• Approved $2,500.00 for sewer transmission rebuild (3-0)
• Approved $7,423.00 for street barricades and traffic safety equipment (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The council is reviewing the FY2024 budget and property tax levies, which include a proposed increase of over $5 million. The agenda also includes bond issuances, city property sales, and zoning amendments.

• Resolution approving maximum property tax askings of $42,260,443.00
• Proposed issuance of General Obligation Bonds up to $4,700,000.00
• Sale of city property at 514 Johnson Street for $210,000.00
• $100,000.00 contract for Edison Park playground equipment
• Rezoning request near 709 Dearborn Avenue for a vehicle storage facility

The Council approved the maximum property tax askings for the budget year ending June 30, 2024. They also passed several zoning amendments and a sidewalk repair ordinance, while denying a property sale to Weatherfield Realty Group, LLC. A proposed youth mental health protection ordinance was received but not finalized.

• Approved FY24 Maximum Property Tax Askings of $42,260,443.00 (6-0)
• Denied sale of city property to Weatherfield Realty Group, LLC for $1.00 (3-3)
• Approved rezoning of 0.28 acres for a vehicle storage facility east of 709 Dearborn Avenue (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Sidewalk, Construction, Inspections, and Repair program (6-0)
• Approved $100,000 contract for Edison Park Playground Equipment (6-0)
• Approved $6,891 supplemental agreement for 11th Street and Park Avenue Bridge Replacements (6-0)
• Approved use of fireworks on July 3, 2023 (5-1)
• Denied request to suspend rules for youth mental health protection ordinance (0-6)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss amendments to the sidewalk ordinance. The council will also discuss a ban on conversion therapy.

• Amendments to the sidewalk ordinance
• Discussion of a ban on conversion therapy

City Council Regular Session

The committee is reviewing staff travel requests for various training conferences. Members will also consider pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500, including vehicle purchases and equipment maintenance. Additionally, the agenda includes budget amendments for CARES funding and police training grants.

• Pre-authorization of $43,000.00 for a 2021 Ford F150 truck for the Fire Department
• Purchase of four new heaters for the Waste Management building for $80,200.00
• Budget amendment for CARES funding in the amount of $22,210.00
• Tree planting along University Avenue totaling $9,272.00
• Pre-authorization of $16,187.00 for airport E36 liquid deicer totes

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council is reviewing several items in its consent agenda, including infrastructure projects and property agreements. The meeting includes discussions on airport upgrades and tax exemptions for various residential developments.

• $500,000 gift from the Pauline R. Barrett Foundation for a playground at Gates Park
• Sale of city property to Weatherfield Realty Group for a telecommunications facility
• Bid award of $25,740.00 for electrical improvements to Hangar 3-A at Waterloo Regional Airport
• Approval of tax exemptions for multiple residential construction projects in the CLURA area
• Project completion and payment of $716,195.99 for Center for the Arts Parking Phase 2