Waterloo public meetings in 2024

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss a Safety Action Plan submitted by Mayor Quentin Hart. The session also includes a discussion regarding parking rates and potential ordinance changes.

• Discussion of a Safety Action Plan
• Discussion of parking rates and parking ordinance changes

The City Council held a work session with no substantive decisions. They received a presentation on the Cedar Valley Community Safety System Action Plan and discussed proposed parking ordinance changes, agreeing to continue parking discussions on January 6, 2025. Only procedural motions (agenda approval, minutes approval, adjournment) were passed.

• Approved agenda as proposed (7-0)
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2024 work session (7-0)
• Adjourned at 5:09 p.m. (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various expenditures including staff travel requests and pre-authorizations for city equipment. The committee will also consider a budget amendment for the Healthy Homes Production Grant and several garbage service refund requests.

• Travel requests for building, safety, and public works staff
• Purchase of 4 Chevy Equinox vehicles for $113,797.60
• Byrnes pool deck equipment renovation for $65,377.01 including shipping
• Budget amendment for Healthy Homes Production Grant of $1,997,179.84
• Refund requests for garbage service billing errors at three properties

The Finance Committee approved travel requests for staff training, pre-authorizations for over $2,500 in expenditures including vehicles and equipment, budget amendments, refunds, and bills payments totaling $7,957,551.63. All motions passed unanimously with three votes.

• Approved travel requests for 7 staff and mayor totaling $14,826.74 (3-0)
• Approved pre-authorizations for 16 expenditures including snow plow, vehicles, software, and equipment (3-0)
• Approved budget amendment for Healthy Homes Production Grant of $1,997,179.84 (3-0)
• Approved three garbage service refunds totaling $687.67 (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $3,394,506.69 for Dec 9, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $4,563,044.94 for Dec 16, 2024 (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several resolutions including a major industrial development agreement, various infrastructure contracts, and the sale of property for housing rehabilitation. The meeting also includes discussions on bond advertisements and public hearings regarding land sales.

• Development agreement for 800,000 square feet of industrial building at CN Railroad and Leversee Road
• Sale of City-owned property to International Paper Company for $1.00
• Sale of 408 Vermont Street to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for $1.00
• Advertisement for $3,560,000.00 in General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series 2025A
• Advertisement for $28,590,000.00 in Taxable General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds, Series 2025B

The Waterloo City Council approved a resolution setting a public hearing for the sale of city-owned property to International Paper for $1.00, with a development agreement for an 800,000-square-foot industrial building, tax rebates, and a minimum assessment agreement. The council also approved the sale of 408 Vermont Street to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for $1.00, along with a development agreement for rehabilitation and asbestos mitigation grants. All resolutions passed unanimously except the land purchase from John R. and Margaret A. Wolfe, which passed 6-1 with Council Member Boesen dissenting.

• Set public hearing for sale of city property to International Paper for $1.00 (7-0)
• Approved sale of 408 Vermont Street to Habitat for Humanity for $1.00 (7-0)
• Approved development agreement with Habitat for Humanity including $5,000 grant and up to $16,885 for asbestos mitigation (7-0)
• Approved $20,260 asbestos survey services for former Rath buildings (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 14 acres from John R. and Margaret A. Wolfe for $45,000/acre (6-1)
• Approved sludge tank cleaning contract with Nutri-Ject Systems up to $98,739.61 (7-0)
• Approved $3.56M and $28.59M bond sales for urban renewal (7-0)
• Approved speed humps on Huntington Road and Prospect Boulevard (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council Finance Committee will review travel requests for police and animal control officers, and pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500 totaling nearly $196,000. Items include vehicle replacements for Traffic Operations, equipment for Leisure Services and Sewer, and software renewals for the airport and Culture and Arts. The committee will also approve bills payable on November 25 and December 2, 2024.

• Traffic Operations: $54,137.30 for a 2025 Ford Transit 350 van replacing a 2005 Colorado
• Traffic Operations: $34,687.00 for a 2024 Colorado 4WD Crew Cab replacing a 2011 Colorado
• Leisure Services: up to $30,000 for equipment parts for golf course turf equipment
• Central Garage: $23,500 for a new tilt trailer to haul a mini excavator
• Airport: $4,891.00 for upgrades and weatherization of the parking lot license plate reader system

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold public hearings on issuing up to $32.5 million in taxable and general obligation urban renewal bonds for the ECP/UR projects. They will also consider approving a $3.39 million bid for the FY 2025 W.A.R.P. 4th Addition road project, property sales for housing rehabilitation, and various consent agenda items including tax exemptions, demolition contracts, and liquor licenses.

• Public hearings on issuing $18M, $10.5M, and $4M in urban renewal bonds (ECP/UR-1, -2, -3).
• Award of $3,388,768.90 bid to Baker Enterprises for FY 2025 W.A.R.P. 4th Addition road project.
• Resolution approving $339,900 demolition contract for former Saint Mary's Church and Villa at 2127 E. 4th St. and 123 E. Parker St.
• Development agreement with Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for 408 Vermont St., including $5,000 infill housing grant and up to $16,885 for asbestos mitigation.
• Sale of city-owned properties at 1027 W. 3rd St. and 128 Lincoln St. to Rock Star Real Estate for $25,200, with $20,000 in grants for rehabilitation.

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council work session will approve the minutes from the November 4, 2024 meeting and receive an update from Grow Cedar Valley presented by Community Planning and Development Director Noel Anderson. No public comment will be taken during this work session.

• Approval of Minutes of November 4, 2024
• Update from Grow Cedar Valley (presented by Noel Anderson)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee will discuss multiple expenditure pre-authorizations over $2,500, including a $50,343 fire truck replacement, $84,240 for sewer UV lamps, and $40,000 for streetlight poles. They will also consider travel requests and budget amendments for the Library and Fire Department. The meeting includes approval of minutes and bill payments.

• $50,343 to replace Fire Dept 2004 plow truck with 2024 F-350
• $84,240 for new UV disinfection lamps at sewer plant
• $40,000 for streetlight pole replacements citywide
• $23,680 for epoxy floor coating at Airport Hangar No. 3
• Budget amendments: $15,000 for Library youth service desk, $9,500 for Fire Dept plow truck

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will vote on a consent agenda including the issuance of up to $32.5 million in urban renewal bonds, the sale of city-owned properties for housing, and the approval of construction contracts.

• Approval of $32.5M in Urban Renewal Bonds
• Sale of 1027 W. 3rd Street and 128 Lincoln Street for $25,200
• Award of $308,879.69 contract for Prefabricated Shelter at 1700 Idaho Street
• Approval of Kingsley Avenue Reconstruction project completion
• Appointment of Latoya Hall as Housing Coordinator

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council work session will approve the minutes from the October 7, 2024 work session. Council members will discuss a proposed moratorium on hobby farms, introduced by Ward 2 Council Member Dave Boesen. The meeting will also include a discussion of the Building Blocks software with Tolemi, presented by Mayor Quentin Hart.

• Approval of minutes from the October 7, 2024 work session
• Discussion of a moratorium on hobby farms (submitted by Council Member Dave Boesen)
• Discussion of the Building Blocks software with Tolemi (submitted by Mayor Quentin Hart)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing several pre-authorizations for expenditures over $2,500 and budget amendments. Key items include equipment for the Street Department, Police Department vehicle replacements, and various facility repairs.

• Purchase of a large asphalt paver for $263,837.00 plus $5,000.00 S/H
• Purchase of five Chevy Equinox vehicles for the Police Department totaling $142,247.00
• Sewer hydraulic pump system expenditure of $82,500.00 plus $1,800.00 S/H
• Budget amendment of $150,000.00 for unmarked police vehicles
• Purchase of a 6,500 gallon brine tank for $31,296.23 plus $1,500.00 S/H

City Council Regular Session

The City Council is reviewing bids for demolition and site clearance services across multiple properties. The body is also considering tax exemptions for new construction and a transit vehicle parking agreement.

• Award of $118,000 and $198,000 demolition contracts to D.W. Zinser Company, Inc. for various city and development corp properties
• HSIP Grant application for $640,000 for systemic snow protection of red signals
• Tax exemptions for a new garage at 1330 Wallgate Avenue ($17,000) and a home at 4455 Charm Drive ($340,000)
• Farm Lease Agreement with Lanehaven Farms, Inc. for 70.25 acres at $300 per acre
• Property Use Agreement with Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments for transit parking near 1325 Black Hawk Street

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing travel requests, bill payments, and various expenditures over $2,500. The body is also considering budget amendments for several grant-funded traffic and police projects.

• Proposed $1,100,000 budget for Broadway ASCT Project and $910,000 for Ansborough Avenue ASCT Project
• Expenditure of $99,750 for replacement of a damaged northbound overhead signal on Hwy. 218
• Purchase of 1.27 acres of emergent wetland credits for $40,322.50
• Proposed $88,000 Highway Safety Fund Grant and $36,113 Federal Violence Against Women grant for Police
• Software renewal for City Clerk (Laserfiche) totaling $18,979.07

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will discuss the Community Vision Plan and vote on a series of routine resolutions. It will set dates for public hearings on several urban renewal and redevelopment plans, and approve specific contracts and purchases. Items include a $4,000 youth safety grant, a wetland restoration contract, and the police vehicle purchase.

• Resolution to set a public hearing on Nov 4, 2024 for a property use agreement at 1325 Black Hawk Street for transit vehicle parking
• Resolution to set a public hearing on Nov 18, 2024 to amend the Crossroads Waterloo Urban Renewal and Redevelopment Plan
• Resolution approving a $4,000 public service grant from the Waterloo Elks Lodge for youth safety and education
• Resolution approving the contract with Shift General Contracting (Contract No. 1109) for FY 2025 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive Wetland A Restoration
• Resolution authorizing purchase of two Chevy Colorado vehicles for the Police Department for $69,375.60 from Karl Chevrolet

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss civil service procedures. This item was submitted by Assistant Human Resources Director Missy Gearhart.

• Discussion on Civil Service Procedures

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing several spending requests, including emergency equipment repairs and infrastructure upgrades. The body will also consider budget amendments for the Police Department and Airport projects.

• Emergency transmission repair for John Deere 7200R Tractor at the Airport: $57,971.00
• Trailer for asphalt paver and large roller for Street Dept: $47,980.00
• Downtown Waterloo street light pole upgrades: up to $30,000.00
• Pedestrian signal and LED installation: up to $30,000.00
• FY-25 Iowa DOT Commercial Service Vertical Infrastructure project budget: $124,902.00

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider a consent agenda featuring multiple infrastructure contracts, airport grants, and personnel appointments. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding asbestos abatement services for specific city properties.

• Purchase of one Ford F-550 Superliner Type I Ambulance for $301,401.00
• Asbestos abatement contract awarded to Advanced Environmental, Inc. for $28,700.00
• Iowa DOT grants for the Regional Airport totaling $172,902.00 for advertising and terminal upgrades
• Tax exemptions for a new single family home valued at $400,000.00 at 618 Creston Avenue
• Proposed $15,000.00 grant to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for infill housing in the Walnut Neighborhood

General

The Finance Committee will review and approve travel requests for city staff. It will also authorize expenditures over $2,500 for projects such as a Bobcat excavator, parking ramp updates, and sewer pump replacement, and consider budget amendments for leisure services advertising.

• Purchase of Bobcat E60 Compact Excavator for $109,449.99 (+ $2,000 S/H) for sewer work
• Updates to Commercial Street Parking Ramp, Atrium & Skywalk for $94,728.00
• Turbocharger replacement on Central Garage truck #194A05 for $2,573.23 (+ $250 S/H)
• Approve $15,000 On Media advertising for Golf and $15,000 for SportsPlex funded by Hotel Motel Discretionary funds
• Travel request for LeKeisha Veasley (Housing Authority Director) to attend HOTMA Training, up to $1,900.00

The Finance Committee approved all agenda items, including travel requests, pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, budget line item amendments, and the bills payment. The largest expenditure was $94,728 for Commercial Street Parking Ramp, Atrium & Skywalk updates. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved travel requests for 8 employees totaling up to $9,785.36 (3-0)
• Approved $94,728 for Commercial Street Parking Ramp, Atrium & Skywalk updates (3-0)
• Approved $109,449.99 for Bobcat E60 compact excavator (3-0)
• Approved $36,349.56 for INRCOG FY25 membership dues (3-0)
• Approved $36,515.00 for 670 garbage carts (3-0)
• Approved $62,110.00 for pump replacement at Midway Lift Station (3-0)
• Approved $18,995.00 for nicotine smoke detection at Ridgeway Towers (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $4,734,119.76 (3-0)

General

The City Council is reviewing requests to vacate Elm Street and rezone land adjacent to 1515 Sycamore Street. These actions support a site plan amendment to convert the Rath Administration Building into housing. The council will also consider a funding agreement for property demolitions.

• Site plan amendment for 87 residential units at 1515 Sycamore Street
• Rezoning of 0.21 acres from Heavy Industrial (M-2) to Planned Commercial (C-P) at 1515 Sycamore Street
• Vacation of Elm Street from Sycamore Street to Lafayette Street
• Project Funding Agreement with Waterloo Development Corporation for demolition of 100 Commercial Street, 118 Sycamore Street, and 128 Sycamore Street
• Renewal and new liquor licenses for 13 establishments, including Dub's Pub and Dallas Fresh Waterloo

General

The Waterloo City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes routine items and a motion to approve a fireworks display on Main Street and the 4th Street bridge on September 28, 2024, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The meeting also includes roll call, agenda approval, and adjournment.

• Consent agenda for routine resolutions
• Motion approving Application for Fireworks Display: Main Street Waterloo, September 28, 2024, 4th Street bridge, 7:00‑10:00 p.m.

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee will review and vote on 26 new equipment purchases totaling over $1.7 million, 3 travel requests totaling $4,855.74, and 2 budget amendments including a $642,400 federal grant for building cleanup and a $407,000 increase for street project equipment. The meeting will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and bills for payment.

• $35,337 for airport forklift
• $66,358.53 for 21 sets of firefighter turnout gear
• $614,865.83 for new sewer combo truck
• $366,000 for chip sealing projects
• $309,000 for asphalt distributor

The Finance Committee approved the agenda, minutes, and three travel requests. It also approved 24 pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, including a $614,865.83 sewer combo truck, $66,358.53 for fire turnout gear, and $35,337 for an airport forklift. Two budget line item amendments were approved, including a $642,400 grant for Rath Buildings cleanup and a $407,000 increase for street equipment. Bills payments totaling $10,366,699.95 were approved.

• Approved travel requests for three staff conferences (3-0)
• Approved 24 pre-authorizations to expend over $2,500, including $614,865.83 for sewer combo truck (3-0)
• Approved $642,400 budget for Rath Buildings cleanup grant (3-0)
• Approved $407,000 budget amendment for street equipment (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $4,483,150.90 for Sept 9 (3-0)
• Approved bills payment of $5,883,549.05 for Sept 16 (3-0)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will discuss several residential tax exemptions and infrastructure projects. The body is setting public hearing dates for the redevelopment of the Rath Administration Building into 87 residential units and the vacation of Elm Street. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding the reallocation of up to $142,000 in bond proceeds.

• Proposed redevelopment of Rath Administration Building into 87 residential units at 1515 Sycamore Street
• ICAAP grant application for $700,000.00 for a roundabout at Hammond Avenue and Ridgeway Avenue
• Tax exemptions for new home construction at 125 Goldcrest Court ($552,000), 1440 Partridge Lane ($516,000), and 1427 Partridge Lane ($384,500)
• Purchase of a 2024 Ford F350 for the Fire Department for $47,659.25
• Public hearing for reallocation of General Obligation Bond Series 2022B proceeds up to $142,000.00

The Waterloo City Council approved the sale of city-owned property near 919 and 918 Newell Street to Dellatan Asset Acquisition, LLC for $5,000 per property, along with a development agreement for up to 12 new residential units. The council also approved several other resolutions, including tax exemptions for new home construction, a $700,000 grant application for a roundabout, and contracts for fiber optic and sidewalk projects. All votes were unanimous except for two fiber optic contracts that passed 6-1.

• Approved sale of two city properties near 919/918 Newell St to Dellatan Asset Acquisition for $5,000 each (7-0)
• Approved development agreement with Dellatan for up to 12 new residential units (7-0)
• Approved $700,000 ICAAP grant application for Hammond/Ridgeway roundabout (7-0)
• Approved $208,547.56 bid to Brock Even Construction for FY2025 Sidewalk Repair Zone 4 (7-0)
• Approved $479,274.20 as-built contract with Entrust Solutions for Fiber Optic Network (6-1)
• Approved $48,300 design agreement with Entrust Solutions for Fiber Optic Network (6-1)
• Approved $294,500 sales agreement with Daktronics for Convention Center signage (7-0)
• Approved tax exemptions for new homes at 125 Goldcrest Ct, 1440/1427 Partridge Ln, 4139 Omaha Ave, 1235 W 7th St (7-0)

City Council Planning Session

The City Council is holding a special session to discuss the Community Vision Plan and routine business. The body will consider a new liquor license application for a local business.

• New Class C Alcohol license with Sunday Sales for Dub's Pub at 1106 La Porte Rd.

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council work session will adopt the agenda, approve the minutes from the August 19, 2024 work session, and discuss the as‑built documentation for Waterloo Fiber and the City of Waterloo. No public comment will be taken during this work session. The meeting is scheduled for 4:10 PM on September 3, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from the August 19, 2024 Council Work Session
• Discussion of as‑built documentation for Waterloo Fiber and the City of Waterloo
• Roll call and adoption of agenda (procedural items)

The City Council held a work session to discuss as-built documentation for the Waterloo Fiber network, with estimated costs of $80,284 for the city and $398,989 for the utility. No formal action was taken; the discussion was informational, and the project is under budget. The council approved the agenda and the minutes of the previous work session.

• Approved agenda as proposed (voice vote, 3 ayes)
• Approved minutes of August 19, 2024 work session (voice vote, 3 ayes)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing several travel requests and expenditures exceeding $2,500. The body is also considering a budget amendment to fund a Fire Department paging system.

• New Sewer Flusher Truck for delivery after 07/01/2025: $418,570.88
• Budget amendment of $297,135.00 for a Fire Department station-specific paging system
• Uni-Cue campus railing demolition and replacement: $20,240.00
• Leisure Services Clark S25 Forklift: $27,000.00
• Hazardous tree removal at 407 Cutler: $4,595.00

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will decide on tax exemptions for new housing and commercial projects, approve property sales for redevelopment, and set dates for public hearings on sidewalk repairs and wetland restoration. The meeting also includes routine approvals, appointments, and liquor license renewals.

• Tax exemptions for new 4-plex ($550,000) at 3665-3671 Ravenwood Circle
• Tax exemptions for new building ($1,143,936) at 1029 Thorndale Avenue
• Tax exemptions for new 8-bay storage unit ($450,000) at 175 W. 16th Street
• Sale of city property near 919/918 Newell Street for $5,000 each with infill housing grants up to $60,000
• Approval of tax exemptions for SEMS Storage LLC ($450,000) at 175 W. 16th Street

The Waterloo City Council approved a development agreement with Ryan Companies for a 225,113-square-foot warehouse at 3280 Newell Street, including a 50% tax rebate for 10 years, a $1.515M land development grant, and a $3.255M land purchase grant. The council also awarded a $424,835.90 sewer contract to Baker Enterprises and approved several tax exemptions and property sales. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved Ryan Companies warehouse development agreement with $4.77M in incentives (6-0)
• Awarded $424,835.90 sewer contract to Baker Enterprises for State Street project (6-0)
• Approved tax exemption for Babic Properties 4-plex at 3665-3671 Ravenwood Circle (6-0)
• Approved tax exemption for Nagle Sign Company building at 1029 Thorndale Avenue (6-0)
• Approved tax exemption for SEMS Storage 8-bay unit at 175 W. 16th Street (6-0)
• Approved sale of city property near 919 Newell Street to Dellatan Asset Acquisition for $5,000 each (6-0)
• Approved $36,000 hotel/motel tax funds for police presence at community events (6-0)
• Approved purchase of two Chevy Malibus for police for $49,360 (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss station-specific paging. This item was submitted by Fire Chief Bill Beck.

• Discussion of station-specific paging

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee will consider travel requests for city staff and pre‑authorization to spend over $2,500 on various equipment and services. Items include Chromebook purchases for Central Garage, a new Daktronics display for Culture & Arts, and a multi‑space pay station system for downtown parking. The committee will also approve bill payments for August 12 and August 19 before adjourning.

• Travel request: Lt. Girsch and Sgt. J. Ehlers to Des Moines, IA, $1,728.00
• Central Garage exhaust filter replacement, $3,823.11 plus $500 shipping
• Culture & Arts Daktronics display signage, $38,137.00
• Finance MS3 Multi‑Space Pay Stations, $153,910.00 plus $8,049.75 shipping/handling
• Police Lexipol software renewal, $27,296.80

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts, property sales, and liquor license renewals. Key items include drainage improvements and residential development agreements.

• Professional Services Agreement with AECOM Technical Services for $1,732,900.00 for La Porte Road Improvements inspections
• Purchase of three Ford F450 trucks from Stivers Ford for $168,516.75
• Sale of city-owned property at 1003 Vine Street to JLS Partners Properties, LLC for $5,500.00
• Development Agreement with Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for residential units at 512 Almond Street
• Proposed sale of city-owned property east of 415 Newell Street and southeast of 1907 Black Hawk Street for $1.00 each

General

The Waterloo City Council holds a special session to review and discuss the Community Vision Plan, which outlines eight strategic goals including housing redevelopment, downtown revitalization, and workforce growth. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda; the meeting focuses on public discussion of these priorities.

• Five-day Class C liquor license approval for Riverloop Expo Plaza at 327 W. 3rd Street, expiring August 13, 2024

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss downtown parking policies. Public comment is not permitted during work sessions per Iowa Code Chapter 21. The meeting is scheduled for August 5, 2024, at 4:15 PM in the Harold E. Getty Council Chambers.

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee reviews and approves travel requests, pre-authorizations over $2,500, budget amendments, and bills payment. This meeting covers training costs for officers and fire services, infrastructure upgrades at the airport and city facilities, equipment purchases for maintenance and leisure services, and a $1.1M grant budget for airport rescue operations.

• $8,350 travel request for Officer G. Camarata to attend ILEA Basic Certification Course
• $7,812 for tar to seal airfield cracks at Waterloo Airport
• $12,125 for data cabling in new TSA office space at Waterloo Airport
• $70,000 FY25 funding for operations at Fairview Cemetery
• $1,115,838 approved Project Budget for Airport Rescue Grant (ARPA)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review a consent agenda featuring multiple tax exemption requests for new residential and commercial construction. The body is also considering several Iowa DOT grant applications for traffic safety and infrastructure improvements.

• Tax exemptions for new homes at 4136 Omaha Avenue ($270,000), 121 Goldcrest Court ($604,612), 107 Coral Drive ($300,000), 115 Axlewood Drive ($310,000), and 109 Coral Drive ($285,000)
• Tax exemption for a new shop building at 1714 River Street valued at $400,000
• Iowa DOT grant applications including $500,000 for a roundabout at Hammond Avenue and Ridgeway Avenue
• Proposed sale of city-owned property at 1003 Vine Street to JLS Partners Properties, LLC for $5,500
• Purchase of a 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 for $44,000 for the Leisure Services Department

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is meeting to approve staff travel requests and pre-authorize several city expenditures. The body will also consider budget amendments for police grants and school resource officers.

• Expenditure of $28,659.00 plus $400.00 S/H for airport gate operators
• Expenditure of $60,000.00 for golf course turf chemicals and fertilizers
• Expenditure of $33,105.00 for Police Graykey software license renewal
• Budget approval for School Resource Officers in the amount of $441,195.00
• Expenditure of $13,490.00 for asbestos testing and removal at the Waterloo Public Library

General

The City Council is meeting for a special session to approve several resolutions. The primary focus is on the La Porte Road Improvements Project and funding for local educational and community services.

• Contract with Peterson Contractors, Inc. for $10,377,066.19 for FY 2024 La Porte Road Improvements Project
• Professional Services Agreement with AECOM Technical Services for $1,973,300.00 for La Porte Road Improvements Project Phases 2 and 3 design
• Contract with Grout Museum, Inc. for $625,000.00 for educational services
• Professional Services Agreement with Main Street Waterloo for $66,000.00 for Fiscal Year 2025

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council is holding a work session to receive an update from Main Street Waterloo and discuss Waterloo Fire Rescue fees. No public comment will be taken during the session. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, and adjournment.

• Update from Main Street Waterloo
• Discussion of Waterloo Fire Rescue Fees

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee is meeting to approve travel requests, pre-authorize expenditures over $2,500, amend a budget line item, and pay bills. Key items include funding for a possible repair/replacement of a make-up air unit, a new backflow preventer, and software fees.

• Travel: Waterloo Housing Authority Resident Advisory Board Meetings ($500), 4 States Airport Conference ($1,425), Volunteer and Top Teen Awards Luncheon ($920)
• Leisure Services registration software annual fee: $5,349.55
• Young Arena ice system RO water improvements: $7,604.65
• Public Works make-up air unit repair/replacement: up to $40,000
• Sewer backflow preventer: $20,580

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a regular session with a consent agenda, public hearings, and resolutions. Key items include a $1.98 million SMART grant application for transportation safety, several tax exemptions for new homes, and public hearings on property sales and the HOME Consortium plan. The meeting also includes routine approvals of contracts, personnel changes, and liquor licenses.

• Resolution to apply for $1,975,500 SMART grant for downtown transportation safety
• Tax exemptions for new homes at 4856 Shelley Court ($799,600) and 125 Coral Drive ($290,000)
• Public hearing to sell city-owned right-of-way east of 522 Albany Street for $600
• Public hearing to sell city-owned property east of 427 Rath Street for $10 with $5,000 infill housing grant
• Approval of $976,021.50 bid for Hammond Avenue Bridge replacement

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests for city staff and several pre-authorization expenditures. The committee will also consider budget amendments for road, sidewalk, and bridge projects.

• Travel requests for police, housing, and city clerk staff
• $151,821.44 for Tyler Technologies annual software maintenance
• $47,230.00 plus $750.00 shipping for a Street Department paver trailer
• $16,133,000.00 budget amendment for La Porte Road Improvements, Phase I
• $2,700,000.00 budget amendment for Hammond Avenue Bridge Replacement

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider a resolution to appoint Robert Duncan as Police Chief. The meeting also includes multiple public hearings regarding rezoning and site plan amendments for residential, religious, and industrial projects.

• Appointment of Robert Duncan as Police Chief
• Tax exemption for new home construction at 117 Coral Drive ($296,354.00)
• Tax exemption for twin home construction at 3752-3754 Ravenwood Circle ($330,000.00)
• Purchase of two New Way Sidewinder Automated Side Loaders ($758,000.00)
• Rezoning request for 1721–1729 Mulberry Street to allow residential and community space

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss a proposed ordinance to amend sewer fees. The session also includes an update regarding Waterloo Fiber.

• Discussion of an ordinance amending sewer fees
• Update from Waterloo Fiber

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee will meet to review several pre-authorization requests for expenditures exceeding $2,500.00. Items include equipment for the fire department, maintenance for leisure services, and software licensing for MIS.

• $4,155.00 for fire mounting brackets for cardiac monitors and ventilators
• $13,568.58 for replacement brick pavers for Washington and West 4th Street corridors
• $6,958.45 for emergency transmission repairs to a John Deere 5093E Tractor
• $13,803.75 for rental of maintenance building space at 304 W. 5th Street
• $41,200.00 for Elements XS annual subscription, maintenance, and support

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider several resolutions including tax exemptions for new homes and various zoning requests. The agenda also includes approving change orders for wastewater, road, and park projects, as well as conducting public hearings for city-owned property services.

• Tax exemption request: $290,000.00 home at 130 Axlewood Drive
• Tax exemption request: $254,000.00 home at 119 Coral Drive
• Rezoning request: Fall Auto, LLC at 2424 Falls Avenue
• Site Plan Amendment: Walnut Baptist Church at 827 Fisher Drive
• Rezoning/Remodel request: J&R Real Estate Holdings, LLC at 1721–1729 Mulberry Street

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss an ordinance to amend Section 5-2-6 regarding discharging weapons. The session also includes updates from the Historic Preservation Commission and Grow Cedar Valley.

• Discussion of ordinance amending Section 5-2-6: Discharging Weapons
• Historic Preservation Commission update
• Grow Cedar Valley update

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various staff travel requests and seeking pre-authorization for several high-cost expenditures. These items include infrastructure improvements, vehicle repairs, and equipment purchases across multiple city departments.

• Crossroads Blvd. median improvement contract: $46,914.00
• Street Department mobile lift purchase: $58,786.58 plus $1,200.00 shipping
• Police patrol unit body shop repairs: $24,403.63
• Traffic camera replacement following Broadway Street reconstruction: $23,244.00
• Fire Engine #121302 automatic transmission assembly: $10,498.64 plus $150.00 shipping

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including residential tax exemptions, event grants, and construction change orders. Public hearings are scheduled regarding the sale of city-owned properties for residential development.

• Tax exemption request for twin home at 4149 Omaha Avenue ($269,900.00)
• Tax exemption request for single-family home at 4503 Charm Drive ($278,400.00)
• Housing project at 1729 Mulberry Street involving potential tax abatement and $95,000.00 in infill housing funds
• Event and Partner Hotel/Motel Tax Grants totaling $74,000.00
• Sale of property at 1738 Flower Street to Babic Properties, LLC for $10,000.00 plus a $40,000.00 infill housing grant

General

The City Council is holding a special session focused on the Community Vision Plan. The consent agenda includes a motion to approve a Class C Liquor License with Outdoor Service for Cedar Skyline Corporation, DBA Main Street Waterloo, for Lincoln Park.

• Class C Liquor License with Outdoor Service for Cedar Skyline Corporation, DBA Main Street Waterloo (Lincoln Park)

City Council Regular Session

The committee is reviewing travel requests for various city officials and authorizing several expenditures over $2,500. The agenda also includes special assessment refunds and bill payments.

• $39,909.30 for a 2022 Ford F150 for the Fire Marshal
• $38,550.00 plus $500.00 shipping for Broadway Street Reconstruction loop detectors
• $46,999.87 plus $500.00 shipping for a La Porte Rd/South View Lift Station pump
• $12,480.00 plus $700.00 shipping for airport passenger seat cushions
• Special assessment refunds to James Kugel and Caliber Group Property Management

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider several consent agenda items including driveway waivers, infrastructure project bids, and housing tax credit applications. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the sale of city-owned property at 708 W. 3rd Street.

• Sale of 1738 Flower Street to Babic Properties, LLC for $10,000.00 including a $40,000.00 housing grant
• Bid award to Boulder Contracting, LLC for $238,017.43 for the FY 2025 Sidewalk Ramp and Trail Repair Program
• Bid award to Boulder Contracting, LLC for $94,060.66 for the FY 2024 11th Street Railroad Crossing Repair Project
• Bid award to Boulder Contracting, LLC for $53,939.44 for the FY 2024 Rainbow Drive Railroad Crossing Repair Project
• Public hearing for the sale of 708 W. 3rd Street for $2,000.00 to Tramaun Allen

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss moving Animal Control to the Police Department. The session also includes a discussion regarding Habitat for Humanity activities in the Walnut and Church Row neighborhoods.

• Discussion of moving Animal Control to the Police Department
• Discussion of Habitat for Humanity activities in Walnut and Church Row neighborhoods

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee is reviewing travel requests and expenditures exceeding $2,500. Proposed items include construction at Sulentic Park and utility pole upgrades throughout the city. The committee will also process bill payments.

• $97,169.60 for a new shelter and sidewalk at Sulentic Park
• Up to $101,000.00 for replacing and upgrading utility poles within the city
• $30,600.00 for emergency tuckpointing repairs at the Waterloo Convention Center
• $25,866.00 for 50 new Glock model 45 duty pistols
• $19,060.00 for replacing 20 expired police body armor vests

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including housing tax credits, property sales, and various city vehicle purchases. The meeting also includes discussions on construction change orders for road and sewer projects.

• Tax exemption request for 306 Cottage Street ($80,000.00)
• Waterloo Housing Trust Fund Grant Agreement ($42,175.00)
• Iowa Workforce Housing Tax Credit applications for residential units at W. Ridgeway Avenue, Vermont Street, Mulberry Street, and University Avenue
• Police Department vehicle purchases totaling $334,355.98
• Street and Engineering Department Chevy Colorado Crew Cab purchases ($138,751.20 total)

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee will review various travel requests for city staff and several pre-authorizations to spend over $2,500. The meeting also includes proposed budget amendments for the Human Rights Commission, Police, Building Inspection, and Planning & Zoning departments.

• Purchase of 2023 Ford F-550 Life Line Ambulance for $275,829.00
• Replacement of 25 desktop computers with monitors for $28,248.00
• Purchase of 793 large refuse and yard waste carts for $37,948.00
• Stryker Power Load System for new ambulance for $57,221.00
• Replacement of road grader front blade for $4,566.10

City Council Regular Session

The Council will review an amendment to the city's zoning ordinance regarding floodplain regulations. The agenda also includes a shared mobility device license and a supplemental agreement for a fiber network project.

• Amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 5079 regarding floodplain regulations
• Shared Mobility Device License with Bird Rides, Inc.
• Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Entrust Solutions Group for the Fiber-to-the-Premise project
• Cancellation of property assessment at 716 Kingsley Avenue ($325.23)
• Rejection of bids and reset of bid opening for city lot mowing services

General

The council will consider resolutions to accept proposals for three series of capital loan notes. The meeting also includes a motion to reconsider a vote on a supplemental agreement for a fiber network project.

• Resolution for $5,280,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024B
• Resolution for $720,000 Taxable General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024C
• Resolution for $20,000,000 General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024D
• Reconsideration of a supplemental agreement with Entrust Solutions Group (Magellan)

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss a Public Purpose Policy for the Expenditure of Funds. This item was submitted by Finance Director Bridgett Wood.

• Approval of April 1, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of Public Purpose Policy for the Expenditure of Funds

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests for city staff and several pre-authorization expenditures. The committee will also consider numerous budget amendments across multiple city departments.

• Travel requests including $3,249.00 for Officer Watson and $2,660.00 for Community Development training
• Sewer department expenditures including $128,900.00 for a water truck and $167,570.74 for Ford F450 trucks
• Leisure Services requests for Byrnes Pool equipment and golf course maintenance
• Budget amendment of $8,348,041.00 for the Capital Projects fund
• Budget amendment of $2,000,000.00 for Health insurance activity

City Council Regular Session

The Council is reviewing several items in the consent agenda, including budget amendments and property sales. Key discussions include a proposed rezoning for affordable senior housing and various infrastructure repair projects. Public hearings are scheduled for late April and early May.

• Rezoning 1515 Sycamore Street for eighty-seven affordable senior housing units
• Awarding $23,000 in hotel/motel tax funds to the Waterloo Municipal Band
• Sale of city property at 708 W. 3rd Street to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for $1.00
• $53,650 contract for Waterloo Convention Center Parking Ramp Repairs
• Public hearing for an amendment to the FYE 2024 Budget

General

The Waterloo City Council is holding a special session to conduct a public hearing regarding proposed property taxation for fiscal year 2025. The meeting also includes the community vision plan and standard procedural items.

• Public hearing on proposed property taxation for FY2025

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY2025 budget. The council will also consider approving minutes from the March 18, 2024, work session.

• Discussion of the FY2025 Budget
• Approval of March 18, 2024, work session minutes

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing several pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500. The meeting includes discussions on street department equipment, sanitation tools, and police insurance premiums.

• Street Dept: ReClaimer for street resurfacing ($788,914.00 total)
• Street Dept: Compact Track Loader ($101,701.77 total)
• Street Dept: Mini-Paver with Emulsions System ($90,832.00 total)
• Leisure Services: 18 aluminum picnic tables for Gates Park and Greenbelt Lake ($12,695.50)
• Budget amendment to increase street resurfacing and repair equipment funds by $1,052,461.20

City Council Regular Session

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions including a request for tax exemptions on a new twin home and setting public hearing dates for the FY 2025 budget. The agenda includes various land sale proposals, infrastructure project bids, and grant applications.

• Tax exemption request for a $269,900.00 twin home at 4148 Omaha Avenue
• Public hearing set for April 15, 2024, regarding the FY 2025 budget
• Sale of city property to Gearheart Moore Holdings, LLC for $1.00 for Rath Administration Building renovation
• Sale of 93.7 acres to PWM Companies, LLC for $1.00 near Highway 20 Interchange
• Bid award to Aspro, Inc. for $3,819,933.40 for the FY 2024 Asphalt Overlay Program

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several city operations. Topics include street traffic near Irving School, updates on sanitation department technology, and an ordinance regarding rental application fees.

• Discussion of a one-way street in front of Irving School
• Sanitation Department update on technology and operations
• Discussion of an ordinance regarding rental application fees

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo Finance Committee will review several travel requests for city employees and pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500. Items include airport maintenance, vehicle repairs, and leisure services projects. The committee will also consider a sewer fee refund and the sale of used pitching mounds.

• $36,947.00 for brick paver repair at Riverloop Expo Plaza
• $19,870.00 to repaint the Cedar Valley SportsPlex awning
• $16,750.00 for airport terminal duct work cleaning
• $12,285.00 for police fiber replacement in City Hall
• $672.12 sewer fee refund for Exceptional Persons Inc.

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including service contracts and bid awards. Public hearings are scheduled regarding property conveyances for housing development and the Broadway Street Reconstruction Project.

• Broadway Street Reconstruction Project contract award to Cedar Valley Corporation for $4,576,538.79
• Sale of city property north of 216 Sunnyside Avenue to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for $1.00 and a $5,000 grant
• Sale of 215 Locust Street to Marcelino Balion Perez for $5,000 with a matching $5,000 infill housing grant
• Award of bid to Restoration Services of Waterloo for $31,970.00 for Hangar No. 4 tuckpointing and painting
• Award of bid to Mike Fereday Heating & Air Conditioning for $26,753.00 for Hangar No. 4 HVAC replacement

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the fiscal year 2025 budget. The council will also discuss replacing vehicles within the Street Department.

• Discussion of the FY2025 budget
• Discussion of Street Department vehicle replacement

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests for city staff and several pre-authorizations for expenditures. The committee will also consider budget amendments related to grants, leased equipment, and police forfeitures.

• Airport: $29,263.71 for a new bumper turret for ARFF Truck #356
• Police: $28,169.25 for training and duty ammunition
• Police: $28,775.30 for replacement Panasonic patrol tough book computers
• Police: $20,874.90 for SRO/Patrol rifle purchase with sight system
• Street Department: Up to $22,400.00 for roadway crack sealant

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding bond issuances for corporate purposes and a pipelining project. The agenda also includes various consent items such as property sales, tobacco violation settlements, and personnel appointments.

• Public hearing for $4,200,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds (ECP-1)
• Public hearing for $700,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds (GCP-2, GCP-3, and GCP-4)
• Bid award to Municipal Pipe Tool Co., LLC for $416,121.20 for CIP Pipelining Phase IVB1
• Sale of city property north of 216 Sunnyside Avenue to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity for $1.00
• Sale of city property at 215 Locust Street to Marcelino Balion Perez for $5,000.00

General

The Waterloo City Council will hold a special session to review the Community Vision Plan and address other business. The council will consider a motion to appoint Angie Hickok as the Youth Pavilion Manager in the Culture & Arts Department.

• Appointment of Angie Hickok as Youth Pavilion Manager, effective February 21, 2024

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several administrative topics. Discussion items include a wage and compensation survey, the downtown parking study, and the FY2023 financial audit.

• Wage and Compensation Survey discussion
• Downtown Parking Study discussion
• FY2023 Financial Audit discussion
• Resolution regarding Palestine and Israel ceasefire and humanitarian aid

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests for city personnel and several pre-authorizations to spend over $2,500.00. The committee will also consider budget amendments related to tree planting, police forfeiture revenue, and drug task force grants.

• Tuckpointing of Fire Station #5 ($17,450.00) and the Art Center ($45,100.00)
• Purchase of two K9 dual-purpose dogs and training ($27,000.00)
• Plant Waterloo! Residential Tree Planting program tree purchase ($26,999.40)
• New motor for airport passenger boarding bridge ($5,201.00)
• Hazardous tree removal at 924 and 928 Dawson ($4,000.00)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including property tax exemptions for residential and office improvements. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding $8,500,000.00 in Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes.

• Tax exemption request: $300,000.00 for 111 Coral Drive
• Tax exemption request: $401,091.00 for 216 E. 4th Street
• Tax exemption request: $269,900.00 for 4342 Mourning Dove Drive
• Community Attraction and Tourism Grant Agreement: $1,000,000.00 for Transforming Gates and Byrnes Parks Project
• Public hearing for up to $8,500,000.00 in Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes, Series 2024A

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss an amendment to the city's travel policy. The council will also discuss a resolution regarding a ceasefire in Palestine and Israel, the return of hostages, and humanitarian aid. Public comment is not permitted during this work session.

• Amendment to the City of Waterloo Travel Policy
• Resolution regarding ceasefire in Palestine and Israel, hostages, and humanitarian aid
• Approval of January 16, 2024 minutes

General

The Finance Committee is reviewing various travel requests for city employees and several high-cost expenditure pre-authorizations. The meeting also includes budget amendments for airport grants and police department funding.

• Airport marketing plan: $60,000.00
• Community Development purchase of 233 Gable Street: $19,500.00
• Fire Rescue decontamination system: $15,835.10
• Sewer Jib Crane and installation: $46,093.00
• FY 2024 IDOT Commercial Service Vertical Infrastructure Grant: $125,262.00

City Council Regular Session

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding residential tax exemptions and property sales. The agenda includes proposals for an $8.5 million sewer revenue capital loan and the sale of city land for industrial development.

• Proposed $8.5 million Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes
• Sale of city property to NADROJ Realty, LLC for an industrial building south of 115 Warp Drive
• $2,095,065.57 contract award to Price Industrial Electric for fiber-optic work
• $1.2 million AFG grant application for Waterloo Fire Department cancer prevention
• Rezoning request at 845 West 4th Street for a commercial office addition

General

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items. The council will review the January 2, 2024, meeting minutes and discuss an amendment to the Plumbing Code. The FY2025 budget will also be discussed.

• Discussion of an amendment to the Plumbing Code
• Discussion of the FY2025 budget
• Approval of January 2, 2024 minutes

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee will review several expenditure requests and proposed budget adjustments. These items include software renewals, facility improvements, and the allocation of specific donation funds.

• $1,460.00 travel request for GIS Coordinator Ben Wagner to Omaha, NE
• $3,600.00 for Fire Department digital fire investigation software renewal
• $4,200.00 for Police website upgrades
• $7,000.00 for a Sunlighten Infrared Sauna at Cedar Valley SportsPlex
• $3,965.00 for airport drywall installation in the new FAA West End office area

General

The Waterloo City Council is reviewing several infrastructure and land use items. This includes a large supplemental agreement for bridge replacements and rezoning requests for a storage warehouse. The council will also consider various contract change orders and city vehicle purchases.

• $903,000 supplemental agreement for 11th Street and Park Avenue Bridge Replacements
• Rezoning request for a storage warehouse at 4020 University Avenue
• $147,300 supplemental agreement for LaPorte Road Improvements
• Approval of $160,429.30 for Hangar No. 4 Improvements completion
• Purchase of a 2022 Nissan Altima for the Police Department for $25,130.00

City Council Work Session

The Waterloo City Council will hold a work session to discuss an ordinance regarding sidewalk cafes and parklets. The council will also review proposed changes to dog attack regulations and meeting minute procedures.

• Discussion of a sidewalk cafe and parklet ordinance
• Ordinance removing 'At Large' from Chapter 5-1B-9 Dog Attacks
• Amendment to Section 1-4-11, Method of Keeping Minutes
• Approval of December 18, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council Regular Session

The Finance Committee is reviewing several travel requests for city staff and pre-authorizations for expenditures exceeding $2,500. The committee will also consider budget amendments and property tax refund requests.

• Travel requests including $3,525.00 for GFOA Conference and $2,200.00 for US Conference of Mayors
• Airport liability insurance expenditure of $13,434.00
• Fire department cardiac monitor/defibrillator purchase of $46,849.06
• Leisure Services subsidy of $70,000.00 for Fairview Cemetery operations
• Four property tax refund requests for EPM Iowa Investments Fund 2 LLC totaling $3,058.93

City Council Regular Session

The Waterloo City Council will review several infrastructure contracts and zoning requests. This includes a large-scale utility project and a public hearing regarding an auto sales facility expansion on South Street.

• $6,184,087.00 contract award to WRH of Amana for the Titus Lift Station and Force Main Project
• Rezoning request for C&S Car Company to expand an auto sales facility on South Street
• $585,804.03 decrease in a change order for the Gates Park Improvements Project
• $124,600.00 supplemental agreement with Stanley Consultants for bridge replacements
• Rezoning of 1.22 acres at 4020 University Avenue for a storage warehouse