Winterset public meetings in 2025

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the general manager and superintendents. The board will discuss watershed issues and a pay request from Vanderpool.

• Watershed discussion
• Approval of Vanderpool pay request
• Report from Ryan Marquardt, MCDG

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board approved its agenda and the November 17th minutes by voice vote. Trustees voted to approve Vanderpool's pay request of $213,993.74 for a water main replacement. The board also approved a detailed list of utility claims with all three trustees voting yes.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved November 17th minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Vanderpool pay request $213,993.74 (voice vote)
• Approved utility claims list (AYES: Frost, Montross, Emmert; NAYS: none)

City Council

The Winterset City Council will consider several actions, including ratifying a note purchase agreement that would issue $33,615,000 in sewer revenue loan notes. The council will also approve a professional engineering contract with Veenstra & Kimm, Inc. for the 2026 street improvement project and take up Ordinance #673, with options to waive additional readings. Additional items include payment applications for the wastewater treatment facility and the 2025 street project, as well as reappointments to local boards.

• Ratify Note Purchase Agreement and issue $33,615,000 sewer revenue loan notes (Res No. 2025-74)
• Approve professional engineering agreement with Veenstra & Kimm, Inc. for 2026 street improvement project (Res No. 2025-72)
• Consider Ordinance #673 (first reading, possible waiver of 2nd and 3rd readings)
• Approve Pay Application #5 for Winterset Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Approve Pay Application #2 for 2025 Street Project

Board of Adjustment

The Winterset Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for December 4, 2025, was not held. The only agenda item, a special exception use permit for an arcade/tavern at 70 E Court Ave, was withdrawn by the applicant. No decisions were made.

• Meeting not held; application for arcade/tavern at 70 E Court Ave withdrawn by applicant

City Council

The Winterset City Council will consider three resolutions: one providing for the sale of bonds, setting parameters for the sale, and approving a Note Purchase Agreement and official statement; one approving the purchase of a street sweeper; and one setting a public hearing date for rezoning a parcel. The council will also receive reports from the street superintendent, library director, park & recreation director, fire chief, police chief, code enforcement officer, and the city administrator. Additionally, the council will address claims in the amount of $226,960.91.

• Res No. 2025-69: sale of bonds, parameters, Note Purchase Agreement, official statement
• Res No. 2025-70: approval to purchase a street sweeper
• Res No. 2025-71: set date for public hearing on rezoning a parcel
• Claims totaling $226,960.91 to be reviewed
• Consent agenda items: City Council minutes (Nov 17, 2025) and Library Board minutes (Nov 19, 2025)

The council adopted the meeting agenda and approved the consent agenda, including the November 17 City Council minutes and the November 19 Library Board minutes. It approved $226,960.91 in claims. It unanimously approved Resolution No. 2025‑69, authorizing the sale of bonds, setting parameters for the sale, and approving a Note Purchase Agreement for up to $33,615,000. Motions to receive and file public‑comment statements were also approved.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda minutes (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $226,960.91 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑69 authorizing bond sale and Note Purchase Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved motion to receive and file citizen comment from 905 S 9th Ave (unanimous)
• Approved motion to receive and file citizen comment from 1880 Nature Court (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will first approve the minutes from its October 28, 2025 meeting. It will then review and make a recommendation on a rezoning request for the Winterset Fieldhouse/Police Department project located just east of the intersection of E Court Avenue and N 10th Street.

• Approve the minutes of the October 28, 2025 meeting
• Review and recommendation on a rezoning request for the Winterset Fieldhouse/Police Department project east of E Court Avenue and N 10th Street

Winterset Friendship Exchange Commission

The Winterset Friendship Exchange Commission will meet to review a previous informational meeting and discuss student match proposals from Minami Alp.

• Review of informational meeting held on 11/3/2025
• Discussion of Minami Alp proposals for student matches

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and vote on the approval of the Calendar Year 2026 budget. The meeting also includes a discussion on watersheds and a proposal for a water main replacement extension.

• Public hearing for CY 2026 budget
• Resolution #11172025 for CY 2026 budget approval
• Approval of water main replacement extension
• Watershed discussion

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board approved an agenda amendment, the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes, and a water main replacement extension. It also approved a Vanderpool pay request of $565,599.05 and unanimously adopted the calendar year 2026 utility budget via Resolution #11172025. The board opened and closed a public hearing on the budget and approved a list of utility claims.

• Approved agenda amendment to add Vanderpool pay request (voice vote)
• Approved October 20, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved water main replacement extension (voice vote)
• Approved Vanderpool pay request of $565,599.05 (voice vote)
• Opened public hearing for CY 2026 budget (AYES: Frost, Montross, Emmert)
• Closed public hearing for CY 2026 budget (AYES: Emmert, Montross, Frost)
• Adopted Resolution #11172025, approving CY 2026 utility budget (AYES: Montross, Frost, Emmert)
• Approved listed utility claims (AYES: Frost, Montross, Emmert)

City Council

The Winterset City Council will discuss several items, including the rezoning of 411 E Lane from C to R3 and the annexation of additional property into the city. The council will also consider the FY 2026 budget for Winterset Municipal Utilities, approve a $149,681.80 claim payment, and review license renewals for The SP Grill Inc. and R&R Group, Inc. Public comments and a public hearing on the rezoning are scheduled.

• Rezoning from C to R3 for 411 E Lane
• Annexation of property into the city (Resolution No 2025-66)
• Approval of WMU FY 2026 budget (Resolution No 2025-64)
• Class C Retail Alcohol License renewal for The SP Grill Inc
• Claims payment in the amount of $149,681.80

The council adopted the meeting agenda and approved the consent agenda without discussion. It approved $149,681.80 in claims and the Winterset Municipal Utilities FY 2026 budget. The council also approved a resolution supporting the Festival of Lights parade and annexed a parcel of land owned by Agriland FS, Inc. All votes were recorded as unanimous Ayes by the members present.

• Adopted agenda (all present Aye)
• Approved consent agenda (all present Aye)
• Approved $149,681.80 claims (all present Aye)
• Approved WMU FY 2026 budget (all present Aye)
• Approved Festival of Lights parade resolution (all present Aye)
• Approved annexation of Agriland FS, Inc. property (all present Aye)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider three requests for zoning exceptions in the R-2 district. These include two setback variances for home improvements and one special exception use permit for a business.

• Rear yard setback variance for garage addition at 427 S 7th Street
• Special Exception Use Permit for a daycare at 103 S 5th Ave
• Front yard setback variance for deck replacement at 113 S 3rd Street

The Board approved the minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting. It approved a rear‑yard setback variance for 427 S 7th St and a front‑yard setback variance for 113 S 3rd St. The special‑exception daycare permit for 103 S 5th Ave was placed on hold until the city defines residency for home occupations, to be completed by May 31, 2026. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 2, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote Aye)
• Approved rear‑yard setback variance for 427 S 7th St (voice vote Aye)
• Approved front‑yard setback variance for 113 S 3rd St (voice vote Aye)
• Deferred daycare special‑exception permit for 103 S 5th Ave until May 31, 2026 (voice vote Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote Aye)

City Council

The Winterset City Council meeting includes routine consent agenda items, department reports, and a street‑update presentation. Key actions are resolutions to schedule a public hearing for land‑use reclassification, approve survey plats near city limits, adopt a voluntary sump‑pump program, finalize a rental agreement for a street sweeper, and issue a change order for the 2025 Street Project. The council will also consider claims totaling $321,394.71.

• Res 2025-59: set public hearing date to reclassify C‑Commercial to R‑3 Multi‑Family Residential
• Res 2025-60: approve plats of survey for parcels within 2 miles of city limits
• Res 2025-61: approve City Sump Pump Program for voluntary participation by property owners
• Res 2025-62: rental agreement for a street sweeper following an insurance claim
• Change Order #1 for 2025 Street Project

The Winterset City Council approved a resolution to hold a public hearing on November 17, 2025 to consider reclassifying a parcel from C‑Commercial to R‑3 Multi‑Family Residential. The council also approved plats of survey for parcels within two miles of the city limits, the City Sump Pump Program, a rental agreement for a street sweeper, and Change Order #1 for the 2025 Street Project. All items were adopted unanimously.

• Set public hearing for C‑Commercial to R‑3 rezoning (Nov 17, 2025) – Approved (unanimous)
• Approve plats of survey for parcels within 2 mi of city limits – Approved (unanimous)
• Approve implementation of City Sump Pump Program – Approved (unanimous)
• Approve rental agreement for a street sweeper – Approved (unanimous)
• Approve Change Order #1 for 2025 Street Project – Approved (unanimous)
• Approve Consent Agenda (minutes, utility bill adjustment, Pay App #1) – Approved (unanimous)
• Approve claims totaling $321,394.71 – Approved (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will approve the minutes from its September 30, 2025 meeting. It will review and recommend plats of surveys located 1.5 miles outside Winterset city limits. The commission will review and recommend rezoning 411 E Lane Street from C-Commercial to R-3 Multi-Family Residential. It will also discuss possible changes to the municipal code on principal permitted uses in each zoning district.

• Approve minutes of the September 30, 2025 meeting
• Review plats of surveys located 1.5 miles outside city limits
• Review rezoning of 411 E Lane Street from C-Commercial to R-3 Multi-Family Residential
• Discuss potential changes to the municipal code regarding principal permitted uses in each zoning district

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the September 30, 2025 meeting minutes, approved plats of surveys located 1.5 miles outside city limits, and approved the rezoning of 411 E Lane Street from Commercial to R‑3 Multi‑Family Residential. A discussion was held on possible changes to the municipal code’s principal permitted uses, but no action was taken. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved September 30, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved plats of surveys outside city limits (voice vote)
• Approved rezoning of 411 E Lane Street to R‑3 Multi‑Family (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees will meet on October 21, 2025 at the Electric Generation Plant, 321 N. 1st St. The board will discuss the 2026 budget, a Vanderpool pay request, and a watershed issue, along with routine reports and approvals. They will also set a date for the CY 2026 budget hearing.

• 2026 budget discussion
• Vanderpool pay request
• Watershed discussion
• Set date for CY 2026 budget hearing
• General Manager Report

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board approved the agenda and the September 15 minutes by voice vote. It approved a Vanderpool pay request for $395,941.24. The board decided to keep the preliminary CY 2026 budget unchanged and set the budget hearing for November 17, 2025. Finally, the board approved a comprehensive list of utility claims by voice vote.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved September 15 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Vanderpool pay request $395,941.24 (voice vote)
• Decided to make no changes to preliminary CY 2026 budget
• Set CY 2026 budget hearing date for November 17, 2025 (voice vote)
• Approved listed utility claims (voice vote, all ayes)

City Council

The Winterset City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance #672, which would change the R‑2 single‑ and two‑family residential district to an R‑3 multi‑family residential district. The council will also consider a FY 2025‑2026 budget amendment and several resolutions authorizing internal advances for urban renewal projects. Additional agenda items include a claim filing of $1,196,899.59 and a special assessment grant reimbursement for 508 E North St.

• Ordinance #672: reclassify land use from R‑2 to R‑3 multi‑family residential zoning
• Public hearing on FY 2025‑2026 budget amendment
• Resolution No. 2025‑56: approve FY 2025‑2026 budget amendment
• Resolution No. 2025‑57: authorize internal advance for Urban Renewal Administration and Professional Support Program
• Claims filings totaling $1,196,899.59

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, the $1,196,899.59 claims, Pay App #3 for the wastewater treatment facility, the FY 2025-2026 budget amendment, and an $83,000 internal advance for the Urban Renewal Administration and Professional Support Program. All motions passed with all present members voting Aye.

• Approved consent agenda (all present voted Aye)
• Approved claims totaling $1,196,899.59 (all present voted Aye)
• Approved WWTF Pay App #3 (all present voted Aye)
• Approved FY 2025-2026 budget amendment (all present voted Aye)
• Authorized $83,000 internal advance for Urban Renewal Administration and Professional Support Program (all present voted Aye)

City Council

The Winterset City Council will adopt a consent agenda that includes several Class C retail alcohol licenses and a claim of $240,861.98. It will set dates for public hearings on a land‑use reclassification from R‑2 to R‑3 zoning and on an amendment to the FY 25‑26 budget. The council will also hold a public hearing on Ordinances #669, #670, and #671 covering parkland dedication, floodplain management, and planned unit development.

• Resolution 2025-55: set public hearing date to reclassify R‑2 residential district to R‑3 multi‑family zoning
• Resolution 2025-56: set public hearing date for amendment to FY 25‑26 budget
• Public hearing for Ordinances #669, #670, #671 (parkland dedication, floodplain management, planned unit development)
• Approval of Class C Retail Alcohol Licenses for The Drift LLC, Pheasant Run Pub & Grill, Inc., and others
• Claims in the amount of $240,861.98

The council adopted the agenda and approved the consent agenda items, including several alcohol licenses, with all members voting aye. They approved $240,861.98 in claims. A public hearing for Ordinances #669‑671 was entered and exited with unanimous votes. The council approved Resolution No. 2025‑55, scheduling a public hearing on October 20, 2025 to consider reclassifying land from R‑2 to R‑3 zoning.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items, including multiple alcohol licenses (unanimous)
• Approved $240,861.98 in claims (unanimous)
• Entered public hearing for Ordinances #669‑671 (unanimous)
• Exited public hearing for Ordinances #669‑671 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑55 setting Oct 20, 2025 rezoning hearing (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Winterset Board of Adjustment will meet to approve minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting and consider a variance request from the Quilts of Valor Foundation to use non-standard colors for a sign at 115 W Jefferson Street.

• Approve minutes of August 7, 2025 meeting
• Variance request for 115 W Jefferson Street sign colors
• Variance request for 120 S 5th Street fence height
• Variance request for 1003 N 4th Ave building separation
• Variance request for 415 W Madison St lean-to setback

The Board of Adjustment approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting by voice vote. It then approved a variance allowing the Quilts of Valor Foundation to use colors outside the Sherwin Williams Historic Exterior Collection for its sign at 115 W Jefferson St, with Member Duff abstaining due to a conflict of interest. The meeting was subsequently adjourned.

• Approved August 7, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, all aye)
• Approved variance for 115 W Jefferson St sign colors (Duff abstained, others aye)
• Adjourned the meeting (voice vote, all aye)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Winterset Planning and Zoning Commission will first approve the minutes of its August 26, 2025 meeting. It will then review and make a recommendation on a rezoning petition submitted by 1926, LLC for the property at 411 E Lane St, seeking to change the classification from R‑2 (single‑family) to R‑3 (multi‑family). No other agenda items are listed.

• Approve minutes of the August 26, 2025 meeting
• Review rezoning request by 1926, LLC for 411 E Lane St, changing zoning from R‑2 to R‑3

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes of the August 26, 2025 meeting. It approved 1926 LLC's rezoning request for 411 E Lane St, changing the designation from R-2 to R-3. The commission then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved August 26, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved rezoning of 411 E Lane St from R-2 to R-3 (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Winterset Friendship Exchange Commission

The Winterset Friendship Exchange Commission will review ongoing plans for an informational meeting scheduled for November. It will receive an update on the media campaign for a backpack and related social‑media efforts. The commission will also consider possible additions to its board membership.

• Continue plans for the informational meeting in November
• Update on media push for backpack and social media
• Discuss possible additions for board members

City Council

The Winterset City Council meeting will review several consent items, including three Class C retail alcohol licenses. A public hearing will be held on amending municipal code sections 1.204 and 1.505, and the council may give final reading and adopt Ordinance No. 668 for those amendments. Resolutions will be considered to establish an Urban Renewal Area and to set a public‑hearing date for the FY 25‑26 budget. The council will also address a claim totaling $267,170.91.

• Class C Retail Alcohol Licenses for Harvest Kitchen LLC and Findlay Farms, LLC (and a Class C Retail Native Wine License for Covered Bridges Winery)
• Claims filed in the amount of $267,170.91
• Public hearing on amending Municipal Code Sections 1.204 & 1.505
• Resolution to declare necessity and establish an Urban Renewal Area and approve its plan amendment
• Ordinance No. 668 amendment to Sec. 1.204 & 1.505, with possible final reading and adoption

The council voted to retract a previous right‑of‑way approval, approve a $267,170.91 claim package, and adopt several resolutions. It set October 6, 2025 as the date for a public hearing on municipal code amendments and declared the necessity of establishing a Winterset Urban Renewal Area, approving the associated plan amendment. All motions passed with unanimous Aye votes from the members present.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Class C retail licenses (all Aye)
• Approved claims totaling $267,170.91 (all Aye)
• Retracted prior ROW approval granted on November 4, 2025 (all Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-52 setting Oct 6, 2025 public hearing on code amendments (all Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-53 declaring necessity and establishing Urban Renewal Area, approving plan amendment (all Aye)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board will adopt policies for municipal securities disclosure and authorize a confidentiality agreement for electric transmission planning. The meeting also includes reports from the general manager and water and electric superintendents.

• Adoption of policies for municipal securities disclosure
• Authorization of confidentiality agreement for electric transmission planning
• General Manager Report
• Water Superintendent Report
• Electric Superintendent Report

The Trustees approved the meeting agenda and the August 18th minutes by voice vote. They adopted Resolution 9152025, adopting municipal securities disclosure policies, with a 3‑0 roll‑call vote. They also approved a confidentiality agreement for electric transmission planning with a 3‑0 vote. Afterward the board entered and later exited a closed session, and approved a list of utility claims with a unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved August 18th minutes (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 9152025 municipal securities disclosure policies (3-0)
• Approved Confidentiality Agreement for electric transmission planning (3-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss confidential records (3-0)
• Exited closed session (3-0)
• Approved utilities claims list (3-0)

City Council

The Winterset City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 2, 2025, at 7:00 PM in City Hall. The agenda includes routine approvals, alcohol license applications, claims totaling $765,337.53, and resolutions such as suspending street closures for the Covered Bridge Festival and approving the Seven Oaks Subdivision Plat. The meeting also features a work session on ordinances and policies, including a sump pump program and planned unit development.

• 7 alcohol license applications (including Gettin’ Slushed South of 35 LLC, Covered Bridges Winery, Casey’s General Store #1706, Hy-Vee, Inc., Oviatt Enterprises LLC, Urban Taproom & Grille LLC, Apres Bar Co LLC)
• Resolution 2025-49 suspending street closures for Covered Bridge Festival in October 2025
• Resolution 2025-50 approving Seven Oaks Subdivision Plat No. 2
• Claims totaling $765,337.53 for utility bill adjustments and other expenses
• Work session on sump pump program, planned unit development, flood plain, parkland dedication, and mayor/council compensation

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included several special class C retail alcohol license applications and a utility bill adjustment. They also approved claims totaling $765,337.53. Resolution 2025-49 was adopted, suspending the city’s alcohol consumption ordinance and authorizing downtown street closures for the Covered Bridge Festival on October 11‑12, 2025. Resolution 2025-50 was adopted, approving the plat for Seven Oaks Subdivision Plat No. 2.

• Approved Consent Agenda (including multiple alcohol license applications) – unanimous
• Approved claims totaling $765,337.53 – unanimous
• Suspended Title III health, safety, welfare ordinance and authorized street closures for Covered Bridge Festival Oct 11‑12, 2025 – unanimous
• Approved Seven Oaks Subdivision Plat No. 2 – unanimous

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a plat for Seven Oaks Subdivision Plat No. 2, located within 2 miles of city limits. The body will also discuss the Planned Unit Development ordinance and review policy.

• Review and recommendation for Seven Oaks Subdivision Plat No. 2
• Discussion on Planned Unit Development ordinance/review policy

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting. It approved the Seven Oaks Subdivision Plat No. 2 and the amendment to the Winterset Urban Renewal Area and Plan. The commission directed staff to move forward with the Planned Unit Development ordinance update and policy adoption. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved June 24, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Seven Oaks Subdivision Plat No. 2 (voice vote)
• Approved amendment to the Winterset Urban Renewal Area and Plan (voice vote)
• Directed staff to proceed with Planned Unit Development ordinance update and policy adoption
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Winterset Friendship Exchange Commission

The Winterset Friendship Exchange Commission will meet to review past activities and plan future exchanges. The group will hear reports on a recent trip to Minami Alps and discuss recruitment for the 2026/27 student exchange program.

• Report on gift purchased for Minami Alps on behalf of Mayor Leners
• Report on trip to Minami Alps from Matt Sheridan, Chairman of the Student group
• Discussion of upcoming recruitment plans for 2026/27 exchange group

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the General Manager and the Water and Electric Superintendents. The agenda includes a discussion on the watershed and a presentation by Ryan Marquardt of MCDG.

• Watershed discussion
• Presentation by Ryan Marquardt, MCDG
• Water Superintendent Report
• Electric Superintendent Report
• Review of claims

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board approved the meeting agenda by voice vote. The Board also approved the July 21, 2025 minutes by voice vote. Trustees Frost, Montross and Emmert unanimously approved the listed utility claims on a roll‑call vote. The next regular meeting was scheduled for September 15, 2025 at the Light Plant.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved July 21 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved utility claims list (unanimous roll‑call: Frost, Montross, Emmert)
• Scheduled next regular meeting for Sep 15, 2025 at Light Plant

City Council

The Winterset City Council will meet on August 18, 2025, to discuss routine minutes, utility adjustments, and a public hearing resolution for expanding the Winterset Urban Renewal Area. Reports from local boards and departments will also be presented, including updates from the Winterset Airport Board and Wastewater Treatment Facility.

• Class B Retail Alcohol License for Iowa Mobile Repair & Towing
• Class E Retail Alcohol License for Hy-Vee, Inc.
• Utility Bill Adjustment for 77 E Green & 1525 S 4th Ave
• Claims totaling $212,340.34
• Resolution No. 2025-48 setting public hearing on Urban Renewal Area expansion

The Winterset City Council approved the consent agenda, approved $212,340.34 in claims, and adopted Resolution No. 2025-48 to hold a public hearing on September 15, 2025 for the expanded Urban Renewal Area and its amendment. The council also approved Change Order #2 and the Pay Application for Wastewater Treatment Facility #1. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, licenses, utility bill adjustment) (4-0)
• Approved claims totaling $212,340.34 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-48 setting Sep 15, 2025 public hearing on expanded Urban Renewal Area (4-0)
• Approved Change Order #2 for Wastewater Treatment Facility (4-0)
• Approved Pay Application for Wastewater Treatment Facility #1 (4-0)
• Entered closed session to evaluate professional competency (4-0)
• Exited closed session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a work session. The agenda does not list any specific topics for decision or discussion.

The Winterset City Council adopted the agenda by a 5‑aye vote. The council then held a work session to review Comprehensive Plan goals, debt service, and upcoming projects. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider three separate requests to deviate from municipal code requirements. These requests involve fence height and building setback distances for residential properties.

• Variance request for 6-foot fence at 120 S 5th Street (4-foot maximum)
• Variance request for 1' 6" building separation at 1003 N 4th Ave (10 feet required)
• Variance request for 10-foot rear yard setback for a lean-to at 415 W Madison St (20 feet required)

The Board of Adjustment adopted the July 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a variance for a 6‑foot fence at 120 S 5th St, a building‑separation variance for 1004 N 4th Ave, and a setback variance for a lean‑to at 415 W Madison St. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved July 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 120 S 5th St fence height (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 1004 N 4th Ave building separation (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 415 W Madison St lean‑to setback (unanimous)

City Council

The Winterset City Council will hold public hearings regarding an annexation application and a zone change for land owned by Agriland FS. The council will also review claims totaling $176,315.56 and resolutions related to the WWTF project.

• Public hearing for annexation of 1.79 acres owned by Agriland FS
• Public hearing for zone change from Agricultural to Industrial for 1.79 and 1.02 acres owned by Agriland FS
• Claims in the amount of $176,315.56
• Resolution No 2025-46 approving Change Order #1 to WWTF project
• Resolution No 2025-47 approving professional services for Allender Butzke for WWTF project material testing

The City Council adopted the agenda and approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, two retail alcohol licenses and utility bill adjustments. All Council members unanimously approved $176,315.56 in claims and entered a public hearing on an annexation and zone‑change application, which received no public comment. The Council then approved Resolution 2025‑46 authorizing a change order not to exceed $195,220 for the wastewater treatment facility, and Resolution 2025‑47 authorizing professional services up to $89,922.05. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m. after a unanimous vote.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, two alcohol licenses and utility adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved $176,315.56 claims (unanimous)
• Entered and exited public hearing on annexation and zone‑change application (unanimous, no comments)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑46 change order for WWTF up to $195,220 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑47 professional services agreement for WWTF up to $89,922.05 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Winterset City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on contracts for 2025 street improvements. The body will also consider resolutions regarding bond sales and residential rental housing inspection fees.

• Claims in the amount of $224,023.78
• Public hearing on plans, contract form, and cost estimate for 2025 street improvements
• Resolution 2025-42 setting Residential Rental Housing Inspection Program Fees
• Resolution 2025-43 providing for the sale of Bonds and approving a Note Purchase Agreement
• Resolutions to set public hearing dates for a voluntary annexation and a rezoning from Agricultural to Industrial

The Winterset City Council unanimously approved the plans, specifications, contract form and cost estimate for the 2025 Street Improvements Project and then awarded the contract. The council also set dates for public hearings on a voluntary annexation and on rezoning a parcel from agricultural to industrial. Additional unanimous actions included approving the residential rental inspection fee schedule, a bond sale and note purchase agreement, the consent agenda, and $224,023.78 in claims.

• Approved plans, specifications, contract form and cost estimate for 2025 Street Improvements (unanimous)
• Awarded contract for 2025 Street Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Set date for public hearing on voluntary annexation (August 4, 2025) (unanimous)
• Set date for public hearing on rezoning parcel from agricultural to industrial (unanimous)
• Approved residential rental housing inspection program fees (unanimous)
• Approved sale of bonds, parameters, and note purchase agreement (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and retail tobacco license (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $224,023.78 (unanimous)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees will meet to discuss watershed issues and review reports from the General Manager and superintendents. The board is considering a resolution to authorize a loan agreement for water revenue bonds.

• Resolution #7212025 for $1,870,000 Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2025A
• Watershed discussion
• Report from Ryan Marquardt, MCDG

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board adopted Resolution #7212025, authorizing and approving a loan agreement for the issuance of $1,870,000 in Water Revenue Bonds Series 2025A. The resolution also approved the Bond Purchase Agreement, bond insurer policies, and the Registrar/Paying Agent Agreement with UMB Bank, and was adopted by a voice vote with all three trustees voting aye and no nays. The Chairperson and Board Secretary were authorized to sign the loan agreement and related documents.

• Adopted Resolution #7212025 authorizing $1.87 M water revenue bond loan (ayes: Emmert, Frost, Montross)
• Approved the Loan Agreement for $1,870,000 (signing authorized for Chairperson/Secretary)
• Approved the Bond Purchase Agreement executed April 28 2025
• Approved the Bond Insurer, Bond Insurance Policy and Reserve Policy
• Approved the Registrar/Paying Agent Agreement with UMB Bank, West Des Moines
• Authorized Chairperson and Board Secretary to execute all related commitments

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees will meet to discuss a bond purchase agreement. The primary item on the agenda is the sale of Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2025A.

• Resolution #7082025: Bond Purchase Agreement for the sale of Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2025A

City Council

The Winterset City Council will hold public hearings on implementing a Rental Housing Inspection Program and amending outdoor advertising sign regulations. The council may also vote on the final adoption of these two ordinances.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of Ordinance #667 for a Rental Housing Inspection Program
• Public hearing and possible adoption of Ordinance #666 regarding Outdoor Advertising Signs
• Claims in the amount of $213,241.04
• Resolution No. 2025-39 for the appointment of Fire Department Officers
• Re-appointment of Shari Bush to the Board of Adjustment

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including minutes, a vapor permit, and a Board of Adjustment re‑appointment, and approved $213,241.04 in claims. They confirmed the appointment of fire department officers for the 2025‑2026 term. The council also adopted Ordinance #666 amending outdoor advertising sign regulations and Ordinance #667 creating new code sections to implement a rental housing inspection program.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, vapor permit, Board of Adjustment re‑appointment) – all Council Members voted Aye
• Approved $213,241.04 in claims – all Council Members voted Aye
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑39 appointing fire officers – all Council Members voted Aye
• Adopted Ordinance #666 amendment to outdoor advertising signs (first reading, waived 2nd/3rd, final adoption) – all Council Members voted Aye
• Adopted Ordinance #667 new code sections for rental housing inspection program (first reading, waived 2nd/3rd, final adoption) – all Council Members voted Aye

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review two requests for variances from city code. These include a request for a fence height increase and a request for a reduced property setback for a home addition.

• Variance request for 709 E South Street to erect a 6 foot fence where 4 feet is the maximum allowed
• Variance request for 901 S 7th Ave for a house addition with an 8 foot 3 inch setback where 30 feet is required

The Board of Adjustment approved the minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting. It also approved a variance allowing a 6‑foot fence at 709 E South Street, exceeding the 4‑foot side‑yard limit. Finally, the board approved a setback variance for an addition at 901 S 7th Ave, allowing the addition to be closer than the required 30‑foot minimum.

• Approved April 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved variance for 709 E South Street to erect a 6‑foot fence (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved variance for 901 S 7th Ave to allow an addition with an 8‑ft‑3‑in setback (unanimous voice vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider rezoning requests for Kading Properties, LLC and Agriland FS, Inc. The body will also hold a discussion regarding the Planned Unit Development ordinance.

• Rezoning Request for Kading Properties, LLC
• Rezoning Request for Agriland FS, Inc.
• Planned Unit Development ordinance discussion

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting. It denied Kading Properties LLC's request to rezone a parcel from Commercial to R‑3. It approved Agriland FS, Inc.'s request to rezone two parcels from Agricultural to Industrial. The commission then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote aye)
• Denied rezoning request for Kading Properties LLC (Commercial → R‑3) (voice vote aye)
• Approved rezoning request for Agriland FS, Inc. (Agricultural → Industrial) (voice vote aye)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote aye)

City Council

The Winterset City Council will consider a Sewer Revenue Loan Agreement and review updates for a street improvement project. The body is also setting public hearing dates for a residential rental housing inspection program and outdoor advertising sign amendments.

• Public hearing on Sewer Revenue Loan Agreement (Res No. 2025-30)
• Claims in the amount of $176,530.99
• Municipal Utility Easement Agreement for 60 E. Green Street
• Proposed Residential Rental Housing Inspection Program (Code Sections 4.1701-4.1713)
• Notice of hearing and bid taking for 2025 Street Improvements project

The Winterset City Council adopted its agenda and approved the consent agenda and $176,530.99 of claims. It approved Resolution 2025‑32, entering a municipal utility easement with JKA Enterprises, LLC. The council also set dates for public hearings on a residential rental housing inspection program and the sewer revenue loan agreement, entering and exiting the latter hearing without public comment.

• Adopted agenda (all members Aye)
• Approved consent agenda (all members Aye)
• Approved claims totaling $176,530.99 (all members Aye)
• Entered public hearing on Sewer Revenue Loan Agreement (all members Aye)
• Exited public hearing on Sewer Revenue Loan Agreement (all members Aye)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑32 municipal utility easement agreement (all members Aye)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑33 setting public hearing date for residential rental housing inspection program (all members Aye)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees will discuss watershed issues and review water distribution plans. The board is expected to vote on bid acceptance for a water main project.

• Public hearing on Water Distribution Plans and Bid Acceptance
• Resolution #6162025 for Water Main Project bid acceptance
• Watershed discussion
• Report from Ryan Marquardt, MCDG

City Council

The Winterset City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a Drift Lease Agreement and consider a resolution to set a hearing date for a sewer revenue loan. The body will also review contracts for wastewater treatment facility improvements.

• Resolution 2025-30 to borrow up to $33,615,000 via a sewer revenue Loan Agreement
• Resolution 2025-29 approving contracts and bonds for WWTF Improvements, Contract 1 2025 Project
• Public hearing for Drift Lease Agreement
• Claims in the amount of $185,690.26
• Discussion on Winterset Urban Renewal Area Plan Amendment

The Winterset City Council adopted its agenda, approved the consent agenda and $185,690.26 in claims. It also approved Resolution No. 2025‑29 authorizing performance and payment bonds for the WWTF Improvements project. Finally, the council approved Resolution No. 2025‑30 fixing a date for a public hearing on a proposed sewer revenue loan of up to $33,615,000.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
• Approved claims totaling $185,690.26 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑29 for WWTF bond contracts (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑30 to set hearing date for $33.6M sewer loan (5-0)
• Entered public hearing on Drift Lease Agreement (5-0)
• Exited public hearing on Drift Lease Agreement (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review an amendment to the Winterset Urban Renewal Area boundaries for conformity with the Comprehensive Plan. The body will also discuss a Planned Unit Development ordinance.

• Amendment to Winterset Urban Renewal Area boundaries
• Planned Unit Development ordinance discussion

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the February 25, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved an amendment expanding the Winterset Urban Renewal Area to include city‑owned property on the south side, the cemetery, and related facilities. The commission tasked Code Enforcement Officer Hollie Burgus with drafting options for Planned Unit Development guidelines. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved February 25, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, all present aye)
• Approved amendment to expand Urban Renewal Area boundaries (voice vote, all present aye)
• Tasked Code Enforcement Officer Hollie Burgus with compiling PUD guideline options
• Adjourned the meeting (voice vote, all present aye)

City Council

The Winterset City Council will consider awarding a contract for the WWTF Improvements, Contract 1 2025 Project. The body will also set public hearing dates for a lease addendum with The Drift LLC and amendments to building codes.

• Awarding contract for WWTF Improvements, Contract 1 2025 Project
• Claims in the amount of $87,844.97
• Res. No. 2025-25 adding short- and long-term disability and Employee Assistance Program to full-time employee benefits
• Res. No. 2025-26 setting public hearing date for lease addendum with The Drift LLC
• Res. No. 2025-27 setting public hearing date to amend Municipal Code Title IV, Chapter 1, Building Codes & Appendix E

The council adopted the agenda and consent agenda, and approved $87,844.97 in claims. It authorized new bank signing authorities and added short‑ and long‑term disability plus an employee assistance program to full‑time benefits. A public hearing on the lease addendum with Drift LLC was scheduled for June 2, 2025, while a hearing to amend the building code failed to receive a motion. Finally, the WWTF Improvements Contract 1 was awarded to Woodruff Construction, Inc. for $26,057,300.

• Adopted agenda (all Council Members voted Aye)
• Approved consent agenda (all Council Members voted Aye)
• Approved claims totaling $87,844.97 (all Council Members voted Aye)
• Authorized bank signatures and designated signing officials (all Council Members voted Aye)
• Approved short‑ and long‑term disability and Employee Assistance Program for full‑time employees (all Council Members voted Aye)
• Set public hearing for Drift LLC lease addendum on June 2, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. (all Council Members voted Aye)
• Failed to set a hearing to amend Building Code Title IV, Chapter 1 (no motion made)
• Awarded WWTF Improvements Contract 1 to Woodruff Construction, Inc. for $26,057,300 (all Council Members voted Aye)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees will meet on May 19, 2025, at 8:30 A.M. at the Electric Generation Plant to discuss and vote on several resolutions, including a water rate increase, wage increases, and financial duties assignments. The board will also hear reports from the General Manager, Water Superintendent, and Electric Superintendent.

• Public hearing on water rate increase
• Approve Resolution #5192025 for water rate increase
• Approve Resolution #5192025A for water distribution plans and permission to bid
• Approve Resolution #5192025B assigning financial duties
• Approve Resolution #5192025C for wage increase

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board approved a new water rate structure effective July 15, 2025. It also adopted resolutions to approve water‑main project plans and bidding procedures, assign financial authority, set supervisor salary increases, and add disability insurance for employees. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved water rate increase (Resolution #5192025, unanimous)
• Approved water‑main project plans, hearing and bid schedule (Resolution #5192025A, unanimous)
• Approved assignment of financial duties to GM and staff (Resolution #5192025B, unanimous)
• Approved supervisor salary increases (Resolution #5192025C, unanimous)
• Approved short‑term and long‑term disability insurance for all employees (voice vote carried)
• Approved listed utility claims for electric and distribution expenses (unanimous roll call)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board decided to prioritize Giffin Field renovations over the Memory Lane Park project. The board also approved final plans for City Park Trail Phase 2 and scheduled a public hearing for June 10.

• Approved Giffin Field renovations with early estimates of $100K per field
• Approved final plans and specs for City Park Trail Phase 2
• Scheduled City Park Trail Phase 2 bid letting for June 4 at 2pm
• Scheduled City Park Trail Phase 2 public hearing for June 10 at noon
• Reported estimated $15K to $20K cost to replace WAC pool LED lights

The Winterset Parks and Recreation Board approved several items, including the minutes from the April 9 meeting and payment of outstanding bills. The board voted to move forward with the Giffin Field renovation and to adopt final plans for City Park Trail Phase 2, setting dates for bid letting and a public hearing. Kleemeier was selected as the May Finance Chair.

• Approved April 9, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of outstanding bills (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with Giffin Field renovation (unanimous)
• Approved final plans/specs for City Park Trail Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved bid letting date for City Park Trail Phase 2 – June 4, 2 pm (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing date for City Park Trail Phase 2 – June 10, noon (unanimous)
• Appointed Kleemeier as May Finance Chair

City Council

The Winterset City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed plans and cost estimate for the WWTF Improvements, Contract 1 2025 Project, followed by a resolution to finally approve them. The Council will also consider a professional service agreement for a zoning map update and discuss amending a leased area for Drift, LLC. Additionally, claims totaling $275,243.80 are presented for payment.

• Public hearing and resolution for final approval of WWTF Improvements, Contract 1 2025 Project
• Bids for WWTF Improvements will be considered at May 19 meeting
• Professional Service Agreement for Zoning Map Update (Resolution 2025-23)
• Claims totaling $275,243.80
• Consideration of amending a leased area for Drift, LLC

The council unanimously adopted the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included minutes, a liquor‑license renewal for Montross Pharmacy and a utility bill adjustment. It approved $275,243.80 in claims and entered a public hearing on the WWTF Improvements contract, then exited the hearing. The council finally approved the plans, specifications, contract form and cost estimate for the WWTF Improvements (Resolution 2025‑22) and postponed consideration of bids to May 19, 2025.

• Adopt agenda – approved (all present voted Aye)
• Approve consent agenda (minutes, liquor license renewal, utility bill adjustment) – approved (all present voted Aye)
• Approve $275,243.80 claims – approved (all present voted Aye)
• Enter public hearing on WWTF Improvements contract – approved (all present voted Aye)
• Exit public hearing on WWTF Improvements contract – approved (all present voted Aye)
• Approve Resolution 2025‑22 finalizing WWTF Improvements contract – approved (all present voted Aye)
• Postpone WWTF Improvements bid consideration to May 19 2025 – postponed (all present voted Aye)

Tree Commission

The Winterset Tree Commission discussed the recap of the Arbor Day Foundation Tree Planting and Giveaway event, where 15 trees were planted in City park and 50 trees were given away in 28 minutes. They also reviewed the 2025 Husky Help Day tree planting program and a draft public education flyer for utility bills. No decisions or votes were recorded other than approval of prior minutes.

• 15 trees planted in City park on Arbor Day (April 22), with media coverage from WHO and Hy-Vee promotional filming
• 50 trees distributed in 28 minutes during giveaway on Carver Road; some families received trees before public opening
• Husky Help Day may be affected by earlier giveaway; volunteers and Fire Department ready to assist with watering
• Draft tree-planting education material for utility billing insert reviewed; website and phone number still to be added

The Winterset Tree Commission met on May 5, 2025 and approved the minutes from the April 2 meeting with all members in favor. The commission reviewed a recap of the Arbor Day Foundation tree planting and giveaway, discussed the 2025 Husky Help Day, and examined a draft of a tree‑planting education flyer. No additional actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Winterset City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 25-26 budget and consider a resolution to approve it. Also on the agenda are a resolution supporting a community car show, a request for tax increment financing (TIF) from Peter Corkrean, and approval of claims totaling $364,743.80. The consent agenda includes liquor license renewals for Fareway Stores and Double Bee LLC.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 25-26 budget
• Resolution 2025-21 approving the FY 25-26 budget
• Claims totaling $364,743.80
• Resolution 2025-20 supporting a community car show
• Consideration of TIF request from Peter Corkrean

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, a $364,743.80 claim list, and a resolution supporting the Central Iowa Auto Club car show. It also held a brief public hearing on the FY 2025‑26 budget and unanimously adopted the FY 2025‑26 budget (Resolution No. 2025‑21). All votes were recorded as Aye by the five council members present.

• Approved Consent Agenda (all Aye)
• Approved claims totaling $364,743.80 (all Aye)
• Entered and exited public hearing on FY 2025‑26 budget (all Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑20 supporting car show (all Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑21 adopting FY 2025‑26 budget (all Aye)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with reports from the General Manager and superintendents, and discussions on water rates and the watershed. The agenda is largely procedural, including approval of minutes and claims, with no binding votes listed on specific projects or dollar amounts.

• Water Rate discussion
• Watershed Discussion
• General Manager Report
• Claims approval

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board approved the meeting agenda and the March 17 minutes by voice vote. It set a public hearing on proposed water rate increases for May 19, 2025. The board also approved the listed utility claims by voice vote.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved March 17 minutes (voice vote)
• Set public hearing for water rate increase on May 19, 2025
• Approved list of utility claims (voice vote)

City Council

The Winterset City Council is meeting primarily to hold a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy. No other substantive business is on the agenda beyond the hearing and procedural items.

• Public hearing on the proposed property tax levy

The council adopted the meeting agenda by unanimous vote. A public hearing on the proposed property tax levy was entered and later exited, also by unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopt agenda – motion carried (all present voted Aye)
• Enter public hearing – motion carried (all present voted Aye)
• Exit public hearing – motion carried (all present voted Aye)
• Adjourn meeting – motion carried (all present voted Aye)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and potentially adopt Ordinance #665, rezoning property for the Prairie West Planned Unit Development. Resolutions to approve the proposed property tax levy and set new sewer utility rates are also on the agenda. A presentation on the FY25-26 budget will be given, followed by a vote to schedule a public hearing for its adoption. The consent agenda includes liquor license renewals and the annual finance report.

• Public hearing on land use classification to PUD (Ord #665) and possible final adoption
• Resolution No. 2025-16: Application and rezoning petition for Prairie West PUD
• Resolution No. 2025-17: Approving Proposed Property Tax Levy
• Resolution No. 2025-18: Establishing Sewer Utility Rates
• Claims totaling $243,862.27

The Winterset City Council unanimously approved the first reading, waived the second and third readings, and adopted the final reading of Ordinance 665, changing the land from agricultural to Planned Unit Development zoning. The council also approved the proposed property tax levy, established new sewer utility rates, set the date for a public hearing on the FY 25‑26 budget, and approved $243,862.27 in claims and the consent agenda items.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 665 (all 5 members voted Aye)
• Approved waiver of 2nd and 3rd readings of Ordinance 665 (all 5 members voted Aye)
• Approved final reading and adoption of Ordinance 665 (all 5 members voted Aye)
• Approved proposed property tax levy (all 5 members voted Aye)
• Approved establishing sewer utility rates (all 5 members voted Aye)
• Set date for public hearing on FY 25‑26 budget (all 5 members voted Aye)
• Approved claims totaling $243,862.27 (all 5 members voted Aye)
• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, liquor licenses, finance report) (all 5 members voted Aye)

Board of Adjustment

The Winterset Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request from Kristofer Schutt to build an 832-square-foot accessory building at 209 W Buchanan Street, exceeding the maximum allowed 594 square feet and protruding 7 feet into the buildable area. The board will also approve minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting.

• Variance request for 832 sq ft accessory building at 209 W Buchanan Street (exceeds max size by 238 sq ft, protrudes 7 ft into buildable area)

The Board approved the minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting. It also approved a variance request for 209 W Buchanan Street, allowing an 832‑square‑foot accessory building that exceeds the 594‑square‑foot limit and extends 7 feet into the buildable area. Both motions passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 209 W Buchanan St accessory building (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Winterset City Council will review wastewater rates and legislative updates from Piper Sandler-Travis Squires. The body will consider resolutions regarding debt and grant funds for the Wastewater Treatment Facility and a public hearing for a zoning change.

• Claims in the amount of $271,657.85
• Res No. 2025-10: Public hearing for reclassifying land from agricultural to planned unit development zoning
• Res No. 2025-15: Adopting debt and grant funds for the Wastewater Treatment Facility from USDA-RD
• Res No. 2025-14: Adoption of an engagement letter from Piper Sandler & Co.
• Utility bill adjustments for 223 N 1st, 100 S 8th Ave, 315 E Green St, 603 E Green St, 110 E Court, and 144 S 8th Ave

The Winterset City Council approved a resolution to incur $33,650,000 in debt and accept a $1,000,000 grant from USDA-RD for the Wastewater Treatment Facility. The council also set a public hearing for April 7, 2025, on rezoning land for the Prairie West development, and approved resolutions supporting the Madison County Farmer's Market and a community event on June 7, 2025. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $33.65M USDA-RD loan and $1M grant for wastewater treatment facility (5-0)
• Set April 7, 2025 public hearing for rezoning agricultural land to Planned Unit Development (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Madison County Farmer's Market 2025 season (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting community event on June 7, 2025 at 206 State Hwy 94 (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing bank signatures and public entity bank resolution (5-0)
• Approved engagement letter with Piper Sandler & Co. for financial services (5-0)
• Approved claims totaling $271,657.85 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and utility bill adjustments (5-0)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss water rates and watershed issues. The board is also scheduled to elect officers and assign financial duties via resolution.

• Discussion of water rates
• Watershed discussion
• Resolution #3172025 Assigning Financial Duties
• Election of officers

Parks and Recreation Board

The Winterset Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss updates on the Fieldhouse/PD Design, Bennett Cabin, and the Trails Plan (phases 1 and 2). They will also approve payments of bills and select a finance chairperson for April. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and public comment.

• Approve Payment of Bills
• Fieldhouse/PD Design Update
• Bennett Cabin Update
• Trails Plan: Phase 1 (Internal City Park Trail) and Phase 2 (City Park to Fieldhouse Trail)
• Selection of April Finance Chairperson

Board of Adjustment

The Winterset Board of Adjustment will vote on approving the minutes from its November 2024 meeting and will consider two special exception use permits. Hilsabeck Family Farms seeks a permit to erect a 120' x 72' building on commercial-zoned parcels near E Madison Street for equipment repair. Agriland FS, Inc. requests a permit to install an additional 30,000-gallon anhydrous ammonia tank at 421 N 10th Street.

• Approve minutes of November 6, 2024 meeting
• Special exception permit for Hilsabeck Family Farms to build a 120' x 72' equipment repair building at end of E Madison Street (parcels 820006600060000 and 820006600050000)
• Special exception permit for Agriland FS, Inc. to install a second 30K anhydrous ammonia tank at 421 N 10th Street

The Winterset Board of Adjustment approved two special exception use permits. The first allows Hilsabeck Family Farms to build a 120' x 72' building for equipment repair. The second allows Agriland FS, Inc. to install a new 30K anhydrous ammonia tank at 421 N 10th Street. Both approvals were unanimous among the four members present.

• Approved minutes of November 6, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved special exception use permit for Hilsabeck Family Farms equipment repair building (unanimous)
• Approved special exception use permit for Agriland FS, Inc. anhydrous ammonia tank (unanimous)

City Council

The Winterset City Council will set a public hearing date for rezoning land from A-Agricultural to Planned Unit Development and authorize a notice for bids on wastewater treatment facility improvements. They will also approve claims totaling $187,910.16, consider liquor license renewals including a new Class C license for Graham's Game Café, and receive reports from city departments. The meeting includes a consent agenda with minutes from various boards and commissions.

• Resolution 2025-08 setting public hearing for rezoning from A-Agricultural to Planned Unit Development
• Resolution 2025-09 authorizing notice for bids on WWTF Improvements Contract 1 2025 project
• Claims approved in the amount of $187,910.16
• Hy-Vee liquor license renewal (Class E) and new Class C liquor license for Graham's Game Café (123 W Jefferson)
• Reports from Street Superintendent, Library Director, Park & Recreation Director, Fire Chief, Police Chief, and Code Enforcement Officer

The Winterset City Council approved two resolutions setting public hearing dates. Resolution 2025-08 schedules a March 17, 2025 hearing on rezoning land from A-Agricultural to Planned Unit Development for the proposed 'Prairie West' development. Resolution 2025-09 sets a May 5, 2025 hearing on the WWTF Improvements Contract 1 2025 Project, a wastewater treatment facility upgrade, and authorizes bid advertisement. The council also approved the consent agenda, claims totaling $187,910.16, and received departmental reports.

• Approved Resolution 2025-08 setting March 17, 2025 public hearing for Prairie West rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-09 for WWTF Improvements Contract 1 2025, setting May 5, 2025 hearing and April 22, 2025 bid deadline (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and liquor license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $187,910.16 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approving the minutes of the January 28 meeting and will review and make a recommendation on an updated preliminary plat for the Prairie West Planned Unit Development (PUD). No other items are on the agenda.

• Review and recommendation for updated Preliminary Plat for Prairie West PUD
• Approval of January 28, 2025 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the updated Preliminary Plat for the Prairie West PUD by a 5-2 vote. The developer removed 4 lots to increase frontages to 56-57 feet and adjusted side yard setbacks from 10 to 12 feet, but some members wanted 60-foot frontages and 15-foot setbacks. The motion to deny failed 2-5, and the approval motion carried.

• Approved minutes of January 28, 2025 meeting (voice vote, all aye)
• Motion to deny Prairie West PUD failed (2-5)
• Approved Prairie West PUD as submitted (5-2)

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions regarding dispatching services and the upcoming property tax levy. The meeting includes a work session to discuss FY 25-26 budget requests for administration, enterprise funds, debt service, and city departments.

• Claims in the amount of $211,043.67
• Res. No. 2025-06: Extended 28E Agreement with Madison County for dispatching services (FY 2025-2027)
• Res No. 2025-07: Setting a public hearing date for Proposed Property Tax Levy FY 2025-2026
• Liquor license renewals for Sports Page Grill and Mi Pueblito
• Retail application for Greenleaf Tobacco & Vape

The Winterset City Council approved an extended 28E agreement with Madison County for dispatching services for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. They also set a public hearing date for the proposed property tax levy. Claims totaling $210,755.67 were approved after removing a $288.00 expense. The meeting included reports from city boards and a budget work session.

• Approved Resolution 2025-06 extending 28E dispatch agreement with Madison County (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-07 setting April 7, 2025 public hearing on property tax levy (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $210,755.67 after removing $288.00 Domain Listings expense (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewals and new tobacco permit (unanimous)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees will meet to discuss routine reports from the general manager, water superintendent, and electric superintendent. A resolution authorizing the use of a preliminary official statement for the sale of Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2025 is on the agenda. The board will also discuss a watershed topic and a contract with AECOM.

• Resolution authorizing preliminary official statement for Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2025
• Discussion of AECOM contract
• Watershed discussion
• Approval of claims
• Presentation by Ryan Marquardt of MCDG

The Winterset Municipal Utilities Board approved Resolution No. 2172025 authorizing the use of a preliminary official statement for the sale of Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2025, to fund water main replacements. The board also approved a contract with AECOM Engineering for the water main replacement project. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution No. 2172025 authorizing preliminary official statement for Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2025 (3-0)
• Approved AECOM Engineering contract for water main replacement project (voice vote)
• Approved agenda and minutes from January 20, 2025 meeting (voice votes)
• Approved list of utility claims (3-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Winterset Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve a Little League agreement, receive updates on campground reservations and WAC hiring, and review bills. The board will also select a March finance chairperson and handle routine approvals of minutes and agenda.

• Approve payment of bills
• Winterset Little League Agreement
• Campground Reservation Update
• WAC Hiring Update
• Selection of March Finance Chairperson

The Winterset Parks and Recreation Board approved a 5-year agreement extension with the Winterset Little League, adding a $1,000 annual payment from the league for supplies and equipment. The board also approved the minutes from January 15th and the payment of bills. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved minutes from January 15th (all present in favor)
• Approved payment of bills (all present in favor)
• Approved 5-year agreement extension with Winterset Little League, including $1,000 annual payment (all present in favor)

City Council

The Winterset City Council will consider a consent agenda including approval of meeting minutes, liquor license renewals for Dollar General and Oasis Wine & Spirits, a new tobacco permit for Greenleaf Tobacco at 115 E Washington St #2, and reappointment of Wendy Frost to the Utility Board of Trustees. The council will also hear a vicious dog appeal, vote on resolutions to participate in SICOG for 2025 and accept the final plat for Winterwalk Subdivision, and discuss department budget requests for the 2024-2025 general fund. Claims totaling $1,817,713.40 are listed for approval.

• Claims in the amount of $1,817,713.40
• Res No. 2025-05: Acceptance of Final Plat for Winterwalk Subdivision
• Vicious Dog Appeal Hearing
• Renewal of Class C liquor license for Dollar General Store
• New tobacco retailer application for Greenleaf Tobacco at 115 E Washington St #2

The Winterset City Council upheld the mayor's determination that a dog is vicious, approved participation in the Southern Iowa Council of Governments for 2025 with a $9,233.93 contribution, and accepted the final plat for the Winterwalk subdivision. The council also approved the consent agenda, including liquor and tobacco licenses, and claims totaling $1,817,713.40. A work session discussed FY 2025-26 general fund budgets for several departments.

• Upheld mayor's vicious dog determination (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-04 to participate in SICOG for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-05 accepting final plat for Winterwalk Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewal for Dollar General and new tobacco license for Greenleaf Tobacco (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $1,817,713.40 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Winterset Planning & Zoning Commission will vote on minutes from June 2024 and review a preliminary plat for the Prairie West Planned Unit Development (PUD), making a recommendation on the proposed subdivision.

• Review and recommendation for Preliminary Plat of Prairie West PUD

The Winterset Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-2 to deny the proposed Prairie West Planned Unit Development (PUD) as presented. The denial was based on concerns that the lots did not conform to the city's R-2 zoning regulations, particularly the 60-foot lot width requirement. The developer, Mr. Corkrean, had proposed smaller lots for affordable housing, but the commission decided the project should be revised to meet existing zoning standards.

• Approved minutes of June 25, 2024 meeting (voice vote, all present aye)
• Denied Prairie West PUD as presented (5-2 roll call: Ayes - McDonald, Bush, Schwers, Jacobson; Nays - LaGrange, Stetzel)

City Council

The Winterset City Council will hold a public hearing on an amendment to the FY 24-25 budget, followed by a resolution to approve the amendment. The council will also consider an agreement with Madison County regarding illegal removal of street trees. Other items include approval of claims totaling $178,668.20 and reports from city boards and departments.

• Public hearing on FY 24-25 budget amendment
• Resolution 2025-02 approving budget amendment
• Resolution 2025-03 approving agreement with Madison County on illegal removal of street trees
• Claims approval for $178,668.20
• Presentations on emergency management and city financial position/comp plan update

The Winterset City Council approved Resolution 2025-02 amending the FY 2024-25 budget and Resolution 2025-03, an agreement with Madison County to resolve the illegal removal of four street trees. The council also approved the consent agenda, claims totaling $178,668.20, and heard reports from city boards and departments. No public comments were made.

• Approved FY 2024-25 budget amendment (Resolution 2025-02) (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Madison County for illegal tree removal (Resolution 2025-03) (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and liquor license renewal (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $178,668.20 (unanimous)

Winterset Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider Resolution #1202025 regarding a proposed Water Revenue Loan Agreement. The meeting also includes a watershed discussion and reports from the General Manager and superintendents.

• Public hearing on proposal to enter into a Water Revenue Loan Agreement
• Resolution #1202025 regarding the Water Revenue Loan Agreement
• Watershed discussion
• Reports from the General Manager, Water Superintendent, and Electric Superintendent

The board held a public hearing and unanimously approved a resolution to enter into a water revenue loan agreement. They also approved the agenda, minutes, and a list of claims totaling over $728,000. Reports were given on water and electric operations, including a new hire and a retirement.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved December 16, 2024 minutes (voice vote)
• Opened public hearing for water revenue loan agreement (roll call, all present voted Aye)
• Closed public hearing for water revenue loan agreement (roll call, all present voted Aye)
• Adopted resolution for water revenue loan agreement (roll call, all present voted Aye)
• Approved list of claims (roll call, all present voted Aye)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Winterset Parks and Recreation Board will meet to approve bills, consider an extension of the Winterset Area Soccer Agreement, and enter a closed session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual. Other items include a director report, open board discussion, and selection of the February finance chairperson.

• Approve Payment of Bills
• Winterset Area Soccer Agreement Extension
• Closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) for personnel evaluation
• Selection of February Finance Chairperson

The Winterset Parks and Recreation Board approved a 5-year extension of the agreement with the Winterset Area Soccer Club (WASC), with all members in favor. The board also approved the minutes from December 11 and the payment of bills. The meeting included a closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) and a discussion about the Recreation Manager hiring process, noting that board member Nicole Darling applied.

• Approved minutes from December 11 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year agreement extension with Winterset Area Soccer Club (unanimous)
• Entered closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i) (unanimous)
• Exited closed session (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to review claims and receive reports from city departments. The body is scheduled to set a public hearing date for a budget amendment. A traffic study for 16th Avenue will also be presented.

• Claims totaling $961,086.67
• Resolution 2025-01 to set a public hearing date for a budget amendment
• 16th Avenue Traffic Study presentation
• Utility bill adjustments for 110 E Court Ave, #5 and 322 W South St

The Winterset City Council approved claims totaling $961,086.67, including payments for a patrol vehicle, TIF rebates, and various operational expenses. They also passed Resolution 2025-01 setting a public hearing for January 20, 2025, to amend the FY 24-25 budget, related to $4 million in municipal bonds issued in December 2024. A motion was approved to notify cities that funds obligated to them were held in Winterset's account. The council received reports from departments and a traffic study on 16th Avenue, which recommended against a 4-way stop at 16th and W Jefferson.

• Approved claims totaling $961,086.67 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-01 setting public hearing for budget amendment on Jan 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to notify cities of held funds (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda with added utility bill adjustment for 4911 Cherrywood (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and utility adjustments (unanimous)