Feb 2, 2026

City Council · 8 recorded votes · Present at roll call: Duer, Evans, McFadden, Stewart · Absent: Mertz

All votes

Every vote in the official minutes, in agenda order. Routine items on this meeting (2): agenda, adjournment. Full minutes for the whole Feb 2, 2026 meeting (saved copy)

• Vote 1Perfecting and approval of the agendaPassed 4–0 · Minutes, p. 1
• Vote 2Approval of January 19, 2026, Council MinutesPassed 4–0 · Minutes, p. 1

  What this means: Approving minutes. The council confirms that the written record of an earlier meeting is accurate.

• Vote 3Resolution taking additional action on proposal to enter into a Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement AgreementPassed 4–0 · Minutes, p. 1

  What this means: Resolution. A formal council decision, usually made in one vote. It approves a specific action, such as a contract, plan or policy, without changing the city code.

• Vote 4Resolution to approve a Preliminary Plat for Prairie Crossing Plat 10Passed 4–0 · Minutes, p. 1 · Full page →

  What this means: Plat. A map that divides land into lots, streets and easements. A preliminary plat is the proposed layout. A final plat is the official version that gets recorded with the county.

• Vote 5Resolution to approve a site plan for Lutheran Church of the Cross located at 1701 8th Street SW. a private individual, Snyder & Associates, 2727 SW Snyder Blvd., Ankeny, IA…Passed 4–0 · Minutes, p. 1 · Full page →

  What this means: Site plan. A detailed drawing of how one property will be built, such as buildings, parking, driveways and landscaping. The city checks it against its rules.

• Vote 620 and also credit for minimum bill of $35.00Passed 4–0 · $35 · Minutes
• Vote 7Consent agenda (19 items, approved in one vote)Passed 4–0 · Minutes

  What this means: Consent agenda. A list of routine items the council approves together in one vote, without separate discussion. Any member can ask to pull an item out for its own vote.

  19 consent items

  1. Allow Bills
  2. Pay Apps B1) Change Order #03 – Reilly Construction – Tuscany Pond Improvements - $52,970.21 B2) Pay App #7 – Reilly Construction – 2024 Tuscany Pond Enhancements - $70,855.56.… $95,822.35
  3. Appointment of Lindsey Sinnwell to the Altoona Library Board
  4. Consider Amended Development Agreement between the City of Altoona, Iowa and TAP Holdings, LLC
  5. Consider the Agreement for Professional Services IA for Standard Project-Public Client between City of Altoona and Bolton & Menk, Inc
  6. Consider the Amendment #001 to Agreement for Professional Services between City of Altoona and Bolton & Menk, Inc
  7. Consider Task Order Amendment with McClure Engineering Co. for Water System Improvements 2024, Jordan Well No. 5
  8. Resolution accepting Public Utility Easement Geoparcel 7922-30-200-021
  9. Resolution accepting Temporary Turnaround Easement Geoparcel 7922-30-200-021
  10. Resolution accepting Public Storm Sewer and Surface Water Flowage Easement Geoparcel 7922-30-200-021
  11. Resolution accepting Public Storm Sewer Easement Geoparcel 7922-30-200-021
  12. Set a Public Hearing for Monday, February 16, 2026, at 6:30 pm for FY2026 Budget Amendment
  13. Set a public hearing for February 16, 2026, at 6:30 PM to consider a request from IALCO Polk County Four, L.L.C., and applicants to rezone 15 acres from A-1 (Agricultural…
  14. Set a Public Hearing for Monday, February 16, 2026, at 6:30 PM to amend Chapter 167, Zoning Code – General Provisions to provide standards for Accessory Dwelling Units
  15. Set a public hearing for February 16th, 2026, at 6:30 PM to consider approving granting Public Utility Easements and Warranty Deeds for road widening projects and utility service…
  16. Consider approving Exhibit D Supplemental Agreement NO. 1 for Additional Scope of Services – 8th Street SW Eastbound Lane Reconstruction 28th Avenue SW to approx. 140’ of IA…
  17. Resolution to provide for a notice of hearing on proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for the Water System Improvements 2024, Well #5 and NE 80th…
  18. Consider Event Request - 1) Chamber Event – Enabling Garden Raised Bed Fundraiser – May 29, 2026 2) Chamber Event – Wine & Craft Beer Fest – June 5, 2026 - Civic Plaza 3) Chamber…
  19. Beer and Liquor Permits 1) Dollar General #7234 – Class B Alcohol License (LG) 2) Casey’s General Store #2870 – Class E Alcohol License (LE) 3) Casa Agave Mexican Cuisine – Class…
• Vote 8Adjourn at 6:44pmPassed 4–0 · Minutes, p. 3

  What this means: Adjourning. The routine vote that ends the meeting.