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Greater Des Moines, Oct 18–24, 2026
Taxes, fees and budget
Agreement with Polk County and development agreement with Invest DSM for tax sale property.
Levying assessments for costs of Nuisance Abatement – NAC Emergency Orders (Neighborhood Services), Schedule No. 2026-10.
Streets, traffic and parking
Final consideration of ordinance vacating the alley and street right-of-way adjacent to 1828 Hickman Road and 1901 Francis Avenue (waiver requested by Proctor Lureman), requires six votes.
Final consideration of ordinance vacating subsurface and air rights within portions of 41st Street and University Avenue right-of-way adjoining 4109 University Avenue (waiver requested by an…
On vacation of alley and street right-of-way adjacent to 1828 Hickman Road and 1901 Francis Avenue and conveyance of said alley and street right-of- way, along with a portion of previously vacated…
On vacation of subsurface and air rights within portions of 41st Street and University Avenue right-of-way adjoining 4109 University Avenue and conveyance of a permanent easement for subsurface…
The council approved the site plan for WayPoint Resources at 100 4th Street.
The council approved the site plan for Kettlestone Central South Plat 2 – Lot 6 at 2310 SE Glacier Trail.
First consideration of ordinance vacating the alley and street right-of-way adjacent to 1828 Hickman Road and 1901 Francis Avenue.
First consideration of ordinance vacating subsurface and air rights within portions of 41st Street and University Avenue right-of-way adjoining 4109 University Avenue
The council approved preliminary terms of an Urban Renewal Development Agreement for the construction of multi-residential units.
Final consideration of traffic regulation changes.
On the proposition to authorize a rental agreement with Armor Equipment Co. LLC for the rental of equipment for cleanup of scuppers on the SW 8th Street bridge, not to exceed $3,810.
On amendments to Chapter 134 of the Municipal Code to P district regulations, outdoor storage regulations, communication tower regulations, and other minor edits, and on amendments to Chapter 135 of…
First Consideration Amending Chapter 114 of the Municipal Code regarding Traffic Regulation Changes as follows: A. Parking Modifications – Sixth Avenue from Locust Street to School Street B. Traffic…
Approving Change Order No. 2 with Grimes Asphalt and Paving Corporation for additional work on the 2026 HMA Resurfacing Program Contract 1, $478,429.70.
Approving Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with Kirkham Michael & Associates, Inc. for professional services for Douglas Avenue Improvements – Merle Hay Road…
E. Locust Street Lighting Improvements.
E. 9th Street Basin Park Improvements.
Authorization to proceed with acquisition of the necessary property interests for the Guthrie Avenue and Hubbell Avenue traffic signal improvements.
Authorization to proceed with acquisition of the necessary property interests for the 50th Street and Douglas Avenue stormwater improvements.
Approving Alcoholic Beverage License Applications for the following: NEW APPLICATIONS (A) GLOBAL SMOKE VAPE AND 1905 INGERSOLL AVE #103 Class B Retail LIQUOR (B) KEMIN INDUSTRIES 1900 SCOTT AVE Class…
Water, sewer and storm
George Flagg Parkway and Fleur Drive Floodgate Closure.
Parks and recreation
On request from property owners (Owners) to amend the PlanDSM Creating Our Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan to revise the future land use classification of the property from…
On request from ABE Property Solutions, LLC (Officer) to amend the PlanDSM Creating Our Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan to revise the future land use classification from Business Park to Low-Medium…
Police, fire and emergency
The council purchased four type 1 ambulances from Foster Coach Sales, Inc. using Sourcewell contract 122123-RVG and City contract # W25-33 with REV Group, Inc. d/b/a Horton Emergency Vehicles.
Housing and neighborhoods
The council approved an amendment to a federal housing program.
Abatement of Public Nuisance at 1817 College Avenue.
Authorizing Finance Director to draw checks on registers for the weeks of October 19 and 26, 2026; to draw checks for the bills of the Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency for the weeks of October 19…
Week of Oct 11
Taxes, fees and budget
Waive the second and third readings of Ordinance 26-20 Providing for the Division of Taxes Levied on Taxable Property in the Norwalk Urban Renewal Area, Pursuant to Section 403.19 of the Code of Iowa…
Waive the second and third readings of Ordinance 26-21 Providing for the Division of Taxes Levied on Taxable Property in the Norwalk Urban Renewal Area, Pursuant to Section 403.19 of the Code of Iowa…
Waive the second and third readings of Ordinance 26-22 Providing for the Division of Taxes Levied on Taxable Property in the Norwalk Urban Renewal Area, Pursuant to Section 403.19 of the Code of Iowa…
Waive the second and third readings of Ordinance 26-23 Providing for the Division of Taxes Levied on Taxable Property in the Norwalk Urban Renewal Area, Pursuant to Section 403.19 of the Code of Iowa…
Waive the second and third readings of Ordinance 26-24 Providing for the Division of Taxes Levied on Taxable Property in the Norwalk Urban Renewal Area, Pursuant to Section 403.19 of the Code of Iowa…
Pass the First Reading of an ordinance Providing for the Division of Taxes Levied on Taxable Property in the Norwalk Urban Renewal Area, Pursuant to Section 403.19 of the Code of Iowa (Hy-Vee)
Pass the First Reading of an ordinance Providing for the Division of Taxes Levied on Taxable Property in the Norwalk Urban Renewal Area, Pursuant to Section 403.19 of the Code of Iowa (3000 Sunset -…
Pass the First Reading of an ordinance Providing for the Division of Taxes Levied on Taxable Property in the Norwalk Urban Renewal Area, Pursuant to Section 403.19 of the Code of Iowa (United/Echo…
Pass the First Reading of an ordinance Providing for the Division of Taxes Levied on Taxable Property in the Norwalk Urban Renewal Area, Pursuant to Section 403.19 of the Code of Iowa (JM Commercial)
Pass the First Reading of an ordinance Providing for the Division of Taxes Levied on Taxable Property in the Norwalk Urban Renewal Area, Pursuant to Section 403.19 of the Code of Iowa (Turnberry…
Streets, traffic and parking
The council approved the contract for engineering services for the SE 80th Street Pump Station and Sewer Main Improvements Project Konrad.
Water, sewer and storm
Approval of Resolution Authorizing the Temporary Deferral of Sending Water and Sewer Bills to the City’s Customers until Water Service is Restored
The council approved Payment Application No. 12 and Change Order No. 7 for the 2025 Storm Sewer Improvements Project Birch.
The council approved Resolution 26244 approving financial participation in the repair and renovation of the private storm water pond outlet at 515 W North Ave (Baack Pond).
Other
Resolution #101326-05 – Approve Payment Application No. 5 and Change Order No. 6 – Shadyview Blvd and University Ave Improvements Murray/
Week of Oct 4
Taxes, fees and budget
The council authorized payment of the $1,205,600 State Revolving Fund Planning and Design Loan for Water Treatment Facilities.
Petitions suspending taxes and special assessments and authorizing Chairperson to sign the Application and Affidavit for Redemption of Parcel for the following (names listed in the minutes)
Resolution abating taxes for Food Bank of Iowa for property at 2220 E. 17th Street, Des Moines (District/Parcel 110/42436-128-009, Geoparcel 7924-36-128-009)
Resolution abating taxes for Iowa Sikh Gurudwara for property at 11000 Douglas Ave, Urbandale (District/Parcel 312/02561-100-002, Geoparcel 7925.28.126.020)
Resolution abating taxes for Monsoon Asians & Pacific Islanders In Solidarity for property at 2509 Douglas Ave, Des Moines (District/Parcel 080/42428-126-020, Geoparcel 7924-28-126-020)
On the proposition to authorize a lease agreement with Ziegler Inc. for the five-month lease of equipment for emergency snow and ice control operations, at a combined monthly amount of $54,600 plus…
Resolution authorizing early redemption of the General Obligation Water Bonds, Series 2014A
Resolution approving a rate increase for City Attorney prosecution services
Approval of contract and bond on 2026 Sewer Repair Contract 2.
Resolution amending the FY 26/27 budget
Resolution amending the FY 26/27 budget
Resolution approving the recommendations of the Polk County Assessor for allowances and disallowances of claims for the Disabled Veteran Tax Credit (“Credit”)
Resolution approving the recommendations of the Polk County Assessor for disallowances of claims for the Disabled Veteran Tax Credit (“Credit”)
Resolution approving the recommendations of the Polk County Assessor for allowances and disallowances of claims for the Homestead Tax Exemption (“Exemption”)
Resolution approving the recommendations of the Polk County Assessor for allowances and disallowances of claims for the Military Service Tax Exemption (“Exemption”)
Resolution approving the recommendation of the Polk County Assessor for allowance of the 65+ Homestead Tax Exemption (Exemption)
Approving 17 tax abatement applications for eligible improvements made to properties in 2024.
Approving 20 tax abatement applications for eligible improvements made to properties in 2025.
Approve 153 tax abatement applications for eligible improvements made to properties in 2026.
Levying assessments for fees, fines, penalties, costs and interest imposed in the enforcement of the Neighborhood Inspection Rental Code, Schedule No. 2026-10.
Streets, traffic and parking
Final consideration of ordinance vacating alley right-of-way adjacent to 108 E. 4th Street.
Final consideration of ordinance rezoning property at 2100 E. Army Post Road (waiver requested by applicant), requires six votes.
Final consideration of ordinance rezoning property in the vicinity of 1210 Army Post Road, (waiver requested by applicant), requires six votes.
Consideration of the Second Reading of Ordinance 26-03 - An Ordinance Amending Provisions Pertaining to Bicycle Regulations Motion by Susan Skeries to approve
The board authorized the Auditor’s Office to publish notice of public hearing on the proposed vacation of a platted woodland protection easement at 7786 NW 37th Street.
The council vacated alley and street right-of-way adjacent to 1828 Hickman Road and 1901 Francis Avenue and conveyed them to Broadlawns Medical Center.
On conveyance of portions of vacated east/west alley right-of-way located in the block north of Kirkwood Avenue and east of SW 11th Street to adjoining property owners for $300.
Approve Resolution 2026-204 approving Amendment No. 1 to the Kentucky Ridge/North 6th Street Urban Renewal Plan in the City of Indianola, State of Iowa
Resolution approving site plan [500 SE Alice’s Road]
On vacation of the east/west and north/south alley right-of-way adjacent to 108 E. 4th Street and conveyance of a portion of said alley right-of-way to Threshing Warehouse, LLC in exchange for a…
First consideration of ordinance vacating alley right-of-way adjacent to 108 E. 4th Street.
On request from Iowa Plumbing Solutions Corp. (Officer) to amend the PlanDSM Creating Our Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan to revise the future land use classification of the property from Medium Density…
First consideration of ordinance rezoning property at 2100 E. Army Post Road.
On request from Tiger Knight, LLC (Officer) to rezone two (2) parcels located in the vicinity of 1210 Army Post Road from Limited “MX3” Mixed- Use District to Limited “CX” Mixed-Use District to allow…
First consideration of ordinance rezoning property in the vicinity of 1210 Army Post Road.
On vacation of subsurface and air rights within portions of 41st Street and University Avenue right-of-way adjoining 4109 University Avenue and conveyance of a permanent easement for subsurface…
Preliminary terms of an Urban Renewal Development Agreement with 821 SE 7th Street LLC for construction of a three (3)-story, multifamily residential project at 821 SE 7th Street.
On the proposition to authorize a rental agreement with Armor Equipment Co. LLC for the rental of equipment for cleanup of scuppers on the SW 8th Street bridge, not to exceed $3,810, (10-19-26).
On the intent to commence a public improvement project to construct the East Army Post Road and Three Lakes Parkway Roundabout project and to authorize acquisition of the necessary property…
Resolution approving Agreement for Professional Services with Olsson, Inc. for traffic signal field infrastructure review
Resolution approving Release of Mortgage for 3101 50th Street, Des Moines
Approving Private Construction Contract between Alliance Paving, LLC and J. Larson Homes LLC for paving improvements in Three Lakes Estates Plat 11 located in the vicinity of SE 30th Street and…
Approving Private Construction Contract between Decarlo Corporation and Invest DSM Inc. for Drake Park Block Subdivision Public Alley - Paving Improvements located on the north side of the block…
Neighborhood Sidewalk Program.
SW 1st Street Bridge Lighting Improvements.
Amending Chapter 114 of the Municipal Code regarding Traffic Regulation Changes as follows: A. Parking Modifications Related to Changes in Downtown DART Bus Stop Locations 1. Sixth Avenue — Mulberry…
Approving Alcoholic Beverage License Applications for the following: NEW APPLICATIONS (A) 5 DE MAYO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 5118 SE 14TH ST Class C Liquor (B) IOWA CLOUDS TOBACCO & BEER 4001 SW 9TH ST…
Water, sewer and storm
Resolution approving the vacation of a portion of a Storm Sewer Easement [Lot 18, Remington Pointe Plat 4]
Resolution approving the vacation of a portion of a Surface Water Flowage and Storm Sewer Easement [Lot 23, Southfork Woods Plat 2]
On 2026 Sewer Repair Contract 2: Resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract documents, engineer’s estimate, receive and file bids, and designating lowest responsive responsible…
Purchase from Armor Equipment Co. Inc. of one (1) specialized sewer televising vehicle and related equipment pursuant to Sourcewell contract #080525- RVL as amended by City Contract #K27-015…
Approving Water Quality Initiative Urban Conservation Demonstration Projects cost-share grant contract with Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) for the Waveland Golf Course…
Accepting grant award amendment from Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) for the Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Outdoor Recreations Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program for…
Parks and recreation
On request from Katecho Real Estate, LLC (Officer) for review and approval of a 4th Amendment to the Airport Commerce Park South PUD (Planned Unit Development) Conceptual Plan regarding four (4)…
Resolution approving Pool Pavilion flooring project by Accents in Concrete, Inc
Resolution approving Grant Agreement with Trees Forever
Ratifying Acceptance of Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) grant agreement for assessing and updating the City’s tree inventory, $50,000.
Jordan Park Sprayground.
Police, fire and emergency
Resolution approving the FY2028 and FY2029 wage agreement with Public Professional and Maintenance Employees Local 2003 ( Police)
Resolution approving the FY2028 and FY2029 wage agreement with the Newton Association of Professional Fire Fighters
Purchase from Safeware, Inc. of an ICOR Explosive Ordnance Detection robot, Caliber Flex, using the Sourcewell Cooperative Agreement (#080922-SAF PS & EM) and authorizing negotiation and execution of…
Approving deletion of NAC – Emergency Assessments at 6106 SW 13th Place.
Housing and neighborhoods
The council approved the granting of Downtown Housing Grant funds for 104 1st Ave East, Newton, IA.
The council approved amendments to the HUD Home Investment Partnerships Program as authorized under the American Rescue Plan Act Allocation Plan.
The board approved the 28E Agreement with the Polk County Housing Trust Fund.
Grant application to and subsequent grant agreement, if awarded, with the Polk County Housing Trust Fund (PCHTF) for $100,000 toward owner-occupied repairs.
Grant agreements with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for funding of the City’s 2026 Action Plan, which is the second year of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan.
Authorizing the City Manager to sign Continuum of Care (CoC) grant agreements with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for funding of the fiscal year 2025 renewal projects.
Changing the subrecipient from Anawim to Polk County Behavioral Health & Disability Services (Polk Co.) and Community Support Advocates (CSA) for three Continuum of Care (CoC) grants, subject to…
Funding Agreement with the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines for funding of the Housing Solutions Alliance (HSA) operating expense and additional provision to support Primary Healthcare…
Authorizing Finance Director to draw checks on registers for the weeks of October 5 and 12, 2026; to draw checks for the bills of the Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency for the weeks of October 5…
Other
Consideration of the Third Reading of Ordinance 26-02 - An Ordinance Amending Provisions Pertaining to Fiber Optic Cable License; and to Adopt and Publish Motion by Threase Harms to approve
Approve the first consideration of an ordinance amending the Indianola Municipal Code by amending Chapter 55 (Animal Protection and Control) to provide for Trap, Neuter, Release (TNR) Program
Approve the first consideration of an ordinance amending the Indianola Municipal Code by amending Chapter 55 (Animal Protection and Control), by amending Section 55.15 (At Large Impoundment) to…