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SUMMARY OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE AMES CITY
COUNCIL
AMES, IOWA A PRIL 8, 2025
The Regular Meeting of the Ames City Council was called to order by Mayor John Haila at 6:00
p.m. on the 8th day of April 2025, in the City Council Chambers in City Hall, 515 Clark Avenue,
pursuant to law. Present were City Council Members Bronwyn Beatty-Hansen, Gloria Betcher, Tim
Gartin, Rachel Junck, and Anita Rollins. Ex officio Emily Boland and Council Member Amber
Corrieri joined the meeting telephonically.
PROCLAMATION FOR "NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK," APRIL 6-12, 2025: Mayor Haila
presented the proclamation to Ames Public Library Director Sheila Schofer and members of the
Ames Public Library Board of Trustees. Director Schofer thanked Mayor Haila and City Council for
their support and encouraged the community to come visit the Library to utilize all the resources that
are offered.
PROCLAMATION FOR "FAIR HOUSING MONTH," APRIL 2025: Mayor Haila presented
the proclamation to Housing Coordinator Vanessa Baker-Latimer, Beth Skluzacek of the Central
Iowa Board of Realtors, and Ames Human Relations Commission (AHRC) members Annabella
Marquez and Shawn Kenny. Coordinator Baker-Latimer invited the community to attend a screening
of “Divisible” to learn about the impacts of redlining. A panel discussion and free lunch would take
place after the screening.
PRESENTATION OF "A HOME FOR EVERYONE" AWARD BY AMES HUMAN
RELATIONS COMMISSION: Annabella Marquez, Vice Chair of AHRC, presented the award to
Kathy Pinkerton of The Salvation Army and thanked her for her service with the most vulnerable in
the community.
CONSENT AGENDA: Moved by Betcher, seconded by Beatty-Hansen, to approve the consent
agenda.
4. Motion approving payment of claims
5. Motion approving Summary of Minutes of Regular City Council Meeting on March 25, 2025
6. Motion approving Report of Change Orders for period of March 16-31, 2025
7. Motion approving Civil Service Candidates
8. Motion approving Temporary Outdoor Service for Class C Liquor License with Outdoor
Service - Sips and Paddys, 126 Welch Avenue on May 8 - May 12, 2025, Pending Dramshop
Review
9. Motion approving new 5-Day (April 21 - April 25, 2025) Class C Retail Alcohol License -
Apres Bar Co., 2321 North Loop Drive
10. RESOLUTION NO. 25-132 approving appointments to various Boards and Commissions
11. RESOLUTION NO. 25-133 approving Climate Smart Communities Initiative Grant
application submittal
12. RESOLUTION NO. 25-134 approving exception to Section 22.32(c)(2)(v) to allow alcohol
service in Sidewalk Cafe at Della Viti, 323 Main Street, Suite 102
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13. RESOLUTION NO. 25-135 repealing Resolution No. 17-097 therefore dissolving the Campus
& Community Commission
14. Requests from Ames Public Library for Ames Bike Fair on May 31, 2025:
a. Motion approving a blanket Temporary Obstruction Permit
b. RESOLUTION NO. 25-136 approving closure of Douglas Avenue from 5th Street to 6th
Street from 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
c. RESOLUTION NO. 25-137 approving suspension of parking enforcement on Douglas
Avenue from 5th Street to 6th Street from 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
d. RESOLUTION NO. 25-138 approving/motion denying request to waive fees for parking
meters on Douglas Avenue from 5th Street to 6th
15. RESOLUTION NO. 25-139 in support of the 2025 Central Iowa Waste Management
Association Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan Update
16. RESOLUTION NO. 25-140 approving preliminary plans and specifications for 2024/25
Accessibility Enhancement Program Setting May 7, 2025, as the bid due date and May 13,
2025 as the date of Public Hearing
17. RESOLUTION NO. 25-141 Setting April 22, 2025, as the date of public hearing to consider
adoption of Fiscal Year 2024/25 Adjusted Budget and Fiscal Year 2025/26 Budget
18. RESOLUTION NO. 25-142 approving the Iowa Department of Natural Resources Water
Resource Restoration Sponsored Project Performance Agreement for the Ioway Creek-
Brookside Stream Restoration Project
19. RESOLUTION NO. 25-143 approving Professional Services Agreement with WHKS & Co.
of Ames, Iowa for the 2022/23 Bridge Rehabilitation Program (S. 4th Street Pedestrian Bridge
over Ioway Creek) in an amount not to exceed $84,800
20. Airport Airside Improvements (Runway 01/19 Reconstruction):
a. RESOLUTION NO. 25-144 approving Professional Services Agreement with Bolton &
Menk, of Ames, Iowa, in an amount not to exceed $1,196,600, contingent on FAA grant
funding
b. RESOLUTION NO. 25-145 approving a grant application for Federal Funds from the
FAA
21. RESOLUTION NO. 25-146 approving contract renewal with Wulfekuhle Injection &
Pumping, of Peosta, IA, for Cell Maintenance Services for Electric Services (RDF ash), for the
one-year period from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, in an amount not-to-exceed
$200,000
22. RESOLUTION NO. 25-147 approving contract renewal with Earth Services & Abatement for
Asbestos Remediation and Related Services and Supply Contract at the Power Plant for the
one-year period from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, in an amount not-to-exceed
$200,000
23. RESOLUTION NO. 25-148 approving a contract renewal with Apache Industrial, of La Vista,
NE, for the Scaffolding and Related Services and Supply Contract at the Power Plant for July
1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, in an amount not-to-exceed $140,000
24. RESOLUTION NO. 25-149 approving contract renewal with TEI Construction Services Inc.,
of Duncan, SC, for Boiler Maintenance Services Contract for Power Plant for the one -year
period from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, in an amount not-to-exceed $350,000
25. RESOLUTION NO. 25-150 approving contract renewal with HTH Companies, Inc., of Union,
MO, for Specialized Wet Dry Vacuum, Hydro Blast, and Related Cleaning Services for the
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Power Plant for the one-year period from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, in an amount
not-to-exceed $200,000
26. RESOLUTION NO. 25-151 awarding contract to WESCO Distribution of Des Moines, Iowa
for the purchase of primary cable for Electric Services in the amount not to exceed $133,677.78
27. RESOLUTION NO. 25-152 awarding contract to Conco Services LLC, of Vernova, PA, for
Unit 7 condenser tube cleaning and eddy current testing at the Power Plant, in the amount not
to exceed $51,285.76
28. RESOLUTION NO. 25-153 awarding year three of a contract to Eide Bailly, LLP, of Dubuque,
Iowa, in the amount of $80,000 to professionally audit the City’s financial statements for FY
ending June 30, 2025
29. RESOLUTION NO. 25-154 approving contract and bond for the 2024/25 Intelligent
Transportation System Program (Phase 4) with Van Maanen Electric, Inc., of Newton, Iowa,
in the amount of $2,200,000
30. RESOLUTION NO. 25-155 approving proposed Change Orders and establish a new contract
amount of $2,052,362.58 to New Flyer of America Inc. of St. Cloud Minnesota for two 60'
Articulated Buses
31. RESOLUTION NO. 25-156 approving Change Order No.1 for Waste Disposal Operations at
the Boone County Landfill in the amount of $306,603
32. RESOLUTION NO. 25-157 approving Change Order No. 1 to S.M. Hentges and Sons, Inc., of
Jordan, MN, in the amount of $167,994 for the 2023/24 Ames Plan 2040 Sanitary Sewer Utility
Infrastructure Project (265th Street Extension)
33. Declaration of Intent to Reimburse Expenses Associated with the Construction of the Resource
Recovery and Recycling Campus Project
a. RESOLUTION NO. 25-158 allowing the City to incur expenses with the potential for
future reimbursement through a bond issuance
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Motions/Resolutions declared carried/adopted unanimously, signed by the
Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these Minutes.
PUBLIC FORUM: Mayor Haila opened and closed the Public Forum when no one came forward
to speak.
ACCEPTANCE OF "DOWNTOWN AMES: A GUIDING VISION FOR THE FUTURE"
DOCUMENT: Assistant City Manager Brian Phillips and Director of Planning and Housing Kelly
Diekmann gave a brief history of the item and offered suggestions for the formation of a task force
to address implementation.
Mayor Haila opened Public Input.
Travis Toliver, Executive Director of Ames Main Street, shared his excitement to work with the city
to provide feedback on next steps for the project.
Ellyn Grimm, President of the Ames Main Street Board, encouraged the City Council to continue
investing in Downtown, citing its importance to the community.
Mayor Haila closed the Public Input when no one else came forward to speak.
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Moved by Beatty-Hansen, seconded by Rollins, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 25-159 accepting
"Downtown Ames: A Guiding Vision for the Future" document and request Ames Main Street to
convene an Implementation Task Force to review and prioritize suggested tasks contained within
the Guiding Document.
Vote on Motion: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these Minutes.
NAMING OF THE MINI-PITCH AT LLOYD KURTZ PARK: Director of Parks and
Recreation Keith Abraham shared the support of staff and the Parks and Recreation Commission for
the proposed naming of the mini-pitch as “The Friedrich Pitch.”
Mayor Haila opened and closed the Public Input when no one came forward to speak.
Moved by Gartin, seconded by Betcher, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 25-160 approving naming the
Mini-Pitch at Lloyd Kurtz Park "The Friedrich Pitch."
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these Minutes.
LIQUOR LICENSES ELIGIBLE FOR RENEWAL: Chief of Police Geoff Huff detailed the
supporting evidence from the Ames Police Department for the approval and denial of the eligible
licenses. He cited a letter detailing action taken on behalf of the Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division
(ABD) to deny the renewal of Perfect Games.
Mayor Haila opened the Public Input.
Kelly Palmer, Manager of Perfect Games, requested the City Council table action on the license for
Perfect Games until the appeal process through ABD had been completed.
Mayor Haila closed the Public Input when no one else came forward to speak.
Moved by Beatty-Hansen, seconded by Gartin, to deny the renewal of Perfect Games Inc., 1320
Dickinson Avenue, Class C Retail Alcohol License with Catering Privilege and Outdoor Service,
Pending Dramshop Review.
Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
Moved by Beatty-Hansen, seconded by Rollins, to approve the following liquor licenses eligible for
renewal:
a. Provisions Lot F, 2400 North Loop Dr., Class C Retail Alcohol License with Catering
Privilege and Outdoor Service, Pending Dramshop Review
b. Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh #2, 636 Lincoln Way, Class E Retail Alcohol License
c. Cyclone Experience Network - Hilton Coliseum, Class C Retail Alcohol License with
Catering Privilege and Outdoor Service
Vote on Motion: 6-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
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IMMEDIATE TOWING OF ILLEGALLY PARKED VEHICLES: Chief Huff presented the
request for authorization of immediate towing to address increased safety concerns for the dates
requested.
Moved by Betcher, seconded by Beatty-Hansen, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 25-161 authorizing
immediate towing of illegally parked vehicles on Saturday, August 23, 2025.
Roll Call Vote: 6-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these Minutes.
Council Member Corrieri left the meeting.
ENHANCED PENALTIES FOR NUISANCE PARTY VIOLATIONS: Chief Huff shared the
safety risks of large nuisance parties and the process of the City for issuing citations.
Moved by Gartin, seconded by Rollins, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 25-162 authorizing enhanced
penalties for nuisance party violations beginning at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 22 and ending at
4:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 24, 2025.
Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these Minutes.
STAFF PRESENTATION ON FY 2025/26 WATER AND SEWER RATES: Director of Water
and Pollution Control John Dunn presented proposed increases for water and sewer rates, the impact
to customers, and the strategy of the new rate structure.
HEARING ON 2023/24 CDBG INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM (N RUSSELL AVENUE -
N 2ND STREET TO N 4TH STREET): Mayor Haila opened and closed the Public Hearing when
no one came forward to speak.
Moved by Betcher, seconded by Junck, to accept report of bids.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
Moved by Betcher, seconded by Junck, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 25-163 approving final plans
and specification and awarding a contract to Iowa Water & Waste Systems of Boone, Iowa, in the
amount of $346,858.50.
Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these Minutes.
HEARING ON 2019/24 LOW POINT DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS: Mayor Haila opened
and closed the Public Hearing when no one came forward to speak.
Moved by Junck, seconded by Betcher, to accept report of bids.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
Moved by Rollins, seconded by Gartin, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 25-164 approving final plans
and specification and awarding a contract to Iowa Water and Waste Systems of Boone, Iowa in the
amount of $523,245.20.
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Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these Minutes.
HEARING ON 2024/25 PAVEMENT RESTORATION - SLURRY SEAL PROGRAM: Mayor
Haila opened and closed the Public Hearing when no one came forward to speak.
Moved by Betcher, seconded by Junck, to accept report of bids.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
Moved by Betcher, seconded by Junck, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 25-165 approving final plans
and specifications and awarding a contract to Fort Dodge Asphalt Company of Fort Dodge, IA, in
the amount of $231,228.20.
Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby
made a portion of these Minutes.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CARBON
MONOXIDE ALARMS IN RENTAL PROPERTIES: Fire Chief Rich Higgins and Building
Official Sara Van Meeteren presented the proposed language of the ordinance.
Mayor Haila opened and closed the Public Hearing when no one came forward to speak.
Moved by Betcher, seconded by Rollins, to add clarification that Section 5(c) governs “existing
building constructed prior to July 1, 2018.”
Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
Moved by Gartin, seconded by Junck, to add an effective date of July 1, 2025.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
Moved by Junck, seconded by Gartin, to pass on first reading an Ordinance adopting regulations for
carbon monoxide alarms in rental properties.
Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE ASSIGNING ANNEXED AREAS TO WARDS AND
PRECINCTS (SECOND AND THIRD READINGS AND ADOPTION REQUESTED): City
Attorney Mark Lambert provided context to the City Council of the events necessitating the
requested action.
Mayor Haila opened and closed the Public Hearing when no one came forward to speak.
Moved by Beatty-Hansen, seconded by Gartin, to pass on first reading an Ordinance assigning
annexed areas to Wards and Precincts.
Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
Moved by Beatty-Hansen, seconded by Betcher, to waive the rules and proceed with second and
third reading.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
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Moved by Junck, seconded by Beatty-Hansen, to pass on second reading an ordinance assigning
annexed areas to Wards and Precincts.
Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
Moved by Rollins, seconded by Junck, to pass on third reading and adopt ORDINANCE NO. 4553
assigning annexed areas to Wards and Precincts.
Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
THIRD READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 4552 RELATING TO A
ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 29 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO
CREATE TOWNHOME BUILDING TYPE STANDARDS: Moved by Betcher, seconded by
Beatty-Hansen, to pass on third reading and adopt ORDINANCE NO. 4552 relating to a Zoning
Text Amendment to Chapter 29 of the Municipal Code to Create Townhome Building Type
Standards.
Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
DISPOSITION OF COMMUNICATIONS TO COUNCIL: Mayor Halia noted that the three
dispositions were submitted by Director Diekmann. The first item to be considered was a memo on
Driveways Standards that the City Council had referred to staff.
Moved by Beatty-Hansen, seconded by Junck, to take the memo under advisement.
Motion Withdrawn.
Moved by Gartin, seconded by Beatty-Hansen, to place the topic on a future agenda.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
The Monthly Work Plan status update for the Planning and Housing Department was presented next
for information only. Then, the final memo regarding Social Service Provider Standards was
evaluated.
Moved by Beatty-Hansen, seconded by Rollins, to thank Ms. Gregory for her input, take the
information under advisement, and consider the topic for the City Council in the future.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
REPORT OF GOVERNING BODY: The Mayor and City Council Members provided
highlights from their attendance at various board and commission meetings.
COUNCIL COMMENTS: The Mayor and City Council Members reported on various events
attended, upcoming meetings, community events, and items of interest.
ADJOURNMENT: Moved by Betcher, seconded by Beatty-Hansen, to adjourn the meeting at
8:16 p.m.
Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously.
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Grace Bandstra, Deputy City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor
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Renee Hall, City Clerk