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Home My WebLink About~Master - May 26, 2026, Regular Meeting of the Ames City Council Minutes1 SUMMARY MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE AMES CITY COUNCIL AMES, IOWA MAY 26, 2026 The Regular Meeting of the Ames City Council was called to order by Mayor John Haila at 6:34 p.m. on the 26th day of May, 2026, in the City Council Chambers in City Hall, 515 Clark Avenue, pursuant to law. Present were Council Members Bronwyn Beatty-Hansen, Amber Corrieri, Tim Gartin, and Rachel Junck. Ex officio Trey Anderson was also present. Council Member Anita Rollins joined the meeting electronically. Council Member Gloria Betcher was absent. PROCLAMATION FOR "POPPY DAYS," MAY 24-25, 2026: Mayor Haila proclaimed May 24-25, 2026, as “Poppy Days”, honoring the American Legion Auxiliary's tradition of distributing poppies and raising funds to aid disabled veterans and their families. PROCLAMATION FOR "KIWANIS AKTION CLUB DAY," JUNE 2, 2026: June 2, 2026, was proclaimed “Kiwanis Aktion Club Day” by Mayor Haila, highlighting the 20th Anniversary of the club and its work providing fellowship and leadership opportunities to adults with special abilities, community service activities, and sponsorship of a Miracle League sports team. Erica Briest accepted the proclamation. CONSENT AGENDA: Council Member Beatty-Hansen requested to pull Item No. 7(g). Council Member Gartin requested to pull Item Nos. 9 and 10. Mayor Haila requested to pull Item No. 35. Moved by Corrieri, seconded by Junck, to approve the Consent Agenda less Item Nos. 7(g), 9, 10, and 35. 3. Motion approving payment of claims 4. Motion approving Report of Change Orders for period of May 1-15, 2026 5. Motion approving Summary of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting on May 12, 2026, and Special City Council Meeting on May 19, 2026 6. Motion approving Temporary License Transfer for Class C Retail Alcohol License with Outdoor Service on June 2-3, June 16-17, July 14-15, July 28-29, and August 18-19, 2026 - Stephens Auditorium at ISU 7. Motion approving the renewal of the following Alcohol Licenses: a. Board and Brush, 405 Northwestern Avenue, Special Class C Retail Alcohol License b. Green Hills Residents' Association, 2200 Hamilton Drive Ste 100, Class F Retail Alcohol License with Outdoor Service c. Levy @ Fisher Theater, 1805 Center Drive - Fisher Theater, Class C Retail Alcohol License with Catering Privilege d. Levy @ Scheman Building, 1805 Center Street - Scheman Building, Class C Retail Alcohol License with Catering Privilege e. MMDG Spirits, 126A Welch Avenue, Class E Retail Alcohol License f. Morning Bell Coffee Roasters, 111 Main Street Stes 101-103, Class C 2 Retail Alcohol License g. Wheatsfield Cooperative, 413 Northwestern Avenue, Special Class C Retail Alcohol License with Outdoor Service h. Maverik #5118, 4510 Mortensen Road, Class E Retail Alcohol License i. Maverik #5028, 203 Welch Avenue, Class E Retail Alcohol License j. Della Viti, 323 Main Street Ste 102, Class C Retail Alcohol License with Catering Privilege and Outdoor Service 8. Requests from Ames History Museum for Big Bash on July 3, 2026: a. RESOLUTION NO. 26-306 approving closure of Douglas Avenue from Main Street to 5th Street and 5th Street from Kellogg Avenue to Duff Avenue between 2:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. on July 3, 2026 9. Resolution approving Request for Funding for the Downtown Outdoor Dining Pilot Program in the amount of $10,000 10. Request for Designation of a Parklet for 2026 Sidewalk Cafe Season: a. Resolution approving parklet for Della Viti, 323 Main Street, Suite 102 b. Resolution extending the approved exception to Section 22.32(c)(2)(vi) to allow alcohol service in Sidewalk Cafe at Della Viti, 323 Main Street, Suite 102, to include adjacent Parklet c. Resolution approving parklet for Sam's Place, 125 Main Street d. Resolution approving exception to Section 22.32(c)(2)(vi) to allow alcohol service in Sidewalk Cafe including Parklet at Sam's Place, 125 Main Street 11. Workforce Housing Tax Credit (WHTC) Applications: a. RESOLUTION NO. 26-312 of support for Six Single Family Market Rate Lots located within the Baker Subdivision for a housing project by Keystone Equity Group, LLC b. RESOLUTION NO. 26-313 of support for the property located at 608 Burnett Avenue for 39 Apartments by LJREC, LLC (CityLight Apartments) 12. FY 2026/27 Contracts with Human Service Agencies (ASSET): a. RESOLUTION NO. 26-314 approving ASSET agency contracts for the 22 agencies totaling $1,797,586 b. RESOLUTION NO. 26-315 approving designation of unallocated FY 2026/27 ASSET funds in the amount of $56,002 for meeting basic needs c. RESOLUTION NO. 26-316 approving designation of unallocated FY 2026/27 ASSET funds in the amount of $36,000 for mental health d. RESOLUTION NO. 26-317 approving designation of unallocated FY 2026/27 ASSET funds in the amount of $91,843 for emergency shelter services e. RESOLUTION NO. 26-318 approving designation of unallocated FY 2026/27 ASSET funds in the amount of $100,000 for case management 13. RESOLUTION NO. 26-319 approving FY 2026/27 Commission on the Arts (COTA) Annual Grant Contracts 14. RESOLUTION NO. 26-320 approving FY 2026/27 Outside Funding Contracts 15. RESOLUTION NO. 26-321 approving request from Story County Auditor for parking waiver(s) for Election Day related parking on June 2, 2026 16. Request from City of Roland to withdraw from Resource Recovery System 28E Intergovernmental Agreement 3 a. RESOLUTION NO. 26-322 approving amendment terminating the28E Intergovernmental Agreement as of June 30, 2026 17. Request from City of McCallsburg to withdraw from Resource Recovery System 28E Intergovernmental Agreement a. RESOLUTION NO. 26-323 approving amendment terminating the28E Intergovernmental Agreement as of June 30, 2026 18. RESOLUTION NO. 26-324 approving request to allocate funding for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System Update for the Electric Services Department 19. RESOLUTION NO. 26-325 approving contract renewal to Ames Story Tree and Lawn of Ames, IA, for the Right of Way Tree Trimming and Removal Program for the one-year period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, in an amount not to exceed $85,000 20. RESOLUTION NO. 26-326 approving contract renewal to Petroleum Traders Corporation of Fort Wayne, IN, for the Electric Services Fuel Supply Contract for the one-year period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, in an amount not-to- exceed $300,000 21. RESOLUTION NO. 26-327 approving contract renewal to Tri-City Electric Company of Iowa, Davenport, IA, for the Electrical Maintenance Services Contract for Power Plant for the one-year period from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, in an amount not-to-exceed $110,000 22. RESOLUTION NO. 26-328 approving contract renewal to Delta Dental of Iowa for dental insurance administration services for the one-year period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, in the amount of $519,442 23. RESOLUTION NO. 26-329 approving contract renewal to Gallagher Benefits Services, Inc., of West Des Moines, IA, for health benefits brokerage, consulting, and actuarial valuation services for the one-year period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, in the amount of $59,000 24. RESOLUTION NO. 26-330 approving contract renewal to Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Iowa for Health Insurance Administrative Services for the one-year period of July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, in the amount of $1,970,584 25. RESOLUTION NO. 26-331 waiving the City's Purchasing Policy requirement for competitive bidding and awarding a contract to Stertil Koni, of Stevensville, MD, for the Procurement of Mobile Vehicle Lifts in the amount of $57,551.28 26. RESOLUTION NO. 26-332 awarding contract to AES Kinectrics, of Naperville, IL, for substation transformer maintenance and repair services for the Electric Department's Distribution Division in the amount of $82,475 27. RESOLUTION NO. 26-333 awarding contract to Independent Salt Company, of Kanopolis, KS, for the purchase of rock salt for the 2026/27 Snow and Ice Control Program in the amount of $243,725 28. RESOLUTION NO. 26-334 awarding contract to Rowell Chemical Corporation, of Hinsdale, IL, for the purchase of liquid sodium hypochlorite in FY 2026/27 for the Water Plant and Power Plant in the amount of $1.72 per gallon 29. RESOLUTION NO. 26-335 awarding a contract to Vincent All Seasons Enterprises, of Nevada, IA, for the Annual Street Sweeping Program for the one- year period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, in an amount not to exceed 4 $50,000 30. RESOLUTION NO. 26-336 waiving the Purchasing Policies and Procedures requirement for formal bidding procedures and awarding a five-year contract to Enverus, of Dallas, TX, for Load Forecast Software for Electric Services in the amount of $167,204.40 (inclusive of Iowa sales/use tax) 31. RESOLUTION NO. 26-337 approving Change Order No. 1 with Braun Intertec Corporation, of Urbandale, IA, for additional construction material testing at the Resource Recovery and Recycling Campus project in the amount of $3,668 32. RESOLUTION NO. 26-338 approving Change Order No. 5 with Mechanical Comfort, Inc., of Ames, IA, for the Ames Auditorium HVAC project, reducing project retainage to $40,000 33. RESOLUTION NO. 26-339 approving change in bid due date for 69kV Transmission Line Reconstruction from Top O Hollow Substation to Ames Plant Substation project from May 27, 2026, to June 10, 2026, and changing the date of Public Hearing from June 9, 2026, to June 23, 2026 34. RESOLUTION NO. 26-340 accepting completion of the 2024/25 CDBG Infrastructure Program (S Riverside Drive - S 4th Street to Lincoln Way) project by Iowa Water & Waste Systems, LLC, of Boone, IA, in the amount of $671,173.31 35. Resolution accepting completion of contract with Caliber Construction, of Adair, IA, for the Ada Hayden Heritage Park Path Replacement Project 36. RESOLUTION NO. 26-342 approving Major Final Plat for Discovery Place, Second Addition Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Motions/Resolutions declared carried/adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these Minutes. RENEWAL OF SPECIAL CLASS C RETAIL ALCOHOL LICENSE WITH OUTDOOR SERVICE FOR WHEATSFIELD COOPERATIVE, 413 NORTHWESTERN AVENUE: Council Member Beatty-Hansen noted a conflict of interest and recused herself from the vote. Moved by Junck, seconded by Corrieri, to approve the renewal of the Special Class C Retail Alcohol License with Outdoor Service for Wheatsfield Cooperative, 413 Northwestern Avenue. Vote on Motion: 4-0-1, Beatty-Hansen abstaining due to conflict of interest. Motion declared carried unanimously. REQUESTS FOR FUNDING FOR THE DOWNTOWN OUTDOOR DINING PILOT PROGRAM AND FOR DESIGNATION OF PARKLETS FOR 2026 SIDEWALK CAFE SEASON: Council Member Gartin explained that he pulled these items to highlight the Downtown Parklet Pilot Program. Assistant City Manager Brian Phillips explained that two parklets were proposed, one at Della Viti and one at Sam's Place, each occupying two parking spaces and functioning as an extension of the sidewalk for outdoor dining. Moved by Gartin, seconded by Junck, to adopt: 9. RESOLUTION NO. 26-307 approving Request for Funding for the Downtown Outdoor Dining Pilot Program in the amount of $10,000 5 10. Request for Designation of a Parklet for 2026 Sidewalk Cafe Season: a. RESOLUTION NO. 26-308 approving parklet for Della Viti, 323 Main Street, Suite 102 b. RESOLUTION NO. 26-309 extending the approved exception to Section 22.32(c)(2)(vi) to allow alcohol service in Sidewalk Cafe at Della Viti, 323 Main Street, Suite 102, to include adjacent Parklet c. RESOLUTION NO. 26-310 approving parklet for Sam's Place, 125 Main Street d. RESOLUTION NO. 26-311 approving exception to Section 22.32(c)(2)(vi) to allow alcohol service in Sidewalk Cafe including Parklet at Sam's Place, 125 Main Street Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Resolutions declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these Minutes. COMPLETION OF CONTRACT FOR THE ADA HAYDEN HERITAGE PARK PATH REPLACEMENT PROJECT: Director of Parks and Recreation Keith Abraham clarified that in addition to accepting completion of the contract with Caliber Construction, a balance change order was also required. The balance change order had been omitted from the agenda but included in the Council Action Form as part of Alternative No. 1. Moved by Corrieri, seconded by Junck, to approve Alternative No. 1, adopting RESOLUTION NO. 26-348 approving Change Order No. 3, the balancing change order, a deduction in the amount of $45,390.78 and RESOLUTION NO. 26-341 accepting completion of the contract for the Ada Hayden Heritage Park Path Replacement Project with Caliber Construction, of Adair, IA, in the total amount of $1,114,592.80. Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Resolutions declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these Minutes. PUBLIC FORUM: The Public Forum was opened by Mayor Haila. Jon Emery inquired about the projected opening date of the Daley Park Splash Pad. He also requested consideration of a no-parking zone on Wilder Boulevard north of Lincoln Way, stating that parked vehicles create a sight-line and passing hazard. Mayor Haila directed Mr. Emery to submit a specific email to the City Council identifying the affected block for consideration at a future meeting. Dylan Klein, Ames Regional Economic Alliance, extended thanks for support of the parklet program and recognized key volunteer contributors, including ABC Supply for donating materials, Iowa Home Crafters for construction assistance, and 10Fold Architecture for design services. The Public Forum was closed by Mayor Haila when no one else came forward to speak. PRESENTATION OF AMES REGIONAL ECONOMIC ALLIANCE ANNUAL REPORT: Ames Regional Economic Alliance (AREA) President and CEO Dan Culhane presented the annual report emphasizing the ongoing need for more people, housing, and daycare 6 in the area. He highlighted recent major developments, such as the Danfoss childcare facility, JT Logistics, housing projects, and contributions from AREA staff to downtown initiatives like the parklet program. IMPORTANT UPDATE TO THE PROPOSED SOLAR PROJECT AT THE AIRPORT: Assistant City Manager Phillips, alongside Electric Services Director Don Kom, provided an update on the proposed solar project at the Ames Municipal Airport. The project had been approved by the City Council the prior week through a lease option agreement with Ames Greenfield Development Company, a subsidiary of Recall Strategies. The developer had identified that the approximately 53-acre parcel on the west side of the airport, currently leased to John Deere for farm equipment testing, would be essential to project viability. Mayor Haila opened the Public Input. Eric Bergstrom, Recall Strategies, explained that a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) permitting analysis was conducted and a fleet mix database was created to identify suitable build areas. The parcel currently leased to John Deere was found to be critical to project viability due to its high FAA approval rate. Mary Richards expressed her pride in the City for adopting a climate action plan and emphasized the importance of seizing the opportunity to move forward with solar energy development. Lee Anne Willson, Ames Climate Action Team, questioned the consequences of not proceeding with the solar project, raising concerns about how long it might take to achieve solar energy goals if the project were not completed. Karen Murphy mentioned her commitment to promoting sustainability for the sake of future generations and urged the City Council to seek a compromise that would allow both John Deere's operations and the solar array project to coexist. Caitlin Leon, Ames Climate Action Team, highlighted the importance of the solar project in meeting the goals of Ames Climate Action Plan. She suggested that there might not be another opportunity to secure federal tax credits and urged prioritization of the solar project over private business interests. Jeri Neal, Ames Climate Action Team, urged the City Council to adapt land use planning to address climate change infrastructure risks and prioritize renewable energy for widespread household benefits over general aviation impacts. The Public Input was closed by Mayor Haila when no one else came forward to speak. Moved by Gartin, seconded by Corrieri, to approve Option No. 4: Discontinue further consideration of the project. Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. 7 2025/26 MULTI-MODAL ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS (WILDER BOULEVARD - MINI ROUNDABOUT CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT): Civil Engineer II Mark Gansen, alongside Public Works Director Justin Clausen and Traffic Engineering Manager Damion Pregitzer, presented the results of the preliminary design process and public outreach for the proposed mini roundabout corridor improvement on Wilder Boulevard. The Public Input was opened by Mayor Haila. Jon Emery spoke in opposition to the mini roundabouts and suggested enhanced stop signage and flashing solar signals as a lower-cost alternative. Tanya Goodenow stated she was not yet decided on the roundabouts but confirmed from firsthand observation that vehicles frequently do not stop at the existing stop signs and urged continued attention to safety. Beth McPhail requested the roundabout project be shelved and expressed concerns about access from her cul-de-sac. Mayor Haila closed the Public Input when no one else came forward to speak. Moved by Gartin, seconded by Corrieri, to approve Alternative No. 2: Delay the project to allow additional community familiarity with mini roundabouts through implementation at other locations in Ames, and reprogram the funds for other multi-modal improvements. Vote on Motion: 4-1, Beatty-Hansen dissenting. Motion declared carried. Moved by Junck, seconded by Corrieri, to direct staff to complete a speed study of the corridor one year after the opening of the Daley Park Splash Pad and to place the item on a future agenda. Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. HEARING ON REZONING OF THE PARCEL AT 5120 TABOR DRIVE FROM “A” (AGRICULTURAL) AND “FS-RL” (FLOATING SUBURBAN - RESIDENTIAL LOW DENSITY) TO “FS-RL” (FLOATING SUBURBAN - RESIDENTIAL LOW DENSITY) WITH A MASTER PLAN: Planning and Housing Director Kelly Diekmann noted prior to the presentation that a petition of protest against the rezoning had been received and verified by staff, meaning that a unanimous vote of the five Council Members present would be required for approval. Planner Benjamin Campbell presented the rezoning request for an approximately 1.95- acre parcel at 5120 Tabor Drive from Agricultural ("A") and a partial "FS-RL" designation to entirely "FS-RL" (Floating Suburban – Residential Low Density) with a Master Plan designating between 7 and 9 residential units. Mayor Haila opened the Public Hearing. Keith Arnesen, Pinnacle Properties, highlighted that the project aligned with the objectives 8 of the City Council to increase housing, reduce sprawl, and efficiently use existing infrastructure. Jonathan Claussen presented slides documenting woodland, a man-made pond, prairie areas, and observed wildlife and called for a hydrological study prior to any development decision. Trevor Huey described the personal value of the adjacent natural land for his family and expressed concern about wildlife habitat loss. Mayra Mendoza spoke to the community value of preserving green space and small-town character. Jill Baier raised concerns about child pedestrian safety given the narrow width of Tabor Drive and the likelihood of increased street parking with additional homes. The Public Hearing was closed by Mayor Haila when no one else came forward to speak. Moved by Junck, seconded by Beatty-Hansen, to pass on first reading an ordinance rezoning the property at 5120 Tabor Drive from "A" (Agricultural) and "FS-RL" (Floating Suburban - Residential Low Density) to "FS-RL" (Floating Suburban - Residential Low Density) with a Master Plan, subject to updates to the Master Plan noting review of future open space and minimum density requirements and zoning agreement prior to third reading. Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. The meeting was recessed by Mayor Haila at 8:50 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 8:56 p.m. RUNWAY 01/19 RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT AT JAMES HERMAN BANNING AMES MUNICIPAL AIRPORT UPDATE: Traffic Engineering Manager Pregitzer, alongside Director Clausen, provided an informational update on the planned reconstruction of the main runway at the Ames Municipal Airport. The existing runway, which was in a deteriorated state and rated to support aircrafts up to approximately 38,000 pounds, was planned to be replaced with a new pavement structure rated to accommodate approximately 170,000 pounds. HEARING ON PROPERTY REZONING FOR 3299, 3312, 3699 EAST 13TH STREET AND 1699 570TH AVENUE FROM "PRC" (PLANNED REGIONAL COMMERCIAL) WITH "O-GNE" (NORTHEAST GATEWAY OVERLAY) WITH A CONTRACT ZONING AGREEMENT TO ONLY "PRC" (PLANNED REGIONAL COMMERCIAL) WITH "O- GNE" (NORTHEAST GATEWAY OVERLAY) THEREBY REMOVING THE CONTRACT ZONING AGREEMENT: The Public Hearing was opened and closed by Mayor Haila when no one came forward to speak. Moved by Corrieri, seconded by Junck, to pass on first reading an ordinance rezoning the 9 properties located at 3299, 3312, 3699 East 13th Street and 1699 570th Avenue from “PRC” (Planned Regional Commercial) with the O-GNE (Northeast Gateway Overlay) and approve a Contract Rezoning Agreement to “PRC” (Planned Regional Commercial) with the O GNE (Northeast Gateway Overlay), thereby removing the Contract Rezoning Agreement. Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. Moved by Corrieri, seconded by Gartin, to adopt RESOLUTION 26-343 rescinding the Master Plan approval. Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these Minutes. HEARING ON FINAL AMENDMENT TO FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 BUDGET: Finance Director Corey Goodenow and Budget Manager Nancy Masteller were present to answer any questions. Mayor Haila opened and closed the Public Hearing when no one came forward to speak. Moved by Corrieri, seconded by Gartin, to adopt RESOLUTION 26-344 approving amendment to current budget for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2026. Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these Minutes. HEARING ON PROPOSAL TO ENTER INTO A GENERAL OBLIGATION SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL LOAN AGREEMENT: Director Goodenow, alongside Budget Manager Masteller, explained that rather than a traditional general obligation bond issuance, the City would use bond anticipation notes throughout the duration of the Resource Recovery and Recycling Campus project. This approach would defer debt service by approximately two years, allowing the City to evaluate the operational revenue of the facility before committing to long-term financing. The Public Hearing was opened and closed by Mayor Haila when no one came forward to speak. Moved by Gartin, seconded by Beatty-Hansen, to adopt RESOLUTION 26-345 taking additional action on proposal to enter into a General Obligation Solid Waste Disposal Loan Agreement, authorizing the use of a Term Sheet, and setting date for the private placement of a General Obligation Solid Waste Disposal Bond Anticipation Note. Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these Minutes. HEARING ON 2025/26 WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (BARR DRIVE, DOUGLAS AVENUE – 16TH STREET TO O'NEIL DRIVE, AND 17TH STREET - DOUGLAS AVENUE TO DEAD END): Mayor Haila opened and closed the Public Hearing when no one came forward to speak. 10 Moved by Junck, seconded by Corrieri, to accept the report of bids. Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. Moved by Gartin, seconded by Corrieri, to adopt RESOLUTION 26-346 approving final plans and specifications and awarding a contract to Iowa Water & Waste Systems, of Boone, IA, in the amount of $881,271.90. Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these Minutes. HEARING ON APPROVAL OF A PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR THE SALE OF SIX SINGLE-FAMILY MARKET RATE LOTS IN THE BAKER SUBDIVISION LOCATED AT 232, 312 S WILMOTH, AND 3201, 3213, 241, 3249 LATIMER LANE: Mayor Haila opened and closed the Public Hearing when no one came forward to speak. Moved by Corrieri, seconded by Junck, to adopt RESOLUTION 26-347 approving Purchase Agreement with Keystone Equity Group, LLC. Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Resolution declared adopted unanimously, signed by the Mayor, and hereby made a portion of these Minutes. HEARING ON PROPOSITION OF ENTERING INTO PRAIRIEVIEW INDUSTRIAL SUBSTATION LINE TAP CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT AND A TRANSMISSION FACILITY JOINT OWNERSHIP AGREEMENT BETWEEN ITC MIDWEST, LLC AND ENTERING INTO A TRANSMISSION INTERCONNECTION AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG ITC MIDWEST, LLC, THE CITY OF AMES AND MIDCONTINENT INDEPENDENT SYSTEM OPERATOR (CONTINUED FROM MAY 12, 2026): Mayor Haila noted a request to continue the Public Hearing to June 9, 2026. Director Kom was present to answer any questions. The Public Hearing was opened by Mayor Haila. No one came forward to speak. Moved by Gartin, seconded by Junck, to continue Public Hearing to June 9, 2026. Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. THIRD READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 4595 AMENDING CHAPTER 28 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 28.201 TO INCREASE WATER RATES BY 3.5% AND SECTION 28.304 TO INCREASE SANITARY SEWER RATES BY 5.5% FOR CHARGES TO BE BILLED ON OR AFTER JULY 1, 2026: Moved by Beatty-Hansen, seconded by Corrieri, to pass on third reading and adopt ORDINANCE NO. 4595 amending Chapter 28 of the Municipal Code Section 28.201 to increase water rates by 3.5% and Section 28.304 to increase sanitary sewer rates by 5.5% for charges to be billed on or after July 1, 2026. Roll Call Vote: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. DISPOSITION OF COMMUNICATIONS TO COUNCIL: Mayor Haila noted that there were seven items for consideration. The first item was a request for formal adoption of the City’s Pollinator Plan from Lisa Kuehl. 11 Moved by Beatty-Hansen, seconded by Corrieri, to refer to staff for a memo. Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. A concern regarding residential development on Ontario Street from John Burnett was the second item. The item was noted to be for information only and no action was taken. The third item was a memo regarding Annual Appropriation Clauses for Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Agreements from City Attorney Mark Lambert. This item was noted to be for information only. A proposal for speed bumps on Northwestern Avenue from Kathy Kiesling was the fourth item. Moved by Beatty-Hansen, seconded by Corrieri, to thank the sender for their feedback. Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. The fifth item was a letter regarding the 2026 Ames/Story County Juneteenth Celebration from Ames NAACP Branch President Ericka Eregbu. Moved by Beatty-Hansen, seconded by Corrieri, to direct the City Manager to take action on the item. Vote on Motion: 4-0-1, Rollins abstaining due to conflict of interest. Motion declared carried. A concern regarding Ada Hayden Park Rules from Kathy Ridnour was the sixth item. Moved by Gartin, seconded by Beatty-Hansen, to share the information with the Parks and Recreation Commission and staff. Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. The final item was a letter from Ames Climate Action Team regarding the Solar Farm. Mayor Haila noted that this item had been addressed earlier in the meeting. REPORT OF GOVERNING BODY: The Members of the City Council and Mayor 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 Corrieri, seconded by Beatty-Hansen, to adjourn the meeting at 9:31 p.m. Vote on Motion: 5-0. Motion declared carried unanimously. 12 ______________________________ ______________________________ Taylor Swanson, Deputy City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor ______________________________ Renee Hall, City Clerk