Johnston City Council Regular Council Meeting Monday, July 6, 2026

Johnston City Council Regular Council Meeting Monday, July 6, 2026 1. Participation Information A. To Participate in this Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/96939835050 (See content for additional information) 2. Opening of Meeting A. Call to Order Johnston City Council Meeting No. 26-13 Mayor Dierenfeld called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. B. Roll Call Members present Tom Cope, James Evans, Suresh Reddy C. Welcome Mayor Dierenfeld welcomed residents and guests to the meeting. D. Pledge of Allegiance Public Works Director Matt Greiner led the meeting in the Pledge. E. Agenda Approval City Administrator Mike Pogge-Weaver noted that items 7D and 7E were being removed from consideration at this meeting. Motion by Suresh Reddy, second by James Evans to Approve Agenda as noted. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Suresh Reddy 3. Public Communications A. How to Make Public Comments - Electronic Participation B. Public Comment No public comments were received. 4. Public Hearings 5. Consent Agenda A. Consider Approval of the June 15, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes B. Consider Approval of Liquor License Applications and Renewals, and Ownership Updates C. Consider Pay Request No. 4-Releasing Retainage in the Amount of $6,757.53 to TK Concrete, Inc. for the NW 54th Street Road Diet as of May 15, 2026 D. Consider Resolution No. 26-126 - Authorizing the Fire Chief to Sign a Purchasing Contract for the Purchase of Three (3) New Ambulances, as Approved by the Johnston-Grimes Metropolitan Fire District Board E. Consider the Appointment of Shannon Strickler and Elizabeth VanGundy to the Planning and Zoning Commission for Terms Ending June 30, 2031 F. Consider the Reappointment of Sydney Gangstad to the Board of Adjustment for a Term Ending June 30, 2031 G. Consider Approval of Retail Cigarette/Tobacco/Nicotine/Vapor Sales Permits for 2026-2027 H. Consider Resolution No. 26-115 - Approving Change Order No. 3 for the Little Beaver Creek Sanitary Extension Segment B I. Consider Pay Request No. 11 in the Amount of $335,082.25 to S M Hentges & Sons, Inc. for the Little Beaver Creek Sanitary Extension Segment B as of May 31, 2026 J. Consider Resolution No. 26-116 - Approving Change Order No. 3 for the Royal Park Estates Channel Repair-Phase 2 K. Consider Final Pay Request No. 9 in the Amount of $0 to JC Midwest Services, LLC for the Royal Park Estates Channel Repair Phase II as of June 30, 2026 L. Consider Resolution 26-121- To Not Remand The Variance From BOA Case No. 26-02 To The Board Of Adjustment For Reconsideration M. Consider Resolution 26-120- To Not Remand The Variance From BOA Case No. 26-06 To The Board Of Adjustment For Reconsideration N. Consider Resolution 26-119 - To Not Remand The Variance From BOA Case No. 26-05 To The Board Of Adjustment For Reconsideration O. Consider Approval of Resolution 26-110 - Setting a Public Hearing for July 20th, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. to Consider an Official Zoning Map Amendment to Rezone 18.94 Acres From AR, Agricultural Reserve District and R-1 (100) Large Lot Residential District to R-1 (75), Medium Lot Residential District P. Consider Approval of Resolution 26-111 -Setting a Public Hearing for July 20th, 2026, at 7:00 P.M to Rezone 12 acres from C-3, Regional Commercial District with Restrictions to C-3, Regional Commercial District with Restrictions, is hereby set for July 20th, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. Q. Consider Approval of Resolution 26-123 - Authorizing the Mayor to Approve a Horizontal Property Regime to Be Known as Northwest Beaver Condominiums R. Consider Requisition REQ01425 for the Purchase of Water Meters From Ferguson Waterworks in the Amount of $38,414.00 S. Consider Resolution No. 26-117- Accepting the Royal Park Estates Channel Repair-Phase II T. Consider Resolution No. 26-118 - Ordering Construction, and Fixing a Date of August 17, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. for the Public Hearing on the 2026 Beaver Creek Bank Stabilization U. Consider Resolution No. 26-125 - Approving Salary/Wage Ranges For Employees of the City of Johnston for Fiscal Year 2027 V. Consider Resolution No. 26-124 - Approving FY27 Salary Increases for Contract Employees W. Consider Resolution No. 26-121 - Approving Change Order No. 1 (FINAL) for the Johnston Sanitary Sewer Lining Improvements Pioneer Parkway Project X. Consider Pay Request #4 for the Johnston Sanitary Sewer Lining Improvements - Pioneer Parkway Project in the Amount of $24,928.11 to HK Solutions Group for Work Completed as of June 30, 2026 Y. Consider Resolution No. 26-122 - Accepting the Johnston Sanitary Sewer Lining Improvements Pioneer Parkway Project Z. Consider Requisition REQ01427 to Stivers Ford to Purchase a 2027 Ford F550 Chassis in the Amount of $58,874 AA. Receive and File Reports in Item 6 Motion by James Evans, second by Suresh Reddy to Approve Agenda as noted. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Suresh Reddy 6. Reports A. Approval of P&Z Meeting Minutes from June 8, 2026 7. Non-Consent Agenda A. Consider Approval of Resolution 26-114 - Approving the Site Plan for CAS Electric Planner Jakob Sheraden presented the item to the Council. Sheraden provided a historical overview of the zoning designations for the site. He also reviewed the bulk regulations, open space requirements, landscaping requirements, as well as the parking requirements on the site. Sheraden noted that the project complies with all architectural requirements, noting that there are overhead doors that face West Parkway, which staff would generally discourage, but advised that the proposed layout is preferred as it minimizes the potential impact to the residential properties to the east. Sheraden noted that notices of the site plan were sent to all properties within 350-feet, and that no comments had been received. Motion by Suresh Reddy, second by James Evans to approve Resolution 26-114. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Suresh Reddy B. Consider Approval of Resolution 26-113 - Approving the Site Plan for 5600 West Parkway Planner Jakob Sheraden presented the item to the Council. Sheraden provided a historical overview of the zoning designations for the site, noting that the site plan had been submitted by United Seeds, Inc. Sheraden advised that the Board of Adjustment had approved a number of variances related to this project. He noted that the BOA had approved a variance to reduce the front yard setback from 30-fett to 25-feet, as well as a variance to increase the amount of Class C material allowed on the northern elevation from 15% to 40%, as that elevation is not visible from the street. He also reviewed the remaining bulk regulations, open space requirements, landscaping requirements, as well as the parking requirements on the site. Sheraden noted that the project complies with all other architectural requirements. He did note that there is a 50-foot landscape buffer required on the site, but that the applicant is asking the Council to waive that requirement. In response to a question regarding the type of seeds United Seeds, Inc. handles, the applicant advised that they handle a large mix of seeds, but predominately grass seed. Council Member Cope inquired about the Class C materials and the allowed variance, as well as the landscape buffer. Sheraden noted that because of the location of the other building and outdoor storage, a good portion of the building is not visible. Motion by James Evans, second by Suresh Reddy to approve Resolution 26-113. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Suresh Reddy C. Consider Approval of Resolution 26-112 - Approving the Site Plan for Phi-Beal Addition Planner Jakob Sheraden presented the item to the Council, providing an overview of the site plan and project. Sheraden noted that the project complies with bulk regulation requirements. He noted that there are four existing trees exceeding 6-inch caliper which are proposed to be removed to accommodate the construction. He also reviewed the open space requirement, noting that the plan exceeds the open space requirements. He also noted that the site plan exceeds the planting requirements, and meets the parking requirements. Sheraden noted that no comments had been received from adjacent property owners. Sheraden advised that he would circulate the elevation drawings for the proposed building. Motion by Tom Cope, second by Suresh Reddy to approve Resolution 26-112. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Suresh Reddy D. *REMOVED FROM CONSIDERATION* Second Consideration of Ordinance No. 1159 - Amending the Johnston Revised Ordinances of 2007 by Repealing and Replacing Chapter 55, Pertaining to Animal Protection and Control E. *REMOVED FROM CONSIDERATION* Second Consideration of Ordinance No. 1160 - Amending the Johnston Revised Ordinances of 2007, Chapter 41, Sections 41.09 and 41.14, Pertaining to Authorized Use of Weapons and Trapping for Coyote Control Within the City of Johnston F. Consider Approval of Claims in the Amount of $1,087,182.23. Motion by James Evans, second by Suresh Reddy to Approve Claims in the Amount of $1,087,182.23. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Suresh Reddy 8. City Administrator / Staff Comments A. Comments Public Works Director Matt Greiner provided an update on the NW 62nd Avenue project and noted that once a road closure schedule had been identified, signage would go up in advance to alert drivers of the impending closure. 9. City Council Comments A. Comments Council Member Evans wished everyone a happy "new year", as the fiscal year kicked off on July 1. He also thanked staff and Council for all their work in getting through the last fiscal year. Council Member Cope commented on the Johnston High School Softball team defeating the Urbandale High School Softball team by a score of 11-0. Mayor Dierenfeld commented on the summer concert series kicking off with an amazing band and a huge crowd. 10. Closed Session A. CLOSED SESSION - Per Iowa Code §21.5.1(j): to Discuss the Purchase of Particular Real Estate Only Where Premature Disclosure Could be Reasonably Expected to Increase the Price the Governmental Body Would have to Pay for that Property. The Minutes and Tape Recording of a Session Closed Under this Paragraph Shall be Available for Public Examination when the Transaction Discussed is Completed Motion by James Evans, second by Tom Cope to Enter Into Closed Session. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Suresh Reddy The meeting entered into Closed Session at 7:30 p.m. The meeting entered into Open Session at 7:49 p.m. 11. Closing of Meeting A. Upcoming Meeting: Monday, July 20, 2026 - 6:00 p.m. Joint Session with JCSD (Work Session) and 7:00 p.m. Council Meeting B. Meeting Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. _________________________ Paula S. Dierenfeld, Mayor Attest: ___________________________ Cyndee Rhames, City Clerk July 13 2026 LIOW0553958