Johnston City Council Regular Council Meeting Monday, May 4, 2026

Johnston City Council Regular Council Meeting Monday, May 4, 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 Meeting No. 26-09 Mayor Dierenfeld called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. B. Roll Call Members present Tom Cope, James Evans, Rhonda Martin, Suresh Reddy, Bryan Burkhardt C. Welcome Mayor Dierenfeld welcomed residents and guests to the meeting. D. Pledge of Allegiance Police Officers Angle, Hazelbaker, and Salinas led the meeting in the Pledge. E. Agenda Approval City Administrator Mike Pogge-Weaver noted that items 5D and 5H were being removed from consideration and that there the date correct date in item 5X, is May 18. Motion by Rhonda Martin, second by James Evans to approve the agenda as noted. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Rhonda Martin, Suresh Reddy, Bryan Burkhardt 3. Public Communications A. How to Make Public Comments - Electronic Participation B. Public Comment No public comments were received. C. Proclaiming May 11-May 16, 2026 as National Police Week in Johnston, Iowa Mayor Dierenfeld read and presented the proclamation to Chief of Police Dennis McDaniel. D. Oath of Office for Three New Johnston Police Officers Following brief introductions by Chief McDaniel, Mayor Dierenfeld administered the Oaths to the new Police Officers E. Proclamation for National Foster Care Month Mayor Dierenfeld read and presented the proclamation to the requesting attendees. 4. Public Hearings None 5. Consent Agenda A. Consider Approval of the April 20, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes B. Consider Approval of the April 20, 2026 Work Session Minutes C. Consider Amendment to Agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. for the Streetscape Beautification Framework Plan D. *REMOVED FROM CONSIDERATION* E. Consider Requisition REQ01312 to MES Service Company, LLC in the amount of $37,496.00 to purchase four (4) SCBA's for the fire district F. Consider Resolution 26-76 - Initiating an Official Zoning Map Amendment to Rezone 12 Acres From C-3, Regional Commercial District to C-3, Regional Commercial District With Restrictions G. Consider Pay Request No. 11 in the Amount of $19,442.59 to InRoads LLC for Work Completed on the 78th Ave Trail as of April 19, 2026 H. *REMOVED FROM CONSIDERATION* I. Consider Requisition No. REQ01315 in the Amount of $41,672.86 for Replacement Gym Equipment at the Public Safety Building J. Consider Authorization for the Police Chief to Sign a One-Year Extension w/Changes to the Current HVAC Maintenance Contract K. Consider Approval for Out of State Travel for JGMFD Chief Officer to Attend an Accreditation Site Visit in New Bern, North Carolina, May 31-June 4, 2026 L. Consider Change Order #1 in the Amount of $246,633.24 for additional trail work in the Foxboro/Green Meadows West Area M. Consider Pay Request No. 3 for retainage in the Amount of $8,948.05 to Caliber Concrete LLC for completion of the Lew Clarkson Dugouts and accept project completion N. Consider Resolution No. 26-77 - A Resolution Approving Change Order No. 6 for the NW 100th Street & NW 78th Avenue Improvements O. Consider Pay Request No.13 in the Amount of $33,992.48 to InRoads LLC for the NW 100th Street & NW 78th Avenue Improvements NW 70th Avenue to Hidden Valley Drive as of April 19, 2026 P. Consider Amendment to Agreement with FOTH Infrastructure & Environment, LLC. for the NW 62nd Avenue Improvements - NW 54th Court to NW Beaver Drive to Include Final Assessment Services. Q. Consider Out-of-State Travel Authorization for Public Works Director to Attend the National Public Works Expo in Houston, Texas August 30-September 2, 2026 R. Consider Requisition No. REQ01325 in the Amount of $10,032.10 to Hawkins Inc. to Purchase AquaHawk HSX to Refill the Chemical Tanks at the NW 78th Ave Odor Control Station S. Consider Resolution No. 26-78 A Resolution Fixing Date for Hearing on Pitch Parkway Right-of-Way Acquistion by Eminent Domain and Authorizing Final Offer and 14-Day Notice T. Consider Requisition No. REQ01326 in the amount of $16,684.37 to RD McKinney Plumbing & Excavating Inc. to repair water leak at 8000 block of NW 62nd Ave U. Consider Resolution No. 26-79 -Approving Private Fire Hydrant Maintenance Agreement between the City and West Prairie Townhomes Owners Association, Inc. V. Consider Motion to Approve Contract with HD On The Go Big Screen, LLC for LED Movie Screen Rental for 2026 Movies On The Yard W. Consider Approval of Retail Cigarette/Tobacco/Nicotine/Vapor Sales Permits for 2025-2026 X. Consider Setting a Public Hearing for May 18, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. to Amend the Budget for the Year Ending June 30, 2026 Y. Consider Approval to Authorize Mayor and Finance Director to execute the terms of engagement with Bohnsack & Frommelt LLP for the 2025-2026 Financial Audit Z. Consider Approval of a Fireworks Permit for Hyperion Field Club, 7390 NW Beaver Drive AA. Receive and File Reports in Item 6 Motion by Rhonda Martin, second by James Evans to approve the Consent Agenda. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Rhonda Martin, Suresh Reddy, Bryan Burkhardt 6. Reports A. Johnston Police Department 2026 - Quarter 1 Activity Report B. Parks Staff Report 7. Non-Consent Agenda A. Consider Approval of Claims in the Amount of $1,799,420.21. Motion by Bryan Burkhardt, second by James Evans to approve claims in the amount of $1,799,420.21 Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Rhonda Martin, Suresh Reddy, Bryan Burkhardt 8. City Administrator / Staff Comments A. Comments City Administrator Mike Pogge-Weaver noted that the meeting with Ellipsis held on May 2 was great and that Ellipsis has offered to arrange meetings a few times a year with the neighbors and the Council to hear what they have to say, give updates, and share any concerns. Public Works Director Matt Greiner noted that there would be a public meeting for the Zone 3 sidewalk project, which includes Northglenn and Johnston Commons neighborhoods, on May 14 at 5:30 p.m. He also noted that a public meeting on the NW 62nd Avenue project would be held on May 21 at 5:30 p.m. 9. City Council Comments A. Comments Council Member Cope noted that graduation season has led to a number of people getting the opportunity to experience Crown Point, and that while hosting a graduation party there, he'd received a lot of wonderful comments on the facility. He also commented on the success of that project and a great investment in the community. Mayor Dierenfeld echoed those remarks and pointed out the need in the community for those kinds of spaces, and noted that during Kites on the Green there were also graduation parties occurring at the Simpson Barn. Council Member Burkhardt noted that while the Council recognizes various "weeks", he wanted to point out that it is Educator Appreciation Week, and thanked not only the teachers, administrators, and staff who serve in Johnston, but also those residents who serve in other districts. Burkhardt also advised that there no current water restrictions put forth by CIWW, but that as temperatures begin to heat up and more folks irrigate, CIWW will be hard pressed to keep up with the water that can be treated and provided. He noted that CIWW is doing everything in their power to make sure that unnecessary restrictions aren't put in place, and that this is a metro-wide partnership, so any restrictions aren't just Johnston specific. He also encouraged residents not to water if they don't need to. Mayor Dierenfeld commented on another successful Kites on the Green event, and thanked everyone who helped organize and run the event. She estimated that there were nearly 6000 people in attendance at this year's event. She also thanked all the volunteers, and sponsors who contributed to this very successful event that seems to be increasing in popularity. 10. Closing of Meeting A. Upcoming Meeting: Monday, May 18, 2026 - 6:00 p.m. Work Session and 7:00 p.m. Council Meeting B. Meeting Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m. _________________________ Paula S. Dierenfeld, Mayor Attest: ___________________________ Cyndee Rhames, City Clerk May 14 2026 LIOW0517526