Johnston City Council Work Session Monday, March 2, 2026

Johnston City Council Work Session Monday, March 2, 2026 1. Participation Information Procedural: A. To Participate in this Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81312549765 (See content for additional information) 2. Opening of Meeting A. Call to Order B. Roll Call Tom Cope, James Evans, Rhonda Martin, Suresh Reddy, Bryan Burkhardt Council Member Cope arrived at 5:56 p.m. 3. Discussion Items A. Trail Master Plan Review - 40 minutes Parks and Recreation Director Geoff Hubbard introduced Jody Rader of HKGI who presented an overview of the draft Trail Master Plan and outlined next steps in the process. The Council thanked Rader for her time and effort on this project. B. CLOSED SESSION- Pursuant to Iowa Code section 21.5(1)(c) to Discuss Strategy with Counsel in Matters that are Presently in Litigation or Where Litigation is Imminent Where its Disclosure Would be Likely to Prejudice or Disadvantage the Position of the Governmental Body in that Litigation Motion by James Evans, second by Suresh Reddy to enter into Closed Session. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Rhonda Martin, Suresh Reddy, Bryan Burkhardt The meeting entered into Closed Session at 6:03 p.m. The meeting entered into Open Session at 6:25 p.m. C. 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 Rhonda Martin to enter into Closed Session. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Rhonda Martin, Suresh Reddy, Bryan Burkhardt The meeting entered into Closed Session at 6:26 p.m. The meeting entered into Open Session at 6:42 p.m. D. City Administrator/Staff Comments As there was time remaining, this item was covered during the Work Session instead of the Regular meeting. City Administrator Mike Pogge-Weaver reminded the Council that the next meeting would be on March 23, as the March 16 meeting was rescheduled due to Spring Break conflicts. E. City Council Comments As there was time remaining, this item was covered during the Work Session instead of the Regular meeting. Council Member Cope talked about the Iowa Public Television (IPTV) Legislative Breakfast, noting that he had a chance to speak with IPTV Executive Director Andrew Batt, who is also a Johnston resident and serves on the Park Board. He also talked about an upcoming documentary from IPTV about General Dodge, namesake of Camp Dodge. Council Member Martin talked about the vibrancy and involvement of the members of the Park Board. Mayor Dierenfeld talked about the appreciation expressed in relation to the Kosovo Independence celebrations held in February, including a visit in Johnston with the Deputy Foreign Minister, and an event held at the World Food Prize building. 4. Closing of Meeting A. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 6:48 p.m. _________________________ Paula S. Dierenfeld, Mayor Attest: ___________________________ Cyndee Rhames, City Clerk March 13 2026 LIOW0474524