Johnston City Council Regular Meeting Monday, May 18, 2026

Johnston City Council Regular Meeting Monday, May 18, 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. 26-10 Mayor Dierenfeld called the meeting to order at 7:05 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 City Administrator Mike Pogge-Weaver led the meeting in the Pledge. E. Agenda Approval City Administrator Mike Pogge-Weaver noted that item 5I was being removed from consideration. Motion by Suresh Reddy, second by James Evans to approve 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. National Public Works Week Proclamation Public Works Director Matt Greiner introduced three new crew leaders in the department, as well as the Public Works Superintendent. He thanked the public works staff for their hard work throughout the year. Mayor Dierenfeld noted that the Public Works department is amazing, and also thanked the Public Works department for all they do to make life really good for the residents. Mayor Dierenfeld presented the proclamation to Greiner. 4. Public Hearings A. Conduct a Public Hearing to Amend the Budget for the Year Ending June 30, 2026, and Consider Approval of Resolution No. 26-88 The Public Hearing opened at 7:15 p.m. Finance Director Sarah Swisher addressed the Council, noting that the hearing is to amend the budget for the year ending June 30, 2026. She noted that this is the first and only amendment for this fiscal year. She reviewed the amendments to the cash balances and the reasons for those changes, including proceeds that were received earlier than anticipated; changing of project timelines; increases in Hotel/Motel and LOSST revenue; and an increase in interest revenue. She also noted that equipment like dump trucks and an ambulance had been ordered in previous budget years, have been delivered in the current budget year. Swisher answered questions from the Council. No public comments were received. The Public Hearing closed at 7:25 p.m. Motion by Rhonda Martin, second by Tom Cope to approve Resolution No. 26-88. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Rhonda Martin, Suresh Reddy, Bryan Burkhardt 5. Consent Agenda A. Consider Approval of the May 4, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes B. Consider Approval of the May 4, 2026 Work Session Minutes C. Consider Approval of Liquor License Applications and Renewals, and Ownership Updates D. Consider Requisition # 01328 to Ascendence Trucks Midwest in the amount of $315,601.00 for a replacement Single axle dump truck snow plow. E. Consider Approval of Retail Cigarette/Tobacco/Nicotine/Vapor Sales Permits for 2026-2027 and Correct Date of Permits Approved at the May 4 Council Meeting F. Consider Pay Request No. 2 in the Amount of $181,289.85 to MPS Engineers for Work Completed on the Foxboro Trail as of May 1, 2026 G. Consider Motion to Approve Contract with Relate Strategies, LLC for Services to Update the City of Johnston Economic Development Guide H. Consider Requisition No. REQ01334 in the Amount of $13,064.91 for Office Furniture Reconfigure Room 164 From a Plan Review Room to an Office I. REMOVED FROM CONSIDERATION J. Consider Pay Request No. 11 in the Amount of $93,247.38 to On Track Construction for the NW Saylorville Drive Water Main Extension Segment B & C as of April 30, 2026 K. Consider Pay Request No. 7 in the Amount of $16,193.18 to JC Midwest Services, LLC for the Royal Park Estates Channel Repair Phase II as of May 1, 2026 L. Consider Pay Request No. 10 in the Amount of $512,663.43 to S M Hentges & Sons, Inc. for the Little Beaver Creek Sanitary Extension Segment B as of April 30, 2026 M. Consider Resolution 26-84 - Approving and Authorizing Execution of a Consent to Assignment and Assumption of a Development Agreement from LSJT of Iowa, LLC to MD10 Johnston, LLC N. Consider Requisition No. REQ01333 to Central Salt LLC for the Purchase of Road Salt in the Amount of $50,554.00 O. Consider Annual Service Agreement with Virtual Project Manager LLC for Construction Inspection Software P. Consider Resolution No. 26-87 - Fixing Date for Hearing on NW 62nd Avenue Improvements Project Acquisition by Eminent Domain and Authorizing Final Offer and 14-Day Notice Q. Consideration to Approve the Public Art & Culture Plan as Final R. Receive and File Reports in Item 6 Motion by Tom Cope second by Suresh Reddy to approve the Consent Agenda. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Rhonda Martin, Suresh Reddy, Bryan Burkhardt 6. Reports A. Senior Advisory Board Minutes 4.1.26 B. Park Board Minutes C. Street Department Monthly Operations Report D. Building Department April 2026 Monthly Reports E. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes - May 11, 2026 F. Water/Wastewater Monthly Operations Reports for April 2026 G. April 2026 Bank Reconciliation H. April 2026 Treasurer's Investment Report I. April 2026 Year-to-Date Treasurer's Report J. April 2026 Revenue and Expense Summary and Written Summarization of Current Budget Standing 7. Non-Consent Agenda A. Consider Resolution No. 26-80 - Approving the Preliminary Plat for Enclave at Wooded Pointe Plat 2 Planner Michael Delp reviewed the Preliminary Plat from JJ Larson Properties, LLC, which amends a previously approved plat for two phases of projects. Delp noted that the preliminary plat submittal is to reduce some of the parcels and to eliminate some of the bi-attached properties on the west side of the project. He advised that there are no proposed changes to the west side of the project. He noted that there is a reduction from 52 parcels to 46 parcels, with only 6 bi-attached parcels. Delp noted that all buffers, and bulk regulations are still being met. He also advised that there had been no comments received on the changes. Motion by Tom Cope, second by Suresh Reddy to approve Resolution 26-80. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Rhonda Martin, Suresh Reddy, Bryan Burkhardt B. Consider the Following Items Related to PZ Case 25-36: Resolution No 26-85 - Approving the Preliminary Plat for Silver Birch Park Plat 4 - Minor Subdivision; Resolution 26-86 - Approving the Final Plat for Silver Birch Park Plat 4 - Minor Subdivision Planner Michael Delp reviewed the proposal, noting that this action is basically a minor lot line adjustment to clean up property lines on the existing parcels and swap land between 6202 & 6210 Silver Birch Court. He also noted that the property owner has filed a lot-tie agreement which isn't yet reflected on the Assessor's site. Delp advised that the had been out to the property to ensure that the buffer was still intact and still maintained for 15-feet, as required on the north and west side. Motion by Suresh Reddy, second by James Evans to approve Resolution No. 26-85. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Rhonda Martin, Suresh Reddy, Bryan Burkhardt Motion by Suresh Reddy, second by Tom Cope to approve Resolution No. 26-86. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Rhonda Martin, Suresh Reddy, Bryan Burkhardt C. Consider Approval of Claims in the Amount of $1,793,984.66. Motion by Rhonda Martin, second by Tom Cope to Approve Claims in the Amount of $1,793,984.66. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Tom Cope, James Evans, Rhonda Martin, Suresh Reddy, Bryan Burkhardt 8. City Administrator / Staff Comments A. Comments None B. Public Art Initiative Update - Economic Development Economic Development Director Josh Laraby provided an update on the Public Art initiative, noting that the approval of the Public Art and Culture plan earlier on the agenda, sets the foundation for moving forward with Group Creatives with proposals and conceptual designs for public art at the Merle Hay kayak launch as well as the roundabouts throughout Johnston. 9. City Council Comments A. Comments Council Member Reddy commented on the police department response following an accidental trigger of a panic alarm at his home. He thanked the department for their quick response. Council Member Cope thanked the brave teachers fighting the last few days of teaching this school year. He also recognized the graduating class at Johnston High School, noting they are an incredibly talented group of kids who are going to do great things. Council Member Martin pointed out that she got to see the Fire Department in action at the house fire in Rittgers Oaks. She noted that from her view it looked like it was a well-managed scene and a very quick response. Mayor Dierenfeld thanked everyone who was involved with Corteva's headquarters moving back to Johnston. She also commented on the Economic Development Tour and how well done it was. She also pointed out that Camp Dodge is kicking off the America 250 celebration by having an event on Thursday, May 21. 10. Closing of Meeting A. Upcoming Meeting: Monday, June 1, 2026 - 6:00 p.m. Work Session and 7:00 p.m. Council Meeting B. Meeting Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m. _________________________ Paula S. Dierenfeld, Mayor Attest: ___________________________ Cyndee Rhames, City Clerk May 29 2026 LIOW0526636