On the agenda: Waterloo City Council - Regular Session — data center (Sep 8)

THE CITY COUNCIL OF WATERLOO, IOWA
REGULAR SESSION TO BE HELD AT
Harold E. Getty Council Chambers
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
5:30 PM
CITY OF WATERLOO
COMMUNITY VISION PLAN
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Fly the W: To develop a sense of pride and relationship between residents and the City
of Waterloo, and then leverage that pride to communicate the City's attributes to
external audiences.
Elevate Housing: Redevelop, renovate, or improve 800 residences in Waterloo in eight
years by providing access to capital.
Celebrate and Connect Neighborhoods: To leverage Waterloo's rich tradition of
neighborhoods by celebrating and connecting them with the community and region at
large.
Waterloo Works: Grow a diverse and skilled workforce in Waterloo that connects
people and employers for mutual growth.
Crossroads Doubledown: Re-energize the Crossroads Mall area into a
sports/recreation-themed gravitational center.
Power Up Downtown: Keep Waterloo's core downtown evolving to meet the needs of
future generations, supporting and showcasing arts and cultural opportunities and
creating an experience like no other.
Sportstown USA: To generate excitement, develop youth, and drive investment and
economic impact from year-round visitors.
Community of Opportunity: Eliminate barriers that keep Waterloo residents, and the
community as a whole, from reaching its true potential, creating an equitable, thriving,
and sustainable community for future generations. Waterloo is a Community of
Opportunity, where everyone can prosper.

GENERAL RULES FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
A. Iowa Code Chapter 21 gives the public the right to attend council meetings, but it does
not require cities to allow public participation except during public hearings. The public is
required to follow the rules listed in this article when speaking during any meeting of the
city council.
B. At the presiding officer's discretion, individuals may address the presiding officer by
stepping to the podium, and after recognition by the presiding officer, shall state their

name, address, and group affiliation, if appropriate, and speak clearly into the
microphone.
C. Comments shall be germane and refrain from personal, impertinent, or slanderous
remarks.
D. Cell phones and electronic devices shall be set to silent prior to the start of the meeting.

RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENT SECTION OF THE AGENDA
A. Individuals shall speak one (1) time on only one (1) issue for a maximum of three (3)
minutes During the public comment section of the agenda. The public shall not be
required to pre-register to speak during public comment. Individuals shall only speak on
matters not listed on the regular agenda for that date. Any matter presented shall be
directed to the presiding officer and addressed, if necessary, after the meeting.
B. Council members may speak during public comment portion of the agenda after the
public has finished speaking
C. City staff shall not be required to provide an immediate answer to a matter presented
during a council meeting unless it specifically pertains to an item on the agenda
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENT DURING PUBLIC HEARINGS
Individuals may speak during the public comment portion of a scheduled public hearing for a
maximum of three (3) minutes or may submit written comments to the city clerk by four
o'clock (4:00) P.M. on the day of the public hearing. Groups of citizens with similar viewpoints
are encouraged to select a representative to share the viewpoint of the group.
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENT DURING AGENDA ITEMS
At the discretion of the presiding officer, individuals may speak for a maximum of three (3)
minutes when the council discusses agenda items. This section does not apply to businesses
or parties directly involved in agenda items.
Roll Call.
Prayer or Moment of Silence.
Pledge of Allegiance, Hector Salamanca Arroyo, Ward 5 Council Member.
Approval of Agenda as proposed or amended.
Approval of Minutes of the August 17, 2026 Council Regular Session, as proposed or
amended.
CONSENT AGENDA
The consent agenda is reserved for routine resolutions and motions, acted upon by roll call vote
on a single motion without discussion. Council shall either vote yea or nay when the roll is
called. Council members may request that an item be removed from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Such a request does not require a second. The public shall be
prohibited from requesting that items listed on the consent agenda be removed and considered
separately. The public may contact council members with questions regarding consent agenda

items. 1-4A-16(A)(8).
1. Bills Payment, Finance Committee Invoice Summary Report, a copy of which is on file in
the office of the City Clerk.
2. Resolution setting date of public hearing as October 5, 2026, for the authorization of a loan
and disbursement agreement and the issuance of not to exceed $3,968,000.00 Sewer
Revenue Capital Loan Notes of the City of Waterloo, Iowa, and instructing the City Clerk to
publish notice.
3. Resolution setting date of public hearing as September 21, 2026, to approve a request by
Yashpal Saini to rezone approximately 5.29 acres from “A-1” Agricultural District to “R-2”
One and Two Family Residence District in order to split the lots to allow for the construction
of single-family homes located south of 1220 Bishop Avenue to 1304 Bishop Avenue, and
instruct the City Clerk to publish notice.
4. Resolution approving preliminary plans, specifications, form of contract, etc., setting date of
bid opening as October 8, 2026, and date of public hearing as October 19, 2026, for the
renovation of 100 E. 4th Street, for Waterloo City Hall and Police Department, and instruct
the City Clerk to publish notice.
5. Motion approving Change Order No. 1 with GEMS Technical Services, Inc., of Orange,
California, to add thirty calendar days to contract completion due to manufacturer delays,
with no change to the contract price, in conjunction with the Replace Passenger Boarding
Bridge, FAA AIP Project No. 3-19-0094-057-2025, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk
to execute said document.
6. Motion to approve the hiring of Carson Jordan from the current Civil Service List to the
position of Operations Specialist at the Young Arena, effective September 9, 2026.
7. Motion to approve the hiring of Derek White from the current Civil Service List to the
position of Chief Mechanical Inspector in Building Inspections, effective after September 8,
2026.
8. Motion approving the hiring of Kate Winston to the position of Human Resources Specialist
in the Human Resources Department, effective September 9, 2026.
9. Motion to approve the hiring of Craig Denner from the current Civil Service List to the
position of Assistant Young Arena Manager at the Young Arena, effective September 9,
2026.
10. Carole Gustafson, Board/Commission: Civil Service Commission, Expiration Date:
September 8, 2032, New appointment.
11. Mendoor L. Smith, Board/Commission: Human Rights Commission, Expiration Date:
September 8, 2029, New appointment.
12. Lamie Kromah, Board/Commission: Human Rights Commission, Expiration Date:
September 8, 2029, New appointment.
13. Jennifer Stevenson, Board/Commission: Human Rights Commission, Expiration Date:

September 8, 2029, New appointment.
14. Communication from the City Clerk's Office on the notice of the conclusion of employment
of Cindy Young, Clerk II, effective August 17, 2026, with recommendation of approval of
payout of $11,114.25 for unused benefits.
15. Communication from the Leisure Services Department on the notice of the conclusion of
employment of Chris Dolan, Young Arena Manager, effective August 14, 2026, with
recommendation of approval of payout of $6,557.10 for unused benefits.
16. Communication from the Street Department on the notice of the conclusion of employment
of Kathy Keys, Equipment Operator I, effective July 31, 2026, with recommendation of
approval of payout of $3,594.06 for unused benefits.
17. Communication from the Police Department on the notice of the conclusion of employment
of Taylor McNamara, Police Officer, effective August 12, 2026, with recommendation of
approval of payout of $159.85 for unused benefits.
18. Motion to receive and file Airport Board minutes of July 27, 2026.
19. Motion to receive and file Board of Adjustment minutes for July 2026.
20. Motion to receive and file Historic Preservation Commission minutes of July 2026.
21. Motion to receive and file Leisure Services Commission Board minutes of July 14, 2026.
22. Motion to receive and file Planning, Programming, and Zoning Commission minutes of July
2026.
23. Motion to approve denying an application by Pryme Tyme, LLC, 626 Sycamore Street, for a
Class C Retail Alcohol License.
24. Liquor Licenses
Brendas Park Road Inn, 306 Park Road, Class C w/Sunday Sales (Renewal) Exp:
08/08/2027.
Dub's Pub, 1106 La Porte Road, Class C w/Outdoor Service and Sunday Sales (Renewal)
Exp: 09/12/2027.
Casey's General Store #2867, 2424 Ranchero Road, Class E w/Sunday Sales (Renewal)
Exp: 06/14/2027.
Friends of Faith, 600 Park Lane, Class F, w/Sunday Sales (Ownership Update)
Highway 63 Diner, 3030 Marnie Road, Class C w/Sunday Sales (Renewal) Exp:
07/29/2027.
Landmark Commons, 1400 Maxhelen Road, Class E w/Sunday Sales (New) Exp:
08/31/2027.
Longhorn Steakhouse, 1425 E. San Marnan Drive, Class C w/Sunday Sales (Renewal)
Exp: 08/31/2027.
Marshal BWS, 2060 Sovia Drive, Ste 112, Class E w/Sunday Sales (New) Exp: 06/30/2027.
Rome's Place, 201 Rath Street, Class C w/Sunday Sales (Ownership Update) Exp:
09/17/2026.
Senior Tequilla, 118 E. 11th Street, Class C w/Sunday Sales (Renewal) Exp: 05/18/2027.
WCA Building & Amphitheater, 225 Commercial Street, Class C w/Outdoor Service and

Sunday Sales (Renewal) Exp: 06/22/2027.
25. Bonds.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Asbestos Abatement Services, Contract AB-2026-08-06P.
Motion to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING - No comments on file.
Motion to close hearing and receive and file oral and written comments.
Resolution confirming approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, etc., and
authorizing to proceed.
Motion to receive, file, and instruct the City Clerk to read bids.
Resolution approving award of bid to All Star Environmental, LLC of Dubuque, Iowa, in the
amount of $29,830.00, in conjunction with Asbestos Abatement Services, Contract AB2026-08-06P, for properties located at 321 Dearborn Avenue, 521 Pine Street, 314 Reber
Avenue, 1410 Mulberry Street, 420 Bayard Street, and 623 N. Barclay Street, and
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document.
Submitted by: Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director
2. FY 2027 Sidewalk Repair Assessment Program - Zone 5B, Contract No. 1156.
Motion to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING - No comments on file.
Motion to close hearing and receive and file oral and written comments.
Resolution confirming approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, etc., and
authorizing to proceed.
Motion to receive, file and instruct City Clerk to read bids and refer to the City Engineer for
further review.
Submitted by: Jamie Knutson, City Engineer
3. FY 2027 Sergeant Road Trail Repairs, Contract No. 1091.
Motion to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING - No comments on file.
Motion to close the hearing and receive and file oral and written comments.
Resolution confirming approval of specifications, bid documents, form of contract, etc., and
authorizing to proceed.
Submitted by: Jamie Knutson, City Engineer
RESOLUTIONS
1. Resolution establishing a temporary moratorium on approvals relating to data centers.
Submitted by: Dave Morrow, Ward 2 Council Member
2. Resolution approving the Amendment to Business Property Lease with Friends of Faith
Retirement Homes, Inc. for the purpose of stormwater detention, pickle ball courts, and
parking at Bontrager Park, and authorizing Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document.

Submitted by: Todd Derifield, Leisure Services Director
3. Resolution approving a Professional Service Agreement with Schumacher Elevator,
Denver, Iowa, for the replacement of the Waterloo Public Library elevator in the amount of
$274,344.00, rescinding Resolution No. 2025-641 in its entirety, and authorizing the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute said document.
Submitted by: Brian Baker, Interim Building Official
4. Resolution approving the sale of all contents of the former Courier Building, 100 E. 4th
Street, Waterloo, Iowa, including desks, chairs, shelving, tables, etc. as requested by the
Building Maintenance Department.
Submitted by: Brian Baker, Interim Building Official
5. Resolution approving a Contract with Midwest Cleaning Pros of Waverly, Iowa, in the
amount of $82,092.00 annually, in conjunction with the cleaning of the Public Works
Facility, and authorizing the Public Works Division Manager to execute said document.
Submitted by: Randy Bennett, Public Works Division Manager
6. Resolution approving a Temporary Easement Agreement in the amount of $2,269.00 with
NNDYM WLK, Inc., located at 1945 La Porte Road, in conjunction with the La Porte Road
Phase III Reconstruction Project, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said
document.
Submitted by: Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director
7. Resolution approving a Development and Minimum Assessment Agreement with Kel Mar,
LC, for the construction of a new 60,000 square-foot warehouse building with a tax rebate
schedule of one year at seventy-five percent, one year at seventy percent, and eleven
years at fifty percent, with a Minimum Assessment Agreement of $3,030,000.00, for
property located south of 1575 W. Big Rock Road, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk
to execute said documents.
Submitted by: Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director
8. Resolution in support of grant applications and continued development of a proposed threeyear, two-zone Cedar Valley Micro-Transit Pilot Program at a total program cost not to
exceed $4,600,000.00.
Submitted by: Bridgett Wood, Finance Director
9. Resolution approving the contract for services with the Iowa Northland Regional Council of
Governments of Waterloo, Iowa, in the amount of $5,500.00, in conjunction with the St.
Mary's Development, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document.
Submitted by: Angie Fordyce, Community Development Coordinator
ORDINANCES
1. An ordinance amending sewer user charges and fees relating to monthly winter
consumption.

Motion to receive, file, consider and pass for the first time an ordinance repealing
Subsection 1 of Title 8, Public Utilities, Chapter 3, Sewer Regulations, Article A, User
Charges and Fees, Section 2, Determination of Rates and Charges, and enacting in lieu
thereof a new Subsection 1 of Title 8, Public Utilities, Chapter 3, Sewer Regulations, Article
A, User Charges and Fees, Section 2, Determination of Rates and Charges.
Motion to suspend the rules.
Motion to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt the ordinance.
Resolution rescinding Resolution No. 2009-1235 in its entirety.
Submitted by: Randy Bennett, Public Works Division Manager
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING
Hearing and Order Assessing $1,500.00 civil penalty to Kwik Stop 3, 1104 Washington
Street, Waterloo, Iowa, for sale of tobacco to minor, 2nd offense.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Iowa Code Chapter 21 gives the public the right to attend council meetings but it does not
require cities to allow public participation except during public hearings. The City of Waterloo
encourages the public to participate during the Oral Presentations by following the rules listed
on the front of the agenda.
CLOSED SESSION
1. Closed Session on the purchase of real estate pursuant to Iowa Code Section
21.5(1)(j).
ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn.

Kelley Felchle
City Clerk