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Ottumwa City Council - June 16 2026 - Regular Meeting
Published: Jun 16, 2026
UNMB Bank Appointed as Paying Agent for City Debt
The council approved Resolution 144-2026, appointing UNMB Bank NA of West Des Moines as the paying agent, note registrar, and transfer agent for the city's debt obligations. This is a continuation of UNMB's role, as they currently serve in this capacity for all existing city debt. The agreement simplifies debt management by consolidating these functions with one entity, despite a modest annual fee.
Updated Disciplinary Practices and Procedures Policy Approved by Council
The council discussed updates to the disciplinary practices and procedures policy. The policy was separated into its own document, with additions including a definition table for terms, a section on documentation and HR review, clarification of employee rights during investigations, supervisor responsibilities, and the appeals process. The policy also incorporates an ordinance regarding department head removal subject to city council approval. The council passed the motion to approve.
City Consolidates Anti-Harassment and EEO Policies
The council approved the combination of the anti-harassment and equal employment opportunity policies into a single document. This consolidated policy incorporates updated federal law regarding protected classes and the EEOC, defines terms such as harassment, hostile work environment, microaggressions, and bullying, and outlines reporting procedures through a service called 'Plain Sight'. Annual mandatory training for supervisors on harassment is included, and overall responsibility is assigned to the city's title 6 coordinator.
City Council Approves Updated Substance Abuse Policy
The council considered updates to the substance abuse policy, which was separated into its own standalone policy. Changes include adding a definition table for terms like illegal substances tested for and a 'Reasonable Suspicion Documentation' section for supervisors. The policy clarifies consequences for applicants who refuse or test positive for drug use, stating disqualification for refusal and a 12-month reapplication period for positive tests. The motion to approve passed.
Federal TAP Funding Approved for Oxbow Lagoon Trail Extension
The council approved Resolution 148-2026, approving an Iowa DOT TAP (Transportation Alternatives Program) application for the Oxbow Lagoon Trail reconstruction project. The trail will extend from Milner Street to Waplo Street. The federal TAP program will fund 80% of the project, with the local match coming from Waplo Trails and city in-kind services for design and inspection. The project is currently under design, with plans to submit check plans to the DOT shortly and let the contract by October 1st, 2025.
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