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City Council Approves Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
The City Council approved Budget Amendment Number One for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. This amendment primarily adjusts the timing of funds for capital projects, moving budgeted funds to align with when projects are actually occurring, without increasing taxes or rates. The amendment shows a slight drawdown in fund balance of just under $600,000. This adjustment is necessary to correspond with state programs that fund on a program basis. The net decrease of $591 accounts for the net amendment and the adjustment to the beginning fund balance.
City Council Approves 1% Market Adjustment to Wage Scale and Job Classifications
The City Council adopted an amended wage scale and job classification structure, including a 1% market adjustment. This adjustment, directed by the Council, will go into effect on July 1st. The estimated annual cost of this adjustment is over $145,000. Communication will be sent to employees detailing the individual impact of this change.
Recreation and Aquatic Center Project Update: Within Budget with July 2027 Completion Target
The City Council reviewed an update on the Indoor Recreation and Aquatic Center project. The project is currently within budget, with a remaining contingency of $422,000 from the initial $900,000 project contingency. The administrative committee has approved $208,000 in smaller change orders, and an additional $214,000 in project change orders are pending. The tentative completion date for the project is July 2027. The presentation included photos of the ongoing construction, highlighting the progress on the exterior, including siding and windows, and the interior structure.
City Council Adopts Length of Service Award Program for Volunteer Firefighters
The City Council adopted the Iowa Length of Service Award Program and designated a financial services provider for the Pella Fire Department. This program serves as a recruitment and retention tool, offering a retirement contribution incentive for volunteer firefighters. If approved and conditions are met, the city will contribute up to $500 annually per participant. Approximately $15,000 was budgeted in FY 2017 for the expected cost of this program.
Intersection Reconstruction Options: Four-Way Stop vs. Roundabout for Old Hwy 163 and 240th Ave
The City Council discussed options for reconstructing the intersection of Old Highway 163 and 240th Avenue. The two primary options presented were a traditional four-way stop with turn lanes, and a roundabout. While the roundabout offers benefits like reduced severe crashes and continuous flow, concerns were raised regarding its cost, space requirements, and suitability for trucks and farm equipment. The traffic counts did not strongly necessitate a roundabout, and a four-way stop with turn lanes appeared to be the more comfortable option for the council.
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