HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-04-06 G03 2026 Downtown Street Improvements_PHAGENDA ITEM:
CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING COMMUNICATION
MEETING DATE: April 6, 2026
AGENDA ITEM:Public Hearing on plans, specifications, form of contract, estimate of
costs and enhancement of payment [2026 Downtown Street
Improvements Project]
FORMAT:Public Hearing
SYNOPSIS INCLUDING PRO & CON: The project involves the construction of Walnut Street
roadway improvements between 6th Street and Ashworth Drive; Triangle Park improvements; and
on-street parking improvements along 6th Street south of Locust Street, along Locust Street east
and west of 6th Street, and along Ashworth Drive east of 7th Street. The construction consists of
approximately 3,300 square yards of PCC pavement, 425 linear feet of storm sewer, earthwork,
subgrade preparation, manholes, intakes, sidewalk paving, surface restoration, sodding, landscape
plantings, site furnishings, electrical and lighting and other associated work.
This project is included in the draft FY 2026-2027 Capital Improvements Plan with a total project
budget of $2,250,000 over two fiscal years. An interim completion date for all work associated
with construction of the on-street parking areas (excluding Walnut Street), including opening for
public use with no further closures, has been set for August 14, 2026. These areas are identified as
“Stage 1” in the project plans. The project has a November 23, 2026 final completion date for all
remaining site restoration items.
FISCAL IMPACT INCLUDING COST/BENEFIT ANALYSIS:
COMMISSION/BOARD/COMMITTEE COMMENT:
STAFF REVIEW AND COMMENT:
RECOMMENDATION: Hold the Public Hearing
ATTACHMENTS: I. Notice of Public Hearing
PREPARED BY: Lisa Bauman
REVIEWED BY: Rudy Koester RK
PUBLIC NOTICE INFORMATION –
NAME OF PUBLICATION: Dallas County News
DATE OF PUBLICATION: 03/26/2026
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
2026 DOWNTOWN STREET IMPROVEMENTS
The City Council of Waukee, Iowa, will hold a public hearing on the proposed Plans, Specifications, Form
of Contract, Consideration of Enhancement Payment and Estimate of Costs for the construction of the
above referenced public improvements at 5:30 p.m. on April 6, 2026 at the Council Chamber in City Hall,
230 West Hickman Road, Waukee, Iowa 50263. At said hearing, any interested person may appear and
file objections thereto or to the cost of the improvements.
This project includes the furnishing of all labor, equipment, and materials for the construction of the 2026
DOWNTOWN STREET IMPROVEMENTS, generally described as follows:
Construction of Walnut Street roadway improvements between 6th Street and Ashworth Drive;
Triangle Park improvements; and on-street parking improvements along 6th Street south of Locust
Street, along Locust Street east and west of 6th Street, and along Ashworth Drive east of 7th Street.
The construction consists of approximately 3,300 square yards of PCC pavement, 425 linear feet
of storm sewer, earthwork, subgrade preparation, manholes, intakes, sidewalk paving, surface
restoration, sodding, landscape plantings, site furnishings, electrical and lighting, and other
associated work.
In accordance with Iowa Code Sections 21.4(1)(b) and 21.8, this meeting of the Waukee City Council will
be conducted with two different options for public participation: 1) Members of the public wishing to attend
in person may do so in the Council Chambers at Waukee City Hall. 2) Members of the public wishing to
participate electronically may do so via Zoom at the following link or phone numbers:
https://zoom.us/j/352651371
Meeting ID: 352-651-371
Or by phone:
+1 646-558-8656 or
+1 312-626-6799 or
+1 301-715-8592
In-person meetings are subject to change under certain circumstances, including but not limited to higher
than average participation or changes in health guidelines. If the meeting shall be held electronically only,
notice shall be posted to the City website (Waukee.org) and City social media. Questions regarding
meeting format may also be directed to the City Clerk’s office at 515-978-7904.
All persons wishing to observe or participate in this meeting may do so via Zoom or telephone. Please
contact the City Clerk’s office at 515-978-7904 or bschuett@waukee.org if you have questions or
electronic accessibility issues.
This notice is given by order of the Council of the City of Waukee, Iowa.
Courtney Clarke, Mayor
ATTEST: Rebecca D. Schuett, City Clerk
Publish: March 26, 2026