City Council Agenda & Packet Summary – City of Bondurant – August 3, 2026

Meeting Information

• Public Body: City of Bondurant
• Organization Type: municipality
• Government Body: city-council
• Meeting Title: Monday Aug 3, 2026 CDT City Council Meeting Agenda Posted on: July 31, 2026 200 2nd Street, NE Bondurant, Iowa 50035 City Council
• Meeting Date: 2026-08-03
• City: Bondurant
• County: Polk County
• State: iowa
• Meeting Source URL: https://bondurantia.portal.civicclerk.com/event/408/files
• Meeting Listing URL: https://bondurantia.portal.civicclerk.com/
• Public Body Website: https://www.cityofbondurant.com/1199/Mayor-and-City-Council
• Meeting Video URL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtnYEkdmgBUrhfyCpJ4Md7w/streams
• Video Channel URL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtnYEkdmgBUrhfyCpJ4Md7w

What Community Members Should Know

The August 3, 2026 Bondurant City Council meeting centers on growth management, major public infrastructure, land acquisition, redevelopment, and continued investment in parks, transportation, and utility projects. Several public hearings and related action items will shape future development patterns while advancing projects already underway throughout the city.

Residents should pay particular attention to the proposed McCleary voluntary annexation, the Truman Drive NE Phase 2 street improvement project, the selection of a Construction Manager at Risk for the Silo Commons redevelopment project, and requests to redesignate and rezone property for future industrial development. These items represent long-term planning decisions that could influence transportation, economic development, and land use for years to come.

The consent agenda also includes a substantial number of infrastructure-related expenditures and agreements. These include nearly half a million dollars in construction pay requests across multiple projects, property acquisitions associated with the Mud Creek Corridor and SE Industrial Improvements, park grant applications, utility easements, Grain District property transfers, and professional services supporting future redevelopment.

Financial materials included with the packet indicate the city continues to manage significant capital improvement activity while maintaining substantial cash and investment balances. Treasury reports document extensive investment holdings, multiple active capital project funds, and ongoing expenditures supporting transportation, utilities, civic facilities, parks, and redevelopment projects.

Major Discussion and Action Items

McCleary Voluntary Annexation

The council will conduct a public hearing followed by consideration of a resolution approving the McCleary annexation. The proposal involves a 100% voluntary annexation located within two miles of both Mitchellville and Altoona. Because neighboring municipalities are nearby, state annexation procedures require public review before final action. If approved, the property would become part of the City of Bondurant and be subject to city planning, zoning, utilities, and municipal services.

Truman Drive NE Phase 2 Improvements

Several agenda items concern Truman Drive NE Phase 2. The council will hear comments regarding the proposed special assessment project, review project specifications and bids for public infrastructure north of the school site, and consider a preliminary Resolution of Necessity. These actions move the project toward construction and establish the legal framework for financing and assessments where applicable. The project represents another significant transportation investment supporting Bondurant's continued growth.

Silo Commons Redevelopment

Council members are scheduled to select Henkel Construction as Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Silo Commons project. Separately, the consent agenda includes approval of a professional services agreement with ISG for procurement support, value engineering, due diligence, and bidding administration at a cost not to exceed $36,000. Together, these actions continue advancement of one of the city's signature redevelopment initiatives.

Future Land Use and Industrial Rezoning

A public hearing and subsequent action items concern Parcel 7922.05.100.003. The proposal would amend the Future Land Use Map from Medium-Density and High-Density Residential designations to Business Park/Limited Industrial and begin rezoning the parcel from Agricultural (A-1) to Limited Industrial (M-1). The council is expected to consider both the land use amendment and the first reading of the rezoning ordinance. These decisions will influence how the property may be developed in the future.

Property Acquisition and Grain District Development

The packet contains multiple actions supporting continued development within the Grain District and nearby redevelopment areas. These include accepting street dedications, accepting donated and conveyed lots, approving a MidAmerican Energy easement, and completing land acquisitions associated with the Mud Creek Corridor and SE Industrial Improvements. These actions help assemble property, establish public infrastructure, and prepare land for future development.

Ongoing Capital Construction

Numerous construction projects continue progressing throughout Bondurant. The council will review payment requests covering sewer infrastructure, civic campus improvements, Filmore Avenue improvements, BFSD public infrastructure, Eagle Park parking improvements, and related construction contracts. These approvals allow contractors to continue work as projects advance toward completion.

Financial Matters

The packet contains several financially significant items, including:

• Pay Request No. 1 to Thorpe Contracting LLC for the SE Trunk Sewer Project totaling $110,024.59.
• Pay Request No. 16 to Alliance Construction Group LLC for Civic Campus Improvements Phase 2 totaling $94,832.63.
• Purchase of Mud Creek Corridor property from GHOLDS LLC for $102,800.
• Acquisition of right-of-way and easements from GHOLDS LLC for the SE Industrial Improvements Project totaling $124,670.00.
• Pay Request No. 2 to JAS Construction LLC for Filmore Avenue Public Improvements totaling $132,583.92.
• Change Order No. 2 to Absolute Group for the BFSD Public Infrastructure–2nd Street NE Project totaling $48,884.38.
• Pay Request No. 3 to Absolute Group totaling $97,139.05.
• Pay Request No. 1 to Graphite Construction Group for the Eagle Park Parking Lot Project totaling $63,066.67.
• Professional services agreement with ISG for Silo Commons not to exceed $36,000.

Treasurer reports show the city maintained more than $46.8 million in combined fund balances at the end of May FY2026 while actively funding numerous capital improvement projects. Investment accounts generated interest income during the reporting period, and significant transfers supported debt payments and ongoing infrastructure work. Major capital funds include streets, parks, Grain District improvements, civic campus improvements, water facilities, certified site improvements, and SE Industrial infrastructure.

The consent agenda also includes endorsement of a REAP City Parks & Open Spaces grant application to assist improvements at Bluejay Landing Park, providing another potential outside funding source for park investment.

Policies, Ordinances, Resolutions, and Governance

The meeting includes numerous resolutions affecting city operations and development.

Key governance actions include:

• Approval of the McCleary voluntary annexation.
• Preliminary Resolution of Necessity for Truman Drive NE Phase 2.
• Selection of Henkel Construction as Construction Manager at Risk for Silo Commons.
• Amendment of the Future Land Use Map.
• First reading of an ordinance rezoning property to the Limited Industrial district.
• Setting an August 17 public hearing on amendments to the Urban Revitalization Plan.
• Acceptance of multiple deeds, dedications, easements, and property agreements supporting redevelopment activities.

The council agenda notes that it may waive multiple ordinance readings when legally permitted, allowing ordinances to advance more quickly if the council chooses.

Reports, Presentations, and Informational Updates

Routine reports are scheduled from the Mayor, City Council, City Administrator, and department directors.

The packet also contains updated treasury reports documenting city finances, fund balances, investments, expenditures, and capital project activity. These reports demonstrate continued investment in infrastructure while tracking revenues, expenditures, debt service, and reserve balances across numerous governmental and utility funds.

Personnel, Appointments, and Organizational Matters

The packet contains relatively little personnel-related action.

No major hiring, employment contracts, retirements, or organizational restructuring appear among the principal agenda items. The meeting instead focuses primarily on capital projects, land use, infrastructure, redevelopment, and property transactions. A closed session is scheduled to discuss property acquisition and potential or pending litigation as authorized by Iowa Code.

Projects, Facilities, Infrastructure, and Operations

Infrastructure remains the dominant theme throughout the meeting.

Projects receiving attention include:

• SE Trunk Sewer Project.
• Civic Campus Improvements Phase 2.
• Truman Drive NE Phase 2.
• Filmore Avenue Public Improvements.
• BFSD Public Infrastructure improvements.
• Eagle Park Parking Lot.
• Grain District improvements.
• Mud Creek Corridor acquisition.
• SE Industrial Improvements.
• Bluejay Landing Park improvements through a proposed REAP grant.
• Silo Commons redevelopment and procurement planning.

A discussion item concerning SE Industrial Phase 2 road closures suggests additional operational planning will occur as construction advances.

Public Hearings and Opportunities for Community Input

Residents have several opportunities to participate during this meeting.

Public hearings are scheduled for:

• McCleary voluntary annexation.
• Truman Drive NE Phase 2 Resolution of Necessity.
• Truman Drive NE public infrastructure specifications and bids.
• Amendment to the Future Land Use Map.
• Rezoning Parcel 7922.05.100.003 to Limited Industrial.

The agenda also provides time for guests requesting to address the City Council before the public hearing section. Accessibility accommodations and language assistance are available through the City Clerk with advance notice.

Community Impact

The meeting's decisions could influence several groups.

Residents may experience future transportation improvements, roadway construction, utility expansion, and park enhancements.

Property owners may be affected by annexation decisions, special assessments, land use amendments, and zoning changes.

Businesses and future employers could benefit from additional industrial land, redevelopment planning, and continued investment in infrastructure supporting economic growth.

Taxpayers are funding multiple long-term infrastructure investments while also pursuing grants and property acquisitions intended to support future development and public amenities.

Neighborhoods surrounding active construction projects may experience temporary operational impacts as work progresses on roads, utilities, and redevelopment initiatives. These impacts are inferred from the nature of the projects rather than explicitly described in the packet.

Questions Community Members May Want to Ask

• Why is the McCleary annexation being proposed at this time?
• What long-term benefits are expected from the Silo Commons redevelopment?
• How will Truman Drive Phase 2 affect nearby neighborhoods and traffic?
• What factors led staff to recommend Henkel Construction as Construction Manager at Risk?
• Why is Parcel 7922.05.100.003 being redesignated for industrial development?
• What future development is anticipated on the rezoned property?
• How will the Mud Creek Corridor acquisition support future public improvements?
• What timeline is expected for the Eagle Park Parking Lot project?
• How much additional investment remains for the Civic Campus Improvements project?
• What opportunities will residents have to comment before final zoning decisions are made?

Important Dates, Deadlines, and Next Steps

• August 3, 2026: Regular City Council meeting and multiple public hearings.
• August 3, 2026: Consideration of annexation, zoning, Silo Commons, and Truman Drive action items.
• August 17, 2026 (6:00 p.m.): Proposed public hearing regarding amendment to the Bondurant Urban Revitalization Plan if the scheduling resolution is approved.
• Following council action, approved construction contracts, pay requests, property acquisitions, and redevelopment agreements will proceed through implementation.

Key Takeaways

• Bondurant continues investing heavily in transportation, utility, and redevelopment projects.
• Silo Commons remains one of the city's highest-profile redevelopment initiatives.
• Multiple public hearings address annexation, zoning, and future land use.
• Truman Drive NE Phase 2 advances through several legal and construction milestones.
• The council is considering nearly $500,000 in infrastructure-related pay requests and change orders.
• Property acquisitions continue supporting Mud Creek Corridor and SE Industrial development.
• Grain District redevelopment includes additional land transfers and utility easements.
• Bluejay Landing Park could receive REAP grant funding.
• Financial reports indicate substantial city investments supporting long-term capital improvements.
• Residents have several opportunities to provide public input before significant land-use decisions are finalized.

Official Sources

• Meeting source: https://bondurantia.portal.civicclerk.com/event/408/files
• Meeting listing: https://bondurantia.portal.civicclerk.com/
• Public body website: https://www.cityofbondurant.com/1199/Mayor-and-City-Council
• Meeting video: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtnYEkdmgBUrhfyCpJ4Md7w/streams
• Video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtnYEkdmgBUrhfyCpJ4Md7w

About the Public Body

• Name: City of Bondurant
• Organization type: municipality
• Government body: city-council
• Location: Bondurant, iowa
• County: Polk County
• Provider: civicclerk

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