Floyd County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting Summary
Date: August 4, 2026
Public Body: Floyd County Board of Supervisors
Meeting Type: Regular Meeting
Location: Floyd County Courthouse Board Room
Overview
The Floyd County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting on August 4, 2026. The board reviewed and acted on agenda items including approval of the agenda, prior meeting minutes, claims, tax credit and exemption applications, county project plans, and future agenda items. The meeting also included updates from supervisors and discussion with a representative regarding Home Base Iowa initiatives.
Agenda Approval
The board approved the meeting agenda as presented.
The board opened the floor for public comment. No public comments were made.
Approval of July 28, 2026 Meeting Minutes
The board reviewed the July 28, 2026 meeting minutes.
During discussion, a clarification was raised regarding a liquor license matter involving Salinas's. A supervisor noted that the liquor license had not been approved and that the matter was not a requested change to the minutes, but rather a clarification of what occurred.
The board then approved the July 28, 2026 minutes.
Approval of Claims
The board reviewed and approved claims.
During discussion of claims, supervisors discussed equipment related to winter road maintenance. Questions were raised about tanks mounted on dump trucks used with sand and salt mixtures. The discussion included that two new units had been purchased after equipment issues during the previous winter.
The board approved the claims as presented.
Updates Regarding Boards, Commissions, and Activities
Supervisors provided updates from recent activities and meetings.
One supervisor shared positive feedback received from a new resident who was moving into the county. The resident commented positively on county roads and the helpfulness and friendliness of county courthouse staff.
Emergency Medical Services Discussion
Supervisors discussed a recent emergency medical services-related meeting and noted that the event involved the Iowa Emergency Medical Services Association and PCV, the company working with the City of Charles City and the county on ambulance services.
Department and County Updates
Supervisors discussed several ongoing matters, including:
- Updates related to 911 signage locations.
- Questions regarding septic systems and related discussions with county staff.
- Correspondence regarding speed limit questions.
Homestead Tax Credits and Property Tax Exemptions
The board reviewed applications for:
- Homestead Tax Credit.
- Disabled Veterans Homestead Property Tax Credit.
- Homestead 65 property tax exemptions.
- Military service property tax exemptions.
The board approved the applications for 2026.
Home Base Iowa Initiative Discussion
Tim met with the board to discuss Home Base Iowa initiatives and possible county participation.
Discussion included efforts to increase awareness of the program and recognize communities supporting veterans and workforce development.
Signage Discussion
The board discussed installing Home Base Iowa signs at county entrances. The discussion included:
- Initial consideration of multiple sign locations.
- Identifying major routes where signs would be placed.
- Coordination with secondary roads for installation.
- The need to verify permitting requirements with the Iowa Department of Transportation.
The locations discussed included major highway approaches, with the board identifying five signs as the current estimate.
The board also discussed whether cities and businesses could participate in additional recognition efforts.
Business Participation
The discussion included previous Home Base Iowa business participation efforts, including recognition that businesses throughout the county had participated in the program.
The board discussed potentially increasing recognition in areas with strong participation.
Bridge Project Final Plans
The board discussed signing final plans for a bridge project.
The agenda item involved final plan sheets for a bridge project on 150th Street near Niles Corner. The discussion identified the project as the east-west bridge.
The board approved signing the final project plans.
Public Consulting Group Service Agreement
The board discussed receipt of the Public Consulting Group service agreement related to a transportation feasibility study.
Discussion noted that the agreement had been approved by the city and county previously and that the remaining action involved signing the document.
Future Agenda Items and Upcoming Discussions
The board discussed upcoming agenda items and scheduling considerations.
Items discussed included:
- A future discussion regarding general assistance burial fees, including possible fee increases.
- Potential scheduling adjustments for an upcoming meeting.
- Remaining ordinance discussions, including publication ordinances.
- Correspondence related to licensing notifications.
The board discussed an upcoming webinar regarding data centers.
Supervisors noted that the session was intended for information gathering and discussion rather than immediate county action. The board discussed learning more about data center development and related considerations.
Adjournment
The board adjourned the meeting following completion of the agenda.
