Marion County Board of Supervisors Meeting Summary
Meeting Overview
Meeting Body: Marion County Board of Supervisors
Meeting Type: Regular Meeting
Date: Not specified in the available meeting materials
Location: Not specified in the available meeting materials
This summary is based primarily on the meeting transcript, with packet materials used only for additional agenda context. Items are described as discussed, considered, or approved only when supported by the meeting record.
Key Takeaways
- The Board opened and approved the meeting agenda.
- The Board received and opened sealed bids for county property located at 108 Clark Street.
- The Board selected the highest bid for the property sale, approving a resolution to proceed with the sale to Mr. Dingeman for $402,200.
- The Board approved the first reading of a zoning ordinance change from agricultural zoning to agricultural residential zoning.
- The Board discussed and approved a federal-aid bridge replacement resolution for the S45 bridge project.
- The Board updated the county employee mileage reimbursement rate to follow the published IRS mileage rate effective July 1, 2026.
- The Board approved an appointment to the Pella Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Meeting Proceedings
Opening Business
The meeting began with roll call and approval of the agenda.
Board members present were recorded during roll call, and the Board approved the day's agenda.
Communications
The Board received a communication recognizing work completed on displaying a commemorative flag celebrating the country’s 250th anniversary.
The Board discussed the positive recognition received after a photograph of the flag display appeared in Iowa Word Magazine. Board members thanked those involved for their work.
The Board opened the public comment period for topics not listed on the agenda.
No public comments were recorded.
Public Hearing
The Board held a public hearing portion of the meeting.
No public comments were received during the hearing, either in person or online.
The Board approved closing the public hearing.
Agenda Items and Discussions
108 Clark Street Property Bid Opening
The Board opened sealed bids for county property located at 108 Clark Street.
Officials stated that the bids had been received by the deadline and were being opened publicly for the first time to maintain transparency.
Submitted Bids
The following bids were opened and announced:
- Matt VanderLinden — $327,700
- Barb Net Connection — $355,000
- Mike Langstrap — $170,000
- Brian Klein — $355,000
- Ben Dingeman — $402,200
- Mike Carr — $255,100
The Board requested additional review of the submitted bids before finalizing the process.
The Board later approved receiving and filing the bids.
Resolution 2026-90 — Sale of County Property
The Board considered a resolution making a final determination regarding disposal of the county property at 108 Clark Street.
Discussion included:
- Comparison of the property value with other recently sold properties.
- The assessed value of the property.
- The number of bids received.
- The Board's view that the highest bid represented an acceptable offer.
The Board approved moving forward with the sale of the property to Mr. Dingeman for $402,200, identified as the highest bid.
Discussion following approval included closing requirements:
- A 5% earnest money payment is required.
- The remaining balance is due at closing.
- The closing process was expected to proceed according to the agreement timeline.
Red Rock Marina Alcohol License Renewal
The Board considered renewal of the retail alcohol license for Red Rock Marina.
The Sheriff's Office reported no concerns regarding the renewal.
The item proceeded without additional issues being raised.
Ordinance 2026-2 — Rezoning Request
The Board held discussion regarding a rezoning request involving a parcel currently zoned agricultural.
The request was to change the zoning designation from:
to:
- Agricultural Residential (AR)
Discussion included:
- The zoning request process.
- Compatibility with the county's future land use plan.
- Existing nearby agricultural residential development.
- Future subdivision considerations.
The Board approved the first reading of Ordinance 2026-2.
Resolution 2026-89 — S45 Bridge Replacement Project
The Board considered a resolution related to the S45 bridge replacement project under a competitive highway bridge program.
Discussion included:
- Federal funding participation.
- Estimated project costs.
- The funding structure, including approximately 80% federal funding and 20% farm-to-market funding.
Board members thanked county staff for managing available funding sources for bridge and road projects.
The Board approved the resolution.
Resolution 2026-88 — Employee Mileage Reimbursement Rate
The Board considered an update to the county employee mileage reimbursement rate effective July 1, 2026.
Discussion included:
- The IRS mileage reimbursement rate increase.
- The county's practice of following federal mileage guidelines.
- The importance of maintaining a consistent reimbursement process.
The Board approved the mileage reimbursement resolution.
Pella Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment Appointment
The Board considered an appointment to fill an opening on the Pella Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Discussion included:
- The five-year term length.
- The application received from Berlund.
- Additional applications that may be considered at a future meeting.
The Board approved the appointment of Berlund to the Pella Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment for a five-year term.
Board of Supervisors Updates
Supervisor Updates
Board members provided updates on upcoming activities and community engagement.
One supervisor shared that a special landfill meeting was scheduled.
The Board also discussed opportunities for residents to meet directly with supervisors during office hours.
Office hour information shared:
- Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings approximately 9:30 a.m. to noon.
Residents were encouraged to stop in, contact the Board, or schedule conversations regarding issues they would like to discuss.
Additional office location information was shared for residents wishing to meet with supervisors.
Decisions and Actions
Approved Items
The Board approved:
- Meeting agenda.
- Receipt and filing of property bids for 108 Clark Street.
- Resolution 2026-90 regarding sale of 108 Clark Street property.
- Sale of 108 Clark Street to Mr. Dingeman for $402,200.
- Renewal of the Red Rock Marina retail alcohol license.
- First reading of Ordinance 2026-2 for rezoning.
- Resolution 2026-89 related to the S45 bridge replacement project.
- Resolution 2026-88 updating employee mileage reimbursement.
- Appointment to the Pella Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Upcoming Follow-Up Items
- Completion of the closing process for the 108 Clark Street property sale.
- Continued processing of the rezoning request through the ordinance process.
- Continued work related to bridge funding and replacement efforts.
- Future consideration of additional airport zoning board applications if needed.
Residents were invited to participate in county government discussions by attending Board office hours or contacting supervisors with questions and concerns.
