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Keokuk City Council meeting 7/2/2026
Published: Jul 2, 2026
1908 Tiemeyer Street Property Sold for $11,371 with Rehabilitation Requirements
The council considered a resolution approving and authorizing the sale of city-owned property at 1908 Tiemeyer Street. The property was declared surplus and sold through a sealed bid process, with bids opened on May 7th, 2026. Mary Cecil submitted the highest responsible bid of $11,371. This sale is subject to a purchase and development agreement requiring the purchaser to rehabilitate the existing structures within two years and includes provisions for the city if obligations are not met. A public hearing was held as required by Iowa law. The property is a house located across from Kilbourne Park. A neighboring property that was also put out for bid did not receive responsible bids and will be demolished. [cite: 254-307]
Keokuk Police Department to Acquire New Chevrolet Tahoe for Approximately $71,000
The council considered a resolution approving the purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe for the Keokuk Police Department. The vehicle will replace a marked squad car that has reached its end of life. The total cost, including outfitting with emergency equipment, is approximately $71,000, accounting for a $5,500 trade-in value of a 2021 Dodge Charger. This purchase was previously discussed and approved as a capital purchase during the 2026-2027 fiscal year budget preparation, with $75,000 budgeted. The cost is expected to remain under budget. The purchase utilizes the state bid price, and the vendor providing the emergency equipment offers a 20-45% price break. Funding will be drawn from the capital equipment funds (fund 306), a change from previous practice where such costs were paid from the general fund. [cite: 716-755]
City of Keokuk Designates Official Location for Meeting Notice Postings
The council considered a resolution designating an official location for posting meeting notices, as required by state law (House File 2490). Effective July 1st of the current year, governmental bodies must annually designate a prominent and conspicuous location for posting meeting notices. While not included in the resolution, meeting notices must also be posted on the governmental body's internet presence. The city plans to use its main website and potentially Facebook for online postings. The traditional practice of posting on a board in the city's vestibule was deemed insufficient by the Iowa Public Information Board (IPIB) because the vestibule is locked at night, limiting open access. The resolution requires notices to be posted on the inside of the outside glass of the entryway, ensuring visibility to residents. Staff will need to ensure agendas for all committees, boards, and commissions are posted online moving forward. [cite: 653-715]
City Approves Sale of Vacant Lots Following Sealed Bid Process
The council approved the purchase and development agreements for several city-owned vacant lots. Bids were opened on May 7th, 2026. The properties included were 405 Morgan, 1012 Blando, 727 Morgan, 116 North 7th, 118 North 6th, and 602 Concert, 606 Concert. Two vacant lots in the 800 block of South 10th and 820 South 10th were removed from the agenda for further staff review regarding potential easements. A public hearing was held as required by Iowa law prior to the conveyance of properties. Following council approval, letters will be sent to purchasers, who will then pay for the properties, and deeds will be transferred. The process is expected to take a couple of weeks. [cite: 189-251]
Timmy Street Reconstruction Project Secures $1.2 Million in Forgivable Loans for Sewer Work
The council discussed the Timmy Street reconstruction project, specifically the sewer portion. The city has received a $1.2 million forgivable loan from the State of Iowa's Clean Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) to cover costs associated with the sewer component of the project. This amount represents principal forgiveness for the first $1.2 million in costs. The total cost of the project is estimated to be between $6 and $7 million. The project includes sewer separation work, which is a significant cost driver and also helps the city comply with its EPA consent decree. The project scope extends from 22nd Street to approximately 3/4 of the way to 7th Street, specifically to where the concrete ends. The sewer work will extend down 14th Street, across Palatine into Kaiser Park, addressing the Soap Creek sewer separation. The project is anticipated to go out to bid after the first of the year, pending potential CDBG grant application of $500,000, which is due in September, with final decisions made towards the end of the year. The goal is to begin the project in March or April. [cite: 824-907]
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