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City of Sioux City Council Meeting - July 6, 2026
Published: Jul 6, 2026
Sanitary Sewer Rates to Increase for Unincorporated Areas in 2027
The council approved the first reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 13.0 of the municipal code regarding sanitary sewer rates. The amendment will increase rates for outside municipalities and outside improvement districts by 27.4%, effective July 1, 2027. This change aligns the ordinance with a previous council vote and ensures proper notification procedures are followed for future rate adjustments. The assistant public works director confirmed that the city did not budget for this specific revenue increase, so it will not impact current projects or financial bonding. However, the delay in implementation means the city will 'lose' approximately $204,000 in potential revenue for the current fiscal year.
Sale of Vacated East West Alley Approved for Property on Orleans Avenue
The council heard and approved the first reading of a resolution approving the proposal to sell part of the vacated East West Alley adjacent to 3503 Orleans Avenue to petitioners George and Randy Joe Sully. The public hearing was opened and closed with no public comment. The measure passed 4-0 (Mayor absent). A related item involved the vacation of a portion of the East West Alley adjacent to Bishop Healing Catholic Schools, which also passed its first reading.
Contract Approved for South Bridge Drive Emergency Force Main Repair
The council heard and approved the first reading of a resolution approving a contract with RP Constructors for the South Bridge Drive emergency force main repair project. This resolution authorizes the city to enter into a contract for necessary repairs to the force main on South Bridge Drive.
Plans and Specs Approved for Long Lines Family Recreation Center Project Amid Funding and Scope Discussions
The council heard and approved the first reading of a resolution approving plans and specifications for the Long Lines Family Recreation Center Coal Broom Field project. The project's significant financial commitment led to a discussion about the city's long-term plans for the Long Lines Center and its integration with other development areas. Concerns were raised about funding and the need for a clearer understanding of the project's scope and its relationship to the Tyson event operations. The project is budgeted and funded through FY27, with construction potentially starting in the fall. The hearing was closed after discussion.
City Considers Increasing Maximum General Fund Balance to 35%
The council discussed the proposed amendment to the general fund balance policy, increasing the maximum unreserved general fund balance from between 12% and 20% to 35%. This change aligns the city with new state legislation. The increase allows the city to maintain a larger fund balance for future projects or expenses, especially given limitations on property taxes. Staff clarified that the city has historically been conservative and has used fund balances annually to keep property taxes down, unlike some other municipalities that maintain very large reserves. The change aims to provide more capacity for setting funds aside for later use.
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