City Council Committees
The City Council committees meet on an as-needed basis when there is an item to be discussed. The purpose of the committees is to plan and develop rules and policies to recommend to the City Council. If you would like to address a committee regarding a certain issue, you may contact a committee person or call the City Administrator (515-993-4525) to be placed on the agenda.
Committee Descriptions
Budget
Works with staff to provide input and feedback during the budget preparation process. Reviews and makes recommendations on budget issues that occur throughout the year.
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Personnel, Negotiating and Insurance
Reviews and negotiates wage and benefit packages for City employees. Reviews and approves various personnel actions and policies. Monitors and reviews claim history and provides input in reviewing and selecting the best insurance programs for the City.
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Public Safety
Reviews policy and issues involving the Police and Fire departments, First Responders and Disaster Services
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Water, Sewer and Sanitation
Reviews plans and projects related to the sanitary sewer system, public water system, garbage collection and recycling. Plans future growth and development of the systems and determines policy.
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Streets, Alleys, and Sidewalks
Review issues related to streets, sidewalks alleys and other concerns related to the street department. Reviews plans for the growth, improvement, and maintenance of the street system.
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Special Committees
From time to time the Mayor may designate a special committee to review and resolve a particular problem or issue.
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