May 18, 2026 Boone City Council Meeting

The City of Boone, Iowa City Council held a meeting on May 18, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were addressed. The council approved fiscal year 2027 human service grant recommendations and passed resolutions related to asset management and language access plans. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the proposed Boone Well Number 30 project, including a public hearing and approval of a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application and matching funds commitment totaling approximately $982,000 for construction, contingency, and grant administration. The council also approved multiple change orders for water and wastewater treatment plant projects and authorized professional service agreements, including one with Bear Creek U Archaeology for an archaeological survey related to the water system expansion. Additionally, the council accepted a bid of $92,450 from Greybar for the construction of a new community green space stage, funded partially by insurance proceeds. The meeting included discussions on infrastructure project timelines, grant administration service provider selections, and budget amendments for fiscal year 2026. Motions related to these procurement activities were unanimously approved by roll call votes.