From Agenda to Action: Preview of the Ames City Council Meeting for Tuesday, May 26.

This is a preview discussion for the Ames City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, 2026. The meeting will include 51 agenda items, with highlights including a request for designation of parklets for the 2026 sidewalk cafe season, which involves council approval for outdoor seating platforms and alcohol service exceptions. Another key item is the presentation of the Ames Regional Economic Alliance Annual Report, reflecting the city's investment in economic development services. Additionally, the council will consider a multimodal roadway improvement project on Wilder Boulevard aimed at traffic calming and replacing stop signs with roundabouts, following public input. Budget amendments for the current fiscal year will also be reviewed, focusing on reallocations without increasing the overall budget. The meeting encourages public participation through emails and in-person attendance.