Regular City Council - Apr 28 2026

The City of Clinton, Iowa held its regular City Council meeting on April 28, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and contract awards. The council conducted public hearings and approved resolutions to accept bids and award contracts for multiple infrastructure projects, including the North 5th Street Sewer Separation Project, Crack Sealing Project M-2026, and the Wayfinding Signs Project N-2025. The Wayfinding project involved a budget of approximately $450,000 from 2025 borrowing. Additionally, the council approved a resolution to authorize a loan and disbursement agreement for up to $12 million in general obligation capital loan notes to support ongoing infrastructure projects, including digesters. A contract for charitable animal care services with the Clinton Humane Society was also approved, reinstating a council liaison position. The council discussed an ordinance to impose civil penalties on repeat offenders of animal neglect to recover city costs. Furthermore, the council announced an upcoming RFP for leasing city-owned land to generate revenue and support development by Hobo Renewable Diesel LLC. Public comments addressed concerns about library budget cuts, animal control, and neighborhood maintenance. Overall, the meeting focused on approving contracts and budget measures to support city infrastructure and services.