April 14, 2025 Committee of the Whole

The City of Bettendorf, Iowa held a Committee of the Whole meeting on April 14, 2025, featuring a detailed presentation on the Family Resources Coordinated Assessment Program (CAP), a community initiative aimed at reducing juvenile crime through early intervention and family support services. The program has received over 1,300 referrals since 2021 and demonstrated positive outcomes such as reduced juvenile suspensions and improved family engagement. Additionally, the meeting included discussion and consent approval of an agreement with the Iowa Department of Transportation for the installation of an eight-camera security system under the I-74 bridge. The system, budgeted up to $150,000 with potential reimbursement from the DOT, aims to enhance surveillance of critical infrastructure and adjacent park areas, with future plans to integrate advanced analytics for real-time monitoring. The council also reviewed the city’s budget, maintaining the current levy rate and discussing modest increases in utility fees, with an emphasis on lean operations and fiscal responsibility. No votes beyond consent approval were detailed, but the meeting highlighted ongoing procurement and budget planning efforts related to public safety infrastructure and community programs.