Ames City Council | June 16, 2026

The Ames City Council meeting on June 16, 2026, focused primarily on understanding various construction delivery methods to inform future city projects. Representatives from De Novo Construction Solutions, Story Construction, and Woodruff Construction presented detailed explanations of the owner's representative model, construction manager as advisor (CMA), and construction manager at risk (CMAR) models. The discussion emphasized the pros and cons of each method, particularly regarding project complexity, change order management, subcontractor relationships, and quality control. Council members explored how these methods impact bidding processes, risk exposure, and project oversight. Additionally, the council addressed a memo concerning a proposed data center at the airport, deciding to place the topic on a future agenda for informational purposes without public input at that meeting, with plans for a separate public listening session. No procurement decisions or contract awards were made during this session, but the council sought to better understand procurement options and legal considerations related to construction projects and potential data center development.