July 6, 2026, Boone City Council Meeting

The City of Boone, Iowa, City Council held a meeting on July 6, 2026, which included several procurement and contract-related discussions. The council reviewed and debated the renewal of the animal control services contract with the Boone Area Humane Society, ultimately voting against the proposed 8% increase due to concerns about service reductions and emergency response definitions. The council also approved a development agreement with Hunsicker Development Group LLC and authorized a $5,000 grant for Radico to replace underground plumbing in their restaurant kitchen. Additionally, the council approved a change order for the Hancock Drive Extension RISE project, with 80% of the $41,380 cost covered by a DOT grant and 20% by the city. The council authorized issuing a request for proposals (RFP) for a grant writer and administrator for a potential community development block grant (CDBG) related to upper story housing units. They also discussed and approved an urban revitalization plan to provide a 90% property tax abatement for three years to Capstone for the Page and Lincoln Flats apartments, replacing a prior tax agreement. Other agenda items included updates on water quality and infrastructure projects, with emphasis on nitrate management and communication improvements. The meeting concluded with the approval of public art policy and various resolutions related to urban renewal and economic development projects.