Regular City Council - Jul 28 2026

The City of Clinton, Iowa held a regular city council meeting on July 28, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved minutes from previous meetings and passed a resolution to order construction and set a hearing date for the Rock Creek Restoration Project (R-2026), estimated at about $400,000, aimed at stabilizing stream banks and improving ecological conditions. There was also discussion about temporary easements related to a trail construction project, with explanations about delays and budget impacts, including liquidated damages and grant funding. Additionally, the council reviewed change orders related to a $12 million SRF loan for wastewater plant construction, with updates on contract progress and operational challenges. The council approved a resolution to issue $5,695,000 in general obligation capital loan notes (series 2026B) to support city projects. An ordinance amending sewer use charges for large industrial users was introduced, with a second reading approved but a third reading deferred pending further analysis. Public comments focused heavily on concerns about a proposed data center project, including environmental, public safety, and community impact issues, but no direct procurement decisions related to the data center were made during this meeting.