June 16, 2026 Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

The June 16, 2026, regular meeting of the Story County Board of Supervisors in Iowa included several agency reports and updates relevant to county operations and community services. Emergency Management reported progress on disaster preparedness, including the deployment of solar public charging stations funded by an IEDA grant and upcoming construction bids for the Emergency Operations Center update. The board received annual ARPA reports from Home Allies and YSS, highlighting housing and recovery programs supported by federal funds, including a $2 million Youth Homeless Demonstration Project grant to sustain transitional and rapid rehousing efforts. The board also reviewed and approved the Story County Government Operations Climate Resilience and Sustainability Plan, which includes prioritized actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 22.5% from 2020 levels by 2030, with some recommended capital investments such as solar canopies and backup generators. The IT department reported on wireless infrastructure improvements and plans for a website revamp and enhanced cybersecurity measures. The board approved personnel actions and claims and discussed ongoing community outreach and liaison activities. No specific contract awards or RFP approvals were recorded during this meeting, but several procurement-related projects and budget considerations were discussed, particularly related to sustainability initiatives and emergency management infrastructure.