# City Council - 09/14/26 5:30 pm


**Body:** City of Marshalltown
**Date:** September 13, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety, Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding


The City Council of Marshalltown held a meeting on September 14, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included the approval of a $4.2 million bill list, alcohol license renewals, and a contract with Mechdine Corporation for audiovisual system upgrades in the city council chambers. The council also approved a $17,650 interlocal grant agreement for the Iowa Burn Justice Assistance Grant Program, split with Marshall County, to upgrade law enforcement technology. Additionally, the council approved change orders and certificates of completion for various capital projects, including the Water Plaza at Megaten Park and the Lin Creek Trail Hood and Bridge project. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the street improvement program, with presentations on pavement management and discussions about funding strategies, including bonding up to $35 million over five years and potential adjustments to franchise fees to support road maintenance. The council also approved an internal loan of up to $500,000 for preliminary remediation work on the old hospital site. Policy discussions touched on lease agreements for city-owned land and the prioritization of capital projects. Several motions were passed by roll call vote to approve contracts, budgets, and resolutions related to these procurement and infrastructure initiatives.

**Source:** City of Marshalltown