Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors Meeting - 09-22-2026

The Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on September 22, 2026, which included a significant presentation on the Metropolitan Transit Authority's Microtransit Pilot Program. The program aims to improve transportation options in the Waterloo and Cedar Falls areas through a three-year pilot involving technology-enabled, shared-ride services. The board discussed grant applications, funding commitments, and plans to issue an RFP to select a third-party vendor to operate the service. The board approved a resolution to support the cities' and Metropolitan Transit Authority's efforts to secure funding for this pilot. Additionally, the board approved various claims and payments, including expenditures for public health facility improvements and a new sheriff's department vehicle. The county engineer provided updates on road conditions and ongoing infrastructure projects, including a bridge replacement. A detailed discussion was held regarding a state law affecting speed limits on county roads, with the board supporting maintaining the current 55 mph limit based on engineering studies and safety concerns. The meeting also included approval of personnel requisitions and other routine county business.