[PAGE 1]
City of Oskaloosa
City Council Meeting Regular Session
Council Chambers
City Hall, 220 S. Market Street
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Agenda
Call to Order and Roll Call - Monday, January 5, 2026 - 6:00 P.M.
1. Invocation: First Assembly of God
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
___ Mayor David Krutzfeldt,
Council Members:
___ Almond, ___Caligiuri, ___ Drost, ___Hermsen, ___ Holmberg, ___Ibrahim, ___Sword
4. City Clerk Pamela Nimtz will administer the oath of office to Mayor
David Krutzfeldt; and the Mayor will administer the oath of office to
Ronda Almond, 3rd Ward City Council Member; Janet Hermsen, 1st
Ward City Council Member; Andy Holmberg, At-Large City Council
Member; and Javin Sword, At-Large City Council Member
Who is submitting this City Council
item.
Documents:
Memo Oath of Office 20260105.docx
5. Community Comments
This item is reserved to receive comments from the community for concerns whether
or not they are included in the current agenda. The community is encouraged to speak
before the Mayor and City Council and asked to keep statements brief. Time shall be
limited to no more than three (3) minutes. Any questions are to be asked of the City
staff, Council members, or the Mayor prior to speaking to the full Council so concerns
may be properly researched and answered away from the meeting. Comments are to
be directed to the Mayor and City Council only.
For those wishing to provide comment during the meeting, please fill out the yellow
slip provided at the podium before the meeting. The Mayor will call your name to step
forward for public comment.
To ensure a productive meeting and that all voices can be heard, we ask that side
conversations be kept to a minimum. Thank you for helping us maintain a quiet
atmosphere so that everyone in the meeting can follow the discussion.
6. Consider Adoption of Consent Agenda As Presented or Amended
All items appearing on the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council
and shall be enacted by one motion. If discussion is desired, that item shall be removed,
discussed separately, and approved by a separate motion of the City Council.
A. Consider approval of Council Agenda and Minutes, subject to
corrections (Consent Agenda)
Consider approval of Council Agenda and Minutes, subject to corrections.
(Consent Agenda)
1. January 5, 2026 City Council Agenda
2. December 15, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Documents:
City Council Minutes December 15 2025.pdf
B. Consider payment of claims for December 2025. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Claims 20260105.docx
COUNCIL CLAIMS LIST 12-26-25.pdf
MANUAL CHECK REPORT 12-26-25.pdf
C. Consider approval of liquor license applications. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Liquor license 20260105.docx
D. Consider approval of appointment of Mayor Pro Tem and
appointments to various board and commissions. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Mayor Pro Tem and Appointments 20260105.docx
E. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Board of Adjustment. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Board of Adjustment 20260105.docx
F. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Historic Preservation Commission. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Historic Preservation 20260105.docx
G. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Mahaska County Solid Waste Commission. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Mahaska County Solid Waste Commission
20260105.docx
H. Consider an ordinance amending sections 15.40.010,
15.40.020, 15.40.030, and 15.40.040 (Urban Revitalization Area)
of the Code of Ordinances for the city of Oskaloosa. (Third
Reading) (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Ordinance Amend residential tax abatement 20260105.docx
Ordinance AR City-Wide Housing Urban Revit Plan.docx
7. -------------------- End of Consent Agenda --------------------
8. Regular Agenda
The following agenda items require specific action by the City Council:
A. Consider an ordinance amending Chapter 6.04 – Animal
Control of the Oskaloosa Municipal Code (First Reading)
Who is submitting this Police Department
item.
Documents:
Title_6_Animals Redline.docx
Ordinance Animal Code 20260105.doc
Memo Animal Control Ordinance Amendment 20260105.docx
Title_6_Animals.docx
B. Consideration and action on amending Chapter 10.60 of the
Oskaloosa City Code relative to abandoned or junk vehicles
to provide expanded authority to the Police Department
relative to moving or impounding such vehicles. (First
Reading)
Who is submitting this City Attorney
item.
Documents:
Memo Amending Chapter 10.60 First Reading 20260105.docx
ORD Amending Chapter 10.60 20260105.docx
2026 Fee Schedule - Redline.docx
C. Consider a resolution to approve a 28E agreement between
the city of Oskaloosa and the Iowa Department of Revenue
(IDR).
Who is submitting this Police Department
item.
Documents:
Memo Iowa Department of Revenue 28E Submittal 20260105.docx
Resolution Iowa ABD 28E Approval 20260105 .docx
Iowa IDR 28e 2026.pdf
D. Consider a resolution approving a revision to the Community-
Oriented Revitalization & Enhancement (CORE) Downtown
Improvement Grant Program
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo CORE program plan revision quotes 20260105.docx
Resolution CORE program plan revision 20260105.docx
CORE Downtown Improvement Grant program plan revised 1-5-2026.pdf
E. Consider a resolution awarding a CORE Downtown
Improvement Grant and authorizing payment to Keven and
Jennifer Hempel for property located at 121 North Market
Street.
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo CORE grant Hempel 121 N Market 20260105.docx
Resolution CORE grant Hempel 121 N Market 20260105.docx
Hempel application packet.pdf
F. Consider a resolution authorizing advancement of costs for
an Urban Renewal Project and certification of expenses for
acquisition and demolition of 1716 A Avenue West
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo TIF advance 1716 A Ave W 20260105.docx
Resolution TIF advance 1716 A Ave W 20260105.doc
G. Council Calendar
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo Council Calendar 20260105.docx
H. Community Survey Results
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - Community Survey Results.pdf
I. Staff's Start, Stop, Continue Exercise Results
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - Start, Stop, Continue.pdf
Start Stop Continue sorted - FINAL.pdf
J. City Council Brainstorming Activity
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - City Council Brainstorming Activity Results.pdf
Results of City Council Brainstorming Activity.pdf
City Council Brainstorming Activity Survey.pdf
9. Report on items from City staff
This item is reserved to receive reports from the following:
a) City Manager
b) City Clerk
c) City Attorney
10. City Council Information
This item is reserved to receive reports from the Mayor and City Council. This is an
opportunity for the Mayor or Council to provide updates on activities, events, or items
of note to the public. This is also the opportunity for the Mayor or Council to request
future agenda items, request items to be sent to Committee for review and discussion,
or give direction to the City Manager.
11. Adjournment
If you require special accommodations, please contact the city manager's office at least 24 hour
prior to the meeting at 641.673.9431.

[PAGE 2]
City of Oskaloosa
City Council Meeting Regular Session
Council Chambers
City Hall, 220 S. Market Street
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Agenda
Call to Order and Roll Call - Monday, January 5, 2026 - 6:00 P.M.
1. Invocation: First Assembly of God
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
___ Mayor David Krutzfeldt,
Council Members:
___ Almond, ___Caligiuri, ___ Drost, ___Hermsen, ___ Holmberg, ___Ibrahim, ___Sword
4. City Clerk Pamela Nimtz will administer the oath of office to Mayor
David Krutzfeldt; and the Mayor will administer the oath of office to
Ronda Almond, 3rd Ward City Council Member; Janet Hermsen, 1st
Ward City Council Member; Andy Holmberg, At-Large City Council
Member; and Javin Sword, At-Large City Council Member
Who is submitting this City Council
item.
Documents:
Memo Oath of Office 20260105.docx
5. Community Comments
This item is reserved to receive comments from the community for concerns whether
or not they are included in the current agenda. The community is encouraged to speak
before the Mayor and City Council and asked to keep statements brief. Time shall be
limited to no more than three (3) minutes. Any questions are to be asked of the City
staff, Council members, or the Mayor prior to speaking to the full Council so concerns
may be properly researched and answered away from the meeting. Comments are to
be directed to the Mayor and City Council only.
For those wishing to provide comment during the meeting, please fill out the yellow
slip provided at the podium before the meeting. The Mayor will call your name to step
forward for public comment.
To ensure a productive meeting and that all voices can be heard, we ask that side
conversations be kept to a minimum. Thank you for helping us maintain a quiet
atmosphere so that everyone in the meeting can follow the discussion.
6. Consider Adoption of Consent Agenda As Presented or Amended
All items appearing on the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council
and shall be enacted by one motion. If discussion is desired, that item shall be removed,
discussed separately, and approved by a separate motion of the City Council.
A. Consider approval of Council Agenda and Minutes, subject to
corrections (Consent Agenda)
Consider approval of Council Agenda and Minutes, subject to corrections.
(Consent Agenda)
1. January 5, 2026 City Council Agenda
2. December 15, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Documents:
City Council Minutes December 15 2025.pdf
B. Consider payment of claims for December 2025. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Claims 20260105.docx
COUNCIL CLAIMS LIST 12-26-25.pdf
MANUAL CHECK REPORT 12-26-25.pdf
C. Consider approval of liquor license applications. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Liquor license 20260105.docx
D. Consider approval of appointment of Mayor Pro Tem and
appointments to various board and commissions. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Mayor Pro Tem and Appointments 20260105.docx
E. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Board of Adjustment. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Board of Adjustment 20260105.docx
F. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Historic Preservation Commission. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Historic Preservation 20260105.docx
G. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Mahaska County Solid Waste Commission. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Mahaska County Solid Waste Commission
20260105.docx
H. Consider an ordinance amending sections 15.40.010,
15.40.020, 15.40.030, and 15.40.040 (Urban Revitalization Area)
of the Code of Ordinances for the city of Oskaloosa. (Third
Reading) (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Ordinance Amend residential tax abatement 20260105.docx
Ordinance AR City-Wide Housing Urban Revit Plan.docx
7. -------------------- End of Consent Agenda --------------------
8. Regular Agenda
The following agenda items require specific action by the City Council:
A. Consider an ordinance amending Chapter 6.04 – Animal
Control of the Oskaloosa Municipal Code (First Reading)
Who is submitting this Police Department
item.
Documents:
Title_6_Animals Redline.docx
Ordinance Animal Code 20260105.doc
Memo Animal Control Ordinance Amendment 20260105.docx
Title_6_Animals.docx
B. Consideration and action on amending Chapter 10.60 of the
Oskaloosa City Code relative to abandoned or junk vehicles
to provide expanded authority to the Police Department
relative to moving or impounding such vehicles. (First
Reading)
Who is submitting this City Attorney
item.
Documents:
Memo Amending Chapter 10.60 First Reading 20260105.docx
ORD Amending Chapter 10.60 20260105.docx
2026 Fee Schedule - Redline.docx
C. Consider a resolution to approve a 28E agreement between
the city of Oskaloosa and the Iowa Department of Revenue
(IDR).
Who is submitting this Police Department
item.
Documents:
Memo Iowa Department of Revenue 28E Submittal 20260105.docx
Resolution Iowa ABD 28E Approval 20260105 .docx
Iowa IDR 28e 2026.pdf
D. Consider a resolution approving a revision to the Community-
Oriented Revitalization & Enhancement (CORE) Downtown
Improvement Grant Program
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo CORE program plan revision quotes 20260105.docx
Resolution CORE program plan revision 20260105.docx
CORE Downtown Improvement Grant program plan revised 1-5-2026.pdf
E. Consider a resolution awarding a CORE Downtown
Improvement Grant and authorizing payment to Keven and
Jennifer Hempel for property located at 121 North Market
Street.
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo CORE grant Hempel 121 N Market 20260105.docx
Resolution CORE grant Hempel 121 N Market 20260105.docx
Hempel application packet.pdf
F. Consider a resolution authorizing advancement of costs for
an Urban Renewal Project and certification of expenses for
acquisition and demolition of 1716 A Avenue West
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo TIF advance 1716 A Ave W 20260105.docx
Resolution TIF advance 1716 A Ave W 20260105.doc
G. Council Calendar
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo Council Calendar 20260105.docx
H. Community Survey Results
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - Community Survey Results.pdf
I. Staff's Start, Stop, Continue Exercise Results
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - Start, Stop, Continue.pdf
Start Stop Continue sorted - FINAL.pdf
J. City Council Brainstorming Activity
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - City Council Brainstorming Activity Results.pdf
Results of City Council Brainstorming Activity.pdf
City Council Brainstorming Activity Survey.pdf
9. Report on items from City staff
This item is reserved to receive reports from the following:
a) City Manager
b) City Clerk
c) City Attorney
10. City Council Information
This item is reserved to receive reports from the Mayor and City Council. This is an
opportunity for the Mayor or Council to provide updates on activities, events, or items
of note to the public. This is also the opportunity for the Mayor or Council to request
future agenda items, request items to be sent to Committee for review and discussion,
or give direction to the City Manager.
11. Adjournment
If you require special accommodations, please contact the city manager's office at least 24 hour
prior to the meeting at 641.673.9431.

[PAGE 3]
City of Oskaloosa
City Council Meeting Regular Session
Council Chambers
City Hall, 220 S. Market Street
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Agenda
Call to Order and Roll Call - Monday, January 5, 2026 - 6:00 P.M.
1. Invocation: First Assembly of God
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
___ Mayor David Krutzfeldt,
Council Members:
___ Almond, ___Caligiuri, ___ Drost, ___Hermsen, ___ Holmberg, ___Ibrahim, ___Sword
4. City Clerk Pamela Nimtz will administer the oath of office to Mayor
David Krutzfeldt; and the Mayor will administer the oath of office to
Ronda Almond, 3rd Ward City Council Member; Janet Hermsen, 1st
Ward City Council Member; Andy Holmberg, At-Large City Council
Member; and Javin Sword, At-Large City Council Member
Who is submitting this City Council
item.
Documents:
Memo Oath of Office 20260105.docx
5. Community Comments
This item is reserved to receive comments from the community for concerns whether
or not they are included in the current agenda. The community is encouraged to speak
before the Mayor and City Council and asked to keep statements brief. Time shall be
limited to no more than three (3) minutes. Any questions are to be asked of the City
staff, Council members, or the Mayor prior to speaking to the full Council so concerns
may be properly researched and answered away from the meeting. Comments are to
be directed to the Mayor and City Council only.
For those wishing to provide comment during the meeting, please fill out the yellow
slip provided at the podium before the meeting. The Mayor will call your name to step
forward for public comment.
To ensure a productive meeting and that all voices can be heard, we ask that side
conversations be kept to a minimum. Thank you for helping us maintain a quiet
atmosphere so that everyone in the meeting can follow the discussion.
6. Consider Adoption of Consent Agenda As Presented or Amended
All items appearing on the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council
and shall be enacted by one motion. If discussion is desired, that item shall be removed,
discussed separately, and approved by a separate motion of the City Council.
A. Consider approval of Council Agenda and Minutes, subject to
corrections (Consent Agenda)
Consider approval of Council Agenda and Minutes, subject to corrections.
(Consent Agenda)
1. January 5, 2026 City Council Agenda
2. December 15, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Documents:
City Council Minutes December 15 2025.pdf
B. Consider payment of claims for December 2025. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Claims 20260105.docx
COUNCIL CLAIMS LIST 12-26-25.pdf
MANUAL CHECK REPORT 12-26-25.pdf
C. Consider approval of liquor license applications. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Liquor license 20260105.docx
D. Consider approval of appointment of Mayor Pro Tem and
appointments to various board and commissions. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Mayor Pro Tem and Appointments 20260105.docx
E. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Board of Adjustment. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Board of Adjustment 20260105.docx
F. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Historic Preservation Commission. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Historic Preservation 20260105.docx
G. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Mahaska County Solid Waste Commission. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Mahaska County Solid Waste Commission
20260105.docx
H. Consider an ordinance amending sections 15.40.010,
15.40.020, 15.40.030, and 15.40.040 (Urban Revitalization Area)
of the Code of Ordinances for the city of Oskaloosa. (Third
Reading) (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Ordinance Amend residential tax abatement 20260105.docx
Ordinance AR City-Wide Housing Urban Revit Plan.docx
7. -------------------- End of Consent Agenda --------------------
8. Regular Agenda
The following agenda items require specific action by the City Council:
A. Consider an ordinance amending Chapter 6.04 – Animal
Control of the Oskaloosa Municipal Code (First Reading)
Who is submitting this Police Department
item.
Documents:
Title_6_Animals Redline.docx
Ordinance Animal Code 20260105.doc
Memo Animal Control Ordinance Amendment 20260105.docx
Title_6_Animals.docx
B. Consideration and action on amending Chapter 10.60 of the
Oskaloosa City Code relative to abandoned or junk vehicles
to provide expanded authority to the Police Department
relative to moving or impounding such vehicles. (First
Reading)
Who is submitting this City Attorney
item.
Documents:
Memo Amending Chapter 10.60 First Reading 20260105.docx
ORD Amending Chapter 10.60 20260105.docx
2026 Fee Schedule - Redline.docx
C. Consider a resolution to approve a 28E agreement between
the city of Oskaloosa and the Iowa Department of Revenue
(IDR).
Who is submitting this Police Department
item.
Documents:
Memo Iowa Department of Revenue 28E Submittal 20260105.docx
Resolution Iowa ABD 28E Approval 20260105 .docx
Iowa IDR 28e 2026.pdf
D. Consider a resolution approving a revision to the Community-
Oriented Revitalization & Enhancement (CORE) Downtown
Improvement Grant Program
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo CORE program plan revision quotes 20260105.docx
Resolution CORE program plan revision 20260105.docx
CORE Downtown Improvement Grant program plan revised 1-5-2026.pdf
E. Consider a resolution awarding a CORE Downtown
Improvement Grant and authorizing payment to Keven and
Jennifer Hempel for property located at 121 North Market
Street.
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo CORE grant Hempel 121 N Market 20260105.docx
Resolution CORE grant Hempel 121 N Market 20260105.docx
Hempel application packet.pdf
F. Consider a resolution authorizing advancement of costs for
an Urban Renewal Project and certification of expenses for
acquisition and demolition of 1716 A Avenue West
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo TIF advance 1716 A Ave W 20260105.docx
Resolution TIF advance 1716 A Ave W 20260105.doc
G. Council Calendar
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo Council Calendar 20260105.docx
H. Community Survey Results
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - Community Survey Results.pdf
I. Staff's Start, Stop, Continue Exercise Results
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - Start, Stop, Continue.pdf
Start Stop Continue sorted - FINAL.pdf
J. City Council Brainstorming Activity
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - City Council Brainstorming Activity Results.pdf
Results of City Council Brainstorming Activity.pdf
City Council Brainstorming Activity Survey.pdf
9. Report on items from City staff
This item is reserved to receive reports from the following:
a) City Manager
b) City Clerk
c) City Attorney
10. City Council Information
This item is reserved to receive reports from the Mayor and City Council. This is an
opportunity for the Mayor or Council to provide updates on activities, events, or items
of note to the public. This is also the opportunity for the Mayor or Council to request
future agenda items, request items to be sent to Committee for review and discussion,
or give direction to the City Manager.
11. Adjournment
If you require special accommodations, please contact the city manager's office at least 24 hour
prior to the meeting at 641.673.9431.

[PAGE 4]
City of Oskaloosa
City Council Meeting Regular Session
Council Chambers
City Hall, 220 S. Market Street
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Agenda
Call to Order and Roll Call - Monday, January 5, 2026 - 6:00 P.M.
1. Invocation: First Assembly of God
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
___ Mayor David Krutzfeldt,
Council Members:
___ Almond, ___Caligiuri, ___ Drost, ___Hermsen, ___ Holmberg, ___Ibrahim, ___Sword
4. City Clerk Pamela Nimtz will administer the oath of office to Mayor
David Krutzfeldt; and the Mayor will administer the oath of office to
Ronda Almond, 3rd Ward City Council Member; Janet Hermsen, 1st
Ward City Council Member; Andy Holmberg, At-Large City Council
Member; and Javin Sword, At-Large City Council Member
Who is submitting this City Council
item.
Documents:
Memo Oath of Office 20260105.docx
5. Community Comments
This item is reserved to receive comments from the community for concerns whether
or not they are included in the current agenda. The community is encouraged to speak
before the Mayor and City Council and asked to keep statements brief. Time shall be
limited to no more than three (3) minutes. Any questions are to be asked of the City
staff, Council members, or the Mayor prior to speaking to the full Council so concerns
may be properly researched and answered away from the meeting. Comments are to
be directed to the Mayor and City Council only.
For those wishing to provide comment during the meeting, please fill out the yellow
slip provided at the podium before the meeting. The Mayor will call your name to step
forward for public comment.
To ensure a productive meeting and that all voices can be heard, we ask that side
conversations be kept to a minimum. Thank you for helping us maintain a quiet
atmosphere so that everyone in the meeting can follow the discussion.
6. Consider Adoption of Consent Agenda As Presented or Amended
All items appearing on the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council
and shall be enacted by one motion. If discussion is desired, that item shall be removed,
discussed separately, and approved by a separate motion of the City Council.
A. Consider approval of Council Agenda and Minutes, subject to
corrections (Consent Agenda)
Consider approval of Council Agenda and Minutes, subject to corrections.
(Consent Agenda)
1. January 5, 2026 City Council Agenda
2. December 15, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Documents:
City Council Minutes December 15 2025.pdf
B. Consider payment of claims for December 2025. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Claims 20260105.docx
COUNCIL CLAIMS LIST 12-26-25.pdf
MANUAL CHECK REPORT 12-26-25.pdf
C. Consider approval of liquor license applications. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Liquor license 20260105.docx
D. Consider approval of appointment of Mayor Pro Tem and
appointments to various board and commissions. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Mayor Pro Tem and Appointments 20260105.docx
E. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Board of Adjustment. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Board of Adjustment 20260105.docx
F. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Historic Preservation Commission. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Historic Preservation 20260105.docx
G. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Mahaska County Solid Waste Commission. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Mahaska County Solid Waste Commission
20260105.docx
H. Consider an ordinance amending sections 15.40.010,
15.40.020, 15.40.030, and 15.40.040 (Urban Revitalization Area)
of the Code of Ordinances for the city of Oskaloosa. (Third
Reading) (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Ordinance Amend residential tax abatement 20260105.docx
Ordinance AR City-Wide Housing Urban Revit Plan.docx
7. -------------------- End of Consent Agenda --------------------
8. Regular Agenda
The following agenda items require specific action by the City Council:
A. Consider an ordinance amending Chapter 6.04 – Animal
Control of the Oskaloosa Municipal Code (First Reading)
Who is submitting this Police Department
item.
Documents:
Title_6_Animals Redline.docx
Ordinance Animal Code 20260105.doc
Memo Animal Control Ordinance Amendment 20260105.docx
Title_6_Animals.docx
B. Consideration and action on amending Chapter 10.60 of the
Oskaloosa City Code relative to abandoned or junk vehicles
to provide expanded authority to the Police Department
relative to moving or impounding such vehicles. (First
Reading)
Who is submitting this City Attorney
item.
Documents:
Memo Amending Chapter 10.60 First Reading 20260105.docx
ORD Amending Chapter 10.60 20260105.docx
2026 Fee Schedule - Redline.docx
C. Consider a resolution to approve a 28E agreement between
the city of Oskaloosa and the Iowa Department of Revenue
(IDR).
Who is submitting this Police Department
item.
Documents:
Memo Iowa Department of Revenue 28E Submittal 20260105.docx
Resolution Iowa ABD 28E Approval 20260105 .docx
Iowa IDR 28e 2026.pdf
D. Consider a resolution approving a revision to the Community-
Oriented Revitalization & Enhancement (CORE) Downtown
Improvement Grant Program
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo CORE program plan revision quotes 20260105.docx
Resolution CORE program plan revision 20260105.docx
CORE Downtown Improvement Grant program plan revised 1-5-2026.pdf
E. Consider a resolution awarding a CORE Downtown
Improvement Grant and authorizing payment to Keven and
Jennifer Hempel for property located at 121 North Market
Street.
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo CORE grant Hempel 121 N Market 20260105.docx
Resolution CORE grant Hempel 121 N Market 20260105.docx
Hempel application packet.pdf
F. Consider a resolution authorizing advancement of costs for
an Urban Renewal Project and certification of expenses for
acquisition and demolition of 1716 A Avenue West
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo TIF advance 1716 A Ave W 20260105.docx
Resolution TIF advance 1716 A Ave W 20260105.doc
G. Council Calendar
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo Council Calendar 20260105.docx
H. Community Survey Results
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - Community Survey Results.pdf
I. Staff's Start, Stop, Continue Exercise Results
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - Start, Stop, Continue.pdf
Start Stop Continue sorted - FINAL.pdf
J. City Council Brainstorming Activity
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - City Council Brainstorming Activity Results.pdf
Results of City Council Brainstorming Activity.pdf
City Council Brainstorming Activity Survey.pdf
9. Report on items from City staff
This item is reserved to receive reports from the following:
a) City Manager
b) City Clerk
c) City Attorney
10. City Council Information
This item is reserved to receive reports from the Mayor and City Council. This is an
opportunity for the Mayor or Council to provide updates on activities, events, or items
of note to the public. This is also the opportunity for the Mayor or Council to request
future agenda items, request items to be sent to Committee for review and discussion,
or give direction to the City Manager.
11. Adjournment
If you require special accommodations, please contact the city manager's office at least 24 hour
prior to the meeting at 641.673.9431.

[PAGE 5]
City of Oskaloosa
City Council Meeting Regular Session
Council Chambers
City Hall, 220 S. Market Street
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Agenda
Call to Order and Roll Call - Monday, January 5, 2026 - 6:00 P.M.
1. Invocation: First Assembly of God
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
___ Mayor David Krutzfeldt,
Council Members:
___ Almond, ___Caligiuri, ___ Drost, ___Hermsen, ___ Holmberg, ___Ibrahim, ___Sword
4. City Clerk Pamela Nimtz will administer the oath of office to Mayor
David Krutzfeldt; and the Mayor will administer the oath of office to
Ronda Almond, 3rd Ward City Council Member; Janet Hermsen, 1st
Ward City Council Member; Andy Holmberg, At-Large City Council
Member; and Javin Sword, At-Large City Council Member
Who is submitting this City Council
item.
Documents:
Memo Oath of Office 20260105.docx
5. Community Comments
This item is reserved to receive comments from the community for concerns whether
or not they are included in the current agenda. The community is encouraged to speak
before the Mayor and City Council and asked to keep statements brief. Time shall be
limited to no more than three (3) minutes. Any questions are to be asked of the City
staff, Council members, or the Mayor prior to speaking to the full Council so concerns
may be properly researched and answered away from the meeting. Comments are to
be directed to the Mayor and City Council only.
For those wishing to provide comment during the meeting, please fill out the yellow
slip provided at the podium before the meeting. The Mayor will call your name to step
forward for public comment.
To ensure a productive meeting and that all voices can be heard, we ask that side
conversations be kept to a minimum. Thank you for helping us maintain a quiet
atmosphere so that everyone in the meeting can follow the discussion.
6. Consider Adoption of Consent Agenda As Presented or Amended
All items appearing on the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council
and shall be enacted by one motion. If discussion is desired, that item shall be removed,
discussed separately, and approved by a separate motion of the City Council.
A. Consider approval of Council Agenda and Minutes, subject to
corrections (Consent Agenda)
Consider approval of Council Agenda and Minutes, subject to corrections.
(Consent Agenda)
1. January 5, 2026 City Council Agenda
2. December 15, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Documents:
City Council Minutes December 15 2025.pdf
B. Consider payment of claims for December 2025. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Claims 20260105.docx
COUNCIL CLAIMS LIST 12-26-25.pdf
MANUAL CHECK REPORT 12-26-25.pdf
C. Consider approval of liquor license applications. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Liquor license 20260105.docx
D. Consider approval of appointment of Mayor Pro Tem and
appointments to various board and commissions. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Mayor Pro Tem and Appointments 20260105.docx
E. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Board of Adjustment. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Board of Adjustment 20260105.docx
F. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Historic Preservation Commission. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Historic Preservation 20260105.docx
G. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Mahaska County Solid Waste Commission. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Mahaska County Solid Waste Commission
20260105.docx
H. Consider an ordinance amending sections 15.40.010,
15.40.020, 15.40.030, and 15.40.040 (Urban Revitalization Area)
of the Code of Ordinances for the city of Oskaloosa. (Third
Reading) (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Ordinance Amend residential tax abatement 20260105.docx
Ordinance AR City-Wide Housing Urban Revit Plan.docx
7. -------------------- End of Consent Agenda --------------------
8. Regular Agenda
The following agenda items require specific action by the City Council:
A. Consider an ordinance amending Chapter 6.04 – Animal
Control of the Oskaloosa Municipal Code (First Reading)
Who is submitting this Police Department
item.
Documents:
Title_6_Animals Redline.docx
Ordinance Animal Code 20260105.doc
Memo Animal Control Ordinance Amendment 20260105.docx
Title_6_Animals.docx
B. Consideration and action on amending Chapter 10.60 of the
Oskaloosa City Code relative to abandoned or junk vehicles
to provide expanded authority to the Police Department
relative to moving or impounding such vehicles. (First
Reading)
Who is submitting this City Attorney
item.
Documents:
Memo Amending Chapter 10.60 First Reading 20260105.docx
ORD Amending Chapter 10.60 20260105.docx
2026 Fee Schedule - Redline.docx
C. Consider a resolution to approve a 28E agreement between
the city of Oskaloosa and the Iowa Department of Revenue
(IDR).
Who is submitting this Police Department
item.
Documents:
Memo Iowa Department of Revenue 28E Submittal 20260105.docx
Resolution Iowa ABD 28E Approval 20260105 .docx
Iowa IDR 28e 2026.pdf
D. Consider a resolution approving a revision to the Community-
Oriented Revitalization & Enhancement (CORE) Downtown
Improvement Grant Program
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo CORE program plan revision quotes 20260105.docx
Resolution CORE program plan revision 20260105.docx
CORE Downtown Improvement Grant program plan revised 1-5-2026.pdf
E. Consider a resolution awarding a CORE Downtown
Improvement Grant and authorizing payment to Keven and
Jennifer Hempel for property located at 121 North Market
Street.
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo CORE grant Hempel 121 N Market 20260105.docx
Resolution CORE grant Hempel 121 N Market 20260105.docx
Hempel application packet.pdf
F. Consider a resolution authorizing advancement of costs for
an Urban Renewal Project and certification of expenses for
acquisition and demolition of 1716 A Avenue West
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo TIF advance 1716 A Ave W 20260105.docx
Resolution TIF advance 1716 A Ave W 20260105.doc
G. Council Calendar
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo Council Calendar 20260105.docx
H. Community Survey Results
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - Community Survey Results.pdf
I. Staff's Start, Stop, Continue Exercise Results
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - Start, Stop, Continue.pdf
Start Stop Continue sorted - FINAL.pdf
J. City Council Brainstorming Activity
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - City Council Brainstorming Activity Results.pdf
Results of City Council Brainstorming Activity.pdf
City Council Brainstorming Activity Survey.pdf
9. Report on items from City staff
This item is reserved to receive reports from the following:
a) City Manager
b) City Clerk
c) City Attorney
10. City Council Information
This item is reserved to receive reports from the Mayor and City Council. This is an
opportunity for the Mayor or Council to provide updates on activities, events, or items
of note to the public. This is also the opportunity for the Mayor or Council to request
future agenda items, request items to be sent to Committee for review and discussion,
or give direction to the City Manager.
11. Adjournment
If you require special accommodations, please contact the city manager's office at least 24 hour
prior to the meeting at 641.673.9431.

[PAGE 6]
City of Oskaloosa
City Council Meeting Regular Session
Council Chambers
City Hall, 220 S. Market Street
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Agenda
Call to Order and Roll Call - Monday, January 5, 2026 - 6:00 P.M.
1. Invocation: First Assembly of God
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
___ Mayor David Krutzfeldt,
Council Members:
___ Almond, ___Caligiuri, ___ Drost, ___Hermsen, ___ Holmberg, ___Ibrahim, ___Sword
4. City Clerk Pamela Nimtz will administer the oath of office to Mayor
David Krutzfeldt; and the Mayor will administer the oath of office to
Ronda Almond, 3rd Ward City Council Member; Janet Hermsen, 1st
Ward City Council Member; Andy Holmberg, At-Large City Council
Member; and Javin Sword, At-Large City Council Member
Who is submitting this City Council
item.
Documents:
Memo Oath of Office 20260105.docx
5. Community Comments
This item is reserved to receive comments from the community for concerns whether
or not they are included in the current agenda. The community is encouraged to speak
before the Mayor and City Council and asked to keep statements brief. Time shall be
limited to no more than three (3) minutes. Any questions are to be asked of the City
staff, Council members, or the Mayor prior to speaking to the full Council so concerns
may be properly researched and answered away from the meeting. Comments are to
be directed to the Mayor and City Council only.
For those wishing to provide comment during the meeting, please fill out the yellow
slip provided at the podium before the meeting. The Mayor will call your name to step
forward for public comment.
To ensure a productive meeting and that all voices can be heard, we ask that side
conversations be kept to a minimum. Thank you for helping us maintain a quiet
atmosphere so that everyone in the meeting can follow the discussion.
6. Consider Adoption of Consent Agenda As Presented or Amended
All items appearing on the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council
and shall be enacted by one motion. If discussion is desired, that item shall be removed,
discussed separately, and approved by a separate motion of the City Council.
A. Consider approval of Council Agenda and Minutes, subject to
corrections (Consent Agenda)
Consider approval of Council Agenda and Minutes, subject to corrections.
(Consent Agenda)
1. January 5, 2026 City Council Agenda
2. December 15, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Documents:
City Council Minutes December 15 2025.pdf
B. Consider payment of claims for December 2025. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Claims 20260105.docx
COUNCIL CLAIMS LIST 12-26-25.pdf
MANUAL CHECK REPORT 12-26-25.pdf
C. Consider approval of liquor license applications. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Liquor license 20260105.docx
D. Consider approval of appointment of Mayor Pro Tem and
appointments to various board and commissions. (Consent
Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Mayor Pro Tem and Appointments 20260105.docx
E. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Board of Adjustment. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Board of Adjustment 20260105.docx
F. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Historic Preservation Commission. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Historic Preservation 20260105.docx
G. Consider a motion re-appointing a representative to the
Mahaska County Solid Waste Commission. (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this Mayor
item.
Documents:
Memo Reappointment to Mahaska County Solid Waste Commission
20260105.docx
H. Consider an ordinance amending sections 15.40.010,
15.40.020, 15.40.030, and 15.40.040 (Urban Revitalization Area)
of the Code of Ordinances for the city of Oskaloosa. (Third
Reading) (Consent Agenda)
Who is submitting this City Clerk
item.
Documents:
Memo Ordinance Amend residential tax abatement 20260105.docx
Ordinance AR City-Wide Housing Urban Revit Plan.docx
7. -------------------- End of Consent Agenda --------------------
8. Regular Agenda
The following agenda items require specific action by the City Council:
A. Consider an ordinance amending Chapter 6.04 – Animal
Control of the Oskaloosa Municipal Code (First Reading)
Who is submitting this Police Department
item.
Documents:
Title_6_Animals Redline.docx
Ordinance Animal Code 20260105.doc
Memo Animal Control Ordinance Amendment 20260105.docx
Title_6_Animals.docx
B. Consideration and action on amending Chapter 10.60 of the
Oskaloosa City Code relative to abandoned or junk vehicles
to provide expanded authority to the Police Department
relative to moving or impounding such vehicles. (First
Reading)
Who is submitting this City Attorney
item.
Documents:
Memo Amending Chapter 10.60 First Reading 20260105.docx
ORD Amending Chapter 10.60 20260105.docx
2026 Fee Schedule - Redline.docx
C. Consider a resolution to approve a 28E agreement between
the city of Oskaloosa and the Iowa Department of Revenue
(IDR).
Who is submitting this Police Department
item.
Documents:
Memo Iowa Department of Revenue 28E Submittal 20260105.docx
Resolution Iowa ABD 28E Approval 20260105 .docx
Iowa IDR 28e 2026.pdf
D. Consider a resolution approving a revision to the Community-
Oriented Revitalization & Enhancement (CORE) Downtown
Improvement Grant Program
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo CORE program plan revision quotes 20260105.docx
Resolution CORE program plan revision 20260105.docx
CORE Downtown Improvement Grant program plan revised 1-5-2026.pdf
E. Consider a resolution awarding a CORE Downtown
Improvement Grant and authorizing payment to Keven and
Jennifer Hempel for property located at 121 North Market
Street.
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo CORE grant Hempel 121 N Market 20260105.docx
Resolution CORE grant Hempel 121 N Market 20260105.docx
Hempel application packet.pdf
F. Consider a resolution authorizing advancement of costs for
an Urban Renewal Project and certification of expenses for
acquisition and demolition of 1716 A Avenue West
Who is submitting this Development Services Department
item.
Documents:
Memo TIF advance 1716 A Ave W 20260105.docx
Resolution TIF advance 1716 A Ave W 20260105.doc
G. Council Calendar
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo Council Calendar 20260105.docx
H. Community Survey Results
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - Community Survey Results.pdf
I. Staff's Start, Stop, Continue Exercise Results
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - Start, Stop, Continue.pdf
Start Stop Continue sorted - FINAL.pdf
J. City Council Brainstorming Activity
Who is submitting this City Manager
item.
Documents:
Memo - City Council Brainstorming Activity Results.pdf
Results of City Council Brainstorming Activity.pdf
City Council Brainstorming Activity Survey.pdf
9. Report on items from City staff
This item is reserved to receive reports from the following:
a) City Manager
b) City Clerk
c) City Attorney
10. City Council Information
This item is reserved to receive reports from the Mayor and City Council. This is an
opportunity for the Mayor or Council to provide updates on activities, events, or items
of note to the public. This is also the opportunity for the Mayor or Council to request
future agenda items, request items to be sent to Committee for review and discussion,
or give direction to the City Manager.
11. Adjournment
If you require special accommodations, please contact the city manager's office at least 24 hour
prior to the meeting at 641.673.9431.