Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting

Tuesday, September 8, 2026

The Board of Supervisors addressed public opinions on the Little Formal Creek Restoration and a land use amendment. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to recognizing Sheriff Kevin Snyder for his 45 years of public service, alongside discussions on High Trestle Trail safety improvements and various administrative resolutions.

About this meeting

Government Body
Board of Supervisors
Meeting Type
Board Of Supervisors
Location
Polk County, IA
Meeting Date
September 8, 2026

Transcript

67 sections

10:33Speaker 6

The Board of Directors of Polkimulai District. Today is the 8th of September. Erika, please make an absent.

10:40Speaker 3

Altringer. Hawkins Smith.

10:43Speaker 3

Connolly. Present. Present.

10:48Speaker 6

Pakoy. Next, the action on the previous meeting. The two. Submitted and approved. Erika absent.

10:57Speaker 3

Altringer. Hawkins. Connolly.

11:05Speaker 6

Apakah ada klaim khusus?

11:07Speaker 6

Tindakan atas daftar tagihan yang diajukan oleh auditor daerah. Absensi.

11:11Speaker 3

Alteringer. Hawkins-Smith. Connelly.

11:18 – 11:49Speaker 6

Mohon berdiri dan bergabung dengan saya dalam ikrat. Setia. on the flag of the United States and the republic represented by it. A nation under God who is not divided. We have some public opinions today. Listen to the first public opinion.

11:49Speaker 1

Our first public opinion is about the plan, specifications, form of contract, and budget for the Little Formal Creek Restoration Project around 2013.

11:57 – 12:08Speaker 6

Is the proof of publication already in the archive? Is there anyone who wants to talk about the problem? Because there is none, we will close this opinion and request...

12:09Speaker 1

This is for number 6. Resolution that agrees with the plan, specifications, form of contract, and budget calculation for the restoration project of Little Formal Creek River Area 13.

12:21Speaker 3

Alteringer? Yes.

12:22Speaker 1

Hawkins-Smith? Connolly?

12:28Speaker 6

Listen to our next public opinion.

12:29Speaker 1

Our next public opinion is about the Petasbu amendment.

12:32 – 12:47Speaker 6

Is the publication evidence already in the archive? Is anyone here to speak? Please enter the podium. Name and address for the recording.

12:48Speaker 5

Journalist, Seribus Duwanta 2 SW Angkeni or The Moines Street in Angkeni.

12:53 – 13:06Speaker 6

I am an official engineer and surveyor. I don't know if you can call me an associate journalist. We are engineers and surveyors for owners of this property.

13:06Speaker 5

So I'm here only to answer questions if you have any questions.

13:12 – 13:23Speaker 6

There is no answer. Thank you. Is there anyone else? Because there is no one, we will close with this public opinion and ask for your opinion. Agreed.

13:23 – 13:40Speaker 1

Discussed and criticized. This is for number 7. The resolution approves the land use amendment for the future of the plan. Comprehensive Pokai County 2050 from the park and open space to be a low density housing, low density housing, 60-some avenue.

13:40Speaker 3

Absent. I'll turn it over. Hawkins-Smith. Finally.

13:52Speaker 6

Regarding listening to public opinion and the amendment of the petition. First, we will present the first opinion for a vote.

13:58Speaker 1

This is the first reading of Regulation No. 8 of the Regulation that approves the change of petazonation from the Agricultural District to a low-content housing in 1560 NW 616 Avenue.

14:25 – 14:38Speaker 6

That is our last action. Next, let's go to the comments, Bob. Is there anyone who wants to speak in front of the council? If there is, please go to the podium, mention your name and address to speak.

14:38 – 15:24Speaker 5

Good morning. I am the mayor of John Edwards from the city of Clive, together with Matt Nequilin, our city manager. We appreciate the opportunity to be here this morning. We would like to thank Pluk County for their role in the access to the Regional Green Dirt Landing in Clive, which can be enjoyed by everyone in the community. In the area near Walnut Creek, there is now the original Oklan Playground, stage, access to water, play area, fishing spot, and water quality improvement. Two of the most influential features are the wetlands and festival areas that exist thanks to Polk County. And we want to give you a sign of our appreciation. I will let Matt explain what it is.

15:27 – 16:08Speaker 4

Thank you, Your Majesty. The donation that we want to give to you has several different components. One that may seem a bit strange to you, but the flag and the fish at the top are actually components of the public art work on the Greenbelt Landing. So if you go there, there are about 400 items like this on the public art work that moves in the wind as part of this project. Therefore, we want to include it for all of our main donors. And this thing sits on a piece of wood from a tree that comes from Clive Greenbelt, which is used as part of the project. Once again, we appreciate Paul County's investment in the regional park facility in Clive City, and we would like to share our appreciation.

16:10Speaker 5

And maybe you want to take a picture.

16:12Speaker 3

Of course. I just want to say thank you. I mean, we're sitting here listening to the public comment.

16:17 – 16:28Speaker 2

And I think this is the first time I've been here. Thank you to us. We have a place in Qatar to invite you. And I'm very happy.

16:28 – 16:40Speaker 6

We love you. All right. Do we want to take a picture now or... Why not? All right. Then we can go. All right. Yes, I thought so. Just a second, I'll tell you. Do you want to talk about it later?

17:20 – 24:36Speaker 1

Is there anyone else here who wants to speak? Alright. Hi, my name is... I touched it. I shouldn't have touched it. Test. Saya sangat percaya untuk menggunakan mikrofon, jadi terima kasih. Nama saya Karol Maher. Saya tinggal di Polkonti di pusat kota Des Moines dan saya malu karena saya tidak membawa kue atau apapun untuk diberikan, tapi lain kali saja. Terima kasih telah menyediakan waktu untuk komentar publik di awal rapat. Saya sangat menghargainya. Dan saya ingin berbicara tentang poin nomor 17, yaitu proyek pekerjaan umum untuk mengerjakan. Beberapa persimpangan yang melintasi High Thristal Trail. And as I'm sure you remember, Courtney Peterson was a cyclist who died when crossing NW 44th Street, then when cycling on the High Trestle Trail. I do appreciate the fact that I'm sure there is a strategy to make crossings safer, but the difficulty is impossible, or it seems almost impossible for civilians to know what the project is actually about. Especially this project this time, and when you look at the website, you can't really find the design or project plan or things like that. So it's best to know what this project is, what are the safety improvements, And will there be more safety improvements that will come? Because as you know, as a cyclist, it is a difficult crossing. Crossings in that field, when you are at high threshold, it is very difficult. And I appreciate your commitment to make it safer, but it is better to know what will actually happen there. Is there anyone else who wants to talk? Yes, no. Good morning. My name is Julie Hegarty, and I am a Paul Countee registrar, and I want to take this opportunity to acknowledge the legacy and great achievement of my colleague. He has dedicated his life to public safety, celebrating 45 years of service this week. Our own Sheriff Paul Countee, Kevin Snyder. He started working for the Sheriff Paul Countee office when he was 18 years old. He set out his career through all the ranks of civil service, from deputy to chief, under three sheriff leaders, where he gained experience from every department. After acknowledging his hard work and responsibility for years, the Ministry of Security appointed him on December 18, 2018, and since then he has been elected twice, due to the negative voice of the community serving him. Currently, he leads 247 staff, which is more than 600 people and 3 staff. I'm sure he can recognize every employee by their name and the name of their family members. Sheriff Schneider gets their respect every day through pure kindness and determination. He is a well-known figure in the region with a high sense of humor and a low heart. If you ever have the opportunity to go around the city with him, you will find that Poki Kaunti is full of thousands of acquaintances who consider him as a friend because he makes everyone feel that way. He knows all the names and secrets of their families. It may be the secret material that makes him an extraordinary public servant. He is Sheriff Andy Taylor from Memberry, our own version. However, he was born and raised on Des Moines Road. He is smart and always ready with his hands and feet, and is friendly. He is sometimes known to be very stupid. But don't get me wrong, he is also firm about crime. One thing that makes him angry is when he finds injustice in other people. Doing the right thing is already in his DNA. The best way to define our sheriff is by describing the pro-active activities that are closest to his heart. He is committed to developing friendship that helps to make our environment safe to live in. National Night Out and the annual Child Car Show to educate young people who may be interested in public safety careers, both held by our sheriff. The Sheriff's Office of Pauke County won the Purgengsi Award. Oh, this is very long. The Sheriff's Office of Pauke County won the Purgengsi Award from the National Sheriffs Association, the only sheriff's office in the United States that won this award twice. Once in 2018, and once again this year, The agenda is filled with activities to support the community and the environment. However, he is still in a hurry to remember to bring a birthday cake to a friend along the road or to pay attention to someone in the middle of the crowd who needs a smile. He will entertain them with a lollipop, a piece of candy, or a small toy. Throughout the Yowa State Exhibition, you will find him circling around with his patrol car, which looks similar to a golf cart. Children's lanterns turn white with a star sticker. It's not uncommon to see him at community events with or without an invitation. Kevin Snyder led by giving a speech, and he truly loved his work, and it was visible, and it was visible. He was highly valued, both nationally and internationally. He had a positive impact on the way the country looked at our region, wherever he went. He was a great ambassador in the Pocay County Sheriff's Office. his sense of duty and commitment to the people of Poké County never wavered. Like most public safety leaders, he was always alert and present in the middle of the night when a crisis occurred. He was watching over us so we could sleep soundly. Erief Sneijder helped to plan and build a warning wall for the fallen peacekeepers when they were on duty. He held a anniversary celebration so that we never forget those who sacrificed to keep us safe. Because of these reasons and many more, Oak County is proud to give a 45-year award to Sheriff Snyder at the Sheriff's Office. We are proud to call him our Sheriff. And my husband, Mike, and I are proud to be our friends.

24:52 – 25:55Speaker 6

I have a certificate to be read on the name of Polk County and the people. The appreciation certificate was given to Sheriff Polk County Kevin Snyder in the celebration of 45 years of service. Polk County is proud to acknowledge Sheriff Kevin Snyder for 45 years of extraordinary public service for the people of Polk County. For more than four decades of service, the Schneider series has shown a strong commitment to leadership, integrity, public safety, and community prosperity. His respected career reflects his extraordinary legacy, dedication to his fellow county people, and his fellow people. This certificate is given with gratitude as an affirmation of the extraordinary achievement and eternal impact of 45 years of service to the county. It was given on September 2nd. So I don't know, Sir Schneider, you have a lot of people here. I don't know if you want to go to the podium or if you want to say a few words. So this is what happens every day.

26:11Speaker 4

Okay, thank you, sir.

26:12Speaker 6

I feel very respected and many staffs. I will look for a job next week because they appreciate this from me. But indeed, you know, it's true.

26:21Speaker 5

I love my work. I love what I do.

26:23 – 26:46Speaker 6

I love this community. And I feel honored to be a part of it and contribute back. And that is the smallest thing I can do for the people of Poké County. And we will continue to move forward. My philosophy is that if we don't try to move forward, we will be left behind. That's why I'm happy to be here in Poké County. And get a good opportunity to cooperate with the Board of Directors. Whether you are a Democrat or a Republican, it doesn't matter.

26:46Speaker 5

It doesn't matter at all.

26:48 – 27:32Speaker 6

We do our best for the sake of public safety and I appreciate it. As I said to everyone, I will not ask if you are a D or R before I make a statement. So this is all about public safety. I have a great staff who makes me look good, makes my work easier, and I appreciate it, and I appreciate being a part of the family of Poke County. So thank you very much. And of course, we can't let you go without taking a picture with us.

28:57Speaker 6

Okay, next we turn to permission.

28:59 – 29:22Speaker 2

Number 10, a new request for permission for alcohol sales for 5 days from 15 to 19 October for animals. Rescue League of Iowa in Tidadu, St. Gurtnam, NE 4544, Mynard East 44th Avenue, Des Moines. And number 11, a new request for permission for alcohol sales for Bolin Manfredi, VFW Post 9662, which is located at 1309 NE Mynard East 6th Producing Avenue, Des Moines.

29:23Speaker 3

Okay, Smith. Connelly.

29:32Speaker 6

Next, Petition No.

29:34 – 30:49Speaker 1

12. Submitting Taxes and Special Evaluation, as well as giving the right to the Chairman to sign a request and a statement of approval for them that are included in the agenda. Move to Resolution. No. 13 and 14 are resolutions given by WNN to the Auditor's Office to report on public opinion on September 22 regarding the release of real estate interests in the area for empty land between 5814 and 5844 South East Six Placings Place, Allentownship, to Russell Cote and the release of real estate interests in the area for empty land between 11 Main Street South East and 13 Main Street South East, Bonner, to Jackson Steele Jr. and Julie K. Steele, as well as Joshua and Don Laru. No. 15 and 16 are resolutions that agree with the final map of the Cooper Corner and Figurus Estates. Resolution 17 receives an offer of as much as Rp. 9.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.000

30:49 – 31:34Speaker 6

But can we discuss it? I support and apologize. So, the contract for this 17th resolution is for the replacement of the hardwood in the Hardwood Zewa Plant and of the Port Street where the road goes. The project of this appreciation is to replace the concrete and the road marks on the side where the road crossed. So, the plan to increase this safety is for the concrete to function as a different surface, so that people can see the road protruding. This is not just a crossing of the road.

31:44Speaker 4

How do we know what kind of improvement will come? Is it already on the website?

32:04Speaker 6

We haven't, but we can provide the information. I think we have done a good job in announcing it, but the previous discussion showed the opposite. So, we will try our best to provide the information there.

32:36 – 32:48Speaker 1

Number 19, resolution that allows the Auditor's Office to publish the information according to public opinion on 22 September regarding the provision of permanent road rights for sidewalks and temporary road rights for construction of obsolete farms in lands known as head resorts.

33:06 – 33:40Speaker 1

Number 20, resolution that agrees to the agreement on the partnership of training and equipment with Fitra. Professor Connelly. Number 21, a resolution that agrees to modify the department in the Department of Conservation.

33:45 – 34:00Speaker 3

Number 22 and 23 are resolutions that agree to reduce the capital of the city of Des Moines and reduce the capital of the city of Urbandera.

34:08 – 34:56Speaker 1

Number 20 Resolution to approve and approve the loan agreement for the 2026A series and regulate the obligation of the area for the general obligation of the 2026A series as well as regulate the payment of taxes for its payment and approval of the release of related documents Number 25 The resolution agrees and approves the loan agreement of the 2026B series and regulates the issuance of the obligation of the purpose of the general obligation area of the 2026B series, as well as regulates the payment of interest for its payment and approval of the submission of related documents. And number 26, the resolution allows the Auditor's Office to issue a public opinion report on October 6 regarding the issuance of the fiscal year 2667.

35:04Speaker 3

Altering. OK. Finally.

35:12 – 35:53Speaker 1

No. 27. The resolution allows the Auditor's Office to report the public opinion on September 22 regarding the release of regional rights on property through rent for more than three years. No. 28. The resolution agrees with Agreement No. 28 with the City of Des Moines and Graham Group for the stabilization and reconstruction of the skywalk related to the dismantling of the round garage. No. 29. The resolution agrees with the agreement with Tyler Technologies for the use of various financial instruments. 30 resolutions agree to complete the litigation of the public record and the 31st resolution points individuals to various committees and committees.

35:54Speaker 3

Hockensmith. Connolly.

36:03Speaker 1

No. 32 and No. 33 are resolutions that agree on the provision of community development incentives and community sponsorship. Next is our communication.

36:11 – 36:22Speaker 3

Boutir 34-38 is communication to the Board of Directors.

36:27 – 36:41Speaker 6

received and received and directed by the auditor, distribute every communication that is received to the office and department of the appropriate area. Is there an action to consider? Yes. Show? Agree to show.

36:42Speaker 3

The second? Yes. Hawkins? Yes. Toneri?

36:47Speaker 6

Comments from members of the committee. There are comments from members.

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