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Regular City Council - Jul 14 2026
Published: Jul 14, 2026
Details on Chemical Treatment for ADM Waste at RWRF Clarified
Councilmember Kearns pulled item 6N, concerning chemicals used to treat waste from ADM for the RWF. The chemicals and micronutrients are added to ADM's flow to support the reactors. ADM is considering a pre-treatment option to inject chemicals at their plant before sending waste to the RWF. The costs associated with these chemicals are covered by the industrial user rate. [cite: 989-991, 993-998]
City Council Discusses New Sewer Rates for Large Industrial Users, Including Potential Adjustments for ADM Project
The council considered an ordinance amending section 52.090 to establish sewer use rates and surcharges for large industrial users, particularly those discharging 5,000 gallons or more per day. This ordinance is linked to the ADM project and the RWRF, with rates intended to cover operating costs, salaries, capital outlay, and loan payments. Councilmember Turpin noted that the $5 rate for industrial users might be subject to adjustment ('true up') every six months based on actual costs incurred by the RWF to process ADM's waste. The team has analyzed utility and chemical costs to project expenses. [cite: 950-951, 955-963, 965-968]
City Council Postpones Decision on Acting City Administrator to Allow for Closed Session Discussion
A motion was made to appoint Brian Lemke as acting city administrator. However, Councilmember Winter proposed an amendment to postpone the decision to the next council meeting to allow for a closed session discussion with all potential candidates. This amendment passed with a 4-3 vote. The council will solicit from candidates whether they consent to a closed session for discussion, and the agenda for the next meeting will be prepared accordingly. [cite: 830-831, 835-838, 841-842, 846, 848-849, 855-857, 860-861, 865-866, 870-871, 874-875, 880, 884-886, 917-938]
Residents Accuse City Council of Lack of Transparency on Proposed AI Campus, Raise Health and Environmental Concerns
Multiple residents expressed concerns regarding the proposed "Project Saturday River," identified as a hyperscale AI campus, citing a lack of transparency and honesty from the city council about the project's timeline and nature. Emails presented suggest council members, including Mayor Scott, were aware of the project significantly earlier than they publicly stated, dating back to September 2024. Residents voiced apprehension about the environmental and health impacts, including water and electricity consumption, emissions, noise pollution, and potential health issues like heart problems, strokes, and hearing loss due to vibrations and infrasound. Concerns were also raised about the project's alignment with the city's comprehensive plan, particularly regarding agricultural land use, and the potential for data centers to strain local grids and utility bills. Additionally, questions arose about the appointment process for the Planning and Zoning Commission and the disclosure of potential conflicts of interest. [cite: 130-132, 134-141, 145-147, 159-163, 177-193, 198-199, 209-211, 215-231, 236, 242-244, 246-251, 254-255, 260-263, 267-268, 273-275, 280-281, 284-285, 296-305, 309-314, 318-321, 331-333, 336-342, 348-351, 376-381, 389-393, 396-397, 455-457, 464-478, 493-498, 503-508, 510-511]
Eagle Point Park Sidewalks Project Approved for Payment After Addressing Constituent Concerns
Councilmember Kearns raised concerns about the thickness of concrete, spacing of expansion joints, and depth of cuts for the Eagle Point Park sidewalks project, based on constituent feedback. He confirmed with Jason and Zane that inspections were conducted and the work is deemed satisfactory. Kearns then made a motion to approve payment request number two to Big River Maintenance Company for the project. [cite: 1077-1081, 1086]
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