The Denison Free Press

10/06/2026

AMENDED
REGULAR CALLED CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 ‒ 5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers ‒ Denison, Iowa
Dial In: (312) 626-6799 Meeting ID: 453 000 9887 Passcode: 2633143
Meeting Link:
https://zoom.us/j/4530009887?pwd=eUJkeFMxZHJjZmxhdW1lbkxRZDhXZz09&omn=98994757224
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Roll Call ‒ Crawford, Granzen, Jones, Peterson, Zupp-Smith
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Motion to Approve Agenda
5. 5:00 p.m. Public Hearing to Post Sealed Bids to Dispose City Property
6. Motion to Approve Consent Agenda
a. approve and waive the reading of the minutes for 09/15/2026 second regular meeting
b. approve the bills as presented
c. approve wellness center financials: 082026
d. approve tax abatement for: 1974 Abby Lane
7. Citizen Input – limit 5 minutes
8. Department Director Reports
9. Discussion on Carroll Refuse Fuel request
10. Motion to approve the Agreement for Broad Band Services
11. Motion to approve the agreement with Continental Alarm & Detection for the Boulders Conference Center
12. Motion to approve the estimates from Cummins Sales & Service for the Fire Department Generator, in the amount of $$4,586.18
13. Motion to approve the proposal for the Tree Removal Contract
14. Motion to approve the proposal for the Audit Services
15. Motion to rescind the agreement between the City of Denison and JEO Consulting Group, Inc for Professional Services for the Urban Forestry Management Plan, in the amount of $4,500.00
16. Motion to approve the agreement between the City of Denison and JEO Consulting Group, Inc for Professional Services for the Tree Planting Site Plan and Guidelines, in the amount of $7,240.00
17. Resolution to Dispose of Real Property
18. Resolution Setting Designated Public Notifications
19. Mayor Report
20. City Manager Report
21. Possible motion to enter closed session per IA Code 21.5(1)(i) to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session
22. Action after Closed Session
23. Adjournment
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10/06/2026

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
The Board of Trustees of Denison Municipal Utilities will hold a special meeting at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, in the Board Room at W. Broadway & 7th St., Denison, Iowa.
At the meeting, the agenda is as follows:
1. Not to Exceed $26,000,000 Electric Revenue Capital Loan Notes
A. Resolution fixing date for a meeting on the proposition to authorize a Loan Agreement and the issuance of Notes to evidence the obligations of the City thereunder.
B. Approval of Ahlers & Cooney, P.C., Engagement Letter.
2. Adjournment
Public Participation:
Anyone wishing to address the Board should notify the Secretary of the Board of Trustees at Denison Municipal Utilities at least 30 minutes before the meeting, by phone or in writing.
Denison Municipal Utilities
721 Broadway
Denison, Iowa 51442
Phone: (712) 263-4154
By: Carla Wessel, Board Secretary

10/05/2026

The Denison Free Press published the incorrect ad for the First United Methodist Church Annual Steak Fry in its October 1 edition. Posted is the correct ad and information. The Denison Free Press apologizes for the error.

10/02/2026

Some scenes from the Denison-Schleswig homecoming carnival on October 1 at the Monogram Quality Foods Fieldhouse, and the pep rally and bonfire. A reminder that the homecoming parade will begin at 1:45 p.m. today (October 2) in uptown Denison.

09/29/2026

SPECIAL CALLED CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 ‒ 5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers ‒ Denison, Iowa

Dial In: (312) 626-6799 Meeting ID: 453 000 9887 Passcode: 2633143

Meeting Link:

https://zoom.us/j/4530009887?pwd=eUJkeFMxZHJjZmxhdW1lbkxRZDhXZz09&omn=989

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1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Roll Call ‒ Crawford, Granzen, Jones, Peterson, Zupp-Smith
3. Motion to approve the Special Event Permits and waive the application fees Homecoming
2026: Channel Surfing
4. Resolution Setting Public Hearing for the Disposal of Property – Burgess Property
5. Strategic Planning Session
-No Formal Action will be taken
6. Adjournment

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09/29/2026

Carly Ledesma was named queen, and Steven Ayala was named king for Denison-Schleswig Monarch homecoming during a ceremony at the high school football field on Monday night, September 28. Carly is the daughter of Jose and Maria Ledesma, and Steven is the son of Liliana Machuca and Joel Ayala. See more in this week’s edition of The Denison Free Press.

09/21/2026

Regular Meeting of the Denison School Board
09/21/2026 - 05:30 PM
District Conference Room | Denison High School
Agenda
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Guests, Delegates, Correspondence
4. Consent Items
A. Agenda
B. Minutes
C. Bills (Between Sessions and Payables)
D. Financial Reports
5. Personnel Report
A. Resignations
B. Appointments
6. Superintendent's Report
A. Approve Preschool 28E Agreement with St. Rose of Lima for the 2026-2027 School Year
B. Approve 2026-2027 Contract Between Denison CSD and ADAC, Inc. for St. Rose of Lima Catholic School in the Amount of $63,798.07
C. Presentation of Denison District Literacy Plan
D. Approve Contract with KCR2 for $83,000
E. Approve Engagement of Nolte, Cornman, and Johnson PC to Conduct Financial Audit for Fiscal Year 2026 in the Amount of $23,000
F. Approve 24 Month Contract with Secure Shred Solutions, LLC
G. Approve Out of State Trip for FFA to Indianapolis, IN October 20-23, 2026
H. Approve Northwest AEA 2026-2027 Service Delivery Plan Amendment
I. Second Reading of 103 Long-Range Needs Assessment, 505.08 Parent and Family Engagement Districtwide Policy, 505.08R1 Parent and Family Engagement Districtwide Regulation, 506.1 Education Records Access, 506.1R1 Use of Education Records Regulation, 506.1E1 Request of Nonparent for Examination or Copies of Education Records, 506.1E2 Authorization for Release of Education Records, 506.1E3 Request for Hearing on Correction of Education Records, 506.1E4 Request for Examination of Education Records, 506.1E5 Notification of Transfer of Education Records, 506.1E6 Letter to Parent Regarding Receipt of Subpoena, 506.1E7 Juvenile Justice Agency Information Sharing Agreement, 506.1E8 Annual Notice, 506.2 Student Directory Information, 506.2R1 Use of Directory Information, 506.2E1 Authorization for Releasing Student Directory Information, 506.4 Student Library Circulation Records of Denison CSD Board Policies
J. Second Reading of 503.11 Disruptive Behavior (NEW), 503.11R1 Disruptive Behavior- Building Level Policy Procedures (NEW), 503.11R2 Disruptive Behavior-Students with an IEP (NEW), 605.04 Technology and Instructional Materials, 605.04 E1 Technology and Instructional Materials-One-to-One Digital Device Program Technology Adoption Checklist (NEW) of Denison CSD Board Policies
K. First Reading of 403.06 Drug & Alcohol Testing Program, 403.06E1 Drug & Alcohol Testing Program Notice to Employees, 403.06E2 Drug & Alcohol Program and Pre-Employment Testing Acknowledgement Form, 403.06E3 Drug & Alcohol Program and Pre-Employment Testing Written Consent to Share Information, 405.01 Licensed Employee Defined, 405.08 Licensed Employee Evaluation, 407.01 Licensed Employee Resignation, 407.02 Licensed Employee Contract Release, 407.04 Licensed Employee Suspension, 407.05 Licensed Employee Reduction in Force, 408.01 Licensed Employee Professional Development of Denison CSD Board Policies
L. First Reading of 409.01 Employee Vacation-Holidays-Personal Leave, 409.02 Employee Leaves of Absence (NEW), 409.03 Employee Family & Medical Leave, 409.03R1 Employee Family & Medical Leave Regulation, 409.03R2 Employee Family & Medical Leave Definitions, 409.03E1 Employee Family & Medical Leave Notice to Employees, 409.03E2 Employee Family & Medical Leave Request Forms, 409.06 Employee Jury Duty Leave (RESCIND), 409.07 Employee Military Service Leave (RESCIND), 410.01 Substitute Teachers, 410.03 Truancy Officer, 411.01 Classified Employee Defined, 413.03 Classified Employee Suspension, 413.04 Classified Employee Dismissal, 413.05 Classified Employee Reduction in Force of Denison CSD Board Policies
M. Approve Emergency Operations Plan for the 2026-2027 School Year
N. Update on Crawford County YMCA Usage
O. Administrator Updates
P. Appoint Board Secretary
7. Adjournment

09/21/2026

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING - DENISON MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
The Board of Trustees of Denison Municipal Utilities will hold a regular meeting at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, September 21, 2026, in the Board Room at W. Broadway & 7th St., Denison, Iowa.
At the meeting, the agenda is as follows:
1. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Agenda
B. Approval of August 17th Regular Minutes
C. Approval of Monthly Bills
D. Monthly Finance Reports Acceptance for Filing
2. PFM Financial Advisors
A. Review Financing Scenarios for West Receiving Generation Project
3. Electric Department – West Receiving Generation Project
A. Consider Reimbursement Resolution for West Receiving Generation Project
4. Electric and Water Departments – Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI)
A. Review Proposed Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) System
5. Water Main Replacement Project
A. Consider Pay Request for the 2nd Avenue South Water Main Replacement
6. Wastewater Treatment Department
A. Consider Approval of New Pump for Screenings Building
7. Safety Training
A. Consider Approval of IAMU 2027 Safety Training Outline
8. Electric Department
A. Consider Ratification of Jesse Jens for Electric Lineman Position
B. Consider Ratification of Wage for Electric Lineman Position
9. Water Department – DMACC Internship Program
A. Consider Participation in DMACC Water Environmental Technology Internship
Program
10. Electric Department – Journeyman Lineman Recognition
A. Electric Department – Journeyman Lineman Recognition
11. Any Old or New Business
12. Adjournment
Public Participation:
Anyone wishing to address the Board should notify the Secretary of the Board of Trustees at Denison Municipal Utilities at least 30 minutes before the meeting, by phone or in writing.
Denison Municipal Utilities
W. Broadway & 7th St., Denison, Iowa 51442
Phone: (712) 263-4154
By: Carla Wessel, Board Secretary

09/21/2026

AGENDA
Crawford County Board of Supervisors
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 9:00 A.M.
Board Members: Craig Dozark, Chair | Kyle Schultz, Vice Chair | Ty Rosburg | Jean Heiden | Dave Muhlbauer
9:00 a.m. Call to Order by Chair
Opening Ceremony
Review Agenda
a. Conflicts of Interest
b. Approve the Agenda
Reading and Approval of Minutes
Report of Supervisors and their Standing Committees, followed by Special Committee Reports
Approval of Claims -Clerk of Court Fees August 2026
Notification of Manure Management Plans -First Supplement to Construction - Blue River Ag Holdings Site #2 – 1525 380th St, Westside
Personnel Changes -New Hires – Colton Brink, Landon Wulf, Cameron Blunk, Reserve Deputies – Sheriff’s Office
9:45 a.m. Ben Schaben – County Engineer
Discuss/Take Action – Setting Time, Date, and Location of Public Hearing and Publication thereof related to the Reclassification
of Zoning of parcel from Agriculture to Industrial.
Discussion – Region XII update.
Discuss/Take Action – Rachel Burns - MEI expenses for Iowa Association of County Medical Examiners Fall Conference.
Discussion – Leonard Pithan – Spraying Situation.
Discuss/Take Action – Memorandum of Understanding re: Collective Bargaining Agreement – Landfill.
Discuss/Take Action – Vehicle Assignment & Take-Home Vehicle Policy.
Discuss/Take Action – Letter from Mapleton Food Pantry.
Discuss/Take Action – Approval & Disapproval of the August 2026 Disable Veteran’s, Homestead, & Military Tax Credit Applications.
Discuss/Take Action – Tax Abatement – 2860 170th St, Dow City, Kevin & Heather Cary – New Home.
Discuss/Take Action – Tax Abatement – 2188 Kenwood Rd, Charter Oak, Brett Boettger – New Home.
Discuss/Take Action – Tax Abatement – 2186 Kenwood Rd, Charter Oak, Larry Boettger – New Home.
Discuss/Take Action – Tax Abatement – 2037 130th St, Charter Oak, Stanley & Sherrie Ferguson – Shouse/New House w/garage.
Discuss/Take Action – Tax Abatement – 3099 310th St, Manilla, Kent & Elkie Lansink – New Home w/bsmt.
Discuss/Take Action - Resolution 2026-34 Naming Depositories.
Citizen’s Input
Adjourn
Zoom Meeting - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82264890377?pwd=plGXfHrxFWNkxMIHhPiUwg90CK4kAL.1
Passcode - 738081
Phone – 1 312 626 6799 – (meeting-822 6489 0377)
All those seeking to petition the Board will be granted "5 minutes" of time to state their petition. Petitioners will also be granted an additional "2 minutes" of response time to each question asked by a member of the board.

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09/18/2026

Monarchs take on Harlan tonight
The 1-2 Denison-Schleswig Monarchs will take on the 0-3 Harlan Cyclones tonight at 7 p.m. at Merrill Field in Harlan. Harlan suffered a 39-34 loss to Underwood in its season opener, a 28-19 loss to Glenwood, and a 55-9 loss last Friday to Lewis Central. The Monarchs opened their season with a 21-10 victory over Storm Lake, followed by a 36-7 loss to Atlantic, and then a 20-13 overtime loss in last Friday's game to Council Bluffs Abraham Lincoln. With this post are a few photos from last Friday's game against Abraham Lincoln.