Cedar Falls City Council approves Creekside Business Park public improvement project

The Cedar Falls City Council meeting on March 3, 2025, focused on several key public improvement projects, including the approval of plans for the 2020 Street construction project and the Creekside Business Park project.

The meeting began with a public hearing on the 2020 Street construction project, where council members discussed the plans and specifications for the project. Councilor Shragi commended the efforts made regarding drainage issues on Bluff Street and the Lone Tree project. The council unanimously approved the resolution for the street construction project after a brief discussion.

Next, the council held a public hearing regarding the Creekside Business Park project. City staff member Tom Bitter presented plans to rebuild West Ridge Avenue, which will include dual lane roundabouts and updated infrastructure such as storm sewers and sidewalks. The project requires the acquisition of property rights from two properties. The council moved forward with a resolution to authorize the acquisition of private property for this project, which also passed unanimously.

The meeting also included a second public hearing on a proposed multi-residential urban revitalization plan. This item was prompted by a petition from local residents requesting a second hearing. Public comments were made by neighborhood representatives who expressed strong support for option number six of the revitalization plan, which they believe would better serve the community's needs. Concerns were raised about potential flooding and runoff issues associated with the proposed developments.

The council plans to consider both options for the revitalization plan in the upcoming discussions, with the next steps involving a vote on which option to pursue. The meeting concluded with a reminder that any changes to the plan would require a three-fourths majority vote from the council.