In an effort to allow further public input, the Ames City Council unanimously approved a motion that extended the hearing on the initial approval of the property maintenance code to their next regular meeting on Aug. 8. Prior to any public comment Tuesday, At-Large Rep. Bronwyn Beatty-Hansen had five motions amending the ordinance unanimously approved.
The Ames City Council unanimously approved seven requests from Ames Main Street for RAGBRAI without discussion, which adds to the growing list of already approved measures. The requests for Ames main street within the closed area included: A five-day (July 25-29) liquor license with outdoor service Closure of 147 metered parking spaces Suspension of parking.
The Ames City Council revisited the property maintenance code in unanimously approving a draft of ordinances for first reading July 18 that include restrictions on outdoor yard waste storage, vegetation in the right-of-way and unsecured buildings. During the workshop, the council voted against the city staff’s recommendation of a 10-foot sidewalk clearance and voted for.