Posts Tagged ‘tim birk’
Waterloo got better with Birk
Waterloo has changed a great deal over the past few decades, with a growing population and ample construction as well as substantial changes to city infrastructure. Alongside several elected officials…
Read MoreWaterloo approves tax levy
The Waterloo City Council on Monday night approved a property tax levy increase for the current fiscal year during its final regular meeting of 2024. A public hearing, as advertised…
Read MoreFall park prep in Waterloo
This month’s meeting of the Waterloo Park District Board featured discussion on the district’s financial position toward the end of the year, recognizing district staff, the end of the splash…
Read MoreWaterloo OKs purchases
Money was on the mind of the Waterloo City Council on Monday night as aldermen approved matters involving department heads, its electric plant, infrastructure and police. The largest monetary item…
Read MoreSplash pad progress reported
Discussion among the Waterloo Park District Board once again centered around continuing progress with the splash pad at William Zimmer Memorial Park, with the board also approving a now annual…
Read MoreThirty electric years in Waterloo
Two longtime members of the Waterloo Public Works Department were recognized at Monday’s City Council meeting for their many years spent building, maintaining and repairing the city’s electric system. City…
Read MoreMayor Smith makes return
To the surprise of many, Waterloo Mayor Tom Smith returned to his usual seat in the council chambers at City Hall to preside over Monday’s meeting of the Waterloo City…
Read MoreHeat could test power capability
Monroe County residents may expect rolling blackouts or brownouts as energy-intensive summer months coincide with a potential shortage of power in the region. Concerns come as the Midcontinent Independent System…
Read MoreWaterloo connecting its walkways
A loop of interconnected sidewalks and multi-use paths through Waterloo is moving closer to fruition. The Waterloo City Council last Tuesday night approved a task order for HMG Inc. to…
Read MoreWaterloo city clerk retires
After 13 years of serving Waterloo, Barb Pace has retired as city clerk. Pace said the decision to step down was mainly due to her health in relation to the…
Read MoreWaterloo talks drones, parking
The Waterloo City Council amended ordinances dealing with drones and the parking of recreational vehicles, trailers and construction equipment on Monday night. The council also learned that Waterloo’s population increased…
Read MoreFlashing speed limit signs provide safe reminder
New flashing speed limit signs on Fourth and Hamacher streets were recently installed in the name of safety near some key Waterloo school zones, it was learned during last week’s…
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