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…

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Waterloo 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…

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Fall 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…

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Waterloo 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…

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Splash 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…

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Mayor 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…

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Heat 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…

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Waterloo 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…

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