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Council discusses 2026 strategic plan; Jefferson School demolition bids and street‑extension concept north of Walmart
Summary
City staff briefed the council on the 2026 strategic plan including parks and recreation recommendations, a push to secure library‑data cooperation with the county, plans to demolish part of the Jefferson School property pending Iowa DNR approval, and a proposal to connect local streets to open about 14 acres northwest of Walmart for development.
City staff led a broad discussion of the draft 2026 strategic plan at the Dec. 15 Oskaloosa City Council meeting, asking for council feedback on priorities and probing several development opportunities.
Councilors emphasized parks and recreation priorities identified in a community survey and suggested pursuing a formal contract with Mahaska County to clarify library funding and data sharing. The city manager said 123 survey…
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