Residents press council on Hazel Street condition and Parks & Rec dismissal

During the citizen-hearing portion of the April 13 meeting, two residents addressed the Van Meter City Council. Hayley Carlson of 111 DeSoto Rd. spoke in opposition to the condition of Hazel Street after last summer’s water main project and urged action to remedy the street condition. Amber Bowen of 3112 120th St., Cumming, addressed the council to oppose her removal from the Parks and Recreation Board.

Mayor Herman noted the speakers were signed to speak during the citizen hearing. The public comments were recorded in the minutes; the transcript does not record a council vote or immediate remedial action in response to these specific comments at the April 13 meeting. The council’s consent agenda and later discussion items covered other routine approvals and project actions.

Residents wishing follow-up on these matters would generally be advised to contact city staff or request an item on a future agenda; the transcript does not record a specific staff directive tied to either comment at this meeting.