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From Agenda to Action: Preview of the Ames City Council Meeting for Tuesday, May 26.
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- May 22, 2026
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Summary
In this episode of From Agenda to Action, host Bill Gebhart sits down with Mayor John Haila to preview key items scheduled for discussion at the upcoming Ames City Council meeting. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 26, beginning at 6 p.m. in the Ames City Hall Council Chambers, located at 515 Clark Ave. This episode highlights several agenda items that may be of interest to residents and the community. While it does not cover every topic, it offers a closer look at a few of the discussions Council will be considering and what they could mean for Ames. Think of it as your meeting preview, minus the need to clear your evening or master parliamentary procedure. From Agenda to Action is designed to give listeners a clearer understanding of what is on the agenda, what decisions Council will be asked to make, and how those decisions may impact daily life in Ames. In this episode, we discuss: • Parklets on Main Street and how they could shape the downtown experience• The work of ASSET and how funding supports local organizations and services• The Alliance annual report and what it highlights about community partnerships• Roadway improvements and what is planned across the city• Ongoing budget discussions and what they mean for City priorities Regular Ames City Council meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, and all meetings are open to the public. Have a question or topic you would like covered? Are there agenda items or City Council topics you would like us to discuss in a future episode? Send us an email at [email protected]. Watch City Council meetings live or on demand on the City’s YouTube page. View agendas and meeting materials at www.CityofAmes.org/CityCouncil Important note City Council agendas may change up to 24 hours b…