Mahaska County Supervisors to Discuss Data Center Ordinance, County Budgets and Building Improvements November 2nd
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors will meet Monday, November 2nd, at 9 a.m. in the third-floor conference room of the Mahaska County Courthouse, located at 106 South First Street in Oskaloosa.
The agenda includes a presentation on a data center ordinance, budget discussions, property tax matters, security improvements, and maintenance projects at county buildings.
The meeting is open to the public, with options to watch online or participate by telephone.
November 2nd Meeting Agenda
Approval of Agenda — Supervisors will consider approving the meeting agenda.
Public Comments — Residents will have an opportunity to address the board.
Data Center Ordinance — A presentation will be made concerning a data center ordinance.
October Claims — Supervisors will review and consider county claims for October 2026.
Veterans Affairs Report — The board will consider the first-quarter VA report.
Cleaning Services Contract — Supervisors will consider renewing the county’s contract with Details Executive Cleaning, LLC.
HHS Building Security — The board will consider the installation of a panic button for Health and Human Services (HHS).
Security Cameras at HHS — Supervisors will discuss and consider cameras and their placement at the HHS building.
County Budget Discussions — Manager Metcalf will meet with supervisors to discuss budgets and possible ways to collaborate.
Annual Weed Commissioner Report — The board will review and discuss the annual report from the county’s Weed Commissioner.
Property Tax Abatements — Supervisors will consider property tax abatements involving four parcels:
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Claims for Refund — The board will consider refund claims involving parcels 1120351001 and 0224400002.
Magistrate Appointing Commission — Supervisors will discuss matters related to an appointment to the Magistrate Appointing Commission.
South 11th Street Building Improvements
Several agenda items involve maintenance and improvements at the county’s South 11th Street building.
Utility Services — Consider splitting utilities at the building.
Fire Alarm Panel — Consider a quote to relocate the building’s fire panel.
Exterior Improvements — Review a quote for work on the building’s exterior.
Fire Suppression System — Discuss matters involving the building’s fire suppression system.
Personnel and Public Comments
Secondary Roads Personnel — Consider a personnel change involving the Secondary Roads Department.
Public Comments — A second opportunity for residents to address the board before the meeting concludes.
How to Attend or Participate
Residents may attend the meeting in person or watch the live stream through the Mahaska County website.
Meeting Date: Monday, November 2nd, 2026
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: Mahaska County Courthouse, Third-Floor Conference Room, 106 South First Street, Oskaloosa
Live Stream: https://www.mahaskacounty.org/board_of_supervisors/meetings.php
Residents who cannot attend in person may participate in public comments or public hearings through the county’s telephone conferencing system.
Call-in Number: 319-382-2695
Conference ID: 802 627 722#
Callers will be asked to state their name and press the pound (#) key.
Those joining by telephone who do not wish to speak are asked to keep their microphones muted to avoid interrupting the meeting.
All listed matters are scheduled for consideration or discussion. Their inclusion on the agenda does not mean the board has approved them.
