Public comments at meeting miff mayor, council Aug 20, 2008
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Proud crowd: Families overflow Tama Hall to send off Guard unit to Iraq writeLink("vid_id=1129&file=080508send-off/soundslider.swf"); (28) Aug 8, 2008
Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley spoke of the sacrifices the soldiers and their families are making. He talked about what's at stake in the war they will be fighting. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Study finds volunteer spirit strong in Waterloo-Cedar Falls Aug 2, 2008
"It doesn't surprise me at all," Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley said of the findings. "We have a culture of it in Waterloo, we have a history of it. At the end of the day, we care about our community and we care about each other.". (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Beneficiaries express astonishment over Winters' generosity Aug 1, 2008
"It was an astonishing bequest on the part of the Winters," said Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley. "This was just sort of like manna from heaven.". (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
New Waterloo business park lands major project Jul 30, 2008
It builds some momentum, Mayor Tim Hurley said. This is exactly what we want to see here. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Dam cost rises with river levels Jul 28, 2008
A request from Mayor Tim Hurley to give the Waterloo Municipal Band 22,275 in discretionary hotel-motel tax funds, which council members receive and earmark for tourism-related expenses. Awarding a 5 million contract to Cedar Valley Corp. to construct the Commercial Street extension from West Mullan Avenue, around the Cedar Valley TechWorks to Westfield Avenue, including a related storm water pump station. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Descendants of Waterloo pioneers want historic maker to be repaired Jul 27, 2008
She has written a letter to Mayor Tim Hurley ... Mayor Tim Hurley's office said they are looking into the issue. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
County flood, tornado victims get $11 million in FEMA help (28) Jul 26, 2008
Crews, Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley and county Board of Supervisors chairman John Miller were all encouraging their residents to return surveys and questionnaires related to their flood damage and potential buyout interest. Waterloo and Black Hawk County have ended their free roadside flood debris collection, and Cedar Falls soon will be providing it only on a call-in basis. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Contract extended for flood debris monitoring Jul 16, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley said he asked FEMA's top official in Iowa last week about such monitoring contracts and was told they were a good idea. Based on an interim report from BDR, Ceres had collected 2,733 tons of debris by Saturday noon, including 1,531 tons of sandbags, 1,147 tons of general storm debris, 33 tons of appliances and 22 tons of hazardous household waste. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Cedar Falls sets construction record; Waterloo building activity still running strong Jul 15, 2008
Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley said the city expected to see a drop off from last year's casino-inflated construction value. But he noted the city has enjoyed 500 million in new construction over the past four years; and total assessed property values have jumped 28 percent over the last five years. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
City eyes flood buyouts, but not sure when Jul 15, 2008
Patience is going to be tested, said Mayor Tim Hurley. The ideal would be that they would know right now what we are going to do. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Floods delay, but don't derail Waterloo's downtown Vision Iowa projects Jul 7, 2008
"The city was awarded a 7.3 million Vision Iowa grant in January 2003 to help pay for a 20 million downtown face-lift, which included putting a rubber bladder on the dam between Park Avenue and Fourth Street; constructing a trail loop along the downtown riverside; and building a riverfront plaza and amphitheater near the Center for the Arts.A lawsuit filed against the Vision Iowa Board by some Page County residents --- unrelated to the Waterloo projects --- initially delayed the release of grant... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Waterloo casino marks first birthday Jun 30, 2008
"We've increased tourism, added a good corporate citizen, a new entertainment venue and increased tax revenues and gaming grants," Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley said. Don Hoth, chairman of the Black Hawk County Gaming Association, said he can't walk into the casino without wearing a smile. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Waterloo hires contractor to remove flood debris Jun 24, 2008
"City Engineer Eric Thorson said residents who have items damaged by flood waters can begin preparing for the cleanup by getting items sorted into four categories appliances, sand bags, hazardous household materials and general debris and placed in the public parking between the sidewalk and street.Neither city crews nor private contractors hired by the city will enter public property to collect the items."We need people to get these out to the edge of the street, or behind the curb, so they can... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Jump in ridership drives need for 2 new MET Transit buses Jun 24, 2008
From left, Mayor of Waterloo Tim Hurley , General Manager of METRANSIT Mark Little, Chairperson of Metboard David Glenn-Burns and Mayor of Cedar Falls Jon Crews pose around the new bike racks that will now be provided for passengers on two of the Metransit's fleet in Waterloo, Iowa, Tuesday, May 27, 2008 ... Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley and Cedar Falls Mayor John Crews both agree the money the two communities kick in to MET to help pay for new buses is well worth it. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Mayor, Sans Souci residents discuss flooded isle's future (46) Jun 21, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley said the city is interested in pursuing a buyout, which would be paid in part by federal dollars. What remains to be seen is if any such plan will be mandatory, how long it will take and how much money will be available. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Damage estimate: $18 million just for city of Waterloo Jun 20, 2008
ADVERTISING~ Thursday, June 19, 2008 12:02 PM CDT Damage estimate: 18 million just for city of Waterloo By TIM JAMISON, Courier Staff Writer WATERLOO --- As the Cedar River dipped below the flood stage Wednesday, Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley was guessing flood damage in Waterloo could reach 18 million. Pressed to provide an estimate of damage to homes, businesses and public infrastructure caused by record Cedar River flooding, Hurley suggested something in the 14 million to 18 million range. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Waterloo city officials assess flood damage Jun 19, 2008
Two flood gates at the Cedar River levee have been opened to provide relief to the dry side of the levee, according to Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley who spoke at a press conference Tuesday. The last of the pumps in the Blowers Creek area has been shut down and is being moved down river. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Waterloo begins restoring public services Jun 18, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley, public safety officials and Waterloo's department heads announced changes during a news briefing Monday afternoon and were expected to continue holding daily briefings this week. Public safety departments remain on alert, with a fully staffed police department running officers on 12-hour shifts. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Waterloo mulls ways to prevent future flooding Jun 18, 2008
"All last week we were only looking 10 minutes ahead, maybe 30 minutes," said Mayor Tim Hurley. "Now we are in that mode where we are looking months ahead."We need to presume that this is going to happen again," he added. "In order to combat it better in the future, we're going to need to spend some money. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Costly lift stations eyed to avoid future water backups Jun 17, 2008
"All last week we were only looking 10 minutes ahead, maybe 30 minutes," said Mayor Tim Hurley. "Now we are in that mode where we are looking months ahead."We need to presume that this is going to happen again," he added. "In order to combat it better in the future, we re going to need to spend some money. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Lafayette Park area still battles high water Jun 15, 2008
Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley was joined by Police Chief Tom Jennings and Fire Chief Doug Carter in calling for the voluntary evacuation of the area from East 11th Street to the city's border with Evansdale between Franklin Street and the Cedar River. Huge pumps set up to drain the area around Lafayette Park and the former Rath Packing Co. were not decreasing the water level as quickly as hoped. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Parking consultant suggests keeping meters, beefing up enforcement Jun 15, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley said council members will eventually need to address paying for the new meters and possibly more enforcement. From a public policy standpoint, there s been no recent call for raising rates, but I wouldn t rule it out, he said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
City seeking pumps to relieve flooding behind levee system (145) Jun 14, 2008
But Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley said city crews and volunteers are still working to maintain hot spots flaring up behind the levee system. "I need pumps right now," said Hurley, standing Thursday afternoon in the shadows of the former Rath Packing Co. on Lafayette Street where sandbag operations were still in full force. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Government officials try to keep up with the flooding Jun 13, 2008
"It's unbelievable the spirit of everyone I run into," said Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley. When the Cedar River started rising in Waterloo, city officials called in their troops. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Hurley closing downtown Waterloo (8350) Jun 12, 2008
RICK CHASE, Courier Staff Photographer ~ADVERTISING~ Tuesday, June 10, 2008 1:38 PM CDT Hurley closing downtown Waterloo By JON ERICSON, Courier Staff Writer WATERLOO -- Mayor Tim Hurley said that due to rising flood waters, "a progressive and orderly" closing of downtown Waterloo businesses needs to take place. Egress is limited, so officials request that an orderly departure from the downtown area. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Some bridges closing, but Waterloo officials say levees will hold Jun 12, 2008
Though the Cedar River is expected to crest Tuesday at a record flood level of 23 feet, topping even the 1961 flood, Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley assured citizens that the city had the situation under control. "We know what's happening, and we are in control as much as we can be," he said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Council members approve 4 percent raise for city workers Jun 5, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley, who has previously said he supports such a system, indicated Human Resources Director Bob Stringer is putting together information and ideas on how such a system could work in city government. This year's approved 4 percent pay hikes could be even larger for some employees. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Waterloo Council to vote on pay raises Jun 1, 2008
City Council members are scheduled to vote on a recommendation from Human Resources Director Bob Stringer and Mayor Tim Hurley to award 4 percent pay increases to roughly 120 department heads and other city employees not covered by collective bargaining units. Stringer said the raises, which would take effect July 1, would maintain "internal equity" in city government since members of all five labor unions representing city employees will receive similar pay hikes under their negotiated... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Damage carved across Cedar Falls (2919) May 30, 2008
"Shortly after those fences went down we had deer on the runway and that's a real no-no," said Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley. Just across U.S. Highway 218 to the west, the storm knocked down scores of trees and wiped out some powerlines. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Departed vets' families take time to remember May 28, 2008
Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley spoke at the Memorial Day ceremony and reminded attendees that Monday was a day to not only reflect and appreciate the ones who have served and died, but also to recognize the contributions made by those still defending the United States. "Today we remember those who have fought and died for us. We thank them for defending democracy and freedom. As we remember those who have fallen, let us also keep in mind the loved ones who cannot be with us today. ... Let us honor... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Gaming association seeks clarity on downtown projects May 28, 2008
The nonprofit BHCGA board met with Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley and representatives of the Waterloo Development Corp. Monday to clear confusion when city officials asked for additional dollars to complete a riverfront amphitheater near the Center for the Arts. Specifically, BHCGA President Don Hoth said the board wanted to know whether the city or WDC determines how downtown gambling grants are spent. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Bow fishers target approval in Waterloo May 17, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley said Hertges made a "legitimate request" that deserves to be investigated by city staff and considered by the policy makers, but no deadline was given for a possible decision. Council members have granted exceptions to the projectile ordinances in the past for Iowa Department of Natural Resources-sponsored deer harvests in the greenbelt areas and for paintball activities. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
City OKs funds to repair downtown parking ramp May 14, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley said the city will begin routine structural maintenance on the ramps to ensure the repairs last. He called the current bills the "wages of sin" for a lack of maintenance in the past. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Downtown market project scaled back; bids too high May 8, 2008
But Mayor Tim Hurley said the tight budget for the project left no other choice. "It's not something we want to do. We have to get within budget," Hurley said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Council OKs LS power rezoning again May 6, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley accepted comments only from those with new information or those who did not speak at the marathon six-hour public hearing April 28. While a handful of residents touched on arguments both for and against the plant, others expressed dismay about comments or allegations made the week before. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Power plant rezoning plans back on council table May 5, 2008
"The hearing is closed. Period," said Mayor Tim Hurley. "There won't be any presentations allowed unless you (council members) demand. The business is on the council table.". (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Annexation, zoning OK'd for 2nd time May 2, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley has not masked his support for the project over the past year. But he delivered his first public statement on the matter before the vote. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Council adds more teeth to dog rules Apr 23, 2008
"We're polishing it," said Mayor Tim Hurley. The original ordinance allowed a dog to be deemed "potentially dangerous" if it causes injury to a person or domestic animal or is found running at large if its owner has been cited by Cedar Bend Animal Control three or more times within a 12-month period. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Waterloo mayor: Work on streets will bring 'summer of disruption' Apr 19, 2008
Portions of Rainbow Drive and Hammond Avenue already have been shut down to traffic as contractors hired by the city get under way in what Mayor Tim Hurley called an "unusual" year involving rebuilding and resurfacing several high-profile and busy thoroughfares. "You might have already experienced some detours," Hurley said during a news conference Friday. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Mentor program extends reach Apr 19, 2008
Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley, left, and student Damonte Thornton complete a little pre-test on what they know about the Cedar Valley Arboretum Friday morning as they participated in the cleanup project there. (RICK CHASE/ COURIER STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER) ~ADVERTISING~ Saturday, April 19, 2008 6:22 AM CDT Mentor program extends reach By AMIE STEFFEN, Courier Staff Writer WATERLOO --- Each time he grabbed another plastic sack, Malik Collins worked like a machine. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
City plans to privatize building maintenance (2) Apr 16, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley, who was not at the meeting, previously said outsourcing the maintenance operations could save the city up to 120,000 or more each year based on information supplied to the city by Johnson Controls Inc. in 2005. That savings was included in the fiscal year 2007-08 budget adopted by council members earlier this month. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Civilian techs could replace police in labs Apr 12, 2008
"We need to know what we're doing as far as budget," said Mayor Tim Hurley. "What (Jennings) proposes, I like. It's just a matter of how you pay for it.". (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
100 years later, Gotch will have his day again Apr 3, 2008
It has also been declared Frank Gotch Day by Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley, by Humboldt Mayor Watler Jensen and across the state by Governor Chet Culver. I think as Iowans we should remember 100 years ago something monumental happened for the state and the sport of wrestling, said Mike Chapman, executive director of the Gable Museum and Institute. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Power plant zoning proposal hearing is today Apr 1, 2008
a six-county regional planning agency, which is chaired by Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley, announced its support of the project last week, as well. Today s plan commission meeting could be a long one. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
A man with a plan Mar 30, 2008
"Don Temeyer's fingerprints are indelibly marked on the good things that have happened and are continuing to happen in the city of Waterloo," Mayor Tim Hurley said. The era ended Friday when Temeyer retired from his post as community planning and development director. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Trades Council strikes labor deal on power plant Mar 28, 2008
"This is a huge project, and it is obvious to me that there is plenty of work to go around," said Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley. "The support of the trades council will be very convincing to a lot of people who may be on the sidelines with regards to this project.". (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Human Rights panel resolves HUD concerns Mar 23, 2008
"It has always been about money and the ability to do things," said Mayor Tim Hurley. "It was just a matter of how we were going to pay for it.". (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Council approves budget, 5.5% tax increase Mar 17, 2008
Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley is stealing your trademarked slogan to describe the city budget adopted Monday. "Overall, I think this is a very fair and balanced budget," Hurley said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Hearing set on east side TIF district expansion Mar 16, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley s appointment of City Planner Noel Anderson to fill the community planning and development director position when Don Temeyer retires from the post March 31. Senior Planner Aric Schroeder would be promoted to the city planner s position. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Rock of Love Tour comes to My Waterloo Days Mar 15, 2008
Moving the concerts to Young Arena will help make the downtown area the focus of the festival, said Mayor Tim Hurley. This year s My Waterloo Days is a real testament of what you can expect in years to come. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Stuck in a RUT: city road budgets struggle under flat revenue growth Mar 9, 2008
And Mayor Tim Hurley is asking property taxpayers to help offset stagnant state road funding that has failed to keep pace with the rising cost of fuel, wages, health insurance and supplies in the street and traffic operations departments. "This hit us right smack in the head during our worst winter in memory," Hurley said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Public hearing, vote set for Waterloo city budget Mar 9, 2008
During a work session last week, council members generally seemed to support the overall budget but dickered over whether to fund about 75,000 Mayor Tim Hurley proposed for nonprofit agencies and social programs: 44,000 for Pathways Behavioral Services, which provides drug abuse services; 18,000 for the Youth Essential Services program for at-risk youth; 10,000 for the Eastside Ministerial Alliance community center; and 1,500 for KBBG-FM radio. "I don't think a city's core mission is social... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Good Morning, Cedar Valley Mar 7, 2008
7 p.m. Celebrity Film Series, Waterloo Center for the Arts, 225 Commercial St. Mayor Tim Hurley will be on hand for the free showing of the movie The Great Escape. 7 p.m., Black Hawks hockey vs. Des Moines at Young Arena, downtown Waterloo. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Hurley: Better roads lie ahead Mar 1, 2008
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Worst-case city budget shows 6.6% tax increase Feb 29, 2008
6% tax increase By TIM JAMISON, Courier Staff Writer WATERLOO - Mayor Tim Hurley is taking a "steady as we grow" approach to this year's budget process. While Hurley said Waterloo homeowners likely will see a small increase in property tax bills next fall, he believes the city can keep its service levels in next year's spending plan. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Cedar Valley leaders stump for local projects in D.C. this week. Feb 24, 2008
Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley ~ADVERTISING~ Sunday, February 24, 2008 6:15 AM CST Cedar Valley leaders stump for local projects in D.C. this week ... The Cedar Valley coalition trips to Washington, D.C. have been very fruitful for our community, Waterloo Mayor Tim Hurley said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
EMA seeks financial assistance to help others Feb 6, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley noted the EMA sought funding last summer, when it was in the midst of a financial crisis, but was told to return now, during budget preparation time. Hurley noted the city needs to cut 200,000 from its general fund budget requests to complete under state tax rate laws. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Early Waterloo budget figures show 2.2 percent residential tax hike Jan 30, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley updated City Council members Monday on the budget effort, noting some 140,000 needs to be trimmed to get the general fund's main operating budget within the maximum tax rate allowed by state law. That's far less than Hurley and council members have been forced to cut in recent years. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Dangerous dog ordinance debated by Waterloo city leaders Jan 24, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley supported those changes. "We've got to clamp down and get tougher, and this is a good start," he said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Waterloo eyes animal control changes following dog maulings Jan 16, 2008
Tuesday, January 15, 2008 12:03 PM CST Waterloo eyes animal control changes following dog maulings By TIM JAMISON, Courier Staff Writer WATERLOO --- Mayor Tim Hurley said changes are in store for the city's animal control ordinance following several publicized dog attacks. Hurley said City Attorney Jim Walsh is preparing changes to the ordinance as it pertains to dangerous dogs. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Neighborhood still at odds with planned Hammond-Ridgeway signals Jan 11, 2008
Mayor Tim Hurley said residents will be notified before the project is on a City Council agenda. "Has the council already made up their minds? Absolutely not," he said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Councilman airs concerns about Youth Pavilion project Dec 23, 2007
Mayor Tim Hurley, a strong supporter of the Phelps Youth Pavilion, said he respected Gunderson's concerns, but he remains enthusiastic about the project. "I think everyone's frustration, especially those people at the Center for the Arts, has been over the various things beyond our control that have delayed the project," Hurley said. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Audit finds city improves financially Dec 23, 2007
"This is a very good audit; it's good news," said Mayor Tim Hurley, noting the general fund reserves were less than 1. 5 million in fiscal year 2000. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Changing of the guard Dec 19, 2007
Both men took the oath of office Monday --- along with re-elected Mayor Tim Hurley and Ward 2 Councilwoman Carolyn Cole --- and will be seated for the first official council meeting Jan. 7. The remaining council members said their goodbyes to Gunderson and Kincaid, thanking them for their four years of public service. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
