Mount Pleasant, Iowa – The Mount Pleasant City Council met this week to work through a range of business, beginning with a special proclamation honoring the Southeast Symphony Orchestra on its 75th anniversary.
Mayor Steve Brimhall read the proclamation, which highlighted the orchestra’s deep community roots and its historic connection to education and the arts in the region. The mayor praised the group’s ongoing commitment to free admission for children, students, and families in need, noting that Mount Pleasant is proud to serve as the symphony’s home base. “As we celebrate 75 years of excellence, Mount Pleasant honors the role this organization plays in bringing world-class music to Southeast Iowa,” Brimhall said.
Council members then turned to regular agenda items. Among them was the second reading of an ordinance amendment to update language in the city’s zoning code. Following a request from the ACLU, the council moved forward with a change to remove gender-specific terms from the city’s definitions within industrial district regulations. The measure will require one more reading before final approval.
The council also approved the annual Road Use Tax report, a state requirement that details the city’s road expenditures and future planning.
Another matter of business involved a contract for the removal of asbestos-containing materials at the former Texas Church property. Only one bid was received, and it came in more than double the city’s expectations. On recommendation, the council voted to table the item until more information and bids can be gathered.
The meeting concluded with no further new business, and council members expressed appreciation for the community organizations recognized during the session.