By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the Feb. 9 regular meeting of the Guthrie Center City Council, City Administrator Kris Arrasmith shared information on repairs needed at the city’s “shop” building. She noted the budget includes funds (about $65,000) for a roof repair on the building, and some funds are set aside for installation of overhead doors as well.
The council appointed Brandon Monaghan to a six-year term on the library board to replace Marcia Priestley, who retired from the position in the fall of 2025.
Arrasmith updated the council on the status of the Lacey building (next to Subway). She said the Guthrie Center Area Development Corporation received a grant to help fix up the building.
“They got the Challenge Grant,” she said. “The floor is a little soft in spots, but it will be good enough to get things out of there.”
Arrasmith noted that the city will provide in-kind help to empty out the building when work begins.
Regarding RAGBRAI planning, Arrasmith said the initial planning meeting was held with local personnel and RAGBRAI staff. She pointed out that the Facebook page (“RAGBRAI Guthrie Center 2026”) is the best source for anyone wanting to keep up on what is happening and planned for the July 20 arrival of RAGBRAI bicycle riders.