

Hi, welcome to Advance Waterloo!
We are a dedicated group focused on providing information about the council/manager system of city governance. Our goal is to empower the citizens of Waterloo to make an informed decision about adopting this system for our city.
Advance Waterloo believes that after reviewing the information, you will be convinced of the advantages that informed decisions and professional management bring to Waterloo.
Thank you for visiting. Let the learning begin.
Don Miller
Mission
What is our goal?
Advance Waterloo’s mission is to inform and encourage the citizens of Waterloo to move the city to a Council/Manager system of government.

Vision
What do we hope for?
Advance Waterloo’s vision is to benefit all Waterloo citizens through a professional management-style government.



Guided Tour
Learn About Our Council-Manager System
Perfect for First-Time Visitors
Learn everything you need to know about the council-manager system in a clear and accessible way. Our Guided Tour provides essential insights and facts to help you understand how council-manager government operates and benefits a community.
Click the button below to begin your journey and discover how decisions are made for our city.
Self Directed Tour
Dive Deeper into Our Council-Manager System
Ideal for Returning Visitors and Independent Learning
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- Explanation of the System
- How It Works
- Efficiency & Professional Management
- Roles in the System
- History of the System
- Benefits
- Mayor and City Manager Qualifications
- Reasonable Facsimilies of Other Managerial Fields
- Cities in Iowa Using the Council/Manager System
- Who creates the budget?
- How is a referendum called?
- What is my involvement as a citizen?
Speak Up, Your Voice Matters
Waterloo City Council Members

Rob Nichols
At-Large Through 12/31/2025

Steve Simon
At-Large Through 12/31/2028

John Chiles
Ward 1 Through 12/31/2025

Dave Boesen
Ward 2 through 12/31/2028

Nia Wilder
Ward 3 Through 12/31/2025

Dr. Belinda Creighton-Smith
Ward 4 Through 12/31/2028

Ray Feuss
Ward 5 Through 12/31/2025