{
 "city": "Aledo",
 "state": "Illinois",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/aledoil.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Joint Review Board",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-517",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Aledo City Council",
   "headline": "Council will consider a joint funding agreement for SW 6th Street Safe Routes to School",
   "summary": "The Aledo City Council will approve routine items on the consent agenda, including minutes from July 6 and a finance invoice. Council members will take first‑reading votes on two annexation ordinances for 708 NW 2nd Ave and 901 NE 3rd Ave, an intergovernmental parking agreement, a joint funding agreement for SW 6th Street Safe Routes to School, and a motion to reject the bid for the sale of 501 SW 11th Ave. A discussion will be held on purchasing a new electronic message board, and the council will meet in closed session before adjourning.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-516",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Aledo Historic Preservation Commission to discuss downtown placard project",
   "summary": "The Historic Preservation Commission will review the status of the Downtown Plaque & Mural Virtual Tour. The body will also discuss and select a project for Phase III of the Aledo Downtown Historical Site’s Placards.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-514",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Aledo IL America 250 Commission",
   "headline": "Aledo America 250 Commission to discuss upcoming events",
   "summary": "The Aledo IL America 250 Commission will meet to review and discuss events related to the America 250 celebration. The meeting includes a review of minutes from June 29, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-513",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "Aledo City Council",
   "headline": "Council considers time extension for Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition",
   "summary": "The Aledo City Council will meet to review routine financial invoices and a project deadline extension. The body will also discuss the handling of nuisance wildlife.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07062026-515",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07062026-515",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Aledo IL America 250 Commission",
   "headline": "Status updates on Liberty & Legacy events for America 250",
   "summary": "The Aledo America 250 Commission will receive status updates on the Liberty & Legacy Parade (July 3), Liberty & Legacy Festival (July 4), and Spirit of America Reading (July 8). No votes or new business are on the agenda; the meeting is primarily informational.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06292026-512",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06292026-512",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "Aledo City Council",
   "headline": "Aledo council approves police contract renewal and hires two officers",
   "summary": "The Aledo City Council will approve the early renewal of a contract for police body cameras, approve the hiring of a new sergeant and a community resource officer, and discuss new business items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-511",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06152026-511",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "Tax Increment Financing Committee",
   "headline": "TIF Committee to discuss housing development and business tax incentive",
   "summary": "This meeting of the Aledo Tax Increment Financing Committee includes discussion of the Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition Housing Development and a TIF application from Tharp's Splash & Dash 2, LLC for property in Eagle Point Subdivision. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the items are for discussion only.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-509",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-01",
   "body": "Aledo City Council",
   "headline": "Council considers liquor license changes and Sponsler Manor agreements",
   "summary": "The Aledo City Council will review the F/Y 2025 Annual Financial & Compliance Report. The body is deciding on an ordinance regarding Class C liquor licenses and agreements related to the Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06012026-510",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06012026-510",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "Aledo IL America 250 Commission",
   "headline": "Aledo America 250 Commission reviews July 4th festival, parade plans",
   "summary": "The commission will receive status updates on the Liberty & Legacy Parade (July 3, 2026) and Festival (July 4, 2026), as well as the Spirit of America Reading (July 8, 2026). The meeting also includes approval of minutes from April 27, 2026, and setting the final meeting date for June 29, 2026. No fiscal or regulatory decisions are on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-508",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "Aledo City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider liquor license amendment and property sale",
   "summary": "The Aledo City Council will meet to approve consent agenda items including a declaration of covenants for Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition, special event permits for the Aledo Rhubarb Festival and a July 4 parade, and a request for proposals to sell city-owned property at 501 SW 11th Avenue. The council will also hold a first reading of an ordinance to allow Class C liquor license holders to sell alcohol for off-premises consumption. Public comment and a closed session are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-507",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05182026-507",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Aledo City Council",
   "headline": "Council to decide on street resurfacing bid and TIF amendment",
   "summary": "The Aledo City Council will consider ordinances and resolutions including a second reading for the Aledo Downtown TIF district amendment, first reading for covenants on Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition, and a resolution approving an IDOT motor fuel tax-funded street resurfacing bid. Consent items include updating cemetery fees and approving special events for Mind Over Miles, Chalk the Town Green, and the Memorial Day Parade. Old business includes ratification of a gas supply agreement with PEFA, Inc.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05042026-506",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05042026-506",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "Aledo IL America 250 Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to get updates on July 4th parade and festival",
   "summary": "The Aledo America 250 Commission will meet to receive status updates on the upcoming Liberty & Legacy Parade (July 3) and Festival (July 4), along with a Spirit of America Reading event. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment, but no votes on ordinances or contracts.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04272026-505",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04272026-505",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-20",
   "body": "Aledo City Council",
   "headline": "Aledo City Council to consider TIF amendments and property acquisition",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an animal control exception and vote on several ordinances. Key items include TIF district redevelopment agreements and the acquisition of real property.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04202026-504",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04202026-504",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Historic Preservation Commission to discuss downtown placards and murals",
   "summary": "The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to receive a status update on the Aledo Downtown Historical Site’s Placard Project. The body will also review pamphlets regarding downtown murals.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04142026-502",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04142026-502",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-13",
   "body": "Cemetery and Cable TV Committee",
   "headline": "Committee will discuss cemetery fee schedule, surcharge and rules",
   "summary": "The Cemetery Committee will discuss the city code provision on the schedule of fees for columbarium niches. It will also discuss the winter grave preparation surcharge and establish parameters for it. A further item is discussion of cemetery rules and regulations. The meeting includes approval of minutes from 11/19/24 and a public comment period.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04132026-503",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-13",
   "body": "Gas Committee",
   "headline": "Gas Committee to discuss Sensus Advanced Metering Infrastructure",
   "summary": "The committee will review a status update on a water and sewer rate analysis from Stanley Consultants, Inc. Members will also discuss the purchase and installation of Sensus Advanced Metering Infrastructure.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04132026-501",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-06",
   "body": "Aledo City Council",
   "headline": "City Council will consider acquiring property at 708 NW 2nd Avenue.",
   "summary": "The Aledo City Council meeting will approve routine items such as March minutes, a finance invoice, and a $5,000 sponsorship for the Mercer County Family Crisis Center. Council members will vote on Ordinance No. 14, Series of 2026, adopting the FY 2026 Commercial Façade Renovation Program, and on two cemetery transfer petitions involving graves in Lots 19 and 22. An ordinance (No. 16, Series of 2026) will be presented for the first reading to approve acquisition of real property at 708 NW 2nd Avenue. The agenda also includes public comment, old and new business, and a closed‑session discussion.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04062026-500",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04062026-500",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-30",
   "body": "Aledo IL America 250 Commission",
   "headline": "Commission will discuss upcoming America 250 celebration events",
   "summary": "The Aledo America 250 Commission meeting will review several planned events for July 2026, including a parade, Fourth of July celebrations, a festival, and a reading series. No specific decisions are noted; the agenda lists these items under Old Business.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03302026-499",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03302026-499",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-16",
   "body": "Aledo City Council",
   "headline": "Aledo City Council considers vehicle purchases and downtown renovation program",
   "summary": "The City Council will vote on purchasing two Ford F250 trucks and a riding tractor mower. The body is also considering a commercial façade renovation program for the downtown TIF district and the final plat of Albertson Subdivision.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03162026-498",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03162026-498",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-02",
   "body": "Aledo City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to approve 2026 Official Zoning Map (first reading)",
   "summary": "The Aledo City Council will consider several consent agenda items and then vote on action items, including the first reading of Ordinance No. 13, Series of 2026 to adopt the Official Zoning Map for 2026. The council will also consider a resolution authorizing the purchase of natural gas from PEFA, Inc., which involves bond issuance. Additional items include an amendment to minimum dwelling size in the R‑2 residential district and approval of a city sponsorship for the Mercer County Fair with a utility bill not to exceed $3,000.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03022026-497",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03022026-497",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-24",
   "body": "Aledo City Council",
   "headline": "Aledo City Council to vote on new waste collection contract",
   "summary": "The City Council is meeting to decide on the termination of a contract with Lakeshore Recycling Services and the approval of a new contract for solid waste and recycling collection. The proposed new service provider is Quicks Dumpster and Disposal of Alexis, IL.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02242026-496",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02242026-496",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-23",
   "body": "Aledo IL America 250 Commission",
   "headline": "Commission will discuss upcoming 250‑Year celebration events",
   "summary": "The Aledo America 250 Commission meeting will review plans for several July 2026 events, including the 250‑Year Parade, the Aledo Annual 4th of July Celebrations, the Liberty & Legacy Festival, and the Spirit of America Reading. The agenda also includes standard items such as approval of the January 26, 2026 minutes, public comment, and scheduling the next meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02232026-495",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02232026-495",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-17",
   "body": "Aledo City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to approve $47,725.75 purchase of Twinkly Pro Branch Tree",
   "summary": "The Aledo City Council will consider several routine approvals, including ordinance amendments and the sale of two small parcels of land. Council members will vote on a $47,725.75 purchase of a Twinkly Pro Branch Tree and on ending the contract with Lakeshore Recycling Services. Additional items include a street‑closure request for Saucy’s Street Dance and a repeal of a foreign fire insurance tax ordinance.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02172026-494",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02172026-494",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-12",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "Public hearing on proposed amendment to R‑2 dwelling size rules",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will first approve the minutes from its December 11, 2025 meeting (Case No. 2025-01). It will then hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the zoning ordinance that would change the allowed dwelling size in the R‑2 residential district (Case No. 2026-01).",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02122026-491",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-12",
   "body": "Aledo City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to discuss possible termination of Lakeshore Recycling contract",
   "summary": "The Aledo City Council will meet on February 2, 2026 to consider ending its contract with Lakeshore Recycling Services. The agenda also includes a public comment period limited to five minutes per speaker, as well as routine items such as call to order, roll call, and adjournment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02122026-493",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02122026-493",
   "source": "https://www.aledoil.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}