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City Council
The Edwardsville City Council will consider a consent agenda including payment of $2,244,229.07 in claims and approval of the 2027 employee healthcare renewal. Other items include waiving building and tap fees for a Habitat for Humanity project, purchasing software and an excavator, and amending ordinances on water and bid purchases. The council will also hold a closed session to discuss potential real estate acquisition.
- Approval of $2,244,229.07 in claims
- Approval of 2027 Employee Healthcare Renewal
- Waiver of building permit and utility tap fees for Lewis and Clark Habitat for Humanity
- Purchase of First Due Software from First Due Holdings, Inc. for $52,002
- Purchase of 2026 CAT 308 Excavator from Fabick CAT for $177,450
City Council
The City Council will review several equipment purchases, including a new excavator and software, and decide on the 2027 employee healthcare renewal. The body will also consider fee waivers for Habitat for Humanity and updates to water and bidding ordinances.
- Purchase of a 2026 CAT 308 Excavator for $177,450.00
- Sole source purchase of First Due Software Package for $52,002.00
- Waiver of building, water tap, and sewer tap fees for Lewis and Clark Habitat for Humanity
- Alcohol sales bond approval for Café Birdie at 120 S Main St.
- Professional services agreement for East College Street parking improvements
Board of Fire & Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will review and approve minutes from four previous meetings. They will discuss rules and regulations and a contact list. The main action is a closed session to conduct a final background check and interview for firefighter candidate Jacob DuRocher.
- Approve minutes from June 1, 2, 3, and 17, 2026
- Review and publish Board of Fire and Police Rules and Regulations
- Closed session for final interview of firefighter candidate Jacob DuRocher
Recreation, Arts, & Special Events Board
The Recreation, Arts & Special Events Board will discuss and vote on a request from Opera Edwardsville to hold an event on July 31st. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and updates from recreation, program, Wildey, and RP Lumber Center reports.
- Opera Edwardsville event request for Friday, July 31st
- Approval of April 7 regular meeting minutes
- Recreation report
- Program report
- Director's report
Recreation, Arts, & Special Events Board
The Recreation, Arts & Special Events Board will review an event request from Opera Edwardsville for a performance on July 31st. The meeting includes standard agenda items such as roll call, public comment, and the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Approval of April 7, 2026 regular meeting minutes
- Opera Edwardsville performance request for July 31
- Review of Recreation, Program, Wildey Theatre, and RPLC reports
- Election of new Board Chair following Janet Haroian's final meeting
- Discussion of upcoming summer events and facility updates
Historic Preservation Commission
The Commission will review several Certificates of Appropriateness for residential repairs and discuss a monument recommendation for Goshen Commons. Members will also receive updates on various historic district projects including the Stephenson House and Leclaire.
- Goshen Commons Monument Recognition and Locations Plaques recommendation
- Miriam McKinnie murals landmark application
- 316 N Main Street guttering replacement
- 716 Hale Avenue roof and fence replacement
- HPC Ordinance and Guidelines update
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will recommend to the City Council the approval of the Goshen Commons Monument Recognition and Locations Plaques. They will also discuss a landmark application for the Miriam McKinnie murals and consider certificates of appropriateness for property alterations. The meeting includes updates on various historic districts and projects.
- Goshen Commons monument plaques recommendation to City Council
- Landmark application for Miriam McKinnie murals
- 316 N Main Street – guttering replacement (COA)
- 716 Hale Avenue – roof and fence replacement (COA)
- Route 66 Festival planning update
Tourism Advisory Committee
The committee will review and potentially approve the tourism budget for fiscal year 2026/2027. Other business includes updates on tourism grants, Route 66 initiatives, the Goshen Market TAC table, and a proposed social district.
- FY26/27 Tourism Budget
- Tourism Grants discussion
- Route 66 update
- Goshen Market TAC Table
- Social District proposal
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for July 27, 2026 has been cancelled because no new zoning, variance, or special use permit applications were received.
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Plan Commission
The Edwardsville Plan Commission meeting scheduled for July 1, 2026 has been cancelled because there are no items to discuss.
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Agenda
The Edwardsville Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review old business including Goshen Market dates and adoption of the intersection at Buchanan & Hillsboro. New business includes a July bike rodeo, a fall 2026 Bike Bus program, and new eBike Illinois legislation for 2027. The committee will also organize new subgroups on education, policy, community engagement, and marketing.
- Adopt-an-Intersection at Buchanan & Hillsboro
- New eBike Illinois Legislation effective 2027
- July Bike Rodeo event
- Bike Bus program for Fall 2026
- Goshen Market dates: July 4th Bike Parade and September 19th
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Agenda
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review old business including Goshen Market dates, the Adopt-an-Intersection at Buchanan & Hillsboro, and college campus involvement. New business includes planning a July Bike Rodeo, a Bike Bus for Fall 2026, and discussion of new eBike legislation effective 2027. The committee will also organize new subgroups for education, policy, community engagement, and marketing.
- Goshen Market: June 20 (complete), July 4 with Bike Parade, September 19
- Adopt-an-Intersection at Buchanan & Hillsboro
- July Bike Rodeo planning
- Bike Bus for Fall 2026
- New eBike Illinois Legislation for 2027
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will decide on approving the 2027 employee healthcare renewal, which includes a 21.4% increase in medical premiums, a 1.2% dental increase, and no change to vision or life insurance. The total cost increase is $919,712.75. Claims amounts will be announced at the July 7 council meeting. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.
- Approval of 2027 employee healthcare renewal with $919,712.75 total increase
- Claims amount to be announced at July 7 council meeting
- Approval of minutes from June 11, 2026 meeting (which included a development agreement amendment with Fireside Financial LLC)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss and vote on the 2027 Employee Healthcare Renewal. They will also approve minutes from the June 11 meeting and receive a report from the Finance Director. The amount of claims will be announced at the next Council meeting.
- Approval of minutes from June 11, 2026
- Consideration of 2027 Employee Healthcare Renewal
- Finance Director's report
Administrative & Community Services Committee
The committee will consider second readings of ordinances amending water regulations and bid purchase rules, approve a right-of-way easement for Southwestern Electric Cooperative, and authorize a sole-source purchase of a storage container for Goshen Commons. Public comment will be heard.
- Ordinance amending water regulations (Chapter 118) - second reading
- Ordinance amending bid purchase regulations (Chapter 2, Section 2-591) - second reading
- Resolution granting right-of-way easement to Southwestern Electric Cooperative on city property
- Sole source resolution authorizing purchase of storage container for Goshen Commons
- Public comment period
Administrative & Community Services Committee
The Administrative and Community Services Committee is reviewing a comprehensive update to the city's water ordinance. The changes aim to fund system capital replacements and treatment plant updates, including a shift to monthly billing effective November 1, 2026.
- Second reading of the Water Ordinance update (Chapter 118, Article II)
- Second reading of the Bid Purchase Regulation ordinance (Section 2-591)
- Right of Way Easement for Southwestern Electric Cooperative, Inc.
- Purchase of a storage container for Goshen Commons
- New water connection impact fees: $4,100 (inside city limits) and $4,900 (outside city limits)
Public Services Committee
The Public Services Committee will review several high-cost equipment and software purchases. Members will also discuss a professional services agreement for parking improvements and a fee waiver for a non-profit developer.
- Fee waivers for building permits, water taps, and sewer taps for Lewis and Clark Habitat for Humanity
- $177,450 purchase of a 2026 CAT 308 Excavator from Fabick CAT
- $52,002 sole source purchase of First Due software
- Professional services agreement with Crawford, Murphy & Tilly for East College Street parking improvements
- Executive session regarding property acquisition
Public Services Committee
The Public Services Committee will vote on several action items including a resolution to waive building permit, water tap, and sewer tap fees for a Habitat for Humanity home at 216 Crane Street; a sole source purchase of First Due fire department software for $52,002; the purchase of a 2026 CAT 308 excavator for $177,450 from Fabick CAT; and a professional services agreement with Crawford, Murphy & Tilly for East College Street parking improvements. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss property acquisition.
- Waive building, water, and sewer tap fees for Lewis and Clark Habitat for Humanity home at 216 Crane Street
- Sole source purchase of First Due software package from First Due Holdings for $52,002
- Purchase of 2026 CAT 308 excavator from Fabick CAT for $177,450
- Professional services agreement with Crawford, Murphy & Tilly for East College Street parking improvements
- Executive session for property acquisition under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(5)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The June 22, 2026 meeting has been cancelled because no new zoning, variance, or special use permit applications were received.
Plan Commission
The June 17, 2026 meeting of the Edwardsville Plan Commission has been cancelled. The Planning and Zoning Division reported no items requiring action or discussion.
Board of Fire & Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to review the administrative status of police recruitment. The primary focus is finalizing the eligibility list for probationary patrol officers.
- Review of entry-level patrol officer preference points
- Finalization of the Probationary Patrol Officer Eligibility List
City Council
The City Council will consider approving a $442,727.50 contract for pavement patching and a resolution to revoke the development plan for the Amazing Grace at Logan Place PUD. The meeting also includes approvals for a rooftop solar permit, a concrete contract for an all-abilities playground, and a contract for in-car police cameras.
- Approval of 2026 Pavement Patching Contract to RCS Construction ($442,727.50)
- Resolution Approving Revocation of Amazing Grace at Logan Place PUD
- Resolution Approving Rooftop Solar Energy System at 25-27 Gateway Commerce Center Drive East
- Approval of contract to Gillihan Concrete for All Abilities Playground ($37,970.00)
- Resolution Authorizing Police Department to Apply for Tobacco Enforcement Program Grant
City Council
The Council will review several infrastructure bids, including asphalt and paving contracts. They are also considering a rooftop solar permit, the revocation of a development plan at Logan Place, and various city ordinances.
- 2026 Pavement Patching Contract to RCS Construction ($442,727.50)
- Motor Fuel Tax material bids totaling over $230,000
- Special Use Permit for rooftop solar at 25-27 Gateway Commerce Center Drive East
- Revocation of the Amazing Grace at Logan Place PUD Development Plan
- Concrete installation for All Abilities Playground ($37,970.00)
Tourism Advisory Committee
The committee will review the tourism budget for the 2026/27 fiscal year and discuss tourism grants. Members will also receive an update on Route 66 projects and review hotel welcome packs.
- FY26/27 Tourism Budget
- Tourism Grants
- Route 66 Round 6 Update
- Hotel packs and bags
Finance Committee
The Edwardsville Finance Committee will discuss and vote on a resolution to amend a development agreement with Fireside Financial, LLC. The committee will also receive financial reports and note that the claims amount for June will be announced at the next city council meeting.
- Resolution amending development agreement with Fireside Financial, LLC (400 North Main redevelopment)
- Claims amount to be announced at June 16 council meeting
- Finance Director reports on city finances
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will meet to discuss a resolution amending a development agreement with Fireside Financial, LLC. The committee will also receive a report from the Finance Director.
- Amendment to development agreement with Fireside Financial, LLC
Administrative & Community Services Committee
The Administrative & Community Services Committee will consider approving a special use permit for a 2.0 MW rooftop solar system at 25-27 Gateway Commerce Center Drive East, along with several contracts for concrete work and storage containers.
- Resolution approving rooftop solar system at 25-27 Gateway Commerce Center Drive East
- Contract with Gillihan Concrete up to $37,970 for All Abilities Playground
- Contract with Vollis Enterprises up to $20,000
- Ordinance amending water and bid purchase regulations
- Resolution revoking Amazing Grace at Logan Place PUD development plan
Administrative & Community Services Committee
The Administrative and Community Services Committee will review land use permits and updates to city ordinances. The body is deciding on a rooftop solar installation and the revocation of a PUD development plan. They will also consider two new service contracts and a storage container purchase.
- Special Use Permit for rooftop solar at 25-27 Gateway Commerce Center Drive East
- Revocation of Amazing Grace at Logan Place PUD Development Plan
- Contract with Gillihan Concrete for All Abilities Playground not to exceed $37,970
- Contract with Vollis Enterprises, LLC not to exceed $20,000
- Ordinance amendments regarding water and bid purchase regulations