Geneseo public meetings in 2023
44 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
The City Council will consider the Fiscal Year 2024 tax levy and several ordinances regarding bond abatements. The meeting also includes discussions on a digital billboard permit and a facade improvement grant for a local business.
- Tax Levy for Fiscal Year 2024 (O-23-15)
- Facade grant of up to $4,150.50 for Simosky Tax & Accounting at 213 W. First Street
- Digital billboard permit application for 1000 S Oakwood Ave
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Henry County Tourism Bureau
- IMEG proposal for engineering and design of Deep Well & Water Facility
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding an application from Robinson Outdoor. The applicant seeks a variance to construct an off-site multi-message digital billboard, which is currently prohibited by the city's zoning code.
- Public hearing for Robinson Outdoor variance at 1000 S. Oakwood Ave.
- Proposed construction of an off-site multi-message digital billboard
- Recommendation to City Council regarding Sec. 40-150(b) variance
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission is reviewing a request for a digital billboard at 1000 S. Oakwood Ave. and a facade grant for Simosky Tax & Accounting. The commission will also consider recommendations for these items to be sent to the City Council.
- Public hearing for Robinson Outdoor digital billboard at 1000 S. Oakwood Ave.
- Facade grant application for Simosky Tax & Accounting at 213 W. First Street for up to $4,150.50
- Review of billboard variance request for 128 s.f. sign faces and 29.5' height
Special City Council
The City Council will consider zoning changes and a land vacation for a proposed condominium development on Olivia Drive. Additionally, the Council will review a facade renovation for Central Bank and a building permit for a new cold storage facility.
- Zoning change (O-23-13) for Olivia Drive development to R-3 CUD
- Land vacation and $5,000 sale (O-23-14) of Olivia Drive portion to WCKJJ, LLC
- Central Bank exterior facade renovation at 101 N State within the Historic District
- Building permit for a 2,100 sq ft cold storage building by George Koustas at Crowe Laundry
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several administrative and development items, including a proposed 4.99% tax levy increase for fiscal year 2024. Members are also considering zoning changes and land vacation for the Olivia Drive condominium project and various municipal contracts.
- Zoning change (O-23-13) and land vacation (O-23-14) for Olivia Drive condominium development
- Proposed 2024 tax levy increase of $78,428 (4.99%)
- IMEG proposal for Water System Study and engineering services for $91,500
- Windy Point Observation Area Sign replacement for $18,595
- IMLRMA risk management contract with a potential cost of $311,538.97
Plan Commission
The Geneseo Plan Commission will hold public hearings regarding a zoning change for a condominium development and a building permit for a cold storage facility. The commission will also consider a request for exterior facade renovations at Central Bank.
- Zoning change from R-2 to R-3 CUD for WCKJJ, LLC condominium development on parcel #0816276016
- Building permit for a 2,100 sq ft cold storage building for Crowe Laundry within the HCOD
- Certificate of Appropriateness for Central Bank facade renovations at 101 N State
- Review of 09/18/23 meeting minutes
Regular Council
The City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 budget and a zoning change for 225 East Park Street. The meeting also includes discussions on sewer rates, police department cameras, and various utility department capital projects.
- Approval of Fiscal Year 2024 Budget (Ordinance O-23-12)
- Zoning change for 225 East Park Street from R-2 Residential to B-3 Business
- Sewer rate adjustments (Ordinance O-23-11)
- Appointment of Jeffrey Lang to the Police Commission
- Electric Department tree trimming and PD in-squad cameras
Public Hearing
The City Council is conducting a public hearing regarding Ordinance O-23-12 to adopt the budget for all corporate purposes for the 2024 fiscal year. The proposed budget covers various municipal funds including General Fund, Inspections, Public Works, and Public Safety.
- Adoption of 2024 Fiscal Year Budget (Ordinance O-23-12)
- Proposed General Fund administration revenue of $3,656,440.00
- Proposed Public Safety fund revenue of $2,911,816.50
- Proposed Public Works - Street fund revenue of $872,350.00
- Proposed Public Works - Parks fund revenue of $220,535.00
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2024 preliminary budget and several administrative items. Proposed actions include purchasing police in-squad cameras, approving tree trimming for electric lines, and a conditional land sale for a new condominium development.
- Proposed $17,800.54 expenditure for police in-squad camera hardware and year 1 subscription
- Proposed $26,950 expenditure for electric department transmission line tree trimming
- Conditional $5,000 sale of Olivia Drive right-of-way to WCKJJ, LLC for condominium development
- Proposed ordinance O-23-11 to revise sewer rates and related charges
- Appointment of Jeffrey Lang to the Police Commission Board
Special City Council
The City Council is considering a conditional agreement to sell city-owned right-of-way land to WCKJJ, LLC. The sale is intended to support a proposed development of approximately 29 residential condominium units on the north side of Olivia Drive.
- Conditional real estate purchase and sale agreement with WCKJJ, LLC
- $5,000 sale price for approximately 224' x 60' of land on Olivia Drive
- Proposed development of 29 new residential condominium units
- Election of Keith Kennett as Mayor Pro Tem
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission is holding a public hearing regarding an application from Stackhouse-Moore Properties LLC. The applicant seeks to change the zoning of 225 East Park Street from R-2 residential to B-3 business.
- Zoning change application for 225 East Park Street
- Proposed change from R-2 residential to B-3 business
- Public hearing for Stackhouse-Moore Properties LLC
Regular Council
The City Council will consider changes to the utility code and fee schedule, as well as a residential refuse fee. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning amendments and a water main replacement project on 2nd Street.
- R-23-16: Refuse Residential Fee
- O-23-07: Utility Code & Fee Schedule Change
- O-23-08: Zoning Text Amendment regarding Farm Definition & Use
- O-23-10: Addition to Sugar Maple's Condominium Use District
- R-23-17: 2nd Street Water Main Replacement involving $91,661.25 in additional spending
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application to extend the Condominium Use District at 19283 Bluff Road. The proposal involves rezoning 25,144 square feet of agricultural land to R-3 CUD to allow for the construction of an additional duplex unit.
- Public hearing for Construction Group LTD's rezoning application at 19283 Bluff Road
- Proposal to add 25,144 sq ft of land to the R-3 CUD District from Agricultural zoning
- Request to extend the current CUD 145' to the south to construct an additional duplex
Special City Council
The City Council will consider a zoning change for 433 East South Street and a conditional use permit for a law office at 801 S State Street. Additionally, the council will review a development permit for a 28-room addition to Woodridge Supportive Living.
- Zoning change for 433 E South Street from R-2 to R-3
- Conditional use permit for 801 S State Street to be used as a law office
- Development permit for a 28-room addition to Woodridge Supportive Living
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is discussing a proposed increase in residential refuse fees and updates to the utility code. The committee will also review a waiver for competitive bidding regarding a water main replacement on 2nd Street.
- Resolution R-23-16: Proposed residential refuse fee increase from $14.95 to $15.95 per month, effective January 1, 2024
- Ordinance O-23-07: Proposed Utility Code and Fee Schedule changes
- Resolution R-23-17: Waiver of competitive bidding for 2nd Street water main replacement
- Olivia Drive project update from the City Administrator
- Payment of city and utility bills
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission is reviewing proposed text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to resolve conflicts regarding animal keeping and farm definitions. The commission will also discuss a proposal to distinguish between general farms and crop-only production areas in residential zones.
- Proposed zoning text amendment regarding Farm Definition & Use
- Public hearing for proposed amendments to Chapter 40 of the Zoning Ordinance
- Recommendation for Ordinance O-23-08 to the City Council
Regular Council
The City Council will consider a $40,000 Revolving Loan Fund resolution for the Tier 1 Gymnastics & Activity Center. The meeting also includes updates on wastewater treatment plant improvements and various capital asset reports.
- Resolution R-23-14: $40,000 Revolving Loan Fund for Tier 1 Gymnastics & Activity Center
- Contract award for Street Department Post Frame Building
- R-23-15: Proposed fee schedule change for City Burn Pile Contractor Access Permits
- R-22-13: Declaration of surplus electric property
- Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements status update
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold public hearings regarding a zoning change for 433 East South Street, a conditional use permit for a law office at 801 S State Street, and a development permit for a 28-room addition at 620 Olivia Drive. The commission will also consider recommendations for these items to be sent to the City Council.
- Zoning re-classification change for 433 East South Street from R-2 to R-3
- Conditional use permit request for 801 S State Street to operate as a law office
- Development permit for a 28-room memory care addition at 620 Olivia Drive
- Approval of previous Plan Committee minutes from 07/05/2023
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a proposal to amend zoning definitions regarding farm use and crop production. They are also considering a contract award for a new post-frame building for the Street Department.
- Proposed zoning text amendment regarding 'Farm: Crop Production Area Only' definitions
- Contract award recommendation to Greiner Buildings, Inc. for $194,110.00 for a Street Dept. post-frame building
- Discussion regarding changing the annual burn pile permit fee
- Declaration of surplus electric property (R-22-13)
- National Night Out proclamation for August 1, 2023
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request for 5 Maplewood Drive. The applicant is seeking permission to build a new cedar privacy fence that is 8 feet tall, which exceeds the current 7-foot height limit set by the city code.
- Public hearing for zoning variance request at 5 Maplewood Drive
- Variance request to increase privacy fence height from 7' to 8'
- Approval of minutes from the February 27, 2023, meeting
Regular Council
The City Council will review water infrastructure updates and a soil and geotechnical report for the Geneseo Reservoir. The meeting also includes presentations on the 2022 audit tie-out and various capital asset project statuses.
- Water Infrastructure Updates presentation
- Geneseo Reservoir Update - Soil & Geotechnical Report
- 2022 Audit Tie Out to Treasurer's Report presentation
- Appointments to City Boards (R-23-13)
- Review of Capital Asset reports for Electric, Water, Waste Water, and Public Works
Plan Commission
The Commission is reviewing permit applications for multiple message signs at Farmers National Bank and McDonald's on Route 6. Additionally, the Commission reviewed a public hearing regarding a Scooter's Coffee development permit and voted not to recommend approval to the City Council.
- Farmers National Bank multiple message sign permit request (24 sq ft. on Route 6)
- McDonald's multiple message sign permit request (24 sq ft. at Route 6 and Oakwood)
- Scooter's Coffee HCOD Development Permit Application (not recommended for approval)
- Public hearing regarding Scooter's Coffee ingress/egress and traffic safety
Special City Council
The City Council will consider a development permit for a Scooter's Coffee kiosk at 1000 South Oakwood Avenue. Other items include a $80,585 bid for police body cameras and amendments to water emergency and conservation ordinances.
- Scooter's Coffee HCOD development permit application for 1000 South Oakwood Avenue
- $80,585.00 bid from Motorola Solutions for a 5-year Police Department Body Camera System
- Amendments to Chapter 38 regarding Water Emergency Response (O-23-05)
- Amendments to Chapter 38 regarding Water Conservation (O-23-06)
- Appointments to City Plan & Zoning Boards (R-23-12)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is considering a recommendation for a five-year Motorola Solutions body camera and in-squad camera system. The body is also discussing amendments to the city's water emergency response and water conservation ordinances.
- Recommendation of $80,585 bid from Motorola Solutions for a 5-year Police Department Body Camera System
- Proposed amendment to Chapter 38 regarding Water Emergency Response (O-23-05)
- Proposed amendment to Chapter 38 regarding Water Conservation (O-23-06)
- Discussion regarding 'Thrill on the Hill' and residential fireworks
Regular Council
The City Council will consider a new ordinance for water emergency response and conservation. They will also vote on using a $25,000 Miller Foundation grant for the Historical Landing Area and $14,500 for pedestrian bridge engineering.
- Approval of $25,000 Miller Foundation grant for Landing Area Construction
- $14,500 for IMEG preliminary engineering for the Pedestrian Bridge
- Discussion of water emergency response and conservation ordinance
- Review of 2022 Fiscal Year Audits by Wipfli LLP
- Consideration of Body Worn Cameras/In-Squad Camera System
Board of Police Commission
The Board of Police Commission is meeting to discuss sergeant testing and updates on new hires. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from previous meetings held in December 2022 and January 2023.
- Sergeant testing process
- New hire updates
- Approval of meeting minutes from Dec 5, 2022, Dec 26, 2022, and Jan 16, 2023
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a development permit for a Scooter's Coffee kiosk. The commission will then vote to recommend approval or non-approval of the Highway Corridor Overlay District (HCOD) permit to the City Council.
- Public hearing for Scooter's Coffee development permit at 1000 S. Oakwood Ave.
- Scooter's Coffee HCOD building permit application for a drive-through kiosk
- Approval of previous Plan Committee minutes from March 29, 2023
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several administrative items, including appointments to the Plan and Zoning boards. The committee will also discuss the 2022 audit and a lease renewal for Senator Win Stoller.
- Recommendation to renew Win Stoller office lease through 06/30/24 for $265.00 per month
- Recommendation for 2023 Geneseo Farmer's Market License Agreement
- Appointments to Plan Commission and Zoning Board (Resolution R-23-12)
- Status update on Interstate Corridor Welcome Sign & Historical Landing Area
- Preliminary discussion of the 2022 Audit
Regular Council - 09 May 2023- *5:00PM Start*
The City Council will swear in four new members and conduct a training presentation. The meeting includes discussions on street milling contracts, ordinance amendments, and surplus police vehicles.
- Swearing-in of Swanson, Simosky, James, and Rothschild
- Awarding of 2023 Street Milling contract to Brandt Construction for $49,962.15
- Ordinance amendments to 'Nuisances' and 'Solid Waste' (O-23-04)
- Resolution R-23-09 regarding surplus police vehicles
- Resolution R-23-10 regarding unplanned purchase of utility poles
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several administrative items, including the sale of surplus police vehicles and the purchase of utility poles. Members will also discuss updates to city nuisance and solid waste definitions and receive an update on the Pedestrian Bridge project.
- Resolution R-23-10: Unplanned purchase of utility poles not to exceed $27,809.00
- Resolution R-23-09: Sale of surplus police vehicles, including three Ford Explorers
- Ordinance O-23-04: Amendments to 'Nuisances' and 'Solid Waste' code definitions
- Pedestrian Bridge & Historical Landing Area Project update regarding ITEP grant status
- Discussion of $400,573 engineering estimate for the Pedestrian Bridge project
Regular Council
The City Council will review a project update for the Red Zone robotics inspection and consider a facade grant for Red Barn Boutique. The meeting also includes reports on capital assets and various city appointments.
- Red Zone Project demonstration and update
- Red Barn Boutique Certificate of Appropriateness and Facade Grant application
- PD Grant Award for Mobile Vehicle Barrier purchase
- Appointment of City Clerk and Deputy City Clerk
- Appointment of Eric Henderson to the Police Pension Board
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission is considering an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness and a Facade Grant for Red Barn Boutique at 106 S State St. The request includes exterior repairs and upgrades to the historic building to support a new clothing and decor boutique.
- Certificate of Appropriateness application for 106 S State St (Red Barn Boutique)
- Facade Grant Application for Red Barn Boutique
- Proposed exterior work including brick cleaning, painting, and new windows
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review the 2022 Police Department Annual Report and discuss a $46,000 purchase for a mobile vehicle barrier system. The meeting also includes recommendations for city appointments and a proclamation for Junior Achievement Day.
- Purchase of ARX Perimeter Mobile Vehicle Barrier System for $46,000.00
- Presentation of the Geneseo Police Department 2022 Annual Report
- Appointment of City Clerk and Deputy City Clerk (R-23-07)
- Appointment of Eric Henderson to the Police Pension Board (R-23-08)
- Proclamation of April 6, 2023, as Junior Achievement Day
Regular Council
The City Council will consider an engineering services agreement for the NE Drainage Phase #2 Project and an upgrade for police radio equipment. The meeting also includes an annual presentation regarding a farm ground lease agreement with the FFA.
- NE Drainage Phase #2 Project engineering services agreement
- Police Department radio equipment upgrade
- FFA annual presentation on Farm Ground Lease Agreement
- Net Metering Annual Avoided Cost Credit for electric utility
- Approval of City bills and Treasurer's Report
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a proposal for police radio equipment and an annual solar net metering credit. The meeting also includes the approval of city and utility bill payments.
- Proposed $25,507.48 purchase of Starcom Radio Module and equipment for the Police Department
- Proposed adoption of $0.0907 per kWh net metering avoided cost credit for solar customers
- Approval of city and utility bill payments totaling $283,748.34
- Cemetery cleanup scheduled to begin April 01, 2023
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals is considering a variance application from Nick and Molly Borkgren. The request seeks to build a 1,728 square foot accessory building, which exceeds the current 960 square foot ordinance limit by 768 square feet.
- Zoning variance for a 1,728 sq ft accessory building at 13585 N 2150th Ave
- Variance request for 768 sq ft above the 960 sq ft ordinance limit
- Approval of January 23, 2023, meeting minutes
Public Hearing
The City is holding a public hearing regarding a proposed annexation and re-zoning for a 1-acre tract of land owned by Farmers National Bank. This land is commonly known as the Progress North Subdivision.
- Proposed annexation and re-zoning for Farmers National Bank's 1-acre tract
- Progress North Subdivision project
Regular Council - 14 Feb 2023 - *To Begin Immediately Following the Public Hearing*
The City Council will consider several administrative items, including a land annexation and rezoning for the Progress North Subdivision. The meeting also includes discussions on a $493,049.63 drainage project and various municipal grants and purchases.
- Annexation and rezoning of 1 acre of Farmers National Bank land (Progress North Subdivision)
- Approval of $493,049.63 low bid from Brandt Construction for NE Drainage Phase #2
- Facade Grant of up to $10,000 for The Cellar
- Expenditure of $7,664.00 in donated funds for Police Department furniture
- Resolution supporting Tax Increment Financing (TIF) in Geneseo
Plan Commission
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a building permit and rezoning request for a Farmers National Bank drive-thru facility. They will also consider a recommendation for a facade grant for The Cellar.
- Public hearing for Farmers National Bank rezoning from R-1 to B-1 upon annexation
- Proposed 1-acre Farmers National Bank development at 901 North College Avenue
- Facade grant recommendation for The Cellar for up to $10,000 in reimbursements
- Approval of November 21, 2022, meeting minutes
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing options for the NE Drainage Phase #2 project following a high bid. Members will also discuss construction trends, police furniture purchases, and a resolution to support Tax Increment Financing.
- Discussion of three options for NE Drainage Phase #2 after a $493,049.63 bid from Brandt Construction
- Recommendation for $7,664.00 in donated funds to purchase police department furniture
- Consideration of Resolution R-23-02 regarding $191,876.80 in estimated Motor Fuel Tax costs
- Consideration of Resolution R-23-03 to support Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
- Discussion of building and construction trends presented by Building Inspector Rick Mills
Police Pension Board
The Board of Trustees will meet to review investment reports and financial statements. Key agenda items include approving annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners and reviewing retirement benefit applications.
- Approval of annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners
- Review of retirement benefit applications for Andrew Hergert and Daniel Schmitt
- Discussion of Cash Management Policy and local account collateralization
- Review of trustee term expirations and election procedures
- Investment reports from Sawyer Falduto Asset Management, LLC and Verus Advisory, Inc
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Nick and Molly Borkgren. The applicants are seeking a variance to build a 1,728 square foot accessory building, which exceeds the current 960 square foot ordinance limit.
- Public hearing for accessory building variance at 13585 N 2150th Ave.
- Variance request for a 36' x 48' (1,728 sq ft) structure
- Approval of September 12, 2022, meeting minutes
Board of Police Commission Special Meeting
The Board of Police Commission is holding a special meeting to provide an update on hiring. The discussion will focus specifically on the hiring of lateral candidates.
- Hiring update regarding lateral candidates
Regular Council
The City Council will consider updating the annual city license renewal fee schedule and the Personnel Policy Manual. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the performance review process for the City Administrator and Police Chief.
- R-23-01: City Annual Licensing Renewal Fee Schedule update
- Personnel Policy Manual update
- Discussion of City Administrator and Police Chief performance review process
- Treasurer's Report and Capital Asset Reports presentation
- Approval of City bills