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Geneseo public meetings in 2025

38 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 9, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Special City Council

Geneseo Council to award water tank and well contracts, consider TIF incentives

The Geneseo City Council will vote on awarding two water infrastructure contracts: painting and repairs to the 500,000-gallon elevated water storage tank for $493,250 to Clearcreek Coatings, LTD., and drilling a test well for $187,000 to Gingerich Well & Pump Service, LLC. The council will also consider two TIF-related resolutions: an inducement resolution for Freedom Barricade Services at 1000 W. Main Street and an inducement resolution and services agreement with PGAV for TIF exploration on Ford Rd. and Chicago Street.

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Council Chambers
Tue Dec 9, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Council to review water tower and well bids, TIF incentives

The Geneseo City Council will consider approving several infrastructure contracts and resolutions, including bids for water tower rehabilitation and a new test well, as well as TIF-related agreements. They will also vote on routine items like the treasurer's report, consent agenda, and city bills.

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Council Chambers
Tue Nov 25, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Geneseo committee to weigh $1.9M N. State St. project, TIF consulting

The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will consider recommending approval of several resolutions and contracts to the City Council, including a $1.9 million bid for the N. State Street Phase #2 project, a $29,500 TIF consulting proposal, and a resolution to continue the Chamber of Commerce funding and event fee schedule. The committee will also vote on the 2026 meeting schedule and cancel the December 23 meeting. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per speaker.

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Council Chambers
Tue Nov 25, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Special City Council

Geneseo Council to vote on 4.99% tax levy increase for FY 2026

The Geneseo City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several financial items, including a proposed 4.99% tax levy increase for fiscal year 2026, which would raise $86,560 more than the previous year. The council will also vote on abating general obligation bonds, hiring a TIF consultant, and approving bids for the N. State Street Phase #2 project.

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Council Chambers
Wed Nov 12, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Council to vote on 2026 budget, tax levy, and bond abatements

The Geneseo City Council will consider approving the 2026 fiscal year budget, a tax levy for fiscal year 2026, and ordinances to abate general obligation bonds. The council will also review the treasurer's report, approve consent agenda items including a facade grant for Hanford Insurance, and discuss updates to the personnel policy manual.

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Council Chambers
Wed Nov 12, 2025 · 05:45 PM

Public Hearing

Geneseo City Council holds public hearing on 2026 budget adoption

The Geneseo City Council is holding a public hearing to consider Ordinance O-25-14, which adopts the 2026 fiscal year budget for all corporate purposes. The budget covers January 1 through December 31, 2026, and includes revenue and expenditure projections for the General Fund and other funds. The council will vote on the ordinance after the hearing.

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Council Chambers
Tue Oct 28, 2025 · 01:30 PM

Police Pension Board

Police pension board to review investments, bills, and 2026 meeting dates

The Geneseo Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting to review investment reports, approve bills, discuss a cash management policy, and set 2026 meeting dates. The board will also consider trustee training fees and any retirement or disability applications. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

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City Council Chambers
Tue Oct 28, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Council to review 2026 budget, personnel policy, and TIF consultant

The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will review the proposed 2026 budget, consider updates to the Personnel Policy Manual, and discuss hiring a TIF consultant. They will also consider a resolution for an intergovernmental cooperation contract with the Illinois Municipal League Risk Management Association and a facade grant application for 119 S. State Street.

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Council Chambers
Fri Oct 24, 2025 · 08:30 AM

Board of Police Commission Special Meeting

Police Commission to discuss hiring, lateral list, sergeant testing

The Geneseo Board of Police Commission is meeting to discuss the new hire and lateral list process, as well as sergeant testing. The board will also enter a closed session to discuss background investigations of specific employees, as permitted by Illinois law. This is a routine personnel-related meeting with no public votes on specific items listed.

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Geneseo Police Department Conference Room
Tue Oct 14, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Council to vote on 5-year Republic Services waste contract and utility rate schedule

The Geneseo City Council will vote on a 5-year solid waste collection agreement with Republic Services (2026-2030) and associated fee schedule updates, plus approve the water, sewer, and electric rate schedule (O-25-10). They will also consider ordinances on nuisance weeds/grass, a BYOB license for service businesses, and a grocery tax amendment. The agenda includes routine reports, consent agenda items, and an executive session to review closed-session minutes.

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Council Chambers
Tue Oct 14, 2025 · 05:45 PM

Public Hearing

Geneseo to consider new BYOB license for service businesses

The Geneseo City Council is holding a public hearing to consider amending Chapter 10, Article 3 of the City Code to add a new 'Class J' Service Business BYOB License for alcoholic beverage sales. The meeting includes roll call, the hearing, and adjournment.

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Council Chambers
Tue Sep 23, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Utility rate study proposes water/sewer increases for 2026

The Committee of the Whole will review a utility rate study and consider recommending ordinances to the City Council, including water and sewer rate increases for 2026. They will also discuss adding a BYOB license for service businesses, amending nuisance weed and grass regulations, and adjusting the 2025 meeting schedule. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of city and utility bills.

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Council Chambers
Mon Sep 22, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Plan/Zoning Board

Board to vote on lot-width variance to split 302 E. Chestnut St. into two parcels

The Geneseo Plan/Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request from Brandon Schnowske to split the parcel at 302 E. Chestnut St. into two lots of 67' and 65' width, each 10' narrower than the standard 75' requirement. The board will also approve the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting. The agenda includes one substantive item; the rest is procedural.

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Council Chambers
Tue Sep 9, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Council to weigh Republic Services contract, utility rates, and Olivia Drive CUD layout change

The Geneseo City Council will consider directing staff to bring a new 5-year Republic Services refuse contract (2026-2030) for approval, with water, sanitary, and electric rate decisions to be determined. They will also review a presentation on the 2024 crime report and vote on a revised plat layout for the Olivia Drive Condominium Use District, allowing both triplex and duplex structures. The consent agenda includes approval of previous minutes, a facade improvement grant application, sale of surplus police radios, and board appointments.

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Council Chambers
Tue Sep 2, 2025 · 08:30 AM

Board of Police Commission

Police Commission to review lateral and new hire testing results

The Geneseo Board of Police Commission will discuss the results of lateral interviews and new hire testing, assign a background investigator for candidates, and receive an update on Officer Joe Calhoun. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

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Geneseo Police Department Conference Room
Tue Aug 26, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Special City Council

Council to vote on terminating 2015 FORC trail agreement and new Prairie Park rules

The Geneseo City Council will consider approving resolutions R-25-09 and R-25-10 regarding Prairie Park, including terminating the 2015 agreement with Friends of Off-Road Cycling (FORC) for a trail system that was never built. The council will also discuss a proposed agreement between the Police Department and Geneseo Fire District to use the former Civil Defense Building as a training facility.

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Council Chambers
Tue Aug 26, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Council to review 2026-2030 capital plan and crime report

The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will hear presentations on the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2024 crime report, and will consider recommending approval of a facade improvement grant, sale of surplus police radios, and board appointments. The meeting also includes public comment periods and payment of city bills.

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Council Chambers
Tue Aug 19, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Plan/Zoning Board

Board to consider new layout for Olivia Drive condos with more duplexes

The Plan/Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of a significant change to the approved Condominium Use District (CUD) layout for the Olivia Drive development. The proposed new plat would replace the original plan of nine triplexes and one duplex with three triplexes and seven duplexes, and includes a request for a side-yard setback variance. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting.

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Council Chambers
Tue Aug 12, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Council to vote on two $10,000 facade grants and approve city bills

The Geneseo City Council will consider approving two facade improvement grants of up to $10,000 each, for Local Motive at 126 E 1st Street and Betcher LLC at 119 E 2nd Street, the latter with a waiver of preferred uses. They will also vote on the Treasurer's Report, capital asset reports, meeting minutes, and payment of city and utility bills. The agenda includes routine reports from the Chamber of Commerce, city engineer, and department heads, plus public comment periods.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jul 22, 2025 · 06:30 PM

Special City Council

Council to vote on $221K road overlay bid, generator, refuse RFP, bridge funds

The Geneseo City Council is holding a special meeting to consider four administrative items: accepting a $221,236.10 bid for 2025 HMA overlay work, purchasing a generator for Well #33, approving an RFP for residential refuse services, and continuing the Pedestrian Bridge project at Oakwood Landing with up to $250,000 in local funds. All items are up for a vote.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jul 22, 2025 · 01:30 PM

Police Pension Board

Police pension board to approve retirement benefits and actuarial valuation

The Geneseo Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to review investment reports, approve bills, and discuss the cash management policy. They will also consider approving regular retirement benefits for Timothy Steines, review the actuarial valuation and tax levy request, and elect board officers.

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City Council Chambers
Tue Jul 22, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Council to consider Prairie Park work, FORC termination, generator purchase

The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will discuss and recommend actions on several items, including directing staff on Prairie Park operations and terminating the 2015 FORC trail agreement, approving a $43,470 generator for Well #33, and approving an RFP for residential refuse services. The committee will also review the 2024 audit fund tie-out and consider moving into executive session for litigation.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jul 8, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Council to vote on IDNR license, solid waste fee changes, and Oakwood Landing bridge

The Geneseo City Council will consider several administrative items, including a 5-year license agreement with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, amendments to the solid waste ordinance with fee changes, and a pedestrian bridge project at Oakwood Landing. The council will also approve the treasurer's report, capital asset reports, and city bills, and handle consent agenda items such as surplus property declaration for police bicycles.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jun 24, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Geneseo council to weigh solid waste fee changes, power plant, bridge

The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will discuss proposed amendments to Chapter 30 (Solid Waste) of the city code, including new fees for private tree companies using the burn pile, and receive a presentation on the city power plant operations. The committee will also consider recommending approval of a budgeted pedestrian bridge project at Oakwood Landing and a resolution to declare police department bikes as surplus property. The meeting includes routine items such as payment of bills and public comment periods.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jun 10, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Council to vote on 2024 audit, zoning change, and solid waste fee updates

The Geneseo City Council will consider approving the 2024 fiscal year audit, a zoning classification change for two parcels, and amendments to solid waste ordinances with fee schedule updates. The meeting also includes routine items like the treasurer's report, consent agenda, and payment of bills.

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Council Chambers
Wed May 28, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Plan/Zoning Board

Board to consider rezoning two East 1st Street parcels from B4 to B3

The Geneseo Plan/Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a zoning change for parcels 08-21-207-002 and 08-21-207-003 on East 1st Street from B4 (light industrial) to B3 (central business). The change is requested by Jeremy Dodge of Today's Builders, who purchased the properties from the city in March 2025 under a redevelopment agreement. The board will also approve minutes from the December 16, 2024 meeting.

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Council Chambers
Tue May 27, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Special City Council

Council to vote on temporary public art installation agreement

The Geneseo City Council will consider approving an independent contractor agreement with local artist Jamie Sullivan to place two temporary sculptures on city property. The art is part of a state-funded public art initiative combining sculpture and geo-caching. The agreement involves no cost to the city and includes insurance requirements.

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Council Chambers
Tue May 27, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Geneseo council to consider solid waste changes, grocery tax

The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will discuss proposed amendments to Chapter 30 (Solid Waste) of the city code, including changes to the burn pile and yard waste drop-off rules, and will consider an ordinance to maintain a 1% municipal grocery tax. The committee will also hear an update from the Henry County Tourism Bureau and may recommend items for the June 10 City Council meeting.

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Council Chambers
Tue May 13, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Council to award $54,722 sidewalk contract, approve fund balance policy

The Geneseo City Council will consider awarding a $54,722 contract to Five Cities Construction for the Chicago/Exchange pedestrian sidewalk connections, and will vote on several consent agenda items including a fund balance policy, forgiveness of interfund loans, and renewal of a parking lot lease. The council will also receive the Treasurer's Report and Capital Asset Reports, and hear public comments. The meeting includes routine reports and approvals, with the sidewalk contract being the most significant financial decision.

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Council Chambers
Tue Apr 22, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Geneseo Committee discusses lease renewal and fund policies

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several administrative items, including a 20-year lease extension for the City Hall North parking lot. Members will also consider a new fund balance policy and the forgiveness of an interfund loan.

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Council Chambers
Tue Mar 25, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Geneseo council to review sidewalk replacement, tree rules, surplus property

The Geneseo Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items for recommendation to the City Council, including a sidewalk replacement project on Exchange Street, a tree care ordinance, declaring surplus property, purchasing electric materials for the N. State Street project, and hiring IMEG for the North Water Tower rehabilitation. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Junior Achievement Day and routine administrative updates.

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Council Chambers
Tue Mar 18, 2025 · 08:30 AM

Board of Police Commission

Police Commission to review officer updates and new hires

The Geneseo Board of Police Commission is meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings and discuss updates on Officer Calhoun, the new hire list, commission training, and the lateral list. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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Geneseo Police Department Conference Room
Tue Mar 11, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Council to approve Richmond Hill Park mural contract and stage design proposal

The Geneseo City Council will vote on several items, including a contract for a mural at Richmond Hill Park, selection of a contractor for the park's stage design and construction, and approval of the 2025 zoning map. The council will also consider routine financial reports, consent agenda items, and payment of city bills.

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Council Chambers
Tue Feb 25, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Geneseo committee to set solar net metering credit at $0.0379/kWh

The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will discuss and recommend several items for City Council approval, including setting the 2025 net metering avoided cost credit for solar customers, adopting the 2025 zoning map, and approving a contract for a mural at Richmond Hill Park. The committee will also consider bypassing the standard bid process to contract with Putnam County Painting for the North Water Tower project and discuss an intergovernmental agreement with the school district for a camera installation. The meeting includes public comment periods and a move into executive session for personnel and litigation matters.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jan 28, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Council to vote on waiving bidding for Richmond Hill Park stage

The Geneseo Committee of the Whole will consider Resolution R-25-01 to waive competitive bidding and authorize competitive proposals for the design and construction of a new stage structure at Richmond Hill Park. The project, a heavy timber pavilion on a 20' x 30' concrete slab, is funded by capital funds, grants, and donations, and is being assisted by a Girl Scouts Gold Award student. The council will also pay city and utility bills as presented.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jan 28, 2025 · 01:30 PM

Police Pension Board

Geneseo police pension board to review investments, approve COLA adjustments

The Geneseo Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine pension fund business, including approving minutes, reviewing investment reports, and discussing a cash management policy. The board will also consider a new membership application, approve annual cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners, and review trustee term expirations.

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City Council Chambers
Tue Jan 28, 2025 · 06:30 PM

Special City Council

Council to vote on 11-acre farm lease at renewable energy site

The Geneseo City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two items: approving a 5-year farm lease for 11 acres at the renewable energy site (18998 IL HWY 82) to Tim Gould for $235/acre, and authorizing the use of competitive proposals for the Richmond Hill Park stage design and construction. The lease requires a 3/4 vote of the corporate authorities.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jan 14, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Council to vote on farm lease, easement vacation, and Senator's office lease

The Geneseo City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 14, 2025, with several action items including approving a farm lease for 11 acres at the Renewable Energy Site, vacating an easement on Spring Street, and approving a one-year office lease with Senator Arellano at $295 per month. The council will also receive reports from the Chamber of Commerce, city engineer, and finance director, and consider approval of the treasurer's report, capital asset reports, meeting minutes, and city bills.

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Council Chambers