Litchfield public meetings in 2024

Economic Development Commission

The Litchfield Economic Development Commission will meet to consider a residential subdivision development assistance request and approve 2025 meeting dates. The agenda also includes approval of November meeting minutes, reports, and comments from the chairman, mayor, and director.

• Residential Subdivision Development Assistance Request (new business)
• Approval of 2025 meeting dates
• Approval of November 25, 2024 meeting minutes

The Litchfield Economic Development Commission approved a development agreement with Jack Matthews Development for partial reimbursement of TIF-eligible expenses for a proposed residential subdivision on the Clark Lane Extension. The project includes 34 single-family and 12 triplex lots, with the city reimbursing 50% of eligible costs up to $3,248,290. The commission also approved 2025 meeting dates. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved development agreement with Jack Matthews Development for TIF reimbursement up to $3,248,290 (all in favor)
• Approved 2025 meeting dates (all in favor)

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will vote on several zoning changes, including converting a property at 601 S. State Street from single-family to multifamily residential and approving a minor subdivision. The council will also authorize an emergency repair of fire ladder truck cylinders for up to $46,067 and discuss a grant update.

• Ordinance to approve minor subdivision plat for Hay Subdivision (dividing PIN#10-35-100-054 into two tracts)
• Ordinance to rezone Hay Subdivision from A-1 agricultural to S-1 single family residential
• Ordinance to rezone 601 S. State Street from S-1 single family residential to M-F multifamily residential
• Motion to authorize emergency repair of ladder extension cylinders on Ladder Truck 803 by Mac’s Fire & Safety for up to $46,067
• Discussion of grant update with Milano & Grunloh Engineering

The Litchfield City Council approved a minor subdivision plat for the Hay Subdivision, dividing PIN#10-35-100-054 into two tracts, and rezoned the property from A-1 Agricultural to S-1 Single Family Residential. The council also rezoned 601 S. State (former Sihler School) from S-1 to M-F Multifamily Residential to allow renovation into apartments. An emergency repair of ladder extension cylinders on Ladder Truck 803 was authorized for up to $46,067. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the multifamily rezoning.

• Approved minor subdivision plat for Hay Subdivision (8-0)
• Approved zoning change from A-1 to S-1 for Hay Subdivision (8-0)
• Approved zoning change from S-1 to M-F for 601 S. State (7-0-1 abstention)
• Authorized emergency repair of Ladder Truck 803 cylinders up to $46,067 (8-0)
• Approved 2025 meeting dates and holiday schedule (8-0)
• Approved executive session minutes from Nov 7 and Nov 17, 2024 (8-0)

Tourism Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss the 2024 Litchfield Pickers Market. The session includes operational updates from the Tourism Office and reports from local partners.

• Review of 2024 Litchfield Pickers Market
• Tourism Office operations update
• Updates from Great Rivers & Routes
• Lake and hotel updates

The Tourism Advisory Committee approved the October 15, 2024 minutes and reviewed items for the 2025 markets, including a food court side street, 10th anniversary t-shirts, and hoodies. Member Jean Bruner Jachino announced she is stepping down from the committee due to a job change. Lake Superintendent Heather Bell reported on updates to the marine store, beach house, cabins, and campgrounds, including a new online reservation system.

• Approved October 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Reviewed 2025 market items: food court side street, t-shirts, hoodies
• Noted Jean Bruner Jachino's resignation from committee
• Heard lake update: marine store remodeled, beach house work, cabin updates, online reservation system, new primitive campground

Planning Commission

The Litchfield Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning amendment requests, then vote on whether to recommend approval or denial. One request seeks to rezone a parcel in Deer Hollow from agricultural to single-family residential and approve a minor subdivision. The other seeks to rezone 601 S. State St. from single-family to multi-family residential. The commission will also vote to approve previous meeting minutes.

• Zoning change from A-1 Agricultural to S-1 Single family residential for parcel #10-35-100-054 in Deer Hollow subdivision
• Minor subdivision request for parcel #10-35-100-054 in Deer Hollow subdivision
• Zoning change from S-1 Single family to M-F Multi-family at 601 S. State St. (parcel #15-04-176-01)
• Approval of October 14, 2024 meeting minutes

The Litchfield Plan Commission unanimously recommended three zoning and subdivision actions for two parcels, all passing with nine yes votes and two absent. The commission approved minutes from the November 18 meeting and adjourned.

• Approved November 18, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0, 2 absent)
• Recommended zoning change from A-1 Agricultural to S-1 Single Family for parcel 10-35-100-54 (9-0, 2 absent)
• Recommended minor subdivision of parcel 10-35-100-54 in Deer Hollow Subdivision (9-0, 2 absent)
• Recommended zoning change from S-1 Single Family to M-F Multi-Family for parcel 15-04-176-017 (9-0, 2 absent)

Zoning Board

The regularly scheduled December 9, 2024 meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled due to no pending business. No items were discussed or decided.

Area Ambulance Special Service Board

The Litchfield Ambulance Special Service Area Board will meet on December 5, 2024, to consider approving the SSA budget and a resolution for a tax levy. The board will also review and potentially approve the Decennial Committee on Local Government Efficiency report. Minutes from the November 2023 meeting are also up for approval.

• Motion to approve the SSA budget
• Motion to approve a tax levy resolution for the Litchfield Special Service Area
• Decennial Committee on Local Government Efficiency report and motion to approve the Decennial Report
• Motion to accept minutes from the November 16, 2023 meeting

Public Notices

The Litchfield Ambulance Special Service Area Board will meet to approve its budget and a resolution for a tax levy. The board will also discuss and vote on the Decennial Report from the Committee on Local Government Efficiency.

• Approval of the SSA budget
• Resolution for a tax levy for the Litchfield Special Service Area
• Approval of the Decennial Report on Local Government Efficiency

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will meet on December 5, 2024, to consider a property tax levy ordinance for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and approve multiple redevelopment agreements in Tax Increment Financing districts. Other business includes bids for demolition of vacant structures, water treatment gate repair, squad car repair, and a tourism grant agreement.

• Ordinance to levy property taxes for fiscal year beginning May 1, 2024
• Redevelopment agreement with Veterans Elite Development for 415 N State Street & 108 W Union Avenue in TIF #1
• First amended redevelopment agreements for 215/217 and 221 N State Street in TIF #3
• Redevelopment agreement with RBW Investments for 201 N State Street in TIF #1
• Demolition bid of $23,800 from Niehaus Services for four vacant residential structures

The Litchfield City Council approved several economic development agreements, including redevelopment agreements with Veterans Elite Development and Construction LLC for 415 N. State St. and 108 W. Union Ave., and with RBW Investments, Inc. for 201 N. State St., as well as first amended agreements for 215/217 and 221 N. State St. The council also approved the annual tax levy ordinance, a $23,800 demolition bid, a $8,000 water treatment gate repair, a $12,179.12 squad car repair, and a $35,700 Route 66 grant agreement. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with two absent.

• Approved Tourism Committee appointment of Steven Bryant to fill unexpired term through May 2027 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from November 21, 2024 regular meeting (6-0)
• Approved transfer of sales tax funds to general fund for bills and payroll (6-0)
• Approved tax levy ordinance for fiscal year May 2024-April 2025 (6-0)
• Approved redevelopment agreement with Veterans Elite Development for 415 N. State St. & 108 W. Union Ave. (6-0)
• Approved first amended redevelopment agreement for 215/217 N. State St. (6-0)
• Approved first amended redevelopment agreement for 221 N. State St. (6-0)
• Approved redevelopment agreement with RBW Investments for 201 N. State St. (6-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Litchfield Economic Development Commission will consider TIF assistance requests for properties at 415 N. State Street / 108 W. Union Ave. and 309-325 N. State Street. The commission will also discuss strategies for retaining industrial-sector businesses. Routine items include approval of August meeting minutes and reports from the mayor and economic development director.

• TIF Assistance Request – 415 N. State Street & 108 W. Union Ave.
• TIF Assistance Request – 309-325 N. State Street
• Discussion on Strategies for Retention in the Industrial Sector
• Approval of Meeting Minutes from August 26, 2024
• Economic Development Director’s Report

City Council

The City Council will vote on several administrative appointments and lease extensions. The body is also reviewing a car wash development project and a TIF 4 redevelopment public hearing schedule.

• Resolution to designate $399,451.75 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for 2025 street oiling and maintenance
• Site Development Plans for a car wash on lots 31, 32, and 33 in the Route 66 Crossing 9th Addition
• Lease extension for 60 years for Lake Lou Yaeger Lakeshore Lease at 98 Arrowhead Lane
• Appointment of Annmarie Mampe as Budget Officer for May 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026
• Ordinance amending Municipal Code Section 52.05 regarding Water Service Policy

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Litchfield Tourism Advisory Committee will discuss a review of the 2024 Litchfield Pickers Market and receive updates on tourism office operations, along with announcements from the Chamber, hotels, lake, and Great Rivers & Routes.

• Approval of minutes from October 15, 2024
• Review and ideas for the 2024 Litchfield Pickers Market
• Update on tourism office operations
• Announcements from Chamber, hotels, lake, and Great Rivers & Routes

Litchfield Police Pension Board

The Litchfield Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially approve the actuarial valuation and corresponding tax levy request, along with monthly financial reports and investment updates from IPOPIF. The board will also consider bills, cash management policy, trustee training expenses, and set 2025 meeting dates.

• Consideration of actuarial valuation and tax levy request (Item 12a)
• Presentation and approval of monthly bills (Item 5b)
• Review and update of cash management policy and repeat monthly withdrawal instructions for 2025 (Item 5d)
• Investment report from IPOPIF/Verus Advisory, Inc. (Item 6a)
• Approval of trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses (Item 8a)

Litchfield Fire Pension Board

The Litchfield Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to handle routine business including financial reports, approval of bills, and member applications. A special hearing on a disability claim for Benjamin Black is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. The board will also consider an actuarial valuation and tax levy request, trustee training expenses, and updates on compliance.

• Special setting at 9:30 a.m. for disability hearing regarding Benjamin Black
• Applications for membership from Cody Durbin, Kody Golike, Evan Kershaw, and Joseph Quinn Sr.
• Contribution refund for Joshua Mayfield
• Discussion/possible action on repayment of creditable service for Justin Law
• Review/approve actuarial valuation and tax levy request

Planning Commission

The Litchfield Planning Commission will hear a presentation from Jennifer Helgen regarding a Site Development Plan for a car/dog wash on lots 31, 32, and 33 in 66 Crossing 9th Addition. The commission will then vote on a motion to recommend or deny the plan. Other business includes approval of October 14, 2024 minutes and discussion of 2025 meeting dates.

• Jennifer Helgen car/dog wash Site Development Plan for lots 31, 32, and 33 in 66 Crossing 9th Addition
• Motion to recommend or deny the large-scale development site plan
• Approval of October 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2025 meeting dates

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will vote on approving design and construction engineering agreements totaling up to $78,000 for expanding Bicentennial Campground. They will also discuss negotiations with Montgomery County on animal control services, consider a bid for a Ford F-150 pickup truck, and vote on an emergency roof grant for a residential property. Several other routine items and an executive session for legal and personnel matters are on the agenda.

• Motion to approve a design engineering agreement with Milano & Grunloh Engineering ($48,000) and a construction engineering/material testing agreement ($30,000) for Bicentennial Campground expansion
• Discussion on negotiations with Montgomery County regarding animal control services
• Motion to accept bid from Victory Lane for a Ford F-150 pickup truck ($51,229)
• Motion to approve ordinance amending water service policy (Section 52.05)
• Motion to approve bid from 3D Excavating for electric conduit installation at West Side Industrial Park ($63,000)

Zoning Board

The regular November 4, 2024 meeting of the Litchfield Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled due to no pending business. No items were considered or discussed.

Economic Development Commission

The City of Litchfield Economic Development Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for October 28, 2024, has been cancelled because there was no pending business. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will consider several items including rezoning two parcels for multifamily housing contingent on Low Income Housing Tax Credit funding, selling city-owned property at 619 N. Madison Street, and extending a lakeshore lease for 60 years. They will also vote on setting annual salaries for City Clerk ($10,000) and Deputy Clerk ($5,000), and approving an employment agreement. The meeting includes an executive session for litigation and personnel matters.

• Rezoning PIN# 10-33-227-001 from A-1 agricultural to M-F multifamily contingent on LIHTC
• Rezoning PIN# 10-33-203-004 from S-1 single family to M-F multifamily contingent on LIHTC
• Sale of 619 N. Madison Street (PIN# 10-33-318-009) to Malissa J. Talbert
• Amendment to Lake Lou Yaeger Lakeshore Lease for 277 Westlake Trail extending 60 years
• City Clerk pay set to $10,000 annually, Deputy Clerk pay to $5,000 annually

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Tourism Advisory Committee will discuss and review the 2024 Litchfield Pickers Market and hear updates on tourism office operations. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and various announcements regarding chambers, hotels, and regional routes.

• Review and ideas for the 2024 Litchfield Pickers Market
• Update on tourism office operations
• Approval of minutes from August 20, 2024 meeting

Planning Commission

The Litchfield Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and then a regular meeting to consider recommending an amendment to the zoning ordinance. The amendment would rezone two parcels (10-33-100-001 from Agricultural, and 10-33-203-004 from Single Family) to Multi-Family residential, to allow demolition of the old Kirk Terrace Housing and construction of single-family, duplex, triplex, and quadplex homes. The commission will vote on a recommendation to the city council, contingent on funding approval.

• Zoning change for parcel 10-33-100-001 from A-1 Agricultural to M-F Multi-family residential
• Zoning change for parcel 10-33-203-004 from S-1 Single family to M-F Multi-family residential
• Demolition of old Kirk Terrace Housing and construction of mixed housing types (single-family, duplex, triplex, quadplex)
• Public hearing followed by meeting with vote on recommendation to city council
• Recommendation contingent on approval of funding

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure repair contracts for water and wastewater systems. The body is also considering the disposal of surplus police property and a bid opening for 619 N. Madison Street.

• Contract with Johnson Controls for Water Treatment Facility security and fire alarm repairs not to exceed $12,361.56
• Proposal from Vandevanter Engineering for Ohren Drive lift station motor and pump repair not to exceed $14,049.24
• Annual preventative maintenance proposal from Vandevanter Engineering for 11 lift stations not to exceed $11,244.00
• Ordinance to declare Litchfield Police Department personal property as surplus for sale or disposal
• Bid opening for 619 N. Madison Street (PIN# 10-33-318-009)

Economic Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Economic Development Commission scheduled for September 30, 2024 has been cancelled due to lack of business pending. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including the creation of a Business District with a new sales tax, approval of the final plat for the I-55 Commerce Center Subdivision, and awarding multiple contracts for Carnegie Building renovations totaling over $485,000. The council will also vote on a change order for Jackson Street road work up to $179,000 and a hunting season ordinance at LLYRA.

• A motion to approve the appointment of Stacie Peecher as interim Treasurer.
• An ordinance establishing the Litchfield Business District and authorizing a new sales tax within it.
• A resolution approving the final plat for the Litchfield I-55 Commerce Center Subdivision.
• A change order with Rooters Asphalt for Jackson Street road work not to exceed $179,000.
• Awarding multiple bids for Carnegie Building Renovations, including mechanical, plumbing, wiring, masonry, and labor contracts.

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Litchfield Tourism Advisory Committee will review and discuss the 2024 Litchfield Pickers Market, along with routine updates on office operations, chamber activities, hotel and lake updates, and Great Rivers & Routes announcements. The agenda contains limited substantive business beyond the market review.

• Review of 2024 Litchfield Pickers Market
• Approval of minutes from August 20, 2024 meeting
• Tourism office operations update
• Chamber and hotel updates
• Lake and Great Rivers & Routes announcements

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review and vote on the Litchfield I-55 Commerce Center preliminary plan and final plat. Additionally, the commission will discuss Downtown C-3 district building standards and Appendix B, followed by a motion to recommend boundary lines for the C-3 district.

• Public hearing and vote to deny/accept the I-55 Commerce Center preliminary plan & final plat
• Discussion of Downtown C-3 district building standards and Appendix B, with a motion to recommend boundary lines

Zoning Board

The Litchfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and meeting on September 9, 2024, to consider a request for a relaxation of setbacks to construct a garage. Following the public hearing, the board will vote to approve or deny the variance. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and board vote on a request for relaxation of setbacks variance to construct a garage

City Council

The City Council will first hold a public hearing on a proposed Business District Plan, then consider multiple action items including a development agreement for a TIF #1 project at 216 N. State Street. Other business includes appointments, fund transfers, contracts for beautification, storage containers, fire academy training, a truck route resolution, and a parking lot change order.

• Public hearing on proposed Litchfield Business District Plan
• Appointment of Nicole Zeisler as interim Treasurer
• Development agreement with Bradley & Danell Fogle for 216 N. State Street in TIF #1
• Resolution establishing a Class II Truck Route on Airport Trail, Historic Old Route 66, and Skyview Drive
• Ordinance to allow controlled youth hunting season at Lake Lou Yaeger Recreation Area

The Litchfield City Council held a public hearing on a proposed business district sales tax, then approved several routine items including appointments, contracts, and resolutions. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Appointed Nicole Zeisler as interim Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved fall and holiday beautification proposal up to $13,790 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two steel storage containers up to $15,000, contingent on zoning variance (7-1)
• Approved payment to Peoria Fire Academy up to $14,625 (unanimous)
• Approved Class II truck route resolution (unanimous)
• Approved change order for parking lot work up to $12,600 (unanimous)
• Approved development agreement with Bradley & Danell Fogle for 216 N. State Street (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with MGT Impact Solutions for interim financial services (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will consider a TIF assistance request for 216 N. State Street and hear a presentation on a business district plan by Jared Kanallakan. The commission also will approve minutes from the July 29 meeting and receive reports from the chairman, mayor, and economic development director.

• TIF Assistance Request – 216 N. State Street
• Business District Plan – presentation by Jared Kanallakan
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 29, 2024

Litchfield Police Pension Board

The Litchfield Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to review financial reports from Lauterbach & Amen, discuss the preliminary actuarial valuation, and elect board officers. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, bills, trustee training expenses, and updates on member eligibility and legal matters.

• Presentation and approval of bills (accountant's report)
• Review of preliminary actuarial valuation
• Board officer elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Assistant Secretary
• Appointment of FOIA Officer and OMA Designee
• Annual Independent Medical Examination for Mark Baker

Litchfield Fire Pension Board

The Litchfield Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold hearings on continuing disability benefits for Sean Vinson and Benjamin Black. The board will also consider a new legal services contract with Dennis J. Orsey, P.C., review and approve routine financial reports and bills, and discuss membership matters including a contribution refund for Joshua Mayfield and a possible repayment of creditable service for Justin Law. Officer elections for board president and secretary are also on the agenda.

• Hearing regarding continuing disability benefits for Sean Vinson
• Hearing regarding disability status for Benjamin Black
• Discussion/Possible action on new contract for legal services with Dennis J. Orsey, P.C.
• Contribution refund application for Joshua Mayfield
• Board officer elections for President and Secretary

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will consider multiple bids, ordinances, and resolutions at its August 15 meeting. Key decisions include awarding contracts for parking lot maintenance and street overlay, approving a School Resource Officer agreement with the school district, and adopting an ordinance banning camping on public property. The council will also authorize a change order for shoreline protection at Lake Lou Yaeger and declare surplus property from the fire department. An executive session is planned to discuss closed-session minutes, personnel, and property pricing.

• Award parking lot maintenance bid to Charles E. Mahoney Co. for up to $55,890.10
• Award Chestnut Street overlay bid to Charles E. Mahoney Co. for up to $18,945.18
• Approve Memorandum of Understanding for School Resource Officer with Litchfield School District
• Adopt ordinance adding Section 103.03: Camping on Public Property to City Code
• Approve change order with American Shoreline Inc. for shoreline protection at Lake Lou Yaeger for up to $19,546.00

The Litchfield City Council approved an ordinance adding Section 103.03 to City Code Chapter 130, banning camping on public property, despite public comment urging collaboration on homelessness issues. The council also approved several contracts, including parking lot maintenance and street overlay, and authorized a school resource officer agreement with the school district.

• Approved ordinance banning camping on public property (8-0)
• Awarded parking lot maintenance bid to Charles E. Mahoney Co. for $55,890.10 (8-0)
• Awarded Chestnut Street overlay bid to Charles E. Mahoney Co. for $18,945.18 (8-0)
• Approved surplus declaration and sale of Fire Department property (8-0)
• Approved School Resource Officer MOU with Litchfield School District (8-0)
• Approved change order for Lake Lou Yaeger shoreline protection with American Shoreline Inc. for $19,546.00 (8-0)
• Declared 619 North Madison Street surplus (8-0)
• Approved minutes of July 2, 2024 executive session (8-0)

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Litchfield Tourism Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from July, discuss billboards under unfinished business, and receive updates on office operations, chamber and hotel news, lake updates, and Great Rivers & Routes announcements.

• Discussion on billboards (unfinished business)
• Tourism office operations update
• Chamber, hotel, lake, and Great Rivers & Routes announcements

The Tourism Advisory Committee approved a motion to remove two small northbound billboards, keep the large northbound billboard, and add one southbound billboard. The committee also decided to postpone discussing food vendors at the Pickers Market until next year. No other formal votes were taken; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and announcements.

• Approved removing two small northbound billboards, keeping the large northbound billboard, and adding one southbound billboard (all in favor)
• Decided to wait until next year to reassess food vendors at the Pickers Market

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing at 6:15 p.m. to discuss Phase I and II of the Water Distribution System Improvements, then convene a regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. to vote on development agreements for two businesses in TIF districts. Other business includes approving prior meeting minutes and authorizing a fund transfer for paying bills.

• Public hearing on constructing Phases I and II of the Water Distribution System Improvements
• Motion to approve a development agreement with Kismet Coffee LLC for 400 N. Monroe Street in TIF #2
• Motion to approve a development agreement with Midwest Aftermarket LLC for 407 W. Ryder Street in TIF #3
• Motion to set a public hearing date for establishing a business district
• Motion to direct the City Clerk to transfer sales tax revenue to the general fund for paying bills

Economic Development Commission

The Litchfield Economic Development Commission will consider two Tax Increment Financing (TIF) assistance requests for properties at 400 N. Monroe and 407 W. Ryder. The commission will also discuss a finalized business district plan to be presented at the August 26 meeting. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• TIF Assistance Request – 400 N. Monroe
• TIF Assistance Request – 407 W. Ryder
• Business District Discussion (finalized plan to be presented at August 26 meeting)

The Litchfield Economic Development Commission approved two TIF assistance agreements: one for Kismet Coffee LLC at 400 N. Monroe Street, covering 50% of eligible expenses capped at $113,971 over 6 years, and another for Midwest Aftermarket LLC at 407 W. Ryder Street, covering 50% of eligible expenses capped at $401,000 over 6 years. Both motions passed unanimously. The commission also discussed a proposed business district with a 1% sales tax, to be presented at the August 26th meeting.

• Approved TIF agreement for Kismet Coffee LLC at 400 N. Monroe Street (50% of eligible expenses, capped at $113,971, over 6 years) - all in favor
• Approved TIF agreement for Midwest Aftermarket LLC at 407 W. Ryder Street (50% of eligible expenses, capped at $401,000, over 6 years) - all in favor
• Approved minutes from June 17, 2024 meeting - all in favor

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will vote on several public works contracts, including a $333,950 low bid proposal from Rooters American Asphalt for repaving South Jackson Street from Sargent Street to Tyler Street. Other items include sole-source proposals for lift station repairs and replacements totaling over $350,000, as well as discussions on a $96,426 state grant for water main improvements. The council will also consider resolutions for grant commitments and professional services agreements.

• Motion to award $333,950 low bid to Rooters American Asphalt for repaving and curb work on South Jackson Street (Sargent to Tyler)
• Motion to approve $233,970 sole-source proposal from Haier Plumbing & Heating to replace lift station and force main at the beach house
• Motion to approve $87,617.63 sole-source proposal from Vandevanter Engineering to replace seven lift station alarms and install four additional alarms
• Motion to approve $36,395.11 sole-source proposal from Vandevanter Engineering for control panel and guide pipes at North Monroe lift station
• Discussion of $96,426 Energy Transition Community Grant from DCEO for engineering fees on water main improvements (8,380 LF of 8” and 6” watermain)

The Litchfield City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including lift station repairs, street repaving, and engineering services, along with resolutions supporting grant applications. All votes were unanimous (7-0) with one alderman absent. The council also accepted minutes and authorized bill payments.

• Approved $36,395.11 sole-source proposal for North Monroe lift station control panel and guide pipes (7-0)
• Approved $87,617.63 sole-source proposal for lift station alarms replacement and installation (7-0)
• Awarded $333,950.00 low bid to Rooters American Asphalt for South Jackson Street repaving and curb work (7-0)
• Approved $233,970.00 sole-source proposal for beach house lift station and force main replacement (7-0)
• Approved resolution of support for DCEO RDMS grant (7-0)
• Approved professional services agreements with Milano and Grunloh Engineers for CDBG water system improvements (7-0)
• Approved consulting services agreement with Governmental Consulting Solutions (7-0)
• Approved Electric Line Extension Agreement with Ameren Illinois (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a bid for wastewater treatment facility repairs and a feasibility study for a new redevelopment project area. The meeting also includes discussions regarding fire equipment procurement and a facade improvement grant.

• Repair bid for WWTF administration structure not to exceed $24,700.00
• Purchase of Amkus-IS320 ION Spreader from Dinges Fire Company
• Feasibility study for a new redevelopment project area and TIF designation
• Facade improvement grant agreement for 317 W. Union Ave.
• Appointment of Dale Weidler to the Tourism Committee

City Council

The City Council will consider several economic development motions, including building repair grants and a development agreement for 1403 W. Ferdon Street. The agenda also includes fire department equipment purchases and shoreline protection for Lake Lou Yaeger.

• Lease agreement with Curaleaf for a laydown yard at Industrial Park West
• Purchase of approximately 1,200 tons of CA-6 rock from Beelman Trucking at $18.90 per ton
• Development agreement for 1403 W. Ferdon Street in TIF #1
• Purchase of six sets of Innotex Turnout Gear up to $18,918.00
• Bid acceptance from American Shoreline Inc. for Lake Lou Yaeger protection

Tourism Advisory Committee

The committee will review minutes from the January 17, 2024 meeting. Members will discuss whether to change the committee's meeting frequency to quarterly. The agenda also includes an update on tourism office operations.

• Discussion on changing meeting frequency to quarterly
• Update on tourism office operations

Economic Development Commission

The commission will consider a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) assistance request for 1403 W. Ferdon Street. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the business district.

• TIF Assistance Request – 1403 W. Ferdon Street
• Business District Discussion

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including paving bids for Chestnut and Columbia Streets. The council will also address police vehicle procurement and an ordinance regarding tattoo parlors in the C-2 district. Other items include economic development updates and lake maintenance.

• Paving contracts for Chestnut Street ($179,200) and Columbia Street ($134,200)
• Ordinance to allow tattoo parlors as a special use in the C-2 district
• Purchase of Panasonic laptops for police not to exceed $34,000
• Purchase of Dodge Pursuit vehicles not to exceed $113,000
• Engineering agreement for sidewalk installation totaling $60,895

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and meeting regarding a proposed text amendment. The commission will consider recommending or denying the amendment to allow tattoo parlors via special use permit in C-2 districts before sending it to the city council.

• Text amendment for tattoo parlors in C-2 Commercial districts by Special use permit
• Review of May 13, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding C-3 districts

Economic Development Commission

The Litchfield Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and hear reports. The main business item is a request for TIF assistance for a property at 1406 W. Ferdon Street. The meeting also includes comments from the chairman, mayor, and commissioners.

• TIF assistance request for 1406 W. Ferdon Street
• Approval of April 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Economic Development Director's report

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will consider appointing Robbin Huffman to fill the unexpired Ward 2 alderperson term, along with several committee appointments. The council will also vote on multiple purchases, including a lawnmower, rescue equipment, and elevator repairs, as well as agreements for financial services, a TIF development, and a gas main extension. Several zoning items are on the agenda, including a special use permit for a tattoo parlor.

• Appoint Robbin Huffman to fill unexpired Ward 2 alderperson term
• Purchase 2024 John Deere Z950M lawnmower for up to $11,150.81
• Approve development agreement with J & N Enterprises for 4 Thunderbird Circle in TIF #1
• Reject all bids for Carnegie Building Renovation
• Special use permit for tattoo parlor at 107 W. Ryder (appointment only, 8am-8pm)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and meeting to consider a special use permit for a tattoo parlor in a commercial district. The body will also review a final plat and minor subdivision for Lot 40 of the 66 Crossing addition.

• Special use permit request for a tattoo parlor in a Commercial district
• Final plat for Lot 40 66 Crossing addition (parcel pin 10-32-300-032)
• Survey plat and legal description for a Minor Subdivision for Lot 40 66 Crossing (parcel pin 10-32-300-032)

Litchfield Fire Pension Board

The Litchfield Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting to review financial reports, approve bills, and discuss pension-related matters. The agenda includes contribution refunds, a reciprocity update, a possible repayment of creditable service, and a disability review. The meeting is scheduled for May 6, 2024, at Litchfield City Hall.

• Approval of bills and monthly financial report from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
• Contribution refunds for Christopher Bierworth and Joshua Mayfield
• Discussion/possible action on repayment of creditable service for Justin Law
• Annual disability review for Sean Vinson
• Approval of trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses

Litchfield Police Pension Board

The Litchfield Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will review monthly financial reports and bills from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP. The meeting includes processing membership applications and survivor benefits for deceased pensioners. Trustees will also address training expenses and legal updates.

• Monthly financial report and bills from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
• Membership application for Lucas Ostendorf
• Surviving spouse benefits for Sabina Webster
• Approval of trustee training registration fees and expenses
• Legal updates from Silver Lake Group, Ltd.

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will consider appointing Robbin Huffman to fill the unexpired Ward 2 alderperson term, along with several committee appointments. They will also vote on contracts for a SCADA system upgrade, tourism promotion, sidewalk reimbursement changes, two TIF development agreements, and a patrol boat purchase.

• Appoint Robbin Huffman to fill unexpired Ward 2 alderperson term
• Approve SCADA system upgrade from Aria Filtra, not to exceed $55,000
• Approve tourism agreement with Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau, not to exceed $40,000
• Approve development agreements for 305/307 N. State Street (STRIS Investments) and 219 N. State Street (Caleb and Rachel Osborne) in TIF #1
• Award patrol boat bid to Hank's Marine for $74,498.68

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will vote on several contracts and resolutions, including a new fire truck, water treatment chemicals, a sidewalk engineering agreement, and a sidewalk master plan. They will also consider selling city-owned property and entering executive session to discuss personnel matters, including possible employee termination.

• Award bid for KME FC-94 1800 Gallon Pumper Tanker to Mac's Fire and Safety, not to exceed $726,650
• Award bids for water treatment chemicals to Mississippi Lime, Donau Carbon, USALCO, Hawkins, and Brenntag
• Approve engineering agreement with Milano & Grunloh for sidewalk on Sallee Street, not to exceed $38,051.10
• Adopt Litchfield Sidewalk Master Plan
• Authorize sale of 1524 N. Madison Street to Lindell and Vernetta Hardt

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Litchfield Tourism Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from January and receive reports on tourism office operations, chamber announcements, hotel and lake updates, and Great Rivers & Routes news. The agenda is mostly routine updates with no major decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 17, 2024 meeting
• Tourism Office Report: update on office operations
• Chamber announcements
• Hotel updates
• Lake updates

Economic Development Commission

The Litchfield Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear comments, and discuss old and new business. Key items include TIF assistance requests for properties at 219, 305, and 307 N. State Street, plus broader TIF and business district discussions. The agenda is routine with no final votes scheduled.

• TIF assistance request for 219 N. State Street
• TIF assistance request for 305 & 307 N. State Street
• TIF assistance discussion
• Business district discussion

Economic Development Commission

The Litchfield Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss old and new business. The main items are TIF assistance requests for properties at 219 N. State Street and 305 & 307 N. State Street, plus broader discussions on TIF assistance and a business district. The meeting also includes comments from the chairman, mayor, and the economic development director's report.

• TIF assistance request for 219 N. State Street
• TIF assistance request for 305 & 307 N. State Street
• Discussion of TIF assistance policy
• Discussion of a business district
• Approval of February 26, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY2024-25 budget, then vote on adopting it and amending the current year's budget. They will also consider several contracts and resolutions, including health insurance renewal, a phone system upgrade, grant agreements, a sludge removal bid, and a special use permit for a short-term rental. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel and property matters.

• Public hearing and ordinance to adopt FY2024-25 budget (May 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025)
• Ordinance amending FY2023-24 budget
• Health insurance renewal for city employees through Dimond Brothers Insurance
• Contract with Third Wave/Sangamon Connect Inc. for phone system upgrade and re-cabling
• Bid award to Metro Ag for sludge removal from Lake Lou Yeager Wastewater Lagoon

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Litchfield Tourism Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from January, hear from the Great Rivers and Routes Tourism Bureau, and receive updates on office operations and local tourism announcements. No major decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of January 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Guest presentation from Great Rivers and Routes Tourism Bureau
• Tourism Office Report on operations
• Chamber, hotel, member, and lake announcements

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects including Skyview Drive resurfacing and a Historic Route 66 project. The agenda includes a budget workshop for the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 fiscal years and various development agreements. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters and closed meeting minutes.

• Skyview Drive road improvements not to exceed $1,023,230
• Historic Route 66 road improvements for $76,500.00
• Wastewater facility flood repair invoices up to $48,414.45
• Lease agreement for 4311 and 4313 Beach House Trail
• New tower installation at Blake Lowry Campground by New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC

City Council

The Litchfield City Council is meeting to consider entering executive session to discuss personnel matters and potential litigation. Following the closed session, the council may take action based on recommendations discussed.

• Motion to enter executive session under Illinois Open Meetings Act
• Discussion of employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal
• Discussion of litigation that is probable or imminent
• Potential action following executive session recommendations

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will consider several items, including the purchase of about 27.7 acres from UCB Bank for a soccer park, awarding a bid for the RTE 66 Crossing Sports Complex, and approving a redevelopment agreement with EJNK Holdings for a property in TIF 1. They will also vote on engineering services for the Route 66 Industrial Park, emergency repairs, a stop sign installation, a pump replacement, health insurance renewal, and a hazard mitigation plan. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters.

• Purchase of 27.7 acres from UCB Bank for $692,500, with 19.4 acres for soccer park
• Award bid for RTE 66 Crossing Sports Complex
• Redevelopment agreement with EJNK Holdings (Family Eye Care) at 510 W Union Ave
• Engineering services with Milano & Grunloh for Skyview Drive/Route 66 Industrial Park, up to $341,600
• Emergency pump replacement for North Franklin Street lift station, up to $12,547.40

TIF Joint Board of Review

The Litchfield TIF Joint Board of Review is holding its 2023 annual meeting to review annual TIF reports and budgets for Districts 1, 2, and 3, and to receive updates on TIF value reports. The board will also discuss old business, including the Sports Park Project, and take up new business such as electing a chairman and vice chairman, a TIF 1 surplus, TIF development agreements, and the potential creation of a residential TIF district.

• Review of annual TIF reports and budgets for Districts 1, 2, and 3
• Update on TIF value reports from Montgomery County
• Discussion of Sports Park Project (OSLAD/LWCF grants)
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Discussion of TIF 1 surplus, TIF development agreements, and residential TIF creation

City Council

The Litchfield City Council held a special meeting to discuss a proposed soccer park project costing approximately $2.2 million, including land purchase. The Economic Development Director explained TIF district funding and potential grants and sponsorships. Public comments were largely supportive, with some questions about location and tourism tax impacts. The council then entered executive session to discuss real property acquisition.

• Soccer park project estimated at $2.2 million including land purchase
• Discussion of TIF district funding for the project
• Public comments from 12 individuals, mostly in support
• Executive session held to discuss real property purchase or lease

Litchfield Fire Pension Board

The Litchfield Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to review financial reports, approve bills, and discuss pension-related actions. Key items include approving a duty disability benefit for Gary Law, a contribution refund for Joshua Mayfield, and a new membership application from Derek Beckman. The board will also consider annual cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners and review trustee term expirations.

• Approve Duty Disability Benefit – Gary Law
• Contribution Refund – Joshua Mayfield
• Application for Membership – Derek Beckman
• Approve Annual Cost of Living Adjustments for Pensioners
• Review/Approve – Actuarial Valuation and Tax Levy Request

Litchfield Police Pension Board

The Litchfield Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet on February 26, 2024. The agenda includes reviewing financial reports and approving bills from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP. The board will also consider retirement applications and annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners.

• Approval of annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners
• Contribution refund application for Ryan Reader
• Review of trustee training registration fees and expenses
• Review of trustee term expirations and election procedures

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Litchfield Tourism Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from a previous session and receive updates from the Great Rivers and Routes Tourism Bureau, along with reports on office operations and announcements from members and local businesses.

• Approval of January 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Guest presentation from Great Rivers and Routes Tourism Bureau
• Tourism Office Report on operations
• Announcements: Chamber, hotel, member, lake, and Great Rivers & Routes updates

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will vote on several contracts and purchases, including a $378,000 engineering agreement for water system improvements (contingent on grant award) and a $100,000 beautification project funded by a donor. They will also consider declaring a Bobcat loader surplus for trade-in, waiving bidding to buy a new loader, selling a surplus property, and authorizing bid letting for a fire truck. The meeting includes an executive session for closed-session minutes, property sale pricing, and personnel matters.

• Approve $378,000 engineering services agreement with HMG Engineers Inc. for water systems improvements (grant contingent)
• Approve $100,000 beautification project with maintenance contract for Mike Klaves
• Declare 2015 Bobcat T750 surplus and authorize trade-in
• Waive bidding to purchase 2024 T770 T4 Bobcat for $50,471.64 via Sourcewell
• Declare 1524 North Madison St. surplus and authorize sale

Litchfield Fire Pension Board

The Litchfield Firefighter Pension Board is holding a special meeting to conduct an administrative hearing on Gary Law's disability pension application, followed by a possible executive session to deliberate. The board will also approve minutes from the November 13, 2023 meeting, review bills, and set the next quarterly meeting date.

• Administrative hearing for Gary Law's disability pension application
• Possible executive session to deliberate on the disability application
• Approval of minutes from November 13, 2023 meeting
• Review of bills
• Next quarterly meeting scheduled for February 26, 2024

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will vote on several routine items, including accepting meeting minutes, transferring funds to pay bills, and approving contracts for demolition, street maintenance, and equipment sales. They will also consider a campground lease agreement and may enter a closed session to discuss property pricing.

• Demolition quote from Durbin Excavating for 1524 North Madison for $12,160.00
• Resolution for annual street maintenance bid proposals
• Ordinance to surplus and sell Lake and Water Department equipment
• Resolution for 2024 Bicentennial Campground lease at Lake Lou Yaeger
• Executive session to set price for sale or lease of public property

City Council

The City Council will consider several new business items including economic development agreements and zoning changes. The meeting also includes the swearing in of a new police officer and discussions regarding municipal code amendments.

• Approval of $32,000 for 2024 Litchfield Pickers Markets expenditures and hiring
• Revised Development Agreement with Grady CRE, LLC for 1 B Corvette Drive
• Special Use Permit for multi-family dwellings at 121 W. Ryder
• Ordinance to disallow nicotine and vape possession for individuals under 21
• Labor bid for water treatment mechanical bar screen not to exceed $39,700.00

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Litchfield Tourism Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting on January 17, 2024, at 4 p.m. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the November 16, 2023 meeting, a guest presentation from Great Rivers and Routes Tourism Bureau, and reports on office operations and announcements. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 16, 2023 meeting
• Guest: Great Rivers and Routes Tourism Bureau
• Tourism Office Report on office operations
• Announcements: Chamber, hotel, member, lake, Great Rivers & Routes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a zoning change and a municipal code text amendment. The body will decide whether to approve a special use permit to change a property from community business to multi-family residence.

• Zoning change request from C-2 Community Business to M-F Multi-family Residence for luxury apartments at 121 W. Ryder
• Text amendment to Appendix B of the Municipal Code to correct a scriveners’ error in the C-2 Special Use category

City Council

The Litchfield City Council will vote on routine items including meeting minutes, bill payments, and payroll. New business includes a water main material purchase, a fire hose tester trade-in, and a resolution supporting a housing rehabilitation grant. The council will also enter executive session to discuss closed meeting minutes and property pricing, followed by votes on those minutes and a lakeshore lease.

• Approve purchase of water main materials from Core & Main for 8" water main along 16th Avenue from Eagle Ridge Drive to Solar Circle, not to exceed $31,721.50
• Approve ordinance for surplus and trade-in of a Rice Fire Hose Tester
• Approve resolution of support for Illinois CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Grant
• Approve Eagle Ridge Lakeshore Lease with Lauren and Anthony Bruning for Eagle Ridge Subdivision Lot #34
• Swearing in of Michael Carlock as Police Officer