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Plano public meetings in 2024

108 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 9, 2024

City Council

Plano City Council to vote on 2024 tax levy and Main Street improvements

The City Council will consider an ordinance for the 2024 tax levy and several tax abatement resolutions. The body is also reviewing parking variances for two Main Street properties and a professional services agreement for road improvements.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2024 tax levy and multiple tax abatements

The Plano City Council approved the 2024 tax levy and several tax abatement resolutions, along with ordinances granting parking variances for two Main Street properties. They also created a part-time Community Outreach Coordinator position and tabled a Main Street improvements agreement until January 2025.

Mon Dec 9, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Committee to discuss ordinance regulating solar energy systems

The Plano Committee of the Whole will consider a new ordinance regulating solar energy systems. The item is the only substantive matter on the agenda beyond public comment and aldermanic comments.

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Mon Dec 9, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to approve $625,802 vendor payment and wage report

The Finance Committee will consider approval of four vendor runs totaling $770,451.76 and a November wage report for $389,164.00. The largest vendor payment is $625,802.45. Public comments will be heard at the beginning and end of the meeting. This agenda is largely procedural, covering routine payment approvals.

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Mon Dec 2, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

December 2 Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals meeting canceled

The scheduled meeting for the Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals on December 2, 2024, was canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

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Mon Nov 25, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on special use for apartments above retail at 4 W. Main Street

The Plano City Council will consider approving a special use ordinance allowing residential units above first-floor commercial space at 4 W. Main Street, and a resolution authorizing a service agreement with Kendall County for demand-response transportation. The council will also approve vendor runs totaling $132,549.54 and receive reports on September 2024 sales taxes ($235,558.44) and unobligated MFT balance ($1,668,334.50).

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Mon Nov 25, 2024

Committee of the Whole

City to consider reducing required parking at 120 and 4 W Main Street

The Committee of the Whole will discuss two ordinances granting variances to reduce the required number of parking spaces at 120 W. Main Street and 4 W. Main Street. Additionally, they will discuss creating a part-time Community Outreach Coordinator position. Citizens' comments are also on the agenda.

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Mon Nov 25, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to approve $132K vendor run

The Finance Committee will consider approving two vendor runs: one from November 14 for $173.00 and one from November 25 for $132,376.54. The meeting also includes public comment periods.

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Tue Nov 19, 2024

Plano Police Pension

Plano Police Pension Board reviews $11.3 million fund balance

The board is meeting to review the treasurer's report and approve various administrative payments. The body is also discussing a potential service transfer for Brian Rolls and the movement of matured CD funds.

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Mon Nov 18, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

Plan Commission holds first workshop for Comprehensive Plan update

The Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct the first workshop with Teska regarding the Comprehensive Plan update. No other substantive items or decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

City Council

Council to consider $30k mechanical services contract for police, depot, city hall

The Plano City Council will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including a 3-year, $30,222.36 mechanical services agreement with Helm Service for the police department, train depot, and city hall. Other items include a change order for the 2024 Road Program not to exceed $12,601.15, an ordinance authorizing the sale of a 2001 Freightliner bucket truck, a resolution affirming the Ten Shared Principles between the NAACP Illinois State Conference and the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police, and an office space rental agreement with the Plano Area Chamber of Commerce. The council will also approve vendor runs totaling $211,159.69, an October wage report of $359,799.99, and waive raffle license fees for the American Legion.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

Committee of the Whole

City reviews tax levy and considers transportation agreement with county

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a resolution authorizing a service agreement with Kendall County for demand-response transportation (KAT program) and review the proposed tax levy for the upcoming year. Public comments and aldermen comments are also scheduled.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to approve October wage report totaling $359,799.99

This is a routine meeting of the Plano Finance Committee with minimal substantive items. The committee will consider approval of two vendor payment runs and the October 2024 wage report. Public comment is scheduled at both the start and end of the meeting.

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Mon Nov 4, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

Public hearings on special use and parking variances for two properties

The Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold three public hearings: a special use request for above-first-floor residential in a B-3 district, and two parking space variances. One variance seeks to reduce parking from 2 spaces per unit to 0 for the same property, and another from 2 to 1 for a separate property. The board will also vote on approving prior meeting minutes and hear public comments.

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Mon Oct 28, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Plano committee to discuss NAACP-police principles and chamber lease

This Committee of the Whole meeting, held immediately after the City Council session, will discuss two resolutions: one authorizing an office space rental agreement with the Plano Area Chamber of Commerce, and another affirming the ten shared principles agreed to by the NAACP Illinois State Conference and the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police. The agenda also includes a tree removal item. No votes are taken in this committee; items are discussed and may be forwarded to the City Council.

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Mon Oct 28, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review over $900,000 in vendor payments

The Finance Committee is meeting to review several vendor payment runs and financial reports. The body will examine disbursements and the treasurer's report for September 2024.

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Mon Oct 28, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on budget amendment, snow removal contracts, and pension levy

The City Council will consider a comprehensive amendment to the budget ordinance (Ordinance No. 2024-19), authorize contracts for manhole lining (up to $24,205) and on-call snow removal (up to $30,000), and review a police pension fund tax levy request for fiscal year 2026. They will also vote on approving vendor runs totaling over $890,000 and waiving St. Mary School's liquor license fee. The meeting includes several department reports and a closed session.

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Mon Oct 14, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Plano Committee of the Whole to review Fiscal Year 2024-2025 amended budget

The Committee is reviewing proposed amendments to the General Fund budget, including a 3% increase in expenses. The body is also considering several service contracts for infrastructure and city maintenance.

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Mon Oct 14, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to approve $13.7M treasurer's report and $672k in disbursements

The Finance Committee will consider approving multiple vendor runs totaling about $417,000, a September wage report of $361,892.52, and the August 2024 treasurer's report showing $13.73 million in assets and $672,240 in disbursements. The meeting also includes public comment periods.

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Mon Oct 14, 2024

City Council

Plano City Council to consider special use for residential at 120 W. Main Street

The City Council will review several ordinances and resolutions, including a special use request for residential space and a professional services agreement for a scoping study. The body will also vote on multiple vendor payments and a new hire for the Street Division.

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Mon Oct 7, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

Plano Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals to hold workshop

The body will meet to conduct a workshop focused on plan review and variations. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

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Tue Sep 24, 2024

Buildings, Grounds, & Zoning Committee

Plano Committee to discuss solar energy systems ordinance

The Buildings, Grounds, and Zoning Committee will meet to discuss an amended budget and an ordinance regulating solar energy systems.

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Tue Sep 24, 2024

Community Development

Amended Budget discussion among committee items

The Plano Community Development Committee will consider an amended budget and receive an update on the ICSC (likely International Council of Shopping Centers). The agenda also includes citizen comments and committee member updates. The meeting is largely procedural with one substantive budget item.

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Mon Sep 23, 2024

City Council

Council to hear FY2024 audit, act on SSA No. 6 tax roll and ITEP grant

The Plano City Council will receive the fiscal year 2024 audit presentation from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP. Votes are scheduled on three resolutions: a consulting agreement for Special Services Area No. 6 tax roll amendment (up to $7,750), an Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) application, and a Well 5 motor replacement contract with Layne Christensen Company. The agenda also includes approval of vendor warrants totaling $195,616.49 and review of a facade improvement grant application for Possibilities Hair Salon.

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Mon Sep 23, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Committee to consider amended budgets and ordinance for SSA No. 6 bond prepayment

This Committee of the Whole meeting will discuss amended budgets for general, parks, sewer, and water funds. A draft ordinance allows prepayment of Special Service Area No. 6 special taxes by surrendering Series 2007 bonds. Citizens' comments will be heard.

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Mon Sep 23, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to approve $195,616 vendor run, review July reports

The Finance Committee will consider approval of a vendor run totaling $195,616.49 and receive the July 2024 Treasurer's report showing a balance of $13,608,556.55 with total disbursements of $525,685.47. Public comment will be taken at the start and end of the meeting. This is a routine financial review session.

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Mon Sep 9, 2024

City Council

Council to decide on liquor license changes for two Plano businesses

The City Council will consider two ordinances adjusting Class B liquor license counts: one decreasing from 4 to 3 for Holmes & Holmes d/b/a The Vineyard, and another increasing from 3 to 4 for Shiv Mudra Inc. d/b/a Vineyard Liquors. The council will also vote on a resolution with Team REIL Inc. for playground equipment removal, transport, and installation up to $34,048, and appoint Dawn Honrud to the Aurora Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Board. Routine approvals include vendor runs totaling $346,193.89 and the August 2024 wage report.

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✓ Decided: Council suspends massage license, approves liquor license changes

The Plano City Council voted to suspend The Massage Spa's license for 30 days with a $750 fine, after a motion to revoke the license failed. The council also approved ordinances to decrease and then increase the number of Class B liquor licenses, and approved a contract for playground equipment installation.

Mon Sep 9, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Discussion of amended budgets for MFT, PPP, IMRF, OPEB, debt service

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and possibly recommend approval of amended budgets for multiple city funds, including Motor Fuel Tax (MFT), Parking Privatization (PPP), Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB), and debt service. Public comments and alderman comments are also scheduled.

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Mon Sep 9, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to approve vendor payments and August wage report

The Finance Committee will consider several vendor runs and the monthly wage report. All items are routine payment approvals.

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Tue Sep 3, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

Plano considers draft solar ordinance and residential special use request

The Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will review a draft solar ordinance. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a special use request for residential use above the first floor at 01-22-381-006.

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Tue Aug 27, 2024

Personnel & Insurance Committee

Committee to hear presentation from municipal insurance cooperative

The Personnel & Insurance Committee is meeting to receive a presentation from the Illinois Municipal Insurance Cooperative. Two public comment periods are scheduled but no other business is listed on the agenda.

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Mon Aug 26, 2024

City Council

Plano City Council to consider building fee changes and amended budget

The City Council will vote on an ordinance amending Title 4, Chapter 5 of the city code to adjust building permit and inspection fees and add new projects requiring permits. The council will also receive the FY '25 amended budget memo and worksheets, with committee meetings scheduled for discussion. A vendor run of $129,040.82 is up for approval, and the council will enter closed session for a semi-annual review of minutes from closed meetings.

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✓ Decided: Plano City Council approves building fee increases for first time since 2001

The Plano City Council approved Ordinance #2024-29, amending building regulations to adjust building permit and inspection fees and add projects requiring permits. The council also approved warrants totaling $129,040.82, appointed Alderman Mulliner as Mayor Pro-Tem, and approved the minutes and agenda. Several reports were given, but no other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Aug 26, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Plano Committee of the Whole to discuss playground equipment and massage licensing

The committee will discuss bids for moving playground equipment and identify potential park sites for installation. The body will also review a massage license for The Massage Spa.

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Mon Aug 26, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee considers $129,040.82 vendor run payment

The Finance Committee is meeting to consider approval of a vendor run in the amount of $129,040.82, dated August 26, 2024. The agenda also includes public comment periods. No other substantive items are listed.

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Thu Aug 22, 2024

Personnel & Insurance Committee

Committee to hear risk management presentation

The Personnel & Insurance Committee will hear a presentation from the Illinois Municipal League Risk Management Association. The agenda also includes two periods for public comment. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

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Tue Aug 20, 2024

Plano Police Pension

Pension board to discuss benefit discrepancies and correct effective dates

The Plano Police Pension Board will discuss and possibly take action on benefit discrepancies and correct the effective dates of pension benefits for three members (Barks, Flanigan, Whowell). The board will review a treasurer's report showing a total balance of $10,624,960.80, approve payments totaling $9,959.70, and consider a membership application for new officer Brittany Stankus. An election of officers and trustee training compliance will also be addressed.

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Tue Aug 13, 2024

Parks Committee

Parks Committee to discuss playground equipment sites and Eagle Scout projects

The Plano Parks Committee will hold a meeting to discuss potential park sites for new playground equipment, receive an update on a parks survey, and consider Eagle Scout projects for city parks. The agenda includes public comment periods and remarks from aldermen.

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Mon Aug 12, 2024

City Council

Plano City Council to consider sidewalk contract and police hiring

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts and personnel appointments. The body is also reviewing business licenses and an intergovernmental agreement for road reconstruction.

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✓ Decided: Council defers Massage Spa license revocation to Committee of the Whole

The Plano City Council voted to approve routine financial items, contracts, and a new police officer, but deferred a decision on revoking The Massage Spa's license to the August 26 Committee of the Whole meeting after several aldermen said they lacked information. The council also approved contracts for sidewalk work and valve actuators, and approved raffle licenses for local organizations.

Mon Aug 12, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Plano Committee of the Whole to discuss building regulations and fees

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss updates to building regulations and associated fees. The body will also review raffle license updates and potential park sites for playground equipment.

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Mon Aug 12, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review $13M report, approve $362K vendor run

The Finance Committee will consider approving two vendor runs totaling $363,095.95, a July 2024 wage report of $345,319.97, and the June 2024 Treasurer's Report of $13,082,559.46 along with June disbursements of $513,991.90. The meeting also includes public comment periods.

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Mon Aug 5, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

Plan Commission to discuss draft solar ordinance

The Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review a draft solar ordinance. The remainder of the meeting consists of procedural items and public comment.

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Mon Jul 22, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to approve vendor runs and wage report

The Plano Finance Committee will consider approving three vendor runs totaling $290,959.75 and the June 2024 wage report of $344,741.78. The meeting includes public comment periods before and after the items. No policy decisions or new ordinances are on the agenda.

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Mon Jul 22, 2024

City Council

Plano City Council to vote on police collective bargaining agreements

The City Council will consider approving labor agreements for patrol officers and sergeants with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police. The body will also review several vendor payments and equipment purchases.

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✓ Decided: Council approves police contracts, truck purchase, and pump repairs

The Plano City Council approved several resolutions, including collective bargaining agreements with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police for patrol officers and sergeants, a purchase agreement for a used 2022 Ford F550 bucket truck, and a contract for inspecting and repairing two grit pumps. All votes were unanimous. The council also approved the mayor's appointment of Chuck Schneider to the Plan Commission and accepted multiple warrant lists and a wage report.

Mon Jul 22, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Plano considers amendment to Eldamain Road reconstruction agreement

The Committee of the Whole will discuss an amendment to a 2011 intergovernmental agreement regarding Eldamain Road. Members will also discuss playground equipment locations and Rotary raffle licenses.

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Tue Jul 9, 2024

Buildings, Grounds, & Zoning Committee

Discussion of permit fee increases and new project requirements

The Plano Buildings, Grounds, and Zoning Committee will meet on July 9, 2024. The agenda includes discussions regarding an increase in permit fees and additional required permitted projects.

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Mon Jul 8, 2024

City Council

Plano City Council considers road contracts and police body camera agreement

The Plano City Council will consider contracts for the 2024 Road Program and the Creek Road Bridge Project. The agenda also includes an agreement for police body cameras and various financial reports.

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Mon Jul 8, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Committee discusses $167,331 bucket truck purchase and park playground sites

The Committee of the Whole will discuss potential park sites for new playground equipment and the purchase of a used Ford F550 bucket truck. The agenda also includes discussions regarding repairs to grit pumps #1 and #2 and collective bargaining agreements for patrol officers and sergeants.

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Mon Jul 8, 2024

Finance Committee

Review of city vendor payments and monthly financial reports

The Finance Committee will review several vendor payment runs and a May 2024 wage report. The agenda also includes reviewing Treasurer's Reports, disbursements, and revenue/expenditure reports for March, April, and May 2024.

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Mon Jul 1, 2024

Personnel & Insurance Committee

Discussion of Wastewater Superintendent retirement and hiring process

The committee will discuss the upcoming retirement of the Wastewater Superintendent and the subsequent hiring process. The agenda also includes periods for public comment.

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Mon Jul 1, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

Discussion of a draft solar ordinance

The Plano Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review a draft solar ordinance. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the June 3, 2024, meeting.

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Tue Jun 25, 2024

Parks Committee

Discussion of Lakewood Springs Club Pauline park and Steward Park parking

The Parks Committee is discussing a new park at the Lakewood Springs Club Pauline. The agenda also includes updates on play equipment location and a new parking lot for Steward Park.

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Mon Jun 24, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Purchase of body worn cameras

The Committee of the Whole meeting includes the purchase of body worn cameras. The agenda also provides time for citizens' and aldermen's comments.

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Mon Jun 24, 2024

City Council

Plano City Council to review liquor licenses and approve $148,678 in payments

The Plano City Council will consider ordinances to adjust Class G liquor license counts for local pizza businesses. The council is also scheduled to approve a vendor payment of $148,678.23 and receive reports on April 2024 sales taxes.

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Mon Jun 10, 2024

Finance Committee

Review of a $192,516.01 vendor payment run for June 10, 2024

The Plano Finance Committee will review scheduled vendor payment runs. The agenda also includes sessions for public comment.

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Mon Jun 10, 2024

City Council

Council to approve $97,200 well maintenance contract and $72,000 truck purchase

The Plano City Council will consider approving two resolutions: a $97,200 agreement with Layne Christensen Company for Well 9 maintenance, and a $72,000 purchase of a 2024 F-250 truck from Gjovik Ford. They will also vote on an ordinance to allow the combined Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals to elect a vice chair, and approve hiring Rick Hamrick as a Locator III in the Water Department at $22.00 per hour. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, warrants, and reports.

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Mon Jun 3, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

Plano Plan Commission holds public hearing on draft solar ordinance

The Plano Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a draft solar ordinance (23-11-07 SOLAR ORDINANCE.06.PDF). The meeting also includes approval of minutes from May 6, 2024, and public comments.

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Tue May 28, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Plano committee reviews proposed amendment to city code section 2-1-3

The Committee of the Whole will review a proposed text amendment to Section 2-1-3 of the Plano City Code regarding the Plan Commission vice chair position. The agenda also lists standard procedural items, including public comments and aldermen remarks. No contracts, budget changes, or rezoning votes are scheduled for this session.

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Tue May 28, 2024

City Council

Plano council considers $124k sewer contract and new Deputy Chief police post

The Plano City Council will vote on several financial approvals, infrastructure projects, and staffing changes during its May 28 meeting. The council is set to approve a $124,183.50 contract with Performance Pipeline Inc for approximately 2,707 feet of sanitary sewer lining and an ordinance creating the Deputy Chief of Police position. Herbert Gene Morton will be appointed to that role at a salary of $126,000 effective May 1, 2024. The meeting also covers routine budget approvals, March tax receipts, and scheduling the FY ’24 audit.

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Tue May 28, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee reviews vendor runs and April wage report

The Plano Finance Committee is reviewing three vendor runs totaling $668,823.38 and the April 2024 wage report of $364,969.07. The meeting includes public comment periods at the start and end. No other substantive decisions are listed.

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Tue May 21, 2024

Plano Police Pension

Plano Police Pension Board to review $10.36M fund, approve payments and retirement

The Plano Police Pension Board is meeting to review the pension fund's financial status, approve payments for conference expenses and service transfers, and consider a retirement application. The board will also discuss membership applications and board appointments.

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Mon May 13, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Plano officials consider creating a new deputy chief position.

The Plano Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposal to create a new deputy chief position during its May 13 meeting. The agenda lists standard citizens' comments and aldermen remarks alongside the staffing item. No budget figures, salary details, or final decisions are included in this notice.

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Mon May 13, 2024

City Council

City Council to appoint new police chief and adjust local business licenses

The Plano City Council will vote on personnel changes that establish new law enforcement leadership at a $133,000.00 annual salary. The council is also reviewing ordinances that update mobile food vendor rules and adjust liquor license limits for three local businesses, which directly affects commercial operations in the city. Members will additionally approve utility services for the Plano Community Garden and adopt a regional hazard mitigation plan to guide emergency preparedness.

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Mon May 13, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee reviews four vendor runs totaling over $476,000

The Plano Finance Committee is meeting to review four vendor runs dated April 25 through May 14, 2024, with amounts ranging from $57.00 to $343,859.81. The agenda includes public comment periods at the start and end, but no other substantive items are listed.

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Mon May 6, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

Plano Plan Commission meets to review workshop amendments

The Plano Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting, public comments, and a discussion of workshop amendments. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

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Mon Apr 22, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Liquor license application for Cielo’s Tacos and sewer repairs at 317 W. Dearborn

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a Class E liquor license application for Cielo’s Tacos and a food truck ordinance. The agenda also includes discussion regarding sewer repairs at 317 W. Dearborn.

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Mon Apr 22, 2024

City Council

Plano City Council to hold public hearing on FY 2025 budget and utility rates

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 original budget. The council is also considering ordinances to amend water and sewerage system rates and increase liquor licenses for Ivana’s Café.

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Mon Apr 22, 2024

Finance Committee

Plano Finance Committee reviews $11.95M treasurer's report and vendor runs

The Plano Finance Committee is meeting to review routine financial reports, including vendor runs totaling $168,252.37, a March 2024 wage report of $357,797.30, and the February 2024 treasurer's report showing $11,954,096.48 in funds. The agenda is largely procedural, consisting of financial statements and public comment periods, with no major policy decisions or proposals listed.

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Mon Apr 15, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

Public hearing on special use for above-first-floor residential at Elizabeth Chapa property

The Plano Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Elizabeth Chapa to change the zoning of property 01-22-381-006 from B3 to B3 with a special use allowing residential use above the first floor. The meeting also includes approval of the previous minutes and public comments.

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Mon Apr 8, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Discussion of water and sewer rate increases and 2024 road program agreements

The Committee of the Whole will discuss potential water and sewer rate increases and a professional services agreement for the 2024 Road Program. The agenda also includes a Class G liquor license application for Ivana's Cafe and a food truck ordinance.

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Mon Apr 8, 2024

City Council

Plano Council considers several large-scale farm annexations and rezonings

The City Council will consider ordinances to annex and rezone hundreds of acres from agricultural to general manufacturing use. The agenda also includes the hiring of two new police officers and a resolution for a comprehensive plan update.

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Mon Apr 8, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee reviews three vendor runs totaling $363,222.82

The Finance Committee is meeting to review three vendor runs dated March 26, April 8, and April 9, 2024, in the amounts of $135,611.07, $226,729.84, and $881.91 respectively. The agenda includes public comment at the start and end of the meeting. No other items are listed for discussion or decision.

Mon Apr 1, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

Plano Plan Commission meeting rescheduled to April 15

This meeting of the Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals has been rescheduled to April 15, 2024. The agenda included a public hearing on a special use request by Elizabeth Chapa for property 01-22-381-006, to allow residential use above the first floor in a B3 zone, but no decisions will be made at this time.

Mon Mar 25, 2024

Committee of the Whole

City of Plano reviews water and sewer rate increases alongside utility budgets

The City of Plano Committee of the Whole will discuss several operational items, including a proposed increase to water and sewer rates that affects resident utility bills. Officials will also review an update to the municipal electric utility tax ordinance, budget allocations, and a comprehensive plan proposal that outlines future development guidelines. Additional agenda items cover Kendall Area Transit funding, a downtown facade improvement grant application, and routine council comments.

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Mon Mar 25, 2024

City Council

The Plano City Council will consider a $189K sewer contract and a new liquor license.

The City Council will consider a resolution to approve a $189,626.08 contract with Insituform for Hale Street sanitary sewer lining, which maintains underground infrastructure. They will also vote on an ordinance amending Title 3 Chapter 2 Section 3-2-7 to increase Class I liquor licenses from zero to one for The Homestead 1854 Opening, affecting local business options. Additionally, the council will review January financial reports and approve routine vendor warrants and personnel actions.

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Mon Mar 25, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee reviews $12M treasurer's report and vendor payments

The Finance Committee is meeting to review routine financial reports, including a vendor run of $121,308.18, a February 2024 wage report of $489,985.25, and the January 2024 Treasurer's report showing $12,089,550.35 in funds. The agenda is procedural, with no decisions or proposals listed beyond approving these reports.

Wed Mar 20, 2024

Buildings, Grounds, & Zoning Committee

Committee to review solar ordinance

The Buildings, Grounds, and Zoning Committee will meet to review the solar ordinance. The agenda also includes provisions for public comment.

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Wed Mar 20, 2024

Administrative, Health, & Safety Committee

Committee to discuss mobile food vendor rules

The Administrative, Health & Safety Committee is meeting to discuss mobile food vendors. The agenda includes public comment periods and this single substantive item, with no other business listed.

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Thu Mar 14, 2024

Buildings, Grounds, & Zoning Committee

Plano committee to review solar ordinance and budget

The Buildings, Grounds, and Zoning Committee is meeting to discuss the budget and review a solar ordinance. The agenda includes public comment periods. No specific decisions or details are listed in the agenda text.

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Thu Mar 14, 2024

Administrative, Health, & Safety Committee

Committee to discuss budget and mobile food vendor ordinance

The Administrative, Health & Safety Committee is meeting to discuss the budget and a mobile food vendor ordinance. The agenda includes public comment periods, but no specific details or decisions are listed.

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Wed Mar 13, 2024

Community Development

Plano committee to review development, budget, and facade grants

The Community Development Committee is meeting to discuss development updates, the budget, and facade improvement grants. The agenda includes public comment periods and committee comments, with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

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Mon Mar 11, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Discussion of water/sewer rate increases and a new liquor license application

The Committee will discuss potential water and sewer rate increases and review a Class B -1 liquor license application for Family Dollar Store. The agenda also includes budget discussions.

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Mon Mar 11, 2024

City Council

Plano City Council reviews farm rezonings and new truck parking regulations

The Council will review recommendations for several farm annexations and rezonings. Members will also consider an ordinance regarding the parking of trucks and recreational vehicles on city streets. Additionally, the agenda includes a proposed intergovernmental agreement for law enforcement training equipment.

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Mon Mar 11, 2024

Finance Committee

Plano Finance Committee to review vendor runs and wage report

The Plano Finance Committee is meeting to review three vendor runs and a wage report, totaling over $700,000 in expenditures. The agenda includes public comment periods, but no other substantive items are listed.

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Wed Mar 6, 2024

Parks Committee

Parks Committee to discuss budget and Memorial Park

The Plano Parks Committee is meeting to discuss the budget, Memorial Park, and the undeveloped Lakewood Springs Club park on Pauline. The agenda includes public comment periods, but no specific decisions or proposals are listed.

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Wed Mar 6, 2024

Special Events Committee

Plano Special Events Committee to review budget

The Plano Special Events Committee is meeting to discuss its budget. The agenda includes public comment periods and a budget item, with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

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Mon Mar 4, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

Plan Commission to weigh annexing, rezoning 3 farms for manufacturing

The Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on annexing and rezoning three farm properties from A-1 Agriculture to M-2 General Manufacturing. The properties are Henning Family Farm LLC (about 297.86 acres), Morris Family Farm LTD (about 137.45 acres), and Plano Farm LLC (one parcel). The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and take public comments.

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Mon Feb 26, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Proposed ordinance for truck and RV parking on city streets

The Committee of the Whole will discuss liquor license applications, budgets, and an intergovernmental agreement with the Yorkville Police Department. The meeting also includes a proposed ordinance regarding parking for trucks, tractors, and recreational vehicles on city streets.

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Mon Feb 26, 2024

City Council

City Council to consider reducing Class I liquor licenses following business closure

The Plano City Council will review vendor payments totaling $99,374.39 and the January 2024 wage report. The council will also consider an ordinance to decrease Class I liquor licenses from one to zero following the closure of The Homestead B & B LLC.

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Mon Feb 26, 2024

Finance Committee

Plano Finance Committee to review $99K vendor run and $394K wage report

The Plano Finance Committee is meeting to review a vendor run of $99,374.39 and a January 2024 wage report of $394,194.43. Public comment is also scheduled. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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Wed Feb 21, 2024

Streets & Utilities Committee

Discussion of street parking rules for snow and large vehicles

The Streets & Utilities Committee will address potential changes to city street parking regulations. The agenda includes discussions regarding parking during snow events and the parking of larger vehicles.

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Tue Feb 20, 2024

Plano Police Pension

Plano Police Pension Board to review retirements, transfers, and $10M fund

The Plano Police Pension Board will meet to review the treasurer's report showing a total balance of $10,040,376.55, approve payments including insurance and legal fees, and consider membership and retirement applications. They will also discuss a service transfer request and banking changes. The meeting is a regular quarterly business meeting.

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Mon Feb 12, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee reviews three vendor runs totaling over $1.06 million

The Plano Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve three vendor payment runs from late January and February 2024, totaling $1,063,199.28. The agenda includes public comment periods at the start and end, but no other substantive items are listed.

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Tue Feb 6, 2024

Buildings, Grounds, & Zoning Committee

Committee reviews solar ordinance at Feb. 6 meeting

The Buildings, Grounds, and Zoning Committee is meeting to review a solar ordinance. The agenda includes public comment periods before and after the review. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Feb 6, 2024

Parks Committee

Parks Committee to review mowing, weed, and dog park bids

The Plano Parks Committee is meeting to discuss routine park maintenance items, including a Memorial Park brick application, mowing and weed spraying bids for Lakewood Park, and aeration and seeding bids for the Dog Park. They will also discuss the undeveloped Lakewood Springs Club park on Pauline. Public comment is scheduled at the beginning and end of the meeting.

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Mon Feb 5, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

Plano Plan Commission meets; agenda lists only routine items

The Plano Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, public comments, and a workshop for variations, annexations, special uses, and amendments, but no specific cases or decisions are listed.

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Thu Feb 1, 2024

Administrative, Health, & Safety Committee

Committee to consider mobile food vendor ordinance and liquor/gaming licenses

The Administrative, Health & Safety Committee is meeting to discuss a mobile food vendor ordinance and liquor and gaming licenses. Public comment is scheduled at the start and end of the meeting. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

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Wed Jan 24, 2024

Buildings, Grounds, & Zoning Committee

Plano committee to review solar ordinance Jan. 24

The Buildings, Grounds, and Zoning Committee is meeting to review a solar ordinance. The agenda includes public comment periods before and after the review. No other substantive items are listed.

zoningsolarordinancepublic-comment
Mon Jan 22, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Discussion of 2024 insurance renewals

The Committee of the Whole will review upcoming insurance renewals for the city. The agenda also includes time for citizens' and aldermen's comments.

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Mon Jan 22, 2024

City Council

City Council to confirm hiring of new police officer

The City Council will discuss and vote on various items including the confirmation of a new police officer, changes in liquor licenses, and approval of financial reports.

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Mon Jan 22, 2024

Finance Committee

Plano Finance Committee reviews $161K vendor run, wage reports

The Plano Finance Committee is meeting to review routine financial reports, including a vendor run of $161,124.68, wage reports for November and December 2023, and the November 2023 Treasurer's report. The agenda is primarily procedural, consisting of financial approvals and reports with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

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Wed Jan 17, 2024

Administrative, Health, & Safety Committee

Committee to weigh mobile food vendor rules and liquor licenses

The Administrative, Health & Safety Committee is meeting to discuss a mobile food vendor ordinance and liquor and gaming licenses. Public comment is scheduled at the start and end of the meeting. No decisions are noted on the agenda; items are listed for discussion.

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Tue Jan 16, 2024

Buildings, Grounds, & Zoning Committee

Committee reviews solar ordinance; public comment heard

The Buildings, Grounds, and Zoning Committee is meeting to review a solar ordinance and take public comment. The agenda is brief, with no other substantive items listed.

zoningsolarpublic-comment
Mon Jan 15, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

Plano Plan Commission to workshop special uses, approve minutes

The Plano Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to approve minutes from December 4, 2023, and hold a workshop on special uses. Public comments are scheduled, but no specific proposals or decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Wed Jan 10, 2024

Buildings, Grounds, & Zoning Committee

Committee to review solar ordinance at Jan. 10 meeting

The Buildings, Grounds, and Zoning Committee is meeting to review a solar ordinance. The agenda includes public comment periods and the ordinance review, with no other substantive items listed.

zoningsolarordinance
Mon Jan 8, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Plano Committee of the Whole discusses liquor license and squad car disposal

The Committee of the Whole met to discuss a liquor license application for Anaya Zo, Inc. G -1 and a proposal regarding the disposal of an old squad car.

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Mon Jan 8, 2024

City Council

Plano City Council to consider ordinance amending council proceeding rules

The City Council will review an ordinance to amend the rules and regulations of council proceedings. The meeting also includes reports on year-end department activities and upcoming seasonal clean-up dates.

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Mon Jan 8, 2024

Finance Committee

Finance Committee reviews $608K in vendor payments

The Finance Committee is meeting to review two vendor payment runs totaling $608,676.76, with public comment periods at the start and end. The agenda is otherwise limited to these payment approvals and contains no other substantive items.

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Wed Jan 3, 2024

Administrative, Health, & Safety Committee

Committee to discuss food vendor ordinance and licenses

The Administrative, Health, & Safety Committee will meet to discuss a mobile food vendor ordinance. The committee will also address liquor and gaming licenses.

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Tue Jan 2, 2024

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

Plano Plan Commission meeting canceled, rescheduled to Jan 15

This meeting of the Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals was canceled and rescheduled for January 15, 2024. The agenda included routine items such as approval of minutes and a workshop on special uses, but no decisions or discussions will occur at this time.

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