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Municipal budget
Total revenue$178.9M (FY2023)
Total spending$123.5M (FY2023)
Taxes$48.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$136.1M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,773 (FY2023)
Development activity
20253 housing units ($3.0M)
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to approve a bus stop service agreement with FlixBus
The Decatur City Council will consider several resolutions, including a bus stop service agreement and a ticket reseller agreement with FlixBus, Inc. It will also review an ordinance to amend the hotel use tax and approve proposals for the Community Grant Program. Additional consent agenda items cover motor‑fuel‑tax funding for the Brush College Road grade separation, engineering services for North Summitt Avenue drainage, and a watershed conservation program.
- Resolution authorizing execution of a Bus Stop Service Agreement with FlixBus, Inc.
- Resolution authorizing execution of a Ticket Reseller Agreement and Addendum with FlixBus, Inc.
- Ordinance amending City Code Chapter 51.5 Hotel Use Tax
- Resolution authorizing approval of proposals for the City Council Community Grant Program
- Resolution appropriating additional motor fuel tax funds for the Brush College Road Grade Separation Project (City Project 2009-33)
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Monday, July 20, 2026
5:30 PM
City Council Chamber
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Proclamations and Recognitions
III. Appearance of Citizens
Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens:
A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City
Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate
response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents
(if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all
persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council
and key staff may make comments.
IV. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of July 6, 2026 City Council Meeting
V. Unfinished Business
VI. New Business
1. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Bus Stop Service Agreement with FlixBus, Inc.
2. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Ticket Reseller Agreement and Addendum with
FlixBus, Inc.
3. Ordinance Amending City Code Chapter 51.5 Hotel Use Tax
4. Resolution Authorizing Approval of Proposals for the City Council Community Grant
Program
5. City Manager Update
6. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council
approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are
matters of limited discretio
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to consider regional wastewater and stormwater plan
The City Council will discuss a memorandum of understanding for a regional integrated wastewater and stormwater plan. The body is also reviewing several demolition contracts, police equipment purchases, and the allocation of opioid settlement funds.
- Demolition agreements with Steve's Trucking for 1705 N. Main St. and 277 W. Prairie St.
- Purchase of a Ford Frontline Mobile Command Vehicle for the Decatur Police Department from MacQueen Equipment, LLC
- Use of opioid settlement funds for Heritage Behavioral Health Center and the Decatur Police Department
- Bid acceptance of Oak Bros Tree Care & Removal LLC for Lake Embankment and Shrub Removal
- Amendment to City Council Policy E-3 regarding privately owned lead water services
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Monday, July 6, 2026
5:30 PM
City Council Chamber
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Proclamations and Recognitions
III. Appearance of Citizens
Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens:
A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City
Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate
response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents
(if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all
persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council
and key staff may make comments.
IV. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of June 15, 2026 City Council Meeting
V. Unfinished Business
VI. New Business
1. Resolution Authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding for Development of a Regional
Integrated Plan for Wastewater and Stormwater for Decatur, Illinois
2. City Manager Update
3. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council
approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are
matters of limited discretion, and about which little or no discussion is anticipated. However,
staff’s assessment of what should be included on the Consent Agenda/Calendar can be in error.
For this reason, any Consen
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Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Decatur City Council to consider water plant expansion and development ordinances
The City Council will vote on professional engineering agreements for the South Water Treatment Plant expansion and alternate water supplies. The body is also considering a new Unified Development Ordinance and several property demolition contracts.
- Agreement with Burns and McDonnell Engineering for South Water Treatment Plant Expansion Plan (Project 2025-03)
- Agreement with McKenna Associates, Inc. for a Unified Development Ordinance
- Demolition agreements for 1729 N. Church, 804 W. Wood, 277 W. Prairie, and 1705 N. Main
- Ordinance adding territory to Enterprise Zone for Fuyao Development
- Agreement with INTERA Incorporated for Alternate Water Supplies Update (Project 2024-05)
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✓ Decided: Decatur City Council approves water and planning service agreements
The Council approved several resolutions regarding technical planning, a unified development ordinance, and water treatment plant expansions. Additionally, the Council passed an ordinance to add territory to the Enterprise Zone for Fuyao Development.
- Approved June 1, 2026 minutes (6-0, one abstention)
- Approved technical planning services agreement with McKenna Associates, Inc. (7-0)
- Approved unified development ordinance agreement with McKenna Associates, Inc. (6-0, one present)
- Approved South Water Treatment Plant expansion plan with Burns and McDonnell Engineering Company, Inc. (6-1)
- Approved alternate water supplies update with INTERA Incorporated (6-1)
- Approved omnibus consent agenda items B, C, F through K (7-0)
- Tabled demolition agreements with Steve's Trucking for 277 W. Prairie and 1705 N. Main
- Approved Enterprise Zone territory amendment for Fuyao Development (7-0)
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Monday, June 15, 2026
5:30 PM
City Council Chamber
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Appearance of Citizens
Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens:
A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City
Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate
response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents
(if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all
persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council
and key staff may make comments.
III. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of June 1, 2026 City Council Meeting
IV. Unfinished Business
V. New Business
1. Treasurer's Financial Report
2. Resolution Authorizing Payment Under an Agreement for Technical Planning Services
between the Decatur Urban Area Transportation Study (DUATS) and McKenna Associates,
Inc. for a Comprehensive Plan
3. Resolution Authorizing the City of Decatur to Enter into an Agreement with McKenna
Associates, Inc. for the Preparation of a Unified Development Ordinance
4. Resolution Authorizing Agreement with Burns and McDonnell Engineering Company, Inc., to
Provide Professional Engineering Services to the City of Decatur for the South Water
Treatment Plant Expansion Plan, City Project 2025-03
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, June 15, 2026
On Monday, June 15, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in
Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur,
Illinois.
Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Dennis
Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn and Ed Culp. Mayor Moore
Wolfe declared a quorum present.
City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well.
Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens.
The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Verlyn Rosenberger,
Stephanie Brown, Doris McKay, Jerry Stocks, Donovan Smith, Caleb Sexson, Lucas Cooling,
Katie Burns, Jon Grubb, Don Carmichael, Bret Robertson and Ayn Owens.
Council members responded to citizens’ comments.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Approval of the Minutes.
The minutes of June 1, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman
Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written, seconded by Councilman Culp and on call
of the roll, Council members Dennis Cooper, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed
Culp and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Councilwoman Gregory abstained from the vote.
Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carried.
With there being no Unfinished Business, Mayor Moore Wolfe called for New Business.
City Manager Hon presented the Treasurer’s Financial Report and an
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to authorize transit agreement and street restoration contracts
The Decatur City Council will consider a resolution to amend the transit management agreement with MV Transportation, Inc., and approve a series of routine contracts for street restoration, dam machinery, and water treatment generators. The meeting also includes a public comment period and the approval of prior council minutes.
- Resolution authorizing Fourth Amendment to Transit Management Agreement with MV Transportation, Inc.
- Resolution authorizing contract with Entler Excavating Co., Inc. for 2026 sewer improvements
- Resolution authorizing contract with Dunn Company for street restoration, Section 26-00608-00-FP
- Resolution authorizing contract with Altorfer Inc. for South Water Treatment Plant generators
- Resolution authorizing public mural at 130 N. Franklin Street
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✓ Decided: Council approved multiple contracts, agreements and a public mural by omnibus vote
The Decatur City Council approved the minutes from the May 18 meeting. An omnibus vote authorized a fourth amendment to the transit agreement with MV Transportation and approved seven other resolutions covering engineering services, grant execution, water treatment, farmland conservation, sewer improvements, street restoration, and a cellular AMI solution. The council also approved additional motor‑fuel tax funds for street restoration and a public mural at the Decatur Public Library.
- Approved May 18 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved R2026-111 Fourth Amendment to Transit Management Agreement with MV Transportation (unanimous)
- Approved R2026-112 Resolution for engineering services to rebuild Lake Decatur dam sluice gate (unanimous)
- Approved R2026-113 Resolution authorizing execution of state and EPA grant agreement (unanimous)
- Approved R2026-114 Resolution for six‑year maintenance of South Water Treatment Plant generators (unanimous)
- Approved R2026-115 Resolution for farmland conservation program with Fulk Family Farm (unanimous)
- Approved R2026-116 Resolution accepting bid for 2026 sanitary & storm sewer improvement project (unanimous)
- Approved R2026-117 Resolution accepting bid for 2026 annual street restoration project (unanimous)
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Monday, June 1, 2026
5:30 PM
City Council Chamber
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Proclamations and Recognitions
III. Appearance of Citizens
Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens:
A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City
Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate
response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents
(if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all
persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council
and key staff may make comments.
IV. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of May 18, 2026 City Council Meeting
V. Unfinished Business
VI. New Business
1. Resolution Authorizing Fourth Amendment to the Transit Management and Operations
Agreement with MV Transportation, Inc.
2. City Manager Update
3. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council
approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are
matters of limited discretion, and about which little or no discussion is anticipated. However,
staff’s assessment of what should be included on the Consent Agenda/Calendar can be in error.
For this reason, any Consent Agenda/Calendar item can be re
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, June 1, 2026
On Monday, June 1, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in
Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur,
Illinois.
Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Consuelo
Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp and Dennis Cooper. Councilwoman Lisa Gregory
was absent. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present.
City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well.
Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Proclamations and Recognitions.
Mayor Moore Wolfe recognized the student ambassadors from Decatur Sister Cities who
will be traveling to Seevetal, Germany from June 10, 2026, to June 20, 2026.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens.
The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Mark Birch, James Taylor,
Don Carmichael, Ayn Owens, Bret Robertson and Tim McCann.
Council members responded to citizens’ comments.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Approval of the Minutes.
The minutes of May 18, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilman Culp
moved the minutes be approved as written, seconded by Councilman McDaniel and on call of the
roll, Council members Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper and
Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carried.
With there being no Unfinished Business, Mayor
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to approve software, police radios, and zoning changes
The Decatur City Council will review financial reports, an update on a manufacturing project, and authorize payments for software, police radios, and a boom mower. The body will also consider rezoning two properties and approve grant agreements with the Howard G. Buffett Foundation.
- Resolution authorizing payment to Tyler Technologies for MUNIS financial software
- Resolution authorizing purchase of portable radios and equipment from Motorola Solutions
- Ordinance rezoning 1501 East Eldorado Street from B-1 to B-2 Commercial District
- Ordinance rezoning 2500 West Main Street and 2506 West Main Street from R-5 to R-3 Single Family Residence District
- Resolution approving grant agreements with Macon County for Howard G. Buffett Foundation funds
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✓ Decided: Council approved ten consent agenda items covering payments, grants, rezoning and zoning map
The City Council unanimously approved the May 4 meeting minutes. It also approved Resolution R2026-102 to acquire LIFEPAK 35 cardiac monitors and enter an eight‑year lease with Flex Financial. By omnibus vote, the Council approved consent‑agenda items A through J, which include payments to vendors, grant agreements for police and fire, equipment purchases, engineering services, two rezoning actions, and filing the 2025 official zoning map.
- Approved May 4, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved R2026-102 acquisition of LIFEPAK 35 cardiac monitors and eight‑year lease (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items A–J (payments, grants, rezoning, zoning map) by omnibus vote (unanimous)
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Monday, May 18, 2026
5:30 PM
City Council Chamber
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Proclamations and Recognitions
III. Appearance of Citizens
Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens:
A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City
Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate
response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents
(if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all
persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council
and key staff may make comments.
IV. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of May 4, 2026 City Council Meeting
V. Unfinished Business
VI. New Business
1. Treasurer's Financial Report
2. Update - TCCI Manufacturing Project
3. Resolution Authorizing the Acquisition of LIFEPAK 35 Cardiac Monitors and Enter into An
Eight-Year Lease Agreement with Flex Financial
4. City Manager Update
5. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council
approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are
matters of limited discretion, and about which little or no discussion is anticipated. However,
staff’s assessment of what should be included on the Consent Agen
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, May 18, 2026
On Monday, May 18, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in
Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur,
Illinois.
Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Consuelo
Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, and Dennis Cooper. Councilwoman Lisa Gregory
was absent. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present.
City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well.
Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Proclamations and Recognitions.
Ms. Carol Merna, with the Center for the Prevention of Abuse, presented the City of
Decatur with the Partners in Peace certification.
Mr. John Burkhart, Director of Water for the Town of Normal, on behalf of the Illinois
Chapter of American Waterworks, presented the City of Decatur with the 2025 Gold Level
Water Ambassador designation.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens.
The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Brittany Larson, Ayn Owens,
Bret Robertson, James Taylor, and Michael Leone.
Council members made no immediate responses.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Approval of the Minutes.
The minutes of May 4, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilman Culp
moved the minutes be approved as written, seconded by Councilman McDaniel and on call of the
roll, Council members Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDan
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to vote on amendment to TIF redevelopment agreement with Merchant Street South
The Decatur City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Merchant Street South, LLC. It will also vote on a resolution to pay for technical planning services under the DUATS agreement with the Champaign County Regional Planning Commission, and a resolution supporting the Municipal Housing Authority. Additional items include a city manager update and a consent calendar with several routine resolutions.
- Ordinance amending TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Merchant Street South, LLC
- Resolution authorizing payment for technical planning services under DUATS agreement with Champaign County Regional Planning Commission
- Resolution supporting the Municipal Housing Authority
- Resolution renewing Interagency Agreement with Illinois State Police and McLean County Sheriff for the Illinois Trafficking Enforcement Group Task Force
- Resolution authorizing Lake Decatur Watershed Farmland Conservation Program Agreement with Flatland Farms Craycroft LLC
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✓ Decided: Council approved amendment to TIF redevelopment agreement with Merchant Street South
The council approved the minutes from the April 20 meeting and a series of ordinances and resolutions, including an amendment to the TIF redevelopment agreement with Merchant Street South, a payment for technical planning services, support for the Municipal Housing Authority, a lake watershed conservation program, and renewal of the Illinois Trafficking Enforcement Group agreement. All items were adopted by the recorded votes.
- Approved April 20 minutes (all aye, Culp abstained)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-20 amending TIF redevelopment agreement with Merchant Street South, LLC (unanimous aye)
- Approved Resolution R2026-95 authorizing payment for DUATS technical planning services (unanimous aye)
- Approved Resolution R2026-96 supporting the Municipal Housing Authority (passed 4‑3)
- Approved Consent Agenda Items A, C, and E by omnibus vote (unanimous aye)
- Approved Resolution R2026-100 authorizing Lake Decatur Watershed Farmland Conservation Program (unanimous aye)
- Approved Resolution R2026-101 renewing interagency agreement for Illinois Trafficking Enforcement Group (unanimous aye)
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Monday, May 4, 2026
5:30 PM
City Council Chamber
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Proclamations and Recognitions
III. Appearance of Citizens
Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens:
A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City
Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate
response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents
(if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all
persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council
and key staff may make comments.
IV. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of April 20, 2026 City Council Meeting
V. Unfinished Business
VI. New Business
1. Ordinance Authorizing Amendment to TIF Redevelopment Agreement by and between the
City of Decatur and Merchant Street South, LLC
2. Resolution Authorizing Payment under an Agreement for Technical Planning Services between
the Decatur Urban Area Transportation Study (DUATS) and the Champaign County Regional
Planning Commission
3. Resolution of the City of Decatur in Support of Municipal Housing Authority
4. City Manager Update
5. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council
approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurr
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, May 4, 2026
On Monday, May 4, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in
Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur,
Illinois.
Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Pat
McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory and Consuelo Cruz. Mayor
Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present.
City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well.
Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Proclamations and Recognitions.
Ms. Nikki Fenderson read a Proclamation proclaiming May 11 th to May 15 th, 2026, as
“Decatur Charter School Week”.
Mayor Moore Wolfe signed the proclamation.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens.
The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Lisa Kitchens, Rocki
Wilkerson, Andrew Jordan, Zane Peterson, Steve Funk, Gary Fyke, Ayn Owens and Bret
Robertson.
Council members responded to citizens’ comments.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Approval of the Minutes.
The minutes of April 20, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman
Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written, seconded by Councilman Culp and on call
of the roll, Council members Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory,
Consuelo Cruz and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Councilman Culp abstained from the vote.
Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carr
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City Council
✓ Decided: City Council approved fire department agreement and multiple contracts in omnibus vote
The council approved a three‑year agreement with IAFF Local 505 for fire department services. An omnibus vote approved Consent Agenda Items B through M, covering vehicle upfits, police vehicle purchases, a water‑service line engineering contract, several weed‑abatement extensions, and an enterprise‑zone ordinance. Separate resolutions also approved contracts with Burdick Plumbing for water line replacement, Sutton Ford for transit vans, and D&S Management Realty Partners for weed abatement. All actions passed with a 6‑aye, 0‑no vote.
- Approved IAFF Local 505 agreement (6‑0)
- Approved Consent Agenda Items B–M, including vehicle, police, water, weed‑abatement and enterprise‑zone ordinance (6‑0)
- Approved Burdick Plumbing contract for Galvanized Water Service Line Replacement (6‑0)
- Approved Sutton Ford contract for two 2026 transit cargo vans (6‑0)
- Approved extension with D&S Management Realty Partners for weed abatement (6‑0)
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Monday, April 20, 2026
5:30 PM
City Council Chamber
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Proclamations and Recognitions
III. Appearance of Citizens
Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens:
A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City
Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate
response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents
(if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all
persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council
and key staff may make comments.
IV. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of April 6, 2026 City Council Meeting
V. Unfinished Business
VI. New Business
1. Treasurer's Financial Report
2. Resolution Authorizing the Approval of an Agreement with I.A.F.F. Local 505, from January
1, 2025 through December 31, 2028
3. City Manager Update
4. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council
approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are
matters of limited discretion, and about which little or no discussion is anticipated. However,
staff’s assessment of what should be included on the Consent Agenda/Calendar can be in error.
For this reason, a
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, April 20, 2026
On Monday, April 20, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in
Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur,
Illinois.
Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members David
Horn, Dennis Cooper, Consuelo Cruz and Pat McDaniel. Council members Ed Culp and Lisa
Gregory were absent. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present.
Councilman McDaniel moved to allow Councilwoman Gregory to participate remotely
through electronic attendance pursuant to Open Meetings Act, 5 ILCS 120/7(a), seconded by
Councilman Horn.
Upon call of the roll, Council members David Horn, Dennis Cooper, Consuelo Cruz, Pat
McDaniel and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carried.
City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well.
Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Proclamations and Recognitions.
Mayor Moore Wolfe recognized the MacArthur High School boys’ and girls’ basketball
teams, along with their coaches, school administration, families and supporters, for their
achievement in reaching sectionals. Mayor Moore Wolfe presented them with Stephen Decatur
medallions.
Ms. Lori Kerans read a Proclamation proclaiming April 30 th, 2026, “Millikin University
Day” in honor of their 125th anniversary.
Mayor Moore Wolfe signed the proclamation.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for A
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Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to consider 2026-2029 Revitalization Plan
The City Council will vote on the Economic & Community Development 2026-2029 Revitalization Plan and a property tax abatement for NOTIS Development LLC. The meeting includes several infrastructure contracts and an ordinance regarding alcohol consumption in Central Park.
- Property tax abatement and permit fee waiver for NOTIS Development LLC at 136 S Dipper Lane
- Annexation of territory at 775 West Grove Road
- Contract with Burdick Plumbing and Heating Company, Inc. for Northeast Water Main Extension
- Demolition agreement with Hutchins Excavating for 333 E. Macon St., 380 S. Industry Ct., and 440 S. Franklin St.
- Ordinance authorizing alcohol consumption in Central Park for the Decatur Area Arts Council
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Monday, April 6, 2026
5:30 PM
City Council Chamber
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Appearance of Citizens
Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens:
A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City
Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate
response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents
(if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all
persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council
and key staff may make comments.
III. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of March 16, 2026 City Council Meeting
IV. Unfinished Business
V. New Business
1. Resolution Adopting the Economic & Community Development 2026-2029 Revitalization
Plan
2. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Property Tax Abatement Agreement with NOTIS
Development LLC at 136 S Dipper Lane and Waiving of Building Permit Fees
3. City Manager Update
4. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council
approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are
matters of limited discretion, and about which little or no discussion is anticipated. However,
staff’s assessment of what should be included on the Consen
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, April 6, 2026
On Monday, April 6, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in
Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur,
Illinois.
Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Ed Culp,
Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel and David Horn. Mayor Moore
Wolfe declared a quorum present.
City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well.
Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens.
The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Daniel Ray Pickrell, John
Phillips, Jr., Levi Leman and Ayn Owens.
Council members responded to citizens’ comments.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Approval of the Minutes.
The minutes of March 16, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman
Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written, seconded by Councilman Culp and on call
of the roll, Council members Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat
McDaniel, David Horn, and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the
motion carried.
With there being no Unfinished Business, Mayor Moore Wolfe called for New Business.
R2026-68 Resolution Adopting the Economic & Community Development 2026-2029
Revitalization Plan , was presented. Councilwoman Gregory moved the Resolution do pass,
seconded by Councilman Culp.
City Manage
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Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council considers $53 million in revenue bonds for Millikin University
The City Council will discuss and vote on ordinances to issue and sell revenue bonds for Millikin University. The meeting also includes a discussion of the 2025 Community Revitalization Survey results and various infrastructure contracts.
- Proposed issuance of Revenue Bonds (Series 2026A) and Taxable Revenue Bonds (Series 2026B) for Millikin University not to exceed $53,000,000
- Ordinance amending City Code Chapter 55.1 regarding Mobile Food Units and Temporary Vendor Stands
- Loan from the Public Water Supply Loan Program for Galvanized Water Service Line Replacement (Project 2025-20)
- Contracts for Grand and Condit Stormwater Pump Station electrical improvements and South Taylorville Road Water Main Replacement
- Ordinance authorizing Decatur Public Transportation System to provide transportation to Macon County
bondshigher-educationinfrastructurezoningpublic-transportationwater-services
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Monday, March 16, 2026
5:30 PM
City Council Chamber
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Proclamations and Recognitions
III. Appearance of Citizens
Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens:
A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City
Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate
response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents
(if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all
persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council
and key staff may make comments.
IV. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of March 2, 2026 City Council Meeting
V. Unfinished Business
VI. New Business
1. Treasurer's Financial Report
2. Notice of Public Hearing; An Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of (i) Revenue
Bonds (Millikin University), Series 2026A, and (ii) Taxable Revenue Bonds (Millikin
University), Series 2026B of the City of Decatur, Macon County, Illinois, in an aggregate
principal amount not to exceed $53,000,000; authorizing the execution and delivery of a Loan
Agreement, a Trust Indenture, a Bond Purchase Agreement and related documents; and
authorizing the distribution of a Preliminary Official Statement and an Official Statement; and
authorizing cer
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, March 16, 2026
On Monday, March 16, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in
Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur,
Illinois.
Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Dennis
Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn and Ed Culp. Mayor Moore
Wolfe declared a quorum present.
City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well.
Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Proclamations and Recognitions.
Ms. Mary Garrison, President & CEO of Heritage Behavioral Health Center presented a
proclamation recognizing March 2026 as Problem Gambling Awareness Month in Decatur.
Mayor Moore Wolfe signed the proclamation.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens.
The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Verlyn Rosenberger, Ayn
Owens and Bret Robertson.
Council members made no immediate responses.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for approval of the minutes.
The minutes of March 2, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman
Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written; seconded by Councilman Culp and on call
of the roll, Council members Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel,
David Horn, Ed Culp and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the
motion carried.
With there being no Unfinished Business
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Mon Mar 2, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to establish 2026 Community Grant Program
The City Council will discuss the evaluation and funding criteria for the Fiscal Year 2026 Community Grant Program. The body will also consider several vehicle purchases and infrastructure projects.
- Resolution for City Council Community Grant Program evaluation and scoring
- Resolution for Fiscal Year 2026 Community Grant Program funding
- Amendment to the William Street Pump Station Behind the Meter Solar Project
- Purchase of five Ford trucks (F-150, F-250, and F-450/F-550 models) from Morrow Brothers Ford, Inc.
- Demolition agreement with Ezell Excavating for 720 N. Edward St.
grantssolarinfrastructurevehiclesdemolition
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Monday, March 2, 2026
5:30 PM
City Council Chamber
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Proclamations and Recognitions
III. Appearance of Citizens
Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens:
A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City
Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate
response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents
(if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all
persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council
and key staff may make comments.
IV. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of February 17, 2026 City Council Meeting
V. Unfinished Business
VI. New Business
1. Resolution Authorizing Evaluation Criteria, Application and Scoring for City Council
Community Grant Program
2. Resolution Authorizing Expenditure of Funds for the City of Decatur City Council Community
Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2026
3. Resolution Amending R2024-349 A Behind the Meter Solar Project for the William Street
Pump Station
4. City Manager Update
5. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council
approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are
matters of limited
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, March 2, 2026
On Monday, March 2, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in
Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur,
Illinois.
Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Lisa
Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp and Dennis Cooper. Mayor Moore
Wolfe declared a quorum present.
City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well.
Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Moore Wolfe invited Mr. Robert Archer to the podium to present a proclamation.
Mr. Robert Archer presented a proclamation recognizing March 2026 as DeMolay Month
in Decatur.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens.
The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Jason Martin, Matt Kaloupek,
and James Taylor.
Council members responded to citizens’ comments.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for approval of the minutes.
The minutes of February 17, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman
Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written; seconded by Councilman Culp and on call
of the roll, Council members Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp,
Dennis Cooper and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion
carried.
With there being no Unfinished Business, Mayor Moore Wolfe called for New Business.
R2026-39 Resolution Authorizing Evalua
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Tue Feb 17, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to approve fire truck purchase and daycare agreement
The Decatur City Council will consider a resolution to authorize the purchase of a new fire apparatus and an agreement amendment for a local daycare. The meeting also includes routine budget amendments and the acceptance of various construction and vehicle supply bids.
- Resolution authorizing purchase of a Pierce Enforcer aerial ladder fire apparatus
- Resolution authorizing agreement amendment with Love Learning and Laughter Daycare
- Ordinance rezoning property at 543 East Division Street to B-1 Neighborhood Shopping Center
- Ordinance prohibiting groundwater use at the former Decatur Manufactured Gas Production Site
- Consent calendar includes accepting bids for police vehicles, pavement materials, and library chiller replacement
fire-apparatusbudgetzoningpublic-safetycontractsinfrastructureboards
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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
5:30 PM
City Council Chamber
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Appearance of Citizens
Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens:
A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City
Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate
response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents
(if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all
persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council
and key staff may make comments.
III. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of February 2, 2026 City Council Meeting
IV. Unfinished Business
V. New Business
1. Resolution Authorizing Agreement Amendment Between the City of Decatur and Love
Learning and Laughter Daycare, LLC
2. Budget Amendment Ordinance Appropriating Additional Monies for the Purpose of Defraying
the Expenses for Certain Funds of the City of Decatur, Illinois for the Fiscal Year Ending
December 31, 2026 - Love Learning and Laughter Daycare LLC
3. Resolution Authorizing City of Decatur to Enter into Purchase Agreement for Purchase of a
Pierce Enforcer Aerial Ladder Fire Apparatus from MacQueen Emergency and Agreement for
Debt Financing of Apparatus
4. City Manager Update
5. Consent Calenda
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
On Tuesday, February 17, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in
Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur,
Illinois.
Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Consuelo
Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper and Lisa Gregory. Mayor Moore
Wolfe declared a quorum present.
City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well.
Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens.
The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Dianne Spaniol, Dr. Chung-
Ha-Kim, Gary Jones, Shekila Smith, Alan Wade, Cherri Johnson, James McFarland and Brittany
Larson.
Council members responded to citizens’ comments.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for approval of the minutes.
The minutes of February 2, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman
Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written; seconded by Councilman Culp and on call
of the roll, Council members Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis
Cooper, Lisa Gregory and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the
motion carried.
With there being no Unfinished Business, Mayor Moore Wolfe called for New Business.
Resolution Authorizing Agreement Amendment Between the City of Decatur and Love
Learning and Laughter Daycare, LLC , was presented. Co
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Mon Feb 2, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to vote on City Manager appointment and employment agreement
The City Council will consider the appointment and employment agreement for a City Manager. The body will also review a budget reconciliation ordinance for the 2025 fiscal year and a development agreement with Broadwing Energy, LLC.
- Budget Reconciliation Ordinance for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025
- Development Agreement with Broadwing Energy, LLC
- TIF amendment for Eastgate Commons Redevelopment Project Area
- Purchase and Renovation Agreement amendment for 805 E. Johns Ave.
- Professional Services Agreement with Crawford, Murphy & Tilly Inc. for Northeast Quadrant Water System Capacity Improvements
city-managerbudgeteconomic-developmentinfrastructurewater-system
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Monday, February 2, 2026
5:30 PM
City Council Chamber
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Appearance of Citizens
Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens:
A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City
Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate
response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents
(if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all
persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council
and key staff may make comments.
III. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of January 20, 2026 City Council Meeting
IV. Unfinished Business
V. New Business
1. Resolution Authorizing Appointment - City Manager
2. Resolution Authorizing Employment Agreement - City Manager
3. Budget Reconciliation Ordinance Appropriating Additional Monies for the Purpose of
Defraying the Expenses for Certain Funds of the City of Decatur, Illinois for the Fiscal Year
Ending December 31, 2025
4. Resolution Approving a Development Agreement by and between the City of Decatur, Illinois
and Broadwing Energy, LLC
5. City Manager Update
6. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council
approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recu
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, February 2, 2026
On Monday, February 2, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in
Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur,
Illinois.
Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Pat
McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory and Consuelo Cruz. Mayor
Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present.
Interim City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well.
Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens.
The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Jacob Jenkins, Colin Graves,
George Virgil, Mark Denzler, Jaquay Owens, Nicole Bateman, Kris Lutt, Julie Gahwiler Lamb,
Chad Bowlin, Josh Prasun, Will Wetzel, Alan Wade, Crystal Bergfield and Kasey Holt.
Council members responded to citizens’ comments.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for approval of the minutes.
The minutes of January 20, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman
Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written; seconded by Councilman Culp and on call
of the roll, Council members Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory,
Consuelo Cruz and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion
carried.
With there being no Unfinished Business, Mayor Moore Wolfe called for New Business.
R2026-15 Resolution Authorizing Appointment - City M
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Tue Jan 20, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to discuss 2026-2029 Revitalization Plan
The City Council will discuss the Economic & Community Development 2026-2029 Revitalization Plan and a redevelopment resolution for 250 North Water Street. The body will also consider an amendment for engineering services regarding the Lake Decatur Watershed Management Plan and a change to the Local Motor Fuel Tax code.
- Redevelopment resolution for 250 North Water Street (Citizens-Barnes Building)
- Amendment No. 5 for Spheros Environmental Parent Group, Inc. (Lake Decatur Watershed Management Plan)
- Ordinance amending City Code Chapter 51.4 regarding Local Motor Fuel Tax
- Installation of street lighting on Park Place and Cobb Avenue
- Purchase of two backhoes, one skidsteer, and four dump trucks via Sourcewell contracts
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Tuesday, January 20, 2026
5:30 PM
City Council Chamber
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Proclamations and Recognitions
III. Appearance of Citizens
Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens:
A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City
Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate
response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents
(if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all
persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council
and key staff may make comments.
IV. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of January 5, 2026 City Council Meeting
V. Unfinished Business
VI. New Business
1. Resolution Authorizing Amendment No. 5 for Professional Engineering Services Agreement
with Spheros Environmental Parent Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for Lake Decatur
Watershed Management Plan City Project 2019-38
2. Ordinance Amending City Code, Chapter 51.4, Local Motor Fuel Tax
3. Discussion Item - Economic & Community Development 2026-2029 Revitalization Plan
4. A Resolution to Induce the Redevelopment Located at 250 North Water Street, Commonly
Referred to as the Citizens-Barnes Building
5. City Manager Update
6. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in
Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur,
Illinois.
Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Ed Culp,
Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel and David Horn. Mayor Moore
Wolfe declared a quorum present.
Interim City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well.
Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Moore Wolfe announced that the Resolution Authorizing the Economic &
Community Development Department's Revitalization Plan for 2026-2029 was changed from an
action item to a discussion item.
Ms. Laura Dean, Associate Professor at Millikin University along with her student,
Cassidy Culjat, presented a proclamation proclaiming January 2026 as Human Trafficking
Awareness Month in Decatur.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens.
The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Reed Sutman, Stephanie Kee,
James Taylor and Chad Bowlin.
Council members responded to citizens’ comments.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for approval of the minutes.
The minutes of January 5, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman
Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written; seconded by Councilman Culp and on call
of the roll, Council members David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa
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Mon Jan 5, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
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Monday, January 5, 2026
5:30 PM
City Council Chamber
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
I. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Appearance of Citizens
Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens:
A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City
Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate
response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents
(if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all
persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council
and key staff may make comments.
III. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Minutes of December 15, 2025 City Council Meeting
IV. Unfinished Business
V. New Business
1. Resolution Authorizing Amendment No. 5 for Professional Engineering Services Agreement
with Spheros Environmental Parent Group Inc., a Delaware Corporation, for Lake Decatur
Watershed Management Plan City Project 2019-38
2. Discussion Item - Review of the Evaluation Criteria, Application, and Scoring Sheet for the
City Council Community Grant Program
3. City Manager Update
4. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council
approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are
matters of limited discretion, and about w
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, January 5, 2026
On Monday, January 5, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in
Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur,
Illinois.
Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Ed Culp,
Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel and David Horn. Mayor Moore
Wolfe declared a quorum present.
Interim City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well.
Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Moore Wolfe announced that Item #1 under New Business, the Resolution
Authorizing Amendment No. 5 for the Professional Engineering Services Agreement with
Spheros, has been removed from the agenda.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens.
The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Dianne Spaniol, Ayn Owens
and Renee Ferre.
Mayor Moore Wolfe called for approval of the minutes.
The minutes of December 15 th, 2025, City Council meeting were presented.
Councilwoman Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written; seconded by Councilman
Culp and on call of the roll, Council members Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo
Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe
declared the motion carried.
With there being no Unfinished Business, Mayor Moore Wolfe called for New Business.
Interim City Manager Hon provided an overview of the eval
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