Decatur public meetings in 2024

General

The Decatur City Council will meet to approve a lobbying services agreement, a third amendment to a transit management contract, and various development agreements. The agenda also includes routine consent calendar items such as water treatment chemical purchase orders and a storm drainage improvement project contract.

• Resolution authorizing lobbying services agreement with Highstake 35 LLC
• Resolution authorizing third amendment to transit management agreement with MV Transportation, Inc.
• Resolution authorizing development agreement with Stixon36 LLC
• Resolution authorizing development agreement with K.C. Finds, LLC
• Resolution authorizing contract with Entler Excavating Company for storm drainage improvements

The Decatur City Council approved a lobbying services agreement with Highstake 35 LLC DBA Mercury Public Affairs, along with several other resolutions including a development agreement with Stixon36 LLC (with one abstention) and an interfund cash advance. The council also approved a consent agenda covering water treatment chemical purchases, a rezoning, and a storm drainage contract. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved lobbying services agreement with Mercury Public Affairs (unanimous)
• Approved development agreement with Stixon36 LLC (6-0-1, Horn abstained)
• Approved resolution to include Section 125 plan compensation as IMRF earnings (unanimous)
• Approved third transit management agreement amendment with MV Transportation (unanimous)
• Approved interfund cash advance to affect positive cash position (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items B-M, including water treatment chemical purchases, rezoning at 1326/1336 W Eldorado St, and storm drainage contract (unanimous)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will meet to approve routine items including water treatment chemical purchases, a storm drainage improvement project, and development agreements with private entities. The agenda also includes a public appearance period for citizens.

• Resolution accepting bid for water treatment chemicals
• Resolution for storm drainage improvement project
• Resolution authorizing development agreement with Stixon36 LLC
• Resolution authorizing development agreement with K.C. Finds, LLC
• Ordinance rezoning property on West Eldorado Street

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider authorizing a new collective bargaining agreement for general service employees and three property tax levy ordinances for the 2025 fiscal year. The meeting also includes public hearings, real estate purchase agreements, and several consent calendar items.

• Resolution authorizing collective bargaining agreement for AFSCME Council 31
• Ordinance levying property taxes for 2025 (5%, 6%, and 7% options)
• Public hearing on the 2024 tax levy
• Resolution authorizing real estate purchase agreements for Good Samaritan Inn and 412 S. Franklin Street
• Resolution authorizing engineering services agreement with Burns & McDonnell

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The meeting includes proposals for solar projects at the public library and William Street Pump Station, as well as several annexations.

• Public hearing and adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Rezoning of 3350 and 3236 North MacArthur Road to Planned Development
• Annexation of 3120 Kathy Court and 3105 Turpin Road
• Purchase of five Scott Air-Pak X3 Pro SCBAs and seven cylinders from Municipal Emergency Services
• Tree installation contract with Paul Tree Farms LLC

The Decatur City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2025 budget ordinance (2024-165) by a 5-2 vote, with Council members Cooper and Horn voting no. The council also approved several resolutions, including the purchase of fire equipment, solar projects for the library and pump station, a safety action plan, and a tree installation contract. All consent agenda items were approved by omnibus vote.

• Adopted FY2025 budget ordinance (2024-165) (5-2)
• Approved purchase of 5 Scott Air-Pak X3 Pro SCBA and 7 cylinders from MES (R2024-347)
• Authorized behind-the-meter solar project for Decatur Public Library (R2024-348)
• Authorized behind-the-meter solar project for William Street Pump Station (R2024-349)
• Approved professional services agreement for Safe Streets and Roads for All plan (R2024-350)
• Approved tree installation contract with Paul Tree Farms LLC (R2024-351)
• Approved consent agenda items A-N (omnibus vote)
• Approved minutes of November 4, 2024 meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss the creation of a municipal gas use tax and the estimated amounts for the 2024 tax levy. The body is also reviewing contracts for health benefits and infrastructure projects.

• Ordinance creating City Code Chapter 51.6 - Municipal Gas Use Tax
• Resolution estimating amounts necessary to be raised by the 2024 Tax Levy
• Contract with Burdick Plumbing and Heating Company, Inc. for the Vulcan Watermine Pipeline (Project 2022-22)
• Agreement with BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois for 2025 City Group Health Benefit Plan
• Annexation of territories at 2223 Thunderbird Drive, 2961 Lakeland Road, and 2417 Wilcox Lane

The Decatur City Council approved an ordinance creating a municipal gas use tax and amended a resolution to lower the proposed 2024 property tax levy increase from 9% to 7%. The Council also approved an agreement with BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois for group health benefits, an amendment to a redevelopment agreement with Tillamook Illinois, LLC, and a contract with Burdick Plumbing and Heating Company for the Vulcan Watermine Pipeline. Additionally, several annexations and lighting replacement agreements were approved.

• Approved minutes from October 14, 2024 Study Session (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes from October 21, 2024 Council Meeting (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-161 creating Chapter 51.6 Municipal Gas Use Tax (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-341 estimating the 2024 Tax Levy with a 7% increase amendment (6-1, Horn nay)
• Approved Resolution R2024-342 for BlueCross BlueShield group health benefit plan administration (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-343 amending the redevelopment agreement with Tillamook Illinois, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-344 contract with Burdick Plumbing and Heating for Vulcan Watermine Pipeline (6-1, Horn nay)
• Approved annexation ordinances 2024-162, 2024-163, 2024-164 and MFT appropriation resolution R2024-346 by omnibus vote (7-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider approving the annexation of multiple residential properties, accepting a bid for dock removal in Nelson Park Harbor, and authorizing a grant agreement for a city-wide environmental site assessment.

• Annexation of territory at 2960 Lakeland Road
• Annexation of territory at 3060 Lakeland Road
• Accepting B&R Construction bid for Nelson Park Harbor dock removal
• Accepting EPA grant for city-wide environmental site assessment
• Professional services agreement with JPL Environmental for composting plan

The Decatur City Council approved a resolution awarding the Nelson Park Harbor dock removal contract to G&H Marine, Inc., after amending the original bid from B&R Construction. The council also approved a Brownfield Environmental Site Assessment grant agreement with the EPA, a composting and food waste reduction plan agreement with JPL Environmental Engineering, and eight annexation ordinances. Councilman Horn requested to remove Item I from the consent agenda, but no action was taken on it.

• Amended R2024-400 to award dock removal bid to G&H Marine, Inc. (4-3)
• Approved R2024-400 accepting G&H Marine, Inc. bid for dock removal (4-3)
• Approved R2024-338 Brownfield Environmental Site Assessment grant agreement with EPA (unanimous)
• Approved R2024-339 agreement with JPL Environmental Engineering for composting plan (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items A-H, including eight annexation ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 7, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Allowed Councilman Kuhle to participate remotely (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a study session to discuss the recommended FY 2025 budget. The proposal includes a projected $4.2 million General Fund deficit and a 5% increase in the overall property tax levy.

• Proposed 15 new positions, including 7 Police Department patrol officers
• $1.5 million budgeted for demolitions and $300,000 for residential rehab
• Projected 5% COLA for non-represented full-time employees
• $1.5 million for vehicle replacement costs
• Closure of the Old Town TIF at the end of FY24

The City Council held a study session to review the FY 2025 recommended budget, with department heads presenting their funding requests and priorities. No formal votes or decisions were made during the session; it was informational only. The meeting adjourned after public comments.

• No formal decisions made; budget review was informational only

City Council

The City Council will discuss a collective bargaining agreement for the Decatur Police Benevolent and Protective Association and a new municipal gas use tax. The meeting includes numerous territory annexations and several vehicle purchases for city use.

• Collective bargaining agreement for the Decatur Police Benevolent and Protective Association
• Ordinance creating City Code Chapter 51.6 - Municipal Gas Use Tax
• Purchase of three Ford Electric SUVs from Landmark Ford Inc.
• Purchase of one ADA Ford Transit Van and one ADA Pacifica Van from Master’s Transportation Inc.
• Contract with Culy Contracting LLC for the 2024 Manhole Rehabilitation Project

The City Council approved a new collective bargaining agreement for the Decatur Police Benevolent and Protective Association. They also approved numerous property annexations, several infrastructure and equipment contracts, and amended the city's alcoholic liquor code. A proposed municipal gas use tax was tabled for further notification to affected users.

• Approved police collective bargaining agreement (7-0)
• Tabled municipal gas use tax ordinance (5-2)
• Amended alcoholic liquor code regarding revenue thresholds (6-1)
• Approved 26 property annexations via omnibus vote (7-0)
• Approved purchase of three electric SUVs (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved manhole rehabilitation contract (7-0)
• Designated honorary street names for Dr. John C. Ellis and Jerry Pelz

City Council

The City Council will consider multiple resolutions to authorize various insurance coverages for the 2024-2025 period. The meeting includes proposals for territory annexations, property rezonings, and amendments to city codes regarding refuse and at-risk properties.

• Insurance resolutions for property, liability, cyber, and workers compensation (Oct 1, 2024 - Oct 1, 2025)
• Rezoning of 2192 East Wood Street from R-3 Single Family Residence to B-2 Commercial District
• Annexation of territory at 2943 South Wheatland Road and 2941 Turpin Road
• Contract with Dunn Company for 2024 Local Motor Fuel Tax Street Improvement Project
• Demolition agreements for 130 N. Edward St and 1255 E. Prairie St

The Decatur City Council approved nine insurance coverage resolutions for the 2024-2025 policy period, an amendment to the Everside Health agreement, and the Macon County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan. The council also passed an omnibus consent agenda covering 18 items, including annexations, rezoning, street improvements, demolitions, and code amendments. No items were removed from the consent agenda.

• Approved property and liability insurance coverage (R2024-298) (7-0)
• Approved auto inland marine lot insurance (R2024-299) (7-0)
• Approved excess liability insurance (R2024-300) (7-0)
• Approved property insurance (R2024-301) (7-0)
• Approved excess workers compensation insurance (R2024-302) (7-0)
• Approved equipment insurance (R2024-303) (7-0)
• Approved cyber liability insurance (R2024-304) (7-0)
• Approved crisis protection insurance (R2024-305) (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a design engineering agreement for the Garfield Avenue Bridge over 22nd Street and an ordinance regarding animal cruelty. The meeting also includes several proposed territory annexations and a water service agreement with the Village of Forsyth.

• Appropriation of $384,614 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for Garfield Avenue Bridge final design
• Ordinance amending City Code Chapter 47 Animal Cruelty
• Annexation of territory at 2940, 2977, and 3040 Lakeland Road
• Professional services agreement with Christy-Foltz, Inc. for Lake Decatur Dam fish barrier
• Water service agreement with the Village of Forsyth

The Decatur City Council approved a final design engineering services agreement with WHKS and Co. for the Garfield Avenue Bridge over 22nd Street, funded with Motor Fuel Tax funds. It also passed an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 47 on animal cruelty. Several consent agenda items were approved, including appointments, annexations, and a water service agreement with the Village of Forsyth. Councilman Horn abstained from the water service agreement vote.

• Approved R2024-291 final design engineering services agreement with WHKS and Co. for Garfield Avenue Bridge (unanimous)
• Approved 2024-112 ordinance amending City Code Chapter 47 on animal cruelty (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items A-H and J, including library board appointments, annexations, and real estate sales agreement (unanimous)
• Approved R2024-296 water service agreement with Village of Forsyth (5-1, Horn abstained)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure contracts and intergovernmental agreements. The meeting includes proposals for street restoration and basin improvements, as well as discussions on alcoholic liquor code amendments and annexations.

• Contract with Dunn Company for Annual Street Restoration (Project 2024-08)
• Contract with Cothren’s Custom Hardscapes for Lake Decatur Staley Basin Improvements (Project 2023-16)
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Hickory Point Township for Taylor Avenue improvements
• Real Estate Sales Agreement between the City and Vulcan Lands Inc./Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC
• Annexation ordinances for 2221 Highland Road and 2942 South Wheatland Road

The Decatur City Council approved four resolutions: a street restoration contract with Dunn Company, an intergovernmental agreement for Taylor Avenue improvements, a Lake Decatur Staley Basin improvements contract with Cothren's Custom Hardscapes, and a real estate sales agreement with Vulcan Lands Inc. and Vulcan Construction Materials. The council also approved the consent agenda items A-C and E-L, and a watering services payment for Beautify America (5-1). Discussions were held on video gaming regulations and annexations, but no decisions were made on those topics.

• Approved R2024-279: Street restoration contract with Dunn Company (unanimous)
• Approved R2024-280: Taylor Avenue cost-sharing agreement with Hickory Point Township (unanimous)
• Approved R2024-281: Staley Basin improvements contract with Cothren's Custom Hardscapes (unanimous)
• Approved R2024-282: Real estate sales agreement with Vulcan Lands Inc. and Vulcan Construction Materials (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items A-C and E-L (unanimous)
• Approved R2024-284: Watering services payment for Beautify America (5-1, Horn nay)

City Council

The City Council will decide on rezoning a 16.3-acre site owned by Archer-Daniels-Midland Company from residential to heavy industrial. The body is also considering several professional service agreements for infrastructure and demolition projects.

• Ordinance to rezone 4148 East Faries Parkway from R-1 Single Family Residence to M-2 Heavy Industrial District
• Agreement with Steve's Trucking for demolition of vacant buildings at 436 N. Main (Former YWCA)
• Engineering agreement with Crawford, Murphy and Tilly, Inc. for Lost Bridge North Basin and Florian Basin project
• Agreement with Paul’s Machine and Welding Corp. to rebuild the Lake Decatur Dam North Sluice Gate hoist machinery frame
• Purchase of two Ford F-550 KUV Service Trucks from Larry H. Miller Ford

The Decatur City Council approved a rezoning of 4148 East Faries Parkway from R-1 Single Family Residence to M-2 Heavy Industrial District, along with several engineering and demolition contracts. All votes were unanimous except for the demolition contract, which passed 5-2. The council also approved a consent agenda covering appointments, vehicle purchases, annexation, and dock work.

• Approved rezoning 4148 E. Faries Pkwy to M-2 Heavy Industrial (7-0)
• Approved engineering services agreement with Crawford, Murphy and Tilly for Lost Bridge North Basin and Florian Basin project (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Paul's Machine and Welding to rebuild sluice gate hoist frame at Lake Decatur Dam (7-0)
• Approved demolition contract with Steve's Trucking for 436 N. Main (former YWCA) (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including Decatur Housing Authority appointment, purchase of two Ford F-550 trucks, annexation of 2340 Highland Road, and dock removal proposal (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a $16 million grant for the Brush College/Faries Parkway Grade Separation Project and other infrastructure improvements. The body is also considering territory annexations and a purchase for the police department.

• Resolution for a $16 million Railroad Crossing Elimination (RCE) Grant for Brush College/Faries Parkway
• Resolution for construction engineering services for Brush College Road over Faries Parkway and Norfolk Southern Railroad Tracks
• Purchase of Cellebrite Premium for the Decatur Police Department
• Annexation of territory at 2943 Lakeland Road and 3040 Turpin Road
• Loan documents for South Water Treatment Plant Electrical Improvements (Project Number 2022-18)

The City Council approved a $16 million grant for the Brush College/Faries Parkway Grade Separation Project. Council also authorized the purchase of data extraction software for the police department and approved two territory annexations.

• Approved purchase of Cellebrite Premium for Decatur Police Department (7-0)
• Approved annexation of 2943 Lakeland Road (7-0)
• Approved annexation of 3040 Turpin Road (7-0)
• Approved grant agreement for Brush College Road engineering services (7-0)
• Approved $16 million railroad crossing elimination grant for Brush College/Faries Parkway (7-0)
• Authorized loan documents for South Water Treatment Plant electrical improvements (7-0)
• Approved resolution regarding unsafe structures (7-0)
• Approved July 1, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several bids for the renovation of 1170 Orchard Street into a daycare facility. The agenda also includes multiple property annexations and rezoning requests. Additionally, the council will review infrastructure contracts and grant agreements.

• Renovation bids for 1170 Orchard Street, including asbestos removal and HVAC
• Annexation of properties on Highland Road, Lakeland Road, and Turpin Road
• Rezoning of 2225 to 2389 East Locust Street to M-1 Industrial District
• Contract with Insituform Technologies USA, LLC for trenchless repairs project
• Demolition of 905 E. Wood St via Steve's Trucking

The City Council approved five separate bids for HVAC, sprinklers, flooring, asbestos removal, and painting at 1170 Orchard Street for a proposed 24-hour day-care center. The Council also passed a consent agenda including five territory annexations and one rezoning request.

• Approved HVAC bid with Henson Robinson for 1170 Orchard Street (7-0)
• Approved sprinkler installation bid with Superior Fire Protection Systems for 1170 Orchard Street (7-0)
• Approved flooring and asbestos removal bid with Carpet Weaver's for 1170 Orchard Street (7-0)
• Approved asbestos removal bid with Parkland Environmental for 1170 Orchard Street (7-0)
• Approved painting bid with Jones and Sullivan Enterprises, Inc. for 1170 Orchard Street (7-0)
• Approved five territory annexations at Highland Road, Lakeland Road, and Turpin Road (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2225 to 2389 East Locust Street to M-1 Intense Commercial/Light Industrial District (7-0)
• Approved contract with Insituform Technologies USA, LLC for 2024 Trenchless Long Lining Repairs (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review the May 2024 Treasurer's Financial Report and consider several items on the consent calendar. This includes amendments to agreements for Brush College Road improvements and a three-year Microsoft licensing renewal. The council will also address territory annexation and property acceptance from District 61.

• Amendments for Brush College Road improvement project over Faries Parkway
• Three-year Microsoft Enterprise 365 licensing renewal with CDW-G
• Ordinance annexing territory at 3073 Turpin Road
• Professional service agreement with Arthur J Gallagher for risk management
• Temporary closure of Lost Bridge Road for the 217 Wiffle Ball Classic

The Decatur City Council approved a professional service agreement for insurance brokerage and amended the city code regarding alcoholic liquor licenses. Several resolutions related to the Brush College Road improvement project and a temporary road closure for an event were also passed. Items C and I were removed from the consent agenda for further discussion.

• Approved Resolution R2024-250 for insurance brokerage services (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-94 amending alcoholic liquor code (7-0)
• Approved omnibus vote for Items A, B, D, E, F, G, and H (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-255 for temporary closure of Lost Bridge Road (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Removed Items C and I from Consent Agenda Calendar
• Approved minutes from June 3, 2024 meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an intergovernmental agreement to provide five police officers for school security in Decatur School District 61. The body is also considering funding and easements for the Oakland and Grand Sewer Separation Project.

• Agreement with Decatur School District 61 for 5 school resource officers
• Borrowing funds from the Water Pollution Control Loan Program for the Oakland and Grand Sewer Separation Project
• Agreement with Norfolk Southern Railway Company for a storm sewer crossing
• Permanent easement to the Sanitary District of Decatur under Lake Decatur
• Annexation of territories at 2232 Highland Road, 2243 Highland Road, 2230 South Shores Drive, 3033 Turpin Road, and 3055 Turpin Road

The Decatur City Council unanimously approved a resolution to provide police officers for school security and authorized borrowing funds for the Oakland and Grand Sewer Separation Project. The council also granted a permanent easement to the Sanitary District of Decatur and approved an agreement with Norfolk Southern Railway for a storm sewer crossing. Additionally, the council annexed five properties and approved various appointments and alcohol consumption permits for park events.

• Approved R2024-243 for police officers in schools (7-0)
• Approved 2024-84 easement to Sanitary District (7-0)
• Approved R2024-244 agreement with Norfolk Southern Railway (7-0)
• Approved 2024-85 borrowing funds for sewer project (7-0)
• Approved Omnibus Vote for Items A-L including annexations (7-0)
• Annexed territories at 2232, 2243 Highland Rd, 2230 S Shores Dr, 3033, 3055 Turpin Rd
• Approved alcohol consumption permits for Central Park events
• Approved appointments to Civil Service, Historical, Electrical, and Housing boards

City Council

The City Council will discuss several property rezoning requests to M-1 Intense Commercial/Light Industrial districts and the annexation of new territories. The body is also deciding on contracts for sewer improvements, street restoration, and building demolitions.

• Contract with Entler Excavating Co. Inc. for 2024 Miscellaneous Sanitary & Storm Sewer Improvement Project
• Rezoning of property at Northeast Corner of Mound Road and Brush College Road from R-1 to M-1
• Rezoning of 726 North Main Street and 701 to 725 North Water Street from M-2 to M-1
• Agreement with Parkland Environmental for demolition of 968 W. Wood St. and 815 N. Van Dyke St.
• Purchase of four Ford F-150 trucks from Morrow Brothers Ford, Inc.

The City Council approved several rezoning requests to M-1 Intense Commercial/Light Industrial districts and authorized funding for street and sewer improvements. The council also approved two territory annexations and several demolition and vehicle purchase agreements.

• Approved contract with Entler Excavating Co. Inc. for 2024 Miscellaneous Sanitary & Storm Sewer Improvement Project (7-0)
• Appropriated Motor Tax Funds for Annual Street Restoration, City Project 2024-08 (7-0)
• Appropriated Motor Fuel Tax and Rebuild Illinois Funds for 27th Street Reconstruction (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Heritage Behavioral Health Center for Prairie Avenue streetscape improvements (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved annexation and rezoning to M-1 at Northeast Corner of Brush College Road and Mound Road (7-0)
• Approved rezoning to M-1 at 726 North Main Street and 701 to 725 North Water Street (7-0)
• Approved rezoning to M-1 at 1950 to 1990 North 35th Street (7-0)
• Approved rezoning to M-1 at 1750 North 35th Street to 3504 East Division Street (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the purchase of 10 police vehicles and computer equipment. The body is also considering several ordinances to establish and amend Tax Increment Financing (TIF) redevelopment project areas, including a redevelopment agreement with Merchant Street South, LLC.

• Purchase of four 2024 Ford Explorer Patrol, five 2024 Ford Explorer Admin, and one 2024 Ford F-150 Command vehicles from Sutton Ford Inc.
• Ordinance designating and adopting the Central TIF Redevelopment Project Area
• TIF Redevelopment Agreement between the City of Decatur and Merchant Street South, LLC
• Annexation of 13 different territories, including properties on East Grove Road and Lakeland Road
• Demolition agreements with Parkland Environmental for 960 W. Decatur St. and 665 W. Prairie St.

The City Council approved several ordinances to create and adopt the Central TIF Redevelopment Project Area, including a redevelopment agreement with Merchant Street South, LLC. The council also authorized the purchase of 10 police vehicles and various property transfers.

• Approved purchase of 10 Ford police vehicles from Sutton Ford Inc. (7-0)
• Approved computer equipment for police vehicles from CDS Office Technologies (7-0)
• Authorized property transfer to The Staley Museum (7-0)
• Authorized real estate transfer of portions of Garfield Park to Decatur Park District (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Central Illinois Land Bank Authority Agreement (7-0)
• Approved Central TIF Redevelopment Project Area and related plan (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized TIF agreement with Merchant Street South, LLC (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved water facilities PLC upgrades with Concentric Integration, LLC (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several items including a proposed $36,800,000 bond issuance to refund existing bonds and fund water system improvements. Other business includes property annexations, rezoning requests, and various construction and service contracts.

• $36,800,000 General Obligation Bonds for water system infrastructure
• Demolition of 1222 E. Grand and 1500 E. Condit via Ezell Excavating Inc.
• Rezoning of 4210 East Lakewood Avenue from R-1 to R-3
• Construction contract with Henson Robinson Company, Inc. for water upgrades
• Annexation of territory including multiple lots on W. Sunset Ave.

The City Council approved the issuance of general obligation bonds for water infrastructure and authorized the demolition of two former schools using ARPA CARES funds. Council denied a proposal to annex several lots on W. Sunset Ave. and approved various zoning and utility contracts.

• Approved issuance of up to $36.8M in General Obligation Bonds for water system improvements (7-0)
• Approved demolition of 1222 E. Grand and 1500 E. Condit schools using ARPA CARES funds (7-0)
• Denied ordinance to annex territory on W. Sunset Ave (3-4)
• Approved rezoning of 4210 East Lakewood Avenue from R-1 to R-3 (7-0)
• Approved construction contract with Henson Robinson Company, Inc. for water upgrades (7-0)
• Approved engineering agreement with Crawford, Murphy, and Tilly for water upgrades (7-0)
• Approved bid from G&H Marine, Inc. for Lake Services Dock System (7-0)
• Approved budget reconciliation ordinance and closing of Fund 99 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the appointment and employment agreement for the City Manager. The body is also considering several property annexations and contracts for city infrastructure and maintenance.

• Appointment and employment agreement for the City Manager
• Asbestos abatement proposal from Triple A Asbestos for 436 N. Main
• Construction contract with Lourash and Mahannah Excavation, LLC for Oakley Sediment Basin Drainage Improvements
• Purchase order with Master's Transportation Inc. for two Ford Transit Vans
• Ordinance amending City Code Chapter 56 regarding yard waste

The City Council approved the appointment and employment agreement for the City Manager and passed an ordinance updating residential yard waste services. The council also authorized several infrastructure contracts and approved multiple territory annexations.

• Approved appointment of City Manager (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved City Manager employment agreement (5-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved yard waste ordinance with common residential fee (7-0)
• Approved asbestos abatement at 436 N. Main (7-0)
• Approved Oakley Sediment Basin drainage contract (7-0)
• Approved William Street Pump Station change order (7-0)
• Approved purchase of two Ford Transit vans (7-0)
• Denied annexation of properties including 775 W. Grove Road (1-6)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an intergovernmental agreement for the repurposing of the Garfield School site and various equipment purchases. The body will also review a financial report indicating the General Fund cash reserve is at 89.6 days, slightly below the 90-day policy level.

• Intergovernmental Agreement for repurposing the Garfield School site
• Purchase of one 2024 SeaArk VFX 2072 Deluxe Patrol Boat from S&R Marine and Equipment
• Annexation of territory at 2975 Turpin Road
• Alcohol consumption authorization in Central Park for the Decatur Craft Beer Festival
• Multiple agreements for 2024 weed abatement with various vendors

The Decatur City Council approved an intergovernmental agreement with Decatur Public School District #61 for repurposing the Garfield School site, with a resident speaking in support of rehabilitation but against demolition. The council also approved several purchases and agreements, including a patrol boat, ammunition, software, and weed abatement contracts, and deleted one weed abatement resolution from the agenda. All votes were unanimous among the five members present; two members were absent.

• Approved R2024-72 intergovernmental agreement with Decatur Public School District #61 for repurposing Garfield School site (5-0)
• Approved R2024-73 license for underground pipelines with Illinois Central Railroad on Faries Parkway at Brush College Road (5-0)
• Approved R2024-74 bid from S&R Marine and Equipment for a 2024 SeaArk patrol boat, trailer, and accessories (5-0)
• Approved R2024-76 proposal from Vandevanter Engineering for a wash water return pump (5-0)
• Approved R2024-77 bids and purchase orders for ammunition for the Decatur Police Department (5-0)
• Approved R2024-78 three-year agreement and payment to Lexis Nexis for Desk Officer Reporting System (5-0)
• Approved R2024-79 payment to Central Square for software maintenance fees (5-0)
• Approved R2024-80 amendment to intergovernmental agreement for Decatur Macon County Enterprise Zone (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss premium yard waste services and consider several resolutions for equipment purchases and infrastructure safety. The body is also reviewing ordinances to annex multiple territories and a loan for the public water supply.

• Resolution for a Sourcewell Contract to purchase one Roadlazer RoadPak Paint Sprayer
• Safety improvement agreements for rail crossings at Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and Wood Street, and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive near Peoria Avenue
• Ordinance to borrow funds from the Public Water Supply Loan Program
• Resolution to accept a Cummins Midstate Power Inc. quote to rebuild the engine for Fire Truck #366
• Annexation ordinances for 2801 Southland Road, 2222 South Shores Drive, 2981 Turpin Road, and 3030 Turpin Road

The City Council authorized borrowing funds from the Public Water Supply Loan Program and approved two safety improvement agreements with the Illinois Central Railroad Company. The council also approved several land annexations and a contract for a road paint sprayer.

• Approved borrowing funds from Public Water Supply Loan Program (7-0)
• Approved safety improvements at MLK Jr. Drive and Wood Street railroad crossing (7-0)
• Approved safety improvements at MLK Jr. Drive near Peoria Avenue railroad crossing (7-0)
• Approved purchase of one Roadlazer RoadPak Paint Sprayer (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Macon County Conservation District for controlled burning (7-0)
• Approved Cummins Midstate Power Inc. quote to rebuild Fire Truck #366 engine (7-0)
• Approved annexations of 2801 Southland Road, 2222 South Shores Drive, 2981 Turpin Road, and 3030 Turpin Road (7-0)
• Approved resolution regarding unsafe structures (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss enhancements for the Eldorado Street Corridor and consider rezoning properties at 425 and 443 North Edward Street from commercial to multiple dwelling. The body will also review contracts for dump trucks and data storage hardware, and a large number of territory annexations.

• Rezoning of 425 and 443 North Edward Street from B-2 Commercial to R-6 Multiple Dwelling District
• Purchase of five dump trucks via a Sourcewell Contract
• Purchase of replacement data storage hardware from Presidio Networked Solutions Group
• Public hearing scheduling for the Central TIF Redevelopment Project Area plan
• Multiple ordinances and resolutions to annex various territories including Tempe Drive, Lilac Drive, and Southland Road

The City Council authorized the purchase of five dump trucks and amended the fire prevention code to include a fee for lift assist services with a one-year sunset clause. The council also approved several territory annexations and scheduled a public hearing for the Central TIF Redevelopment Project.

• Approved purchase of five dump trucks via Sourcewell Contract (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-16 amending Fire Prevention code with a one-year sunset clause (7-0)
• Approved participation in Mutual Aide Box Alarm System (MABAS) (7-0)
• Approved purchase of replacement data storage hardware from Presidio Networked Solutions Group (7-0)
• Approved scheduling a public hearing for Central TIF Redevelopment Project (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved 6 territory annexations and 21 intent to annex resolutions via omnibus vote (6-0)
• Approved appointment to Human Relations Commission (6-0)
• Amended dump truck resolution to strike Section Four regarding payment authorization (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a study session to discuss a proposal to modernize the city's transit system. The plan includes reducing fixed bus routes from 16 to 10 and implementing a 'Micro-Transit' on-demand curb-to-curb service. No formal votes will be taken during this session.

• Proposal to reduce fixed bus routes from 16 to 10
• Implementation of Micro-Transit (mobility-on-demand) for the general public
• Proposed Micro-Transit service expansion to the Mt. Zion area
• Proposed expansion of Transportation Services Department authority over EV planning and bike/scooter deployment
• Planning for a new off-road hike/bike route adjacent to Business Route 51 between Pershing and Eldorado

The City Council conducted a study session to discuss modernizing the Decatur transit system. No substantive decisions or votes were made regarding transit policies or projects.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a budget reconciliation ordinance for the 2023 fiscal year and several tax code amendments. The body is also deciding on multiple construction contracts for bridges, parks, and public facilities.

• Budget Reconciliation Ordinance for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023
• Contract with E.L. Pruitt Co. for Decatur Public Library Chiller Replacement Project
• Contract with C-Hill Civil Contractors, Inc. for Grove Road Bridge over Sand Creek Arm of Lake Decatur
• Contract with Reyhan Bros., Inc. for West Mound Road Bridge over Stevens Creek
• Loan documents for a Five-Year Lead Service Line Replacement Project

The City Council approved several tax code amendments and a new registration system for at-risk properties. The council also authorized multiple construction contracts for bridges, park improvements, and a library chiller replacement.

• Approved 2024-04 Budget Reconciliation Ordinance (6-0)
• Approved amendments to Food & Beverage, Local Motor Fuel, and Hotel Use taxes (6-0)
• Approved liquor license for Lake Decatur marina tenants (4-2)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-09 creating Registration of At Risk Properties (6-0)
• Approved contract with E.L. Pruitt Co. for library chiller replacement (6-0)
• Approved contracts for Grove Road and West Mound Road bridges (6-0)
• Authorized loan documents for lead service line replacement project (6-0)
• Approved omnibus consent agenda including five annexations and four demolitions (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the adoption of a 2023-2025 Strategic Plan and a property rezoning request. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts for water and sewer projects and the purchase of emergency sirens.

• Rezoning property west of 1001 N Brush College Rd from R-1 Single Family to M-1 Intense Commercial/Light Industrial
• Contract with Hoerr Construction, Inc. for the 2024 Lead Water Service Line Daylighting Project
• Contract with Duke's Root Control, Inc. for Multi-Year Sanitary Sewer Herbicide Root Control Project
• Purchase and installation of two emergency warning sirens and a monitoring system
• Demolition agreement with JRH Services for 625 W. Center St

The City Council approved several redevelopment agreements for billboards and commercial property, along with contracts for water and sewer projects. The council also adopted the 2023-2025 Strategic Plan and approved the purchase of emergency warning sirens.

• Approved redevelopment agreement for billboard at 1910 Mt. Zion Road (6-1)
• Approved redevelopment agreement for billboard at 1321 N. Oakland (5-2)
• Approved TIF redevelopment agreement with County Line Plaza, LLC (7-0)
• Approved rezoning property west of 1001 N Brush College Rd from R-1 to M-1 (7-0)
• Approved contract with Hoerr Construction for lead water service line daylighting (6-1)
• Approved contract with Duke's Root Control for sanitary sewer herbicide root control (6-1)
• Approved purchase of two emergency warning sirens and a monitoring system (7-0)
• Adopted 2023-2025 Strategic Plan (7-0)