Carbondale public meetings in 2024
51 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Sustainability Commission
The Carbondale Sustainability Commission will hold a regular monthly meeting with agenda items including approval of November minutes, citizen comments, and reports from subcommittees, the sustainability coordinator, and the former Koppers Wood Treatment Site. No new business or specific votes are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of November 21, 2024 meeting minutes
- Sustainability Coordinator monthly progress report (L. Becker)
- Former Koppers Wood Treatment Site Report (A. Beck)
- Subcommittee reports
- Citizen comments and questions
The Carbondale Sustainability Commission met on December 19, 2024, but took no substantive actions. Approval of the November minutes was postponed due to lack of quorum, and no old or new business was discussed. The meeting included introductions, citizen comments, and announcements only.
- Postponed approval of November 21, 2024 meeting minutes (no quorum)
Police Pension Fund Board
The Carbondale Police Pension Board will meet to approve minutes from October 15, 2024. The board will discuss the termination of a surviving spouse benefit and review a regular retirement application.
- Termination of Linda Wright surviving spouse benefit (Art Wright)
- Regular retirement application for Amber Ronketta
The Carbondale Police Pension Fund Board approved Amber Ronketto's pension application, effective 12/1/2024, with an initial annual benefit of $5,049.92. The board also voted unanimously to send a letter to the daughter of deceased surviving spouse Linda Wright, requesting a refund of pension benefits paid after Wright's death on 11/15/2024. Minutes from the 10/15/2024 meeting were approved.
- Approved Amber Ronketto's pension application (unanimous)
- Voted to send refund request letter for overpaid benefits to Linda Wright's daughter (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from 10/15/2024 meeting (acclamation)
Carbondale Public Library Board
The Carbondale Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss administrative updates and new service authorizations. The board is deciding on a revised lending and fine policy and a partnership with the Carbondale Children’s Cabinet.
- Authorization for Director to apply to become a Passport Acceptance Facility
- Approval of revised Library Lending/Fine Policy
- Approval of collaboration with Carbondale Children’s Cabinet
- Updates on Roof/HVAC project and tax levy
- Approval of bills payable from December 12, 2024, through January 15, 2024
The Carbondale Public Library Board approved several actions, including authorizing the director to apply for Passport Acceptance Facility status and approving a collaboration with the Carbondale Children's Cabinet for $18,000 in funding. The board also tabled a revised lending/fine policy for further review in January 2025. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved bills payable Dec 12, 2024–Jan 15, 2025 with minor correction (unanimous)
- Accepted November 2024 financial report (unanimous)
- Authorized building and grounds committee to approve bidding process for roof/HVAC project (unanimous)
- Tabled revised Library Lending/Fine Policy for January 2025 review
- Authorized director to submit Passport Acceptance Facility application (unanimous)
- Approved collaboration with Carbondale Children's Cabinet (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 meeting dates (unanimous)
Sustainability Commission
The Carbondale Sustainability Commission will discuss and vote on a proposal to amend its bylaws to allow a John A. Logan College Student Commissioner, and vote on the 2024 annual calendar of meetings. Reports will include a subcommittee update, the Sustainability Coordinator's monthly progress report, and an update on the former Koppers Wood Treatment Site.
- Vote on amendment to bylaws to allow a John A. Logan College Student Commissioner
- Discussion on proposal for a John A. Logan College Student Commissioner
- Vote on Annual Calendar of Meetings for 2024
- Sustainability Coordinator monthly progress report (October 2024)
- Former Koppers Wood Treatment Site report
Carbondale Public Library Board
The Carbondale Public Library Board will consider approving a comprehensive building improvement plan that includes roof replacement and HVAC system upgrades, and authorize staff to proceed. The board will also vote on a revised insurance policy and approve scheduled closing days for 2025. Routine items include approval of meeting minutes, financial reports, and committee reports.
- Approve comprehensive building improvement plan (roof replacement and HVAC upgrades) and authorize implementation
- Approve revised insurance policy (unfinished business)
- Approve scheduled library closing days for 2025
- Approve bills payable from Oct 16 to Nov 15, 2024 ($ not specified)
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a closed meeting to conduct oral interviews for entry-level police officer positions. Following the closed session, they will return to open session to certify the promotional eligibility list for police lieutenant. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Closed meeting to conduct oral interviews for entry-level police officer
- Certify promotional eligibility list for police lieutenant
- Approval of meeting minutes from September 18, 2024
- Citizen's comments and staff updates
Sustainability Commission
This meeting of the Carbondale Sustainability Commission is largely procedural, including approval of September minutes and citizen comments. The main substantive items are presentations from the Sustainability Coordinator on a monthly progress report and a report on the former Koppers Wood Treatment Site.
- Sustainability Coordinator Monthly Progress Report (L. Becker)
- Former Koppers Wood Treatment Site Report (A. Beck)
- Approval of meeting minutes from September 19th, 2024
- Citizen comments and questions
- Reports of officers, committees, and communications
Planning Commission /Zoning Board of Appeals
This meeting includes public hearings on two special use permit requests: a 5MW solar project on agricultural land south of Arnold Lane, and a motorcycle sales dealership in the Primary Business District. Staff will also present a public input meeting for the Wall Street road diet project from Main to East Park Street, and provide updates on City Council business and the Comprehensive Plan.
- Public hearing PC 25-04: Special Use Permit for Motorcycle Sales at 215 South Illinois Avenue
- Public hearing PC 25-05: Special Use Permit for a 5MW solar project on parcels south of Arnold Lane
- Announcement of public input meeting on October 17 for Wall Street rehabilitation, including road diet and bike lanes
- Approval of August 7, 2024 minutes
- Update on City Council business and Comprehensive Plan
Firefighters' Pension Fund Board
The Firefighters Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and pension legislation. The board is scheduled to discuss the annual COLA increase and a funding request from the municipality via a tax levy letter.
- Annual COLA Increase
- Funding Request from the Municipality (Tax Levy Letter)
- Contribution Refund for Jordan Jones
- Fire GASB 67 68 and Fire Funding Reports
- IPPFA 2024 Seminar on November 19 in Carterville
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Police Pension Fund Board
The Carbondale Police Pension Fund Board will consider several items including approval of the annual statement and audit for filing with the Illinois Department of Insurance by October 30, 2024. The board will also discuss COLA increases effective January 1, 2025, and review an actuarial valuation report. Additionally, there are discussions on individual pension contribution reinstatement and disability reviews.
- Approve Annual Statement, Interrogatories, and Audit for IDOI filing due Oct 30, 2024
- Discuss and approve annual COLA increases effective Jan 1, 2025
- Discuss possible action regarding transfer of contributions to SERS by Brody Jeters
- Discuss request by Brian Tapley to calculate cost to reinstate pension contributions
- Review and approve MWM Consulting Actuarial Valuation Report and discuss levy request to municipality
Carbondale Public Library Board
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss a revised insurance policy and hold a Q&A session with Hafer representatives. The meeting includes reviews of the September 2024 financial report and librarian updates on staffing and printing systems.
- Q&A with Hafer representatives
- Approval of Revised Insurance Policy
- Approval of bills payable from September 16, 2024, through October 15, 2024
- Discussion of per capita grant requirements
- Review of patron behavior
Sustainability Commission
The Sustainability Commission will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The body will also review reports regarding the Sustainability Coordinator's progress and the former Koppers Wood Treatment Site.
- Annual election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Sustainability Coordinator Monthly Progress Report by L. Becker
- Former Koppers Wood Treatment Site Report by A. Beck
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to conduct oral interviews for a lateral entry police officer and promotional interviews for police lieutenant. These interviews will take place during a closed session.
- Oral interviews for Lateral Entry Police Officer
- Promotional oral interviews for Police Lieutenant
The Board approved the August 15, 2024 meeting minutes and held a closed meeting for oral interviews for lateral entry police officer and police lieutenant promotion. The lateral entry candidate withdrew, so only promotional interviews were conducted. No formal action resulted from the closed meeting, and the meeting adjourned after staff updates.
- Approved August 15, 2024 meeting minutes (all ayes)
- Held closed meeting for oral interviews (all ayes)
- Noted lateral entry candidate withdrew from process
- Returned to open session with no formal action (all ayes)
Carbondale Public Library Board
This is a routine monthly meeting of the Carbondale Public Library Board. The board will approve the August 2024 meeting minutes, bills payable from August 16 through September 15, 2024, and the financial report for August 2024. Other items include the president’s report, librarian’s report with building and per capita grant updates, and committee reports. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Approval of August 14, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of bills payable from August 16 to September 15, 2024
- Acceptance of the financial report for August 2024
The Carbondale Public Library Board approved the August 14, 2024 meeting minutes, bills payable from August 16 through September 15, 2024, and the financial report for August 2024, all unanimously. The board also received a library facility evaluation report for review and discussed options for completing the Serving Our Public 4.0 review to qualify for Per Capita grant funds. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved August 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved bills payable Aug 16–Sep 15, 2024 (unanimous)
- Accepted financial report for August 2024 (unanimous)
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to approve minutes from July and then enter a closed session to conduct oral interviews for entry-level police officer positions. The meeting also includes citizen comments and staff updates.
- Approval of meeting minutes from July 18, 2024
- Closed session to conduct oral interviews for entry-level police officer
- Citizen comments period
The Board approved the July 18, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. It then held a closed meeting to conduct oral interviews for entry-level police officer positions, with no formal action taken as a result. The Board also agreed to reschedule its September meeting to Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 9 a.m.
- Approved July 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Held closed meeting for entry-level police officer oral interviews (unanimous)
- Rescheduled September meeting to September 18, 2024, at 9 a.m.
Sustainability Commission
The Sustainability Commission will hear a presentation on the Comprehensive Stormwater Master Plan from the Greater Egypt Regional Planning Commission, receive an update on the Former Koppers Wood Treatment Site, and discuss the upcoming annual election of Chair and Vice-Chair (vote scheduled for September 19). The meeting also includes approval of July 18 minutes and citizen comments.
- Presentation by Greater Egypt Regional Planning Commission on the Comprehensive Stormwater Master Plan
- Report on the Former Koppers Wood Treatment Site by Aur Beck
- Discussion on annual election of Chair and Vice-Chair; vote to be held at September 19 meeting
- Citizen comments and questions
The Carbondale Sustainability Commission met on August 15, 2024, and approved the minutes from the July 18, 2024 meeting. The commission heard presentations on the Greater Egypt Regional Planning Commission's Comprehensive Stormwater Master Plan and an Urban Heat Index methodology review. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.
- Approved July 18, 2024 meeting minutes (moved by G. Klam, seconded by J. Davis)
- Discussed annual election of Chair and Vice-Chair (no action taken)
Carbondale Public Library Board
The Board of Trustees will meet to approve bills payable and the July 2024 financial report. Members will discuss and vote on a revised security camera policy and parking lot sealcoating. The meeting also includes a discussion on patron behavior.
- Approval of revised security camera policy
- Discussion and approval of parking lot sealcoating
- Approval of bills payable from July 16, 2024, through August 15, 2024
- Acceptance of July 2024 financial report
- Discussion of patron behavior
Planning Commission /Zoning Board of Appeals
This is a procedural meeting of the Carbondale Planning Commission. The agenda includes approval of minutes from July 3 and July 17, a report from the Nominating Committee, and officer elections. No public hearings or plan reviews are scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from July 3, 2024 and July 17, 2024
- Report from Nominating Committee
- Officer elections
The Carbondale Planning Commission approved the minutes from its July 3 and July 17 meetings and unanimously elected officers for the upcoming term. Sandy Litecky was elected Chairperson, George Sheffer Vice Chairperson, and Larue Love Second Vice Chairperson, though staff noted the Second Vice Chairperson position no longer exists. No public hearings, citizen comments, or other substantive business were conducted.
- Approved minutes from July 3, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from July 17, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
- Elected Sandy Litecky as Chairperson (6-0)
- Elected George Sheffer as Vice Chairperson (6-0)
- Elected Larue Love as Second Vice Chairperson (6-0)
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to approve prior minutes and hold a closed session to conduct oral interviews for a Lateral Entry Police Officer position. The meeting also includes citizen comments and staff updates. No other substantive business is listed.
- Closed meeting to conduct oral interviews for Lateral Entry Police Officer
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 20, 2024
- Citizen comments and staff updates
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the June 20, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. They then voted to hold a closed meeting to conduct oral interviews for lateral entry police officer candidates, as permitted by state law. No formal action resulted from the closed session, and the meeting adjourned without other substantive decisions.
- Approved June 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Held closed meeting for lateral entry police officer interviews (unanimous)
Sustainability Commission
The Carbondale Sustainability Commission will meet to approve June meeting minutes and receive the Sustainability Coordinator's monthly progress report and a report on the former Koppers Wood Treatment Site. Old business includes further discussion on gas-powered leaf blowers. No new business is listed. Citizen comments will be heard.
- Further discussion on gas-powered leaf blowers (old business)
- Sustainability Coordinator monthly progress report (L. Becker)
- Former Koppers Wood Treatment Site report (A. Beck)
- Approval of minutes from June 20, 2024
The Sustainability Commission decided to formally present its March 2024 memorandum on the Parks & Recreation master plan to the City Council, with a member volunteering to email it to the City Clerk for agenda placement. They also agreed to revisit the gas-powered leaf blower discussion in July 2025, following a recommendation not to pursue a rebate or ban. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Commission to present memorandum on Parks & Recreation master plan to City Council
- J. Davis to email memorandum to City Clerk for agenda placement
- Revisit gas-powered leaf blower discussion in July 2025
- Approved June 20, 2024 meeting minutes (moved by G. Klam, seconded by J. Davis)
Planning Commission /Zoning Board of Appeals
The Carbondale Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two matters: a Special Use Permit for a 1-megawatt solar project at 800 Charles Road (AG zoning), and a text amendment to reduce minimum square footage for homes in R-1-5 Low-Density Residential districts. The commission will also receive updates on City Council actions and the Comprehensive Plan.
- Public hearing on Special Use Permit PC 25-01 for a 1 MW solar farm at 800 Charles Road by Wild Cat Solar 9 LLC
- Public hearing on text amendment PC 25-03 to reduce minimum residential square footage in R-1-5 districts
- Update on City Council business related to previous commission items
- Update on the Carbondale Comprehensive Plan
Police Pension Fund Board
The board will seat Tim Lomax as a new active duty member and elect officers for the board. Members will also review pension contribution transfers and disability matters.
- Seating of new active duty board member Tim Lomax
- Review of Kerber, Eck & Braeckel engagement letter for FY 2024 audit
- Review of MWM contract to prepare Actuarial Report (fee split 50/50 with the City)
- Discussion of pension contribution transfers for Steven McBride and Brody Jeters
- Review of disability matter Decision and Order for Trey Harris
Firefighters' Pension Fund Board
The board will elect one active member trustee and fill board president and secretary positions. It will also consider an application for membership from probationary firefighter Lukis Lissimore and review an engagement letter from Kerber, Eck & Braeckel. Routine items include approving minutes, treasurer's report, annual affidavits, invoices, and training seminars.
- Election of one active member trustee
- Board positions: President and Secretary
- Application for membership – Probationary Firefighter Lukis Lissimore
- Kerber, Eck & Braeckel Engagement Letter
- Review of closed meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Carbondale Public Library Board
The Carbondale Public Library Board will review the June 2024 financial report and approve bills payable from May 16 through July 15, 2024. The board also plans to consider an agreement with Hafer for building analysis.
- Agreement with Hafer for building analysis
- Approval of printing system
- Board of Trustee elections for 2024/25
- Approval of bills payable from May 16, 2024, through July 15, 2024
Planning Commission /Zoning Board of Appeals
The Planning Commission will review a Special Use Permit application from SI Pawn, LLC to operate retail services at 319 North Illinois Ave. The meeting also includes a vote on bylaws updates and a discussion regarding the Comprehensive Plan update.
- Special Use Permit PC 25-02 for SI Pawn, LLC at 319 North Illinois Ave
- Vote on Bylaws update
- Comprehensive Plan update
Planning Commission /Zoning Board of Appeals
The Carbondale Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a hearing regarding setback regulations for a ground-mount solar energy system. The application involves property in the Rural Residential District within the city's 1.5-mile zoning jurisdiction.
- Variance request (ZBA 25-01) for solar energy system setback regulations
- Approval of minutes from April 17, May 1, and May 15, 2024
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board will hold a closed meeting to conduct oral interviews for entry-level and lateral police officer candidates. The agenda also includes the election of a new Board Chair and Vice-Chair, and a discussion on revising oral interview questions.
- Oral interviews for entry-level and lateral police officers
- Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
- Revisions to oral interview questions
- Approval of May 16, 2024, meeting minutes
Sustainability Commission
The commission will meet to approve May 2024 meeting minutes and hear several reports. These include a monthly progress report from the Sustainability Coordinator and a report on the former Koppers Wood Treatment Site.
- Sustainability Coordinator Monthly Progress Report
- Former Koppers Wood Treatment Site Report
- $135,000 Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant update
Carbondale Public Library Board
The Board will review financial reports and approve minutes from April and May 2024. The meeting also includes votes on new policies regarding non-resident fees, surplus property disposal, and spending authority.
- Approval of Non-Resident Fee Policy
- Approval of Disposal of Surplus Property Policy
- Approval of Authority to Spend Policy
- Approval of bills payable from May 16, 2024, through July 15, 2024
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to conduct oral interviews for entry-level and lateral-entry police officer positions, which will occur in a closed session. They will also discuss and approve revisions to the oral interview questions, along with routine items like approving minutes and receiving public comments.
- Closed meeting for oral interviews for entry-level and lateral entry police officer
- Discussion and approval of revisions to oral interview questions
- Approval of meeting minutes from April 15, 2024
Sustainability Commission
The Carbondale Sustainability Commission will review the Sustainability Coordinator's monthly progress report and a report regarding the former Koppers Wood Treatment Site. The meeting also includes a presentation by SIU Student Representative Chaya Rice.
- Sustainability Coordinator Monthly Progress Report
- Former Koppers Wood Treatment Site Report
- Presentation by Chaya Rice, SIU Student Representative
Planning Commission /Zoning Board of Appeals
The Planning Commission will vote on a recommendation to the City Council regarding a text amendment. This amendment would lower the minimum square footage required for primary structures in the R-1-5 Low-Density Residential District.
- Vote: Recommendation to propose a Text Amendment for R-1-5 residential districts
Planning Commission /Zoning Board of Appeals
The Carbondale Zoning Board of Appeals will hold hearings regarding two requested variances from the City's Revised Code. These requests concern setback regulations and accessory structure size limits.
- ZBA 24-03: Variance request for setback regulations at 8 Bittersweet Lane
- ZBA 24-04: Variance request for accessory structure size at 875 North Norwest Lane
Carbondale Public Library Board
The Carbondale Public Library Board will hold its regular monthly meeting, primarily to approve routine items such as minutes, bills, and financial reports. The board will also consider a new Non-Resident Fee Policy and discuss methods for collecting non-resident fees, as well as patron behavior.
- Approval of Non-Resident Fee Policy
- Discussion of method for collecting non-resident fees
- Approval of bills payable from May 16 through June 15, 2024
- Acceptance of financial report for April 2024
- Discussion of patron behavior
Planning Commission /Zoning Board of Appeals
The Carbondale Zoning Board of Appeals will hold hearings regarding two requests for variances from the City's Revised Code. Both requests involve deviations from standard zoning regulations for residential properties.
- ZBA 24-03: Variance request for setback regulations at 8 Bittersweet Lane
- ZBA 24-04: Variance request for accessory structure size at 875 North Norwest Lane
Police Pension Fund Board
The Carbondale Police Pension Fund Board is meeting to conduct an administrative hearing for the annual review of Trey Harris's continued disability pension benefit. The board will also handle routine business including minutes, treasurer and investment reports, old business items, and new business such as a pension transfer request and audit engagement.
- Administrative hearing for annual review of Trey Harris continued disability pension benefit
- Discuss Illinois Supreme Court opinion affirming lower court ruling on consolidation lawsuit
- Discuss renewal of Markel Fiduciary Liability Insurance, premium due 5/3/24
- Discuss Steve McBride's request to transfer pension contributions to Murphysboro Fire Pension Fund
- Five new Tier II membership applications, all with hire date 4/15/2024
Sustainability Commission
The Carbondale Sustainability Commission will review the Sustainability Coordinator's monthly progress report and a report on the former Koppers Wood Treatment Site. The meeting also includes announcements regarding SIU Green Fund proposals.
- Sustainability Coordinator Monthly Progress Report
- Former Koppers Wood Treatment Site Report
- SIU Green Fund proposal updates
- Approval of March 21, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning Commission /Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a variance regarding minimum front yard depth requirements for new construction at 220 South Washington Street. The meeting also includes a vote on by-law updates and officer elections.
- Variance request for 220 South Washington Street (Parcel Numbers: 15-21-258-007 & 15-21-258-009)
- Vote on By-Laws update
- Officer Elections
Firefighters' Pension Fund Board
The Carbondale Firefighters' Pension Fund Board is holding its regular quarterly meeting. The board will elect one active member and board positions for President and Secretary, and consider a membership application for Probationary Firefighter Lukis Lissimore. Other business includes approving the annual affidavits, a reciprocity benefit item, an engagement letter from Kerber, Eck & Braeckel, and reviewing invoices and training opportunities.
- Election of one active member and board positions (President, Secretary)
- Application for membership by Probationary Firefighter Lukis Lissimore
- Kerber, Eck & Braeckel engagement letter
- Invoices and payments including IPPFA
- Training: IPPFA Certified Trustee, Notary, OSFM & FOIA
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to approve minutes, conduct closed oral interviews for entry-level firefighter positions, and receive updates. The main action is the closed session for interviews, with no other substantive decisions on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from February 15, 2024
- Closed meeting for oral interviews for entry-level firefighter
Carbondale Public Library Board
The Carbondale Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting. The board is set to approve the March meeting minutes, approve bills payable through May 15, 2024, and accept the March 2024 financial report. They will also review Affirmative Action and Drug, Alcohol, and Tobacco policies, and discuss patron behavior.
- Approval of bills payable from April 16 to May 15, 2024
- Schedule a Finance Committee meeting for end of April
- Authorize Finance Committee to approve bills by end of fiscal year
- Policy review: Affirmative Action and Drug, Alcohol, and Tobacco
- Discussion of patron behavior
Sustainability Commission
The Carbondale Sustainability Commission met to approve February meeting minutes and review a monthly progress report on city initiatives, including stormwater data collection for potable water protection and energy grant applications that affect local infrastructure maintenance. Members discussed a draft memorandum recommending biological inventories and invasive species management plans for public lands before sending revisions back to the author for final review. The commission also approved its 2024 meeting schedule during previous proceedings.
- Approval of February 15, 2024 meeting minutes
- Review of Sustainability Coordinator monthly progress report covering stormwater planning and energy grant applications
- Discussion of a draft memorandum to City Council recommending biological inventories for public lands
- Consideration of revisions to the biodiversity protections memo before final commission vote
Carbondale Public Library Board
The Carbondale Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve the February 2024 financial report and bills payable through April 15, 2024. They will also review several policies, including Affirmative Action, Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco, Personnel (Nametags), and Patron Code of Conduct, and discuss patron behavior.
- Approval of bills payable up to April 15, 2024
- Acceptance of February 2024 financial report
- Policy review: Affirmative Action, Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco, Personnel (Nametags), Patron Code of Conduct
- Approval of Building and Grounds Committee minutes from March 2, 2024
- Discussion of patron behavior
Sustainability Commission
The Commission is reviewing a memorandum regarding biodiversity protections for City Council. Members also discussed the implementation of the Sustainability Action Plan and the Energy Sovereignty, Security, & Democracy Proposal.
- Approval of the 2024 Sustainability Commission Schedule of Meetings
- Approval of Sustainability Commission Memorandum to City Council Regarding Biodiversity Protections
- Sustainability Coordinator Monthly Progress Report by L. Becker
- Former Koppers Wood Treatment Site Report by A. Beck
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to approve minutes, conduct closed oral interviews for entry-level police officer candidates, and continue reviewing and revising oral interview questions for police and firefighter positions. The agenda includes routine procedural items and no major policy decisions.
- Closed meeting for oral interviews for entry-level police officer
- Review and revision of oral interview questions for entry-level police officer, lateral-entry police officer, and entry-level firefighter
- Approval of meeting minutes from January 18, 2024
Planning Commission /Zoning Board of Appeals
The Carbondale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review and provide a recommendation for Maj SD 24-01 regarding the Glisson Subdivision. The commission will also discuss proposed updates to its bylaws.
- Public hearing for Maj SD 24-01: Glisson Subdivision review and recommendation
- Discussion of proposed bylaws update
Sustainability Commission
The Sustainability Commission will hold a visioning session in January to discuss future directions. The meeting also included citizen comments, officer reports, and discussions on gasoline-powered lawn equipment.
- Visioning discussion for the commission's future initiatives
- Citizen comments regarding Evergreen Park tree removal and water protections ordinance
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a closed meeting to conduct oral interviews for entry-level police officer candidates, then return to open session. They will also review and potentially revise oral interview questions for entry-level and lateral-entry police officers and entry-level firefighters. The agenda includes routine items like roll call, citizen comments, and approval of previous minutes.
- Closed meeting for oral interviews for entry-level police officer
- Review and revise oral interview questions for entry-level police officer, lateral-entry police officer, and entry-level firefighter
- Approval of meeting minutes from December 5, 2023
Firefighters' Pension Fund Board
The Carbondale Firefighters' Pension Fund Board is holding a regular meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving previous minutes, receiving the treasurer's report, and discussing unfinished business such as the KEB audit. New business includes annual affidavits, an upcoming election, pension-related letters, invoices, and training seminars. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Treasurer's report includes FPIF Global Cash Movement recurring withdrawal instructions
- Unfinished business: KEB audit
- Invoices and payments to Epic Insurance Midwest and Levi, Ray, & Shoup
- IPPFA 2023 Seminar in Carterville, November 14, 2023
- Review of closed meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Police Pension Fund Board
The Carbondale Police Pension Fund Board is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, bills, treasurer and investment reports, and reviewing new membership and benefit applications. A special administrative hearing is scheduled for the annual review of Daniel Rice's continued disability pension. The board will also discuss the status of a consolidation lawsuit, approve annual COLA increases, and address board member elections and training.
- Administrative hearing for annual review of Daniel Rice continued disability pension benefit at 2:30 p.m.
- Review and approve annual COLA increases effective January 1, 2024
- Discuss status of consolidation lawsuit; Illinois Supreme Court heard oral arguments November 21, 2023
- Applications for membership: Bryce Atchison, Tyler Staats, Jeffrey Smith, Alexander Kraus
- Cody Schaefer request for refund of contributions
Carbondale Public Library Board
The Carbondale Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes, bills, and the December 2023 financial report. They will also review and potentially accept the investment policy, approve Chief Financial Officers, set a policy review schedule, and discuss the preliminary budget. Other items include patron behavior and fence removal.
- Approval of bills payable up to and including bills due January 16, 2024, to February 15, 2024
- Acceptance of the financial report for December 2023
- Review and acceptance of investment policy
- Approval of Chief Financial Officers
- Preliminary budget discussion