Moline public meetings in 2024
30 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee-of-the-Whole Agenda & Council
The Committee-of-the-Whole will hold roundtable discussions on three topics: a proposed ordinance chapter governing demolition of principal structures 50 years or older, parking ramp assessments for Centre Station, Heritage Place, and Midtowne, and a citywide parking management plan. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and staff input.
- Discussion of Chapter 8 'Demolition of Principal Structures 50 Years or Older'
- Parking ramp assessments for Centre Station, Heritage Place, and Midtowne
- Presentation of a Parking Management Plan
Committee-of-the-Whole Agenda & Council
The City Council and Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss updates to tobacco dealer licenses and the acceptance of grant funds for home repairs. The body is also reviewing several traffic changes, including new all-way stops and parking restrictions.
- Acceptance of $345,000 in additional grant funding from the Illinois Housing Development Authority for the Homeowner Assistance Fund Home Repair Program
- Ordinance to create three categories of tobacco dealer's licenses and impose temporary moratoriums on Classes A and C
- Change Order No. 1 and Final with Walter D. Laud, Inc. for 38th Street Reconstruction for $32,251.36
- Law Enforcement Services Agreement with Universal Protection Service, LLC for police officers at SouthPark Mall (Jan 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 2026)
- Application for a $15,000 Certified Local Government Matching Grant with a local match of $4,500
Committee-of-the-Whole Agenda & Council
The City Council will vote on the 2025 annual budget, a law enforcement services agreement with Allied Universal for SouthPark Mall, and several traffic ordinance changes. A presentation on stormwater ordinance updates will also be given. The agenda includes final change orders for alley and inlet replacement projects.
- Presentation on stormwater ordinance updates
- Ordinance adding all-way stop at Eighteenth Street and Fifth Avenue
- Resolution authorizing a Law Enforcement Services Agreement with Allied Universal Security at SouthPark Mall for 2025-2026
- Resolution adopting the 2025 Annual Budget for Corporate Purposes
- Resolution for Change Order No. 1 and Final with Emery Construction for 2024 Alley Reconstruction Program ($8,832.07)
COW/Council
The Moline Committee‑of‑the‑Whole will vote on a series of ordinances, resolutions, and change orders, including contracts for city facilities and infrastructure. Key items include a $304,950 agreement with Precision Builders for the City Hall Controlled Entry Project and a $251,424 agreement with Daxon Construction for the Public Works Building Controlled Entry Project. The council will also consider a change order for a $12,512.85 sidewalk infill program and an ordinance allowing three temporary signs per lot on private property.
- Resolution authorizing $304,950 contract with Precision Builders for City Hall Controlled Entry Project (4200 38th Avenue)
- Resolution authorizing $251,424 contract with Daxon Construction for Public Works Building Controlled Entry Project
- Resolution approving Change Order No. 1 for $12,512.85 sidewalk infill program (Project #1447)
- Ordinance amending signs code to permit three temporary signs per lot on private property
- Resolution authorizing disposal of two downtown parklets as surplus property, to be donated to Mercado on Fifth
COW/Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing on the 2025 Budget and consider several tax levy ordinances. The body is also reviewing a new labor agreement with the International Association of Firefighters, Local #581, and various infrastructure contracts.
- Public hearing for the 2025 Budget
- Agreement with Precision Builders Inc. for City Hall Controlled Entry Project: $304,950.00
- Agreement with Daxon Construction Company for Public Works Building Controlled Entry Project: $251,424.00
- Labor agreement with International Association of Firefighters, Local #581 for 2025-2027
- Ordinance to allow five temporary signs per lot on private property
COW/Council
The City Council is meeting to conduct a budget work session. The primary focus is the review of the 2025-2027 operating budgets.
- Review of 2025-2027 Operating Budgets
COW/Council
The City Council and Committee-of-the-Whole are meeting to discuss land use amendments, budget allocations, and city ordinances. Key items include a proposed rezoning for the Moline Housing Authority and several updates to utility and refuse fees.
- Rezoning of 1809 14th Avenue and 1803 13th Avenue from R-2 to R-4 PUD for the Moline Housing Authority
- Purchase of property at 3727 4th Avenue from Jose Estrada for $18,000
- FY 2025 budget allocation of $151,000 for Renew Moline, Inc. Administrative Services Agreement
- Grant of $12,000 from the Special Events Fund for the Lighting on the Commons Event
- Ordinances amending fees and regulations for residential refuse, water, sewers, and libraries
COW/Council
The Moline Committee-of-the-Whole will consider resolutions to close streets for the Día de los Muertos and Lighting on the Commons events, authorize a public art installation, and approve a lease for the Toys for Tots program. The council will also review ordinances regarding recycling carts, water and sewer rates, and library fees.
- Street closures for Día de los Muertos parade and Lighting on the Commons
- Public art installation at 1315 4th Avenue
- Toys for Tots program lease at BridgePoint 485
- Police contract wage changes for 2025-2027
- Library Compass Program fee changes
COW/Council
The Council will confirm board reappointments for Special Service Area 6 and the Public Art Commission, consider several funding requests, and vote on multiple special‑event resolutions, including a $10,000 grant to Visit Quad Cities for the 2025 Great Race. It will also advance ordinances that increase the number of video‑gaming terminals and Class B tavern licenses. Additional items include a $5,000 grant for the Pride 5K event and a sidewalk‑construction variance at 2623 45th Street.
- Reappointment of three members to the Special Service Area 6 Board for three‑year terms
- Approval of $10,000 grant to Visit Quad Cities for the 2025 Great Race event
- Approval of $5,000 grant to The Project of the Quad Cities for the Pride 5K event
- Ordinance to increase video‑gaming terminal establishments at 1731 7th Street
- Ordinance to increase Class B tavern licenses for Rebitzer’s Bar & Grill at 1417 5th Avenue
COW/Council
The Council will vote on a resolution to purchase the property at 1830 6th Avenue for $1,280,000. It will also consider a $315,034.15 purchase of playground equipment for several city parks and grant approvals for the 2025 Great Race ($10,000) and Pride 5K ($5,000) events. Additional items include an ordinance amendment to the fire‑prevention code for appointing a Deputy Chief and a resolution to authorize a technology‑based resident communication service up to $78,499.
- Resolution to purchase 1830 6th Avenue property for $1,280,000
- Resolution to buy playground equipment for $315,034.15 for multiple parks
- Resolution granting $10,000 to Visit Quad Cities for the 2025 Great Race
- Resolution granting $5,000 to The Project of the Quad Cities for the Pride 5K event
- Ordinance amending fire‑prevention code to reflect new Deputy Chief appointment
COW/Council
The Moline City Council will vote on several resolutions, including a $661,482 contract with Langman Construction for a 2024 asphalt project, a $199,730 painting contract for the police department, and an $8,427 police grant. Additional items include a $133,485 purchase of flood pumps, a $2,400 grant for the Fall Belgian Festival, and a rezoning for a Planned Unit Development on Avenue of the Cities.
- Resolution for $661,482 contract with Langman Construction for 2024 asphalt project (Motor Fuel Tax Section 24-00000-00-GM)
- Resolution for $199,730 contract with Capital Painting & Decorating, Inc. for police department painting
- Resolution authorizing $8,427 intergovernmental grant to the police department from the Illinois Department of Human Services
- Resolution for $133,485 purchase of three vertical flood pumps from SRS Crisafulli, Inc.
- Ordinance rezoning 11.85‑acre site on 4902‑5000 Avenue of the Cities to B‑3‑PUD
COW/Council
The City Council and Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss several resolutions including funding applications and service agreements. The body is deciding on a painting contract for the police department and a utility billing service agreement.
- Contract with Capital Painting & Decorating, Inc. for Moline Police Department Painting for $199,730
- Application for Rock Island County Waste Management Agency grant for $42,985
- Master Service Agreement with InfoSend, Inc. for utility billing with an annual cost of $28,320
- Intergovernmental Grant Agreement for the police department for $8,427
- Ordinance adding a 'Parking Prohibited At Any Time' zone on the south side of Sixth Avenue
COW/Council
The City Council and Committee-of-the-Whole are reviewing several infrastructure contracts, including road work and flood pumps. The body is also considering a rezoning request for a 11.85 acre tract and a police department painting contract.
- 2024 Asphalt Project contract with Langman Construction, Inc. for $661,482.36
- Rezoning of 4902-5000 Avenue of the Cities from B-3 to B-3-PUD
- Moline Police Department painting contract with Capital Painting & Decorating, Inc. for $199,730
- Engineering services for 16th Avenue and 15th Street intersection for $218,750
- Purchase of three SRS Crisafulli L-Series Vertical Flood Pumps for $133,485
COW/Council
The Committee-of-the-Whole and City Council will review several municipal actions including a $53,625.00 repair for the North Slope Wastewater Treatment Plant. The agenda includes various oaths of office, board appointments, and potential rezoning for Avenue of the Cities. Additionally, the council will consider renaming East End Park to O’Brien Park.
- $53,625.00 repair and re-installation of two high speed turbo blowers at North Slope Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Rezoning from B-3 to B-3-PUD for 4902-5000 Avenue of the Cities
- Renaming East End Park to O’Brien Park
- Termination of Collateral Assignment and Amendment to Redevelopment Agreement for 5 & 15 Moline Apartments, LLC
- Licensing agreement for River House Bar & Grill outdoor service on August 10 and September 14, 2024
COW/Council - Special
The Committee-of-the-Whole and City Council will consider resolutions regarding federal housing funds. These items involve amending the 2023 Annual Action Plan for program funding reallocation and applying for 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) entitlement funding.
- Amendment to the 2023 Annual Action Plan for program funding reallocation
- Application for 2024 CDBG entitlement funding via HUD
- Approval of 2024 project recommendations from the Citizens Advisory Council on Urban Policy (CACUP)
COW/Council
The Moline Committee-of-the-Whole and City Council will review several infrastructure contracts, special event requests, and various ordinance amendments. Key discussions include road reconstruction, water main projects, and school police liaison agreements.
- Contract with McCarthy Improvement Company for 48th Street Reconstruction: $1,066,539.20
- Contract with Miller Trucking and Excavating Company for 2024 Trenchless Water Main Project: $473,627.80
- Funding agreement for Mississippi River Trail shared-use path construction: $373,440.00
- Grant to Renew Moline for Historic Block Courtyard events: $2,000.00
- School Police Liaison Officers Agreement with Moline – Coal Valley School District No. 40
COW/Council
The Moline City Council will consider approving a second-reading ordinance amending water and sewer codes to clarify service line replacement responsibilities under state law. This change defines maintenance duties for property owners and the city. The council will also hold a roundtable discussion on the MKSK Plan Update and receive a presentation on the 2025-2027 Capital Improvement Plan from the Director of Finance. Standard procedural items and two public comment periods are scheduled.
- Second-reading ordinance amending Chapter 34 to address service line replacement responsibility per the Illinois Lead Service Line Replacement and Notification Act
- Roundtable discussion on the MKSK Plan Update with Brett Weidel
- Presentation of the 2025-2027 Capital Improvement Plan by Director of Finance Carol Barnes
- Public comment periods scheduled before and after the roundtable discussion
COW/Council
The Committee-of-the-Whole and City Council will review several resolutions regarding public safety, infrastructure, and community events. Key items include amending the Capital Improvement Plan and approving various street and zoning ordinances.
- Amended 2024 Capital Improvement Plan and 2025-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
- Intergovernmental Agreement for criminal investigations with Quad City Metropolitan Enforcement Group
- $441,630.75 contract with General Constructors, Inc. for a retaining wall at 70th Street and John Deere Parkway
- Renaming of East End Park to O’Brien Park
- Nomination of Skelly Service Station at 820 5th Avenue for the National Register of Historic Places
COW/Council
The Committee-of-the-Whole and City Council will discuss various municipal contracts, ordinance amendments, and land agreements. Key items include a library garden project, street parking changes, and the purchase of excess I-74 Bridge property.
- $1,287,000.00 contract for Moline Public Library Garden with Centennial Contractors of the Quad Cities, Inc.
- Purchase of one parcel of excess I-74 Bridge property from IDOT for $196,000
- Ordinance to amend parking prohibitions on Ninth Street and Thirteenth Street
- $399,666.00 engineering services agreement for 7th Avenue Reconstruction Project
- Lease of 36 parking spaces at $35/space for LeClaire Apartments in Lot 'R'
COW/Council
The Moline City Council will vote on second readings of several ordinances and resolutions covering redevelopment agreements, historic landmark designations, and utility billing adjustments. A key non-consent item involves zoning text amendments that would change rules for accessory dwelling units, which could affect neighborhood housing options. The council will also approve contracts for sidewalk infill, street resurfacing, and public safety equipment sharing with Rock Island to maintain local infrastructure and services. Additionally, licensing agreements will be considered for outdoor dining parklets and summer events at Bass Street Landing.
- Zoning text amendments regarding accessory dwelling units under Chapter 35
- Contract with Five Cities Construction Company for the 2024 Sidewalk Infill Program at $211,030.18
- Engineering services contract with Hutchison Engineering for River Drive Streetscaping up to $174,093.00
- Sale of city property at 1719 5th Avenue to Peter McDermott for $25,000
- Licensing agreements for outdoor dining parklets and Bass Street Landing summer events through November 2024
COW/Council
The Committee-of-the-Whole will hold a roundtable discussion regarding utility and energy topics. This includes a report on the Lead Service Line Replacement Plan and a presentation on a Solar Energy Project.
- Lead Service Line Replacement Plan discussion
- Solar Energy Project presentation by TERRA Engineering, Ltd.
COW/Council
The Committee-of-the-Whole will host a roundtable discussion regarding utility and energy projects. Topics include a plan for lead service line replacement and a presentation on a solar energy project.
- Lead Service Line Replacement Plan discussion
- Solar Energy Project presentation by TERRA Engineering, Ltd.
COW/Council
The Committee-of-the-Whole and City Council will discuss several financial and land use items. Key topics include a $2.1 million ladder truck purchase, various community grants, and multiple ordinance amendments.
- Purchase of a 100’ mid-mount aerial tower ladder truck for $2,131,799.00
- $20,000 grant to Mercado on 5th, Inc. for the 2024 season
- $5,000 grant to the Quad Cities Pickleball Club
- Sale of real estate at 1719 5th Avenue for $25,000
- Engineering services for River Drive streetscaping not to exceed $174,093.00
COW/Council
The meeting includes decisions on infrastructure projects and seasonal supplies. Agenda items feature a rock salt contract for the 2024/2025 winter season and several street improvements. The council will also consider special event applications and regional housing studies.
- $758,356.27 contract for 38th Street Reconstruction
- Rock salt contract for up to 4,800 tons for the 2024/2025 winter season
- $194,000.00 contract for 7th Street Water Tank Coating
- $181,779.20 for Avenue of the Cities and 41st Street improvements
- $500 grant for the Quad Cities Distance Classic
COW/Council
The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the Moline Lead Service Line Replacement Project. Council members will also review intergovernmental agreements for regional housing studies. Additionally, several ordinances related to TIF redevelopment areas are up for approval.
- Rezoning of 4.342 acres for Parr Instrument Development
- $418,337.30 contract with Emery Construction Inc. for alley reconstruction
- $381,438.40 contract with Valley Construction Co. for Riverside Parking Lot Phase 2
- Public hearing on the Moline Lead Service Line Replacement Project
- Redevelopment and Economic Incentive Agreement for Parr Instrument Company
COW/Council
The Committee-of-the-Whole and City Council will consider a Right of First Refusal Agreement regarding the Wyndham at John Deere Commons property. The agenda also includes updates to special event policies, zoning amendments, and the creation of the Moline Compass Program. Additionally, officials will discuss the Central Fire Station Location Study.
- Right of First Refusal Agreement for Wyndham at John Deere Commons property
- New special event policy and repeal of previous policy
- $5,000 grant for Pride 5K event
- Zoning map amendments for 38th Avenue blocks
- Disposal of surplus city vehicles and non-motorized assets
COW/Council
The Committee-of-the-Whole and City Council will consider several redevelopment agreements, including an economic incentive agreement with Parr Instrument Company. The agenda also includes approvals for significant street maintenance contracts and a grant application for forestry management.
- Redevelopment and economic incentive agreement with Parr Instrument Company
- $1,716,940 contract with Centennial Contractors of the Quad Cities, Inc. for a patching program
- $932,100 contract with Valley Construction Co. for an asphalt maintenance program
- Rezoning and flood hazard variance for a 4.342-acre tract (Parr Instrument Development)
- $150,000 grant application to the Morton Arboretum for a Forestry Operations Manager
COW/Council
The Committee of the Whole and City Council will discuss several redevelopment initiatives, including a new tax increment financing plan for the 5th Avenue area. The agenda also includes various zoning amendments and approvals for special event permits like the Pride 5K and TBK Quad Cities Marathon.
- First reading of ordinances for the 5th Avenue (TIF 15) redevelopment plan and designation
- $440,309.28 contract with Five Cities Construction Company for City Hall parking lot reconstruction
- $242,390.00 contract with Ostrom Painting & Sandblasting, Inc. for pavement marking
- $5,000 grant to The Project of the Quad Cities for the Pride 5K event
- Second Amendment to the development agreement with Dolan Commons, LLC
COW/Council
The meeting includes discussions on infrastructure contracts and municipal appointments. The council will review a housing development agreement for Spring Valley Village and an ordinance regarding water and sewer connections.
- $415,000 contract with Emery Construction Group, Inc. for Bass Street Landing toilet rooms
- PILOT agreement for the Spring Valley Village development at 1180 41st Street
- Purchase of a LeeBoy Model 5300B Paver for $189,383.00
- Ordinance amendment regarding water and sewer connections
- Oath of office for Denver Schmitt as Director of Public Works
COW/Council
The Moline City Council will vote on several resolutions and ordinances during its January 23 meeting. Key decisions include approving the purchase of six excess I-74 Bridge parcels from IDOT for $340,600, adopting a PACE program ordinance to allow voluntary property energy financing, and reviewing multiple infrastructure contracts that fund local road resurfacing and utility upgrades. The council will also fill a vacant 6th Ward alderperson seat with Daniel McNeil.
- Ordinance creating a PACE Area for voluntary property energy financing through the Illinois Finance Authority
- Resolution to buy six excess I-74 Bridge parcels from IDOT for $340,600
- Contract award of $415,000.00 to Emery Construction Group for Bass Street Landing Toilet Rooms
- Purchase of a Vacall AllJetVac vehicle for the Utilities Department for $564,063.43 via Sourcewell Contract #101221-GRD
- Appointment of Daniel McNeil to fill the 6th Ward Alderperson vacancy left by Pat O’Brien