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 "city": "Quincy",
 "state": "Illinois",
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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
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   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider $3M grant for Hampshire Street improvements",
   "summary": "The council will consider a $3,000,000 grant from IDOT for Hampshire Street between 8th and 10th Streets, hold a second reading of an ordinance amending dog impoundment procedures, and authorize a consulting agreement with Eastern Sports Management. Consent items include a library board reappointment.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council considers $2.1 million IDOT funding for Locust Street reconstruction",
   "summary": "The Quincy City Council will vote on several resolutions, including a $2.1 million Illinois Department of Transportation funding request for rebuilding Locust Street between 3rd and 24th Streets. Other items include a $259,741 resurfacing contract for North 36th Street, appointments of former and new council members, and a lease renewal for the Washington Theater studio. The meeting also features a presentation from the Quincy Sports Commission and routine agenda items.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider reauthorizing Bet on Q and LEGUP grant programs",
   "summary": "The Quincy City Council is reviewing several petitions, including raffle permits, a live entertainment license, and special events like the 58th Annual Car Show and Freedom Fest. Resolutions include contracts for motor oil, construction inspection, digital signs, airport markings, IT backup storage, and end-user services, as well as funding for grant programs and the Gem City Concert Series. The council will also enter executive session to discuss property purchase or lease and sale price.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Ordinance would allow liquor license denial for building non-compliance",
   "summary": "The Quincy City Council will consider several items including consent agenda approvals, resolutions for equipment purchases and sales, and an ordinance amending the liquor code. A key item is an ordinance to allow the city to deny or delay a liquor license when the applicant's building is not in compliance. Additionally, a special permit for a commercial solar energy facility at Payson Road is proposed for referral to the Plan Commission.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-01",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to consider special use permits and paint purchase",
   "summary": "The Quincy City Council will consider approving a $25,060.40 paint purchase and four special use permits for developments including a gaming parlor, solar facility, and parking lot. The meeting also includes a request to waive a bond requirement for a raffle.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $1.35M Kentucky St improvement project",
   "summary": "The Quincy City Council will consider multiple resolutions and ordinances at its May 26 meeting. Key items include approval of bids for two street reconstruction projects, purchase of less-lethal shotguns for police, and amendments to the city code regarding video gaming and liquor licensing. Several special use permits for a gaming parlor, solar facility, parking lot, and equipment storage are also scheduled for second or first presentations.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider police chief hiring process, special use permits",
   "summary": "The City Council will consider resolutions including a process for hiring an interim and new Chief of Police, an airport security agreement for $40,000, and a $76,000 payment for the Quincy Landfill Superfund site. The Plan Commission recommends approval of a special use permit for a commercial parking lot expansion at 3623 State Street, which was tabled previously. Several ordinances for special use permits (gaming parlor at 1002 N 24th St, solar facility at 2011 N 24th St, parking lot at 1626 College, storage at 5200 Columbus Rd) and an amendment to video gaming terminal limits will be introduced. The council will also vote on multiple special event permits, raffle permits, and waiver requests for fireworks, street closures, and liquor ordinances.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $880,000 water treatment plant valve replacement contract",
   "summary": "The Quincy City Council will consider multiple items including a concert street closure, a commercial solar energy facility, and several contracts for police training, software, and water treatment equipment. A major vote is on an $880,000 contract for the Water Treatment Plant Intake Valve Replacement Project. The council will also hear first presentations of ordinances on video gaming terminals and a zoning variation for a sign.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council considers $10,000 grant for Freedom Fest fireworks",
   "summary": "The City Council will review a grant for riverfront fireworks and a proposed amendment to the municipal code regarding boards and commissions. The meeting also includes the 2025-2026 Quincy Police Pension Fund report.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council considers $667,874 contract for N 13th and Cherry St improvements",
   "summary": "The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure bids and equipment purchases. The meeting includes decisions on street improvements, electrical work, and the purchase of a new waste-collection truck.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-20",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to adopt annual operating budget, vote on police laptop purchase and street maintenance contracts",
   "summary": "The City Council will consider adopting the annual operating budget for Fiscal Year ending April 30, 2027, and vote on resolutions including the purchase of 23 Dell rugged laptops for police squad cars at $80,501.86 and a combined $249,160 in bids for concrete and patching material for street and sidewalk maintenance. The agenda also includes permits for a raffle and a special event, and a request for a new streetlight at 1701 Cherry Lane.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-13",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to adopt budget, amend water/sewer rates, approve solar projects",
   "summary": "The Quincy City Council will vote on the annual operating budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 (second presentation), amend water and sewer rates, and consider several special use permits including a solar energy facility. Consent items include special event permits for the Dogwood Parade, encroachment permits, and referrals to the Plan Commission for a parking lot expansion and a liquor license for video gaming. Police vehicle purchase ($48,068) and health insurance brokerage agreement ($86,400 annually) are also on the agenda.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-06",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to hold public hearing on tentative annual budget",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the tentative annual budget for May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027. The body is also considering several land-use permits and ordinances regarding city rates and traffic codes.",
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  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-30",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council considers water and sewer rate changes",
   "summary": "The City Council will vote on custodial and communication service contracts and several municipal code amendments. The meeting includes first presentations of ordinances regarding utility rates, parking, and electric scooter regulations.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-03-23",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $312,898 traffic signal detection bid",
   "summary": "The City Council will hear a presentation on the FY2027 general fund budget and consider several action items. These include a $312,898 bid for traffic signal detection system replacement, second readings of ordinances amending taxi regulations and vacating an alley, and a first reading of an ordinance on live entertainment permits. The consent agenda includes banner permits, a streetlight request, and service agreements for software and lawn maintenance.",
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  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-16",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to approve transit grants and traffic ordinance changes",
   "summary": "The Quincy City Council will consider approving transit grants, purchasing IT equipment, and amending local traffic and parking codes. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Adams Fiber Smart Rural Community designation.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-03-09",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $1.88M Jackson Street reconstruction project",
   "summary": "The Quincy City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a $1.89 million contract for the Jackson Street reconstruction from 5th to 7th Street. Council will also vote on a special permit for a restaurant and laundromat at 1130 South Sixth Street, and discuss adding Nashville, TN as a second destination under the Essential Air Service contract at Quincy Regional Airport. Multiple public works contracts for water meters, street sweeper, and watermain fittings are on the consent agenda.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-03-02",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $725,000 budget amendment for capital projects",
   "summary": "The Quincy City Council will consider a budget amendment increasing General Fund transfers to the Capital Projects Fund by $725,000, along with other adjustments. They will also vote on a $25,000 expenditure from the Economic Growth Fund for stadium lights and adopt ordinances for an adult day care facility and a landscaping business. Several special use permit requests will be referred to the Plan Commission for review.",
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