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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 17:30

General

Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 17:45

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Recent meetings

Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 10:00

General

Discussion of water, sewer and trash rates

The Herrin Finance Committee will consider the city's water, sewer, and trash rates. The committee will review any proposed changes to these utility rates.

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CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR HERRIN FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: JULY 20, 2026 TIME: 10:00 AM BUSINESS: 1. Water, Sewer & Trash Rates.
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00

General

Herrin Zoning Board of Appeals to meet July 20

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to conduct business. The agenda lists a general application under new business, but provides no specific details on the request.

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CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR HERRIN ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: JULY 20, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL Shelly Huggins, City Clerk OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 1. APPLICATION ADJOURN
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 17:20

Public Safety Committee

Committee to consider new animal control hire

The Herrin Public Safety Committee will discuss a single item: hiring a new animal control officer. No other business is on the agenda.

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CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR HERRIN PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: JULY 13, 2026 TIME: 5:20 PM BUSINESS: 1. 1. Animal Control New Hire
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 17:30

Public Improvement Committee

Public Improvement Committee to discuss book box locations

The Public Improvement Committee will meet to discuss the placement of book boxes. No other business is listed on the agenda.

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CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR HERRIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: JULY 13, 2026 TIME: 5:30 PM BUSINESS: 1. Discuss Book Box Locations.
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 17:15

General

Public Works Committee to discuss new garbage truck

The Herrin Public Works Committee will meet to discuss the acquisition of a new garbage truck.

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CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR HERRIN PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: JULY 13, 2026 TIME: 5:15 PM BUSINESS: 1. New Garbage Truck
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider two ordinances amending animal and code chapters

The Herrin City Council will consider two proposed ordinances amending the city's animal regulations and other code sections. Other business includes opening and possibly accepting bids for an aluminum ramp, authorizing a sewer pump repair, and approving a lease purchase of a trash collection unit. A road closure for a memorial scholarship event on July 17 is also on the agenda.

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Shelly Huggins, City Clerk David Shoemake Sheila Ahlgren ALDERMEN WARD I Paul York Randy Crompton ALDERMEN WARD 2 CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR Carl Goodwin, City Treasurer Scott Kinley Steve Miller ALDERMEN WARD 3 Brett Crouse Bill Sizemore ALDERMEN WARD 4 HERRIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: JULY 13, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER - Steve Frattini, Mayor PRAYER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL - Shelly Huggins, City Clerk PUBLIC COMMENT: Anyone who wishes to address the Council may request to be recognized at this time. When recognized, please state your name. Statements are to be limited to three (3) minutes in duration. MEETING MINUTES - Motion to approve meeting minutes TREASURER'S REPORT - Carl Goodwin, Treasurer BUDGET OFFICE REPORT - Carrie Cravens, Budget Dir. Income Statement June 2026 Report 7-13-26 Accounts Balances CODES - Bret Childers, Administrator Code Report PUBLIC WORKS - Steve Miller, Chairman, Tom Somers Public Works Director PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT - Randy Crompton, Chairman PUBLIC SAFETY — David Shoemake, Chairman David Dorris Police Chief, Shawn Priddy Fire Chief, AC Warden 1, Fire Report Police Report FINANCE - Paul York, Chairman - Motion to approve accounts payable. Payroll Report Accounts Payable Report INSURANCE - Scott Kinley, Chairman LIAISON - HERR [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 17:30

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to discuss Animal Control Ordinance

The Herrin Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss an Animal Control Ordinance. The agenda lists only this single item, with no additional details provided in the document.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends updates to the Animal Control Ordinance

The Public Safety Committee reviewed changes to the animal control chapter ordinance. The committee plans to recommend the ordinance at the first City Council meeting in July.

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CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR HERRIN PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: JUNE 22, 2026 TIME: 5:30 PM BUSINESS: 1. Animal Control Ordinance
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HERRIN PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL DATE: JUNE 22, 2026 TIME: 5:30 PM BUSINESS: 1. Animal Control Ordinance Animal Control Ordinance - Review Changes We have reviewed the animal control chapter ordinance multiple times. We have looked at other ordinances from municipalities close to us, and we have had a Department of Ag review as well. The mayor stated it is compliant with state statutes, and he would like to go ahead and send it through, and then we can make corrections as needed in the future. The committee will recommend at the first council meeting in July.
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on Resolution 9-2026 committing local funds

The Herrin City Council will consider Resolution 9-2026, a resolution of support and commitment of local funds, as the only item of new business. The agenda otherwise consists of routine reports from departments including police, fire, public works, budget, and codes, as well as approval of meeting minutes and accounts payable.

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✓ Decided: Herrin City Council approved meeting minutes and accounts payable

The City Council approved the previous meeting minutes and all accounts payable. The council also passed Resolution 9-2026 regarding local funds support and commitment.

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Shelly Huggins, City Clerk David Shoemake Sheila Ahlgren ALDERMEN WARD I Paul York Randy Crompton ALDERMEN WARD 2 CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR Carl Goodwin, City Treasurer Scott Kinley Steve Miller ALDERMEN WARD 3 Brett Crouse Bill Sizemore ALDERMEN WARD 4 HERRIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: JUNE 22, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER - Steve Frattini, Mayor PRAYER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL - Shelly Huggins, City Clerk PUBLIC COMMENT: Anyone who wishes to address the Council may request to be recognized at this time. When recognized, please state your name. Statements are to be limited to three (3) minutes in duration. MEETING MINUTES - Motion to approve meeting minutes MINUTES 06/08/2026 TREASURER'S REPORT - Carl Goodwin, Treasurer BUDGET OFFICE REPORT - Carrie Cravens, Budget Dir. Budget Office Report Account Balances CODES - Bret Childers, Administrator Codes Report PUBLIC WORKS - Steve Miller, Chairman, Tom Somers, Public Works Director PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT - Randy Crompton, Chairman PUBLIC SAFETY — David Shoemake, Chairman David Dorris Police Chief Shawn Priddy Fire Chief AC Warden 1, Vacant Position Police Report Fire Report 06/22/20226 FINANCE - Paul York, Chairman - Motion to approve accounts payable. Payroll Report Accounts Payable Report INSURANCE - Scott Kinley [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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HERRIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL DATE: JUNE 22, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER - Steve Frattini, Mayor Called meeting to order at 6:00pm. PRAYER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL - Shelly Huggins, City Clerk Shelly Huggins, City Clerk called the roll and the following were present: Alderman Sheila Ahlgren Alderman Randy Crompton Alderman Scott Kinley Alderman Steve Miller Alderman David Shoemake Alderman Bill Sizemore Alderman Paul York Alderman Brett Crouse The following were absent: PUBLIC COMMENT: Anyone who wishes to address the Council may request to be recognized at this time. When recognized, please state your name. Statements are to be limited to three (3) minutes in duration. Gordon Pruitt stated he has been trying to get the curb fixed in front of his house for some time. Paid in 2011 or 2012 to have it repaired. The curb was damaged again later when there was a water leak. In 2024, he had a conversation with Alderman Ahlgren, and she had spoken with Tom, and it was to be taken care of. Also, there have been several break-ins. He has had one at least once a year for the last 3 years. Would like to speak with the police on how to make his house more secure. MEETING MINUTES - Motion to approve meeting minutes Motion made by David Shoemake, seconded by Paul York to Approve. Alderman Sizemore, Alderman Miller, Alderman Ahlgren, Alderman Crompton, Alderman Crouse, Alderman Shoemak [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Herrin City Council to consider trailer purchase and Bandyville Road agreement

The City Council will review an ordinance to amend the Revised Code of Ordinances. Members will also consider a vehicle purchase and a joint funding agreement with IDOT for road work.

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Shelly Huggins, City Clerk David Shoemake Sheila Ahlgren ALDERMEN WARD I Paul York Randy Crompton ALDERMEN WARD 2 CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR Carl Goodwin, City Treasurer Scott Kinley Steve Miller ALDERMEN WARD 3 Brett Crouse Bill Sizemore ALDERMEN WARD 4 HERRIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: JUNE 8, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER - Steve Frattini, Mayor PRAYER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL - Shelly Huggins, City Clerk PUBLIC COMMENT: Anyone who wishes to address the Council may request to be recognized at this time. When recognized, please state your name. Statements are to be limited to three (3) minutes in duration. MEETING MINUTES - Motion to approve meeting minutes Council Minutes 05/26/2026 Minutes of Finance Committee 05/26/2026 Minutes of Public Safety Committee 05/26/2026 TREASURER'S REPORT - Carl Goodwin, Treasurer Comparison of Our Revenue/Expenses for the Period Ending 4/30. Carl's report BUDGET OFFICE REPORT - Carrie Cravens, Budget Dir. Income Statement May 2026 Bond Totals Comparison Budget Report 6/8/26 Accounts Balances CODES - Bret Childers, Administrator CODES REPORT 06/08/2026 PUBLIC WORKS - Steve Miller, Chairman, Tom Somers Public Works Director PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT - Randy Crompton, Chairman PUBLIC SAFETY — David Dorris Police Chief, Shawn Priddy Fi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 26, 2026 · 17:30

General

Finance Committee to discuss department head salaries

The Herrin Finance Committee will meet on May 26, 2026 to discuss department head salaries. No other items are on the agenda. The meeting is open via Zoom.

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CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR HERRIN FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: MAY 26, 2026 TIME: 5:30 PM BUSINESS: 1. Department Head Salaries
Tue May 26, 2026 · 17:45

Public Safety Committee

Herrin committee to discuss police vehicle and UTV penalties

The Herrin Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss two agenda items: a potential purchase of a Police Department vehicle and proposed penalties for operating UTVs or golf carts.

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CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR HERRIN PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: MAY 26, 2026 TIME: 5:45 PM BUSINESS: 1. Police Department Vehicle 2. UTV/Golf Cart Penalties
Tue May 26, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on ordinance amendments, police vehicle purchase, and lease agreements

The Herrin City Council will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, approval of minutes, and reports from various departments. New business includes voting on two ordinances (amending city code and authorizing sale of personal property), approving a police vehicle purchase from the Harrison Bruce Foundation, and authorizing lease purchases for equipment and a dump truck. Resolutions for TIF fund use and IDOT maintenance agreements are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Herrin City Council approves several equipment purchases and local ordinances

The City Council approved multiple municipal lease purchases for heavy machinery and a dump truck. Additional actions included approving various city ordinances, resolutions for road maintenance, and the purchase of a police vehicle.

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Shelly Huggins, City Clerk David Shoemake Sheila Ahlgren ALDERMEN WARD I Paul York Randy Crompton ALDERMEN WARD 2 CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR Carl Goodwin, City Treasurer Scott Kinley Steve Miller ALDERMEN WARD 3 Brett Crouse Bill Sizemore ALDERMEN WARD 4 HERRIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: MAY 26, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER - Steve Frattini, Mayor PRAYER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL - Shelly Huggins, City Clerk PUBLIC COMMENT: Anyone who wishes to address the Council may request to be recognized at this time. When recognized, please state your name. Statements are to be limited to three (3) minutes in duration. MEETING MINUTES - Motion to approve meeting minutes TREASURER'S REPORT - Carl Goodwin, Treasurer BUDGET OFFICE REPORT - Carrie Cravens, Budget Dir. BUDGET REPORT 05/26/2026 CODES - Bret Childers, Administrator CODES 05/26/2026 PUBLIC WORKS - Steve Miller, Chairman PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT - Randy Crompton, Chairman PUBLIC SAFETY — David Dorris Police Chief, Shawn Priddy Fire Chief, Jason Englebright AC Warden 1, David Shoemake, Chairman FIRE REPORT 05/26/2026 POLICE REPORT 05/26/2026 FINANCE - Motion to approve accounts payable. INSURANCE - Scott Kinley, Chairman LIAISON - HERRIN LIBRARY - Brett Crouse LIAISON - HERRIN CIVIC CENTER - Scott Kinley, Chairman GRANT UPDATES- Valerie Clodi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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HERRIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL DATE: MAY 26, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER - Steve Frattini, Mayor mayor called to order at 6:00pm PRAYER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL - Shelly Huggins, City Clerk PUBLIC COMMENT: Anyone who wishes to address the Council may request to be recognized at this time. When recognized, please state your name. Statements are to be limited to three (3) minutes in duration. None MEETING MINUTES - Motion to approve meeting minutes Motion made by David Shoemake, seconded by Paul York to Approve. Alderman Miller, Alderman Sizemore, Alderman Kinley, Alderman York, Alderman Shoemake, Alderman Ahlgren, Alderman Crompton, Alderman Crouse voted "Yea". None voted "Nay". None abstained. TREASURER'S REPORT - Carl Goodwin, Treasurer Was absent from the meeting. BUDGET OFFICE REPORT - Carrie Cravens, Budget Dir. will have a signle audit because we spent over a million in grant money. BUDGET REPORT 05/26/2026 CODES - Bret Childers, Administrator Was absent from the meeting. CODES 05/26/2026 PUBLIC WORKS - Steve Miller, Chairman Stated still working fire contract they asked for more time and they granted them more time. Water leak list to be started and to keep track PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT - Randy Crompton, Chairman Stated downtown looked great for HerrinFest activity and appear to go well PUBLIC SAFETY — David Dorris Police Chief, Shawn Priddy Fire Chief, Ja [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 11, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Council considers new TIF district and redevelopment agreement amendment

The City Council will discuss the creation of a new TIF district and an amendment to a redevelopment agreement with L May Properties LLC. The meeting also includes a proposed road closure for Kick-Off HerrinFesta and a health insurance carrier approval.

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✓ Decided: Council approved creation of a new TIF district

The Herrin City Council approved five actions: an intergovernmental agreement with Rend Lake Conservancy District, a temporary road closure for HerrinFesta, an amendment to a redevelopment agreement, authorization for the mayor to create a new TIF district, and selection of a health insurance carrier. All motions passed unanimously with yeas and no nays.

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Shelly Huggins, City Clerk David Shoemake Sheila Ahlgren ALDERMEN WARD I Paul York Randy Crompton ALDERMEN WARD 2 CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR Carl Goodwin, City Treasurer Scott Kinley Steve Miller ALDERMEN WARD 3 Brett Crouse Bill Sizemore ALDERMEN WARD 4 HERRIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: MAY 11, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER - Steve Frattini, Mayor PRAYER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL - Shelly Huggins, City Clerk PUBLIC COMMENT: Anyone who wishes to address the Council may request to be recognized at this time. When recognized, please state your name. Statements are to be limited to three (3) minutes in duration. MEETING MINUTES - Motion to approve meeting minutes MINUTES 04/27/2026 TREASURER'S REPORT - Carl Goodwin, Treasurer BUDGET OFFICE REPORT - Carrie Cravens, Budget Dir. INCOME STATEMENT APRIL 2026 BUDGET REPORT 05/11/2026 CODES - Bret Childers, Administrator CODES REPORT 05/11/2026 PUBLIC WORKS - Steve Miller, Chairman PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT - Randy Crompton, Chairman PUBLIC SAFETY — David Dorris Police Chief, Shawn Priddy Fire Chief, Jason Englebright AC Warden 1, David Shoemake, Chairman FIRE REPORT 05/11/2026 POLICE REPORT 05/11/2026 FINANCE - Motion to approve accounts payable. INSURANCE - Scott Kinley, Chairman LIAISON - HERRIN LIBRARY - Brett Crouse LIAISON - HERRIN CIV [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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HERRIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL DATE: MAY 11, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER - Steve Frattini, Mayor Mayor Frattini called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. PRAYER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL - Shelly Huggins, City Clerk PUBLIC COMMENT: Anyone who wishes to address the Council may request to be recognized at this time. When recognized, please state your name. Statements are to be limited to three (3) minutes in duration. None MEETING MINUTES - Motion to approve meeting minutes MINUTES 04/27/2026 Motion made by None, seconded by None to Approve. Alderman Kinley, Alderman Ahlgren, Alderman Shoemake, Alderman Miller, Alderman Sizemore, Alderman Crompton, Alderman York, Alderman Crouse, Mayor Frattini voted "Yea". None voted "Nay". None abstained. TREASURER'S REPORT - Carl Goodwin, Treasurer stated he reviewed tow fees all in balance. Audit water and sewer adjustment and all correct. Checked bank statements and all in balance. BUDGET OFFICE REPORT - Carrie Cravens, Budget Dir. stated we finished the fiscal year. First items are sent over to Campbell Youngblood for adjustments. INCOME STATEMENT APRIL 2026 BUDGET REPORT 05/11/2026 CODES - Bret Childers, Administrator Stated that it will be a good year for demoing houses. We have two coming up 309 S. 17th and 915 S 14th Street. CODES REPORT 05/11/2026 PUBLIC WORKS - Steve Miller, Chairman Had nothing to re [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 11, 2026 · 17:45

General

Herrin Finance Committee discusses creating a new TIF district

The Herrin Finance Committee will discuss the creation of a new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district. No specific boundaries, project details, or dollar amounts are included in the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for May 11, 2026, at 5:45 PM in hybrid format.

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CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR HERRIN FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: MAY 11, 2026 TIME: 5:45 PM BUSINESS: 1. New TIF Creation
Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on bargaining agreement with Laborers Local 773

The Herrin City Council will consider a bargaining agreement with Laborers Local 773-Clerical, appoint members to pension boards, and vote on resolutions for Herrinfesta Italiana events. Routine reports and a road closure for a fundraiser are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council approved Madison Street road closure and multiple HerrinFesta resolutions

The City Council voted to close a block of Madison Street and adopted three resolutions supporting the HerrinFesta Italiana Parade, road race, and related road closures. They also appointed members to the firefighter and police pension boards and approved a labor bargaining agreement.

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Shelly Huggins, City Clerk David Shoemake Sheila Ahlgren ALDERMEN WARD I Paul York Randy Crompton ALDERMEN WARD 2 CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR Carl Goodwin, City Treasurer Scott Kinley Steve Miller ALDERMEN WARD 3 Brett Crouse Bill Sizemore ALDERMEN WARD 4 HERRIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: APRIL 27, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER - Steve Frattini, Mayor PRAYER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL - Shelly Huggins, City Clerk PUBLIC COMMENT: Anyone who wishes to address the Council may request to be recognized at this time. When recognized, please state your name. Statements are to be limited to three (3) minutes in duration. MEETING MINUTES - Motion to approve meeting minutes Minutes of Council Meeting April 13, 2026 TREASURER'S REPORT - Carl Goodwin, Treasurer BUDGET OFFICE REPORT - Carrie Cravens, Budget Dir. BUDGET REPORT 04/27/2026 CODES - Bret Childers, Administrator CODES REPORT 04/27/2026 PUBLIC WORKS - Steve Miller, Chairman PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT - Randy Crompton, Chairman PUBLIC SAFETY — David Dorris Police Chief, Shawn Priddy Fire Chief, Jason Englebright AC Warden 1, David Shoemake, Chairman POLICE REPORT 04/27/2026 FIRE REPORT 04/27/2026 FINANCE - Motion to approve accounts payable. AP REPORT 04/27/2026 INSURANCE - Scott Kinley, Chairman LIAISON - HERRIN LIBRARY - Brett Crouse LI [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF HERRIN, ILLINOIS HELD AT HERRIN CITY HALL ON MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026 AT 6:00PM Mayor Frattini called the meeting to order at 6:00pm. Mayor led us in prayer and Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Leah McWilliams, Deputy City Clerk called the roll and the following were present: ATTENDING TITLE PRESENT ABSENT Steve Frantinni Mayor ☒ ☐ Shelly Huggins City Clerk ☐ ☐ Carl Goodwin Treasure ☐ ☒ Mark Kochan City Attorney ☐ ☒ David Shoemake Alderman Ward I ☒ ☐ Sheila Ahlgren Alderman Ward I ☒ ☐ Paul York Alderman Ward II ☒ ☐ Randy Crompton Alderman Ward II ☒ ☐ Scott Kinley Alderman Ward III ☒ ☐ Steve Miller Alderman Ward III ☒ ☐ Brett Crouse Alderman Ward IV ☒ ☐ Bill Sizemore Alderman Ward IV ☒ ☐ Leah McWilliams Deputy City Clerk ☒ ☐ PUBLIC None MINUTES OF APRIL 13, 2026 Motion made by Alderman Shoemake, seconded by Alderman York to approved the minutes of April 13, 2026 Council Meeting. Alderman Ahlgren, York, Crompton, Kinley, Miller, Crouse, Sizemore and Shoemake voted “Yea.” None voted Nay. TREASURE’S REPORT Treasurer Carl Goodwin- absent Budget Director Carrie Cravens – Insurance let the committee for the end of year June to May 30th. Council needs to decided if we go with health link or CIGNA. CODES Bret Childers, Codes Administrator stated grass is busy over 100 lawns and getting spring clean finished up PUBLIC Steve Miller, Chairman of Public Works Committee stated ite [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 17:45

General

Herrin Public Works Committee to discuss utility rates and clerical contract

The Public Works Committee will meet to review water, sewer, and trash rates. The body will also discuss a clerical contract.

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CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR HERRIN PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: APRIL 27, 2026 TIME: 5:45 PM BUSINESS: 1. Water, Sewer & Trash Rates 2. Clerical Contract
Wed Apr 22, 2026 · 16:00

General

Herrin Insurance Committee discusses health insurance

The Herrin Insurance Committee is meeting to discuss health insurance. The agenda contains only this single item with no further details provided.

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CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR HERRIN INSURANCE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: APRIL 22, 2026 TIME: 4:00 PM BUSINESS: 1. Health Insurance
Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 17:15

General

Herrin Insurance Committee to discuss health insurance matters

The Herrin Insurance Committee will meet to consider health insurance issues presented by Jon Cavaness. No specific contracts, dollar amounts, or ordinance changes are listed.

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CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR HERRIN INSURANCE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: APRIL 13, 2026 TIME: 5:15 PM BUSINESS: 1. Health Insurance - Jon Cavaness
Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Herrin City Council to discuss 2026-2027 budget and street improvements

The City Council will consider the budget for May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027. The meeting includes several bids for street and watermain improvements and a water purchase contract with the Rend Lake Conservancy District.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved the 2026-2027 municipal budget

The Herrin City Council unanimously approved the city budget for May 1 2026 through April 30 2027. The council also approved several contracts and resolutions, including a TIF façade project, street‑improvement bids, a watermain replacement, and an agreement to manage the CDBG housing grant. All motions passed with all eight aldermen voting “Yea.”

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Shelly Huggins, City Clerk David Shoemake Sheila Ahlgren ALDERMEN WARD I Paul York Randy Crompton ALDERMEN WARD 2 CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR Carl Goodwin, City Treasurer Scott Kinley Steve Miller ALDERMEN WARD 3 Brett Crouse Bill Sizemore ALDERMEN WARD 4 HERRIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: APRIL 13, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER - Steve Frattini, Mayor PRAYER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL - Shelly Huggins, City Clerk PUBLIC COMMENT: Anyone who wishes to address the Council may request to be recognized at this time. When recognized, please state your name. Statements are to be limited to three (3) minutes in duration. MEETING MINUTES - Motion to approve meeting minutes Meeting Minutes 03/23/2026 TREASURER'S REPORT - Carl Goodwin, Treasurer BUDGET OFFICE REPORT - Carrie Cravens, Budget Dir. Income Statement 03-31-2026 CODES - Bret Childers, Administrator CODE REPORT 04/13/2026 PUBLIC WORKS - Steve Miller, Chairman PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT - Randy Crompton, Chairman PUBLIC SAFETY — David Dorris Police Chief, Shawn Priddy Fire Chief, Jason Englebright AC Warden 1, David Shoemake, Chairman FIRE REPORT 04/13/2026 POLICE REPORT 04/13/2026 ANIMAL CONTROL REPORT 04/13/2026 FINANCE - Motion to approve accounts payable. AP 04/13/2026 INSURANCE - Scott Kinley, Chairman LIAISON - HERRIN LIBRARY [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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HERRIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL DATE: APRIL 13, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER - Steve Frattini, Mayor PRAYER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL - Shelly Huggins, City Clerk Shelly Huggins, City Clerk called the roll and the following were present: Alderman Sheila Ahlgren Alderman Randy Crompton Alderman Scott Kinley Alderman Steve Miller Alderman David Shoemake Alderman Bill Sizemore Alderman Paul York Alderman Brett Crouse The following were absent: PUBLIC COMMENT: Anyone who wishes to address the Council may request to be recognized at this time. When recognized, please state your name. Statements are to be limited to three (3) minutes in duration. None MEETING MINUTES - Motion to approve meeting minutes Motion made by David Shoemake, seconded by Paul York to Approve. Alderman Shoemake, Alderman Kinley, Alderman Miller, Alderman Sizemore, Alderman Crouse, Alderman Crompton, Alderman York, Alderman Ahlgren voted "Yea". None voted "Nay". None abstained. Meeting Minutes 03/23/2026 TREASURER'S REPORT - Carl Goodwin, Treasurer has reviewed statements and accounts were reconciled and all is balanced as well as water/sewer adjustments. Works with Carrie on budget. BUDGET OFFICE REPORT - Carrie Cravens, Budget Dir. Stated we have received the last installment of property tax. Income Statement 03-31-2026 CODES - Bret Childers, Administrator Was absent from the meetin [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 17:50

General

Public Improvement Committee to discuss Mallow Financial TIF facade

The Herrin Public Improvement Committee will meet to discuss one business item regarding a TIF facade for Mallow Financial.

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CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR HERRIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: APRIL 13, 2026 TIME: 5:50 PM BUSINESS: 1. TIF Facade - Mallow Financial
Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 17:30

General

City discusses the 2026‑2027 budget

The Herrin Finance Committee will meet on April 13, 2026 at 5:30 PM via Zoom to consider the city's budget for fiscal year 2026‑2027. No additional details are provided in the agenda. The committee will review and potentially adopt the proposed budget.

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CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR HERRIN FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: APRIL 13, 2026 TIME: 5:30 PM BUSINESS: 1. 1. Budget 2026-2027
Tue Apr 7, 2026 · 13:00

General

TIF Committee to discuss Cedar Creek Rentals

The TIF Committee will meet to conduct business regarding Cedar Creek Rentals.

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TIF COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2026 HERRIN CITY HALL OR ZOOM https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3492458687?pwd=RXZYQTlTV2RZaVlNL2thbnMzOHRBQT09 Meeting ID: 349 245 8687 Passcode: 158512 1:00 P.M. BUSINESS: 1. Cedar Creek Rentals
Mon Mar 23, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Council will vote on 2024 TIF payments and a property sale ordinance

The Herrin City Council meeting on March 23, 2026 includes several approvals. Council members will consider a proclamation for the Herrin High School Flag Team, a temporary street closure for the House of Hope event, payment of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for tax year 2024, and an ordinance to sell personal property (an entry ramp from a former feline facility). These items are listed under New Business and will be decided at this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council approved 2024 TIF payments and authorized sale of city property

The Herrin City Council approved the 2024 Tax Increment Financing (TIF) payments to be payable in 2025. It also authorized the sale of the entry ramp from the former Feline Facility. Additionally, the council approved temporary street closures for a community event and authorized routine bill payments. All motions passed unanimously.

300 N Park Ave, Herrin
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Shelly Huggins, City Clerk David Shoemake Carl Goodwin, City Treasurer Scott Kinley Sheila Ahlgren Steve Miller ALDERMEN WARD 1 ALDERMEN WARD 3 Paul York CITY OF HERRIN Brett Crouse Randy Crompton ALDERMEN WARD 2 STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR Bill Sizemore ALDERMEN WARD 4 HERRIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: MARCH 23, 2026 TIME: 6:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR PRAYER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL LEAH MCWILLIAMS, DEPUTY CITY CLERK PUBLIC COMMENT: Anyone who wishes to address the Council may request to be recognized at this time. When recognized, please state your name. Statements are to be limited to three (3) minutes in duration. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING: MARCH 9, 2026 TREASURER’S REPORT CARL GOODWIN, TREASURER BUDGET OFFICE REPORT CARRIE CRAVENS, BUDGET DIR. CODES BRET CHILDERS, ADMINISTRATOR PUBLIC WORKS STEVE MILLER, CHAIRMAN TOM SOMERS, DIRECTOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT RANDY CROMPTON PUBLIC SAFETY DAVID DORRIS, POLICE CHIEF SHAWN PRIDDY, FIRE CHIEF JASON ENGLEBRIGHT, AC WARDEN I DAVID SHOEMAKE, CHAIRMAN FINANCE Approve Accounts Payable PAUL YORK, CHAIRMAN INSURANCE SCOTT KINLEY, CHAIRMAN LIAISON – HERRIN LIBRARY BRETT CROUSE (continued on next page) LIAISON – HERRIN CIVIC CENTER SCOTT KINLEY GRANT UPDATES VALERIE CLODI OLD BUSINESS: NEW BUSINESS: 1. Procl [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF HERRIN, ILLINOIS HELD AT HERRIN CITY HALL ON MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2026 AT 6:00PM Mayor Frattini called the meeting to order at 6:00pm. Mayor led us in prayer and Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Leah McWilliams, Deputy City Clerk called the roll and the following were present: ATTENDING TITLE PRESENT ABSENT Steve Frantinni Mayor ☒ ☐ Shelly Huggins City Clerk ☐ ☒ Carl Goodwin Treasure ☒ ☐ Mark Kochan City Attorney ☒ ☐ David Shoemake Alderman Ward I ☒ ☐ Sheila Ahlgren Alderman Ward I ☒ ☐ Paul York Alderman Ward II ☒ ☐ Randy Crompton Alderman Ward II ☐ ☒ Scott Kinley Alderman Ward III ☒ ☐ Steve Miller Alderman Ward III ☒ ☐ Brett Crouse Alderman Ward IV ☒ ☐ Bill Sizemore Alderman Ward IV ☒ ☐ Leah McWilliams Deputy City Clerk ☒ ☐ PUBLIC Eric Burd stated from the crowd “IDT Coach of the yea!”. MINUTES OF MARCH 09, 2026 Motion made by Alderman Shoemake, seconded by Alderman York to approved the minutes of March 9th, 2026 Council Meeting. Alderman Ahlgren, York, Kinley, Miller, Crouse, Sizemore, and Shoemake voted “Yea.” None voted Nay. TREASURE’S REPORT Treasurer Carl Goodwin- had nothing new to report Budget Director Carrie Cravens States Process on the TIF payments and have sent out. Moran has been great to work with CODES Bret Childers, Codes Administrator was absent from meeting PUBLIC Steve Miller, Chairman of Public Works Committee stated Shoemake and Miller will be mee [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 9, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

300 N Park Ave, Herrin
Mon Feb 23, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

300 N Park Ave, Herrin
Mon Feb 9, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

300 N Park Ave, Herrin
Mon Jan 26, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

300 N Park Ave, Herrin
Mon Jan 12, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Herrin City Council to discuss grant writer agreement and receive reports

The Herrin City Council will convene to review minutes, receive treasurer and budget reports, and discuss a grant writer agreement. The meeting will also include public comments and reports from various city departments.

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300 N Park Ave, Herrin
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Shelly Huggins, City Clerk David Shoemake Sheila Ahlgren ALDERMEN WARD I Paul York Randy Crompton ALDERMEN WARD 2 CITY OF HERRIN STEVE FRATTINI, MAYOR Carl Goodwin, City Treasurer Scott Kinley Steve Miller ALDERMEN WARD 3 Marilyn Ruppel Bill Sizemore ALDERMEN WARD 4 HERRIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA LOCATION: HERRIN CITY HALL (Zoom Meeting ID: 349 245 8687) (Passcode: 158512 or link here) DATE: JANUARY 12, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER - Steve Frattini, Mayor PRAYER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL - Shelly Huggins, City Clerk PUBLIC COMMENT: Anyone who wishes to address the Council may request to be recognized at this time. When recognized, please state your name. Statements are to be limited to three (3) minutes in duration. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING: TREASURER'S REPORT - Carl Goodwin, Treasurer BUDGET OFFICE REPORT - Carrie Cravens, Budget Dir. CODES - Bret Childers, Administrator PUBLIC WORKS - Bill Sizemore, Chairman PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT - Randy Crompton PUBLIC SAFETY FINANCE - Paul York, Chairman INSURANCE - Sheila Ahlgren, Chairman LIAISON - HERRIN LIBRARY - Marilyn Ruppel LIAISON - HERRIN CIVIC CENTER - Scott Kinley OLD BUSINESS: NEW BUSINESS: 1 Grant writer Agreement MAYOR: COUNCIL: ADJOURN:
Tue Jan 6, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

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