Pinckneyville public meetings in 2024
13 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will consider a tax levy for the Pinckneyville Public Library and a water main replacement project. The body is also reviewing employment contracts for the Chief of Police, City Clerk, and Economic Development Coordinator.
- Ordinance O-2024-15 levying taxes for the Pinckneyville Public Library
- Contract for IL-154 and Fairground Road water main replacement with Haier Plumbing and Heating, Inc.
- Purchase of one Vehicle Radio Repeater from Roy Walker Communications for $2,827.00
- Resolution R-2024-54 establishing School Speed Zones
- Resolution R-2024-48 for a Certified Water Operator Services Agreement with Albers Water Services, LLC
City Council
The Pinckneyville City Council will consider several resolutions, including a contract for the IL-154 and Fairground Road water main replacement project. Other items include acceptance of a bid for a mini‑pumper fire truck, a water operator services agreement, a $25,500 plumbing repair estimate for the Gordon Street lift station, and tax ordinances for the city and public library. The council will also vote on employment contracts for the City Clerk and the Economic Development Coordinator/Zoning Administrator. Executive sessions will address employee matters, litigation, and other confidential topics.
- Resolution R-2024-51: accept bid from Sentinel Emergency Solutions for a mini‑pumper fire truck
- Resolution R-2024-48: authorize Certified Water Operator Services Agreement with Albers Water Services
- Approval of $25,500 estimate from Haier Plumbing & Heating for Gordon Street lift station pump repair
- Resolution R-2024-52: award contract to Haier Plumbing for IL-154 and Fairground Road water main replacement
- Ordinances O-2024-14 and O-2024-15: levy taxes for city corporate purposes and the public library for FY 2024‑2025
Public Hearing - Library Truth in Taxation Hearing
The City of Pinckneyville is holding a public hearing regarding a proposed tax increase for the Pinckneyville Public Library. This increase applies to the fiscal year starting May 1, 2024, and ending April 30, 2025.
- Public hearing for proposed Pinckneyville Public Library tax increase
City Council
The council will vote on a proposal to purchase a fire pumper truck for $462,858. It will also consider an $11,792.86 emergency pipe repair at the Gordon Street Lift Station and a request to assign a Lead Worker for the Sewer Department. Additional items include insurance coverage resolutions, an ordinance levying corporate taxes for the fiscal year May 1 2024 – April 30 2025, and approval of $4,050 in employee gift certificates. Executive sessions will address personnel matters, litigation, and property issues.
- Purchase of fire pumper truck from Sentinel – $462,858.00
- Emergency pipe repair by C and C Pumps at Gordon Street Lift Station – $11,792.86
- Approval of gift certificates for city employees – $4,050.00 total
- Resolution authorizing insurance coverage with Sheffer Insurance Agency via Illinois Counties Risk Management Trust
- Ordinance levying corporate taxes for fiscal year May 1 2024 – April 30 2025
City Council
The City Council will consider tax levy estimates for the city and public library for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2025. The body is also deciding on a wastewater operator agreement and a bid for curb replacement on South Main Street.
- Resolution R-2024-46 and R-2024-47: Tax levy estimates for the City and Pinckneyville Public Library
- Resolution R-2024-41: Wastewater Operator Service Agreement with Albers Water Services, LLC
- Resolution R-2024-42: Bid from Samron Midwest Contracting for South Main Street curb and entrance reconstruction
- Ordinance O-2024-12: Purchase contract for real property at 701 Penina Street
- Ordinance O-2024-13: Establishing the name of Soccer Park Road
City Council
The Pinckneyville City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a purchase contract for the 701 Penina Street property sold at the 2024 Perry County Tax Sale. Other items include equipment for a new police squad car, a heating system replacement, and curb reconstruction on South Main Street. Executive sessions will address employee matters, real‑property transactions, and litigation. Public comment and the meeting adjournment will conclude the session.
- Approve $2,767.00 purchase of equipment for a new police squad car (Ray O’Herron) from the Police Fund
- Approve $10,700.00 replacement of heating system #2 (J.C.’s Air Conditioning & Refrigeration)
- Approve purchase contract for real property at 701 Penina Street (2024 Perry County Tax Sale)
- Approve reconstruction of entrances and curb replacement along east side of South Main Street (bid from Samron Midwest Contracting)
- Approve façade improvement grant funds for Julia Woolsey, D/B/A The Works
City Council
The Pinckneyville City Council will consider several approvals, including a $71,925 contract with IMCO to install line stops or insta‑valves for fire hydrant replacement. Other items include a $34,830.35 purchase from Core & Main for fire‑hydrant parts, a $3,546.05 emergency repair of the S&L pump, and a resolution to enter an intergovernmental agreement for a School Resource Officer. The council will also vote on a visibility easement for 204 North Main Street and hold executive sessions on personnel, security, and litigation matters.
- Resolution R-2024-40 authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Pinckneyville School District #50 for a School Resource Officer
- Emergency repair approval for the S&L pump at a cost of $3,546.05 from the Sewer Fund
- Purchase approval from Core & Main for fire‑hydrant parts totaling $34,830.35 from Water Capital Outlay
- Contract approval with IMCO for line stops or insta‑valves up to $71,925.00 from Water Capital Outlay
- Ordinance O-2024-10 approving a visibility easement for 204 North Main Street
City Council
The City Council will meet in a special session to discuss personnel matters. The body will consider a request to hire a recommended applicant for the Wastewater Operator position.
- Request to hire recommended applicant for Wastewater Operator position
- Executive Session regarding employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal
City Council
The City Council will review requests for equipment purchases, including a police vehicle and mower. The body is also discussing holiday operating hours for liquor licenses and street closures for community events.
- Purchase of a 2024 Dodge Durango Police Pursuit for $47,298.00
- Purchase of a Grasshopper 725D mower for $13,865.00
- Request to close North Sullivan Street for Trunk-N-Treat on October 25, 2024
- Chlorine feed system replacement at the wastewater plant for $3,582.00
- Emergency generator repair at City Lake for $4,157.94
City Council
The Pinckneyville City Council will consider sealed‑bid offers to buy real estate at 701 Duckworth Street and 705 South Douglas Street. A resolution will be considered to accept a quote from CDS Technologies for a new network server and related upgrades. The council will also review a request to purchase water‑testing equipment costing $22,712.88. Public comment and other routine items will follow.
- Accept or reject sealed‑bid offer for 701 Duckworth Street
- Accept or reject sealed‑bid offer for 705 South Douglas Street
- Resolution R-2024-39 to accept CDS Technologies quote for network server upgrade
- Purchase of 4 Turbidimeters and 2 Controllers from Hach for $22,712.88
- Eagles Lodge request to close part of West Mulberry Street for BBQ contest on Oct 19, 2024
Public Hearing
The City of Pinckneyville will hold a public hearing to discuss a federally and state-funded project to replace sidewalks on South Walnut Street from Water Street to Randolph Street with ADA-compliant stamped concrete and pedestrian lighting. The City intends to apply for an Illinois Department of Transportation grant by September 30, 2024.
- Public hearing on South Walnut Street sidewalk replacement
- Project includes ADA-compliant stamped concrete and pedestrian lighting
- City to apply for Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program grant by Sept. 30, 2024
City Council
The Pinckneyville City Council will consider several resolutions, including a collective bargaining agreement with the Laborers’ International Union of North America. Other items include a sidewalk replacement at 710 S. Main Street, a visibility improvement at North Main and Laurel Streets, a lease amendment with Kiwi Solar 2, LLC, and a server upgrade contract with CDS Technologies. The meeting also includes public comment and an executive session on litigation and personnel matters.
- Resolution R-2024-36: accept bid to remove and replace damaged sidewalk at 710 S. Main Street
- Resolution R-2024-37: accept bid to improve visibility at North Main Street and Laurel Street
- Resolution R-2024-38: authorize collective bargaining agreement with Laborers’ International Union of North America
- Ordinance O-2024-09: amend lease agreement with Kiwi Solar 2, LLC
- Resolution R-2024-39: accept quote from CDS Technologies for server replacement and upgrades
City Council
The City Council will discuss a collective bargaining agreement with the Laborers’ International Union and a lease amendment with Kiwi Solar 2, LLC. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure quotes and the vacation of a portion of South Duckworth Street.
- Ordinance O-2024-07 to vacate a portion of South Duckworth Street
- Resolution R-2024-38 for a collective bargaining agreement with Laborers’ Local 773
- Illinois Electric quote for $8,381.00 for Junior High Booster Station VFD replacement
- Municipal Equipment quote for $10,128.13 for backwash pump station control panel
- Resolution R-2024-35 authorizing notice of sale for 707 Belle Avenue