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 "city": "St. Joseph",
 "state": "IL",
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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": "2026-08-20",
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-19",
   "body": "Community Festival Commission",
   "headline": "Festival commission to review 2026 event recap",
   "summary": "The Community Festival Commission is meeting to discuss new business, specifically a recap of the recent festival. No other items are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/Community_Festival_Commission_Meeting_Agenda_-_August_19_2026.pdf",
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   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-11",
   "body": "Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Board to consider East Peters Drive development and Main Street property sale",
   "summary": "The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will meet to consider a proposed development at East Peters Drive and a sales contract for property at 407 South Main Street. The board will also receive an update on priority property maintenance projects and vote on routine consent agenda items, including bill approvals and permits.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/08.11.2026_VBA_.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Community Festival Commission",
   "headline": "Festival commission to review vendors, carnival, beer tent plans",
   "summary": "The Community Festival Commission is meeting to discuss updates on vendors, park measurements, the carnival, power supply, and the beer tent for the upcoming festival. All items are listed as updates or old business, with no formal votes or contracts specified.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/doc03932720260720112955_(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Trustees to consider surplus property bids, WWTP water system change",
   "summary": "The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to consider several action items, including bids for surplus property at 407 South Main Street, a change order for a non-potable water system at the wastewater treatment plant, and HMA bid recommendations. The board will also approve routine consent agenda items such as bills totaling $133,677.15 and two right-of-way permits. A proclamation will celebrate the high school boys state championship, and the Community Festival Commission will present upcoming activities.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/07.21.2026_VBA_SPECIAL_MEETING_(Rescheduled_July_Meeting)_(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Community Festival Commission",
   "headline": "Festival commission to discuss foam party, carnival, beer tent",
   "summary": "The Community Festival Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the Foam Party and park measurements, as well as old business items including the carnival, power supply, vendors, and beer tent. No decisions are recorded on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/doc03897720260713095031.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "July 14 and 28 meetings cancelled; special meeting set for July 21",
   "summary": "The Board of Trustees has cancelled its regularly scheduled meetings for July 14 and July 28, 2026. A special meeting will be held on July 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. to replace both cancelled meetings, with a separate notice to be posted in compliance with the Open Meetings Act. No other agenda items are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/07.14.2026_AND_07.28.2026_NOTICE_OF_CANCELLED_MEETINGS.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-02",
   "body": "Community Festival Commission",
   "headline": "Festival commission to discuss foam party, carnival, beer tent",
   "summary": "The Community Festival Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the foam party and park measurements, as well as old business items including the carnival, power supply, vendors, and beer tent. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/doc03846920260630104936.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-27",
   "body": "Community Festival Commission",
   "headline": "Festival commission discusses foam party, carnival, vendors",
   "summary": "The Community Festival Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the Foam Party and park measurements, as well as ongoing items including the carnival, power supply, and vendors. No decisions or votes are recorded in the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/doc03818120260623135711.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Trustees to vote on FY 26/27 budget and $472K in bills",
   "summary": "The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider approving the FY 26/27 appropriations ordinance, along with several other action items including bids for concrete work and two TIF-related ordinances. The consent agenda includes approval of bills totaling $472,551.65 and a special event permit for Ribcage Beer Tent and Community Festival events.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/06.23.2026_VBA__(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Community Festival Commission",
   "headline": "Festival commission to discuss vendor locations and village update",
   "summary": "The Community Festival Commission is meeting to hear an update from the village, discuss possible changes and ideas, and decide on vendor locations for the festival. The commission will also set the next meeting date and approve minutes from a prior meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/Agenda_(7)_(3).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Trustees to consider special event permits and IDOT maintenance resolution",
   "summary": "The St. Joseph Board of Trustees is meeting to consider several action items, including approval of special event permits for the 4th of July Parade, Community Festival Parade, Pickleball Open, and Community Festival, as well as an IDOT resolution for maintenance under the Illinois Highway Code. The consent agenda also includes approval of bills totaling $109,872.24 and routine financial reports. No old business is listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/06.09.2026_VBA_(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Board to consider allowing fiber-optic utility facilities in residential zones",
   "summary": "The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will hold two public hearings on a Fidium fiberoptics request to amend the zoning table for R-1 Residential parcels to allow utility facilities as a special use, and to approve a special use for a facility at 101 Monroe. The board will also consider a right-of-way permit for Fidium, an animal control agreement with Champaign County, and several consent agenda items including bill approval and special event permits.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/05.26.2026_VBA_(2).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-21",
   "body": "Upcoming Planning Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "FIDIUM seeks to allow utility facilities in R-1 residential zones",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two related FIDIUM applications: one to amend the Authorized Use Table to make 'Utility Facility' a Special Use in R-1 Residential zones, and another for a Special Use permit for a utility facility at 101 Monroe. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting. No new business is listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/05.21.2026_Planning_and_Zoning_Commission_Meeting.docx.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Community Festival Commission",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/Community_Festival_Commission_Minutes_-_May_20_2026(1).pdf",
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Trustees to consider TIF agreement with Wallace and CCES capital pledge",
   "summary": "The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on May 12, 2026, covering routine consent items and several new business items. Key actions include a proposed ordinance for a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) redevelopment agreement with Wallace, a possible letter of intent pledging a capital contribution to CCES, and a right-of-way permit for Campus Communications Group. The board will also hear presentations from the Kiwanis Club and SIMEC on electric aggregation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/05.12.2026_VBA__(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "Community Festival Commission",
   "headline": "Festival commission to review Fish Fry, ads, and tractor pull plans",
   "summary": "The Community Festival Commission is meeting to handle routine updates and planning for upcoming community events. New business includes approving last meeting's minutes, a Fish Fry update from John Dwyer, and ad rate information from the News Gazette. Old business covers the SJO FFA Kiddie Tractor Pull and petting zoo, plus tables and chairs arrangements.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/agenda_1_(1)(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-29",
   "body": "Community Festival Commission",
   "headline": "Festival commission to elect chair and discuss changes",
   "summary": "The Community Festival Commission is meeting to elect a chairperson, discuss possible changes or ideas, name coordinator positions, set the next meeting date, and approve minutes from the April 23, 2026 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific proposals or dollar amounts listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/doc03546220260424165327_(2).pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/April29_minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-28",
   "body": "Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Trustees to consider FY26/27 budget and property sales",
   "summary": "The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will consider approving the FY26/27 budget, a fund balance policy, and two property transactions: re-issuing a request for proposals for 407 South Main Street and selling 101 Monroe Street to Fidium. The consent agenda includes approval of bills totaling $63,287.99 and meeting minutes. Public comment is open for listed and unlisted items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/04.28.2026_VBA__(2).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-23",
   "body": "Community Festival Commission",
   "headline": "Festival commission to elect chair and plan fireworks",
   "summary": "The Community Festival Commission is meeting to organize itself and plan upcoming events. The agenda includes electing a chairperson, reviewing the committee's purpose, discussing fireworks, considering changes or new ideas, naming coordinator positions, and setting the next meeting date.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/agenda_(6)_(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/Meeting_minutes_(1).pdf",
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Trustees to consider waiving preliminary plat for GAM Properties development",
   "summary": "The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will consider several action items, including a request to waive the preliminary plat requirement for a proposed development north of Regan Drive, and will discuss the FY26/27 budget and fund balance policy. The meeting also includes appointments, consent agenda approvals, and public comment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/04.14.2026_VBA_.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-24",
   "body": "Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Trustees to consider staffing contract, budget direction, fund balance policy",
   "summary": "The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will consider approving a contingent workforce services agreement with MGT Impact Solutions LLC, receive an update on Community Festival Commission planning, and be introduced to a fund balance policy. They will also discuss discretionary budget items for the FY26/27 budget and vote on consent agenda items including meeting minutes and bill approval.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/03.24.2026_VBA__(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-24",
   "body": "Meeting",
   "headline": "Village Board approves 6-month interim Public Works Director contract",
   "summary": "The Village Board approved a 6-month staffing agreement with MGT Impact Solutions LLC for an interim Public Works Director, despite resident objections about cost and hiring from within. The board also discussed a new Fund Balance Policy, tabled budget discussions, and entered executive session to consider selling village real estate.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/VBM_3.24.2026.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-10",
   "body": "Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Trustees to consider TIF deal with GAM Properties and 208-acre pre-annexation",
   "summary": "The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will consider two significant development agreements: a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) redevelopment agreement with GAM Properties, LLC, and a pre-annexation agreement with the Woodard Family Trust for over 208 acres north of CR1700N and west of CR 2200E. The board will also discuss the FY26/27 budget and vote on consent agenda items including bill approvals and special event permits.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/03.10.2026_VBA_(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-24",
   "body": "Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Trustees to consider community garden at Hackler Park and Shady Creek subdivision waiver",
   "summary": "The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will vote on several items, including a resolution to authorize a memorandum of understanding for a community garden at Hackler Park, a resolution to dispose of surplus equipment, and a waiver request for the preliminary plat process and fees for the Shady Creek Subdivision. The board will also approve the consent agenda, which includes meeting minutes and bills totaling $1,753,727.89. Public comment is open, and no old business is listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/02.24.2026_VBA_.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-10",
   "body": "Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Trustees to discuss selling village wastewater system",
   "summary": "The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will consider bids to purchase and operate the village wastewater system, award contracts for field treatment and mowing services, and discuss selling surplus property. The board will also approve routine items including bills totaling $37,736.36 and a special event permit for the SJO 5K. A budget discussion on the animal control contract is also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://stjosephillinois.org/vertical/sites/%7B24DDC073-0F27-4A8D-B8E4-B5A8A41FF8A8%7D/uploads/02.10.2026_VBA_.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://stjosephillinois.org"
  }
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}