Shannon Willett

The meeting will include a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and proposed plans for the E. Lincoln Street Improvements Project. Other agenda items include the approval of invoices, the Spring Clean-Up Day schedule, resolutions for the FYE 2023 budget and E. Lincoln Street improvements, addressing W. Otis Street deficiencies, the Summer Youth Program, Park Board recommendations (temporary tournament fences and tennis court repairs), a city code review, an ordinance amendment regarding accessory buildings, Police and Public Works Department reports (including a used broom purchase and lift station pump repairs), and reports from the City Clerk and Mayor.

The City Council meeting addressed several key items, including the approval of the consent agenda (invoices, financial reports, insurance renewal, and Spring Clean-Up Day designation). Discussion and approval of the 2025 Summer Youth Program was held, along with the approval of resolutions for the final plat of Walcott Well #6 and the awarding of a contract for a road and drive PCC panel replacement project. A resolution was also approved to provide notice of a hearing for a watermain replacement project. The council approved the Park Board's recommendations for a splash pad bucket feature replacement and donated improvements to the Victory Park concession stand. Finally, the council set a public hearing date for the property tax levy and discussed and approved rate increases for water, sewer, and garbage services.

The meeting will include a public hearing on the designation of an expanded urban renewal area and a plan amendment. Key agenda items involve resolutions to establish an urban renewal area, set a date for approving a development agreement, and ordinances regarding tax division, water rates (a 4% minimum increase and a 4% usage rate increase), and garbage rates (a 4% increase). Other agenda items include payments for the E. Lincoln Street improvements project, fire department matters (street closure approval and payment for a steak fry celebration), police department matters (approval of an IDOT overtime project), public works and city clerk reports, and approval of a deputy city clerk job description.

The City Council meeting addressed several key items. Discussion included the Recreational Trail Phase 2 Extension, tabled pending further information from the Walcott Mobile Home Community property owner. The council approved Resolution 2024-30 for year-end fund transfers and three ordinances: Ordinance 546-24 (amending water rates), Ordinance 547-24 (amending sewer rates), and Ordinance 548-24 (amending solid waste collection fees). The disposal of a 2017 Dodge Charger was approved. The Public Works Department reported on the trail extension and the location of city utilities, expressing concerns about the trail's proximity to the wastewater treatment plant.

The City Council meeting addressed several key items. Discussion included the Recreational Trail Phase 2 Extension, focusing on flood plain regulations and potential land acquisition. The Fire Department's replacement of Unit #6 EMS truck and disposal of the old truck were also discussed. The council approved contracts for resurfacing tennis and pickleball courts and the purchase of land for a future well. Rate increases for water, sewer, and garbage services were approved, effective July 1st. Finally, grant agreements for the tennis court and pickleball court project were approved.