Tony Harris

The City Council meeting included discussions and approvals regarding several key items. The council approved the Knox Box Cloud License for the Fire Department, a new Dump Truck for the Water Department, and two 2026 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles. Additionally, the council approved the purchase of fire hose for the Fire Department and an ordinance authorizing encroachment at 804 N Side Square. New business included discussions on desktop computers for the Police Department, a Façade Grant for 602 W Side Square, and demolition bids for properties at 600 E Woodlawn and 715 S Cain.

The council meeting included discussions and actions on several topics. The council approved exemptions for vendors of the Apple & Pork Festival and a façade grant. They also approved a raffle license for C.H. Moore Homestead & DeWitt County Museum, fire prevention education materials, and a change order for Kiwanis Park surfacing. The council gave consent to create an ordinance to go out for bid on a parcel the city owns. Additionally, there was a report on the adoption of new international building and residential codes, with changes suggested to be effective January 1, 2026.

The meeting included discussions on various departmental reports, approval for the purchase of five desktop computers for the Police Department, and demolition bids for properties on E Woodlawn and S Cain. The council also addressed several ordinances related to tax levies for street lighting, street and bridge purposes, the water fund, working cash purposes, and abatements for certain territories. Additionally, an ordinance authorizing the sale of excess personal property was on file.

The council discussed an encroachment issue at Mr. Singh's property and agreed on necessary adjustments. They were introduced to Meyer Utility Structures, announcing a new plant establishment in Clinton. Leaf pick-up schedules were discussed, and upcoming EPA inspections for the million-gallon tank were mentioned. Commendations were given to Scott Baum and Paul Skowron for their community contributions. A burn ban status was updated, and park maintenance was addressed. The council approved the Metro-Ag Contract for Lime Lagoon Cleanout and adopted new International Building and Residential Codes. Approvals were also granted for a Kone Change Order for the City Hall Elevator. Discussions included a Knox Box Cloud License for the Fire Department, a dump truck for the Water Department, police interceptor utility vehicles, fire hose, and an ordinance authorizing encroachment.

The council discussed recognizing residents who care for their homes through an annual program and focusing on revitalization efforts for the downtown square. The council approved the SCBA Cylinder Purchase for the Fire Department, the Ordinance Authorizing the Sale of Excess Personal Property, and demolition bids for properties on W. Main Street and S Quincy. They also approved a Kone Subcontract Change Order for the City Hall Elevator. Additionally, they approved the Line Laser 3900 Sprayer with Bead Kit for the Street Department.