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Regular Meeting 6-29-2026
Published: Jun 29, 2026
New Hearing Officers Appointed, Solar Power Agreement Authorized
The council approved the appointment of Timothy Gatsa and Zachary Mileus as assistant administrative hearing officers for the city [cite: 285-288]. Separately, a resolution was approved authorizing the execution of a qualifying facilities power purchase agreement with LKCS Inc. and Illinois Municipal Electric Agency (IMEA). This agreement addresses a commercial customer's 212KW solar array, ensuring that excess power is purchased by IMEA at an 'avoided cost' rate rather than the retail rate, preventing the city's ratepayers from subsidizing the array [cite: 295-338].
Cemetery Niches and Landfill Well Project Approved
The council approved a quote from Wsworth for the cemetery, specifically for 156 'by 8 radiused companion niches,' with a 24 to 42-week turnaround time [cite: 65-73]. Additional discussion is planned for the footings and foundation for this project. Separately, a motion was made to approve a change order from GZA for the installation and monitoring of an additional well at the landfill in the amount of $45,000, in accordance with the updated EPA permit requiring three additional wells and monitoring by Q3 [cite: 104-115].
Details Released for Upcoming Fireworks and Holiday Events
Adam, likely a city official, provided an update on upcoming events, including Friday's fireworks, with trolley service running from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM from Fourth and Putnam Street and Fourth and Calhoun [cite: 472-483]. Several food vendors were listed [cite: 487-490], and an alcohol-free fun zone for kids will be available [cite: 491-496]. Live music will be featured at Southshore Boat Club and Riverfront [cite: 497-501]. Jeff and his team are working on the riverfront conditions, which have improved [cite: 503-510]. Additional bus services will be provided due to the holiday, with three total buses running [cite: 511-516]. The band Mod Pow will also be performing [cite: 517-529].
Gearbox Refurbishment and Spare Parts Purchase Approved
The council discussed and approved the refurbishment of unit 3 speed increaser gearbox with DB Santa, with a price range of $58,823 to $328,370 depending on the scope of work needed [cite: 182-208]. A complete replacement would cost approximately $500,000 [cite: 209]. Additionally, the purchase price of spare bearings and seals was adjusted to $47,699 with DB Santis Solo, reflecting a $4,000 material escalation from a previous estimate [cite: 223-233]. These parts will be used to replace those being acquired for unit one speed increaser [cite: 235-239].
Property Variances, Rezoning, and Special Event Permits Approved
The council received communication and approved motions related to several property requests. This includes variances for property at 14point boulevard [cite: 357-360], combining property for zoning purposes and rezoning of pin 1717236003 from R2 single family to B2 neighborhood shopping district for property on Pory Street [cite: 365-375], and a request from Riverfront Bar and Grill for a 1-hour extension of day hours and an increase in the sound limit for outdoor music to 11 p.m. on July 3rd, 2026 [cite: 390-394].
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