Aledo public meetings in 2024

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from October and discuss the design style for the Aledo Downtown Historical Site’s Project and placard. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is primarily for discussion and planning.

• Discussion regarding the Aledo Downtown Historical Site’s Project & Placard Design Style

Aledo City Council

The City Council will hold second readings for the Fiscal Year 2025 municipal budget and the corresponding tax levy. The body is also considering a new hotel and motel room renting tax and a five-year capital improvement program.

• Ordinance No. 19: Municipal Budget for Fiscal Year 2025 (Second Reading)
• Ordinance No. 20: Tax levy for Fiscal Year 2025 (Second Reading)
• Ordinance No. 22: New Hotel and Motel Room Renting Tax (First Reading)
• Memorandum of Understanding with REACH Strategies for $50,000.00 for EV infrastructure
• Resolution No. 30R: Five-Year Capital Improvement Program

The council unanimously adopted the FY2025 municipal budget of $16,712,604 and a tax levy of $547,879. It also approved the five-year capital improvement program totaling $10,115,179. A $50,000 EV infrastructure agreement with REACH Strategies failed on a 3-3 tie vote. A hotel/motel tax ordinance was introduced for first reading.

• Adopted FY2025 budget of $16,712,604 (5-0)
• Adopted tax levy of $547,879 for FY2025 (5-0)
• Approved five-year capital improvement program totaling $10,115,179 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including cemetery transfer and cleaning services contract (5-0)
• Failed to approve $50,000 EV infrastructure MOU with REACH Strategies (3-3)
• Introduced hotel/motel room tax ordinance (first reading, 5% tax effective April 1, 2025)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals met on December 12, 2024, to approve prior meeting minutes and continue discussion of the city's Comprehensive Plan. No public hearings or votes on specific zoning cases were scheduled; the meeting focused on incorporating input from the Plan Commission and outlining next steps for Council adoption.

• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2024 (Smith, Darrell) and November 14, 2024 (Comprehensive Plan meeting)
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan draft, including Plan Commission input and planned recommendation to City Council for adoption

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved amendments to the Future Land Use and Zoning maps, resolving conflicts along Route 17, and approved the Aledo Comprehensive Plan as presented. The item will be moved to the Aledo City Council for formal approval, with adoption expected in January 2025. The board also approved prior meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of 09/12/2024 and 11/14/2024 (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Future Land Use and Zoning maps (6-0)
• Approved Aledo Comprehensive Plan as presented (6-0)
• Moved comprehensive plan to City Council for formal approval (6-0)

Finance Committee

The Aledo Finance Committee is discussing a proposed ordinance that would add a new chapter to the city code imposing a hotel and motel room renting tax. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural (roll call, minutes, public comment, and adjournment).

• Discussion of Ordinance Amending Title 13 to add Chapter 17 imposing a Hotel and Motel Room Renting Tax

The Finance Committee voted 3-0 to approve an ordinance imposing a hotel/motel room renting tax of up to 5% on overnight rentals, and moved it to the City Council for formal approval. The tax would be collected by operators and remitted monthly, with revenues restricted by statute to promoting tourism and attracting nonresident visitors. The committee also discussed a potential 1% grocery tax, but took no action, scheduling further discussion for late January 2025.

• Approved hotel/motel tax ordinance (3-0)
• Moved hotel/motel tax ordinance to City Council for formal approval
• Tabled grocery tax discussion until late January 2025

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a public hearing on the estimated FY2025 budget and tax levy, then consider first readings of ordinances adopting the budget and levying taxes. Also on the agenda are a first reading to amend cemetery fees and a resolution approving a Mercer County Animal Control Agreement for $14,386.68. The meeting includes a consent agenda and a closed session to review executive session minutes and discuss personnel.

• Public hearing on estimated FY2025 budget and tax levy
• Ordinance No. 19, Series of 2024: adopting FY2025 municipal budget (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 20, Series of 2024: levying taxes for FY2025 (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 21, Series of 2024: amending cemetery fees (first reading)
• Resolution No. 29R, Series of 2024: Mercer County Animal Control Agreement for $14,386.68

Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee

The Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee will meet to discuss status updates for two construction projects. The meeting also includes a period for public comment and the approval of previous minutes.

• Status update on SW/NW 9th Avenue Multi-Use Pathway Construction Project
• Status update on SE 6th Street Safe Routes to School sidewalk construction

Cemetery and Cable TV Committee

The Cemetery and Cable TV Committee will discuss digital mapping software for the Aledo Cemetery and potential changes to Section 8-1-3 of the city code regarding opening/closing fees for ashes on Saturdays and holidays. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Discussion of digital mapping software for Aledo Cemetery
• Discussion of amending Section 8-1-3 regarding ashes opening/closing fees for Saturday and holidays

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will meet on November 18, 2024, to act on a consent agenda that includes approval of prior meeting minutes, payment of invoices, and acceptance of Noel Bush's resignation as Ward III Alderman. No other action items or new business are listed; a closed session is scheduled. The agenda is largely routine and procedural.

• Acceptance of resignation of Ward III Alderman Noel Bush effective November 5, 2024
• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of invoice listing AP21
• Council to meet in closed session (topic not specified)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss and review a draft update to the city's 2001 Comprehensive Plan, presented by Denise Bulat of the Bi-State Regional Commission. The board will review plan goals and strategies, seek input on future community facilities, recreation, and land use for industrial, commercial, housing, and recreation development. A public hearing will be required before adoption by the City Council.

• Update of the 2001 Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion of plan goals and strategies
• Input sought on future community facilities and services
• Input sought on future recreation and open space improvements
• Input sought on future land use for industrial, commercial, housing, and recreation

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold its regular meeting and committee of the whole. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, finance, appointment of a new Parks & Recreation Director, rescheduling a meeting, a social media policy, two special event permits, and a second reading of an ordinance regulating peddlers. An action item authorizes up to $19,940.40 for residential water meters and accessories. The council will also discuss new business and may hold a closed session.

• Appointment of Troy Blaser as Parks & Recreation Director effective January 2, 2025
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 17 amending regulation of peddlers and itinerant merchants
• Resolution 28R authorizing purchase of residential water meters and accessories up to $19,940.40
• Special event: Aledo Holly Days Electric Parade on December 6, 2024
• Special event: Hot Chocolate Hustle 5k on December 7, 2024

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 21, 2024. Agenda items include a liquor license request from Aledo Opera House, first readings of ordinances amending peddler regulations and creating a seventh class of liquor license, and a resolution to approve an engineering services agreement for SW 6th Street sidewalk improvements. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for minutes and finance invoices.

• Request for liquor license by Aledo Opera House, Inc.
• Ordinance No. 17, Series of 2024 – amending regulations for peddlers and itinerant merchants (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 18, Series of 2024 – creating a seventh class "C" liquor license (first reading)
• Resolution No. 27R, Series of 2024 – approving engineering agreement with Hutchison Engineering for Phase I & II of SW 6th Street Safe Routes to School Sidewalk
• Consent agenda: approval of October 7, 2024 minutes and invoice listing AP19

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to review and discuss status updates on two projects: an Aledo Downtown Historical Site’s Project and the Looser-Flake Charitable Foundation Creative Arts Grant Award, and the Soldier’s & Sailor’s Memorial Interpretive Panels Reveal Ceremony. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 25, 2024, and public comment. No new business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Status update on Aledo Downtown Historical Site’s Project and Looser-Flake Charitable Foundation Creative Arts Grant Award
• Status update on Soldier’s & Sailor’s Memorial at Monument Park Interpretive Panels Reveal Ceremony
• Approval of minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for December 10, 2024

Aledo City Council

The City Council will vote on the purchase of gas meters and the designation of city fund depositories. The body will also discuss the vacation of the 100 block of SE 14th Street for high school expansion and regulations for food trucks and carts.

• Resolution No. 26R: Purchase of residential gas meters and accessories not to exceed $19,930.85
• Ordinance No. 16: Designating depositories for city funds (First Reading)
• Proposed vacation of the 100 Block of SE 14th Street to Mercer County School District #404
• Approval of LIHEAP program effective October 07, 2024 through June 30, 2027
• Special Event: Veterans Day Parade on November 11, 2024

Ordinance Committee

The Aledo Ordinance Committee is meeting to discuss several ongoing items, including adoption of 2021 building codes, police department personnel, and community service officer hours. New business includes a discussion on regulating yard/garage sales. All items are for discussion only; no votes are scheduled.

• Discussion on adopting 2021 building codes (status update)
• Discussion on Aledo Police Department personnel (status update)
• Discussion on community service officer hours (status update)
• Discussion on ordinance adding hotel/motel room renting tax (status update)
• Discussion on ordinance regulating yard/garage sales

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a regular meeting including a public hearing and first reading of Ordinance No. 15, Series of 2025, which would approve a setback variance and right-of-way encroachment agreement for property at 510 SW 6th Avenue. The consent agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, a release of a deed restriction from 1971 between the city and the Aledo Park District, appointment of Rusty Smet to the Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Commission, sale of a 1994 O'Brien Sewer Jeter to the village of Joy for $1,500, and approval of the Mercer County High School Homecoming Parade on October 3. The meeting also includes a Committee of the Whole session beforehand and a possible closed session.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 15, Series of 2025 for a setback variance and right-of-way encroachment at 510 SW 6th Avenue
• Release of a deed restriction from May 17, 1971 between the City of Aledo and the Aledo Park District (consent agenda)
• Appointment of Rusty Smet to the Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Commission (consent agenda)
• Sale of surplus property: a 1994 O'Brien Sewer Jeter and equipment to the village of Joy for $1,500 (consent agenda)
• Approval of Mercer County High School Homecoming Parade on October 3, 2024 at 6:00 PM in downtown Aledo (consent agenda)

The Aledo City Council approved a setback variance and right-of-way encroachment agreement for a property at 510 SW 6th Avenue, allowing construction of a 16'1" x 21' deck. The consent agenda was approved, including the sale of surplus property and appointment of Rusty Smet to the Zoning Board. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, invoice listing AP17, deed restriction release, appointment of Rusty Smet, sale of surplus sewer jeter to village of Joy for $1,500, and special event for MCHS Homecoming Parade (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 15 approving setback variance and right-of-way encroachment agreement for 510 SW 6th Avenue (7-0)
• Waived second reading for Ordinance No. 15 (7-0)

Aledo City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially approve a resolution regarding the FY25 OSLAD Grant Program. This action pertains to Phase II of the Aledo Aquatics Center Project.

• Resolution No. 25R, Series of 2024: Participation in FY25 OSLAD Grant Program for Aledo Aquatics Center Project Phase II

The Aledo City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 25R, Series of 2024, supporting participation in the FY25 OSLAD Grant Program for Phase II of the Aledo Aquatics Center Project. The resolution authorizes the city to seek an additional $600,000 in grant funding, with a matching $600,000 from pledges, to help complete the project estimated at $7.6 million. The council also discussed plans to issue pledge-backed bonds in October, with issuance expected around spring 2025.

• Approved Resolution No. 25R supporting FY25 OSLAD grant application for Aquatics Center Phase II (8-0)

Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee

The Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee will hear a status update on the SW/NW 9th Avenue Multi-Use Pathway Construction Project and discuss site development for Lot 18 in Sponsler Manor Third Addition. No votes or decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Status update on SW/NW 9th Avenue Multi-Use Pathway Construction Project
• Discussion of Lot 18, Sponsler Manor Third Addition site development
• Approval of minutes from June 27, 2024 meeting

The committee discussed two options for the SW/NW 9th Avenue multi-use path to address Riddell Roofing's parking concerns but made no final decision. Staff will obtain cost estimates for both options and return for further discussion. The committee also discussed options to resolve encroachments on Lot 18 in Sponsler Manor, with the mayor and DPW planning to meet with property owners.

• Approved minutes of June 27, 2024 (unanimous)
• Discussed path options A and B; no decision made, staff to get estimates
• Discussed Lot 18 encroachments; no decision, mayor to meet with property owners

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a regular meeting including a consent agenda and action items. Key decisions include first readings of two setback variance ordinances (605 NW 3rd Street and 108 SE 8th Street) and a resolution authorizing a $22,400 sanitary sewer cleaning contract on SE 3rd Street/State Highway 94. The consent agenda covers approval of minutes, a finance listing, hiring a Director of Finance, creating a Director of Parks & Recreation position, and a memorandum of understanding with the Mercer County YMCA.

• First reading of Ordinance 13 (setback variance for 605 NW 3rd St)
• First reading of Ordinance 14 (setback variance for 108 SE 8th St)
• Resolution 24R: $22,400 sanitary sewer cleaning and inspection on SE 3rd St/State Highway 94
• Consent item: Hiring Marisa Barrett as Director of Finance effective September 16
• Consent item: Memorandum of Understanding with Mercer County Family YMCA

The Aledo City Council approved two setback variances for garage and home additions, a $22,400 sewer cleaning contract, and a memorandum of understanding with the YMCA. All votes were unanimous (6-0). The council also discussed a potential gaming facility but took no action.

• Approved setback variance for 605 NW 3rd St (9' reduction, 6-0)
• Approved setback variance for 108 SE 8th St (10' reduction, 6-0)
• Approved $22,400 sewer cleaning contract with Advanced Plumbing & Mechanical (6-0)
• Approved MOU with Mercer County Family YMCA for Aquatic Center operations (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including hiring of Finance Director and Parks & Recreation Director (6-0)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a regular meeting including a consent agenda and action items. Key decisions include hiring two new police officers, approving a $4,541.25 sponsorship for Mercer County Better Together, and a first reading to sell a surplus sewer jetter. A resolution to replace a faulty flow meter at up to $11,590 is also on the agenda.

• Hiring of Jaydon A. Brown as Aledo Police Officer effective August 26, 2024
• Hiring of BreAnna S. Wakeland as Aledo Police Officer effective August 26, 2024
• City sponsorship to Mercer County Better Together in the amount of $4,541.25 for FY 2024
• First reading of Ordinance No. 12, Series of 2024 authorizing sale of a 1994 O'Brien Sewer Jetter
• Resolution No. 23R, Series of 2024 approving replacement of faulty flow meter not to exceed $11,590

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Aledo Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and consider two requests for reductions to the front-line setback requirement. Both petitions seek to reduce the required setback from 60 feet from the centerline or 25 feet from the right-of-way under Title 10 Chapter 10-10-1 of the city code.

• Public hearing: Case 2024-02 — Eric & Daphney Long request a 15-foot setback reduction
• Public hearing: Case 2024-03 — Sandra Campbell / Campbell Living Trust requests a 9-foot setback reduction
• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2024
• Both petitions involve properties in the Willits & Thompson Addition
• Meeting location: Council Chambers, 120 N College Avenue, Aledo

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will consider a consent agenda including approval of minutes, an invoice listing, and the resignation of a police officer. Action items include awarding a contract for the Sponsler Manor Subdivision Grading Package to Miller Trucking & Excavating for $415,897 and approving an STS Service Agreement with ANR Pipeline Company.

• Resolution No. 21R accepting bid and awarding $415,897 contract for Sponsler Manor Subdivision Grading Package to Miller Trucking & Excavating
• Resolution No. 22R approving an STS Service Agreement between the City and ANR Pipeline Company
• Approval of the resignation of Christian Williams as an Aledo Police Officer effective August 8, 2024
• Consent agenda includes approval of minutes from July 8 and July 15, 2024 meetings
• Approval of Finance: Invoice Listing – AP14

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a regular meeting on July 15, 2024, preceded by a Committee of the Whole. Action items include resolutions to approve an engineering services agreement with Hutchison Engineering for Phase III of the SE 6th Street Safe Routes to School sidewalk, a joint funding agreement for federally funded construction for the same project, and a waiver of certain utility connection fees. The agenda also includes the F/Y 2023 Financial Audit Report and a Liquor Commissioner's Report.

• F/Y 2023 Financial Audit Report presented by Finance Director and Odoni Partners
• Resolution No. 18R approving engineering agreement with Hutchison Engineering for SE 6th Street Safe Routes to School sidewalk Phase III
• Resolution No. 19R approving joint funding agreement for federally funded construction for SE 6th Street Safe Routes to School
• Resolution No. 20R approving waiver of certain utility connection fees
• Liquor Commissioner’s Report for July 1, 2024

Aledo City Council

The council will consider approving the 2024 City of Aledo Employee Handbook. The agenda also includes a second reading for an ordinance regarding yard waste and commercial tree waste dumping fees.

• Approval of Resolution No. 17R (2024 City Employee Handbook)
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 11 regarding yard waste and commercial tree waste dumping fees
• Approval of June 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee

The committee will receive status updates on the SE 2nd Avenue Reconstruction Project and Sponsler Manor 3rd Addition development. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a driveway request for the 1100 block of SE 5th Avenue and the vacation of the former Route 17 / 94 right-of-way.

• SE 2nd Avenue Reconstruction Project status update
• Sponsler Manor 3rd Addition Site Development status update
• Driveway request for 1100 Block of SE 5th Avenue
• Vacation of the Former Route 17 / 94 Right-of-Way
• Memorial Concrete Flower Planters discussion

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss a project for an Aledo Downtown Historical Site and receive a status update on the Soldier’s & Sailor’s Memorial interpretive panels at Monument Park. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a Looser-Flake Charitable Foundation Creative Arts Grant.

• Aledo Downtown Historical Site Project discussion
• Soldier’s & Sailor’s Memorial at Monument Park interpretive panels status update
• Looser-Flake Charitable Foundation Creative Arts Grant discussion
• Approval of March 26, 2024 minutes

Tax Increment Financing Committee

The TIF Committee will discuss possible incentives for potential homeowners in the Sponsler Manor Third Addition. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from March 11, 2024.

• Discussion of possible incentives for potential homeowners in the Sponsler Manor Third Addition
• Approval of minutes from March 11, 2024

Personnel Committee

The Aledo Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss proposed changes to the city's employee handbook. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the April 22, 2024, joint meeting.

• Review of changes to the Employee Handbook
• Approval of minutes from the April 22, 2024, joint meeting

Aledo City Council

The council will hold a first reading of an ordinance regarding yard waste and commercial tree waste dumping fees. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from June 3, 2024, and finance invoice listings.

• First reading of Ordinance #11 Series of 2024 regarding yard waste and commercial tree waste dumping fees
• Approval of June 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of finance invoice listing AP11

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council is meeting on June 3, 2024, to handle routine business, including approving minutes, invoices, and a United Way project, and to swear in a new part-time police officer. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed. A proclamation declaring June 2024 as Darlene Johnson Month is also scheduled.

• Approval of hiring part-time Police Officer Thomas Smith, effective June 4, 2024
• Swearing-in ceremony for Aledo Police Officer Thomas Smith
• Approval of Finance: Invoice Listing – AP10
• Approval of a motion for the Mercer County Family YMCA Born Learning Path (United Way)
• Proclamation – Darlene Johnson Month – June 2024

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will vote on routine items including minutes, an invoice listing, a special event permit for the Aledo Rhubarb Run 5K, and hiring a water/wastewater worker. Action items include appointing the Aledo Civic Center Authority Board and approving a professional services agreement with Hutchison Engineering for a preliminary plat and mass grading plan for Sponsler Manor Third Addition, not to exceed $32,000. The agenda is largely procedural with one notable contract approval.

• Resolution 15R: appointing Aledo Civic Center Authority Board
• Resolution 16R: Hutchison Engineering agreement for Sponsler Manor Third Addition preliminary plat & mass grading, up to $32,000
• Special event permit: Aledo Rhubarb Run 5K on June 8, 8:00 a.m.
• Hiring Jacob Fobert as Water/Wastewater Worker effective May 28, 2024
• Consent agenda: minutes of May 6, 2024 and invoice listing AP09

Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee

The Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee is meeting to discuss status updates on the SE 2nd Avenue Reconstruction Project and the Sponsler Manor 3rd Addition Site Development, plus a proposed fee structure for commercial use of the City Landscape Waste Site. The agenda includes approval of minutes from February 12, 2024, and public comment.

• Discussion: SE 2nd Avenue Reconstruction Project status update
• Discussion: Sponsler Manor 3rd Addition Site Development status update
• Discussion: Fee structure for commercial purposes at City Landscape Waste Site
• Approval of minutes from 02/12/2024

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will consider routine consent items, including hiring a new police officer, a comprehensive plan agreement, and a mural license. They will also vote on resolutions to revoke police benevolent association license agreements and approve retention and signing bonuses for police officers. A swearing-in ceremony for the new officer is scheduled.

• Hiring of Jade Ford as Aledo Police Officer
• Agreement with Bi-State Regional Commission for comprehensive plan
• Mural license agreement with 110 S College, LLC
• Resolution 13R: Revoking license agreements with Aledo Police Benevolent Association
• Resolution 14R: Approving retention and signing bonuses for police officers

Ordinance Committee

The Aledo Ordinance and Police Committee will meet to discuss several items, including the adoption of 2021 building codes, an intergovernmental agreement for ordinance hearings with Viola and New Windsor, Central Park facility fees for non-profits, and hiring incentives for police officers. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Discussion on adoption of 2021 Building Codes
• Intergovernmental agreement with Viola and New Windsor for ordinance hearings
• Central Park facility fees for non-profits
• Hiring incentives for Aledo police officers

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council is meeting to act on a consent agenda that includes a second reading of a liquor license ordinance amendment, a right-of-way dedication ordinance, a police officer sign-on bonus, and approval of street closures for the Rhubarb Festival. The agenda also includes public comment, administrative reports, and a closed session, with no separate action items listed for open discussion.

• Ordinance No. 09, Series of 2024: Amending Title 3, Chapter 2, Section 8 of the City Code Regulating Liquor Licenses (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 10, Series of 2024: Dedication of right-of-way for city property adjacent to S.E. 2nd Street (second reading)
• Approval of a sign-on bonus for Aledo Police Department new and lateral police officer hires
• Special event/street closure for Rhubarb Festival on June 7-8
• Appointment of Mark Friese to the Historic Preservation Commission

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will vote on a consent agenda including the vacation of part of SE 2nd Avenue and an adjacent alley, and an ordinance amending delinquent water and sewer payment rules. They will also hold first readings on ordinances about delinquent gas payments, liquor license regulations, and dedicating right-of-way for city property near S.E. 2nd Street. Discussions are scheduled on vacating old Route 17 property to Community Bible Fellowship Church and adding pavers and sidewalk for the Aledo Opera House.

• Vacation of part of SE 2nd Avenue and adjacent alley (Ordinance No. 03, second reading)
• Amending delinquent water and sewer payment rules (Ordinance No. 05, second reading)
• First reading: delinquent gas payment rules (Ordinance No. 08)
• First reading: liquor license regulations (Ordinance No. 09)
• Discussion: vacation of old Route 17 property to Community Bible Fellowship Church

Historic Preservation Commission

The Aledo Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from July 2023, hear public comment, and discuss two old business items: a downtown historical site project and a status update on interpretive panels at the Soldier's & Sailor's Memorial at Monument Park. No new business is listed. The next meeting is scheduled for June 18, 2024.

• Discussion of an Aledo Downtown Historical Site's Project
• Status update on Soldier's & Sailor's Memorial at Monument Park interpretive panels
• Approval of minutes from 07/25/2023
• Public comment period
• Next meeting set for Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 6:00 pm

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold its regular meeting, preceded by a Committee of the Whole. The agenda includes consent items such as approving the 2024 official zoning map, sponsorships, and a police officer resignation, as well as first readings of ordinances on street vacation, a TIF redevelopment agreement, delinquent water payments, and equipment purchases. The council will also consider a resolution on affordable housing and hear reports from committees and the mayor.

• Ordinance No. 02: Approving Official Zoning Map for 2024 (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 04: TIF redevelopment agreement with RTN Properties, LLC and Ryan Newswander (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 05: Amending delinquent water and sewer payment rules (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 06: Authorizing purchase of John Deere X730 mower and sale of surplus property (first reading)
• Sponsorships: $2,000 to Mercer County Agricultural Society plus July utility fees, and $5,000 to Mercer County Family Crisis Center

Water, Sewer, and Storm Drain Committee

The Water, Sewer, and Storm Drain Committee will meet to discuss updates on amending city code regarding water and sewer reconnection fees and a proposal for sanitary sewer main cleaning and inspection on SE 2nd Avenue. The meeting includes roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• Discussion on amendment to City Code Title 8, Chapter 6, Section 8 regarding water and sewer reconnection and administrative fees
• Status update on proposal for sanitary sewer main cleaning and inspection on SE 2nd Avenue from SE 3rd Street to SE 15th Street

Tax Increment Financing Committee

The Aledo Tax Increment Financing Committee is meeting to discuss a TIF application from RTN Properties, LLC for property at 709-713 SW 3rd Street. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes from the previous meeting, and public comment. No new business items are listed.

• Discussion of TIF application by RTN Properties, LLC for 709-713 SW 3rd Street
• Approval of minutes from 02/26/2024 meeting
• Public comment period with 5-minute speaker limit

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 4, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. The council will consider several action items, including approving the 2024 official zoning map, software upgrades for gas and water metering, and adopting the 2023 Mercer County Multi-Jurisdictional Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan. They will also discuss a potential ordinance to vacate an alley between SE 2nd Avenue and SE 3rd Avenue, and consider a sponsorship request for the Mercer County Fair.

• Ordinance No. 02, Series of 2024: Approving Official Zoning Map for 2024 (first reading)
• Resolution No. 09R: Gas & Water Metering System Software Upgrade for $11,050.00
• Resolution No. 10R: Billing Software Upgrade for Gas & Water Meter System for $4,960.00, plus $750.00 annual maintenance
• Resolution No. 11R: Adopting 2023 Mercer County Multi-Jurisdictional Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan
• Discussion on vacating alley between SE 2nd Avenue & SE 3rd Avenue

Water, Sewer, and Storm Drain Committee

The Water, Sewer, and Storm Drain Committee will discuss amending city code regarding water and sewer reconnection and other administrative fees, and review provisions for water and sewer rates for park districts and religious organizations. They will also receive a status update on the sanitary sewer main cleaning and inspection project on SE 2nd Avenue from SE 3rd to SE 15th Street. The meeting includes roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• Discussion on amending Title 8, Chapter 6, Section 8 of City Code regarding water and sewer reconnection and other administrative fees
• Review of Title 8, Chapter 6, Section 8(9) regarding water and sewer rates for park districts and religious organizations
• Status update on sanitary sewer main cleaning and inspection on SE 2nd Avenue from SE 3rd Street to SE 15th Street

Tax Increment Financing Committee

The Aledo Tax Increment Financing Committee is meeting to discuss a TIF application from RTN Properties, LLC for property at 709-713 SE 3rd Street. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes from May 2023, public comment, and the TIF discussion as new business.

• Discussion of TIF application by RTN Properties, LLC for 709-713 SE 3rd Street

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will consider awarding a $3,077,258.30 contract for the 2nd Avenue and 2nd Street City Parking Lot Streetscape Project to Centennial Contractors, and approve a sewer main cleaning proposal not to exceed $11,500. The consent agenda includes a road closure for an Operation Prom Crash Re-Enactment on Fenton Park Road. The meeting also includes public comment, reports, and a closed session.

• Resolution 07R: Award $3,077,258.30 contract to Centennial Contractors for 2nd Avenue and 2nd Street parking lot streetscape
• Resolution 08R: Approve sanitary sewer main cleaning and inspection proposal up to $11,500
• Road closure of Fenton Park Road on April 18, 7 a.m.–2 p.m. for Operation Prom Crash Re-Enactment
• Aledo Main Street 2023 annual report
• Public Property, Streets & Sidewalks Committee report from February 12

Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee

The Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee will meet to discuss several infrastructure items, including the SE 2nd Avenue Reconstruction Project and a potential traffic light at SE 3rd Street and 6th Avenue. They will also receive status updates on the Sponsler Manor 3rd Addition site development and the city landscape waste site. The agenda includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• Discussion: SE 2nd Avenue Reconstruction Project
• Discussion: Traffic light at SE 3rd Street and 6th Avenue
• Status update: Sponsler Manor 3rd Addition Site Development
• Status update: City Landscape Waste site

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will vote on several action items, including approving a quote for a new IP phone system from Tri-City Electric Company and a service agreement for water and sewer system operation. The consent agenda includes hiring a part-time police officer, approving minutes and invoices, and a $1,500 city sponsorship for the Bear Country Wrestling Tournament. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Resolution 05R: Approving quote for purchase and installation of IP Phone System from Tri-City Electric Company
• Resolution 06R: Approving Operation and Maintenance Service Agreement and Certified Water System Operator Contract for water and sewer systems
• Hiring Andrew Davis as part-time Aledo Police Department officer effective February 6, 2024
• City sponsorship of $1,500 for Mercer County Athletic Boosters Bear Country Wrestling Tournament
• Approval of minutes from January 16, 2024, and invoice listing AP02

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council is holding a regular meeting on January 16, 2024, with a consent agenda and a key action item: a resolution to approve the Countryview Villas preliminary plat. The council will also discuss the SE 2nd Avenue Reconstruction Project. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and invoice listing, plus public comment and a possible closed session.

• Resolution No. 04R, Series of 2024: Approving the Countryview Villas Preliminary Plat
• Discussion regarding the SE 2nd Avenue Reconstruction Project
• Consent agenda: Approval of minutes from January 03, 2024, and Finance Invoice Listing AP01
• Public comment period (5-minute limit per speaker)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Aledo Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Case No. 2024-01, a request by MBX2, LLC for approval of a subdivision and preliminary plat, including dimensional variances. The request involves property in the Hidden Valley Subdivision and seeks variances to front and rear setbacks, as well as side and rear setback requirements in the Aledo Code of Ordinances. The board will also consider approval of the minutes from the May 11, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing for Case No. 2024-01 by MBX2, LLC
• Subdivision and preliminary plat approval request
• Variance to front and rear setbacks for Villas at Heritage Woods Subdivision
• Variance to Title 10 Chapter 5 side and rear setbacks
• Variance to Title 10 Chapter 10-10-1 front line setback

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 3, 2024, with a consent agenda that includes hiring a full-time police investigator and approving the police investigator job description. Action items include first reading of a depository ordinance, engaging Odoni Partners for FY2023 audit services, and purchasing police squad car cameras and body-worn cameras from Axon Enterprise, Inc. totaling $113,734.48. The council will also discuss the Aledo Community Improvement Project.

• Hiring Lindsey Kenney as full-time Aledo Police Department Investigator effective January 15, 2024
• Resolution 01R: Engage Odoni Partners, LLC for FY2023 audit services
• Resolution 02R: Purchase police and squad car cameras from Axon Enterprise, Inc. for $49,212.00
• Resolution 03R: Purchase body-worn cameras for Aledo Police Officers from Axon Enterprise, Inc. for $64,522.48
• Ordinance 01, Series 2024: Designating depositories for city funds (first reading)