Aledo public meetings in 2025

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold first‑reading votes on two ordinances, including a downtown Tax Increment Financing redevelopment agreement with Mills Family Properties, LLC. A resolution will grant an animal‑control exception for a property at 602 Southeast 13th Street. Additional items include a setback variance for 205 North College Avenue and an engineering services agreement for the SW/NW 9th Avenue multi‑use pathway.

• Ordinance No. 32 – First reading of Aledo Downtown‑2022 TIF redevelopment agreement with Mills Family Properties, LLC (138 W Main St.)
• Ordinance No. 31 – First reading of setback variance and right‑of‑way license for 205 North College Avenue
• Resolution No. 44R – Exception to Animal Control Ordinance for Adam & Evan Hoke, 602 SE 13th St.
• Resolution No. 45R – Local Public Agency engineering services agreement for Phase III of SW/NW 9th Avenue Multi‑Use Pathway
• Cemetery Transfer petitions – conveyance of specific grave spaces in the Sixth Addition of Aledo Cemetery to private parties

The Aledo City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, an invoice, a schedule notice, the hiring of Nicholas R. Johnson as a police officer, and two cemetery land transfers. The council also waived the second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 31, granting a setback variance and a right‑of‑way license for a multi‑family project at 205 North College Avenue. Nicholas R. Johnson was sworn in as an Aledo Police Officer.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, invoice, schedule, police hire, cemetery transfers) – 7 yeas, 0 nays
• Waived second reading of Ordinance No. 31 – 7 yeas, 0 nays
• Adopted Ordinance No. 31 granting setback variance and right‑of‑way license for 205 N College Ave – 7 yeas, 0 nays
• Sworn in Nicholas R. Johnson as Aledo Police Officer (oath administered)
• Adjourned public hearing on animal‑control exception – unanimous voice vote

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Aledo Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for a property at 205 N College Avenue. The board will also elect a committee chair. The meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2025.

• Public Hearing: Elect ZBA Committee Chair
• Public Hearing: Case No. 2025-01 (Variance request)
• Petitioner: Rock Island Economic Growth Corporation
• Address: 205 N College Avenue, Aledo, IL 61231
• Zoned: R3 Residential District

Tax Increment Financing Committee

The committee will discuss ongoing TIF projects, including the Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition housing development and two commercial façade renovation applications. It will also consider a new TIF application from Mills Family Properties for a property on West Main Street. No decisions are noted; items are presented for discussion.

• Sale of parcels and lot incentives for Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition Phase 1
• Bids for Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition Phase 1
• Commercial façade renovation TIF application by Windborn Initiative, LLC at 112 E Main Street (no status update)
• Commercial façade renovation mural TIF application at 109 SE 2nd Street (no status update)
• New TIF application by Mills Family Properties, LLC for 138 W. Main Street

The committee approved its meeting minutes from 08/11/25 by a 4‑yea vote. It recommended removing two commercial façade renovation TIF applications from the agenda due to lack of applicant action. The committee approved a TIF redevelopment agreement to reimburse up to $10,000 for eligible improvements at 138 W. Main Street, Mills Family Properties.

• Approved TIF Committee minutes (08/11/25) – 4 yeas, 0 nays
• Recommended removal of Windborn Initiative façade TIF application from agenda
• Recommended removal of 109 SE 2nd St. mural façade TIF application from agenda
• Approved TIF redevelopment agreement for Mills Family Properties, reimbursement up to $10,000 – 4 yeas, 0 nays

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes approval of the November 17 minutes, an invoice, and hires for a police officer and parks superintendent. Action items include a second reading of the 2026 municipal budget, a tax levy for fiscal year 2026, and amendments to cemetery fees. The council will also consider a TIF district redevelopment agreement, a purchase of a John Deere wheel loader, a five‑year capital improvement program, and a fireworks show proposal. A closed‑session meeting will review executive session minutes under the Open Meetings Act.

• Ordinance No. 22: Adopt 2026 municipal budget (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 23: Levy taxes for fiscal year 2026 (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 24: Amend cemetery fees in City Code (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 29: Approve TIF district redevelopment agreement with Tyrone & Anne Cutkomp (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 30: Approve purchase of John Deere 524 Wheel Loader (first reading)

The council approved the municipal budget for fiscal year 2026 and the accompanying tax levy of $575,193. It also adopted several ordinance amendments, including a 2% cemetery fee increase, new certified copy fees, and changes to peddler regulations. Additionally, the council authorized a TIF redevelopment agreement with Tyrone Cutkomp and the purchase of a John Deere 524 wheel loader for $127,530.

• Adopted FY 2026 municipal budget of $15,041,575 (7 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved tax levy of $575,193 for FY 2026 (7 yeas, 0 nays)
• Amended cemetery fees to increase 2% effective Jan 1, 2026 (7 yeas, 0 nays)
• Amended certified copy fees to $13 (first copy) and $8 (additional) (7 yeas, 0 nays)
• Amended regulation of peddlers and itinerant merchants (7 yeas, 0 nays)
• Abated 2025 tax levy for 2025 series alternative revenue bonds (7 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved TIF redevelopment agreement with Tyrone Cutkomp (7 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved purchase of John Deere 524 wheel loader with accessories for $127,530 (7 yeas, 0 nays)

Aledo IL America 250 Commission

The Aledo IL America 250 Commission will meet to discuss plans for the 250th anniversary celebration, including a Freedom and Spirit Parade, Liberty Tree, and Liberty & Legacy Festival.

• America 250 T-Shirt Draft Submissions
• Freedom and Spirit Parade
• Liberty Tree
• Liberty & Legacy Festival
• America's Potluck

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the October 29, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. A motion to adjourn the November 24, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved October 29 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Aledo Historic Preservation Commission will approve the prior meeting minutes, hear public comment, and provide a status update on the Aledo Downtown Historical Site placard project. Commissioners will select three new buildings for future placards and review the three currently featured buildings—Cooper, Graham, and Cheers. The meeting will also set the date for the next commission session.

• Approval of minutes from 05/13/25
• Public comment period
• Status update on the downtown placard project
• Selection of three new buildings for placards
• Review of existing placarded buildings: Cooper, Graham, Cheers

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. No public comments were received. Members discussed the upcoming downtown historical sites project, assigning research responsibilities for six buildings to be studied in 2025 and 2026, and considered ideas for walking and virtual tours and future mural work. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Aledo City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and first readings for the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and tax levy. The body will also consider ordinances regarding cemetery fees, peddler regulations, and the purchase of real property for a dog park and vehicle path.

• Public hearing on Estimated F/Y 2026 Budget & Tax Levy
• Ordinance No. 24: Amending Title 13 of the City Code regarding Cemetery Fees
• Ordinance No. 27: Approving purchase of real property for Dog Park and Neighborhood Vehicle Path
• Resolution No. 41R: Mercer County Animal Control Agreement for $14,386.68
• Approval of Holly Days Electric Parade and Hot Chocolate Hustle for December 5-6

The Aledo City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda items. This included the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting, a finance invoice (AP21), and two special events: the Holly Days Electric Parade on December 5 and the Holly Days Hot Chocolate Hustle on December 6, 2025. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 03, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved Finance: Invoice Listing – AP21 (7-0)
• Approved Special Event / Parade: Aledo Main Street Holly Days Electric Parade on Dec 5, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved Special Event / Race / Walk: Holly Days Hot Chocolate Hustle on Dec 6, 2025 (7-0)

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will meet to discuss the potential annexation and rezoning of a new housing development in Mercer Township. The committee will also consider an ordinance to amend the city code regarding hawker and peddler registration.

• Annexation and rezoning discussion for housing development at Pin # 10-10-16-302-004 in Mercer Township
• Proposed amendment to Title 13 of the City Code (Hawker/Peddler Registration: 3-4-2-4)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will consider routine consent‑agenda items, including approval of the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes and a finance invoice (AP20). The council will also vote on Resolution No. 40R, Series of 2025, to approve a consulting agreement with Haven Creative, LLC. A closed‑session meeting is scheduled, but the agenda does not specify its subject.

• Approve minutes of the regular meeting held on October 20, 2025 (consent agenda)
• Approve finance invoice listing – AP20 (consent agenda)
• Resolution No. 40R, Series of 2025 – approve consultant agreement with Haven Creative, LLC
• Closed‑session council meeting (topic not disclosed)

The Aledo City Council approved the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting and a finance invoice listing (AP20) by unanimous vote. The council also approved Resolution 40R, authorizing a consulting agreement with Haven Creative, LLC at $5,450 per month for a 12‑month term with renewal options. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of the October 20, 2025 meeting (8‑0)
• Approved Finance Invoice Listing – AP20 (8‑0)
• Approved Resolution 40R, consulting agreement with Haven Creative, LLC at $5,450 per month (8‑0)

Aledo IL America 250 Commission

The Aledo IL America 250 Commission will approve the minutes from the September 29, 2025 meeting. It will discuss the upcoming Aledo IL America 250 Celebration scheduled for July 4, 2026, and consider the sale of commemorative shirts. The meeting also includes a public comment period and sets the next meeting for November 24, 2025.

• Approve minutes from 9/29/25
• Discuss Aledo IL America 250 Celebration on July 4, 2026
• Discuss sale of commemorative shirts
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for Nov 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM

The commission unanimously approved the September 29, 2025 meeting minutes. No formal decisions were made on the America 250 celebration details discussed. The commission set the next meeting for November 24, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. and tasked members with researching ideas and a timeline for the 2026 event. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved September 29, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Scheduled next meeting for November 24, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.; commission to research ideas and timeline
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals such as meeting minutes, a finance invoice, and a commercial façade renovation program for 101 SW 3rd Street (up to $775). The council will also approve a $5,000 payment to Gail Cooper d/b/a Cooper Flooring Covering and authorize two special events: a church trunk-or-treat on Oct. 31 and the Veterans Day Parade on Nov. 11. Additional items include two cemetery land transfers and four ordinances, including the termination of the Aledo Central Area Tax Increment Financing district.

• Approve Commercial Façade Renovation Program for 101 SW 3rd St, up to $775.00
• Approve payment of $5,000.00 to Gail Cooper d/b/a Cooper Flooring Covering
• Approve Veterans Day Parade scheduled for Nov. 11, 2025 at 10:45 a.m.
• Approve cemetery transfer of Grave Space Six to Sara S. Long, 309 SE 15th St
• Ordinance No. 16: Terminate Aledo Central Area TIF District (Second Reading)

The Aledo City Council unanimously approved a series of consent‑agenda items, including several new ordinances and two cemetery land transfers. It also authorized permits for a Trunk‑or‑Treat event and a Veterans Day parade. The council adopted a commercial façade renovation program and a related payment, and ratified the minutes from the October 6 meeting.

• Approved minutes of the Oct 6, 2025 meeting (5‑0)
• Approved Finance invoice AP19 (5‑0)
• Approved commercial façade renovation program for 101 SW 3rd St up to $775.00 (5‑0)
• Approved payment of $5,000.00 to Gail Cooler d/b/a Cooper Floor Covering (5‑0)
• Approved special event/street closure for Aledo United Methodist Church Trunk‑or‑Treat Oct 31, 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved special event/parade for Veterans Day Nov 11, 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved cemetery transfer of Grave Space 6 to Sara S. Long, 309 SE 15th St (5‑0)
• Approved cemetery transfer of Grave Spaces 7‑8 to Jerry & Gina Bigham, 902 SE 2nd Ave (5‑0)

Water, Sewer, and Storm Drain Committee

The City of Aledo Water, Sewer & Storm Drain Committee meeting scheduled for October 14, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The cancellation notice was issued by City Clerk JatodM. Dale on the same day.

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes routine items such as approval of September minutes, a finance invoice, a drone light show contract, a parks superintendent hire, and a cemetery transfer. The council will take first‑reading action on several ordinances, including termination of the Central Area TIF district, new garage‑sale regulations, parking changes at College and Main, a property sale to Bank Orion, and a police squad vehicle trade‑in. Additional resolutions will authorize purchases of residential gas and water meters, website hosting services, and an underground electrical transmission line agreement worth $15,930. Public comment will follow before the meeting adjourns.

• Resolution No. 36R – agreement for underground electrical transmission lines ($15,930)
• Ordinance No. 20 – approval of sale of property to Bank Orion (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 21 – approval of trade‑in and purchase of police squad vehicle (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 16 – termination of Aledo Central Area TIF district (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 18 – 10‑minute parking at the intersection of College and Main (first reading)

The council voted 7‑1 to approve a $40,000 contract for a 4th of July drone light show. It also approved a cemetery transfer, extended the Central Area TIF district to Dec. 31 2025, and hired a superintendent of parks and recreation. First‑reading ordinances were introduced to terminate the TIF district and to regulate garage sales.

• Approved 4th of July Drone Light Show Contract $40,000 (7 yeas, 1 nay)
• Approved Cemetery Transfer for Lot 121, Grave Spaces 3‑4 (8 yeas, 0 nays)
• Extended Central Area TIF District expiration to Dec. 31 2025 (council approval reported)
• Approved hiring of Superintendent of Parks & Recreation (8 yeas, 0 nays)
• First reading of Ordinance No. 16 to terminate Central Area TIF district (reading scheduled)
• First reading of Ordinance No. 17 adding garage‑sale regulations to city code (reading scheduled)
• Approved minutes of Sep. 15, 2025 regular meeting (motion carried)
• Approved Finance invoice listing – AP18 (motion carried)

Aledo IL America 250 Commission

The Aledo IL America 250 Commission will meet to discuss the celebration scheduled for July 4, 2026. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding the Aledo IL America 250 Celebration for July 4, 2026

The commission members discussed ideas for the July 4, 2026 America 250 event, including a parade, drone show, fireworks, liquor licensing, band performances, food vendors, and kid activities. No formal decisions or approvals were recorded; the discussion was informational only. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will consider several agenda items, including a discussion of a proposed ordinance to create reserved parking for the Northside Lofts development on the south side of NW 2nd Avenue. It will also discuss an ordinance to limit vehicle parking to ten minutes at 105 S College Avenue and a proposal to add a new chapter on yard and garage sales to the City Code. The meeting includes a public comment period and approval of minutes (none).

• Discussion of an ordinance establishing reserved parking for Northside Lofts on the south side of NW 2nd Avenue
• Discussion of an ordinance restricting parking to ten minutes at 105 S College Avenue
• Discussion of an ordinance adding a new chapter to the City Code for yard and garage sales
• Public comment period (max five minutes per speaker)
• Approval of minutes – none to approve

The committee approved a yard‑sale ordinance limiting sales to three consecutive days and forwarded it to the full City Council. It also approved a request for eight reserved parking spaces for Northside Lofts on NW 2nd Avenue and sent the request to the council. Finally, the committee approved two 10‑minute parking stalls on S. College Avenue and moved the item to the council for final approval. All actions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved yard‑sale ordinance limit of three consecutive days, moved to City Council (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved request for eight reserved parking spaces for Northside Lofts on NW 2nd Avenue, moved to City Council (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved two 10‑minute parking stalls on S. College Avenue (9 a.m.–6 p.m.), moved to City Council (unanimous voice vote)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will consider routine consent‑agenda items, including approval of the September 2 meeting minutes, an invoice listing (AP17), and a special event street closure for a Halloween Trunk‑or‑Treat on October 31. The council will also discuss a proposed customized lights drone show with music. A closed‑session meeting is scheduled for undisclosed topics.

• Approval of Special Event / Street Closure: Halloween Trunk-or-Treat, Oct 31, 4:30‑7:00 p.m., North College Avenue between Main Street and NE/NW 3rd Avenue
• Approval of Finance: Invoice Listing – AP17
• Discussion of a Customized Lights Drone Show with Music Integration

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the September 2 meeting, a special event street closure for the Halloween Trunk‑or‑Treat on October 31, and the Finance Invoice Listing AP17. Aldermen also reached consensus to move forward with a $40,000 proposal from Northern Lights Drone Shows for a July 4, 2026 celebration, with formal approval to be taken at the October 6 meeting. The mayor proclaimed October 31, 2025 as the city’s trick‑or‑treat hours. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of the September 2, 2025 meeting (7 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved Halloween Trunk‑or‑Treat street closure Oct 31, 2025, 4:30‑7:00 p.m. on North College Avenue (7 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved Finance Invoice Listing – AP17 (7 yeas, 0 nays)
• Consensus to approve $40,000 Northern Lights Drone Shows proposal for July 4, 2026 celebration (formal resolution pending)
• Mayor proclaimed Oct 31, 2025 as trick‑or‑treat hours citywide
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Aledo City Council

The City Council will vote on the purchase of two 2026 Ford F250 trucks and an agreement for a School Resource Officer. The body is also reviewing several parade permits and a temporary street closure request.

• Purchase of 2026 Ford F250 for Public Works for $70,678.00
• Purchase of 2026 Ford F250 for Public Works for $69,296.70
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Mercer County School District #404 for a School Resource Officer
• City sponsorship for Mercer County Better Together in the amount of $4,541.00
• Temporary street closure at 300 SE 7th Street on September 6th

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including minutes of the August 18 meeting, a finance invoice, an appointment to the Historic Preservation Commission, a $4,541 city sponsorship, two parade events and a temporary street closure. It approved Resolution 33R, purchasing a 2026 Ford F250 from Kunes Auto Group for $69,296.70 with a 5‑yea, 1‑nay vote. It also approved Resolution 34R, an intergovernmental agreement for a school resource officer for three years, by a 6‑yea, 0‑nay vote.

• Approved minutes of August 18, 2025 (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved finance invoice AP16 (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved appointment of Sarah Brown to Historic Preservation Commission (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved city sponsorship to Mercer County Better Together, $4,541.00 (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved Mercer County High School Homecoming Parade, Sep 25, 2025 (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved Mercer County Never Forget parade, Oct 25, 2025 (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved temporary street closure at 300 SE 7th St on Sep 6, 2025 (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Ford F250 for DPW, $69,296.70 (5 yeas, 1 nay)

Aledo City Council

The City Council will vote on several administrative items, including police hiring and TIF funding for a downtown property. The body is also deciding on the purchase of lagoon aerators and a previously tabled request for a Public Works vehicle.

• Commercial Façade Renovation Program for 119 South College Avenue not to exceed $5,000.00
• Purchase of Floating Aerators for the South Lagoon East Cell for $15,800.00
• Purchase of a 2026 Ford F250 for the Department of Public Works for $70,678.00
• Hiring of Trevor Fisk as Community Service Officer and part-time Aledo Police Officer
• Resolution No. 31R rejecting bids for Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition – Phase 1

The council approved the consent agenda, which included the August 4 minutes, an invoice, a $5,000 TIF façade renovation for 119 S College Ave, a resolution releasing closed‑session records, the resignation of Nicholas Blaser, and the hiring and job description for a community service officer. It then unanimously rejected all bids for the Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition Phase 1, citing budget overruns. The council also approved the purchase of three floating aerators for the South Lagoon East Cell at a cost of $15,800. A request to purchase a $70,678 Ford F250 for Public Works was tabled for future consideration.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, invoice, $5,000 TIF façade renovation, resolution 30R, resignation, CSO hire & job description) – 6 yeas, 0 nays
• Rejected all bids for Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition Phase 1 – 6 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved purchase of three floating aerators for South Lagoon East Cell for $15,800 – 6 yeas, 0 nays
• Tabled purchase of a 2026 Ford F250 for Public Works ($70,678) – no vote recorded

Tax Increment Financing Committee

The Tax Increment Financing Committee will discuss the Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition Housing Development, including bids and lot incentives. The body will also review TIF applications for commercial facade renovations at four different properties.

• Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition Housing Development bids and lot incentives
• Commercial Façade Renovation TIF Application: Windborn Inititative, LLC (115 E Main Street)
• Commercial Façade Renovation (Mural) TIF Application (112 E Main Street)
• Commercial Façade Renovation TIF Application: Gail Cooper (119 S College Avenue)
• Commercial Façade Renovation TIF Application: Aledo Lodge #252 (101 SW 3 rd Street)

The TIF Committee approved its August 11 meeting minutes (4‑0). It reached consensus to reject all five bids for the Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition Phase 1, noting the project would exceed the budget and recommending the decision be taken up by the City Council in FY 2026. The committee also gave consensus approval to Gail Cooper’s façade renovation application, moving it to the full City Council for formal approval.

• Approved meeting minutes (4 yeas, 0 nays)
• Rejected all Sponsler Manor Phase 1 bids (consensus)
• Moved Sponsler Manor Phase 1 decision to City Council
• Approved Gail Cooper façade application (consensus) to be sent to Council
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Aledo City Council

The City Council will meet to vote on routine consent items and address tabled business. The agenda includes the purchase of equipment for the Police Department and the Department of Public Works.

• Resolution No. 28R: Purchase of a 2026 Ford F250 for the Department of Public Works for $70,678.00
• Resolution No. 29R: Purchase of Axon 10 Conducted Electrical Weapons for the Police Department
• Approval of Finance: Invoice Listing – AP14

The council adopted the consent agenda, approving the purchase of an Axon 10 Conducted Electrical Weapons system for the police department at a total cost of $55,763.60. The consent agenda also approved the July 21, 2025 meeting minutes and Finance invoice AP14, each with an 8‑yea, 0‑nay vote. A previously tabled resolution to buy a 2026 Ford F250 for Public Works was not acted on and will be revisited later. The council entered a closed session to discuss Open Meetings Act matters and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved purchase of Axon 10 Conducted Electrical Weapons system ($55,763.60 total) (8-0)
• Approved minutes of July 21, 2025 meeting (8-0)
• Approved Finance invoice AP14 (8-0)
• No action on Resolution No. 28R for 2026 Ford F250 purchase (previously tabled)
• Closed session authorized to discuss Open Meetings Act (8-0)
• Meeting adjourned by unanimous voice vote (8-0)

Aledo City Council

The City Council will consider the purchase of a new vehicle and the temporary closure of a state-maintained road for a public event. The body will also act on the resignation of the Park & Recreation Director.

• Purchase of a 2026 Ford F250 Truck for the Department of Public Works for $70,678.00
• Resolution No. 27R: Temporary closure of a state-maintained roadway for a public event
• Acceptance of the resignation of Troy Blaser as Park & Recreation Director
• Presentation by Economic Growth Corp regarding Northside Lofts

The council approved Resolution No. 27R, authorizing the temporary closure of Highway 17 on September 13, 2025 for the Central Park Grooves / Ride 17 Music Festival. It also accepted the resignation of Parks & Recreation Director Troy Blaser effective July 17, 2025. The purchase of a 2026 Ford F250 for the Public Works Department was tabled for further discussion, and the consent agenda items (previous meeting minutes and a finance invoice) were approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda items (July 07, 2025 minutes, Finance invoice AP13) – 8 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved Resolution No. 27R to temporarily close Highway 17 for a music festival – 8 yeas, 0 nays
• Tabled Resolution No. 28R to purchase a 2026 Ford F250 for $70,678 – 8 yeas, 0 nays
• Accepted resignation of Parks & Recreation Director Troy Blaser effective July 17, 2025 – 8 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved motion to adjourn to closed session – 8 yeas, 0 nays

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will consider a first reading of an ordinance to issue general obligation bonds for a new aquatic center. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of the Chief of Police and a financial audit presentation.

• Ordinance No. 15: Issuance of up to $4,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds for the New Aquatic Center Project
• Swearing-in ceremony for Chief of Police Adam Baker
• Street closure request for Aledo Main Street Harvest Hop on September 13th (SE 2nd Street between SE 2nd Avenue and South College Avenue)
• Presentation of F/Y 2024 Financial Audit Report by Marisa Barrett and Odoni Partners, LLC
• Resolution No. 26R: Support of the Illinois America250 Commemoration

The council waived the second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 15, authorizing up to $4 million in general‑obligation bonds to fund the city's new Aquatic Center. The consent agenda items—including approval of the June 16 minutes, an invoice listing, and the Harvest Hop street‑closure request—were also approved. A resolution supporting the Illinois America250 commemoration was adopted, and Chief of Police Adam Baker was sworn in.

• Approved consent agenda items (June 16 minutes, invoice AP12, Harvest Hop street closure) – 5 yeas, 0 nays
• Waived second reading of Ordinance No. 15 (bond authorization) – 5 yeas, 0 nays
• Adopted Ordinance No. 15 authorizing up to $4 M general‑obligation bonds for Aquatic Center – 5 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved Resolution No. 26R supporting Illinois America250 commemoration – 5 yeas, 0 nays
• Administered oath of office to Chief of Police Adam Baker

Aledo City Council

The City Council will consider the appointment of a new police chief and a resolution regarding officer bonuses. The meeting also includes the approval of finance invoices and the acceptance of a resignation.

• Appointment of Adam L. Baker as Chief of Police effective June 28, 2025
• Resignation of Trevor Fisk as Interim Chief of Police effective June 28, 2025
• Resolution No. 25R regarding retention and signing bonuses for police officers
• Approval of Finance Invoice Listing – AP11

The Aledo City Council approved its consent agenda, which included appointing Adam L. Baker as Chief of Police effective June 28, 2025 and accepting the resignation of Interim Chief Trevor Fisk. The Council also adopted Resolution No. 25R, Series of 2025 to clarify retention and signing bonuses for police officers. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes of June 02, 2025 (consent agenda) – 9 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved Finance invoice AP11 (consent agenda) – 9 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved appointment of Adam L. Baker as Chief of Police effective June 28, 2025 – 9 yeas, 0 nays
• Accepted resignation of Interim Chief Trevor Fisk effective June 28, 2025 – 9 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved Resolution No. 25R, Series of 2025 clarifying police retention and signing bonuses – 8 yeas, 0 nays

Aledo City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the sale of general obligation bonds for a new aquatic center. The body is deciding on several contracts for city infrastructure, legal representation, and a preliminary plat approval.

• Contract award to Centennial Contractors, Inc. for the Aledo Aquatic Center Project for $4,736,500.00
• Purchase of splash pad equipment from Vortex Aquatics Structures International for $289,688.25
• Professional services agreement with Stanley Consultants for a water system rate study up to $22,000.00
• Ordinance No. 14 regarding excessive engine braking noise (second reading)
• Approval of the Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition Preliminary Plat

The council awarded a $4,736,500 contract to Centennial Contractors for the Aquatic Center project and approved a $289,688.25 purchase of splash‑pad equipment from Vortex Aquatics. An ordinance adding Section 9‑5‑6 on excessive engine‑braking noise was adopted, and the consent agenda items—including minutes of the May 19 meeting and a finance invoice—were approved. The BINA hearing on the aquatic‑center bond issue was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved $4,736,500 contract with Centennial Contractors for Aquatic Center (7‑0)
• Approved $289,688.25 purchase of splash‑pad equipment from Vortex Aquatics (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 14, Series 2025 adding Section 9‑5‑6 on excessive engine‑braking noise (7‑0)
• Approved minutes of the May 19, 2025 regular meeting (7‑0)
• Approved Finance invoice listing – AP10 (7‑0)
• Adjourned BINA hearing on aquatic‑center bond issuance (unanimous voice vote)

Tax Increment Financing Committee

The Aledo Tax Increment Financing Committee will discuss old and new business related to the Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition housing development. Items include the sale of parcels with existing encroachments, utility and street installation design and timeline, sale of lot incentives for Phase I, and covenants. The committee will also review and approve the preliminary and final plat for the development.

• Discussion on sale of parcels with existing encroachments for Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition
• Design and timeline review for utility and street installation
• Sale of Lot Incentives for Phase I of Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition
• Review and approval of Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition Preliminary & Final Plat

The committee unanimously approved the May 24 TIF meeting minutes. A consensus was reached to price waterfront lots at $50,000 and interior lots at $40,000. The committee agreed to let any realtor sell lots for a flat $1,500 fee. The preliminary and final plat for Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition will be presented to the City Council on June 6.

• Approved May 24 TIF Committee minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Set lot pricing: waterfront $50,000, interior $40,000 (consensus)
• Allowed any realtor to sell lots for a flat $1,500 fee (committee agreement)
• Planned to bring Sponsler Manor Fourth Addition plat to City Council on June 6

Aledo City Council

The City Council will discuss the issuance of general obligation bonds for an aquatic center and a splash pad purchase. The meeting includes votes on grocery retail taxes, EV charging stations, and police equipment.

• Ordinance No. 11: Issuance of General Obligation Bonds up to $4,000,000 for a new Aquatic Center Project
• Ordinance No. 10: Establishing Municipal Grocery Retailers’ and Grocery Service Occupation Taxes
• Resolution No. 13R: Purchase and installation of EV Charging Stations
• Ordinance No. 13: Amending license and registration fees for food trucks and carts
• Resolution No. 14R and 15R: Purchase of police squad vehicle and squad laptop computers

The council approved its consent agenda, including minutes, an invoice, a municipal grocery retailer tax ordinance, purchase of EV charging stations, and a special event parade. It then authorized the issuance of general‑obligation bonds not to exceed $4 million to fund the city's new Aquatic Center, waiving the second reading and adopting the ordinance. The council also approved the vacation of a portion of city‑owned right‑of‑way along Route 17/94 and introduced a first‑reading amendment to food‑truck registration fees.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, invoice, grocery tax ordinance, EV charging stations purchase, parade) – 7 yeas, 0 nays
• Waived second reading for Ordinance No. 11 authorizing up to $4 M bonds for Aquatic Center – 7 yeas, 0 nays
• Adopted Ordinance No. 11 authorizing up to $4 M bonds for Aquatic Center – 7 yeas, 0 nays
• Waived second reading for Ordinance No. 12 vacating right‑of‑way along Route 17/94 – 6 yeas, 0 nays, 1 present
• Adopted Ordinance No. 12 vacating right‑of‑way along Route 17/94 – 6 yeas, 0 nays, 1 present
• Introduced Ordinance No. 13 amending food‑truck registration fees (first reading) – no vote recorded

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss the status of the Aledo Downtown Historical Site's Placard Project and plans for the Soldier & Sailor Memorial Interpretive Panels Dedication Ceremony on May 29, 2025. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is primarily for discussion and updates.

• Discussion of Aledo Downtown Historical Site’s Placard Project status update
• Discussion of Soldier & Sailor Memorial Interpretive Panels Dedication Ceremony (May 29, 2025)
• Approval of minutes from February 11, 2025
• Next meeting set for August 12, 2025

The commission approved the February 11, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote. A motion to adjourn the May 13, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved 02/11/25 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned May 13, 2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the Aledo Aquatics Center Project located at 110 SE 3rd Avenue. The body will also discuss the issuance of General Obligation Bonds Series 2025 to fund the construction of the center.

• Discussion of Aledo Aquatics Center Project at 110 SE 3rd Avenue
• Discussion of General Obligation Bonds (Alternate Revenue Source) Series 2025

Aledo City Council

The City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance to establish municipal grocery retailers' and service occupation taxes. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of newly elected officials and the approval of employment contracts for city administrators.

• Ordinance No. 10: Establishing Municipal Grocery Retailers’ and Grocery Service Occupation Taxes
• Resolution No. 12R: Purchase of surveillance cameras for Water Treatment Plant & Public Works Building
• Employment contracts for City Administrator Michael G. Chausse, Finance Director Marisa M. Barrett, and Director of Public Works & Utilities Justin E. Blaser
• Ordinance No. 11: Designating depositories for City Funds
• Approval of Aledo Rhubarb Festival for June 6 & 7, 2025

The council adopted the consent agenda, approving the April 21 minutes, an invoice list, and the purchase of surveillance cameras (6‑0). A first reading of Ordinance No. 10 establishing a municipal grocery retailers’ occupation tax was approved (no vote recorded). The city also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with AGD Partners, LLC (6‑0) and waived the second reading of Ordinance No. 11 designating city fund depositories (8‑0).

• Approved consent agenda items – minutes, invoice AP08, surveillance cameras (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• First reading of Ordinance No. 10 to impose municipal grocery tax approved (no vote recorded)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with AGD Partners, LLC (6 yeas, 0 nays)
• Waived second reading of Ordinance No. 11 designating depositories for city funds (8 yeas, 0 nays)

Finance Committee

The Aledo Finance Committee, meeting jointly with the Ordinance & Police Committee, will discuss a proposed ordinance to create a new chapter in the city code establishing a Municipal Grocery Retailers’ Occupation Tax and a Municipal Grocery Service Occupation Tax. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment. No other business is on the agenda.

• Discussion of ordinance adding Chapter 18 to Title 3 for a municipal grocery retailers’ occupation tax and a municipal grocery service occupation tax

The committee unanimously approved the Finance Committee minutes from December 9, 2024 and the Ordinance & Police Committee minutes from January 13, 2025. A consensus was voiced to approve the proposed municipal grocery tax ordinance and refer it to the full City Council for formal approval. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved Finance Committee minutes (Dec 9, 2024) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved Ordinance & Police Committee minutes (Jan 13, 2025) – unanimous voice vote
• Consensus to approve municipal grocery tax ordinance and refer it to City Council
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous voice vote

Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee

The Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee will meet to discuss a status update on a REACH Strategies Grant for electric vehicle infrastructure, the installation of a security camera system at city-owned property, and a request for proposals under the Illinois TIF Act. No decisions are scheduled; all items are listed for discussion only.

• Approval of minutes from February 24, 2025 meeting
• Discussion on REACH Strategies Grant for EV vehicle/infrastructure – status update
• Discussion on installation of a security camera system at city-owned property
• Discussion on Request for Proposals under Illinois TIF Act (65 ILCS 5/11-74.4-4(c))

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will convene at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 120 N College Avenue, for a regular meeting. The agenda lists routine items such as approval of minutes and finance invoices, proclamations for the YMCA 2-Ball Tournament champions and Arbor Day, and administrative reports. No major decisions or new business are listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 7, 2025 meeting
• Approval of finance invoice listing AP07
• Proclamation for YMCA 2-Ball Tournament champions
• Proclamation for Arbor Day

The council approved the consent agenda items, including the appointment of the Aledo Civic Center Authority Board, the April 7 meeting minutes, and a finance invoice listing. All consent agenda items passed unanimously (5-0). The council then adjourned the meeting by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved minutes of April 7, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Finance invoice listing AP07 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 11R appointing Aledo Civic Center Authority Board (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Aledo City Council

The City Council will vote on TIF grants for a local business and a facade program. The meeting includes decisions on police department equipment and engineering services for street resurfacing. Members will also discuss regulations for the Aledo Bark Park.

• Ordinance No. 07: $10,000 TIF Grant to Smith’s Custom Meats and Deer Processing, Inc.
• Ordinance No. 08: $15,000 TIF Façade Program
• Resolution No. 10R: $19,963.00 for Police Department radios
• Resolution No. 09R: Engineering Services Agreement with Hutchison Engineering for 2025 MFT Street Resurfacing Project
• Ordinance No. 09: New regulations for the Aledo Bark Park

The council approved several consent‑agenda items, including the March 17 meeting minutes, a finance invoice, a FOIA deputy appointment, the retirement of Officer Clifford Adam, a status change for Officer Thomas Smith, and a cemetery‑space transfer, all by a 6‑0 vote. The council also approved a $10,000 Tax Increment Financing grant to Smith’s Custom Meats and Deer Processing for a downtown renovation project, waiving the second reading and adopting the ordinance with a unanimous 6‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, finance invoice, FOIA deputy, officer retirement, officer status change, cemetery transfer) – 6 yeas, 0 nays
• Waived second reading for TIF grant ordinance – 6 yeas, 0 nays
• Adopted TIF grant ordinance approving $10,000 to Smith’s Custom Meats – 6 yeas, 0 nays

Tax Increment Financing Committee

The Tax Increment Financing Committee will discuss old business regarding the Sponsler Manor Third Addition housing development, including parcel sales with encroachments and lot incentives. New business includes a discussion on the FY2025 Commercial Façade Renovation Program and a TIF application from Smith's Custom Meats & Deer Processing, Inc. for property at 303 SW 3rd Street. All items are for discussion only; no votes are scheduled.

• Discussion on sale of parcels with existing encroachments for Sponsler Manor Third Addition
• Sale of lot incentives for Phase I of Sponsler Manor development
• Discussion on FY2025 Commercial Façade Renovation Program
• TIF application for Smith's Custom Meats & Deer Processing, Inc. at 303 SW 3rd Street

The Tax Increment Financing Committee approved the FY2025 commercial façade renovation program, allocating $25,000 and recommending no dollar limit, by unanimous voice vote. The approval will be sent to the City Council as an action item for final approval on April 7, 2025. The committee also agreed to move forward with a TIF boundary map amendment for Lot 18 at Sponsler Manor, based on a $1,560 estimate and a total cost of $1,810.

• Approved FY2025 commercial façade renovation program (unanimous voice vote)
• Set program budget at $25,000 and recommended no dollar limit
• Forwarded program approval to City Council for final action on April 7, 2025
• Reached consensus to proceed with TIF boundary map amendment for Lot 18
• Noted estimate of $1,560 for TIF boundary map and legal description update
• Approved total cost of $1,810 for boundary amendment work (map, legal description, publication, postage)
• Administrator to draft covenants for Sponsler Manor additions and present to committee
• DPW to complete preliminary utility and street plans for Phase I by end of next week

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes hiring Dawn Morrison as the Police Chief's Administrative Assistant, approving a sidewalk and curb repair contract for $11,914, and authorizing sponsorships of up to $5,000 for the Mercer County Family Crisis Center and up to $3,000 for the Mercer County Fair. The council will also hear a request for a street closure and sponsorship from the Crisis Center, as well as a street dance closure request from Saucy's Bar. Administrative reports and public comment are scheduled.

• Hiring of Dawn Morrison as Police Chief's Administrative Assistant effective April 1, 2025
• Sidewalk and curb repair at 100 block of SE 2nd Avenue by Estes Construction for $11,914
• City sponsorship for Mercer County Family Crisis Center up to $5,000
• City sponsorship for Mercer County Agricultural Society for 2025 Fair up to $3,000
• Approval of street closures for Champions 4 Children event (May 3) and Saucy's Bar street dance (June 6)

The Aledo City Council approved the consent agenda, including sponsorships for the Mercer County Fair and Family Crisis Center, a race/walk event, hiring a police administrative assistant, and sidewalk repairs. The street dance request for Saucy's Bar was tabled pending additional security and bathroom information.

• Approved consent agenda items (6-0)
• Approved $3,000 sponsorship for Mercer County Agricultural Society
• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for Mercer County Family Crisis Center
• Approved Champions 4 Children race/walk event on May 3
• Approved hiring Dawn Morrison as Police Chief's Administrative Assistant
• Approved $11,914 sidewalk and curb repair on SE 2nd Avenue
• Tabled Saucy's Bar street dance request (6-0)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 3, 2025. Action items include a vote on Resolution No. 8R approving the Countryview Villas Preliminary and Final Plat. The consent agenda includes the second reading of Ordinance No. 06 approving the Official Zoning Map for 2025. Additionally, the council will hear a request from Rita Williams for city sponsorship of the Mercer County Fair.

• Resolution No. 8R approving Countryview Villas Preliminary and Final Plat
• Ordinance No. 06, Series of 2025 approving Official Zoning Map for 2025 (Second Reading)
• Request from Rita Williams, Mercer County Agricultural Society, for city sponsorship of the Mercer County Fair and July Utility Bill
• Approval of minutes from February 18, 2025 meeting and invoice listing AP04
• Report from the Public Property, Streets & Sidewalks Committee meeting held February 24, 2025

The Aledo City Council approved Resolution No. 08R approving the Countryview Villas Preliminary and Final Plat (7-0), and the consent agenda including minutes, invoice listing, and the 2025 Official Zoning Map. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussion only.

• Approved Resolution No. 08R, Countryview Villas Preliminary and Final Plat (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda: minutes of Feb 18, 2025, invoice listing AP04, and Ordinance No. 06 (2025) Official Zoning Map (7-0)

Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee

The Public Property, Streets, & Sidewalk Committee will review status updates for two ongoing construction projects. The body will also discuss a motor fuel tax project and a grant for electric vehicle infrastructure.

• SW/NW 9th Avenue Multi-Use Pathway Construction Project status update
• SW 6th Street Safe Routes to School Project status update
• Northwest Quadrant Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) Project
• REACH Strategies Grant for EV Vehicle or EV Infrastructure

The Public Property, Streets & Sidewalks Committee recommended approval of a 22-block asphalt overlay project for the Northwest Quadrant, funded by Motor Fuel Tax dollars. The item will go to the full City Council for final approval. The committee also discussed the $50,000 REACH grant for EV infrastructure but took no action, deferring further discussion to a later date.

• Approved minutes of joint Public Property, Streets & Sidewalks and TIF Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of NW Quadrant MFT street resurfacing project listing (unanimous)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a regular meeting and committee-of-the-whole to discuss and act on several items. Key actions include second readings of ordinances to update building/fire codes and amend nuisance vegetation rules, a first reading to rescind a TIF redevelopment agreement with 309 Homes LLC, and approval of the 2025 official zoning map. The council will also swear in a new police officer and authorize a TIF services agreement with Aledo Main Street.

• Hiring of Jasmine Jaime as Aledo Police Officer effective February 24, 2025
• Ordinance No. 04 (Second Reading): Adopt updated editions of International Code Council, NFPA, and Illinois regulations
• Ordinance No. 05 (First Reading): Rescind TIF Redevelopment Agreement with 309 Homes, LLC
• Ordinance No. 06 (First Reading): Approve Official Zoning Map for 2025
• Resolution No. 07R: Authorize TIF services agreement with Aledo Main Street

The Aledo City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions. It adopted updated editions of various codes from the International Code Council, National Fire Protection Association, and Illinois regulations. The council also rescinded a TIF redevelopment agreement with 309 Homes, LLC, and approved a $50,000 agreement with Aledo Main Street for TIF implementation services.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, invoices, hiring of police officer Jasmine Jaime, nuisance vegetation ordinance, and cemetery lot transfer (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 04 updating building and fire codes (7-0)
• Rescinded TIF redevelopment agreement with 309 Homes, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 agreement with Aledo Main Street for TIF services (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 06 approving 2025 Official Zoning Map; second reading set for March 3

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to receive a status update on the Aledo Downtown Historical Site’s Project and placard design. The body will also discuss the dedication ceremony for the Soldier & Sailor Memorial Interpretive Panels scheduled for May 29, 2025.

• Aledo Downtown Historical Site’s Project and placard design status update
• Soldier & Sailor Memorial Interpretive Panels Dedication Ceremony planning

The Historic Preservation Commission reviewed and approved the artwork proof for three downtown historical plaques, with minor edits to be sent back to the manufacturer. They also discussed plans for a dedication ceremony for the Soldier & Sailor's Memorial interpretive panels, tentatively set for May 26, 2025. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only formal action was approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved meeting minutes of 12/17/24 (unanimous)
• Reviewed and approved plaque artwork proof from Woodland Manufacturing, with edits to be sent back
• Selected next three buildings for historical research: Graham Building, Cooper Building, Cheers on Main Building
• Set tentative dedication ceremony date for May 26, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, public comment, and several action items. Action items include first readings of ordinances to amend nuisance vegetation rules and adopt updated building and fire codes, and resolutions to approve an engineering contract for Sponsler Manor Third Addition, a water/sewer system operation agreement, and a Fourth of July fireworks show. A joint TIF and Public Property committee meeting report will also be presented.

• First reading of Ordinance 2025-03 amending Title 6, Chapter 9 on nuisance vegetation
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-04 adopting updated International Code Council and NFPA codes
• Resolution 04R approving Hutchison Engineering contract for Phase I infrastructure bid documents for Sponsler Manor Third Addition
• Resolution 05R approving operation and maintenance service agreement and certified water system operator contract
• Resolution 06R approving a proposal for the Fourth of July fireworks show

The Aledo City Council approved a professional services agreement with Hutchison Engineering for Phase I infrastructure bid documents for the Sponsler Manor Third Addition, at a cost not to exceed $39,500. They also approved a one-year water and sewer system operation contract with Ion Environmental Solutions for $6,900 per month, and a $25,000 contract with J&M Displays for the Fourth of July fireworks show. Two ordinances (nuisance vegetation and updated building codes) were introduced for first reading, with second readings scheduled for February 18.

• Approved Resolution 04R: Hutchison Engineering contract for Sponsler Manor Phase I bid documents, $39,500 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 05R: Ion Environmental Solutions water/sewer operation contract, $6,900/month (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 06R: J&M Displays fireworks show, $25,000 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and invoice listing (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 03 (nuisance vegetation) for first reading
• Introduced Ordinance 04 (updated building codes) for first reading

Tax Increment Financing Committee

The Joint Tax Increment Financing and Public Property, Streets & Sidewalks Committee will meet to discuss the Sponsler Manor Third Addition Housing Development. The agenda focuses on utility installation, signage, and lot incentives.

• Sponsler Manor Third Addition Housing Development utility and street installation timeline
• Sale of parcels concerning existing encroachments at Sponsler Manor Third Addition
• Sale of Lot Incentives for Phase I of Sponsler Manor Third Addition
• Signage for Sponsler Addition and Sponsler Pond

The joint TIF and Public Property Committee recommended moving a $46,650 professional services agreement for Phase I infrastructure bid documents to the City Council for final approval. They also approved signage for Sponsler Lake and the subdivision, and discussed options for selling lots, including TIF grants, pay-as-you-go reimbursements, and a lot marketing program. No final decisions were made on lot incentives; staff will provide cost estimates and further details.

• Approved minutes of TIF committee meeting 06/24/24 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Public Property, Streets & Sidewalks committee meeting 11/18/24 (unanimous)
• Recommended professional services agreement for Phase I infrastructure bid documents (not to exceed $46,650) to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved signage for Sponsler Addition and Sponsler Lake as presented (unanimous)

Aledo City Council

The Aledo City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025 Comprehensive Plan, then consider ordinances for the plan's adoption and an amendment to a cell tower lease agreement. Action items also include resolutions to hire Odoni Partners for fiscal 2024 audit services and to purchase a Vermeer ATX850 loader for $93,863.96. The consent agenda covers routine approvals, including a $1,500 sponsorship for the Mercer County Athletic Boosters and a special event parking lot closure for the Night in a Car event.

• Adoption of 2025 Aledo Comprehensive Plan (second reading)
• Ordinance approving an amendment to a Cell Tower Lease Agreement (second reading)
• Purchase of a Vermeer ATX850 loader with accessories for $93,863.96
• Engagement of Odoni Partners, LLC for audit services for fiscal year 2024
• City sponsorship of $1,500 for Mercer County Athletic Boosters' Bear Country Wrestling Tournament

The Aledo City Council adopted the 2025 Comprehensive Plan, which outlines goals for managed growth, housing, recreation, and economic development. The council also approved a cell tower lease amendment, an audit services contract, and the purchase of a new loader. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Adopted 2025 Aledo Comprehensive Plan (7-0)
• Approved cell tower lease amendment with Graincomm III, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Odoni Partners audit services contract (7-0)
• Approved $93,863.96 purchase of Vermeer ATX850 loader (7-0)
• Approved $1,500 sponsorship for Bear Country Wrestling Tournament (7-0)
• Approved First Amendment to City Administrator employment contract (7-0)

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will hold a discussion and status update on the adoption of the 2021 Building Codes. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion on adoption of 2021 Building Codes – Status Update

The Ordinance & Police Committee voted unanimously to move forward with adopting the 2021 International Code Council and NFPA code cycles, including new fire, fuel gas, and swimming pool codes, and to submit notification to the Illinois Capital Development Board for approval. The action responds to new state requirements under Public Act 103-0510, which mandates that municipalities with building codes meet baseline standards. Formal adoption by the City Council will follow a 30-day review and ordinance adoption process.

• Approved moving forward with proposed 2021 building codes and submitting to Illinois Capital Development Board (unanimous)
• Approved committee minutes of 09/23/24 as presented (unanimous)

Aledo City Council

The City Council will discuss the adoption of the 2025 Aledo Comprehensive Plan and a second reading of an ordinance to impose a hotel and motel room renting tax. The body is also reviewing a cell tower lease amendment and a software agreement for cemetery management.

• Ordinance No. 22 (2024): Imposing a Hotel and Motel Room Renting Tax (Second Reading)
• Ordinance No. 02 (2025): Adoption of the 2025 Aledo Comprehensive Plan (First Reading)
• Memorandum of Understanding with REACH Strategies for $50,000.00 for Electric Vehicle or EV Infrastructure
• Agreement with Cemify for Cemetery Mapping & Management Software
• Agreement for Pest Control Services with Environmental Services Pest Control (Jan 1, 2025 - Dec 31, 2026)

The Aledo City Council adopted a 5% hotel and motel room renting tax, effective April 1, 2025, and approved a $50,000 memorandum of understanding with REACH Strategies for EV infrastructure assistance. The council also approved a cemetery mapping software agreement with Cemify and several consent items. First readings were held for a cell tower lease amendment and the 2025 Comprehensive Plan, with second readings scheduled for January 21, 2025.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 22, Series of 2024, imposing a 5% hotel/motel room renting tax (6-0-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 01R, Series of 2025, for Cemify cemetery mapping software ($11,550 plus $959 annual fee) (7-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with REACH Strategies for $50,000 EV infrastructure assistance (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including pest control agreement with Environmental Services Pest Control (7-0)
• Approved minutes of December 16, 2024 meeting (part of consent agenda)
• Approved finance invoice listing AP24EOY (part of consent agenda)