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DecaturIL averageUS Census ACS
Population
70,368
Per-capita income
$31,990
Median home value
$97,300
Bachelor's or higher
21%
Typical home value $107,169 +6.1% yr/yr · +31.2% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$178.9M (FY2023)
Total spending$123.5M (FY2023)
Taxes$48.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$136.1M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,773 (FY2023)

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Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20253 housing units ($3.0M)

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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 17:30

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Council to set vacancy appointment process, buy fire gear, approve liquor permits

The Decatur City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving the treasurer's report, and a city manager update. A resolution establishing a process for filling council vacancies will be considered, along with a consent agenda covering equipment purchases, commission reappointments, and special event liquor permits.

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Monday, August 17, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. III. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of August 3, 2026 City Council Meeting IV. Unfinished Business V. New Business 1. Treasurer's Financial Report 2. Resolution Establishing Process for Appointment of Mayor and Council Members in Event of Vacancy in Office 3. City Manager Update 4. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are matters of limited discretion, and about which little or no discussion is anticipated. However, staff’s assessment of what should be included on the Consent Agenda/Calendar can be in error. For this reason, any Consent Agenda/Calendar item …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 17:30

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Council to discuss water rates and rezone two Decatur properties

The Decatur City Council will review a 2026 water cost-of-service study and consider rezoning two properties from single-family residential to planned development at 271 South 26th Street and 601 South 27th Street. The meeting also includes a citizen comment period, approval of past minutes, and routine consent items such as a contract for Nelson Park boat ramp improvements and a software license agreement.

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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning, boat ramp contract, software deal

The City Council approved all three consent agenda items by omnibus vote: a rezoning of properties at 271 South 26th Street and 601 South 27th Street to a Planned Development District, a contract with Entler Excavating Co. Inc. for Nelson Park Boat Ramp Improvements, and a support/license agreement with Tyler Technologies for Municipal Justice. The council also approved the July 20, 2026 minutes as written. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a water cost of service study discussion and personnel announcements.

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Monday, August 3, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Proclamations and Recognitions III. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. IV. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of July 20, 2026 City Council Meeting V. Unfinished Business VI. New Business 1. Discussion Item: 2026 Water Cost-of-Service Study 2. City Manager Update 3. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are matters of limited discretion, and about which little or no discussion is anticipated. However, staff’s assessment of what should be included on the Consent Agenda/Calendar can be in error. For this reason, any Consent Agenda/Calendar item can be removed from the Consent Agenda/Calendar by any member of the governi …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Monday, August 3, 2026 On Monday, August 3, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory and Consuelo Cruz. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Proclamations and Recognitions. Ms. Leanne Bond presented a proclamation proclaiming August 4, 2026, as “National Night Out” in Decatur. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens. The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Doris McKay, Tim O’Conner, Jim Hoyt, Stephanie Brown, Bret Robertson, Ada Owens, Seth Stedman, Diane Spaniol, Alan Wade, Ayn Owens, Michael Hartwig, Robert Archer and Abeer Motan. Council members responded to citizens’ comments. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Approval of the Minutes. The minutes of July 20th, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written, seconded by Councilman Culp and on call of the roll, Council members Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carried. With …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 17:30

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City Council to approve a bus stop service agreement with FlixBus

The Decatur City Council will consider several resolutions, including a bus stop service agreement and a ticket reseller agreement with FlixBus, Inc. It will also review an ordinance to amend the hotel use tax and approve proposals for the Community Grant Program. Additional consent agenda items cover motor‑fuel‑tax funding for the Brush College Road grade separation, engineering services for North Summitt Avenue drainage, and a watershed conservation program.

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✓ Decided: Council approves FlixBus service, hotel tax, grants, and consent agenda

The Decatur City Council approved all items on the agenda, including agreements with FlixBus for bus stop service and ticket reselling, an ordinance amending the hotel use tax, and a resolution for the Community Grant Program. The grant program resolution passed 5-2, with Councilmembers Gregory and McDaniel voting no. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included funding for the Brush College Road project, engineering services for drainage improvements, and a watershed conservation agreement.

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Monday, July 20, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Proclamations and Recognitions III. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. IV. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of July 6, 2026 City Council Meeting V. Unfinished Business VI. New Business 1. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Bus Stop Service Agreement with FlixBus, Inc. 2. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Ticket Reseller Agreement and Addendum with FlixBus, Inc. 3. Ordinance Amending City Code Chapter 51.5 Hotel Use Tax 4. Resolution Authorizing Approval of Proposals for the City Council Community Grant Program 5. City Manager Update 6. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are matters of limited discretio …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Monday, July 20, 2026 On Monday, July 20, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz and Pat McDaniel. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Proclamations and Recognitions. Kristen Ragusa, member of the Decatur Audubon Society, recognized Decatur as Bird City by presenting the city with a certificate and signage. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens. The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Molly Berry, Maggie Potempa, Cecil Scroggins, Melissa Ridenour, Daniel Ray Pickrel, Matt Kaltenbach, Bret Robertson and Ayn Owens. Council members responded to citizens’ comments. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Approval of the Minutes. The minutes of July 6th, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written, seconded by Councilman Culp and on call of the roll, Council members David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carried. With there being no Un …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 17:30

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City Council to consider regional wastewater and stormwater plan

The City Council will discuss a memorandum of understanding for a regional integrated wastewater and stormwater plan. The body is also reviewing several demolition contracts, police equipment purchases, and the allocation of opioid settlement funds.

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✓ Decided: Decatur City Council approves wastewater plan and lead water service policy

The City Council approved a regional integrated plan for wastewater and stormwater and amended the policy regarding privately owned lead water services. The council also authorized several demolition contracts, police equipment purchases, and the use of opioid settlement funds.

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Monday, July 6, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Proclamations and Recognitions III. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. IV. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of June 15, 2026 City Council Meeting V. Unfinished Business VI. New Business 1. Resolution Authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding for Development of a Regional Integrated Plan for Wastewater and Stormwater for Decatur, Illinois 2. City Manager Update 3. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are matters of limited discretion, and about which little or no discussion is anticipated. However, staff’s assessment of what should be included on the Consent Agenda/Calendar can be in error. For this reason, any Consen …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Monday, July 6, 2026 On Monday, July 6, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel and David Horn. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Proclamations and Recognitions. Mayor Moore Wolfe recognized student ambassadors from Decatur Sister Cities who will be traveling to Tokorozawa, Japan for two weeks on July 22, 2026, and presented them with Stephen Decatur medallions. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens. The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Jackie Bullard, Ross Thompson, Doris McKay, Stephanie Brown, Mary Garrison, Bret Robertson, Ayn Owens and Jim Taylor. Council members responded to citizens’ comments. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Approval of the Minutes. The minutes of June 15, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written, seconded by Councilman Culp. Councilman Horn made a motion to amend the minutes of June 15, 2026, to reflect that his vote should be recorded as present for agenda item R2026-123 rather than abstaining, …
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Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 17:30

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Decatur City Council to consider water plant expansion and development ordinances

The City Council will vote on professional engineering agreements for the South Water Treatment Plant expansion and alternate water supplies. The body is also considering a new Unified Development Ordinance and several property demolition contracts.

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✓ Decided: Decatur City Council approves water and planning service agreements

The Council approved several resolutions regarding technical planning, a unified development ordinance, and water treatment plant expansions. Additionally, the Council passed an ordinance to add territory to the Enterprise Zone for Fuyao Development.

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Monday, June 15, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. III. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of June 1, 2026 City Council Meeting IV. Unfinished Business V. New Business 1. Treasurer's Financial Report 2. Resolution Authorizing Payment Under an Agreement for Technical Planning Services between the Decatur Urban Area Transportation Study (DUATS) and McKenna Associates, Inc. for a Comprehensive Plan 3. Resolution Authorizing the City of Decatur to Enter into an Agreement with McKenna Associates, Inc. for the Preparation of a Unified Development Ordinance 4. Resolution Authorizing Agreement with Burns and McDonnell Engineering Company, Inc., to Provide Professional Engineering Services to the City of Decatur for the South Water Treatment Plant Expansion Plan, City Project 2025-03 …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Monday, June 15, 2026 On Monday, June 15, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn and Ed Culp. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens. The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Verlyn Rosenberger, Stephanie Brown, Doris McKay, Jerry Stocks, Donovan Smith, Caleb Sexson, Lucas Cooling, Katie Burns, Jon Grubb, Don Carmichael, Bret Robertson and Ayn Owens. Council members responded to citizens’ comments. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Approval of the Minutes. The minutes of June 1, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written, seconded by Councilman Culp and on call of the roll, Council members Dennis Cooper, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Councilwoman Gregory abstained from the vote. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carried. With there being no Unfinished Business, Mayor Moore Wolfe called for New Business. City Manager Hon presented the Treasurer’s Financial Report and an …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 17:30

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City Council to authorize transit agreement and street restoration contracts

The Decatur City Council will consider a resolution to amend the transit management agreement with MV Transportation, Inc., and approve a series of routine contracts for street restoration, dam machinery, and water treatment generators. The meeting also includes a public comment period and the approval of prior council minutes.

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✓ Decided: Council approved multiple contracts, agreements and a public mural by omnibus vote

The Decatur City Council approved the minutes from the May 18 meeting. An omnibus vote authorized a fourth amendment to the transit agreement with MV Transportation and approved seven other resolutions covering engineering services, grant execution, water treatment, farmland conservation, sewer improvements, street restoration, and a cellular AMI solution. The council also approved additional motor‑fuel tax funds for street restoration and a public mural at the Decatur Public Library.

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Monday, June 1, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Proclamations and Recognitions III. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. IV. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of May 18, 2026 City Council Meeting V. Unfinished Business VI. New Business 1. Resolution Authorizing Fourth Amendment to the Transit Management and Operations Agreement with MV Transportation, Inc. 2. City Manager Update 3. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are matters of limited discretion, and about which little or no discussion is anticipated. However, staff’s assessment of what should be included on the Consent Agenda/Calendar can be in error. For this reason, any Consent Agenda/Calendar item can be re …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Monday, June 1, 2026 On Monday, June 1, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp and Dennis Cooper. Councilwoman Lisa Gregory was absent. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Proclamations and Recognitions. Mayor Moore Wolfe recognized the student ambassadors from Decatur Sister Cities who will be traveling to Seevetal, Germany from June 10, 2026, to June 20, 2026. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens. The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Mark Birch, James Taylor, Don Carmichael, Ayn Owens, Bret Robertson and Tim McCann. Council members responded to citizens’ comments. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Approval of the Minutes. The minutes of May 18, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilman Culp moved the minutes be approved as written, seconded by Councilman McDaniel and on call of the roll, Council members Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carried. With there being no Unfinished Business, Mayor …
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 17:30

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City Council to approve software, police radios, and zoning changes

The Decatur City Council will review financial reports, an update on a manufacturing project, and authorize payments for software, police radios, and a boom mower. The body will also consider rezoning two properties and approve grant agreements with the Howard G. Buffett Foundation.

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✓ Decided: Council approved ten consent agenda items covering payments, grants, rezoning and zoning map

The City Council unanimously approved the May 4 meeting minutes. It also approved Resolution R2026-102 to acquire LIFEPAK 35 cardiac monitors and enter an eight‑year lease with Flex Financial. By omnibus vote, the Council approved consent‑agenda items A through J, which include payments to vendors, grant agreements for police and fire, equipment purchases, engineering services, two rezoning actions, and filing the 2025 official zoning map.

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Monday, May 18, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Proclamations and Recognitions III. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. IV. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of May 4, 2026 City Council Meeting V. Unfinished Business VI. New Business 1. Treasurer's Financial Report 2. Update - TCCI Manufacturing Project 3. Resolution Authorizing the Acquisition of LIFEPAK 35 Cardiac Monitors and Enter into An Eight-Year Lease Agreement with Flex Financial 4. City Manager Update 5. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are matters of limited discretion, and about which little or no discussion is anticipated. However, staff’s assessment of what should be included on the Consent Agen …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Monday, May 18, 2026 On Monday, May 18, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, and Dennis Cooper. Councilwoman Lisa Gregory was absent. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Proclamations and Recognitions. Ms. Carol Merna, with the Center for the Prevention of Abuse, presented the City of Decatur with the Partners in Peace certification. Mr. John Burkhart, Director of Water for the Town of Normal, on behalf of the Illinois Chapter of American Waterworks, presented the City of Decatur with the 2025 Gold Level Water Ambassador designation. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens. The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Brittany Larson, Ayn Owens, Bret Robertson, James Taylor, and Michael Leone. Council members made no immediate responses. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Approval of the Minutes. The minutes of May 4, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilman Culp moved the minutes be approved as written, seconded by Councilman McDaniel and on call of the roll, Council members Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDan …
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 17:30

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Council to vote on amendment to TIF redevelopment agreement with Merchant Street South

The Decatur City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Merchant Street South, LLC. It will also vote on a resolution to pay for technical planning services under the DUATS agreement with the Champaign County Regional Planning Commission, and a resolution supporting the Municipal Housing Authority. Additional items include a city manager update and a consent calendar with several routine resolutions.

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✓ Decided: Council approved amendment to TIF redevelopment agreement with Merchant Street South

The council approved the minutes from the April 20 meeting and a series of ordinances and resolutions, including an amendment to the TIF redevelopment agreement with Merchant Street South, a payment for technical planning services, support for the Municipal Housing Authority, a lake watershed conservation program, and renewal of the Illinois Trafficking Enforcement Group agreement. All items were adopted by the recorded votes.

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Monday, May 4, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Proclamations and Recognitions III. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. IV. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of April 20, 2026 City Council Meeting V. Unfinished Business VI. New Business 1. Ordinance Authorizing Amendment to TIF Redevelopment Agreement by and between the City of Decatur and Merchant Street South, LLC 2. Resolution Authorizing Payment under an Agreement for Technical Planning Services between the Decatur Urban Area Transportation Study (DUATS) and the Champaign County Regional Planning Commission 3. Resolution of the City of Decatur in Support of Municipal Housing Authority 4. City Manager Update 5. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurr …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Monday, May 4, 2026 On Monday, May 4, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory and Consuelo Cruz. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Proclamations and Recognitions. Ms. Nikki Fenderson read a Proclamation proclaiming May 11 th to May 15 th, 2026, as “Decatur Charter School Week”. Mayor Moore Wolfe signed the proclamation. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens. The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Lisa Kitchens, Rocki Wilkerson, Andrew Jordan, Zane Peterson, Steve Funk, Gary Fyke, Ayn Owens and Bret Robertson. Council members responded to citizens’ comments. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Approval of the Minutes. The minutes of April 20, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written, seconded by Councilman Culp and on call of the roll, Council members Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Councilman Culp abstained from the vote. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carr …
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Mon Apr 20, 2026 · 17:30

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Council to vote on four-year firefighter union contract

The City Council will consider approving a collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 505 for 2025–2028. A treasurer's financial report and a consent calendar with multiple resolutions for vehicle purchases, water service line replacement, weed abatement extensions, and an enterprise zone amendment for 1104 Clement Ave are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved fire department agreement and multiple contracts in omnibus vote

The council approved a three‑year agreement with IAFF Local 505 for fire department services. An omnibus vote approved Consent Agenda Items B through M, covering vehicle upfits, police vehicle purchases, a water‑service line engineering contract, several weed‑abatement extensions, and an enterprise‑zone ordinance. Separate resolutions also approved contracts with Burdick Plumbing for water line replacement, Sutton Ford for transit vans, and D&S Management Realty Partners for weed abatement. All actions passed with a 6‑aye, 0‑no vote.

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Monday, April 20, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Proclamations and Recognitions III. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. IV. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of April 6, 2026 City Council Meeting V. Unfinished Business VI. New Business 1. Treasurer's Financial Report 2. Resolution Authorizing the Approval of an Agreement with I.A.F.F. Local 505, from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2028 3. City Manager Update 4. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are matters of limited discretion, and about which little or no discussion is anticipated. However, staff’s assessment of what should be included on the Consent Agenda/Calendar can be in error. For this reason, a …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Monday, April 20, 2026 On Monday, April 20, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members David Horn, Dennis Cooper, Consuelo Cruz and Pat McDaniel. Council members Ed Culp and Lisa Gregory were absent. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. Councilman McDaniel moved to allow Councilwoman Gregory to participate remotely through electronic attendance pursuant to Open Meetings Act, 5 ILCS 120/7(a), seconded by Councilman Horn. Upon call of the roll, Council members David Horn, Dennis Cooper, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carried. City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Proclamations and Recognitions. Mayor Moore Wolfe recognized the MacArthur High School boys’ and girls’ basketball teams, along with their coaches, school administration, families and supporters, for their achievement in reaching sectionals. Mayor Moore Wolfe presented them with Stephen Decatur medallions. Ms. Lori Kerans read a Proclamation proclaiming April 30 th, 2026, “Millikin University Day” in honor of their 125th anniversary. Mayor Moore Wolfe signed the proclamation. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for A …
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Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to consider 2026-2029 Revitalization Plan

The City Council will vote on the Economic & Community Development 2026-2029 Revitalization Plan and a property tax abatement for NOTIS Development LLC. The meeting includes several infrastructure contracts and an ordinance regarding alcohol consumption in Central Park.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 2026-2029 revitalization plan and approves tax abatement for NOTIS Development

The Decatur City Council unanimously approved the Economic & Community Development 2026-2029 Revitalization Plan and a property tax abatement agreement with NOTIS Development LLC at 136 S Dipper Lane, including waived building permit fees. The council also approved a consent agenda covering items A-F, H-J, and M-O, and passed resolutions for street improvements, business facade, and residential exterior improvement programs. All votes were unanimous.

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Monday, April 6, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. III. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of March 16, 2026 City Council Meeting IV. Unfinished Business V. New Business 1. Resolution Adopting the Economic & Community Development 2026-2029 Revitalization Plan 2. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Property Tax Abatement Agreement with NOTIS Development LLC at 136 S Dipper Lane and Waiving of Building Permit Fees 3. City Manager Update 4. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are matters of limited discretion, and about which little or no discussion is anticipated. However, staff’s assessment of what should be included on the Consen …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Monday, April 6, 2026 On Monday, April 6, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel and David Horn. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens. The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Daniel Ray Pickrell, John Phillips, Jr., Levi Leman and Ayn Owens. Council members responded to citizens’ comments. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Approval of the Minutes. The minutes of March 16, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written, seconded by Councilman Culp and on call of the roll, Council members Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carried. With there being no Unfinished Business, Mayor Moore Wolfe called for New Business. R2026-68 Resolution Adopting the Economic & Community Development 2026-2029 Revitalization Plan , was presented. Councilwoman Gregory moved the Resolution do pass, seconded by Councilman Culp. City Manage …
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Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

City Council considers $53 million in revenue bonds for Millikin University

The City Council will discuss and vote on ordinances to issue and sell revenue bonds for Millikin University. The meeting also includes a discussion of the 2025 Community Revitalization Survey results and various infrastructure contracts.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $53M Millikin University bond issuance

The Decatur City Council approved the issuance of up to $53 million in revenue bonds for Millikin University, despite a motion to table the item that failed. The council also approved an ordinance amending food truck regulations, a camera grant agreement, and a tree planting bid, among other consent agenda items. Councilman Horn recused himself from the bond vote due to his employment at the university.

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Monday, March 16, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Proclamations and Recognitions III. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. IV. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of March 2, 2026 City Council Meeting V. Unfinished Business VI. New Business 1. Treasurer's Financial Report 2. Notice of Public Hearing; An Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of (i) Revenue Bonds (Millikin University), Series 2026A, and (ii) Taxable Revenue Bonds (Millikin University), Series 2026B of the City of Decatur, Macon County, Illinois, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $53,000,000; authorizing the execution and delivery of a Loan Agreement, a Trust Indenture, a Bond Purchase Agreement and related documents; and authorizing the distribution of a Preliminary Official Statement and an Official Statement; and authorizing cer …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Monday, March 16, 2026 On Monday, March 16, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn and Ed Culp. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Proclamations and Recognitions. Ms. Mary Garrison, President & CEO of Heritage Behavioral Health Center presented a proclamation recognizing March 2026 as Problem Gambling Awareness Month in Decatur. Mayor Moore Wolfe signed the proclamation. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens. The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Verlyn Rosenberger, Ayn Owens and Bret Robertson. Council members made no immediate responses. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for approval of the minutes. The minutes of March 2, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written; seconded by Councilman Culp and on call of the roll, Council members Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carried. With there being no Unfinished Business …
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Mon Mar 2, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to establish 2026 Community Grant Program

The City Council will discuss the evaluation and funding criteria for the Fiscal Year 2026 Community Grant Program. The body will also consider several vehicle purchases and infrastructure projects.

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✓ Decided: Council approves community grant program criteria, tables funding resolution

The Decatur City Council approved a resolution establishing evaluation criteria for the Community Grant Program and a separate resolution authorizing its funding, though a motion to table the funding resolution until July 1 failed. The council also approved amendments to a solar project, several vehicle purchases, an engineering services agreement, and other consent agenda items. A resolution to keep closed meeting minutes confidential was approved with one dissenting vote.

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Monday, March 2, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Proclamations and Recognitions III. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. IV. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of February 17, 2026 City Council Meeting V. Unfinished Business VI. New Business 1. Resolution Authorizing Evaluation Criteria, Application and Scoring for City Council Community Grant Program 2. Resolution Authorizing Expenditure of Funds for the City of Decatur City Council Community Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2026 3. Resolution Amending R2024-349 A Behind the Meter Solar Project for the William Street Pump Station 4. City Manager Update 5. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are matters of limited …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Monday, March 2, 2026 On Monday, March 2, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp and Dennis Cooper. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe invited Mr. Robert Archer to the podium to present a proclamation. Mr. Robert Archer presented a proclamation recognizing March 2026 as DeMolay Month in Decatur. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens. The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Jason Martin, Matt Kaloupek, and James Taylor. Council members responded to citizens’ comments. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for approval of the minutes. The minutes of February 17, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written; seconded by Councilman Culp and on call of the roll, Council members Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carried. With there being no Unfinished Business, Mayor Moore Wolfe called for New Business. R2026-39 Resolution Authorizing Evalua …
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Tue Feb 17, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to approve fire truck purchase and daycare agreement

The Decatur City Council will consider a resolution to authorize the purchase of a new fire apparatus and an agreement amendment for a local daycare. The meeting also includes routine budget amendments and the acceptance of various construction and vehicle supply bids.

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✓ Decided: Council rejects daycare funding amendment; approves fire truck purchase

The City Council voted down a resolution to amend an agreement with Love Learning and Laughter Daycare, LLC for additional funds, with a 3-4 vote. The related budget amendment was pulled from the agenda. The Council approved the purchase of a Pierce Enforcer Aerial Ladder Fire Apparatus and its debt financing, along with several other items.

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. III. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of February 2, 2026 City Council Meeting IV. Unfinished Business V. New Business 1. Resolution Authorizing Agreement Amendment Between the City of Decatur and Love Learning and Laughter Daycare, LLC 2. Budget Amendment Ordinance Appropriating Additional Monies for the Purpose of Defraying the Expenses for Certain Funds of the City of Decatur, Illinois for the Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2026 - Love Learning and Laughter Daycare LLC 3. Resolution Authorizing City of Decatur to Enter into Purchase Agreement for Purchase of a Pierce Enforcer Aerial Ladder Fire Apparatus from MacQueen Emergency and Agreement for Debt Financing of Apparatus 4. City Manager Update 5. Consent Calenda …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Tuesday, February 17, 2026 On Tuesday, February 17, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper and Lisa Gregory. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens. The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Dianne Spaniol, Dr. Chung- Ha-Kim, Gary Jones, Shekila Smith, Alan Wade, Cherri Johnson, James McFarland and Brittany Larson. Council members responded to citizens’ comments. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for approval of the minutes. The minutes of February 2, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written; seconded by Councilman Culp and on call of the roll, Council members Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carried. With there being no Unfinished Business, Mayor Moore Wolfe called for New Business. Resolution Authorizing Agreement Amendment Between the City of Decatur and Love Learning and Laughter Daycare, LLC , was presented. Co …
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Mon Feb 2, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to vote on City Manager appointment and employment agreement

The City Council will consider the appointment and employment agreement for a City Manager. The body will also review a budget reconciliation ordinance for the 2025 fiscal year and a development agreement with Broadwing Energy, LLC.

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✓ Decided: Council approves city manager appointment and employment agreement

The Decatur City Council approved the appointment of a city manager and the associated employment agreement, with the appointment passing 6-1 and the agreement passing 4-3. The council also approved a budget reconciliation ordinance, a development agreement with Broadwing Energy, and several consent agenda items. A motion to table the Broadwing Energy agreement failed.

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Monday, February 2, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. III. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of January 20, 2026 City Council Meeting IV. Unfinished Business V. New Business 1. Resolution Authorizing Appointment - City Manager 2. Resolution Authorizing Employment Agreement - City Manager 3. Budget Reconciliation Ordinance Appropriating Additional Monies for the Purpose of Defraying the Expenses for Certain Funds of the City of Decatur, Illinois for the Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2025 4. Resolution Approving a Development Agreement by and between the City of Decatur, Illinois and Broadwing Energy, LLC 5. City Manager Update 6. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recu …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Monday, February 2, 2026 On Monday, February 2, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory and Consuelo Cruz. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. Interim City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens. The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Jacob Jenkins, Colin Graves, George Virgil, Mark Denzler, Jaquay Owens, Nicole Bateman, Kris Lutt, Julie Gahwiler Lamb, Chad Bowlin, Josh Prasun, Will Wetzel, Alan Wade, Crystal Bergfield and Kasey Holt. Council members responded to citizens’ comments. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for approval of the minutes. The minutes of January 20, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written; seconded by Councilman Culp and on call of the roll, Council members Pat McDaniel, David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carried. With there being no Unfinished Business, Mayor Moore Wolfe called for New Business. R2026-15 Resolution Authorizing Appointment - City M …
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Tue Jan 20, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to discuss 2026-2029 Revitalization Plan

The City Council will discuss the Economic & Community Development 2026-2029 Revitalization Plan and a redevelopment resolution for 250 North Water Street. The body will also consider an amendment for engineering services regarding the Lake Decatur Watershed Management Plan and a change to the Local Motor Fuel Tax code.

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✓ Decided: Council approves redevelopment inducement for Citizens-Barnes Building

The Decatur City Council approved a resolution to induce redevelopment of the Citizens-Barnes Building at 250 North Water Street, with Councilwoman Cruz voting against. The council also approved an amendment to the Lake Decatur Watershed Management Plan agreement and an ordinance amending the local motor fuel tax code. A proposed 2026-2029 Revitalization Plan was discussed but not voted on, and a consent agenda covering street lighting, farm leases, equipment purchases, and appointments was approved.

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Tuesday, January 20, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Proclamations and Recognitions III. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. IV. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of January 5, 2026 City Council Meeting V. Unfinished Business VI. New Business 1. Resolution Authorizing Amendment No. 5 for Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Spheros Environmental Parent Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, for Lake Decatur Watershed Management Plan City Project 2019-38 2. Ordinance Amending City Code, Chapter 51.4, Local Motor Fuel Tax 3. Discussion Item - Economic & Community Development 2026-2029 Revitalization Plan 4. A Resolution to Induce the Redevelopment Located at 250 North Water Street, Commonly Referred to as the Citizens-Barnes Building 5. City Manager Update 6. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Tuesday, January 20, 2026 On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel and David Horn. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. Interim City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe announced that the Resolution Authorizing the Economic & Community Development Department's Revitalization Plan for 2026-2029 was changed from an action item to a discussion item. Ms. Laura Dean, Associate Professor at Millikin University along with her student, Cassidy Culjat, presented a proclamation proclaiming January 2026 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month in Decatur. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens. The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Reed Sutman, Stephanie Kee, James Taylor and Chad Bowlin. Council members responded to citizens’ comments. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for approval of the minutes. The minutes of January 5, 2026, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written; seconded by Councilman Culp and on call of the roll, Council members David Horn, Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa …
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Mon Jan 5, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

Council to vote on solar farm, rezoning, and $1.2M sewer contract

The City Council will consider several items including a rezoning for industrial use near West Mound Road, development agreements for two solar energy facilities, and a $1.2 million contract for sewer repairs. A discussion on the Community Grant Program criteria is also scheduled. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel and litigation matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approves two M-1 rezonings and solar development agreements

The Decatur City Council approved two ordinances rezoning properties northwest of West Mound Road and North Westlawn Avenue from R-1 to M-1, and authorized development agreements with Decatur Northwest 1 LLC and Decatur Northwest 2 LLC for a commercial solar energy facility. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The council also approved consent agenda items E through I, including annexations and a trenchless lining contract, and discussed a proposed Community Grant Program.

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Monday, January 5, 2026 5:30 PM City Council Chamber CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I. Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance II. Appearance of Citizens Policy relative to Appearance of Citizens: A 30-minute time period is provided for citizens to appear and express their views before the City Council. Each citizen speaking will be limited to one appearance of up to 3 minutes. No immediate response will be given by City Council or City staff members. Citizens are to give their documents (if any) to the Police Officer for distribution to the Council. When the Mayor determines that all persons wishing to speak in accordance with this policy have done so, members of the City Council and key staff may make comments. III. Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of Minutes of December 15, 2025 City Council Meeting IV. Unfinished Business V. New Business 1. Resolution Authorizing Amendment No. 5 for Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Spheros Environmental Parent Group Inc., a Delaware Corporation, for Lake Decatur Watershed Management Plan City Project 2019-38 2. Discussion Item - Review of the Evaluation Criteria, Application, and Scoring Sheet for the City Council Community Grant Program 3. City Manager Update 4. Consent Calendar: Items on the Consent Agenda/Calendar are matters requiring City Council approval or acceptance, but which are routine and recurring in nature, are not controversial, are matters of limited discretion, and about w …
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1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Monday, January 5, 2026 On Monday, January 5, 2026, the City Council of the City of Decatur, Illinois, met in Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber, One Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, Illinois. Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe presided, together with her being Council members Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel and David Horn. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared a quorum present. Interim City Manager Melissa Hon attended the meeting as well. Mayor Moore Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Moore Wolfe announced that Item #1 under New Business, the Resolution Authorizing Amendment No. 5 for the Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Spheros, has been removed from the agenda. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for Appearance of Citizens. The following citizens provided comments to the Council: Dianne Spaniol, Ayn Owens and Renee Ferre. Mayor Moore Wolfe called for approval of the minutes. The minutes of December 15 th, 2025, City Council meeting were presented. Councilwoman Gregory moved the minutes be approved as written; seconded by Councilman Culp and on call of the roll, Council members Ed Culp, Dennis Cooper, Lisa Gregory, Consuelo Cruz, Pat McDaniel, David Horn and Mayor Moore Wolfe voted aye. Mayor Moore Wolfe declared the motion carried. With there being no Unfinished Business, Mayor Moore Wolfe called for New Business. Interim City Manager Hon provided an overview of the eval …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$749,021300 BELOW INC.
Department of Defense · SBIR II F2-11852
$199,982CW FINANCIAL & MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
$172,792ARCHER-DANIELS-MIDLAND COMPANY
Department of Agriculture · 2000005028/4100013904/FLOUR BAKER HARD WHT UNBLCH-BULK
$150,039CW FINANCIAL & MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM EAP SERVICES
$148,604MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Department of Defense · DRY ICE PELLETS
$140,400CW FINANCIAL & MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) COUNSELING ST LOUIS VAMC
$136,048MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Department of Health and Human Services · DRY ICE
$135,000CW FINANCIAL & MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC
Department of Defense · THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE ALL PERSONNEL, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, FACIL
$126,728MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Department of Defense · DRY ICE AND DRY ICE BLASTING EQUIPMENT SERVICES.
$124,461DECATUR MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Consumer Product Safety Commission · DATA COLLECTION ON CONSUMER PRODUCT RELATED INJURIES.

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Macon County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-482 people (-$51.7M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Tornado": 2, "Flood": 2, "Severe Storm": 2, "Biological": · last Tue Aug 15, 2023)
Traffic fatalities9 (2 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments2,241 (42,511 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,000/mo (2,325 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy18.4% (low numeracy 30% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.

$178.9M
Annual budget
$136.1M
Debt outstanding
3
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$178.9M
Spending$123.5M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load MODERATE

Outstanding debt$136.1M
Debt-to-revenue0.76×
Debt-load index53 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.421
All kids
0.376
Black kids
0.306

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Where it’s happening

geocoded land-use decisions
🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.

Meeting archives

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