Galesburg, MI
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Recent meetings
Tue Aug 18, 2026
August 18 2026 - Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
Commission to weigh zoning change for National Coatings annexation
The Galesburg Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on an amendment to a preannexation agreement with National Coatings, Inc., to change the zoning of the property at 604 US Hwy 150 E from M1 Light Industrial to M2 Heavy Industrial upon annexation. The Development Review Committee recommended approval. The commission's recommendation will go to the City Council in September.
- Public hearing on amendment to preannexation agreement for 604 US Hwy 150 E, changing zoning from M1 to M2 Heavy Industrial
- Property is 10.98 acres, currently zoned M Restricted Industrial by Knox County
- Development Review Committee recommended approval at its August 5, 2026 meeting
- City Council consideration scheduled for September 8 and September 21, 2026
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City Hall
55 W. Tompkins Street
Galesburg, IL 61401
309-345-3619
www.ci.galesburg.il.us
Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda
City Council Chambers
August 18, 2026
5:30 p.m.
Call to Order
Approve
Minutes of the July 21, 2026 meeting
Update
Past Planning and Zoning Commission items
Receive
General citizen comments
PZ-26-0801
Public Hearing
Amendment to Preannexation Agreement to modify the
zoning, located at 604 US Hwy 150 E.
Adjournment
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
DATE: July 21, 2026, 5:30 p.m.
PLACE: City Council Chambers, 55 West Tompkins Street, Galesburg, IL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Katina Cochrane, Ardennia Leahy, Mark Lee, Carla Markwart, Steve
McKelvie, Jason Paulsgrove, Dusty Scott, Mark Thomas, 8.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
OTHERS PRESENT: Steve Gugliotta AICP-Director of Community Development.
Chairperson declared quorum present.
Approve
Minutes of the June 23, 2026 meeting
Member Thomas moved to approve the minutes, seconded by Member
Lee.
Minutes were approved by voice vote.
Update
Past Planning and Zoning Commission items
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Amendment to the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance. This will be placed
on an upcoming Council agenda for consideration.
Receive
Citizen Comment
None Received.
PZ-26-0701
Public
Hearing
Variance for two wall signs, increased …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026
August 17 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
Council to consider $200K ILPEA jobs deal, $1.2M Lincoln Park grant, roof bid
The Galesburg City Council will vote on several key items: a development agreement with ILPEA Industries for up to $200,000 to retain and expand jobs, a resolution to apply for a $1.2 million OSLAD grant for Lincoln Park improvements, and a $188,300 bid for City Hall roof replacement. The council will also consider an airport solar easement, design services for Standish Park, and routine consent agenda items.
- Development agreement with ILPEA Industries, Inc. for up to $200,000 to retain 32 jobs and add 8 more at 611 S. Linwood Road
- Resolution to apply for OSLAD grant up to $1.2 million for Lincoln Park improvements (playground, splash pad, parking)
- Bid of $188,300 from Economy Roofing & Insulating Co. Inc. for City Hall partial roof replacement
- Airport solar project access and utility easement with Community Power Group
- Proposal of $228,000 from Massie Massie + Associates for Standish Park design services
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City Council Meeting
City Council Chambers
August 17, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Proclamation
Labor Day
Approve
Minutes from August 3, 2026
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-15
26-5007
Receive
Quarterly Investment Schedule
26-8014
Bills & Advance
Checks
Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
26-2015
Resolution
Request for OSLAD Grant Funding for Lincoln Park
26-2016
Resolution
Airport Solar Project, Access and Utility Easement
Bids, Petitions and Communications
26-3030
Bid
City Hall Partial Roof Replacement
City Manager’s Report
Galesburg City Council meetings are streamed live on the City’s website and Comcast channel 7.
Miscellaneous Business (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
26-4053
Approve
Development Agreement with ILPEA Industries, Inc.
26-4054
Approve
Proposal for Design Services and Construction Phase
Services for Standish Park Improvements
26-4055
Approve
Ameren Agreement for Gas Infrastructure Relocation – Lake
Storey Shared-Use Path
Town Business
26-9016
Approve
Bills
Closing Comments
Executive
Session
Convene into a closed door Executive Session for the purpose
of discussing:
A. Executive Session Minutes from May 19, 2025; 5ILCS
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Mon Aug 3, 2026
August 03 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
Council to vote on parking lot standards, TIF study, culvert repair, and new wells
The Galesburg City Council will consider several items at its August 3, 2026 meeting, including a final reading of an ordinance establishing minimum maintenance standards for private parking lots, a resolution authorizing a feasibility study for a new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District 7 along South Henderson Street, a bid award for the Soangetaha Culvert Rehabilitation project, and an engineering agreement for the design of two new wells in Oquawka to address PFAS contamination. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with a special event application for K-Pop Warriors Live and approval of bills.
- Final reading of ordinance establishing minimum maintenance standards for private parking lots serving commercial, industrial, institutional, and multifamily properties
- Resolution authorizing feasibility study for potential TIF District 7 along South Henderson Street
- Bid award of $108,632 to Miller and Son Construction Co. for Soangetaha Culvert Rehabilitation project
- Engineering agreement of $151,000 with Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc. for design of two new wells in Oquawka to reduce PFAS levels
- Consent agenda includes special event application for K-Pop Warriors Live at Lake Storey Pavilion on August 23, 2026
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August 3, 2026
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City Council Agenda
City Council Meeting
City Council Chambers
August 3, 2026
6:00 p.m. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Approve Minutes from July 20, 2026
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-14
26-4051 Approve Special Event Application, K-Pop Warriors Live
26-8013 Bills & Advance
Checks
Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
26-1013 Ordinance Minimum Maintenance Standards for Private Parking Lots
– Final Reading
26-2014 Resolution Feasibility Study on the Designation of a Tax Increment
Financing (TIF) District 7
Bids, Petitions and Communications
26-3029 Bid Soangetaha Culvert Rehab Project
City Manager’s Report
Miscellaneous Business (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
26-4052 Approve Engineering Agreement for the Design of Two New Wells in
Oquawka
Galesburg City Council meetings are streamed live on the City’s website and Comcast channel 7.
Town Business
26-9015 Approve Bills
Closing Comments
Adjournment
City Council Meeting
City Manager’s Report
August 3, 2026
CONSENT AGENDA #2026-14
Item 26-4051 K-Pop Warriors Live Special Event
Staff recommend Council consideration of the K-Pop Warriors Live special event proposed for
August 23, 2026, at the Lake Storey Pavilion. The event is expected to attract approximately
300 attendees and will …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026
July 21 2026 - Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
Solar farm, sign variance, and two annexations on Galesburg agenda
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a sign variance for the National Railroad Hall of Fame, two preannexation agreements for solar development, and consider updates on past items. The most substantial item is a preannexation agreement for a 69.6-acre commercial solar facility proposed by Barber Pole Solar LLC west of Carl Sandburg Drive.
- Public hearing on variance for two wall signs (increased size, not facing a street) at 247 S Seminary St for the National Railroad Hall of Fame
- Public hearing on preannexation agreement for 69.6 acres west of 531 W Carl Sandburg Dr and 3175 N Henderson St for a commercial solar energy system (Barber Pole Solar LLC)
- Public hearing on preannexation agreement for parcels in the 1600 block of W Carl Sandburg Dr
- Approval of minutes from June 23, 2026 meeting
- Update on past items: Minor Plat of Fieldview Subdivision and Prina2 Resubdivision approved by City Council
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City Hall 55 W. Tompkins Street Galesburg, IL 61401 309-345-3619 www.ci.galesburg.il.us
Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda
City Council Chambers
July 21, 2026
5:30 p.m.
Call to Order
Approve Minutes of the June 23, 2026 meeting
Update Past Planning and Zoning Commission items
Receive General citizen comments
PZ-26-0701 Public Hearing Variance for two wall signs, increased size and not facing a
street, located at 247 S Seminary St
PZ-26-0701 Public Hearing Preannexation Agreement for Property Identification
Numbers 95 -34-301-001 and 05- 34-301-003, generally
located west of 531 W Carl Sandburg Dr and west of 3175 N
Henderson St
PZ-26-0702 Public Hearing Preannexation Agreement for Property Identification
Numbers 09 -04-300-018 and 09- 04-100-006, generally
located in the 1600 block of W Carl Sandburg Dr.
Adjournment
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF GALESBURG CITY HALL
55 W TOMPKINS ST, GALESBURG, IL
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
MEMBERS
PRESENT:
Katina Cochrane, Mark Lee, Carla Markwart, Jason Paulsgrove,
Dusty Scott, 5.
MEMBERS
ABSENT:
Ardennia Leahy, Steve McKelvie, Mark Thomas, 3.
OTHERS
PRESENT:
Steve Gugliotta AICP-Director of Community Development.
Chairperson declared quorum present.
Approve Minutes of the May 19, 2026 meeting
Member Lee moved to approve the minut …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026
July 20 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
Council to vote on parking lot standards, BNSF rail work, and $266K youth center grant
The Galesburg City Council will consider a first-reading ordinance establishing minimum maintenance standards for private parking lots serving commercial and multifamily properties. They will also vote on a motor-fuel tax resolution for BNSF Peoria Subdivision improvements, several bids including demolition at 1970 E. Main Street and drainage at Bunker Links Golf Course, and a $266,941 grant to All Stars Sports Academy for a youth community center. The consent agenda includes approval of a disc golf tournament, water meter pricing, and the FY 2025 audit report.
- First reading of ordinance establishing minimum maintenance standards for private parking lots (commercial, industrial, multifamily)
- Resolution authorizing $75,000 in motor-fuel tax funds for BNSF Peoria Subdivision improvements (South Pine St, East 2nd St, South Farnham St, Day St)
- Bid award of $27,130 to D&T Demolition LLC for demolition of 1970 E. Main Street
- Bid award of $161,898 to Miller Trucking & Excavating for Phase II drainage at Bunker Links Golf Course
- Grant agreement of $266,941.14 to All Stars Sports Academy for youth community center at 1855 E. Knox Street
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City Council Agenda
City Council Meeting
City Council Chambers
July 20, 2026
6:00 p.m. Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Presentation Baker Tilly FY 2025 Annual Audit Report
Approve Minutes from June 15, 2026
Approve Executive Session Minutes from May 5, 2025
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-13
26-4042 Approve Special Event Application, Battle of the Burg , Disc Golf
Tournament
26-4043 Approve Water Meters for Resale
26-4044 Approve Water Meter Supply
26-5006 Receive FY 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
26-6005 Approve Appointment Memo, Library Board
26-8012 Bills and
Advance
Checks
Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
26-1013 Ordinance Minimum Maintenance Standards for Private Parking Lots –
First Reading
26-2013 Resolution Motor-Fuel Tax Resolution for BNSF Peoria Subdivision
Improvements
Galesburg City Council meetings are streamed live on the City’s website and Comcast channel 7.
Bids, Petitions and Communications
26-3024 Bid Demolition of 1970 East Main Street
26-3025 Bid Drainage System at Bunker Links Golf Course
26-3026 Bid BNSF Peoria Subdivision Improvements
26-3027 Bid Annual Security Software Renewal
26-3028 Bid Unified Development Ordinance Preparation
City Manager’s Report
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
June 23 2026 - Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
Planning commission to vote on updated floodplain rules
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance. The update aligns city regulations with current federal and state requirements to maintain eligibility for the National Flood Insurance Program.
- PZ-26-0601 Public Hearing: Amendment to Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance
- Repeals and replaces Sections 152.325–152.338 of Galesburg Code of Ordinances
- Adds 8 new definitions (e.g., accessory structure, base flood elevation)
- Expands administrative duties for the Floodplain Administrator
- Scheduled for City Council first reading July 20, 2026
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Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda
Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
City Council Chambers
City Hall, 55 W Tompkins St
June 23, 2026
A G E N D A
Approve
Minutes of the May 19, 2026 meeting
Update
Past Planning and Zoning Commission items
Receive
General citizen comments
PZ-26-0601
Public Hearing
Amendment to Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance
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Director of Information Systems
Director of Public Works
Buildings & Grounds
News Media
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MINUTES
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF GALESBURG CITY HALL
55 W TOMPKINS ST, GALESBURG, IL
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Ardennia Leahy, Carla Markwart, Steve McKelvie, Jason Paulsgrove, Dusty
Scott, 5.
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Katina Cochrane, Mark Lee, Mark Thomas, 3.
OTHERS PRESENT:
Steve Gugliotta AICP-Director of Community Development.
Chairperson declared quorum present.
Approve
Minutes of the April …
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Mon Jun 15, 2026
June 15 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
City Council to vote on $39,375 water leak detection system to curb 40% water loss
The Galesburg City Council will conduct final and first readings of ordinances, including annexation of a city-owned lot and donation of a police vehicle to GAVC. The council will also decide on bids for an acoustic leak detection system ($39,375), a police interceptor ($49,768), and the sale of surplus city-owned real estate ($11,001 total). Additional agenda items include agreements for the airport solar project, railroad crossing work with BNSF, and an exploratory MOU for industrial development at the Galesburg Business Park.
- Final reading of ordinance to annex 6.76-acre city-owned lot adjacent to Lincoln Park and Bunker Links Golf Course (parcel 05-34-101-002)
- First reading of ordinance to sell decommissioned 2013 Ford Explorer police vehicle to Galesburg Area Vocational Center for $1.00
- Bid for acoustic water leak detection system from Core and Main/Orbis Intelligent Systems for $39,375 to address 40% non-revenue water rate
- Bid for 2027 Ford Police Interceptor from Vogler Motor Company for $49,768 to replace vehicle totaled in October 2025 accident
- Approval of third amendment to airport solar site lease with Community Power Group for 2.0-megawatt community solar garden (no budget impact)
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City Council Meeting Agenda
City Council Chambers
June 15, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Approve
Minutes from June 1, 2026
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-12
26-4037
Approve
Special Event Application, The Galesburg Gauntlet, Disc
Golf Tournament
26-4038
Approve
Galesburg Public Transportation & Knox County Health
Department Service Contract
26-8011
Bills and Advance
Checks
Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
26-1011
Ordinance
Annexing City-owned Lot Adjacent to Lincoln Park &
Bunker Links (Parcel 05-34-101-002) – Final Reading
26-1012
Ordinance
Donation of Decommissioned Police Squad Vehicle to
GAVC – First Reading
26-2012
Resolution
Ameren Airport Solar Site Permanent Easement
Bids, Petitions and Communications
26-3021
Bid
Acoustic Leak Detection System
26-3022
Bid
2027 Ford Police Interceptor
26-3023
Bid
Sale of Surplus City Owned Real Estate
City Manager’s Report
Galesburg City Council meetings are streamed live on the City’s website and Comcast channel 7.
Miscellaneous Business (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
26-4039
Approve
Airport Solar Site Lease Agreement, 3rd Amendment
26-4040
Approve
Agreement with BNSF Railway Regarding Work at First and
Pearl Streets Crossing
26-4041
Approve
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Mon Jun 1, 2026
June 1 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
Council to annex city-owned 6.76-acre lot near Lincoln Park
The council will consider annexing a 6.76-acre city-owned vacant lot adjacent to Lincoln Park and Bunker Links Golf Course, currently farmed and zoned Conservation, which would become Agricultural District upon annexation. They will also vote on first reading of the annexation ordinance. Other business includes approving two minor subdivisions (Fieldview and Prina2) with sidewalk waivers, a special event permit for Bridgeway Family Fun Day (closing Windish Drive), and opening bids for surplus city-owned real estate.
- Annexation petition and first reading for 6.76-acre lot adjacent to Lincoln Park & Bunker Links (parcel 05-34-101-002)
- Minor plat approval for Fieldview Subdivision at 119 County Road 1300 N (two lots, sidewalk waiver)
- Minor plat approval for Prina2 Subdivision at 2320 Grand Avenue (two lots, sidewalk waiver)
- Special event application for Bridgeway Family Fun Day on June 13, 2026, including closure of Windish Drive
- Bid opening for surplus city-owned real estate
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City Council Chambers
June 1, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Approve
Minutes from May 18, 2026
Bid Opening
Open Bids for Surplus City-owned Real Estate
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-11
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Approve
Special Event Application, Bridgeway Family Fun Day
26-5005
Receive
Annexation Petition for City-owned Lot Adjacent to Lincoln
Park & Bunker Links (Parcel 05-34-101-002)
26-8010
Bills and Advance
Checks
Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
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Ordinance
Annexing City-owned Lot Adjacent to Lincoln Park &
Bunker Links (Parcel 05-34-101-002)
Bids, Petitions and Communications
City Manager’s Report
Friday, June 12, 2026: “Drive By - Drop Off - Do Good”
City-wide Food Drive
Miscellaneous Business (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
26-4035
Approve
Minor Plat of the Fieldview Subdivision
26-4036
Approve
Minor Plat of the Prina2 Subdivision
Galesburg City Council meetings are streamed live on the City’s website and Comcast channel 7.
Town Business
26-9011
Approve
Bills
Closing Comments
Adjournment
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
Operating Under Council – Manager Government Since 1957
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Tue May 19, 2026
May 19 2026 - Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
Commission to consider two minor plat subdivisions
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two minor plat proposals: Fieldview Subdivision at 119 Knox Road 1300 N and Prina2 Resubdivision at 2320 Grand Avenue. Both items have received a recommendation of approval from the Development Review Committee and are expected to go to the City Council on June 1, 2026.
- Public hearing on minor plat of Fieldview Subdivision, 119 Knox Road 1300 N — two-lot subdivision on zoned agricultural land
- Public hearing on minor plat of Prina2 Resubdivision, 2320 Grand Avenue — two-lot subdivision on land zoned M-1 Light Industrial, including a restaurant and auto repair shop
- Approval of minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting
- Update on past Commission items, including a solar energy system variance and a minor plat approved by City Council
- General citizen comments
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Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda
Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
City Council Chambers
City Hall, 55 W Tompkins St
May 19, 2026
A G E N D A
Approve Minutes of the April 21, 2026 meeting
Update Past Planning and Zoning Commission items
Receive General citizen comments
PZ-26-0501 Public Hearing Minor Plat of Fieldview Subdivision, 119 Knox Road 1300 N
PZ-26-0502 Public Hearing Minor Plat of Prina2 Resubdivision, 2320 Grand Avenue
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City Manager
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Director of Information Systems
Director of Public Works
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MINUTES
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF GALESBURG CITY HALL
55 W TOMPKINS ST, GALESBURG, IL
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Carla Markwart, Steve McKelvie, Jason Paulsgrove, Dusty Scott, Mark
Thomas, 5.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Katina Cochrane, Ardennia Leahy, Mark Lee, 3.
OTHERS PRESENT: Steve Gugliotta AICP-Director of Community Development.
Chairpe
rson declared quorum present.
Approve Minutes of the March 24, 2026 meeting
Member McKelvie moved to approve the minutes, seconded by Member
Thomas.
Minutes were approved by voice vote.
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Mon May 18, 2026
May 18 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
Council to vote on $556K resurfacing project and $750K housing grant
The Galesburg City Council will decide on a $556,350.65 resurfacing project for Simmons, Broad, and Cedar Streets and a resolution supporting a $750,000 state housing grant application. They will also review a rejected rail project bid and consider a $34,500 contract for tax-increment financing feasibility work.
- Approve $556,350.65 resurfacing bid for Simmons, Broad, and Cedar Streets from Brandt Construction Co.
- Vote on resolution supporting $750,000 Illinois Housing Development Authority Strong Communities Program Grant application
- Reject $319,989.36 BNSF Peoria Subdivision Project bid due to cost overrun
- Approve $34,500 professional services agreement with PGAV Planners, LLC for TIF district feasibility study
- Remove one Class A-1 liquor license from municipal inventory after local establishment surrenders it
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City Council Meeting Agenda
City Council Chambers
May 18, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Approve
Minutes from May 4, 2026
Election
Deputy Mayor
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-10
26-2011
Resolution
Application
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the
Illinois
Housing
Development
Authority’s (IHDA) Strong Communities Program Grant,
Round 3
26-5004
Receive
Quarterly Investment Schedule
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Bills and Advance
Checks
Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
26-1009
Ordinance
Remove Class A-1 Liquor License (Final Reading)
Bids, Petitions and Communications
26-3019
Bid
2026 Intermittent Resurfacing
26-3020
Bid
BNSF Peoria Subdivision Project
City Manager’s Report
Miscellaneous Business (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
26-4033
Approve
Professional Services Agreement with PGAV Planners, LLC
Galesburg City Council meetings are streamed live on the City’s website and Comcast channel 7.
Town Business
26-9010
Approve
Bills
Closing Comments
Adjournment
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
Operating Under Council – Manager Government Since 1957
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Mon May 4, 2026
May 4 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
Galesburg City Council to consider demolition of 11 city-owned properties
The City Council will review bids for demolition projects and sidewalk replacements. Members are also discussing a liquor license reduction and a maintenance agreement with IDOT for the Sibley Underpass pumps.
- Bid of $214,240 to N.E. Finch Co. for demolition of 10 properties
- Bid of $94,680 to D&T Demolition LLC for 647 Maple Avenue
- Bid of $88,552.90 to Miller & Son Construction Co. for sidewalk replacement
- Engineering agreement of $35,300 with Crawford, Murphy & Tilly for Oquawka water main
- WIRC 2026-2027 membership at an annual cost of $15,997.20
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City Council Chambers
May 4, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Proclamation
Stamp Out Hunger
Approve
Minutes from April 20, 2026
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-09
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Food Truck Friday Event
26-4030
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WIRC 2026-2027 Membership
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Bills and Advance
Checks
Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
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Ordinance
Remove Class A-1 Liquor License (First Reading)
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Ordinance
Disposal of Surplus City Property (First Reading)
Bids, Petitions and Communications
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Bid
Miscellaneous Sidewalk Replacement Projects
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Bid
Demolition of 10 City Owned Properties
26-3017
Bid
Termination of Bid Approval for 647 Maple Avenue
26-3018
Bid
Demolition and Clean-up of 647 Maple Avenue
City Manager’s Report
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Miscellaneous Business (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
26-4031
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Municipal Maintenance Agreement with IDOT for the
Sibley Underpass Pumps
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Engineering Agreement for Oquawka Water Transmission
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Bills
Closing Comments
Adjournment
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Mon Apr 27, 2026
April 21 2026 - Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
Commission to consider setback variance for two pergolas at 1195 N Broad St.
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a setback variance for two pergolas at 1195 N Broad St. The Development Review Committee recommended approval of a reduced setback of 8.75 feet. The meeting will also include approving minutes and updating past commission items.
- Public Hearing: Setback variance for two pergolas, 1195 N Broad St.
- Approve Minutes of the March 24, 2026 meeting
- Update Past Planning and Zoning Commission items
- Receive General citizen comments
- PZ-26-0401 Public Hearing: Setback variance, 1195 N Broad St.
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Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
City Council Chambers
City Hall, 55 W Tompkins St
April 21, 2026
A G E N D A
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Minutes of the March 24, 2026 meeting
Update
Past Planning and Zoning Commission items
Receive
General citizen comments
PZ-26-0401
Public Hearing
Setback variance, 1195 N Broad St.
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF GALESBURG CITY HALL
55 W TOMPKINS ST, GALESBURG, IL
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Ardennia Leahy, Mark Lee, Carla Markwart, Steve McKelvie, Jason
Paulsgrove, Mark Thomas, 6.
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Katina Cochrane, 1.
OTHERS PRESENT:
Steve Gugliotta AICP-Director of Community Development.
Chairperson declared quorum present.
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April 20 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
Council to vote on selling 13 vacant lots and applying for $3.5M in transit grants
The Galesburg City Council will conduct final readings on ordinances to sell 13 surplus city-owned lots and reduce the speed limit on South Lake Storey Road. It will also hold a first reading on a transit grant application totaling $3.5 million for public transportation services. Additionally, the council will consider bids for water piping replacement and traffic paint, and an intergovernmental agreement to purchase a used Jet-Vac truck.
- Sale of 13 surplus city-owned lots with minimum bids of $100 (most parcels) and $10,000 for 2069 Windish Drive
- Speed limit reduction on South Lake Storey Road from 45 mph to 35 mph over 2,700 feet west of Henderson Street
- Transit grant applications for $3,574,775 in federal and state funds for fixed-route and paratransit services
- Bid award of $117,770 to Mechanical Services of Galesburg Inc. for water piping replacement at the Public Safety Building
- Intergovernmental cooperation agreement to purchase a used 2019 Vactor 2100 Plus Jet-Vac truck for $150,000
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City Council Chambers
April 20, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Proclamation
Arbor Day 2026
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Minutes from April 6, 2026
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-08
26-6004
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Appointment Memo, Landmark Commission
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Bills and Advance
Checks
Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
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Ordinance
Sale of Surplus City Owned Real Estate (Final Reading)
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Ordinance
Change to the South Lake Storey Road Speed Limit (Final
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Authorize Application for Section 5311 and Downstate
Operating
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Funding
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Support
Public
Transportation Services (First Reading)
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Resolution
Authorize Transit Grant Applications (Section 5311 and
DOAP) and Approval of Special Warranty 5333(b) and
Required Assurances
Bids, Petitions and Communications
26-3013
Bid
PSB Water Piping Replacement
26-3014
Bid
Traffic Paint
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City Manager’s Report
Miscellaneous Business (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
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Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement for Purchase
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April 6 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
Galesburg Council considers sale of 13 city-owned lots and street sealcoating bids
The City Council will discuss the sale of surplus real estate and a speed limit reduction on South Lake Storey Road. The body is also reviewing bids for city hall repairs and street maintenance, as well as a bus service agreement.
- Proposed sale of 13 vacant city-owned lots, including 2069 Windish Drive with a $10,000 minimum bid
- Bid from Otto Baum Company Inc for $89,225 for City Hall exterior masonry repairs
- Bids from Gunther Construction for $286,736.50 (city streets) and $63,889.45 (park streets) for sealcoating
- Proposed license agreement with Flix North America, Inc. for $300 monthly for the depot at 225 South Seminary Street
- Proposed speed limit reduction from 45 mph to 35 mph on South Lake Storey Road
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City Council Chambers
April 6, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Approve
Minutes from March 16, 2026
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-07
26-2009
Resolution
2026 River 2 River Car Show
26-5003
Receive
Wrecker Application & 2026 Rates for Cantrell’s Towing
26-6003
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Appointment Memo, Planning & Zoning Commission
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Bills and Advance
Checks
Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
26-1006
Ordinance
Sale of Surplus City Owned Real Estate (First Reading)
26-1007
Ordinance
Change to the South Lake Storey Road Speed Limit (First
Reading)
Bids, Petitions and Communications
26-3010
Bid
City Hall Exterior Masonry Repairs
26-3011
Bid
2026 Sealcoating of City Streets
26-3012
Bid
2026 Sealcoating of Park Streets
City Manager’s Report
Miscellaneous Business (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
26-4025
Approve
License Agreement with Flix North America, Inc. for city
owned depot at 225 South Seminary Street
Galesburg City Council meetings are streamed live on the City’s website and Comcast channel 7.
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Minor Plat of the 144 North Broad Street Subdivision
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Final 2025 Budget Adjustments
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Tue Mar 24, 2026
March 24 2026 - Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
Public hearing on solar panel variance at 1037 Willard St
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a variance to allow a 676.34 sq ft ground-mounted solar energy system at 1037 Willard St (exceeding the 200 sq ft limit) and on a minor plat for the 144 N Broad Street Subdivision. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and general citizen comments.
- PZ-26-0301: Public hearing on variance for area covered by a private ground-mounted solar energy system at 1037 Willard St (requested 676.34 sq ft vs. 200 sq ft maximum)
- PZ-26-0302: Public hearing on minor plat of the 144 N Broad Street Subdivision
- Development Review Committee recommended approval of the solar variance (up to 630 sq ft; recommendation unchanged after applicant requested 676.34 sq ft)
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Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
City Council Chambers
City Hall, 55 W Tompkins St
March 24, 2026
A G E N D A
Approve
Minutes of the January 13, 2026 meeting
Update
Past Planning and Zoning Commission items
Receive
General citizen comments
PZ-26-0301
Public Hearing
Variance of area covered by ground solar energy system, 1037
Willard St.
PZ-26-0302
Public Hearing
Minor Plat of the 144 N. Broad Street Subdivision
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MINUTES
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF GALESBURG CITY HALL
55 W TOMPKINS ST, GALESBURG, IL
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Ardennia Leahy, Mark Lee, Carla Markwart, Steve McKelvie, Jason
Paulsgrove, 5.
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Katina Cochrane, Mark Thomas, 2.
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Mon Mar 16, 2026
March 16 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
Galesburg City Council to consider emergency demolition and liquor license updates
The City Council will discuss updating emergency demolition standards and increasing the number of Class A-1 liquor licenses for a new restaurant. The body is also reviewing energy aggregation agreements and several equipment purchases for city divisions.
- Proposed amendment to Chapter 94 to replace percentage-based demolition thresholds with a public-safety standard
- First reading of an ordinance to add a Class A-1 liquor license for Evgenia at 41 South Seminary Street
- Land exchange of approximately one-quarter acre near 1721 S. Lake Storey Road for a shared-use path
- Bid of $34,000 to Aramsco Inc. for a trailer attenuator and arrow board for the Water Division
- Facade grant not to exceed $40,000 for Weinberg Arcade, LLC at 64 S. Prairie Street
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City Council Meeting Agenda
City Council Chambers
March 16, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Approve
Minutes from March 2, 2026
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-06
26-6002
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Appointment Memo, Golf Advisory Commission
26-8005
Bills and Advance
Checks
Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
26-1003
Ordinance
26-1004
Ordinance
26-1005
Ordinance
Amendment to Chapter 94 Regarding Emergency
Demolitions (Final Reading)
Approve Class A-1 Liquor License (First Reading)
Land Exchange near Lake Storey in Support of the
Shared-Use Path (First Reading)
26-2008
Resolution
Authorizing Execution of a Service Agreement with the
Lowest Responsible Bidder for Energy Aggregation
Bids, Petitions and Communications
26-3008
Bid
Trailer Attenuator & Arrow Board for Water Division
26-3009
Bid
City Phones & Equipment Replacement
City Manager’s Report
Miscellaneous Business (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
26-4024
Approve
Facade Grant Agreement with Weinberg Arcade, LLC,
64 S. Prairie Street
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Town Business
26-9005
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Annual Town Meeting Agenda
26-9006
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Bills
Closing Comments
Adjournment
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March 2 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
City Council considers $323,000 Cooke Park splash pad installation
The City Council will discuss a proposal for a new splash pad at Cooke Park and a data backup system upgrade. Members will also consider an ordinance amendment to change the criteria for emergency demolitions from a damage percentage to a public-safety standard.
- Proposal for Cooke Park splash pad design and installation by Henley Group LLC for $323,000
- Bid from SHI International Corp. for a consolidated data backup and recovery system for $82,402.71
- Bid from Legacy Corporation of Illinois for wood waste removal on Pickard Road for $27,400
- Resolution to reserve $3,954,015 in 2026 Private Activity Bonding Authority
- First reading of an ordinance amendment to Chapter 94 regarding emergency demolitions
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City Council Meeting Agenda
City Council Chambers
March 2, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Approve
Minutes from February 16, 2026
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-05
26-2007
Resolution
Reserving the City’s 2026 Private Activity Bonding
Authority
26-3005
Bid
2026 Wood Waste Removal
26-5000
Receive
2025 Fire & Police Commission Annual Report
26-5001
Receive
December 31, 2025 Quarterly Investment Schedule
26-8004
Bills and Advance
Checks
Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
26-1003
Ordinance
Amendment to Chapter 94 Regarding Emergency
Demolitions, First Reading
Bids, Petitions and Communications
26-3006
Bid
Design & Installation of Cooke Park Splash Pad
26-3007
Bid
Consolidated Data Backup and Recovery System
City Manager’s Report
Miscellaneous Business (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
Town Business
26-9004
Approve
Bills
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Closing Comments
Adjournment
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
Operating Under Council – Manager Government Since 1957
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February 16 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
City Council to vote on shared-use path funding and transit contracts
The Galesburg City Council will decide on multiple funding resolutions for the South Lake Storey Shared-Use Path project, approve a transit service contract with Knox College, and review a maintenance contract for downtown areas. The meeting also includes votes on water meter purchases, a business park lease extension, and software upgrades for city departments.
- Approve $117,943.95 for South Lake Storey Shared-Use Path Phase I construction
- Approve $17,000 for South Lake Storey Shared-Use Path Phase II engineering
- Renew Knox College transit service contract for $4,000 (March 2026–June 2027)
- Extend Business Park cash rent lease agreement for 170.5 acres at $321/acre
- Purchase enterprise scheduling software for $269,133.57 over seven years
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City Council Chambers
February 16, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Approve
Minutes from February 2, 2026
Oath of Office
Swearing-in Ward 3 Council Appointee
Roll Call
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-04
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Resolution
2026 Railroad Days
26-2005
Resolution
Funding Resolution, South Lake Storey Shared-Use Path –
Phase I, Construction
26-2006
Resolution
Funding Resolution, South Lake Storey Shared-Use Path –
Phase II, Engineering
26-4013
Approve
2026 Water Meter Supply
26-4014
Approve
2026 Water Meters for Resale
26-4015
Approve
Knox College Transit Service Contract
26-4016
Approve
Addendum, Business Park Cash Rent Lease Agreement
26-5000
Receive
Wrecker Applications & Rates for 2026 Rotation List
26-8003
Bills and Advance
Checks
Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
26-1002
Ordinance
Remove Class A Liquor License (Craft)
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Bids, Petitions and Communications
26-3004
Bid
Enterprise Scheduling and Time Entry Software
City Manager’s Report
February Traffic Advisory Committee Report
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February 2 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
City Council considers $650,000 resurfacing project and South Street underpass grant
The City Council will discuss infrastructure improvements, including a resurfacing project and a grant application for the South Street railroad underpass. The body is also deciding on zoning map updates, parking restrictions on Willard Street, and two minor plat subdivisions.
- MFT Resolution of $650,000 for 2026 Intermittent Resurfacing Project on Simmons, South Broad, and Cedar Streets
- BUILD Grant application for South Street railroad underpass planning study estimated at $3,650,000
- Bid of $19,989.18 to D & D Pavement Solutions, Inc. for parking lot seal coating
- Ordinance to prohibit parking on the east side of Willard Street from Fifer Street to Yates Street during school hours
- Minor Plats for Davis & Sons Storage Subdivision and Ladner Land Subdivision
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City Council Meeting Agenda
City Council Chambers
February 2, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Presentation
Honoring the Retirement of K9 Officer Zeus
Approve
Minutes from January 20, 2026
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-03
26-2002
Resolution
MFT Resolution for 2026 Intermittent Resurfacing Project
26-3003
Bid
2026 Parking Lot Seal Coat
26-4006
Approve
Updated Zoning Map
26-4007
Approve
Flood Insurance Renewal
26-4008
Approve
Engineering Services for 2026 Material Testing
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Bills and Advance
Checks
Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
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Ordinance
Prohibit Parking Along East side of Willard Street from Fifer
Street to Yates Street during School Hours (Final Reading)
26-2003
Resolution
Support of Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage
Development (BUILD) Grant
Bids, Petitions and Communications
City Manager’s Report
Miscellaneous Business (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
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26-4009
Approve
Retirement of K9 Officer Zeus
26-4010
Approve
Minor Plat of the Davis & Sons Storage Subdivision
26-4011
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Minor Plat of the Ladner Land Subdivision
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January 20 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
City Council to vote on street sealcoating, rail grant, and parking changes
The Galesburg, IL City Council will meet on January 20, 2026, to approve minutes from the previous meeting, hear public comment, and act on several ordinances and resolutions. Key decisions include finalizing a street sealcoating resolution, designating stop intersections, and supporting a federal-state rail grant. The Council will also review bids, approve appointments, and consider redeveloper and storm sewer agreements.
- Final reading of ordinance designating stop intersections at North Street for Highland Avenue and Marston Avenue
- First reading of ordinance prohibiting parking along East Willard Street during school hours
- Resolution supporting Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail (FSP) Grant
- Bid for demolition of 363 East South Street
- Redeveloper agreement with Judy’s Kitchen, LLC at 51 North Prairie Street
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City Council Chambers
January 20, 2026
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Invocation
Approve Minutes from January 5, 2025
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-02
26-2000 Resolution Supplementary Motor Fuel Tax Resolution for 2026 Street
Sealcoating
26-3000 Bid 2026 Phosphate Inhibitor
26-3001 Bid 2026 Gas Chlorine
26-6000 Approve Appointment Memo, Airport Advisory Commission
26-8001 Bills and Advance
Checks Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
26-1000 Ordinance Stop Intersections Designation at North Street for Highland
Avenue and Marston Avenue (Final Reading)
26-1001 Ordinance Prohibit Parking Along East side of Willard Street from Fifer
Street to Yates Street during School Hours (First Reading)
26-2001 Resolution Support of Federal-State Partnership for Intercity
Passenger Rail (FSP) Grant
Bids, Petitions and Communications
26-3002 Bid Demolition of 363 East South Street
City Manager’s Report
January 2026 Traffic Advisory Committee Report
Galesburg City Council meetings are streamed live on the City’s website and Comcast channel 7.
Miscellaneous Business (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
26-4004 Approve Redeveloper Agreement with Judy’s Kitchen, LLC –
51 North Prairie Street
26-4005 Approve Agreement with Western Illinois Regional Council (WIRC)
for Administration of Storm Sewer Grant
Town Business
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January 13 2026 - Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
Commission to vote on solar farm at Galesburg airport
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use permit for a 2-megawatt community solar installation at 275 Lloyd Stearman Drive, on airport property. The Development Review Committee has recommended approval. The commission will also consider minor plats for two storage and land subdivisions.
- Public hearing on special use permit for community solar installation at 275 Lloyd Stearman Drive (airport property)
- Public hearing on minor plat of Davis and Sons Storage Subdivision at 688 US Hwy 150 E and 671 Knox Rd 1400 N
- Public hearing on minor plat of Ladner Land Subdivision at 123-129 Knox Hwy 31
- Approval of minutes from December 16, 2025 meeting
- Update on past Planning and Zoning Commission items
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Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
City Council Chambers
City Hall, 55 W Tompkins St
January 13, 2026
A G E N D A
Approve
Minutes of the December 16, 2025 meeting
Update
Past Planning and Zoning Commission items
Receive
General citizen comments
PZ-26-0101
Public Hearing
Special Use request to allow a community solar installation,
275 Lloyd Stearman Drive.
PZ-26-0102
Public Hearing
Minor Plat of the Davis and Sons Storage Subdivision, 688 US
Hwy 150 E and 671 Knox Rd 1400 N.
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Public Hearing
Minor Plat of the Ladner Land Subdivision, 123-129 Knox Hwy
31.
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MINUTES
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF GALESBURG CITY HALL
55 W TOMPKINS ST, GALESBURG, IL
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
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Mon Jan 5, 2026
January 5 2026 - Galesburg, IL City Council meeting
Council to vote on demolishing 7 hazardous properties, leasing 14 vehicles
The Galesburg City Council will consider several items at its January 5, 2026 meeting, including approving the demolition of seven hazardous properties, a five-year vehicle lease with Enterprise Fleet Management for $144,658 annually, and a property tax assessment freeze for historic residences. The council will also hold a first reading on designating stop intersections at Highland Avenue and Marston Avenue at North Street.
- Approve demolition process for 7 hazardous properties: 334 N Chambers St, 900 Monmouth Blvd, 63 Sumner St, 272 S Pearl St, 742 Phillips St, 39 S Chambers St, 559 N Cherry St
- Approve 5-year lease with Enterprise Fleet Management for 14 vehicles at $144,658/year ($723,289 total)
- Approve property tax assessment freeze for historic residences (program since 1989)
- Approve renewal of Assured Partners risk management contract at $35,000 for 2026
- First reading: ordinance to designate stop intersections at Highland Avenue and Marston Avenue at North Street
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January 5, 2026
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City Council Agenda
City Council Meeting Agenda
City Council Chambers
January 5, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Approve
Minutes from December 15, 2025
Public Comment
Consent Agenda #2026-01
26-4000
Approve
Property Tax Assessment Freeze for Historic Residences
26-4001
Approve
Renewal of Assured Partners Risk Management Consulting
& Insurance Brokerage Services
26-8000
Bills and Advance
Checks
Approval and Warrants Drawn in Payment of Same
Passage of Ordinances and Resolutions
26-1000
Ordinance
Stop Intersections Designation at North Street for Highland
Avenue and Marston Avenue (First Reading)
Bids, Petitions and Communications
City Manager’s Report
December Traffic Advisory Committee Report
Miscellaneous Business (Agreements, Approvals, Etc.)
26-4002
Approve
Initiation of Property Demolition Process
26-4003
Approve
Enterprise Fleet Management Lease Agreement
Town Business
26-9000
Approve
Bills
Closing Comments
Galesburg City Council meetings are streamed live on the City’s website and Comcast channel 7.
Adjournment
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
Operating Under Council – Manager Government Since 1957
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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.
| $21,978 | MOBILITY PLUS, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · HARMAR HIGHLANDER II VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT |
| $20,990 | MOBILITY PLUS, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · PROS STAIRLIFT |
| $20,678 | MOBILITY PLUS, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT |
| $20,577 | MOBILITY PLUS, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT |
| $20,473 | MOBILITY PLUS, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT |
| $20,396 | MOBILITY PLUS, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT |
| $18,057 | MOBILITY PLUS, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · VPL 400: HARMAR HIGHLANDER II VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT |
| $17,990 | MOBILITY PLUS, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · PROS VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT |
| $17,716 | MOBILITY PLUS, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · VPL400 - HARMAR HIGHLANDER II VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT |
| $17,000 | MOBILITY PLUS, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · CSL590-22-24 - HARMAR HELIX CUSTOM CURVED STAIR LIFT |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Kalamazoo 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.
Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2023)
Business establishments5,704 (114,065 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,181/mo (11 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy13.8% (low numeracy 23% · 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.
$1.7M
Annual budget
$762K
Debt outstanding
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$1.7M
Spending$1.7M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load
Outstanding debt$762K
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 useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.