Pinckneyville public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider a tax levy for the Pinckneyville Public Library and a water main replacement project. The body is also reviewing employment contracts for the Chief of Police, City Clerk, and Economic Development Coordinator.

• Ordinance O-2024-15 levying taxes for the Pinckneyville Public Library
• Contract for IL-154 and Fairground Road water main replacement with Haier Plumbing and Heating, Inc.
• Purchase of one Vehicle Radio Repeater from Roy Walker Communications for $2,827.00
• Resolution R-2024-54 establishing School Speed Zones
• Resolution R-2024-48 for a Certified Water Operator Services Agreement with Albers Water Services, LLC

The Pinckneyville City Council approved several items, including a $2,827 police vehicle radio repeater, a 20-mph school speed zone around St. Bruno School, and contracts for water operator services and a water main replacement project. They also approved employment contracts for the police chief, city clerk, and economic development coordinator, and set the 2025 meeting calendar. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Commissioner Kuhnert absent.

• Approved purchase of vehicle radio repeater from Roy Walker Communications for $2,827 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-54 establishing 20-mph school speed zone around St. Bruno School (4-0)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-56 for Certified Water Operator Services Agreement with Albers Water Services, LLC (4-0)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-52 awarding water main replacement contract to Haier Plumbing & Heating, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-53 for 2025 Motor Fuel Tax Maintenance Program at $230,000 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-2024-15 levying taxes for Pinckneyville Public Library (4-0)
• Approved 2025 City Council meeting calendar (4-0)
• Approved employment contracts for Police Chief Kenneth L. Kelley, City Clerk Melissa S. Kellerman, and Economic Development Coordinator Carrie Gilliam (4-0)

Public Hearing - Library Truth in Taxation Hearing

The City of Pinckneyville is holding a public hearing regarding a proposed tax increase for the Pinckneyville Public Library. This increase applies to the fiscal year starting May 1, 2024, and ending April 30, 2025.

• Public hearing for proposed Pinckneyville Public Library tax increase

The City held a public hearing for a proposed tax increase for the Pinckneyville Public Library, from $52,550.70 to $66,000.00, a 25.59% increase. The ordinance will be filed at the next City Council meeting and voted on December 23, 2024. Public comment supported the increase. The hearing was closed unanimously.

• Closed public hearing for library tax levy increase (unanimous)
• Proposed library tax levy increase from $52,550.70 to $66,000.00 (25.59%)

City Council

The Pinckneyville City Council will consider several resolutions, including a contract for the IL-154 and Fairground Road water main replacement project. Other items include acceptance of a bid for a mini‑pumper fire truck, a water operator services agreement, a $25,500 plumbing repair estimate for the Gordon Street lift station, and tax ordinances for the city and public library. The council will also vote on employment contracts for the City Clerk and the Economic Development Coordinator/Zoning Administrator. Executive sessions will address employee matters, litigation, and other confidential topics.

• Resolution R-2024-51: accept bid from Sentinel Emergency Solutions for a mini‑pumper fire truck
• Resolution R-2024-48: authorize Certified Water Operator Services Agreement with Albers Water Services
• Approval of $25,500 estimate from Haier Plumbing & Heating for Gordon Street lift station pump repair
• Resolution R-2024-52: award contract to Haier Plumbing for IL-154 and Fairground Road water main replacement
• Ordinances O-2024-14 and O-2024-15: levy taxes for city corporate purposes and the public library for FY 2024‑2025

The Pinckneyville City Council approved several items, including a $25,500 repair for the Gordon Street lift station, a contract for the IL-154 and Fairground Road water main replacement, and tax levies for corporate purposes and the public library. It also approved employment contracts for the City Clerk and Economic Development Coordinator/Zoning Administrator with specified pay rates. The council moved to executive session to discuss personnel and litigation, then returned and approved the contracts.

• Approved minutes of November 25, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved treasurer's report (5-0)
• Approved accounts payable with added invoices totaling $903.17 (5-0)
• Approved $25,500 repair for Gordon Street lift station auxiliary pump (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-52 for water main replacement contract with Haier Plumbing & Heating (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-2024-14 for corporate tax levy (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-49 for City Clerk employment contract with backpay and raises (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-50 for Economic Development Coordinator employment contract (5-0)

City Council

The council will vote on a proposal to purchase a fire pumper truck for $462,858. It will also consider an $11,792.86 emergency pipe repair at the Gordon Street Lift Station and a request to assign a Lead Worker for the Sewer Department. Additional items include insurance coverage resolutions, an ordinance levying corporate taxes for the fiscal year May 1 2024 – April 30 2025, and approval of $4,050 in employee gift certificates. Executive sessions will address personnel matters, litigation, and property issues.

• Purchase of fire pumper truck from Sentinel – $462,858.00
• Emergency pipe repair by C and C Pumps at Gordon Street Lift Station – $11,792.86
• Approval of gift certificates for city employees – $4,050.00 total
• Resolution authorizing insurance coverage with Sheffer Insurance Agency via Illinois Counties Risk Management Trust
• Ordinance levying corporate taxes for fiscal year May 1 2024 – April 30 2025

City Council

The City Council will consider tax levy estimates for the city and public library for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2025. The body is also deciding on a wastewater operator agreement and a bid for curb replacement on South Main Street.

• Resolution R-2024-46 and R-2024-47: Tax levy estimates for the City and Pinckneyville Public Library
• Resolution R-2024-41: Wastewater Operator Service Agreement with Albers Water Services, LLC
• Resolution R-2024-42: Bid from Samron Midwest Contracting for South Main Street curb and entrance reconstruction
• Ordinance O-2024-12: Purchase contract for real property at 701 Penina Street
• Ordinance O-2024-13: Establishing the name of Soccer Park Road

City Council

The Pinckneyville City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a purchase contract for the 701 Penina Street property sold at the 2024 Perry County Tax Sale. Other items include equipment for a new police squad car, a heating system replacement, and curb reconstruction on South Main Street. Executive sessions will address employee matters, real‑property transactions, and litigation. Public comment and the meeting adjournment will conclude the session.

• Approve $2,767.00 purchase of equipment for a new police squad car (Ray O’Herron) from the Police Fund
• Approve $10,700.00 replacement of heating system #2 (J.C.’s Air Conditioning & Refrigeration)
• Approve purchase contract for real property at 701 Penina Street (2024 Perry County Tax Sale)
• Approve reconstruction of entrances and curb replacement along east side of South Main Street (bid from Samron Midwest Contracting)
• Approve façade improvement grant funds for Julia Woolsey, D/B/A The Works

City Council

The Pinckneyville City Council will consider several approvals, including a $71,925 contract with IMCO to install line stops or insta‑valves for fire hydrant replacement. Other items include a $34,830.35 purchase from Core & Main for fire‑hydrant parts, a $3,546.05 emergency repair of the S&L pump, and a resolution to enter an intergovernmental agreement for a School Resource Officer. The council will also vote on a visibility easement for 204 North Main Street and hold executive sessions on personnel, security, and litigation matters.

• Resolution R-2024-40 authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Pinckneyville School District #50 for a School Resource Officer
• Emergency repair approval for the S&L pump at a cost of $3,546.05 from the Sewer Fund
• Purchase approval from Core & Main for fire‑hydrant parts totaling $34,830.35 from Water Capital Outlay
• Contract approval with IMCO for line stops or insta‑valves up to $71,925.00 from Water Capital Outlay
• Ordinance O-2024-10 approving a visibility easement for 204 North Main Street

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to discuss personnel matters. The body will consider a request to hire a recommended applicant for the Wastewater Operator position.

• Request to hire recommended applicant for Wastewater Operator position
• Executive Session regarding employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal

City Council

The City Council will review requests for equipment purchases, including a police vehicle and mower. The body is also discussing holiday operating hours for liquor licenses and street closures for community events.

• Purchase of a 2024 Dodge Durango Police Pursuit for $47,298.00
• Purchase of a Grasshopper 725D mower for $13,865.00
• Request to close North Sullivan Street for Trunk-N-Treat on October 25, 2024
• Chlorine feed system replacement at the wastewater plant for $3,582.00
• Emergency generator repair at City Lake for $4,157.94

City Council

The Pinckneyville City Council will consider sealed‑bid offers to buy real estate at 701 Duckworth Street and 705 South Douglas Street. A resolution will be considered to accept a quote from CDS Technologies for a new network server and related upgrades. The council will also review a request to purchase water‑testing equipment costing $22,712.88. Public comment and other routine items will follow.

• Accept or reject sealed‑bid offer for 701 Duckworth Street
• Accept or reject sealed‑bid offer for 705 South Douglas Street
• Resolution R-2024-39 to accept CDS Technologies quote for network server upgrade
• Purchase of 4 Turbidimeters and 2 Controllers from Hach for $22,712.88
• Eagles Lodge request to close part of West Mulberry Street for BBQ contest on Oct 19, 2024

The Pinckneyville City Council approved all agenda items unanimously, including accepting sealed bid offers for the purchase of real estate at 701 Duckworth Street and 705 South Douglas Street. They also approved the purchase of water treatment equipment, a resolution for network and phone system upgrades, and a street closure request for the Eagles Lodge BBQ contest.

• Approved minutes of Aug 26 public hearing and regular meeting (5-0)
• Approved treasurer's report (5-0)
• Approved accounts payable with $7,291.82 IMGA gas invoice (5-0)
• Approved West Mulberry Street closure for Eagles Lodge BBQ Oct 19 (5-0)
• Approved $22,712.88 purchase of turbidimeters and controllers from Hach (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-39 for CDS Technologies network/phone upgrade (5-0)
• Accepted sealed bid for 701 Duckworth Street real estate (5-0)
• Accepted sealed bid for 705 South Douglas Street real estate (5-0)

Public Hearing

The City of Pinckneyville will hold a public hearing to discuss a federally and state-funded project to replace sidewalks on South Walnut Street from Water Street to Randolph Street with ADA-compliant stamped concrete and pedestrian lighting. The City intends to apply for an Illinois Department of Transportation grant by September 30, 2024.

• Public hearing on South Walnut Street sidewalk replacement
• Project includes ADA-compliant stamped concrete and pedestrian lighting
• City to apply for Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program grant by Sept. 30, 2024

City Council

The Pinckneyville City Council will consider several resolutions, including a collective bargaining agreement with the Laborers’ International Union of North America. Other items include a sidewalk replacement at 710 S. Main Street, a visibility improvement at North Main and Laurel Streets, a lease amendment with Kiwi Solar 2, LLC, and a server upgrade contract with CDS Technologies. The meeting also includes public comment and an executive session on litigation and personnel matters.

• Resolution R-2024-36: accept bid to remove and replace damaged sidewalk at 710 S. Main Street
• Resolution R-2024-37: accept bid to improve visibility at North Main Street and Laurel Street
• Resolution R-2024-38: authorize collective bargaining agreement with Laborers’ International Union of North America
• Ordinance O-2024-09: amend lease agreement with Kiwi Solar 2, LLC
• Resolution R-2024-39: accept quote from CDS Technologies for server replacement and upgrades

City Council

The City Council will discuss a collective bargaining agreement with the Laborers’ International Union and a lease amendment with Kiwi Solar 2, LLC. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure quotes and the vacation of a portion of South Duckworth Street.

• Ordinance O-2024-07 to vacate a portion of South Duckworth Street
• Resolution R-2024-38 for a collective bargaining agreement with Laborers’ Local 773
• Illinois Electric quote for $8,381.00 for Junior High Booster Station VFD replacement
• Municipal Equipment quote for $10,128.13 for backwash pump station control panel
• Resolution R-2024-35 authorizing notice of sale for 707 Belle Avenue

City Council

The City Council will discuss utility repairs for water, sewer, and gas systems. The body is also considering an ordinance to vacate a portion of South Duckworth Street and a lease agreement for office space in the Community Center.

• Ordinance O-2024-07 to vacate a portion of South Duckworth Street
• Quotes for lift station pump: $5,500.00 for new or $3,079.38 for repair
• Quote of $4,781.65 for valve replacement on Blue Bunting Road
• Quotes from Illinois Electric Works for pump repairs: $2,480.00 and $13,460.00
• Resolution R-2024-34 to lease Community Center office space to Perry County

City Council

The Pinckneyville City Council will meet on July 8, 2024, to consider several items including the sale of municipal properties and streetscape enhancements for South Walnut Street. The agenda also includes a request for a $1,500 donation for Cubfest and a payment estimate for the Mann Drive Reconstruction Project.

• Notice of Sale for 705 South Douglas Street and 701 Duckworth Street
• Grant application for South Walnut Street streetscape enhancements
• $16,059.16 payment to K.R.B. Excavating, Inc. for Mann Drive Reconstruction Project
• $1,500 donation request from the hotel/motel tax fund for Cubfest advertising
• Employment contract for part-time fire chief Curtis Miller

City Council

The Pinckneyville City Council will consider several requests, including road closures for local events and a streetscape enhancement grant. The agenda also includes discussions regarding firefighter wages, intergovernmental agreements, and upcoming road maintenance.

• Request to increase volunteer firefighter wages from $15.00 to $20.00 per hour
• Resolution R-2024-26 for a South Walnut Street streetscape enhancement grant application
• $1,500 donation request from the hotel/motel tax fund for the American Thresherman Association
• Highway Authority Agreement with Southern FS, Inc. for South Duckworth Street remediation
• Road oil and chip work by Illini Asphalt scheduled for July 9, 10, and 11

City Council

The City Council will review a $1,500 donation request for the Perry County Fair and archaeological work for a wastewater facility. The agenda also includes a demolition bid for 202 S. Walnut St. and a security camera system purchase for the Community Center.

• $1,500 donation request from Perry County Ag Society
• Phase III archaeological work proposal for wastewater treatment facility
• Demolition services bid for 202 S. Walnut St. by Hagene Excavating, LLC
• $21,789 security camera system purchase for the Community Center

City Council

The Pinckneyville City Council agenda lists several items for consideration, including equipment purchases, a swimming pool management contract, and an ordinance authorizing cemetery plot sales. The council will also review appointments to the Police Pension Board and bids for community center security cameras and building demolition. Closed executive sessions are scheduled to discuss salary negotiations and pending litigation.

• Resolution R-2024-24: Tax increment financing redevelopment agreement with Interior Designed by Lisa, Inc., and Illinois Corporation
• Ordinance O-2024-05: Amends city code to authorize the cemetery board to sell grave plots
• Security camera system for Community Center ($21,789 plus $30 monthly fee)
• Swimming pool management agreement with Jo C. Summers (Resolution R-2024-23)
• Equipment purchases: Gravely mower ($13,250 from airport fund) and effluent pump drive replacement ($4,664.50 from water fund)

Public Hearing

The City of Pinckneyville will hold a public hearing regarding the FY 24-25 annual budget. The meeting is scheduled for April 24, 2024.

• Public hearing for the FY 24-25 annual budget

City Council

The Pinckneyville City Council will hold a special meeting on April 24, 2024, with an agenda limited to one substantive item. Council members will vote on Ordinance No. O-2024-04 to adopt the annual budget for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2025. Adopting this ordinance sets authorized spending and revenue levels for city operations over the next twelve months.

• Approve Ordinance No. O-2024-04 adopting the FY 2025 annual budget

City Council

The City Council will consider Ordinance No. O-2024-03 regarding revenue estimates for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2025. The agenda includes requests for park fund payments for pickleball court lighting and playground fundraising. The Council will also review street closure requests from St. Bruno Catholic Church.

• Ordinance No. O-2024-03 regarding revenue estimates for fiscal year ending April 30, 2025
• $4,500.00 payment to Kuhnert Electric for pickleball court lighting and installation
• $10,000.00 payment to Unlimited Play for playground fundraising start-up
• Street closure and parking requests from St. Bruno Catholic Church for July 20-21, 2024

City Council

The City Council will review the annual budget and revenue estimates for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2025. The agenda also includes equipment purchases and updates on various city infrastructure projects.

• $67,862.94 sewer camera system purchase from Coe Equipment Inc.
• $5,212.27 park walking track sealcoating by Egyptian Sealcoating
• Parking sign resolution for the north side of Perry County Courthouse on Jackson Street
• Bid review for an Archaeological Phase III Dig for a new wastewater plant
• Appointments to the Library Board and Police Merit Board

City Council

The Pinckneyville City Council will act on several resolutions and an ordinance previously placed on file at a March meeting. Key actions include rezoning city tracts, awarding motor fuel tax road maintenance contracts, accepting demolition bids for three properties, and approving leases for agricultural land, office space, and cemetery mowing services. These decisions affect local land-use rules, street repair funding, and management of city-owned real estate. The council will also address employee time off for the April 8 solar eclipse and hold an executive session covering personnel, property transactions, and litigation.

• Ordinance O-2024-02 rezoning certain tracts and amending the official Zoning Map
• Contracts awarded to Beelman Ready Mix Inc. and Illini Asphalt Corporation for 2024 Motor Fuel Tax Maintenance
• Demolition bid acceptance from Hagene Excavating, LLC for 108 W. Mulberry St., 701 S. Duckworth St., and 705 S. Douglas St.
• Resolution R-2024-20 designating a no-parking zone on Coffman Street
• Leases approved for agricultural use, office space at the Pinckneyville Community Center, and cemetery mowing services

City Council

The Pinckneyville City Council will review several resolutions being placed on file regarding city leases and contracts. The agenda also includes an ordinance to rezone certain real estate tracts and amend the official Zoning Map. Additionally, the council will consider demolition bids for properties on Mulberry, Duckworth, and Douglas streets.

• Ordinance to rezone real estate tracts and amend the official Zoning Map (O-2024-02)
• Demolition bids from Hagene Excavating, LLC for 108 W. Mulberry, 701 S. Duckworth, and 705 S. Douglas streets
• Resolution to authorize 'Slow Children Playing' signs at 510 South Walnut Street (R-2024-16)
• Mowing contract for City Cemetery with Jeffrey Bridges (R-2024-14)
• Lease of office space in the Pinckneyville Community Center to Good Steward Consulting LLC

City Council

The Pinckneyville City Council will review requests for street closures on St. Louis Street and new playground equipment at City Park. The agenda also includes approvals for plumbing repairs, pump maintenance, and several real estate resolutions.

• $6,192.50 invoice from Haier Plumbing for water main repairs north of the courthouse
• $4,841.82 quote from Xylem to repair a 6" Godwin pump on Gordon Street
• Acceptance of real estate conveyance at 108 West Mulberry, 701 Duckworth, and 705 South Douglas Streets
• Street closures on St. Louis Street for an Easter Egg Hunt and solar eclipse viewing
• Presentation regarding new playground equipment at City Park

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding waste service agreements and mowing contracts. The agenda also includes an ordinance to revise water and sewer rates and the setting of the 2024 municipal calendar.

• Ordinance No. O-2024-01 to revise water and sewer rates
• $5,934.00 for two replacement lift station pumps from Municipal Equipment
• $8,500.00 for a 1997 Ford F350 Bucket Truck from Brand Electric
• $4,632.00 for two radios from Logic
• Resolution No. R-2024-05 and R-2024-04 regarding waste service agreements with Perry Ridge Landfill, Inc.

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions, including agreements for waste services and annual audit services. The agenda also includes an ordinance to revise water and sewer rates.

• Ordinance No. O-2024-01 to revise water and sewer rates
• Approval of $9,834.82 quote from USDI for gas meter replacement and stock
• Resolution R-2024-05 for non-hazardous sludge disposal agreement with Perry Ridge Landfill, Inc.
• Resolution R-2024-04 for construction and demolition waste disposal agreement with Perry Ridge Landfill, Inc.
• Resolution R-2024-03 for annual audit services with Rice Sullivan, LLC

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to destroy audio recordings from closed meetings before June 30, 2022, and enter executive session to discuss various matters including utilities.

• Resolution No. R-2024-01 authorizing destruction of old meeting recordings
• Request for reconsideration of sewer charges for Panther Wash Car Wash