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Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
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City Council Meeting Minutes
The council meeting included a public hearing regarding the establishment of the Southwest Corridors Business District 2. Key business included the approval of Northeast Business District improvement grants for two properties, authorization for administrative review of a special use permit for Laura Buick GMC Inc, and approval of an ordinance allowing the city to bid on tax-delinquent properties. Additionally, the council passed a resolution adopting the Illinois Municipal League Civility Pledge and held a closed session to discuss pending or threatened litigation.
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The council meeting featured several presentations, including scholarship recognitions from the Collinsville Area Community Foundation, the presentation of an EMS Force Award, and the formal recognition of police department promotions and new officer hires. Legislative actions included the authorization of an agreement with Electrico Inc. for street light pole replacements, a three-year software agreement for the Parks and Recreation Department, and a subordination agreement regarding a redevelopment project. Additionally, the council amended a redevelopment agreement for the Old Herald Brewery and Distillery Complex to permit professional services and updated the local liquor code regarding kitchen and restaurant standards.
Dec 23, 2025·StrategicPlan
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City of Collinsville Capital Improvement Plan 2026
The Capital Improvement Plan for the City of Collinsville outlines a strategic approach to guide significant capital investments in 2026. This plan is developed under the guidance of the City Council's seven strategic goals, which include preserving and improving neighborhoods, maintaining and attracting high-quality housing, encouraging tourism and economic development, investing in public utilities and infrastructure, enhancing parks and recreation, improving public safety, and supporting excellent municipal services. The CIP details projects aimed at forecasting capital costs, funding, and timing for these large-scale initiatives to achieve the city's long-term planning objectives.
Oct 14, 2025·BoardMeeting
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City Council Update
The City Council held a follow-up discussion regarding PFAS at the water treatment plant. The aim was to update the community and address questions from the last meeting. The presentation covered a timeline, PFAS testing, health advisories and regulations, public communications, actions taken by the city, water plant retrofit options, PFAS class action litigation, the enterprise fund and water rates, and assistance program efforts. The council also discussed the reasons why the new water plant was not designed to remove PFAS.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
