Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Jacob Helms’s organization
Oct 14, 2025·BoardMeeting
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City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting
The City Council meeting included updates from the Public Works and Personnel Committees, as well as the Finance Committee's review of the financial report. A Hydrant Flow Test Meter purchase was approved. The council discussed an update on the MSA project, an amendment for the IHDA Strong Communities Program, an update to the schedule of fees for city services and licenses, and the status of transferring high school property to the city. They also discussed the creation of a Fire Protection District and the possibility of a leash ordinance in Savanna. The council moved finance and council meetings from November 11th to November 12th. An executive session was held to discuss the setting of a price for the sale or lease of city-owned property.
Sep 23, 2025·BoardMeeting
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City Council Minutes of The Regular Meeting
The council addressed several topics, including an update on a water leak on Fourth Street, which has been repaired. They approved Warrant #5A for additional invoices related to an IT project and approved a request to use Insurance Funds for IT invoices due to cybersecurity risks. The council also approved an Intersection Solicitors License for the Savanna Lions Club. An amendment regarding the IHDA Strong Communities Program was tabled. Mayor Gunnarsson announced his retirement at the end of December, and there was a discussion about a fire pit at the Boo Bash.
Sep 9, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
City Council Minutes of The Regular Meeting
The council addressed several key items, including a resolution and intergovernmental agreement with the School District on the transfer of title to the High School Building and Grounds. They discussed monthly financial, police, fire, and public works reports. The council also reviewed IT services with Manage Solutions Group and considered a resolution to reduce the number of alderpersons. Additionally, they discussed a proclamation for the Knights of Columbus Intellectual Disabilities Fund Drive, a committee on repurposing the high school, and a modification of the Class A Liquor License for Poopy's. An update on Pool 13 building demolition and docks was provided.
Aug 26, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
City Council Minutes of The Regular Meeting
The council meeting included updates from the TIF Investment Committee and the Public Safety Committee, discussing TIF projects and the potential hiring of a Fire Inspector. The council approved an ordinance for a Budget Officer and resolutions for Halloween festivities. Discussions were held regarding reducing the number of Alderpersons and a change order for the Lift Station Project was approved. An Ad Hoc Abandoned Building Committee was created. The council discussed a grocery tax and a partial reimbursement for demolition expenses. Following an executive session, the council voted to take title of Savanna High School.
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