City Council
Oct 12, 2026
The lede
- The City Council approved $121,226 for construction services on the Allen Street Pond Outlet to River Project, expected to run from fall 2026 through spring 2027.
- The council approved $244,500 in repairs to the Main Street Bridge expansion joints, with the bridge remaining open during construction, and an additional $22,560 for construction engineering services.
- Two residents spoke against a data center and “Project Hawkeye” during public comment.
- The council accepted a $750 donation from Townhomes of Cedar Village for police K9 unit supplies.
Decisions & votes
Allen Street Pond Outlet to River Project — Construction Services
Approved a proposal from CES, Inc. for construction services not to exceed $121,226, to be paid with capital funds. The project is expected to start fall 2026 and be completed by spring 2027.
Vote: 8–0 (Albertini, Frank, Gramkowski, Hoiness, McGee, Montalbano, Peterson, Stevens voting yes)
Main Street Bridge Expansion Joint Replacement — Resolution
Forwarded to City Council a resolution for improvement under the Illinois Highway Code for expansion joint replacement in the amount of $244,500, to be paid with MFT funds. The bridge will remain open during work.
Vote: Voice vote, approved
Main Street Bridge Expansion Joint Replacement — Bid Award
Approved the low bid from Path Construction Company, Inc. for $244,500, to be paid from MFT funds.
Vote: Voice vote, approved
Main Street Bridge Expansion Joint Repair — Construction Services
Approved a construction engineering service agreement with Hampton, Lenzini & Renwick, Inc. not to exceed $22,560, to be paid from MFT funds. The need for repair was identified in a Bridge Condition Report during regular inspections.
Vote: Voice vote, approved
K9 Unit Donation
Accepted a $750 donation from Townhomes of Cedar Village for supplies and equipment for the police K9 unit.
Vote: Voice vote, approved
Discussion items
Kevin Cavanaugh from Lauterbach & Amen presented actuarial valuations and tax levy requests for both the Belvidere Police Pension Board and the Belvidere Fire Pension Board. No motions were required; the presentations were for information only.
Building Director Craig Wilcox, Community Development Planner Gina DelRose, and Public Works Director Jordan Keck each provided departmental updates.
The council canceled a planned executive session on collective bargaining matters.
Financial / operational notes
The Main Street Bridge repairs totaling $267,060 ($244,500 for construction plus $22,560 for engineering services) will be funded through MFT (Motor Fuel Tax) funds.
The Allen Street Pond Outlet to River Project construction services costing $121,226 will be paid from capital funds.