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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Belleville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
West Belleville Bike Trail
The council will consider spending $105,800 with Oates Associates to design a shared-use path from Abraham Lincoln Elementary School to Memorial Drive, funded through TIF 3 under the Safe Routes to School program.
Bicentennial Park dam inspection
A $2,500 inspection of the Bicentennial Park dam was proposed to assess the structure's condition.
OSLAD grant application
Resolution 3583 would let the city apply for state Open Space Lands Acquisition & Development grant money for FY2027 — potential funds for parks and open space at little local cost.
Hough and Rotary Park improvements
Two park projects were up for funding: design work at Hough and Rotary Parks (TIF 3 money) and an asphalt trail extension at Bicentennial Park (TIF 16 money) — together about $123,500.
6th Street Heritage Park
An update on the 6th Street Heritage Park project was scheduled, part of the city's preservation and public-space efforts.
Bicentennial Park asphalt trail extension
A proposed $84,584.02 contract with Gleeson Asphalt Inc. to extend the asphalt trail at Bicentennial Park, paid from TIF 16 funds. No outcome is on record.
Laderman Park playground
The board was to review an email from Katie Lanius and Tim Hammond about the Laderman Park Trail.
Belleville History Field Day and Lincoln walking tour
Keith Owens announced a free guided walking tour, "The Day Lincoln Came to Town," debuting June 20 during the Belleville History Field Day, with school curricula and tourism tie-ins planned. The council approved the associated street closure.
Easter crosses on the Public Square
A resident asked why Easter crosses haven't been displayed on the square for two years and urged their return alongside the Christmas display.