Alton City Council Meeting on Jun 12, 2024

This City of Alton City Council meeting held on June 12th covered a range of important topics and decisions. The meeting began with a roll call, noting six members present and one absent. After the Pledge of Allegiance, the council approved the minutes from the May 22nd meeting and proceeded with various reports and resolutions.

Key points included the Police Department's May 2024 report, the Fire Department's estimated fire loss report for May, and the Comptroller's revenue and expenditure report for the period ending May 31st, 2024. The council also discussed and approved several resolutions, including the execution of a permit for decorative bridge lighting on the Clark Bridge and a government lease purchase agreement with Huntington Bank.

Other notable resolutions included authorizing Pride Incorporated to install a sunflower garden at a city-owned property, designating an honorary street sign for Viola Jackson, and authorizing the disbursement of American Rescue Plan Act funds for city priority projects.

Public forum speakers raised concerns about property conditions and ordinance enforcement, and the council addressed these issues. The meeting concluded with the acceptance of various committee reports and first readings of new ordinances related to city infrastructure and maintenance.

Overall, the council made significant progress on several city initiatives, reflecting their commitment to improving community infrastructure and addressing resident concerns.