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Casey Council Approves Union Contract, Issues Historic Founding Day Proclamation
The Casey City Council approved a tentative agreement with the ICOP Union and signed a proclamation commemorating the city’s founding during Monday’s meeting, while also advancing several business and infrastructure initiatives. The union contract approval came after a 39-minute executive session where council members discussed collective bargaining matters, personnel issues, and litigation. When the council…
Read MoreCasey Schedules Public Input on Comprehensive Plan Update
Casey residents will have the opportunity to provide input on the city’s comprehensive plan update during a public meeting scheduled for April 22nd from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Economic Development Director Tom Daughhetee announced. The planning session represents a crucial step in updating Casey’s long-term development strategy, with professional assistance from Moran Economic Development guiding…
Read MoreCITY MEETING BRIEFS
Ordinance Changes Considered: Alderman Richardson reported a citizen inquiry about allowing chickens within city limits, with an ordinance committee meeting planned to discuss potential changes to current regulations. Emergency Sirens Maintenance: EMA Director Craig reported two recent activations and announced that technicians will work on sirens this week, while Alderman Hanley contacted Commercial Radio to…
Read MoreCasey-Westfield Board Approves $4.5 Million Bond Issue with Local Banks
The Casey-Westfield School Board unanimously approved a $4.5 million bond issue for fire prevention, safety improvements, and building renovations during Monday’s meeting, with financing arranged through three local banks at favorable rates. Kendall King of King’s Financial Consulting reported that First Neighbor Bank, Preferred Bank, and Casey State Bank agreed to participate in the bond…
Read MoreLegislative Concerns and Athletic Policy Changes Address School Operations
Casey-Westfield school officials are monitoring state legislative developments that could affect district operations, while also adapting to new athletic association policies for private school competition. Superintendent Mike Shackelford alerted board members to House Bill 1237, known as the School Mascot bill, which would ban Illinois school districts from using Native American mascots and imagery. While…
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Technology Infrastructure Critical: The 9-year-old junior/senior high server replacement was urgently needed due to memory loss, 95% capacity usage, and daily error codes threatening system failure. Local Banking Partnership: Three local banks’ participation in the bond issue eliminates costly underwriting fees while keeping taxpayer money in the local economy. Testing Season Begins: Junior high IAR…
Read MoreCasey Approves Historical Society Parade, Adds Employee Medical Benefits
The Casey City Council formally approved the Casey Historical Society Parade for May 10th and enhanced employee benefits by adding AirMedCare membership during Monday’s meeting, while also advancing comprehensive planning efforts for the city’s future development. The council unanimously approved Resolution #031725A authorizing the Historical Society parade, scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 10th.…
Read MoreCasey Advances Comprehensive Planning with Public Input Planned
Casey is moving forward with a comprehensive update to its long-range planning efforts, with public participation opportunities scheduled for April as the city works toward adopting a new comprehensive plan by August. Economic Development Director Tom Daughhetee reported productive planning sessions with Moran Economic Development, a professional planning firm assisting with the comprehensive plan update.…
Read MoreCITY MEETING BRIEFS
Summer Cleanup Scheduled: The annual city-wide cleanup will run June 7th through June 14th, with Utility Superintendent Biggs also announcing plans to advertise for summer help positions. Storm Response Active: EMA Director Craig reported activation for storm watching Friday night around 7:00 p.m., demonstrating emergency preparedness during severe weather conditions. Rate Study Complete: The water…
Read MoreCasey Police Face Staffing Changes as Officer Resigns, New Recruit Advances
The Casey Police Department is navigating personnel transitions after an officer submitted his resignation, while a new recruit continues progressing through the academy, Chief Adam Henderson reported during Monday’s city council meeting. Officer Bennett has submitted his letter of resignation, creating a vacancy in the department’s ranks. However, the department has a recruit currently halfway…
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