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.…

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…

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…

Casey’s economic development efforts are expanding with multiple new programs and partnerships designed to boost the city’s growth prospects, Economic Development Director Tom Daughhetee announced during Monday’s council meeting. Daughhetee reported enthusiasm following his attendance at the Rural Community and Economic Development conference, where he gathered ideas for implementation in Casey. The director said he…

Founder’s Day Parade Planned: A Founder’s Day Parade is being organized for May 10th following a request by Patty Richards during the public forum. A resolution authorizing the parade will be presented at the next council meeting. Utility Work Continues: The electrical department worked from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. responding to a power outage,…

The City of Casey took the next step toward addressing its utility rate issues during Monday’s council meeting, while a resident raised concerns about city transparency and bidding processes. Utility Superintendent Shelby Biggs reported that information for the water and sewer rate study is ready to be submitted to the Illinois Rural Water Association (IRWA)…

Utility Rate Study Advances: Water and sewer rate study information is ready for submission to the Illinois Rural Water Association for professional review, moving the city closer to addressing identified financial losses in utility operations. Committee Meetings Planned: Alderman Hanley announced intentions to schedule a City Hall/Public Safety committee meeting soon, while the Downtown Improvement…

The Casey City Council is moving toward potential utility rate increases after a recent audit revealed the city is losing money on its water and sewer operations, officials announced during Monday’s council meeting. Alderman Wilson, reporting on behalf of the Public Utility Committee’s January 20 meeting, told the council that the audit review showed significant…

Executive Session Held: The city council met in closed session for 23 minutes to discuss litigation matters, following proper legal procedures for confidential discussions. No action was announced following the executive session. Regional Development Revival: Economic Development Director Tom Daughhetee reported progress in restarting the Clark County Development Organization, with plans to coordinate economic development…

Casey Police Chief Adam Henderson announced that federal authorities have resolved the investigation into a break-in at the local Pharmacie Shoppe that occurred several months ago. Henderson reported during the January 8 City Council meeting that the DEA and Assistant US Attorney’s office issued a press release regarding the case, indicating that suspects have been…