City of Anna City Council met Feb. 3.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
The Anna City Council met in regular session at Anna City Hall at 5:00 p.m. on February 3rd, 2026. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Steve Hartline. The roll call went as follows: Present were Mayor Steve Hartline, Commissioner Michael Bigler, Commissioner Kathy Bryan, Commissioner Torie Carter, and Commissioner Martha Ann Webb. Other members present were City Administrator Dori Bigler, Human Resources Manager Melanie McReynolds, Police Chief Sims, and Treasurer Angela Webb.
Crystal Housman addressed the council requesting the city co-sponsor a Mahjong event at the new Davie Street Pavilion. This would take place on May 2nd, 2026 and would be derby themed. This would bring an influx of visitors in to town and would benefit the business of Anna. The City agreed to sponsor the event and allow use of the pavilion.
City Administrator Bigler gave an update on a few projects. IDOT established that we have prior rights and they will have to move the sewer infrastructure saving the City millions. IDOT will also be modernizing the light at 51 and 146. There will be a new light, camera, and cell data. The VFW is going to help with the 4th of July parade. The budget process is also underway.
Mayor Hartline asked if there were any Consent Agenda items the Council would like to pull for further discussion for a separate vote.
The following Consent Agenda items were presented for approval.
A. Minutes of the January 20, 2026 Regular Session
B. Minutes of the January 20, 2026 Closed Session
C. Resolution 2026-01; Authorizing A Redevelopment Agreement for The Renovation and Redevelopment of An Existing Commercial Building Located At 4155 E Vienna Street Utilizing Tax Increment Financing
D. Ordinance 2026-02; Establishing the Fees/Costs for Exclusive Use of The Davie Street Plaza
E. Authorize the Purchase of Two (2) Lift Station Pumps
F. PARC Project
a. Approve Change Order #8 for a Contract Price Increase of $3,405.71
b. Approve Pay Estimate Number 8 of $381,839.55
A motion was made by Commissioner Webb and Seconded by Commissioner Bryan that it be RESOLVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. A vote was taken upon the motion with the following results. Commissioner Bigler, Commissioner Bryan, Commissioner Carter, Commissioner Webb, and Mayor Hartline voted yea. Nay-none. Mayor Hartline declared the motion carried.
A motion was made by Commissioner Bigler and Seconded by Commissioner Bryan that it be RESOLVED TO DENY THE NEW BUSINESS REQUEST TO OPEN AN ERI FOR THE THREE EMPLOYEES RETIRING THIS YEAR. A vote was taken upon the motion with the following results. Commissioner Bigler, Commissioner Bryan, Commissioner Carter, Commissioner Webb, and Mayor Hartline voted yea. Nay none. Mayor Hartline declared the motion carried.
A motion was made by Commissioner Carter and Seconded by Commissioner Webb that it be RESOLVED TO APPROVE A LEAVE OF ABSENCE PER ARTICLE 17 OF THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH THE LOCAL 773. A vote was taken upon the motion with the following results. Commissioner Bigler, Commissioner Bryan, Commissioner Carter, Commissioner Webb, and Mayor Hartline voted yea. Nay-None. Mayor Hartline declared the motion carried.
A motion was made by Commissioner Bryan and seconded by Commissioner Carter that it be RESOLVED TO APPROVE THE CHRISTMAS IN DOWNTOWN PROPOSAL WITH ALL BLOWN UP VENDOR. A vote was taken upon the motion with the following results. Commissioner Bigler, Commissioner Bryan, Commissioner Carter, Commissioner Webb, and Mayor Hartline voted yea. Nay-None. Mayor Hartline declared the motion carried.
Mayor Hartline opened up the floor to the Council for reports. A discussion was had regarding sidewalks and who holds the responsibility to shovel them on public walkways downtown. City Administrator Bigler will look into mandate options. Mayor Hartline complemented the city crews for the hard work during the recent snowstorm. Chief Sims gave an update that his crew has started some foot patrols.
A motion was made by Commissioner Bigler and seconded by Commissioner Carter that it be RESOLVED THAT THE REGULAR SESSION ON THE ANNA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 3RD, 2026 BE ADJOURNED AT 5:29PM. A vote was taken upon the motion with the following results. Commissioner Bigler, Commissioner Bryan, Commissioner Carter, Commissioner Webb, and Mayor Hartline voted yea. Nay-none. Mayor Hartline declared the motion carried.
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