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During public comment, landowner Mike Combrick said he had no objection to the annexation but asked that the council ensure the existing easement remains in force: he said the easement limits development to three houses and provides a 20-foot gravel road that is not intended as a public right-of-way. Combrick told the council the prospective annexing party had refused to purchase the easement at a price the landowner considered reasonable and asked the council to preserve the underlying landowner's rights when the property is subdivided.

Council discussion noted that the county-approved maintenance requirements for the roadway would remain the same and that the three-piece subdivision limit would be unchanged under the agreement. The council approved the pre-annexation resolution (motion by Councilmember Campbell) and then approved an ordinance annexing the 21.38-acre parcel into the city. During the resolution vote one alderperson recorded a “No” (Albrecht); the motion otherwise carried. The annexation ordinance vote followed and passed on roll call.

Staff and council members said the annexation proceeds under the county's maintenance terms and does not change the existing easement condition limiting the property to three lots. No change to the public-right-of-way status of the 20-foot gravel road was announced at the meeting.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Council Meeting - March 17, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The O'Fallon City Council on March 17 approved a pre-annexation agreement with Bruce Holland of Posh Road LLC covering about 21.38 acres at 1314 Posh Road and later approved an ordinance to annex the parcel into the city.","taxTitle","O'Fallon City, St. Clair County, Illinois","taxId",52736,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6124781,"Mayor: National Weather Service confirms EF1 tornado in O'Fallon; city posts recovery guidance",181,2735000,2916000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2679618-570707ba891a4b879983117f744ecb60&start=2735&end=2916","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2679618-570707ba891a4b879983117f744ecb60/thumbnail_2735000.jpg","/articles/6124781/OFallon-City/St-Clair-County/Illinois/Mayor-National-Weather-Service-confirms-EF1-tornado-in-OFallon-city-posts-recovery-guidance","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6124781-01af6ece8abaf6b1be39c95e999d64f2/orig.mp4?Expires=1771181643&Signature=aiyqvjWiRBN0-yEwf7yTS4YJnE9Aulor~uZXRKPG9X-LP4r1idfBgCthG14rAMLHPkoiYJMVZHnmyktcQbXeJXrl~vl6QgnpyMFUWLH75W-BEQLPeqTyzAXZ5b3rU-v4pWxmi9DPWosRZYpoCnlmj6tu8pP2g30Z~mOj2p8eFUjyLjk4r8Fs9fbkWFLua0InqjMGBTnMhOsr34ImnpcynQu4D2M8yAO0G1kfyY6hoFyRLTcpfNPAJvlvUdgTyqIRDkCW7gGVStMvc4Bj8P8WHL8NMzV4mWtSfMCGO-YNBeemWj2Ttp8CRBLQ2W2459ePWi-YedJ2GHZvGyY3GjDNUg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The O'Fallon mayor told the council on March 17 that the storm that swept through the city has been confirmed as an EF1 tornado by the National Weather Service and Saint Clair County emergency management.

City staff and the mayor urged residents who suffered storm damage to take precautions when hiring contractors, warning of potential scams. City staff directed residents to the city's emergency bulletin on the official website for links to licensed-contractor searches, and advised asking prospective contractors for proof of a current license and insurance. The building-inspections staff explained which repairs do and do not require city permits: shingle replacement and siding replacement generally do not require a permit (weather barrier such as Tyvek is required under new siding), while electrical, structural, plumbing and solar-system repairs do require permits.

The city also established a temporary debris-collection area near Firehouse 4 for tree debris; Waste Management has provided roll-off containers and the city said several have already been filled and more are being brought in. Officials warned residents not to leave mattresses or household furniture at the debris site. Staff noted that some residents should wait for insurance inspection before removing certain damaged materials.

Council members and staff emphasized the city will not send inspectors unannounced or accept on-site cash payments, and that federal, state or local disaster workers will not solicit payment at a resident's home. Staff provided a phone number for priority permit assistance for residents who lost power (618-624-45004) and said the city will attempt same-day service when possible. The mayor thanked first responders, public works, parks and other staff and volunteers for response and cleanup efforts and said the city is coordinating with county and state officials for further support.

The mayor also noted broader concerns raised by residents about solicitors going door to door after storms; staff reminded the public that solicitors who go door to door must hold a city solicitor's permit and wear a green lanyard, and that the city posts guidance on verifying solicitors on the website.","The National Weather Service confirmed an EF1 tornado struck O'Fallon. City officials outlined guidance for residents on vetted contractors, permits, debris-drop locations and emergency contacts; roll-off containers are available near Firehouse 4.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6124786,"O'Fallon holds public hearings on Park Place sales and amusement taxes",207,863000,1070000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2679618-570707ba891a4b879983117f744ecb60&start=863&end=1070","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2679618-570707ba891a4b879983117f744ecb60/thumbnail_863000.jpg","/articles/6124786/OFallon-City/St-Clair-County/Illinois/OFallon-holds-public-hearings-on-Park-Place-sales-and-amusement-taxes","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6124786-f7cc4dbf024ac2e88484c9d05d093fd3/orig.mp4?Expires=1771181643&Signature=GLB7nx9RIbguhP8JxqAqkF2JNCs4M1NLQyGR9n0TDUAcqcaqtAFxqaQ2ij15ygwfPdufK0A9ZcSXHx44Do39fFiMIi~wKC08~Z9XyGhnquqi37PXOUTYi6hW8SPtSefq2CgnXgEhUEjh~VympqQtrrlHexqMjF3AR~jR~Seis47vqkUq5YGtPcDVZ0iyhmB1-QhonhZyEvOCBiOVmoy4njZuVmQ745MPcvHSQ90InAZEtNHKn6F5RqDV9P0snee~xe-lAlCfbLQBa0SM5nOmQfj1YhX4lqBIOpm1c2a8os-mjOeZkgRfbZOaweElyqZ6M3GiSa1tAEHG82ObwNRNcQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The O'Fallon City Council on March 17 held public hearings on two proposed taxes that would apply only inside the planned Park Place development.

Under the first proposal, the city would establish a business district that levies a 1% tax on items sold inside Park Place, the old food factory site and the adjacent sports park. According to the presentation to the council, revenues from the 1% tax would be rebated to the developer or to the city when sales occur inside the public sports park. The mayor opened the hearing and asked for public comment; no one spoke. The council closed the hearing the same evening. The item will be discussed again at the community development committee meeting on March 24.

The council then opened a second hearing on an amusement tax limited to the Park Place development. Under the ordinance described to the council, the tax would be 5% on qualifying activities operated inside Park Place; 4% of the tax would be rebated to the individual business that collects it and 1% would be retained by the city to cover administration. City staff identified likely taxable activities as golf, rock climbing and pickleball; the council noted those are the only activities discussed at this stage. One speaker asked whether amusement tax could cover other items such as video gaming or streaming; staff replied the Park Place proposal is intended to apply only to the on-site activities described. No members of the public spoke in favor or against the amusement-tax proposal, and the council closed that hearing at 7:06 p.m.

Both proposals were described by council staff as limited to the Park Place development and to the listed venues, and not to affect businesses or residents elsewhere in O'Fallon. The council will consider the proposals further in committee before any final vote.","The O'Fallon City Council opened and closed two public hearings on proposed taxes for the Park Place development: a 1% business district sales tax and a 5% amusement tax for on-site activities. No members of the public spoke for or against either proposal; the sales-tax proposal will be discussed again at the community development committee.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":44,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":50,"_51":105,"_53":106,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":107,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":108,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6124772,"Votes at a glance: O'Fallon council approves dispatch contract renewal, property quitclaim and permits; warrant passes",749,4508000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2679618-570707ba891a4b879983117f744ecb60&start=3759&end=4508","/articles/6124772/OFallon-City/St-Clair-County/Illinois/Votes-at-a-glance-OFallon-council-approves-dispatch-contract-renewal-property-quitclaim-and-permits-warrant-passes","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6124772-a485d3b2892584a7a2a3f1cc0819afe8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771181643&Signature=PhBwgGsOzSXikPmjxxhdJYPH8mbm5uWoBK9cz-aC-9Xe82lLy7wsc4y6K88apPeUiJCdeP2sVGQg83KJmdt4DuY7KrR0gb6P2klOoykxlWEjSOKdzn4hvQMXZT91asZO3otbkADdpE0KoS7s5hTdSNnWMGKlYtkDgqgL9e0dV8-9XWJBPj4qcjrZYvYQ5RPMrDS~mczNqh~RVNupqlosdvJ2TQFM5p4a4TRW9CAwPDPSuh~5g~U5NC-s76d-rUfMBdGg8bgQsxwswcKUI6xCcCYzUFwWaJeevC7aiAjv25g5WxMBAzaeqlD8uXlxPbvOqTmxOYrPCD4v0eH36EbSiA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The O'Fallon City Council on March 17 approved a package of routine resolutions, permits and the warrant following committee recommendations and staff presentations.

Resolutions and contracts
- The council approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to sign a coordinated communication service contract renewal with the Village of Shiloh for dispatch services (moved by Mr. Voorhe). The measure passed by roll call.
- The council approved a quitclaim deed for parcel ID (513 E. Washington) to clear title; two council members recused themselves because the property is intended for use by Habitat for Humanity. Council discussion indicated the demolition/cleanup cost for a condemned building typically runs between $7,000 and $10,000; staff provided that estimate in response to a question. The quitclaim resolution passed on roll call.

Ordinances and plats
- The council approved the final plat for The Enclaves at Lawn Avenue (first-reading ordinance moved by Councilmember Campbell) by roll call.

Permits and special events
- The council approved a request from the VFW Post 805 for a roadblock on June 28, 2025, from 7 a.m. to noon (motion approved by roll call).
- The council approved special-event permits for Hot Rods for Hope car show, Southern Illinois Ice Hawks end-of-season party, and Family Eye Care of O'Fallon trunk-or-treat; each permit was approved by motion and roll call.

Finance
- The council approved Warrant #555 in the amount of $1,773,251.24 by roll call vote.

Several items recorded unanimous or near-unanimous roll-call approval; where recusal occurred it was noted on the record. No further substantive debate on these items occurred during the meeting.","At its March 17 meeting the council approved several resolutions and permits by roll call, including a dispatch contract renewal with Shiloh, a quitclaim deed for 513 E. Washington, multiple special-event permits, a VFW roadblock permit, and Warrant #555 totaling $1,773,251.24.","actionData","errors"]

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