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Votes at a glance: Janesville council approves financing, TIF deal, equipment orders and property acquisition
Summary
At its Feb. 24 meeting the Janesville Common Council approved a series of measures including a $22.16 million promissory-note authorization, a TIF jobs agreement for 40 jobs, an engine order for the fire department, multiple public-works contracts, a purchase of 1212 S. Jackson Street, and a resolution recognizing March as Women’s History Month.
The Janesville Common Council took a series of formal actions Feb. 24. Most measures passed unanimously and are summarized below; the council approved each item by voice vote unless noted.
• Women’s History Month proclamation (Resolution 2025-2319): The council adopted a resolution proclaiming March 2025 as Women’s History Month in Janesville. The resolution was presented to Edie Baron of the Zonta Club of Janesville, who described International Women’s Day programming on March 6. Outcome: approved unanimously.
• Fire engine order (Consent item 6e): The council authorized staff to order a replacement fire apparatus. Deputy Fire Chief John McManus and Fire Chief Bridal Murphy explained the resolution authorizes placing the order; no payment is required until later as determined by the council and finance director, though…
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