City of Belvidere Illinois Live Stream

The City of Belvidere, Illinois held a committee meeting on April 27, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the authorization to purchase four Glock Model 45 handguns with accessories for $3,989.20 from Kiesler Police Supply, funded by proceeds from the sale of older handguns. The police department also received approval to purchase 44 Safari Land ProTek Impact P1 vest plates for $21,996 from Strikers of Milwaukee, using capital funds. Additionally, the council approved a $37,841.60 expenditure for a Lexipole master service agreement to implement a policy management solution for the police department, with ongoing subscription costs expected to be lower. The fire department was authorized to purchase a breathing air fill station for $16,545 from capital funds. The council approved a third amendment to the EMS staffing and ambulance vehicle agreement with Metro Paramedic Services, including a 3% price increase and adjusted hourly rates. Infrastructure projects were also addressed, including approval of grant-funded preliminary engineering and environmental review for the Appleton Road grade separation project, with a contract not to exceed $299,853, and authorization to spend up to $4,000 for a grant application related to phase two design engineering. A sewer rate increase of 52 cents was approved to support a $87.3 million wastewater treatment plant improvement project loan repayment starting in 2032. The meeting also included approvals for community event permits and acceptance of a $2,500 Walmart Spark Good grant to support Heritage Days and public safety departments.