Live Stream City of Lincoln Park Council Meeting - 7:00 PM 05-11-2026

The City of Lincoln Park Council meeting on May 11, 2026, included a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, with an anticipated allocation of approximately $882,244 from HUD for the 52nd program year. The council discussed the use of these funds primarily for housing rehabilitation and community development projects benefiting low to moderate income residents. Several procurement-related approvals were made, including a two-year contract extension for assessing services with Robert Brachier at $100,000 annually, and the employment agreement for the Downtown Development Authority director. A significant capital improvement project was approved to replace and modernize the city's outdoor emergency warning sirens at City Hall and Hoover School, with a total cost of $75,533 plus software fees, funded through the capital improvement program and procured via a sole source waiver due to public safety urgency. Updates were provided on ongoing infrastructure projects such as water meter replacements, road repairs, and pump station upgrades, with several upcoming bids for roofing and pickleball court projects. The council also approved waiving fees for the Memorial Day parade to support community events. Overall, the meeting focused on community development funding, emergency system upgrades, and infrastructure maintenance and improvements.