September 21st 2026 City Council Meeting

The City of Belleville held a City Council meeting on September 21, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were addressed. The council approved claims and disbursements totaling approximately $1.46 million and payroll of about $1.18 million. A key procurement decision included waiving formal bidding procedures to purchase a 2027 Ford Explorer for the Economic Development and Planning and Zoning (EDPZ) department from Clement Automotive for $38,570, a purchase supported as within the current budget despite some council members suggesting deferral. Additionally, the council approved bank financing at 3.98% interest for two rear motor sanitation trucks. Other agenda items included the sale of scrap fire department materials and ordinances related to mobile food unit vendors. The meeting also featured the appointment of Mark Hefernan as police chief and discussions on community concerns, but no other major procurement contracts or capital projects were noted.