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COUNCIL MEMO <br /> ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT <br /> No. 2026-42 <br /> July 6, 2026 <br /> TO: Honorable Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe and City Council <br /> FROM: Melissa Hon, City Manager <br /> Lacie Elzy,Economic and Community Development Director <br /> Michael Snearly,Neighborhood Inspections Manager <br /> SUBJECT: Resolutions Authorizing the Execution of Agreements with Steve's Trucking for <br /> the demolition of 277 W. Prairie, and 1705 N. Main. <br /> SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the attached resolutions <br /> authorizing the execution of agreements with Steve's Trucking for the demolition of the <br /> structures located at 277 W. Prairie Avenue and 1705 N. Main Street. <br /> BACKGROUND: At the June 15, 2026, City Council meeting, a statement was made during <br /> public comment alleging that Steve's Trucking was not in good standing with the Illinois <br /> Secretary of State. As a result, the two demolition resolutions were removed from the consent <br /> agenda and tabled pending verification. <br /> City staff subsequently researched the matter and confirmed that Steve's Trucking is, in fact, in <br /> good standing with the Illinois Secretary of State. Documentation confirming the company's <br /> status is attached to this memorandum. Staff is therefore resubmitting the resolutions for Council <br /> consideration. <br /> POTENTIAL OBJECTIONS: City staff met with a representative of Laborers'Local 159 to <br /> discuss the concerns raised during public comment and to discuss future City bidding <br /> opportunities. <br /> INPUT FROM OTHER SOURCES: City Legal Department, Economic and Community <br /> Development Department,and the Illinois Secretary of State. <br /> BUDGET/TIME IMPLICATIONS: Upon approval of the resolutions, staff will execute the <br /> demolition agreements. The contractor will complete the demolition of both structures within 55 <br /> days of contract execution. <br /> STAFF REFERENCE: Questions regarding this item may be directed to Michael Snearly at <br /> 217-450-2347 or msnearly@decaturil.gov, or Lacie Elzy at 217-424-2727 ext. 3559 or <br /> lelzy@decaturil.gov. <br />