Belleville council approves downtown development agreements, confirms ADA contribution
January 21, 2026 | Belleville, St. Clair County, Illinois
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The Belleville City Council on Jan. 20 approved development agreements recommended by the Economic and Development Committee for three downtown projects: a remodeling by Wealth Partners by Design LLC at 127 East Main Street; remodeling and expansion by White Cottage Ice Cream Inc. at 102 Lebanon Avenue; and city-owned property acquisition by LaShawn Heron at 2510 East Main Street.
During discussion a council member asked whether a $15,000 contribution earmarked for an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) entrance was in addition to a referenced "$130" figure. Staff clarified the $15,000 was separate and would be the city's maximum contribution for the ADA work; if the sidewalk or ADA work proved unnecessary, the $15,000 would not be paid. Council approved the motions by roll call.
The motions carry conditions in discussion about sidewalk and ADA needs; council noted the city’s contribution is capped and contingent on the work being required.
Next steps: staff will proceed with executing development agreements and administering the city contribution per the conditions described at the meeting.
During discussion a council member asked whether a $15,000 contribution earmarked for an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) entrance was in addition to a referenced "$130" figure. Staff clarified the $15,000 was separate and would be the city's maximum contribution for the ADA work; if the sidewalk or ADA work proved unnecessary, the $15,000 would not be paid. Council approved the motions by roll call.
The motions carry conditions in discussion about sidewalk and ADA needs; council noted the city’s contribution is capped and contingent on the work being required.
Next steps: staff will proceed with executing development agreements and administering the city contribution per the conditions described at the meeting.
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