Florence City Council February 18
Florence City Council recognized promotion of Fire Department members, addressed several zoning change requests, and shared news of community events.
Planning & Zoning February 5
The Planning Commission is fielding proposals to build three hotels, two in the county and one in Florence, and has finally set dates for the tech committee meeting and final action on the Conrad Lane-Carry Back Drive condo development proposal.
Florence City Council February 4
Florence City Council heard a presentation by the Montrose Group on transportation issues and discussed collection of occupational taxes, the existing waste collection contract; the city’s credit rating; and snow emergency and parking ordinances.
Planning & Zoning January 22
Public hearings were set regarding a proposed medical marijuana dispensary and a coffee shop, both in Florence, a hotel on the Frogtown Connector, and changes to use on Mineola Park, among others. Action on the contentious proposal for Conrad Lane at Carry Back Drive continues to be deferred.
Planning & Zoning January 8
The commission continued discussion of a contentious change at Conrad Lane and Carry Back Drive in Burlington; passed and sent other proposals to city councils; and heard several new commercial projects.
Planning & Zoning December 18
Final action to be taken on several proposals at the January 8 meeting. A contentious proposal for the north side of Conrad Ln. across from Carryback Dr. in Burlington continues. Agreement was reached on a change to zoning at 8109 US Hwy 42.
Florence City Council December 17
The Florence City Council recognized officers who responded to a July 6 shooting incident, welcomed new firefighters and paramedics, welcomed and swore in members of the new council and covered other business.
Planning & Zoning December 4
Several proposals noted in previous reports passed unanimously during this meeting. Others wait either for public hearings or the Tech Committee meeting on December 18, with action to follow January 8.
Planning & Zoning November 20
The Planning and Zoning Commission continues to consider proposals for commercial and residential development. Much of the activity involves Florence locations. Of interest: a vote regarding solar farms in Boone County.
Florence City Council November 19
The Nov 19 meeting notes “the city is in compliance on all fronts” regarding its financial audit. Council members addressed issues related to medical cannabis and zoning concerns.