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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Chili public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
MCLS integrated library system replacement
The county library system is replacing its aging catalog software. Three vendors — Insignia, Clarivate, and SirsiDynix — are in the running, with a decision expected this fall and a full rollout through 2027. Costs and training impacts for Chili aren't known yet.
Sweet Sammie Jane's outdoor ice cream cafe
A local bakery won approval to add an ice cream take-out window and outdoor seating facing Chili Avenue, operating about April through September. Residents at the hearing were enthusiastic.