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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Chili public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Library Board of Trustees Nominee
The board was scheduled to approve a nominee for the Library Board of Trustees, shaping the library's future governance.
Library Personnel Changes
The board was scheduled to approve staffing changes at the library. Staffing affects service levels at the front desk and programs.
2027 Library Closed Dates
The board was scheduled to set which days the Chili Public Library will be closed in 2027. This affects when residents can visit and pick up holds.
Ilze Bullwinkel memorial tree
A replacement October Glory red maple will be planted this fall on the south side of the Community Center to replace the memorial tree for Ilze Bullwinkel.
Library strategic plan and five-year goals
The community survey closed in July and staff are analyzing the data to set the library's goals for the next five years, with mission and vision statements being revised.
Community Center improvements
Grant money from the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation is paying for new soccer goals and benches at town parks, with PEVO Sports winning the bid at $17,640.
Strategic plan community survey
The library is collecting community input on its strategic plan through a survey distributed at Summerfest, on the website, in newsletters, and at a Community Center lobby table to reach non-users as well as regulars.
Wehle Farm historical signage
The board finalized the wording for side 2 of the sign at the historic Wehle Farm stables, celebrating the Genesee Brewing Company's twelve-horse hitch.
Memorial Day Parade and Summerfest
The town is gearing up for Summerfest 2026 by locking in musical acts and sound/lighting contracts. Popular bands like Nik & the Nice Guys and the Raging Angels are set to perform.
Davis Park Parking Lot Expansion
Council asked when the new phase of the Davis Park parking lot will open — Public Works says by the end of the month — and clarified that tree clearing there restores the lot to its original size.