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City Council Meeting - 07-09-2026

Published: Jul 9, 2026

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Zoning And Land UseIndustrial

City Council Approves Rezoning for Bestway Expansion

Ordinance 9-26, concerning a zone map change for approximately 22 acres at 1128 West 66th Street and the 6500 block of South Madison Avenue, was introduced for its second reading. The rezoning from R2 (single-family homes) to I3 (planned industrial development) is sought by Beck's Farms LLC, represented by Tyler Hancock and Jeff Lilge, to allow for potential future expansion of their waste disposal and recycling company, Bestway. Concerns were raised by the city engineer regarding buffer yards, drainage, and potential future traffic increases. The Planning Commission recommended approval (5-2 vote), and the City Council had previously voted 7-1 in favor of the first reading. The proposal aims to accommodate new service maintenance facilities and office space for Bestway. Following discussion and public comment, the ordinance passed its second reading with one dissenting vote from Councilor Cole, who cited Bestway's positive contributions to Anderson. The ordinance subsequently passed its third reading and awaits the mayor's signature.

Transparency And GovernanceOther

Police Merit System Ordinance Updated by City Council

Ordinance 11-26, an amendment to the police merit system, was discussed and passed. The ordinance modernizes Ordinance 72-82 from 1982 by removing a population parameter for defining the 'city' and removing occupational requirements (e.g., lawyer, doctor, teacher) for commission members, allowing for broader selection of qualified individuals. It also permits retired law enforcement officers to serve on the commission, though active officers remain prohibited. The Fraternal Order of Police, Anderson Lodge 48, represented by President Christopher Burton, expressed strong support, stating the amendment is practical, necessary, and modernizes outdated language, thereby strengthening the commission's effectiveness and stability. The ordinance passed its first, second, and third readings and was approved by the council, awaiting the mayor's signature. The Police Merit Board president, Pete Betar, confirmed the board was full and explained how members are appointed (two by the merit board, two by commission members, and one voted by police officers). The process took two years to complete.

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