City Council Meeting - October 2, 2023

The Beloit City Council will hold their regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. on October 2nd. The meeting will be held in the first floor Forum at Beloit City Hall, 100 State Street.

The meeting will be live-streamed on Charter Channel 992 and on Beloit Access Television (BATV) YouTube channel.

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2024 Community Development Block Grant Feedback Requested

Review and provide public comment on the proposed 2024 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan and proposed 2024 CDBG budget through October 30, 2023.

The Annual Plan and CDBG budget is available on the City's website here.

Members of the public may view the documents in the lobby on the 1st floor of City Hall, 100 State Street, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and at the Beloit Public Library during normal business hours.

On October 16, 2023 a Public Hearing will be held during the City Council meeting to give the public an opportunity to provide feedback. The meeting will take place at Beloit City Hall, 100 State St., Beloit, beginning at 7:00 p.m.

On November 6, 2023, Beloit City Council shall consider all public input received and will vote on the proposed 2024 CDBG Budget and Annual Plan. The meeting is open to the public, and will take place at Beloit City Hall, beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Any comments or questions should be directed to Megan McBride, Grants Administrator, at (608) 364-6738 or [email protected].

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Seasonal Hiring

Join our team! The City of Beloit is gearing up for winter and we're looking for individuals to join our team for seasonal positions. These positions are a great way to build your skills, earn extra income and play a crucial part in keeping Beloit running smoothly.

Age 16+:

• Seasonal Athletic Site Supervisor
• Seasonal Recreation Activity Instructor
• Seasonal Rink Attendant

Age 18+:

• Seasonal Rink Supervisor
• Seasonal Snow Removal Operator
• Seasonal Sports Official (Volleyball)

The City of Beloit is an equal opportunity employer.

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What is "CareerTek?"

You may have heard of it, but what, exactly, is CareerTek?

CareerTek is an unprecedented, free opportunity for Beloit kids from all backgrounds to explore their interests and future pathways to success.

Read more here.

Proposed 2024 City Budget Now Online

The proposed 2024 City of Beloit budget is available on the City's website. Earlier this summer, the City Manager reviewed all budgets submitted by various departments and they have been consolidated into one document.

The budget will be presented at the Council meeting on October 2, 2023 and City Councilors will participate in a budget workshop on October 9th at the Beloit Public Library. The public is invited to attend both presentations.

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Beloit Bundle Up

Visit Beloit invites residents to drop off new or gently used coats, snow pants, sweaters, hats, mittens, and new socks as part of the Beloit Bundle Up campaign. The Beloit Bundle Up is a state line collection program running September 18 - October 18, 2023. All items donated will be given to Community Action, Inc. and Youth2Youth 4 Change.

Click below for a list of collection points. For more information, contact Pam Garland-Gjestson at 608-313-1361.

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Coffee with a Cop

Celebrate National Coffee with a Cop Day on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. Our Beloit Police Department will host informal conversations over a cup of coffee at the Rotary River Center, 1160 S. Riverside Drive from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. on October 4th.

The mission of Coffee with a Cop is to break down the barriers between police officers and the community they serve by removing agendas and allowing opportunities to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your neighborhood.

Fall Cemetery Clean-Up

Fall clean-up by cemetery patrons is scheduled for October 1 - 15. Cemetery staff will remove any remaining decorations after October 15. New decorations may be placed after November 1st.

The City is not responsible for any disposed decorations.

2023 Beloit Senior Fair - October 3rd

Join the community for the 35th Annual Beloit Senior Fair from 9am - 1pm on Tuesday, October 3, at 3 Eclipse Center, Beloit (corner of Riverside Dr. and Henry Ave.)

FREE admission with over 55 exhibitors. FREE bus rides by Beloit Transit. Flu shots, health screenings, RX round-up, document shredding, music, and more.

The Beloit Senior Fair is put together by a committee of organizations in the community who have an interest in serving our seniors. For more information, please contact Grinnell Hall Senior Center Manager Debbie Kraus at 608-364-2875 or [email protected].

Indoor Volleyball

Get your team together for indoor volleyball, taking place from October - March. Contact the Recreation Division for more information at 608-364-2890.

A League: Highly Competitive

B League: Semi-Competitive

C League: Recreational

D League: Just For Fun

DATE(S): October - March

DAY(S):

• Monday - Coed
• Tuesday - Coed
• Wednesday - Women
• Thursday - Coed

TIME: TBD

LOCATION: Aldrich Middle School

FEES: $190/Team

AGES: 18 & Up

MINIMUM: 4 Teams/Division

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, October 6



Faith & Blue Kickball Tournament

Kickball Tournament on Saturday, October 7, 11am - 2pm at Pohlman Field, 2301 Skyline Drive.

Bracket tournament offers competition on two levels: ages 5-11 & 12-18. 10 people per team. Bracket champion will play against Beloit Police and Beloit Police Chaplains.

Free food!

To register, contact BPD Chaplain Mark Elland, 608-713-5032.

Faith & Blue is a national event with activities in communities that bring together law enforcement and residents to build connections, create mutual understanding, and enhance justice and reconciliation. This event is sponsored by the Beloit Police Department.

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Have an impact on your community!

We are looking for a few volunteers to serve on our City Boards, Committees, and Commissions. If you would like to volunteer, download the application on the city's website.

Have questions? Contact [email protected] or call 608-364-6682.