The Kewanee City Council is considering several key ordinances this week. Bill 26-13 proposes amendments to regulations on Tianeptine and Kratom, aiming to update public health guidelines. The council voted to prohibit the sale of Tianeptine and Kratom within the city limits of Kewanee. Changes to permitting requirements for large solar energy systems were approved, reflecting the city’s commitment to renewable energy initiatives. Council members approved the special-use permit for Indigo Bunting Solar, LLC, to develop the property south of 1051 West South Street. The council approved the sale of surplus city land on West Fifth Street. A discussion on possible updates to the city’s waterworks regulations concluded the meeting. Landscape waste burning and collection will begin in April.
