The City of Carlinville announces that Mayor Doug Downey will present
the 2026 State of the City Address on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Carlinville City Hall, located at 550 North Broad Street.
The annual address will highlight key initiatives, accomplishments, and future goals for the city, with a focus on five major areas: Public Works Projects, Public Safety, Economic Development, Budget and Finance, and Community Engagement.  Following the presentation, residents will have an opportunity to ask questions in a open forumand share feedback with city officials. This interactive portion aims to foster open communication and ensure community voices are included in shaping Carlinville’s path forward.
For those who are unable to attend, but would like to submit questions, you can submit your questions to ddowney@cityofcarlinville.com. They will be read during the presentation and a response will be forwarded to the resident.
The State of the City Address is free and open