Council Member· 2026-04-21 - 2028-04-01
Kevin Leavy
Beloit
About
Kevin Leavy's campaign platform focuses heavily on addressing key community challenges such as housing availability, homelessness reduction, and fostering economic growth within Rock County.
Campaign promises (1)
- developmentKevin Leavy looks to tackle issues of housing, homelessness and economic growth as Rock County Board chair.
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Top issues during term (20)(Public Safety)
Joint Fire Commission Representation
Fire and EMS Consolidation with Town of Beloit
Consolidation is expected to affect how fire and EMS services are funded across jurisdictions; exact figures weren't stated.
Move Over Day and roadway worker safety
Rock County temporary law enforcement services agreement
The cost terms of the law enforcement services agreement were not disclosed in the open-session agenda.
Potential IAFF Local #583 fire union collective bargaining agreement (closed session)
Contract terms affect fire department staffing costs, though specifics weren't disclosed.
police staffing shortage
Taxpayers could end up covering more overtime, recruitment incentives, and training costs while getting slower police service.
Lead Hazard Reduction and Healthy Homes Grant
$1.57 million in federal money requested; the city chips in about $137,000 from existing housing funds.
School Resource Officer Program 2026-2027
Cost sharing between the city and school district not detailed in the minutes.
Police Department Facility and Independent Assessment
Consultant cost not disclosed; agreement to be negotiated.
National Night Out community-police event
Firefighter/Paramedic hiring
Not specified in the reports provided.
Police union contract negotiations
The outcome of these negotiations will affect the police department's share of the city budget, but no figures were disclosed.
Police Department Badge Pinning Ceremony
Annual alcohol license renewals for 2026-2027
Alcohol licensing brings the city about $52,000 a year in revenue.
School crossing on Townline Avenue
Not specified in the materials provided.
Probation extensions for officers on military leave
Not specified in the reports provided.
Urban search and rescue team participation
Not specified in the materials provided.
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Grant application
A grant application — potential equipment funding with no required city match mentioned.
School crosswalk safety at Converse Elementary
Funded from the city's operational budget.
fire and emergency services contract termination
City taxpayers may stop subsidizing out-of-town calls, but township residents could face new fees, higher taxes, or insurance costs to replace the coverage.
Decisions during term (1)
Recorded while Leavy was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (0)(Public Safety)
No votes found matching Public Safety.