Ottawa took another step toward fully incorporating the Fields Hill subdivision by annexing a new batch of properties into city limits, part of an effort that already brought several homes into the city over the last few months.

During their meeting on Tuesday night, the Ottawa City Council approved invoices totaling nearly $93,000 for the purchase of a 2025 Ford F-150 and a 2025 Ford Explorer.

After another heated public comment session Wednesday night at Marseilles City Hall, Commissioner Michael Scheib sparked debate among council members by proposing changes to the Marseilles City Council meeting format and how the public’s voice is heard.