February 21 City of Morrison Special Council Meeting

Editor’s note:  City Hall offices will be closed Monday, February 19, 2018, in observance of Presidents’ Day. Morrison City Council will hold a Special Council Meeting on Wednesday, February 21, 2018, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 5:30 p.m., in the lower-level Boards and Commissions

Congresswoman Bustos States Support for Budget Deal

On Friday, February 9, 2018, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL-17) released the following statement on her vote to pass the bipartisan budget deal and fund the Government through Friday, March 23, 2018. “For months, I have called for Washington to come together on real bipartisan solutions, that work for hardworking families

Snow Emergency Begins February 8

Morrison Public Works Department has declared its Snow Emergency beginning tonight, Thursday, February 8, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. • No parking on snow routes until all snow has been removed from the full width of the street. • Odd and even parking restrictions will be in effect on all other

Traffic Safety Committee Votes for Anti-DUI Proposals

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White’s Traffic Safety Advisory Committee voted to endorse three impaired driving proposals.  Each is designed to make Illinois roads safer, by reducing crashes and fatalities.  The 12-member committee is comprised of Legislators, Federal and State traffic safety experts, and law enforcement officials. They met Thursday,

2018 Early Voting and Vote by Mail Procedures

Dana Nelson, Whiteside County Clerk, announces Early Voting and Vote by Mail for the Tuesday, March 20, 2018, General Primary Election.  Any valid registered voter in Whiteside County may vote during the early voting period.  However, any vote cast is final and may not be revoked, and the voter is

Mayor’s Address to the City of Morrison

2018 is upon us and I would like to take some time to review 2017 and look at what to expect in 2018.  The Council and City officials have been working hard to keep Morrison, IL, moving forward, with many improvements accomplished and many more to come. One of the

January 8 City Council Report

The Monday, January 8, 2018, the City of Morrison Council Meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL.  Present were Mayor Everett Pannier; City Clerk Melanie Schroeder; City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen; Treasurer Evan Haag; Police Chief Brian Melton; Aldermen Arlyn Deets,

Local School Districts Receive Library Grants

On Tuesday, January 16, 2018, State Representative Tony McCombie (IL-71) announced over $16,000 will be awarded, from IL Secretary of State Jesse White’s School Library Grant program, to a dozen local school districts.  School districts that applied for the grant are awarded at least $750 to improve their library. The

January 14 City Council Agenda

The Monday, January 14, 2018, City of Morrison Council Meeting will convene at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call Public Comment Reports of City Officers and Department Heads Consent Agenda, for Action      1.

Programs to Assist with Energy Costs

State Representative Tony McCombie (IL-71st) reminds families of resources that are available to them this winter. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps keep families safe and healthy, through initiatives that assist families with energy costs.  This includes managing costs of home energy bills, energy crises, weatherization, and

Contacts for Morrison City Officials

City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen noted, “The City of Morrison Aldermen each have an email address and stand by ready to hear from residents throughout the community.  Please do not hesitate to reach out to your Alderman to learn more about City activities.” “If you are not sure of your Ward,

Message to Motorists: Don’t Drink and Drive

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White reminds motorists that the best way to drive safely this holiday season is to avoid drinking and driving. “Drunken driving causes injury and death on our roads every year during the holidays,” said White. “Let’s keep the roads safe for our loved ones and

Debt Transparency Act to Become Law

Editor’s note:  On Wednesday, November 8, 2017, the Illinois Senate overrode Governor Bruce Rauner’s veto of the Debt Transparency Act.  It will become law. Attached is the press release. State Representative Tony McCombie’s (IL-71st) chief co-sponsored legislation HB3649, also known as the Debt Transparency Act, became law, with broad bi-partisan

$329,250 Grant for Whiteside County Community Health Clinic

On Wednesday, December 6, 2017, State Representative Tony McCombie (IL-71) and State Senator Neil Anderson (IL-36) announced that a $329,250 grant for the Whiteside County Community Health Clinic (WCCHC), 1300 W. Second Street, Rock Falls, IL, will be released by the Illinois Capital Development Board. “I am extremely proud of