Morrison, IL, City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen informs the public on a legal matter concerning home businesses. “Please note that it is illegal to operate a business out of your home except as for provided by the limitations defined by local statute. A Home Occupation Permit is required. An application is
The Youth Rec Program for July 2016 has designed weekly, entertaining opportunities for boys and girls, ages three-to-seven and eight-to-13. They will take place during “Days in the Park,” from Tuesday, July 5, through Thursday, July 28. Younger children will plant flowers (July 5) chalk the park (July 12) take
On Tuesday, May 17, 2016, Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced security upgrades to Driver’s License/ID Cards. He also explained changes to the Issuance Process, which meets Federal REAL ID requirements. Such changes are designed to protect citizens from fraud and identity theft. Click here to view a short
To determine current and future needs for child care services in Morrison, IL, Morrison Area Development Corporation (MADC) is conducting a short, online survey. In an effort to better serve our Community, the MADC, along with the Morrison Chamber of Commerce, the City of Morrison, Morrison Schools, and the Morrison Preschool
Morrison Park & Rec Advisory Board will meet Tuesday, May 17, 2016, at Morrison City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, in the lower level Boards and Commissions Room. The meeting begins at 7:00 p.m. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Public Comment Approval of April 2016
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White initiated legislation adding members of the National Guard and Reserve, who were never called to active duty, to qualify for the veteran’s designation on driver’s licenses and ID cards. It was approved Wednesday, May 11, 2016, by the Illinois House of Representatives. The legislation,
On Tuesday, May 10, 2016, Secretary of State Jesse White announced that the State’s organ/tissue donor registry reached six million registrants. “I’m thrilled to see that Illinoisans continue to show their giving spirit, by signing up for this lifesaving program,” said White. “Our mission is to sign up everyone who
At 7:47 p.m., on Sunday, May 8, 2016, Mother’s Day was threatened with automated weather alerts stating, “A tornado warning has been issued for your area. Take shelter immediately. If inside, go to the lowest level, away from exterior walls and windows. If outside and cannot get to a sturdy
The National Small Business movement, “Independent We Stand,” announces Sterling, IL, is a quarterfinalist in America’s Main Streets Contest. As the lifeblood of our cities and towns, Main Streets play an important role in the long-term success of communities and help build a sense of place. The contest runs through
On Monday, May 9, 2016, the 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 Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment Board and Commission Reports Morrison Historic Preservation Commission Reports
Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, May 3, 2016, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Approval of April 5, and April 20, 2016, minutes New
Whiteside County Public Works Committee will meet Wednesday, May 4, 2016, at 1:30 p.m., at the Whiteside County Highway Department. Please note the date change. 1. Call to order 2. Routine Business: (Highway & Landfill) A. Monthly Approvals: Items presented for review from April 2016 include
April is National Donate Life Month. Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White kicked off the State’s organ/tissue donor campaign Tuesday, April 6, 2016, as part of a Statewide effort to encourage registration and awareness at all 138 Driver Services facilities. Currently, there are more than 5.9 million people registered to
When he submitted this photograph City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen stated, “300 trees are being planted in French Creek Park today,” on Thursday, April 21, 2016. Morrison Garden Club member Sharon Moore said it was more likely 350+, including the shrubs “planted on the south and west end [of the park.
On Tuesday, April 26, 2016, the Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will host Darius Bryjka, a Project Designer with the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency. Bryjka has been in Morrison before, to assist the Commission. He is shown far right in 2013 with HPC members Sharon Moore, Bill Shirk, Tim Slavin, Lonnie