Ward 1 City Council Vacancy

Mayor Everett Pannier announced Monday, February 21, 2016, there is an approaching Aldermanic vacancy in Ward 1.  Michael Blean is moving outside the City limits and must vacate the position he has held into a second term.  Blean’s resignation is effective Friday, March 25; his last official meeting will be Monday,

February 22 City Council Agenda

On Monday, February 22, 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 Reports of City Officers and Department Heads Police Chief

Spring Road Posting Notice

Whiteside County Highway Department announces the posting of spring weight limits for County highways.  These postings will go into effect Wednesday, February 24, 2016, and remain in effect until further notice. Township roads may vary, so it is suggested that each township be contacted regarding their posting. For questions concerning

Agenda Changed: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

Please note the change of meeting day.  The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet on Wednesday, February 17, 2016, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room, beginning at 7:00 p.m.  The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Public

Secretary of State Offices Closed February 12 through 15

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and facilities open Monday to Friday will be closed from Friday, February 12, through Monday, February 15, 2016.  Facilities open Tuesday to Saturday will be closed from Saturday, February 13, through Tuesday, February 16t, in observance of Abraham Lincoln’s birthday

Chamber Adds to Board and Elects Officers

The Morrison Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has added two members.  They are Joshua West, Interim Director of Career and Technical Education and Academic Advisor at Sauk Valley Community College Kevin Schisler, Community Bank President at Community State Bank in Morrison, IL. Chamber Board President Scott Stocker said, “We are

Register to Vote or Change Address by February 16

Dana Nelson, Whiteside County Clerk, wishes to remind all County residents that the last day for voter registration and change of address for the March 15, 2016, General Primary Election, is Tuesday, February 16.   Prospective voters can do so at all Deputy Registrar locations and at the County Clerk’s office,

February 2 Agenda: MHPC

Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, February 2, 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 January 5, 2016, minutes New Business Building Improvement

Union Pacific to Close Orange Street Crossing

Union Pacific Railroad notified the City of Morrison that the railroad crossing at Orange Street will be closed for repair from Monday, February 1, 2016, beginning at 8:30 a.m., through Friday, February 5, until 5:30 p.m. 

January 25 City Council Agenda

On Monday, January 25, 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

Honoring Illinois’ Fallen

The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor Bruce Rauner’s Office that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor of: PFC Kenneth Leroy CunninghamUnited States ArmyHometown:  Ellery, Illinois Gary Tresenriter, City of Morrison, IL,

More Utility Scam Information

The Illinois Commerce Commission reminds utility customers in Illinois to beware of a scam. Someone claiming to be a utility employee asks for immediate payment of a bill either at a customer’s door, over the telephone, or by email. The ICC has received complaints from utility customers about scam artists

Honor Flight of the Quad Cities Accepting Vietnam Veterans

Gary Farral submitted this information. Honor Flight of the Quad Cities is accepting applications from Vietnam Veterans. Specific 2016 dates are not established yet, but four flights are planned.  The Quad City Hub announced Wednesday, January 13, that they will be signing up Vietnam veterans for the Honor Flights. It

Request Assistance to Vote on March 15

Whiteside County Clerk Dana Nelson wishes to inform disabled and elderly voters of the many aids and provisions for assistance, in voting at the upcoming election.  Nelson said that her office welcomes inquiries by anyone who may wish to take advantage of these aids at the Tuesday, March 15, 2016,

January 5 Agenda: MHPC

Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, January 5, 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 December 8, 2015, minutes New Business 2016 Inscription