MHPC Building History #60

The Morrison Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) has applied to nominate an appropriate portion of the community’s commercial district to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  With the assistance of our consultants, the MHPC has spent months researching and writing the substance of our application.  In the hopes

February 9 City Council Agenda

On Monday, February 9, 2015, 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 Historic Preservation Commission Report of

Military News

Gary Farrell, Erie, IL, submitted this information for members of the military. Veterans using military medical benefits must state so on their IRS form or be penalized for not having insurance.   Click here for details. The Fry Scholarship for Surviving Children is now extended to surviving spouses.  For more

MHPC Building History #59

The Morrison Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) has applied to nominate an appropriate portion of the community’s commercial district to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  With the assistance of our consultants, the MHPC has spent months researching and writing the substance of our application.  In the hopes

Secretary of State Offices Close for Lincoln’s Birthday

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all Driver Services facilities and offices–including facilities open Tuesday through Saturday–will be closed Thursday, February 12, 2015, in observance of President Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday. All Driver Services facilities will open for regular business on Friday, February 13. Individuals can visit the Secretary

Snow Emergency Parking Reminder

Editor’s note:  Gary M. Tresenriter, City of Morrison Director of Public Works, issued the following alert on Saturday, January 31, 2015, in advance of an expected snowstorm.  For additional information contact City Hall at 815-772-7657. Morrison Public Works Department has declared its Snow Emergency, meaning all parked vehicles must be

February 3 Agenda: MHPC

Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, February 3, 2015, 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 6, 2015, minutes New Business Report on

MHPC Building History #58

The Morrison Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) has applied to nominate an appropriate portion of the community’s commercial district to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  With the assistance of our consultants, the MHPC has spent months researching and writing the substance of our application.  In the hopes

January 26 City Council Report

On Monday, January 26, 2014, the City of Morrison Council convened at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL.  In attendance were Mayor Everett Pannier; City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen; Aldermen Curt Bender, Michael Blean, Scott Connelly, Dale Eizenga, Dave Helms, Leo Sullivan, Marti

January 26 City Council Agenda

On Monday, January 26, 2014, 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 Report of City Officers Report of Department Heads Chief

January 28 Agenda: Morrison Park Board

Morrison Park Board will meet on Wednesday, January 28, 2015, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room.  The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Introductions of Board Members:  Professional and private background; interest and/or expectations

Crundwell Pension Funds Are Seized

On September 24, 2014, thecity1.com began running an opinion poll asking, “Should Rita Crundwell keep her pensions?”  Surprisingly, only a dozen people responded.  Reasons for a lack of interest in that question could have made for another poll, but the results were decisive.  Options included IMRF only–0 Nationwide Retirement Solutions

MHPC Building History #57

The Morrison Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) has applied to nominate an appropriate portion of the community’s commercial district to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  With the assistance of our consultants, the MHPC has spent months researching and writing the substance of our application.  In the hopes

January 20 Whiteside County Public Works Agenda

The Whiteside County Public Works Committee will meet on Tuesday, January 20, 2015, at 1:30 p.m. at the Whiteside County Highway Department, 18819 E. Lincoln Road, Morrison, IL. I.     Call to order II.    Routine Business–Highway and Landfill          A. Monthly Approvals:  Items for review from November and December 2014–

January 12 City Council Report

On Monday, January 12, 2015, the City of Morrison Council Meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL.  Attending were Mayor Everett Pannier; City Clerk Melanie Schroeder; City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen; Aldermen Curt Bender, Scott Connelly, Dale Eizenga, Dave Helms, Leo