On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, from 2:30 to 3:00 p.m., Congressman Eric Sorensen will host veterans and advocates in East Moline, IL. The roundtable discussion is an opportunity to discuss their needs and challenges, and to highlight Sorensen’s work in Congress to support local veterans. Last year, Sorensen introduced the
Due to inclement weather conditions, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias encourages those seeking Secretary of State services, at Driver and Motor Vehicle facilities, to call 800-252-8980 or visit www.ilsos.gov to check DMV hours and status of appointments. “In times of inclement weather, like the current cold snap the State
By Jerry Lindsey The Morrison City Council met on Monday, January 8, 2024, with Aldermen Mahaffey and Bruckner not in attendance. City Administrator Brian Melton opened the evening with an introduction of his recent year-end publication of positive happenings, orchestrated by the current City Council. The writing is a “reminder
Morrison, IL, City Administrator Brian Melton offers a report, “2023: A Year In Review,” to the community. “It provides some highlights and accomplishments of the City in the past year.” The report can be accessed by this link: 2023; A Year In Review.
On Monday, December 18, 2023, one item for consideration was proposed to protect students and staff. Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey’s report stated, “Bob Sondgerroth presented the cost and effects of securing all school classrooms with ‘FlipLok’ products. Such secondary, locking devices offer each room a security device to prevent the
At its regular meeting on Monday, November 27, 2023, the City Council approved its annual Property Tax Levy Ordinance for 2024 (Fiscal Year 2025.) Based on the estimated Equalized Assessed Valuation and statutory levy needs of the City of Morrison, the 2024 tax rate was established with a 0.06% decrease,
Flags shall be lowered to half-staff from Saturday, November 25, to Wednesday, November 29, 2023, in honor a respect for Rosalynn Carter. Throughout her life as First Lady of Georgia and First Lady of the United States, Rosalynn Carter exemplified hope, warmth, and a steadfast commitment to doing all she
The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor J. B. Pritzker that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of: Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician Andrew “Drew” Price, of the Chicago Fire
Written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. The Morrison City Council convened on Monday, November 13, 2023, without Aldermen Josh West and Kevin Bruckner in attendance. Bills payable ($81,532.13) were approved before the discussion and approval of various Consent Items. In closing discussions, City Administrator Brian Melton informed the Council that
Morrison, IL, City Administrator Brian Melton submitted this Public Service Announcement on Monday, November 13, 2013. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) requires every water supplier to develop and implement a comprehensive, cross connection, control program, for the elimination of existing cross connections and for prevention/protection from all future cross
The City of Morrison, IL, announces its new website and mobile app. Check it out, and download the app. As the City of Morrison moves forward with its endless efforts to better serve the community, its website has been updated, to offer new features and additional information. The website offers
Written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. The Monday, October 23, 2023, the Morrison City Council meeting opened with the gavel in the hands of President pro-tempore Vern Tervelt and all other Aldermen in attendance. The Consent Agenda listed the recent Mayoral appointments to community service committees: The Council approved action
As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, in Lewiston, ME, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order
Written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. A gathering of over 20 concerned citizens filled the City of Morrison Community Room, on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. They anticipated voicing their opinions concerning the future action proposed for changing traffic flow, at the intersection of Genesee Street and U. S. Route 30.
On Tuesday, October 10, 202 , Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will meet 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 Public Comment Approval of September 5, 2023, minutes New