City of Rock Island
Recent News About City of Rock Island
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Rock Island to begin final paving on Sixth Avenue, limiting traffic flow
Construction crews plan to close some of the traffic lanes at the intersection of Sixth Avenue and 18th Street Monday to prepare for paving.
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Rock Island closes 25th Street at 22nd Avenue for two weeks
The City of Rock Island will close the intersection of 25th Street and 22nd Avenue starting today to allow for concrete patching work.
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Rock Island narrows traffic along 14th Street for concrete patching
The city of Rock Island will close some lanes of traffic on 14th Avenue between 25th and 30th streets today to prepare for concrete patching work.
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Rock Island to host St. Patrick's Day parade
The Rock Island St. Patrick's Day parade will be held Saturday, March 12, beginning at the intersection of 23rd Street and Fourth Avenue.
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Rock Island considers landmark status for Denkmann-Hauberg House
The Rock Island Preservation Commission will begin the process of evaluating the Denkmann-Hauberg House's merits as a local historical landmark Wednesday, March 16, at Rock Island City Hall.
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Rock Island considers $56,000 expense for yard waste bags
The City of Rock Island City Council will consider approving a bid for 160,000 yard waste bags that would cost the city $55,840 Monday, March 14, at Rock Island City Hall.
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Rock Island gets ready for Spring Egg Hunt
Rock Island will host its annual Rock Island Parks & Recreation Spring Egg Hunt at 9:30 a.m. March 19 at Lincoln Park.
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Rock Island considers Augustana College's Greenbush development ideas
The Rock Island City Council welcomed a presentation from Augustana College officials on a student-developed neighborhood plan for the Greenbush neighborhood during a study session on Feb. 15.
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Rock Island announces road closure for water main work
The City of Rock Island plans to temporarily close the intersection of Sixth Avenue and 22nd Street from Monday, March 7, to Friday, March 11, to accommodate ongoing water main work in the area.
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Rock Island Planning Commission to review Augustana's Greenbush plans
The Rock Island Planning Commission will review a development plan for the Greenbush neighborhood crafted by Augustana College planning students at its meeting tomorrow, March 2, at City Hall.
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Rock Island to close 19th Street at Sixth Avenue
The City of Rock Island will close 19th Street at Sixth Avenue to through traffic tomorrow, March 2, while crews make repairs to the water system for Trinity Anglican Church.
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Pauley announces multiple Rock Island commission, board openings
Rock Island Mayor Dennis Pauley used the Update Rock Island segment of the city council meeting on Feb. 15 to advertise vacancies on several local boards and commissions.
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Rock Island announces intersection closure for water main construction
The intersection of Sixth Avenue and 23rd Street in Rock Island will close Monday to accommodate new water main construction.
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Rock Island encourages residents to volunteer on local boards, commissions
The city of Rock Island is encouraging people interested in getting involved in the community to volunteer to serve on various advisory boards and commissions, including the Citizens Advisory Committee, Preservation Commission, Property Maintenance Board and Plumbing Board.
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Rock Island accepting police officer applications
The city of Rock Island is recruiting for potential police officers and will be accepting applications online until 5 p.m. April 15.
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Local artist brings pop art to Rock Island Library
Local pop artist Greg Dickinson will display his pop art at the Rock Island Public Library from March 2 to 31.
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Rock Island votes on farm lease renewals, Hauberg sale
The Rock Island City Council voted on renewing farm leases with three local farmers -- covering nearly 115 acres of land -- during a meeting at Rock Island City Hall on Feb. 24
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Rock Island council may OK new on-site medical provider for city staff tonight
The Rock Island City Council is expected to vote on whether to approve a new agreement with Genesis for on-site medical services for city staff at its next meeting at 6:45 p.m. Monday in City Hall Council Chambers, third floor, 1528 Third Ave.
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Rock Island weighs company's request to buy Hauberg Center
The Rock Island City Council reviewed a presentation Feb. 8 on its options concerning Hauberg Center.
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Rock Island approves rezoning request for 27th Avenue parking lot
The Rock Island Planning Commission approved a rezoning request from Unity Point Health Dec. 2 that will allow a new parking lot at 925-927 27th Ave.