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Sep 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
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City Council Of Rock Falls Regular Meeting Minutes
The council granted permission for the annual Homecoming Parade. Several ordinances were adopted, including amendments to municipal codes regarding nuisances, liquor licenses, and parking prohibitions, as well as the adoption of a social media use policy, a communications and conduct policy for officials, and the approval of a parking lot easement. The council also increased façade grant funding for the Tourism Committee, approved the waiver of bidding for concrete work, authorized the purchase of trash receptacles, accepted an alderman's resignation, and authorized the opening of a new bank account with Morgan Stanley.
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The meeting included public hearings regarding proposed multi-purpose paths along 12th Avenue and across Route 30, with community input provided on crosswalk safety. The council held first readings for several ordinances concerning municipal code amendments, a social media use policy, and a communication and conduct policy for officials. Resolutions were passed supporting Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program grant applications for pedestrian improvements and adopting a civility pledge for officials. Additionally, the council approved road closures for upcoming community events, authorized utility committee recommendations for substation inspections and equipment procurement, and updated personnel policy regarding social media use.
Aug 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
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City Of Rock Falls Ordinance/License/Personnel/Safety Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee discussed several items, including a potential new telephone policy for ordinance violations and an amendment to the Noise Control ordinance, which was advanced to the City Council. The committee also deliberated on an elected official reimbursement policy, licensing for mobile tattooing and liquor trucks, updates to the Special Use Permit license regarding annual fees, and sign ordinance amendments involving residential and commercial properties. Additionally, the committee approved a Resolution Adopting a Civility Pledge for Elected and Appointed Officials, an Ordinance Adopting a Social Media Policy, updates to the Personnel Policy Manual, and an Ordinance Adopting City Council Communications and Conduct Policy, forwarding these items to the City Council.
Aug 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
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City Of Rock Falls Industrial Development Commission Meeting Minutes
The Commission discussed and approved a resolution regarding a partial land parcel at 200 W 2nd Street. Additionally, they approved the Contract for Sale and Purchase of the same Vacant Real Estate, which includes a provision for the city to retain some green space and an option to repurchase. The commission also reviewed updates regarding the property at 1211 W 5th Street and discussed the need for professional signage with contact information for the City Administrator's office.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
