Sanitary Sewer Inspections

RedZone Robotics, a contractor working for the City will be inspecting the sanitary sewer lines. Work will primarily occur between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm seven days a week and sometimes at night.

Illinois has approved “Cocktails-to-Go” as a temporary measure because of the pandemic, but the new State law still requires local approval. Please click through to download the application and find more information.

Lawrence Brothers Rebuild Illinois Grant Application

The City is seeking a Rebuild Illinois Shovel Ready Sites grant for Enviro Assessment work, Architectural Planning & Design, Building Improvements, and other Site Prep for the Lawrence Brothers site.

COVID-19 Loans for Business

We are pleased to announce a local $300,000 Revolving Loan Fund for COVID-19 Relief to provide more immediate relief to our local small businesses! Details: http://sterling-il.gov/covid19loan.cfm

City Council
July 6, 2020 Agenda
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June 15, 2020 Agenda | Minutes
Planning Commission
June 25, 2020 Agenda
May 21, 2020 Agenda
April 16, 2020 Agenda | Minutes

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