Cocktails-to-Go Approved

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.

Sewer Bill Information

The City will resume penalties and shut-offs for overdue sewer/garbage bills on November 1, 2020. If you have an overdue balance on your utility account, please try to pay down the balance during the month of October to avoid late charges and/or shut-off. If you have any questions about your account, please call (815) 626-6632.

Virtual Council Meetings

Due to the pandemic the Council Meetings will be conducted virtually. You can participate via the zoom app on your phone, tablet or p.c. using the free Zoom app. You will need to download it before the meeting to join in time. Click for more!

Plan Commission Meeting

Plan Commission meetings are the 3rd Thursday of the month. The Zoom link for the October 15th meeting is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89356957469

City Council
October 19, 2020 Agenda
October 5, 2020 Agenda | Minutes
September 21, 2020 Agenda | Minutes
Planning Commission
October 15, 2020 Agenda
September 17, 2020 Agenda | Minutes
August 20, 2020 Agenda | Minutes

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FY21 US EPA Brownfields Cleanup Grant
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