September 30 Agenda: Planning/Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its meeting on Wednesday, September 30, 2015, at 5:30 p.m., in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  The agenda follows. Approval of Chairman’s July 29, 2015, Report Old Business Review certain zoning classifications along

“Preserving Their Memories” Illinois Veterans’ History Project

Secretary of State, State Librarian, and Archivist Jesse White hosted “Preserving Their Memories” to honor veterans and their contributions to the Illinois Veterans’ History Project, Tuesday, September 22, 2015, at the Illinois State Library in Springfield, IL. The Illinois Veterans’ History Project honors Illinois veterans, by documenting and preserving their

Lone Bid Accepted for Jackson and E. Wall Streets Repairs

At 10:00 a.m. City of Morrison Engineer Shawn Ortgiesen held an official Sealed Bid Opening Special Meeting, on Monday, September 21, 2015, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room.  Mayor Everett Pannier, City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen, and Director of Public

Public Forum to Reduce Storm Damage October 1

Projects to prevent injuries, deaths, and property damage from major storms and other types of severe weather will be presented for Public Comment, in the Whiteside County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan.  This Plan will be available for review at the public forum on Thursday, October 1, 2015, from 5:00 to

September 22 Agenda: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet on Tuesday, September 22, 2015, at the Lions Pavilion in the Sports Complex, 315 Bishop Road, Morrison, IL, beginning at 7:00 p.m.  The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Approval of July 21, 2015, minutes New Business Tour Sports Complex Memorial

September 21 City of Morrison Special Council Meeting

Morrison City Council will hold a Special Council Meeting on Monday, September 21, 2015, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 2:00 p.m. in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room.  The lone agenda item follows.  Items for Consideration and Possible Action Award bid for Jackson

Voter Registration Cards Mailed Soon

Dana Nelson, Whiteside County Clerk, announced that new voter registration cards are being mailed out to all registered voters in Whiteside County in the next few weeks.  Please take the time to make sure that your name and address are correct on the new card.  If you do not receive

Illinois’ Seventh Annual U. S. Constitution and Citizenship Day

On Wednesday, September 16, 2015, Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White held the State’s seventh official U. S. Constitution and Citizenship Day Celebration.  The event also commemorated the 228th anniversary of the signing of the U. S. Constitution, which took place on September 17, 1787.  U. S. District Court Judge

September 14 City Council Agenda

On Monday, September 14, 2015, the City of Morrison Council Meeting will convene at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL.  The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment Alderman Recognition Declare Ward 4 Alderman Vacancy, Mayor Appointment

Main Street Patching Prior to Painting the Town

City Department of Public Works crew members transferred a dump truck load of “cold patch” surfacing material to the downtown area, on Wednesday, September 9, 2015. The location of these patches is 230 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen commented, “Each year as summer winds down, we

Honoring Illinois’ Fallen September 4

The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor Bruce Rauner’s Office that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly United States and Illinois flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of Lt. Charles Joseph GliniewiczFox Lake, IL, Police Department Gary Tresenriter,

Letter from CA Barry Dykhuizen

The City recently completed some additional striping on [N. High Street.  This was to complete a series of bike routes recommended by The Friends of the Parks. It has been some time since the bike routes were first introduced to the community.  For that reason, it may be useful to

September 1 Agenda: MHPC

Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, September 1, 2015, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room.  Note the day change.  The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Approval of August 4, 2015, minutes

August 24 City Council Report

On Monday, August 24, 2015, the City of Morrison Council convened at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL.  The meeting adjourned at 7:36. In attendance were Mayor Everett Pannier; City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen; Treasurer Evan Haag; Aldermen Curt Bender, Michael Blean, Dale

August 24 City Council Agenda

On Monday, August 24, 2015, the City of Morrison Council Meeting will convene at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL.  The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment Reports of City Officers and Department Heads City Administrator,