13 Feb 2017

Apply now to Davenport's Citizens Academy

By Tiffany Thorndike

Applications for DavenportU are being accepted until Monday, February 20th. Davenport’s Citizens Academy, DavenportU, is an interactive nine-week program geared towards engaging citizens with their City government. Starting with a Government 101 course, participants will be involved in fun and engaging lessons while learning just how City departments function.

13 Feb 2017

CITIY OF DAVENPORT HOLIDAY CLOSINGS – PRESIDENTS’ DAY 2017

By Tiffany Thorndike

City of Davenport will observe Presidents’ Day as a holiday on
Monday, February 20, 2017
All City of Davenport offices & the Public Works Center will be closed.
Police Department front desk and records office will be closed.
Library Main, Fairmount and Eastern branches will be closed.
River’s Edge facility will be open.
Vander Veer Conservatory will be closed.
Adler Theatre box office will be open but adminstrative offices will be closed.

01 Feb 2017

Gov. Branstad signs Senate File 130 into law

By Office of the Governor of the State of Iowa

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Terry Branstad today signed the following bill into law:

 

01 Feb 2017

State Rep. Tony McCombie Files First Bill to Ensure Local Tax Dollars Collected by the State Return to the Community Faster

By David Kubik

Springfield…. State Representative Tony McCombie (IL-71st) today announced that she has filed her first piece of legislation to be considered by the Illinois House of Representatives. According to Rep.

01 Feb 2017

1st Ward Meeting - Saturday, February 11th 10AM

By Tiffany Thorndike

Alderman Rick Dunn invites you to his ward meeting on Saturday, February 11th 10:00AM at the Roosevelt Community Center; 1220 Minnie Avenue. If you're not able to attend and have questions or concerns please feel free to contact Alderman Dunn at rdunn@ci.davenport.ia.us or 563-508-5721. Thanks and we look forward to seeing you on Saturday, February 11th!

27 Jan 2017

Governor Takes Bill Action on Jan 27, 2017

By Catherine Kelly

CHICAGO – Governor Bruce Rauner took action today on the following bills:

Bill No.: HB 6074

An Act Concerning Civil Law

Action: Signed

Effective: Immediate

Bill No.: SB 261

An Act Concerning Employment

Action: Vetoed

Note: Veto Message Below

Bill No.: SB 2808

An Act Concerning Transportation

Action: Signed

Effective: June 1, 2017

Bill No.: SB 2884

26 Jan 2017

McCombie Response to State of the State

By David Kubik

Springfield…. Following the Governor’s annual State of the State address today, State Representative Tony McCombie (IL-71st) expressed optimism that Republicans and Democrats will work together by building on past successes, and respecting each other’s priorities and compromising to address the many issues facing the state.

24 Jan 2017

Davenport U applications being accepted

By Kurt Allemeier

Now open! Applications are being accepted through Feb. 20 for Davenport U, giving residents the chance to learn about City government, from finance and economic development to public safety and streets and sewers.
For more information and apply, go to www.cityofdavenportiowa.com/citizensacad....

20 Jan 2017

Governor Takes Bill Action on Jan 13, 2017

By Catherine Kelly

SPRINGFIELD – Governor Bruce Rauner took action today on the following bill:

Bill No.: SB 2799

An Act Concerning Regulation

Action: Signed

Effective: Immediately

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20 Jan 2017

Q&A: Restoring Checks and Balances With U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley

By Grassley Press

Q: What is the REINS Act?

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