15 Sep 2017

Fire Hydrant Flushing Program

By Michelle Martin

The City of Rock Island’s Public Works Department will begin the Fire Hydrant Flushing Program on Monday, September 18, 2017, at 7:00 a.m. Crews will be flushing hydrants for approximately a four week period. The purpose of this program is to help maintain water quality standards and the fire protection system. Citizens may experience brief periods of discolored water or low pressure which is normal during flushing operations.

12 Sep 2017

Illinois Education Secretary Purvis to join national nonprofit

By Jason Schaumburg

 Gov. Rauner lauds tireless advocacy for children, families

CHICAGO (Sept. 11, 2017) – Secretary of Education Dr. Beth Purvis will be leaving the Office of the Governor on Friday, Sept. 15. Dr. Purvis will be joining a national nonprofit organization where she will oversee educational philanthropy.

“Beth has been a tireless advocate for Illinois children and families,” Gov. Rauner said. “We are deeply grateful for her efforts.”

12 Sep 2017

Gov. Rauner arrives in Tokyo

By Jason Schaumburg

TOKYO (Sept. 10, 2017) – Governor Bruce Rauner arrived in Tokyo where he will start the first international trade mission of his administration. Shortly after his arrival, the governor attended the welcome reception at the Midwest U.S.-Japan Association Conference.

12 Sep 2017

Neighborhood Roundtable - Saturday, September 16th 9:15am

By Tiffany Thorndike

You are invited to attend our next Neighborhood Roundtable, this Saturday, September 16th at 9:15am

at the Main Street Library; 321 N Main Street. Nicole Gleason, Davenport Public Works Director, will be discussing the roll of Public Works in the City including alley repair, snow removal and communication with Public Works. We hope to see you there!

11 Sep 2017

Governor Takes Bill Action on Sept 8, 2017

By Jason Schaumburg

SPRINGFIELD (Sept. 8, 2017) – Gov. Bruce Rauner took action today on the following bills:

Bill No.: HB 0213

An Act Concerning Education

Action: Signed

Effective: June 1, 2018

 

Bill No.: HB 0305

An Act Concerning Local Government 

Action: Signed

Effective: Immediately

 

Bill No.: HB 0370

An Act Concerning Education

Action: Signed

11 Sep 2017

Davenport's Bridge Street Closure

By Jennifer Nahra

The following notice is from Public Works - Bridge Ave will be closed between Kirkwood Blvd and E 12th St beginning Tuesday, September 12th for resurfacing work. Staff anticipates work will be complete by Friday, October 20th depending on weather and subsurface conditions.

11 Sep 2017

Gov. Reynolds orders flags at half-staff for Patriot Day

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Monday, Sept. 11, in honor of Patriot Day.

Flags will be at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex. Flags will also be half-staff on all public buildings, grounds and facilities throughout the state.

11 Sep 2017

$1.3 million awarded to Iowa communities for infrastructure projects

By Tina Hoffman
September 8, 2017 (Des Moines, IA) – Awards totaling $1.3 million were announced today for four communities across the state. The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) awarded Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to support community water and sewer infrastructure projects. 
11 Sep 2017

Loebsack Representative to Hold Office Hours Sept. 12th and Sept. 26th

By Joe Hand

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Dave Loebsack will have a member of his staff in Clinton and Scott Counties for open office hours. Jared Mullendore, Loebsack’s District Representative, will be at the following locations. Mullendore will be on hand to work with individuals who are having difficulty with a government agency, have suggestions for Dave, or would just like to share their concerns. Members of the public are invited to attend.

11 Sep 2017

Gov. Rauner announces leadership transition at DoIT

By Jason Schaumburg

CHICAGO (Sept. 7, 2017) – Acting Secretary and State CIO Hardik Bhatt will be leaving the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) after leading the digital transformation in state government for more than two years. Hardik is returning to the private sector to lead smart cities and transportation technology business for a large multinational U.S. company.

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