#RockIsland Public Works began removing the temporary flood wall panels today at Schwiebert Park after crest of 21.5 ft. The City built a permanent flood wall in 1970 & bought a panel system years ago to add to flood protection. #flooding #mississippiriver #rockisland #twill

For National #PublicWorks Week, #rockisland honors Ky Paxson, who is a Maintenance I employee in Municipal Services Division. "I love working outside & driving the equipment," he said. "I enjoy working with all the guys - it's a good crew." #twill

Congrats to 2nd Ward Alderman Randy Hurt on re-election to a 2nd term in office for #RockIsland. Hurt took oath of office @ Monday's council meeting from City Clerk Samantha Gange. "I'm Iooking forward to continuing progress we've made over last couple of years," he said. #twill

The City of Rock Island & Augustana College College broke ground today for 6 new NCAA tennis courts at Lincoln Park. The $1.5 million project will be built by Estes Construction & designed by Shive-Hattery. The college will lease the courts for 10 years. #rockisland #tennis #twill

For National Public Works Week, meet Tammy Mendoza, Rock Island's longest-serving employee in its history - 47 years! As Office Assistant III in Fleet Services, she manages everything that makes the dept. work. Thanks, Tammy! #publicworks #NationalPublicWorksWeek #rockisland

Congrats to Jenna & Adam Dugan, who were married this morning at the Rock Island County Courthouse! After the ceremony, the Dugans walked over to City Hall for wedding photos. We are honored to be included in their special day! #justmarried #rockisland #bride #twill

See story from WHBF @0urQuadCities on how to nominate people for Rock Island's annual Citizen of the Year awards! Thanks Jonathan Turner! #rockisland #citizenawards ourquadcities.com/news/local-new…

Come out to Schwiebert Riverfront Park this weekend for Chalk Art Fest! More than 120 artists will be creating colorful works of art. The free, 2-day festival starts at 10am both days & will have food trucks & Kona Ice. #chalkart #rockisland quadcityarts.com/chalk-art-fest…

We want feedback on $7 million #downtown rebuild project! A community meeting will be held Tues, 6/27 from 6-8 p.m. at Holiday Inn, 226 17 St. Plans include redo of 2nd Avenue ped mall, new #dogpark on 21st St, outdoor dining, art, vendor stalls, landscaping, lighting. #twill

Attn #smallbusiness owners! Rock Island approved $1.25M in #ARPA funding for new business assistance programs w/the Development Association of Rock Island. Apply for GRIT (Growing RI together) or Commercial Property Enhancement (PEP) here: rigov.org/DocumentCenter… #twill

Submit #RockIsland Citizen of Year nominations until 7/21. We have submissions for all 8 categories but 1 - VETERAN. We know there are fantastic veterans living in RI who deserve recognition for their work in community! 🇺🇸 #veteran rigov.org/FormCenter/Cit…

It's time for the annual #RockIsland "Tell On Your Neighbor" awards. Send nominations & digital pics of beautiful yards in your neighborhood by Aug. 14 to Kathy Douglass in Community & Economic Development Dept @ [email protected]. For info call (309) 732-2905. #twill

Now hiring! If you enjoy helping youth excel in school and have academic skills to share, we've got tutoring opportunities at the MLK Center with the City of Rock Island. Apply at rigov.org. #MLK #tutors #rockisland #twill

Rock Island is proud to announce Bob & Pam Votroubek, owners of Handy True Value, as the 39th annual Labor Day Parade Grand Marshal! It's fitting since this is the 39th year Handy True Value, 1435 30th St., has been in business! #Labordayparade #Laborday #twill #rockisland

The City of Rock Island sends its condolences to Officer Alex Bowman & his family as they deal with the loss of not only a fantastic K-9 officer for the Police Department, but of a family member as well. Rest easy, Sparky. You were a very good boy. #hero #policedog #twill

Attn Rock Island Residents! Starting week of Oct 1, your refuse collection pickup date may change. Recycling & yard waste collection days will remain unchanged. Find your updated refuse collection day at rigov.org/refuse & help keep our city clean! #rockisland #recycling

Do you live in Rock Island's 3rd ward & are interested in guiding the City? Mayor Mike Thoms needs candidates for 3rd ward alderman. Send a brief letter stating why you're the best person for 3rd ward to Mayor Thoms @ [email protected] by Feb. 2 at 5pm #citycouncil #rockisland

Hear ye, hear ye! 📣 Rock Island Mayor Mike Thoms will give his 2024 State of the City Address Monday, Jan. 22. Watch live on the City's YouTube Channel youtube.com/watch?v=Yz-N1Q… starting at 10 a.m. #rockisland #StateoftheCityaddress #twill