City Rock
Recent News About City Rock
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CITY ROCK: 18 AV Resurfacing Project; 17-46 ST
Road construction on 18th Avenue between 17th Street and 46th Street is to begin on Monday, August 27, 2018.
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CITY ROCK: I-74 Mississippi River Bridge Construction Project
In order to keep the community informed of the I-74 Mississippi River Bridge Construction Project, news releases will be sent periodically by the Iowa's Department of Transportation.
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CITY ROCK: Detour and Road Closure to Thru Traffic; 5 ST 17-18 AV
To allow for a pavement repair on 5th Street, 5th Street will be closed to through traffic starting Monday morning, August 20th and extend through late Tuesday afternoon, August 21st.
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CITY ROCK: Update Rock Island - August 13, 2018
Labor Day Parade Registration - Calling all families, schools, churches, organizations, clubs and businesses!
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CITY ROCK: Lock It Up Initiative
BY SIMPLY TAKING A FEW PRECAUTIONARY STEPS, SUCH AS LOCKING YOUR VEHICLE AND SECURINGYOUR HOME, WE CAN PREVENT THE VAST MAJORITY OF THESE CRIMES.
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CITY ROCK: Deer Management Program 2018/19 Archery Hunting Season
Applications may be obtained from the front desk of the Police Department, Rock Island Parks and Recreation Office, or online at rigov.org.
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CITY ROCK: Head Back to School with Amazing Events this August
Events include: Activities for preschoolers: Toddler Tale Storytimes: Stories, songs, and a craft around a new theme each week for ages five and under accompanied by parent or caregiver.
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CITY ROCK: Make your Mondays Amazing in August
Liven up your Mondays with these free events from the Rock Island Public Library in August: Coin Collecting Basics with the Quad City Coin Club, Monday, August 6, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, Rock Island Downtown Library, 401 19th Street.
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CITY ROCK: One-Way Street during School Days; 25 AV 9-11 ST
Beginning on Thursday, August 2, 2018, 25th Avenue between 9th and 11th Street, near Frances Willard Elementary School, will be a one-way street
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CITY ROCK: 30th St/ 14th Ave Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Rock Island's New Pocket Park
Please join us as the City of Rock Island holds a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at the city’s new pocket park
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CITY ROCK: Schools Open Thursday, August 2nd, 2018
The problem escalates during the months children are in school.
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CITY ROCK: Library Hosts Community Conversations for Strategic Plan
The Rock Island Library will host two "Coffee & Community Conversations" aimed at gaining public input into how it can meet four primary objectives in its Strategic Plan for 2019-22.
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CITY ROCK: See Zoo Animals at your Rock Island Public Library
Animal educators from the 25-acre zoological park will visit the Rock Island Public Library to explore the wonders of the animal kingdom.
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CITY ROCK: Update Rock Island - July 9, 2018
Starlight Revue – Lincoln Park and the City’s Parks and Recreation Department will continue its concert series this Tuesday, July 10, 2018 with musical act, Milltown.
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CITY ROCK: Celebrate History with Three Events at Rock Island Library
Explore national, family and state history this July with three events offered as part of "Libraries Rock" summer programming for adults at Rock Island Public Library.
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CITY ROCK: Figge Docent Tours Available Through Rock Island Library
Thanks to Rock Island Public Library Foundation sponsorship of the Figge Art Museum's special summer exhibit, "Maurice Sendak: Where The Wild Things Are" Rock Island Public Library patrons can sign up for special docent tours of the exhibit.
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CITY ROCK: Rock River Flood Warning
Due to the continued high river level on the Rock River the City of Rock Island is recommending boaters avoid the Rock River west of Ben Williamson Park.
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CITY ROCK: Road Closure to Thru Traffic, 13 ST 4-5 AV
Beginning Thursday, July 5, 2018, 13th Street between 4th and 5th Avenue will be closed for the repair and relocation of the sewer main and Central Fire roof drain system.
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CITY ROCK: Naturalization of Parks
The Rock Island Parks and Recreation Department is currently implementing a new parks naturalization project. There are “no mow” areas in each park that have been designated for the project including steep hillsides and underutilized areas.
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CITY ROCK: Red, White and Boom for Boaters
The Schwiebert Riverfront Park Boat Docks will be open for boaters to enjoy during this year’s 2018 Red White and Boom event held in Downtown Rock Island on Tuesday, July 3rd. The docks, with 23 slips, will be available on a first come-first serve basis and no reservations for slips will be taken.