Access to information about Open Houses & Home Buyer Seminar during August, 2005, provided by Neighborhood Development Division of the Community Development Department.

08.09.05 -

City Council Approves Appointments to Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

08.09.05 -

City Council to Consider Daytime Curfew

08.01.05 -

City Council Approves Littering Ordinance

08.01.05 -

Rockford Celebrates National Night Out

07.27.05 -

Police Chief Announces Retirement Plans

07.26.05 -

City Council Approves UPS Agreement

07.26.05 -

Walk Across Illinois Coming to Rockford

07.22.05 -

City Council to Consider Anti-Litter Law

07.22.05 -

Public Hearing Set on Geothermal Energy

07.01.05 -

Street Resurfacing Program to Begin

06.24.05 -

Public Comments Sought on Long-Range Transportation Plan

06.24.05 -

County, City Announce Crime Reduction Programs

06.23.05 -

Summer Cooling Sites Announced

06.23.05 -

Summer Food Program Available for Kids

06.22.05 -

Rockford 4th of July Activities Planned

06.20.05 -

America in Bloom Judges Arrive This Week

06.08.05 -

21 NEW FIREFIGHTERS GRADUATE FROM THE ROCKFORD FIRE ACADEMY

06.07.05 -

America in Bloom Judges Due June 23rd

06.07.05 -

Taste of Rockford Returns June 17th and 18th

06.07.05 -

Mayor's Arts Awards to be Presented June 9th

06.03.05 -

Public Meeting to Discuss Bicycle-Pedestrian Improvements

06.02.05 -

FIRE DEPARTMENT HOSTS ANNUAL SAFETY FEST AND 911 RUN THIS WEEKEND

06.01.05 -

Citywide Cleanup This Weekend

05.27.05 -

Great Race Coming to Rockford!

05.26.05 -

Rockin' Summer Campaign Underway

05.26.05 -

Fire Department Safety Festival and 911 Run Planned

05.24.05 -

Rockford Memorial Day Activities Planned

05.09.05 -

21 New Rockford Firefighters Graduate from Fire Academy

05.02.05 -

City of Rockford Celebrates Arbor Day

04.28.05 -

Mayor Morrissey Selects New City Administrator and New Legal Director

04.26.05 -

Mayor Morrissey Pushes City of Rockford Agenda in Washington D.C.

04.25.05 -

City of Rockford Sells Bonds for Public Improvements

04.25.05 -

Larry Morrissey Sworn In As Mayor

04.25.05 -

Rockford Area Transportation Study Seeking Public Comment

04.19.05 -

UPS To Expand Rockford Hub

04.06.05 -

Rockford Elects New Mayor; Road Referendum Passes

03.25.05 -

Thursday Deadline for Purchasing Rockford Vehicle Stickers

03.24.05 -

Rockford Announces New Sister City

03.23.05 -

City, RAEDC Release Results of Global Tradepark Survey

03.23.05 -

Curbside Yard Waste Pickup Resumes March 28th

03.15.05 -

State Money Awarded for Airport Parking

03.10.05 -

New Public Art Planned for Rockford Riverfront

03.01.05 -

22 New Firefighters Sworn In

03.01.05 -

UPS Selects Louisville for New Expansion

02.23.05 -

City Council Primary Election Results

02.23.05 -

City Council Approves 2005 Budget

02.18.05 -

Governor's Budget Includes Money for Rockford Projects

02.17.05 -

Nominations Being Accepted for Mayor's Arts Awards

02.16.05 -

Notices Sent to Rockford Water Customers

02.14.05 -

Mayor Announces the Availability of Emergency Shelter Grants

Press Release about the Emergency Shelter Grants available.

02.08.05 -

Rockford Airport Receives $3.9 Million Federal Grant

02.08.05 -

City Council Endorses North Main & Auburn Plan

02.07.05 -

New Fire Trucks and Ambulances Delivered

01.28.05 -

Northwest Airlines Adds Rockford to Detroit Service

01.28.05 -

Local Dialogue on Poverty Announced

01.28.05 -

Mayor Scott Opens Tax Counseling Site

01.26.05 -

Community Assistance Program Request for Proposals

Press release announcing the Community Assistance Program Request for Proposal.

01.07.05 -

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Will my 911 call be kept confidential?

How can I apply to have a historic district created?

The Rockford Historic Preservation Commission explains how to create a historic district.

What is the difference between local landmarks and historic districts, and those on the National Register of Historic Places?

Rockford Historic Preservation Commission explains the difference between local landmarks and historic districts, and those on the National Register of Historic Places.

How many landmarks and historic districts are in Rockford?

Historic Preservation Commission indicates how many landmarks and historic districts there are in Rockford.

How do I find out if a property is in a historic district?

Rockford Historic Preservation Commission explains how to tell if a property is located in a historic district.

Is there any financial assistance available for renovation of owner-occupied homes that have been designated as landmarks or as part of historic districts?

Rockford Historic Preservation Commission explains what financial assistance is available for the renovation of owner-occupied homes that have been designated as landmarks or as part of historic districts.

Who is eligible for emergency financial assistance?

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How do I enroll in an asset building program?

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What does the Historic Preservation Commission do?

Access to information about the Historic Preservation Commission.

How does the Historic Preservation Commission decide whether or not to recommend designation of something as a landmark or historic district?

Access to information on how the Rockford Historic Preservation Commission determines whether or not something should be designated a local landmark or historic district.

How can I apply to have something designated a landmark?

Access to information on how to apply for something to be designated a landmark.

Are just buildings considered landmarks?

Access to what other objects other than buildings may be considered for landmark status.

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What's a Certificate of Appropriateness?

Explanation of what a Certificate of Appropriateness is provided by the Rockford Historic Preservation Commission.

How do I apply for a Certificate of Appropriateness?

Access to the Certificate of Appropriateness application provided by the Rockford Historic Preservation Commission.

How does the Preservation Commission decide what changes to landmarks or properties in local historic districts should and should not be approved?

Explanation of how a decision is made to either approve or not approve a change to landmarks or properties in local historic districts. Also, access to the Historic Preservation design guidelines used to make those decisions.

How do I research the history of my building?

Access to information on how to research the history of a property provided by the Rockford Historic Preservation Commission.

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Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Application

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Auburn and Cumberland Street Rehabilitation Project

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Hours and Holidays

Rock River Independent Film Fest

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2005 Bids

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Discolored Water Alert 7-3-06

Mayor Announces New Parking Enforcement Ordinance

Appointees Announced For Mayor’s First Youth Advisory Council

Springfield Avenue Reopens

Weed & Seed Improvement Projects

Summer Cooling Assistance

Truancy Ordinance Hearing Process Adopted

Youth Values Campaign Launched

Harrison Avenue Construction Update

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Proposed Zoning Revisions

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Mayor Morrissey Declares Local Emergency After Storm Damage

The nFACTOR and RAEDC Announce Rockford Day At NIU

Illinois Department of Insurance to Assist Local Flood Victims

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What is the phone number of the main office for the Fire Department?

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What number should I call to reach the Rockford Fire Department for a non-emergency?

What are the phone numbers for the different departments?

What is the City of Rockford's fire insurance rating (ISO)?

How many emergency calls were handled by the Fire Department in 2007?

How many fire dispatches did the E-911 Division record in 2007?

What is the number of fire department personnel?

What fire station is closest to my home?

What are the types of fire department apparatus?

What is the annual fire department budget?

How much fluoride should be in my drinking water?

Does the Rockford Police Department offer fingerprinting services?

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Where do codes come from?

When am I required to hire a design professional?

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How many layers of roofing can I have on roof?

How deep must frost footings be?

Why do I need a permit?

What type of work is exempt from an electrical permit?

Where do codes come from?

When am I required to hire a design professional?

Why do I need to submit construction documents?

Can a homeowner install electrical work in their home?

How do I become a registered electrician?

What can be done about abandoned/vacant houses with broken windows or doors?

What happens after I file a complaint?

Is my complaint confidential?

Can a complaint be filed in regards to a dilapidated garage?

Can a complaint be filed about deteriorated houses and/or buildings?

Can I file a complaint about repairs that my landlord will not respond to?

Why do I need a Mechanical Permit?

What type of work is exempt from a mechanical permit?

What type of work is exempt from a plumbing permit?

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Where is the Legal Department located?

How many aldermen are there?

There are fourteen aldermen, elected by ward, with four year terms all ending in the same year.

How often does the council meet?

Council members come together as whole once a week usually and also meet in weekly committee meetings on Mondays; Finance and Personnel, Planning and Development, and Code and Regulation. Aldermen make decisions, pass ordinances, appropriate funds and present initiatives so as to best represent the needs of both their respective constituents and the City of Rockford as a whole.

Where is the Mayor's Office?

How often is the Mayor elected?

Who is my alderman?

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Where can I find out about parades and other events in town?

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Where can I find out about raffle licenses?

I have a problem with a towing company. Who do I call?

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Who collects taxes?

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Will I have a better chance of being selected for testing and/or an interview if I send my application/resume directly to the City Department where the vacancy exists?

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What is tax increment financing?

I'd like to purchase a home but don't know where to begin. Do you have any suggestions?

I'd like to purchase a home but have bad credit. What can I do?

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Open Bids

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Bid Tabulations

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I live in a residential neighborhood; may I display and sell my vehicle?

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Global Tradepark

This page contains informtation on the Rockford Global Trade Park.

NICRI

West State Street Corridor Study

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MAYOR'S CALL TO ACTION

2007-2011 Capital Improvements Plan

Mayor Morrissey Responds to Rockford Register Star

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Explanation of who is on the Historic Preservation Commission, and how they are appointed.

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Rockford, IL Crime Statistics

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Community & Economic Development Department Quarterly Newsletter

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Neighborhood Stabilization Program

Access to information about the City of Rockford Community & Economic Development Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) and Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP2) grant applications.

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