Rock Island County, Illinois

City Council

Historic Preservation Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

City Council

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

Community Development Commission

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

Library Board of Trustees

Parks and Recreation Board

Police Community Relations Commission

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

City Council

Historic Preservation Commission

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

Planning & Zoning Commission

City Council

Library Board of Trustees

Parks and Recreation Board

Police Community Relations Commission

Community Development Commission

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

City Council

Historic Preservation Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

City Council

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

Community Development Commission

Library Board of Trustees

Parks and Recreation Board

Police Community Relations Commission

City Council

Historic Preservation Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

City Council

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

Community Development Commission

Library Board of Trustees

Parks and Recreation Board

Police Community Relations Commission

Historic Preservation Commission

City Council

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

City Council

Parks and Recreation Board

Library Board of Trustees

Police Community Relations Commission

Historic Preservation Commission

Community Development Commission

City Council

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

Community Development Commission

Parks and Recreation Board

Library Board of Trustees

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

Community Development Commission

Library Board of Trustees

Parks and Recreation Board

Community Development Commission

Parks and Recreation Board

Library Board of Trustees

Community Development Commission

Library Board of Trustees

Community Development Commission

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board of Trustees

Community Development Commission

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board of Trustees

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Firefighters’ Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to consider financial reports, investment updates, and membership applications. The board will discuss old business such as a member vacancy and officer elections, and new business including the actuarial valuation and tax levy request. Additional items include trustee training fee approvals, retirement benefit approvals, and an attorney's legal report.

• Review/Approve – Actuarial Valuation and Tax Levy Request
• Approval of Trustee Training Registration Fees and Reimbursable Expenses
• Applications for Membership – Austin Ford, Brandon Richards, Gabriel Torrens
• Approve Regular Retirement Benefits – Darren LeBeau
• Attorney’s Report – Annual Independent Medical Examination of Andrew West

Police Pension Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and investment performance. The board will consider approvals for retirement benefits, membership applications, and a cash management policy.

• Review and approval of Actuarial Valuation and Tax Levy Request
• Approval of regular retirement benefits for Brett Buchen
• Approval of surviving spousal benefits for Louise Lingafelter
• Discussion and possible action on Richard Landi’s Administrative Review
• Discussion and possible action regarding Cash Management Policy

Library Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Public Library Board will vote on several motions, including approving the State Library Technology Grant contract and a $94,566.00 budget adjustment for CY 2026 to fund the grant. Other items include a $9,500 building scan add‑on from Cordogan Clark, a $15,840 shade sail project for the Watts‑Midtown Library, and updating library hours to a new schedule starting September 1, 2026. The board will also approve monthly bills of $51,089.54 and submit the CY 2027 budget to the City Finance Team, while swearing in two new trustees.

• Motion to approve State Library Technology Grant contract (Illinois State Library)
• Motion to approve a $94,566.00 budget adjustment for CY 2026 to accommodate grant funds
• Motion to approve Cordogan Clark building scan add‑on for $9,500 plus up to $1,000 reimbursables
• Motion to approve shade sails at Watts‑Midtown Library for $15,840
• Motion to update library hours to a new schedule beginning September 1, 2026

Parks and Recreation Board

The Rock Island Parks and Recreation Board will review monthly financial reports and bills totaling $177,939.57. The board will also consider special event applications for the QC Jazz Festival and the Run Like a Rockstar 5k.

• June bills totaling $177,939.57
• Special Event Application: QC Jazz Festival
• Special Event Application: Run Like a Rockstar 5k

Community Development Commission

The Community Development Commission will discuss and compare a new proposed funding allocation method. It will receive a report from the Community Development Department on the approval of the Public Service program updates. The commission will also consider the 2027 Public Service Application and the Internal Public Facilities Application.

• Discussion and comparison of the new proposed funding allocation method
• Report on approval of the Public Service program updates
• Review of the 2027 Public Service Application
• Review of the Internal Public Facilities Application

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

The advisory board will review the 2025 budget ($16,750 budget, $14,016 actual) and the proposed 2026 budget of $14,775, noting a $1,975 reduction. It will discuss planning for the 42nd Labor Day Parade, including the theme “Marching through 250 Years of American History,” volunteer recruitment, promotional schedule, and possible parade extras such as balloons and giveaways. The board will also consider musical and attraction entries and their fees. The meeting will end with public comments and set the next meeting for August 10.

• Treasurer’s report: 2025 budget $16,750, actual $14,016; 2026 budget $14,775 (a $1,975 decrease)
• Planning #42 theme set to “Marching through 250 Years of American History” and parade dedication to Janice Berry
• Review of promotional schedule and volunteer recruitment for the parade route
• Discussion of parade extras, including balloons, giveaways, and shirt updates
• List of musical and attraction entries with fees (e.g., St. Ambrose University band $550, high school bands $550, marching Avenir Highsteppers $500, horse & carriage $1,200)

Human Rights Commission

The Rock Island Human Rights Commission will meet on July 16, 2026 at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, public comment, and approval of minutes from the previous meeting. Commissioners will review Complaint 118-2026-JY and discuss the officer election procedure. Additional items are a revised document review, strategic direction review, and appointment of commissioners.

• Review of Complaint 118-2026-JY.pdf
• Discussion of Officer Election Procedure
• Revised Document Review
• Strategic Direction Review
• Appointment of Commissioners

Police Community Relations Commission

Wetland Task Force

The Rock Island County Wetland Task Force will consider minutes from May 20, 2026, and receive updates on the Land & Water Reserve process and from Augustana College. A discussion on reserve rights is also scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural with no votes on specific projects or funding.

• Approval of May 20, 2026 meeting minutes
• Update on Land & Water Reserve process
• Update from Augustana College
• Discussion on reserve rights

Inspections Commission

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

City Council

The Rock Island City Council will vote on approving claims totaling over $3.5 million, including street repairs and flood pump rentals. The body will also consider contracts for TIF planning and sidewalk improvements, and approve budget adjustments to various city funds.

• Claims for street repairs and flood pumps totaling $3.5 million
• Contract with PGAV Planners for TIF planning ($33,000)
• Sidewalk improvements on 20th Avenue ($609,124.50)
• Budget adjustments to Street Improvement and TIF funds
• Approval of special use permit for 702 20th Street

Fire and Police Commissioners Board

This is a largely procedural meeting. The board will approve prior meeting minutes, hear public comment, and then enter an executive session to discuss appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of June 24, 2026 meeting minutes
• Executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) for personnel matters

General

The Rock Island Public Library Board Finance Committee will meet to review the Calendar Year 2027 budget, including startup, staffing, and potential budget cuts. They will also discuss a possible Downtown Master Plan building fund. The meeting may include a closed session if needed.

• Review CY 2027 budget startup, staffing, and potential cuts
• Discuss possible Downtown Master Plan building fund
• Review CIP submission
• Potential closed session (voting item)
• Director Cuneo to provide comprehensive budget packets and walkthrough

General

This is a public listening session for small business owners and residents, hosted by the City of Rock Island. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and input only.

Arts & Beautification Commission

The commission meets to consider routine business including approval of minutes from April and May 2026 meetings. The main action item is reviewing the July 2026 Yard of the Month nominees and selecting a winner.

• Approval of April 8, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approval of May 13, 2026 meeting minutes
• Review July 2026 Yard of the Month nominee slideshow and select winner

Liquor Hearing

The Rock Island County Liquor Control Commission will hold a special hearing on July 8, 2026, to consider 12 alleged violations by DeAnna's Place LLC at 2730 5th Avenue. The counts include disorderly conduct, failure to maintain required telephone and recording systems, allowing minors, and outdoor service. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Hearing for DeAnna's Place LLC (2730 5th Ave) on 12 counts: Counts I, VI, IX, XI (disorderly conduct); Count II (telephone required); Counts III, V, VII, VIII, X (recording system/ID scanners); Count IV (minors); Count XII (outdoor service)
• Witness list includes 13 police officers and a deputy chief
• Approval of minutes from March 16, 2026 Liquor Commission Hearing
• Public comment period before the liquor hearing

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several variance requests and rezoning applications. These items include residential variances, a special use permit for industrial properties, and city-led rezoning requests.

• Variance request for 4027 24th Street (R-1 district)
• Variance request for 2100 20th 1/2 Avenue (R-1 district)
• Variance request for 2024 32nd Street (R-1 district)
• Special Use Permit request for Del's Metals Company at 1600 Mill Street and 1700 1st Street
• Rezoning requests for PIN 1616305004, PIN 1620200004, and PIN 1620400002

Historic Preservation Commission

Fire and Police Commissioners Board

The board will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct business. The agenda includes a scheduled executive session to discuss specific employee matters.

• Approval of June 3, 2026 meeting minutes
• Executive session regarding appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees

Fire and Police Commissioners Board

The Fire & Police Commissioners Board will consider approving the June 3, 2026 meeting minutes. It will discuss a motion to dispose of audio recordings of closed sessions in accordance with the Open Meeting Act. The board will vote on whether to enter an Executive Session for matters involving appointments, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees. A motion to adjourn will also be considered.

• Approval of June 3, 2026 meeting minutes
• Motion to dispose of audio recordings of closed sessions per the Open Meeting Act
• Motion to enter Executive Session for employee‑related matters under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting

City Council

The Rock Island City Council will vote on several second-reading ordinances, including amendments to municipal property redevelopment policy and the Rivertracks LLC redevelopment agreement. First readings include a mobile food unit for Eggroll Express and a special use permit at 702 20th Street. The consent agenda covers over $7 million in claims and payroll, as well as event permits. Contracts include a building assessment services agreement and a School Resource Officer deal with Rock Island-Milan School District.

• Second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 11, Article X: Municipal Property for Redevelopment and purchase/sale policy
• Second reading of ordinance approving amended Rivertracks LLC Redevelopment Agreement
• First reading: Eggroll Express mobile food unit on city property near Arts Alley
• First reading: Special Use Permit for Mary Gordon at 702 20th Street
• Consent agenda includes claims totaling $1,028,187.90 (May 8-14), $769,217.89 (May 15-21), $515,051.66 (May 22-28), $1,172,094.48 (May 29-June 4), and payroll of $1,979,943.00 (Apr 27-May 10) and $2,020,455.24 (May 11-24)

The City Council passed multiple ordinances regarding handicapped parking, municipal property policy, and the Rivertracks LLC Redevelopment Agreement. The council also approved first readings for a mobile food unit request, a special use permit, and a new parking space installation.

• Approved ordinance for handicapped parking at 1916 9th Street (7-0)
• Approved ordinance for handicapped parking at 2725 Karlburg Court (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending municipal property purchase and sale policy (7-0)
• Approved amended Rivertracks LLC Redevelopment Agreement (7-0)
• Adopted resolution in support of Illinois America250 Commemoration (7-0)
• Approved first reading for Eggroll Express mobile food unit request (7-0)
• Approved first reading for Mary Gordon special use permit at 702 20th Street (7-0)
• Approved first reading for handicapped parking at 838 25th Street (7-0)

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

General

The Rock Island Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss officer election procedures and the commission's strategic direction. The meeting also includes time for public comment and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of officer election procedure
• Discussion of strategic direction

Inspections Commission

Police Community Relations Commission

Wetland Task Force

The Wetland Task Force will consider approving minutes from May 20, 2026, receive updates on the Land & Water Reserve process and from Augustana College, and discuss reserve rights. No votes on funding or policy changes are listed. Public comment will be heard.

• Approval of May 20, 2026 meeting minutes
• Update on Land & Water Reserve process
• Update from Augustana College
• Discussion on reserve rights
• Public comment period

Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Board

The board will hear a strategic plan presentation by Dr. LaDrina Wilson and then discuss the proposed strategic goals. A consent agenda will approve the meeting minutes and a financial report. The meeting includes a director’s report and public comment.

• Strategic Plan Presentation – Dr. LaDrina Wilson
• Board Consideration of Strategic Goals – Kai
• Approval of Minutes – Kai (consent agenda)
• Financial Report – Jessica (consent agenda)
• Director’s Report – Jerry

Library Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Public Library Board will approve monthly bills for May totaling $58,827.42 and discuss facility projects including the Watts-Midtown Shade Sail and downtown sculptures.

• Approval of monthly bills for May in the amount of $58,827.42
• Discussion of the Watts-Midtown Shade Sail Project
• Discussion of Downtown & Southwest Sculptures
• Review of State Library Security Grant Awards
• Discussion of Gate count and hours

Parks and Recreation Board

The Rock Island County Parks and Recreation Board will meet to approve minutes, hear financial and department reports, and discuss business items. They will consider special event applications for the Imposters Music Festival and Putt Putt ABOUT Rock Island, and receive updates on the dog park and staffing. The board will also review monthly bills totaling $371,773.91.

• Approval of May bills totaling $371,773.91
• Special Event Application: Imposters Music Festival
• Special Event Application: Putt Putt ABOUT Rock Island
• Dog park progress update
• Staffing update

Arts & Beautification Commission

The Arts & Beautification Commission will approve the minutes from its April 8 and May 13, 2026 meetings. It will also review the nominees for Yard of the Month and choose a winner for June 2026. No other business is listed.

• Approve April 8, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approve May 13, 2026 meeting minutes
• Select June 2026 Yard of the Month winner

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

Library Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Public Library Board's Community & Planning Committee is meeting to discuss child development stages, developing a communications system with schools and parents, and brainstorming community supporters and volunteers. Updates on the Imagination Library and Capital Campaign are also on the agenda. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the meeting is focused on planning and discussion.

• Discussion of the development stages of children
• Begin developing a communications and networking system with schools/parents
• Brainstorm other supporters and potential volunteers
• Imagination Library – Updates
• Capital Campaign - Updates

City Council

The Rock Island City Council will hold first readings on several ordinances, including an amendment to the Rivertracks LLC Redevelopment Agreement, and hear a presentation on the Augustana Hilltop Area Market Analysis. The council will also vote on a $3.4 million contract for the 20th Street utilities project and consider multiple emergency repairs and equipment purchases.

• First reading of ordinance amending Rivertracks LLC Redevelopment Agreement
• Award of $3,418,087.16 contract to Langman Construction for 20th Street utilities project
• First readings for handicapped parking space removals/installations at 4529 14th Ave, 1916 9th St, and 2725 Karlburg Ct
• Proclamations declaring June 2026 as Pride Month and June 13, 2026 as Rock Island County NAACP Day
• Emergency purchases including a $165,370 John Deere backhoe and $68,301.48 sewer lateral repair

The City Council approved multiple traffic-related ordinances, including parking changes and stop sign installations. They also passed an amended redevelopment agreement for Rivertracks LLC that includes a clause regarding the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act.

• Approved agenda (5-0-2)
• Approved ordinance to remove handicapped parking at 4529 14th Avenue (5-0-2)
• Approved ordinance to install handicapped parking at 1916 9th Street (5-0-2)
• Approved ordinance to install handicapped parking at 2725 Karlburg Court (5-0-2)
• Approved ordinance to install stop signs at 19th Street and 12th Avenue (5-0-2)
• Approved ordinance amending municipal property redevelopment policy (5-0-2)
• Approved amended Rivertracks LLC Redevelopment Agreement with prevailing wage clause (5-0-2)
• Approved consent agenda including Wake Brewing sound amplification request (5-0-2)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Rock Island County Historic Preservation Commission will consider a resolution and recommendation to remove the Centennial Bridge. A roll call vote is scheduled on the motion to adopt the resolution. This is the main business item on the agenda.

• Resolution and recommendation on removal of Centennial Bridge with roll call vote

Planning & Zoning Commission

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review two Certificate of Appropriateness applications. The body will decide if proposed work at two specific addresses meets preservation standards.

• Case 2026-03: Certificate of Appropriateness application for 1628 22nd Street
• Case 2026-04: Certificate of Appropriateness application for 544 23rd Street

Human Rights Commission

Wetland Task Force

The Rock Island County Wetland Task Force will meet to approve past meeting minutes and discuss updates regarding the Land & Water Reserve process and a report from Augustana College. The meeting will also include a public comment period.

• Approval of meeting minutes from March 2025 to present
• Update on Land & Water Reserve process
• Update from Augustana College
• Public comment period

Police Community Relations Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Police Community Relations Commission with no specific decisions or discussions listed on the agenda. The agenda includes only routine items: call to order, roll call, public comment, other business, and adjournment.

• No substantive items on agenda.

Inspections Commission

Library Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Public Library Board will consider approving updated bylaws for the Board of Trustees and review audited year-end financial statements for 2025. The board will also vote on monthly bills totaling $43,971.48 and discuss budget needs for calendar year 2027. Other items include a gate count and hours discussion and updates from committees.

• Motion to approve monthly bills for April in the amount of $43,971.48
• Presentation of audited 2025 Year-End Financial Statements
• Motion to approve the Bylaws of the Board of Trustees
• Discuss budget needs for CY 2027
• Gate count and hours discussion with April count results

Community Development Commission

The Community Development Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve draft minutes from April 20, 2026, and discuss the CDBG public service scoring process. A remote attendance request for Jennifer Osing requires a motion and vote. The June 15, 2026 meeting is cancelled; the next meeting is July 20, 2026.

• Discussion of CDBG public service scoring process
• Approval of draft meeting minutes from April 20, 2026
• Motion and vote to allow Jennifer Osing to attend remotely under 5 ILCS 120/7

The Community Development Commission voted unanimously to approve the city’s 2026 Annual Action Plan and forward it to City Council for final adoption. Members also approved a policy adjusting the housing waitlist, which will close at 75 applicants, announce reopening at 50, and resume applications after a 30-day notice. Additionally, the commission recommended lowering public service funding amounts for Spring Forward and QC Narrative to $19,500 each. These decisions determine how federal Community Development Block Grant funds are allocated this year and set the rules for local housing access.

• Approved 2026 Annual Action Plan and sent to City Council (6-0)
• Adopted waitlist policy closing at 75 applicants, announcing reopening at 50, and resuming applications after 30 days (6-0)
• Recommended lowering public service amounts for Spring Forward and QC Narrative to $19,500 each (6-0)
• Approved March 26, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Rock Island County Parks and Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and bills, receive department and facility reports, and discuss several business items. Key actions include considering two special event applications and updates on the Hauberg Sport Field/Reservoir Park and a sculpture dedication.

• Approval of April bills totaling $236,784.61
• Special event applications for Tomlinson-Jacobs Wedding and Family Fun Fest
• Dedication of Dean Mathias bicycle sculpture
• Congressional Funding Update
• Hauberg Sport Field / Reservoir Park update

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a handicapped parking space, a marathon route closure, and speed humps. They will also vote on a consent agenda with claims exceeding $1.3 million and various payments for public works projects. Additionally, the council will appoint a Mayor Pro Tem.

• Ordinance for handicapped parking space at 3225 9th Avenue (second reading)
• Resolution for TBK Quad Cities Marathon road closures on Master Sgt. Stanley Talbot Memorial Bridge, 15th St., and 1st Ave. on Sept. 27, 2026
• First reading of ordinance to install speed humps on 25th Avenue between 27th and 30th Street
• Consent agenda includes claims of $1,393,669.37 and ACH report of $1,057,938.67
• Payments for Seal Coat Program ($137,563.87) and emergency lead service replacement at 2506 33rd Avenue ($12,135.48)

The council passed an ordinance to install a handicapped parking space at 3225 9th Avenue with a unanimous 7-0-0 vote. It also approved the Quad Cities Running Club marathon bridge closure request, adopted several proclamations, and approved routine consent agenda items and payments. Alderperson Parker was elected Mayor Pro Tem through May 2027.

• Approved handicapped parking space ordinance at 3225 9th Ave (7-0-0)
• Approved Quad Cities Running Club marathon bridge closure resolution (7-0-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items a‑e (7-0-0)
• Approved claims a‑c for Public Works payments (6-0-0, Parker recused)
• Approved claims d‑f for Finance and Fire payments (7-0-0)
• Elected Alderperson Parker as Mayor Pro Tem through May 2027 (6-0-0, Parker recused)
• Entered Closed Session for self‑evaluation matters (7-0-0 voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting to June 8, 2026 (7-0-0 voice vote)

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

The board is discussing planning for the September 7, 2026, parade, including the theme and promotional schedule. Members are reviewing the 2026 budget and proposed fees for musical groups and attractions.

• 2026 budget set at $14,775
• Theme: 'Marching through 250 Years of American History'
• Parade Dedication: Janice Berry
• Proposed musical group fees ranging from $350 to $800
• Proposed $1,200 fee for horse & carriage

Arts & Beautification Commission

The Rock Island County Arts & Beautification Commission will meet to review nominees and select a winner for the May 2026 Yard of the Month award. The meeting is a standard procedural gathering with no major policy decisions scheduled.

• Review Yard of Month nominees for May 2026
• Select a winner for the May 2026 Yard of the Month award

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

City Council

The City Council will vote on a second‑reading ordinance establishing a TIF‑funded housing rehabilitation pilot program. It will also approve a resolution for the Unity Pride Parade and temporary bridge closure on June 6, 2026, and consider traffic engineering requests for handicapped parking changes. Additional items include routine consent‑agenda claims, several purchase authorizations, contract approvals, a budget adjustment for the TIF fund, and adoption of a community‑development waitlist policy.

• Ordinance establishing a TIF‑funded housing rehabilitation pilot program (second reading)
• Resolution approving QC Pride, Inc. Unity Pride Parade and closure of Master Sergeant Stanley Talbot Memorial Bridge on June 6, 2026
• Payment of $195,815 to Tyler Technologies for renewal of the annual maintenance contract
• Purchase of seven new vehicles from Sexton Ford for $466,044
• Budget adjustment to the TIF 4 Parkway/I-280 Bally's Casino Fund for $104,988

The council passed a TIF‑funded housing rehabilitation pilot ordinance on a 6‑0‑1 vote. It also approved the Unity Pride Parade and the temporary closure of the Master Sergeant Stanley Talbot Memorial Bridge on a 5‑1‑1 vote. The agenda, consent agenda items, and several routine financial claims were approved unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (6-0-1)
• Passed TIF‑funded housing rehabilitation pilot ordinance (6-0-1)
• Approved Unity Pride Parade and bridge closure resolution (5-1-1)
• Approved removal of handicapped parking space at 2022 43rd St (first reading) (6-0-1)
• Approved addition of handicapped parking space at 3225 9th Ave (first reading) (6-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda items a‑e (6-0-1)
• Approved payment claims to Tyler Technologies and CDM Smith (6-0-1)

General

The provided agenda consists entirely of numeric codes and symbols. There are no legible descriptions of decisions, proposals, or discussions.

General

The committee will discuss the facilities budget and capital improvement projects for calendar year 2027. Members will also review proposals for window replacements and the downtown elevator certification and fire system.

• Window replacement cost proposal
• Downtown elevator certification and fire system
• CY2027 Facilities Budget and Capital Improvement Projects
• Master Plan Phase 1 updates
• Downtown Children’s Room restroom renovation updates

The committee reviewed several library projects, including window replacement, elevator compliance, budget planning, and capital improvements. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded; the committee will wait for grant decisions before recommending the window project. All items were discussed but no formal actions were taken.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will consider a special use permit for 702 20th Street in an R-2 district, hold public hearings on two other permit requests (with motions to postpone), and discuss a proposed land purchase and sale policy.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit 2026-08 at 702 20th Street (R-2 district)
• Public hearing 2026-09 for 1600 Mill Street and 1700 1st Street (I-1 district) — motion to postpone to July 6
• Public hearing 2026-10 for 634 42nd Street (R-3 district) — motion to postpone to June 1
• Discussion of a land purchase and sale policy and ordinance from the Community Development Department
• Approval of minutes from April 6, 2026

General

The provided agenda consists entirely of numeric strings and symbols. There are no legible decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will vote on a Certificate of Appropriateness for work at 1301 24th Street. The commission will also review a draft of the Historic Design Guidelines and receive an update on the Most Significant Structures & Sites Policy. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes.

• Certificate of Appropriateness application (Case 2026-02) for 1301 24th Street
• Presentation and review of draft Historic Design Guidelines
• Update on Most Significant Structures & Sites Policy
• Approval of March 25, 2026 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the March 25, 2026 meeting minutes by a 7‑0 vote. It then voted 7‑0 to defer action on the Certificate of Appropriateness application for 1301 24th Street until the next meeting, pending additional lighting and signage details. The meeting was adjourned with a unanimous 7‑0 vote.

• Approved March 25, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Deferred Certificate of Appropriateness for 1301 24th Street (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The Rock Island City Council will vote on ordinances modifying parking and installing a handicapped space, and hold first readings on a TIF-funded housing rehab pilot and an alcohol license amendment. The consent agenda includes over $4.1 million in claims and payroll, and other items cover contracts for gateway design, fire station bathroom renovation, preschool catering, and parking enforcement, as well as budget adjustments and public service funding allocations. The council will also consider a festival request from La Playa involving street closure and outdoor alcohol consumption, and enter closed session for pending litigation.

• Consent agenda: claims $1,207,752.07 (Apr 3-9), $1,011,823.91 (Apr 10-16), payroll $1,930,150.06 (Mar 30-Apr 12)
• TIF budget adjustments: $137,563.87 (Century Woods), $200,000 (North 11th St), $100,000 (Port District), $27,697 (Downtown)
• Contract award to Streamline Architects for gateway improvements near IL-92/I-280 interchange
• Emergency sewer repair payment of $26,068.49 to Miller Trucking & Excavating
• Agreement with Quicket Solutions for two-year parking enforcement program

The council removed the Bridges Catering agenda item and approved the amended agenda. It passed two parking ordinances, one modifying parking at 229 16th Street and another adding a handicapped space at 1912 10th Street. The body also approved contracts for gateway design services and a two‑year parking enforcement agreement, and adopted several TIF budget adjustments and the 2026 Public Service Funding applicants.

• Removed Bridges Catering agenda item (7-0-0)
• Approved amended agenda (7-0-0)
• Passed parking ordinance for former YWCA at 229 16th St (7-0-0)
• Passed handicapped parking ordinance at 1912 10th St (7-0-0)
• Approved Streamline Architects gateway design agreement (7-0-0)
• Approved Quicket Solutions two‑year parking enforcement agreement (7-0-0)
• Approved TIF budget adjustments totaling $467,260.87 (7-0-0)
• Approved 2026 Public Service Funding applicants (6-0-0)

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Firefighters’ Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to conduct financial reviews and administrative updates. The board will consider actions regarding cash management and the certification of board election results.

• Certification of Board Election Results for the Active Member Position
• Review of Preliminary Actuarial Valuation
• Board Officer Elections for President and Secretary
• Applications for membership for Porter Cottrell, Brandon Richards, Adam Spainhower, and Hunter Symmonds
• Review, adoption, and publication of Decision and Order for Aaron Darwin

Police Pension Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to conduct board officer elections and certify active member election results. The board will review a preliminary actuarial valuation and discuss the IDOI annual statement.

• Approval of regular retirement benefits for James Morris
• Applications for membership for Kaden Boden, Addison Garcia, and Eric Guneysu
• Discussion of payment re-issuance to the estate of Larry Requet
• Review of preliminary actuarial valuation
• Discussion of Richard Landi’s administrative review

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

General

This meeting is largely procedural, consisting of call to order, roll call, public comment, and a strategic planning workshop. The council will then adjourn to April 27, 2026.

• Strategic planning workshop scheduled during the meeting
• Motion to adjourn to April 27, 2026

The council voted to adjourn the April 22 meeting and schedule the next regular meeting for April 27, 2026. The motion was moved by Alderperson Parker, seconded by Alderperson Hurt, and passed unanimously by voice vote (6-0-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adjourned meeting, set next meeting for April 27, 2026 (6-0-0 voice vote)

Library Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Public Library Board of Trustees will consider approving a new slate of officers and revisions to 15 different library policies. The board will also discuss the Downtown Master Plan and updates to printing and faxing fees.

• Approval of the slate of officers for May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027
• Policy revisions for 15 areas including Behavior, Emergency Closure, and Meeting Room
• Proposed 50 cent charge per color photocopy
• Proposed removal of fees for sending faxes
• Approval of Phase 1 of the Downtown Master Plan Service Contract

The Library Board approved Phase 1 of the Downtown Master Plan Service Contract, a flat‑fee arrangement that can be funded from the Library’s Assigned Reserves. The Board also approved the slate of officers for the 2026‑2027 term, adopted revised library policies, and set new fees for color photocopying while keeping fax services free. Monthly bills of $37,799.32 for March were authorized, and the minutes from the March 17 meeting were adopted.

• Approved Phase 1 of Downtown Master Plan Service Contract (all ayes, no nays)
• Approved slate of officers for May 1 2026–April 30 2027 (all ayes, no nays)
• Adopted revised library policies (Behavior, Electronic Access, Incident Reporting, Mobile Hot Spots) (all ayes, no nays)
• Approved $37,799.32 monthly bills for March (all ayes, no nays)
• Approved charging $0.50 per color photocopy (all ayes, no nays)
• Approved no fee for sending faxes at all locations (all ayes, no nays)
• Approved minutes from March 17, 2026 meeting (voice vote, all in favor)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Rock Island Parks and Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, financial reports, and bills totaling $280,582.65. Directors and managers will provide updates on facilities, golf maintenance, fields, and programming. The board will also hear a presentation on Friends of Hauberg Childrens Garden and consider several special event applications.

• Approval of February minutes
• Bills for February ($132,891.10) and March ($147,791.55)
• Special event applications: Rock Academy, Lupis Awareness Walk, LoPro Disc Golf Tournament, Multi Church Service, Floatzilla
• Presentation by Todd Linscott on Friends of Hauberg Childrens Garden
• Grants update

The board adopted the February meeting minutes and approved the February ($132,891.10) and March ($147,791.55) 2026 bills. It also approved several community events, including Rock Academy, Lupus Awareness Walk, LoPro Disc Golf Tournament, Multi Church Service, Floatzilla, and the Friends of Hauberg Children’s Garden presentation. All motions received unanimous Aye votes from the five members present.

• Adopted February Park Board minutes (5-0)
• Approved February 2026 bill for $132,891.10 (5-0)
• Approved March 2026 bill for $147,791.55 (5-0)
• Approved Rock Academy event (5-0)
• Approved Lupus Awareness Walk (5-0)
• Approved LoPro Disc Golf Tournament (5-0)
• Approved Multi Church Service (5-0)
• Approved Floatzilla event (5-0)

Library Committee

The Rock Island Public Library Board Personnel & Policy Committee will meet to review a list of internal policies, including staff regulations, emergency procedures, and library operations. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 4:00pm at the Downtown Library.

• Review of library board bylaws
• Review of staff telecommuting and work regulations
• Review of incident reporting and emergency closure policies
• Review of library card registration and interlibrary loan procedures
• Review of mobile hot spot and meeting room policies

The committee approved several policy updates, including a temporary 2‑week materials restriction on new library cards, added Rule 10 to work regulations after a staff incident, and added Rule 11 for phone and internet outages. Other changes include clarifying the behavior policy, limiting interlibrary loan requests per patron, and increasing meeting‑room fees. No votes were recorded.

• Added 2‑week materials restriction on new library cards
• Updated behavior policy to address patron attire (shoe removal)
• Added Rule 10 to work regulations after staff incident
• Added Rule 11 for VoIP phone and internet outage response
• Increased punitive fees for meeting‑room use
• Proposed more punitive mobile hot‑spot policy
• Limited number of interlibrary loan requests per patron
• Defined incident‑reporting use case and added language guide

Community Development Commission

The Community Development Commission will hold a public hearing on the 2026 Annual Action Plan, discuss public service allocations, and receive reports on the AAP and a proposed Waitlist Policy and Procedure. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Public Hearing for the Annual Action Plan (AAP) for Program Year 2026
• Public Service allocation discussion
• Report from Community Development Department on the 2026 Annual Action Plan
• Report from Community Development Department on proposed Waitlist Policy and Procedure
• Approval of CDC DRAFT Meeting Minutes for March 26, 2026

The commission adopted the recommended allocations of the 2026 Public Service funds, distributing $55,000 to MLK Center, $40,000 to Christian Care, $20,000 each to Narrative and Spring Forward, and $10,000 each to Prairie State Legal and YWCA. The motion was seconded by Crafton and passed unanimously 5‑0. The meeting also noted that the CAPER report had been approved by City Council and submitted to HUD, with no public comments received.

• Approved February 16, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Public Service fund allocations: MLK Center $55,000; Christian Care $40,000; Narrative $20,000; Spring Forward $20,000; Prairie State Legal $10,000; YWCA $10,000 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

General

Police Community Relations Commission

The Police Community Relations Commission will hold a largely procedural meeting to approve minutes from February and take public comment. No substantive actions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of February meeting minutes
• Public comment period

Wetland Task Force

The Rock Island County Wetland Task Force is meeting to approve meeting minutes covering March 2025 to present, receive updates on the Land & Water Reserve Process and from Augustana College, and review the Task Force's webpage. No substantive policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Approval of meeting minutes from March 2025 to present
• Update on Land & Water Reserve Process
• Update from Augustana College
• Review of Wetland Task Force webpage

The Wetland Task Force reviewed the pending land‑and‑water reserve agreement, Augustana College research activities, and a draft webpage. Members also planned a public information meeting for May 5 and discussed quorum and communication procedures. No formal actions or votes were recorded.

Inspections Commission

Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Board

The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Board will meet to discuss board and city council responsibilities and resource development. The board is scheduled to take action on the naming of a conference room, the financial report, and the approval of minutes.

• Action item: Conference Room Name
• Action item: Financial Report
• Action item: Approval of Minutes
• Discussion: MLK Board and City Council Responsibilities
• Discussion: Resource Development

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

The Rock Island Labor Day Parade Advisory Board will review the 2025 parade's final counts, budget, and award winners, and discuss the 2026 parade schedule and theme.

• Review of 2025 parade results: 136 entries, 162 units, 30 volunteers
• Treasurers Report: 2025 actual budget $14,018; 2026 budget $14,775
• Proposed 2026 parade dates and meeting time to be voted on
• Proposed 2026 parade theme to be discussed
• Proposed mailing schedule for 2026 parade promotion

City Council

The Rock Island City Council will consider several resolutions, including a motor fuel tax measure to fund bulk rock salt purchases costing $249,690. Council members will also vote on ordinances such as the sale of city‑owned land at IL‑92 and Andalusia Road for $1.00 and the purchase of a John Deere 325G Track Loader for $74,686.04. Additional items include contract awards for city mowing, tree services, and a pilot gunshot detection system.

• Motor Fuel Tax resolution for bulk rock salt procurement – $249,690
• Sale of city‑owned property at the northwest corner of IL‑92 & Andalusia Road for $1.00 (first reading)
• Purchase of a 2026 John Deere 325G Track Loader – $74,686.04
• Award of 2026‑2028 City Mowing Contract to Finer Finish Grounds Care – $540,750
• Agreement with Flock Safety for a one‑year Raven acoustic gunshot detection pilot

The Rock Island City Council allowed Alderperson Healy to join remotely and amended the agenda by removing items 17a‑d. It adopted resolutions for a motor fuel tax to fund bulk rock salt ($249,690) and for the City Manager's employment agreement. The council approved the sale and purchase of city‑owned land at the northwest corner of IL‑92 & Andalusia Road for $1.00 each, and authorized the purchase of a John Deere 325G Track Loader for $74,686.04.

• Allowed Alderperson Healy to participate remotely (6-0-0)
• Amended agenda to remove items 17a‑d (6-1-0)
• Adopted motor fuel tax resolution for bulk rock salt procurement ($249,690) (7-0-0)
• Approved employment agreement with City Manager Todd Thompson (7-0-0)
• Approved sale of city property at IL‑92 & Andalusia Rd for $1.00 (7-0-0)
• Approved purchase of city property at IL‑92 & Andalusia Rd for $1.00 (7-0-0)
• Approved traffic engineering requests (YWCA parking, handicapped space, etc.) (7-0-0)
• Authorized purchase of John Deere 325G Track Loader ($74,686.04) (7-0-0)

Arts & Beautification Commission

The Rock Island Arts & Beautification Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, discuss the 2026 Metro Arts project, and view a slideshow of Yard of the Month nominees to select a winner.

• Approval of March 16, 2026 meeting minutes
• View April 2026 Yard of the Month slideshow
• Discussion on 2026 Metro Arts project
• Review of sculptures received from Quad City Arts

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit request for a residential property. The body will also hold a community session to discuss a proposed land purchase and sale policy.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit request at 702 20th Street (R-2 district)
• Community Session #2 on Proposed Land Purchase and Land Sale Policy

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the March 2, 2026 meeting minutes by an 8‑0 vote. It then voted 8‑0 to postpone the Special Use Permit request for 702 20th Street to the next meeting. No other actions were decided, though a land‑purchase policy was presented for future consideration.

• Approved March 2, 2026 minutes (8-0)
• Postponed Special Use Permit request for 702 20th Street (8-0)

Community Development Commission

The Rock Island County Community Development Commission will consider a report on the 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report. It will also vote on approving the 2026 public service funding applicants and the associated award amounts. A motion to approve these funding amounts will be presented and requires a roll‑call vote.

• Report from the Community Development Department on the 2025 CDBG Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
• Motion to approve the 2026 public service funding applicants and award amounts
• Roll‑call vote required for the approval motion
• No request for remote attendance

The Community Development Commission approved the minutes from its January 20, 2026 meeting. The motion was moved by Jeremy Crafton, seconded by Herschel Jackson, and passed unanimously (6‑0). No other actions were voted on; the commission heard six public‑service grant applications and other reports but did not make any decisions on them.

• Approved Jan 20, 2026 meeting minutes (6‑0)

Police Community Relations Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion topics are listed.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Rock Island Historic Preservation Commission will consider three agenda items. Commissioners will vote to approve the February 25, 2026 meeting minutes. They will also vote on a Certificate of Appropriateness for work at 1829 2nd Avenue and on the scope of a CLG grant project.

• Approve February 25, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approve Certificate of Appropriateness application for 1829 2nd Avenue
• Approve CLG Grant Project Scope

City Council

The Rock Island City Council will consider several ordinances, including a rezoning of the Sunset South site from C‑2 nature conservation to I‑1 light industrial. It will also vote on amendments to permit extensions, rental registration dates, fire alarm regulations, and a resolution supporting an application for a state planning grant. Additional items include lease approvals, a $1,604,502.90 equipment and vehicle purchase, and contracts for tree services, mowing, masonry restoration, and a five‑year Axon body‑camera agreement.

• Rezoning Sunset South site from C‑2 (nature conservation) to I‑1 (light industrial) (Second Reading)
• Ordinance amendment establishing permit extension procedures (Second Reading)
• Illinois State Revolving Loan Program Ordinance for Mill Street Anaerobic Digester Rehabilitation Project (Second Reading)
• Lease agreement between the City of Rock Island and Quad City Woodturners (approval)
• Purchase of equipment and vehicles under the Rock Island Arsenal agreement for $1,604,502.90 (approval)

The Rock Island City Council voted on several items, passing eight ordinances and a zoning change. A resolution supporting a regional economic grant was tabled, and the agenda and a rule‑suspension motion were approved unanimously. All votes were recorded as roll‑call counts.

• Approved agenda (7-0-0 roll call vote)
• Suspended rules to discuss item 17a out of order (7-0-0 roll call vote)
• Tabled resolution supporting the Illinois Dept. of Commerce Regional Site Readiness grant (7-0-0 roll call vote)
• Passed ordinance amendment establishing permit extension procedures (7-0-0 roll call vote)
• Passed ordinance fixing an annual rental registration date (6-0-0 roll call vote; Alderperson Parker recused)
• Passed zoning change at Sunset South site from C-2 (nature conservation) to I-1 (light industrial) (7-0-0 roll call vote)
• Passed Illinois State Revolving Loan Program ordinance for the Mill Street Anaerobic Digester project (7-0-0 roll call vote)
• Passed ordinance amending fire alarm and false alarm regulations (7-0-0 roll call vote)

Wetland Task Force

The Wetland Task Force will meet to review updates on the Land & Water Reserve process and receive an update from Augustana. The body will also discuss the status of the task force webpage.

• Update on Land & Water Reserve process
• Update from Augustana
• Update on Wetland Task Force webpage

The Wetland Task Force reviewed an updated reserve boundary map, noted a $20,000 state contribution for the survey, and discussed parcel consolidation, access challenges, and public outreach plans. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Inspections Commission

Library Committee

The Rock Island Public Library Board Personnel & Policy Committee will meet on March 17, 2026 at 4:30 pm. The committee will review a series of library policies, including behavior, board bylaws, surplus property disposal, emergency closure procedures, and grant applications. A closed session may be held to consider a potential voting item.

• Behavior
• Bylaws of the Library Board of Trustees
• Disposal of Surplus Property
• Emergency Closure
• Grant Application

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board will approve February's monthly bills of $51,478.42 and discuss the upcoming gate‑count schedule. Trustees will consider a motion to fund Daniel Cuneo’s attendance at the IFMA Facility Management Training program for $1,850 and a motion to extend the Bucktown Americana Revue contract for the 2026‑2027 season. The meeting also includes presentation of the Nominating Committee officer slate, which will be voted on at the April 21 board meeting, and updates on the strategic plan and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.

• Approve February monthly bills totaling $51,478.42
• Motion to fund Daniel Cuneo’s IFMA training for $1,850
• Motion to extend Bucktown Americana Revue contract for 2026‑2027
• Presentation of Nominating Committee officer slate for future vote
• Gate count and hours discussion scheduled for April 5‑17

The Library Board approved the minutes from the February 17, 2026 Board and Nominating Committee meetings by voice vote. It authorized payment of February bills totaling $51,478.42. The Board also approved $1,850 for Director Cuneo’s IFMA training and extended the Bucktown Americana Revue contract for the 2026‑2027 season.

• Approved Library Board minutes from Feb 17, 2026 (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved Nominating Committee minutes from Feb 17, 2026 (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved February bills totaling $51,478.42 (roll call, all ayes)
• Approved $1,850 IFMA Facility Management Training for Director Cuneo (roll call, all ayes)
• Extended Bucktown Americana Revue contract for 2026‑2027 season (roll call, all ayes)

Arts & Beautification Commission

The Arts & Beautification Commission will meet to select five sculptures and five alternates for public display in Rock Island. These selections will be made from submissions to the Quad City Arts annual Public Sculpture Program.

• Selection of five sculptures and five alternates for 2026-2027 public display

The Arts & Beautification Commission approved the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved five sculptures and five alternatives from the Quad City Arts Public Sculpture Program for display in 2026‑27, with a 4‑1 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved selection of five sculptures and five alternatives for 2026‑27 display (4-1)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Liquor Hearing

The Rock Island County Liquor Commissioner will consider several citizen complaints and video evidence concerning Rooster’s Bar and Grill. Issues include alleged after‑hours operation, fights inside and outside the venue, and the presence of an armed security guard. The commission will decide whether any violations of liquor licensing rules or health and safety codes have occurred.

• Review of “Memo 26‑04” showing interior video screenshots at 2:15 AM and 2:25 AM
• Examination of “Memo 26‑11” complaints and fight video related to disorderly conduct
• Consideration of “Memo 26‑20” security clips showing crowd disturbances and traffic blockage
• Discussion of armed security guard presence documented in “Memo 26‑11 Rooster’s Armed Security”

Community Development Commission

The Rock Island County Community Development Commission will hold a public hearing on the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for program year 2025. The commission will also receive a report on the 2025 CDBG CAPER. Finally, commissioners will consider a motion to approve the 2026 public service funding applicants and the associated award amounts.

• Public hearing for the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for Program Year 2025
• Report from the Community Development Department on the 2025 CDBG Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
• Motion to approve the 2026 public service funding applicants and award amounts

Arts & Beautification Commission

The commission will meet to discuss the 2026 Arts Action Plan with Quad City Arts. The body will also address member vacancies.

• Discussion of the 2026 Arts Action Plan with Quad City Arts
• Review of member vacancies

The commission approved the December 10, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It voted 4‑1 to adopt repainting the 3rd Avenue intersections between 20th and 24th Streets as the 2026 Metro Arts project. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous voice vote.

• Approved Dec 10, 2025 minutes (voice vote 5‑0)
• Selected repainting 3rd Ave intersections as 2026 Metro Arts project (voice vote 4‑1)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote 5‑0)

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

City Council

The Rock Island City Council will vote on approving a fireworks display, amending water utility charges, and authorizing a $4.5 million loan for a wastewater plant. The meeting also includes budget adjustments and the awarding of several construction and service contracts.

• Resolution to close 1st Avenue for fireworks display
• Ordinance to adjust water utility charges
• Ordinance authorizing $4.5M loan for wastewater plant
• Budget adjustments totaling $1,044,186.37
• Contract award for automated gate at Utilities Maintenance Division

The council adopted a series of ordinances and resolutions, all passing with a 6-0-1 roll‑call vote except one with a 5-0-1 vote. Key actions included approving the North Rock Island Port District TIF redevelopment plan, adopting a highway closure for the July fireworks display, and authorizing a $4.5 million loan for a water‑treatment pump replacement. Additional measures updated water utility charges, adopted the 2021 International Fire Code, and changed zoning at the Sunset South site.

• Adopted Highway Resolution to close 1st Ave for fireworks (6-0-1)
• Adopted Motor Fuel Tax Resolution for bulk rock salt $191,578.58 (6-0-1)
• Amended water utility charges ordinance (6-0-1)
• Approved removal of parcels from North 11th St TIF area (6-0-1)
• Approved North Rock Island Port District TIF redevelopment plan (6-0-1)
• Authorized $4,500,000 loan for Southwest Treatment Plant pump replacement (6-0-1)
• Adopted 2021 International Fire Code (6-0-1)
• Approved zoning change at Sunset South site from C-2 to I-1 (6-0-1)

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

The Rock Island Labor Day Parade Advisory Board will review the 2025 parade, including entry counts and volunteer numbers. The treasurer will present the 2025 budget of $16,750 and a proposed 2026 budget of $14,775. The board will then vote to approve meeting dates and times for the 2026 parade and discuss its theme. The meeting also includes agenda additions, miscellaneous items, and public comments.

• Review of 2025 Parade: 136 entries, 162 units, 30 volunteers
• Treasurer’s report: 2025 budget $16,750; proposed 2026 budget $14,775
• Vote to approve 2026 Parade meeting dates and meeting time
• Discussion of 2026 Parade theme
• Proposed 2026 promotion mailing schedule (postcards in March, June, July, August)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two public hearing requests: one to authorize a use of a property at 702 20th Street in an R-2 district, and another to rezone a parcel (PIN 1620200004) from C-2 to B-4. Commissioners will also vote to approve the February 4, 2026 meeting minutes and hear a presentation on a proposed land purchase and land sale policy.

• Approve February 4, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote).
• Public hearing request from Mary Gordon for a use authorization at 702 20th Street (R-2 district).
• Public hearing request from the City’s Community Development Department to rezone PIN 1620200004 from C-2 to B-4.
• Presentation on Proposed Land Purchase and Land Sale Policy.

The commission approved the February 4, 2026 minutes by an 8‑0 vote. It voted to refer the 702 20th Street use request back to staff for a special‑use‑permit analysis, also 8‑0. The commission then recommended approval of a rezoning from C‑2 to B‑4 for six parcels, again 8‑0. A new land purchase and sale policy was presented, but no action was taken.

• Approved February 4, 2026 minutes (8‑0)
• Referred 702 20th St use request to staff for SUP analysis (8‑0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning of six parcels to B‑4 district (8‑0)
• Presented land purchase and sale policy; no action taken

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a use authorization request for a proposed congregate living arrangement at 702 20th Street. It will also hear a presentation on draft historic design guidelines and discuss a CLG grant. The meeting includes approval of the January 28, 2026 minutes.

• Review use authorization request for congregate living at 702 20th Street
• Presentation on summary of findings and draft historic design guidelines
• Discussion of CLG grant

The commission approved the minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting by an 8‑0 vote. It voted 6‑2 to recommend that the Planning & Zoning Commission approve a use request for 702 20th Street, provided the property remains owner‑occupied and a special use permit is issued. Commissioners expressed support for a new landmark plaque design and an updated landmark certificate. The meeting was adjourned by an 8‑0 vote.

• Approved Jan 28 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Recommended approval of 702 20th St. use request with conditions (6-2)
• Supported new landmark plaque design
• Supported updated landmark certificate
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

City Council

The Rock Island City Council will vote on several resolutions and first‑reading ordinances, including a loan authorization for the Southwest Treatment Plant Influent Pumping Station Replacement Project. It will also consider a land‑purchase policy resolution, a water utility billing adjustment ordinance, and multiple budget carryover adjustments. Additional items include contract approvals for software maintenance, a rear‑loader refuse truck, and demolition bids.

• Resolution authorizing an Illinois State Revolving Loan Program loan of $4,500,000 for the Southwest Treatment Plant Influent Pumping Station Replacement Project
• Resolution adopting a land purchase and land sale policy
• First‑reading ordinance amending water utility billing adjustment policy (Chapter 16, Article II, Section 16-37)
• Purchase approval for a rear‑loader refuse truck for $312,053
• Budget carryover approvals: $616,337.35 to Community Development Fund and $126,774.19 to Community Development Block Grant Fund

The council approved remote participation for Alderperson Parker, adopted the agenda with a split vote on the swimming‑pool ordinance item, and passed several resolutions including a land‑policy resolution and a 20‑year, 2.16% SRF loan for the Southwest Treatment Plant pump replacement. A motion to suspend public‑comment rules passed 5‑2. The water‑utility billing policy and related ordinance were approved, while the proposal to waive sewer charges for swimming‑pool fills was rejected 3‑4. The ordinance to remove parcels from the North 11th Street TIF redevelopment area also passed unanimously.

• Approved remote participation for Alderperson Parker (6-0-0 voice vote)
• Approved agenda and split item 10a into two votes (7-0-0 roll call)
• Suspended public‑comment rules (5-2-0 roll call)
• Adopted land purchase and sale policy resolution (7-0-0 roll call)
• Approved 20‑year SRF loan (2.16% interest) for Southwest Treatment Plant pump replacement (7-0-0 roll call)
• Approved water‑utility billing adjustment policy and ordinance (excluding Section 16‑37(g)) (7-0-0 roll call)
• Rejected swimming‑pool sewer‑charge waiver (Section 16‑37(g)) (3-4-0 roll call)
• Approved removal of parcels from North 11th Street TIF redevelopment area (7-0-0 roll call)

General

The Rock Island Human Rights Commission will convene to approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss open investigations, including case 116-2025-DW. The meeting will also include public comment and new business items.

• Approval of December meeting minutes
• Discussion of open investigation 116-2025-DW
• Public comment period
• Commissioner comments
• Next meeting scheduled for March 19, 2026

Police Community Relations Commission

Inspections Commission

The Inspections Commission will consider several ordinance amendments regarding contractor registration, permit extensions, and rental registration dates. The body will also receive a report on permit and licensing fee updates.

• Ordinance amendment changing contractor registration requirements
• Ordinance amendment establishing permit extension procedures
• Ordinance amendment establishing a fixed annual rental registration date
• Ordinance amendment eliminating permit fees for City departments
• Report on permit and licensing fee updates

General

The MLK Board of Directors will review board contracts and discuss the King’s Café program. The meeting will include a financial report and a review of upcoming topics. Minutes from the previous meeting will be considered for approval.

• Board Contracts
• King’s Café
• Upcoming Topics
• Financial Report
• Approval of Minutes

Wetland Task Force

The Wetland Task Force will review and discuss the memorandum of agreement with Augustana College. The meeting will also include a discussion on community engagement related to wetland issues. Routine items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of past minutes are also on the agenda.

• Review and discussion of MOA with Augustana College
• Community engagement discussion

The Wetland Task Force voted to postpone approval of the past meeting minutes to the next meeting. The motion was made by Missy Gasiorowski, seconded by Jon Duyvejonck, and carried unanimously. No other actions were approved; the group discussed a memorandum of agreement with Augustana College and community‑engagement ideas but took no formal decisions.

• Postponed approval of past meeting minutes to the subsequent meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Rock Island Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review monthly financial reports and departmental updates. The board will consider special event applications and receive an update on a playground move.

• January bills totaling $39,235.87
• Special Event Application: Lynch-Clark Wedding
• Special Event Application: Eggstravaganza
• Playground Move update

The Parks and Recreation Board approved the January 2026 bills totaling $39,235.87. It also approved the Lynch‑Clark Wedding and the Eggstravaganza events. The board voted to cancel the March 2026 meeting. All motions passed with the same vote count.

• Approved January 2026 park bills for $39,235.87 (4‑0‑2)
• Approved Lynch‑Clark Wedding event (4‑0‑2)
• Approved Eggstravaganza event (4‑0‑2)
• Approved cancellation of March 2026 Park Board meeting (4‑0‑2)

Library Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Public Library Board will consider several motions, including approving a bid package and funding for the children’s room restroom renovation. The board will also approve January’s monthly bills totaling $38,834.58 and address closed‑session record disposition. Additional items include a safety and emergency preparedness action plan and routine committee reports.

• Approve monthly bills for January in the amount of $38,834.58 (Finance Committee)
• Approve the recommended bid package for the children’s room restroom renovation
• Approve funding the remaining balance of the children’s room restroom project after CDBG funds are expended
• Approve closed session minutes resolution and disposal of minutes older than 18 months
• Approve and submit the 2026 Illinois Public Library Annual Report

The Library Board approved the bid package for the Children’s Room restroom renovation and authorized funding to cover the remaining balance after the $30,000 CDBG award. It also approved the monthly bills for January, adopted the January meeting minutes, and voted to dispose of closed‑session minutes and recordings older than 18 months. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved bid package for Children’s Room restroom renovation (roll call, all ayes)
• Approved funding for remaining balance of Children’s Room restroom project after CDBG award (roll call, all ayes)
• Approved January monthly bills totaling $38,834.58 (roll call, all ayes)
• Approved minutes from Jan 20, 2026 meeting (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved resolution to keep closed‑session minutes sealed (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved disposal of closed‑session minutes older than 18 months (roll call, all ayes)
• Approved disposal of closed‑session recordings (roll call, all ayes)
• Approved submission of the 2026 Illinois Public Library Annual Report (roll call, all ayes)

Library Committee

The Rock Island Public Library Nominating Committee will meet to consider the slate of officers that will be presented at the March 17 board meeting. The committee will also discuss assignments for its members. No other business is listed.

• Discuss the slate of officers to be presented at the March 17 board meeting
• Discuss committee assignments

Community Development Commission

The Community Development Commission will meet to review draft meeting minutes and hear presentations from applicants seeking Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Service funding for the 2026-2027 grant year.

• Review draft meeting minutes
• Hear CDBG Public Service applicant presentations
• Public comment session (30 minutes total)
• Meeting set for March 16, 2026

The commission elected KJ Whitley as chair and Jeremy Crafton as vice chair, each by a 5‑0 vote. The November 17, 2025 minutes were approved unanimously. The board voted 5‑0 to move all 2026‑2027 public service grant applicants to the presentation stage. The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Elected KJ Whitley as chair (5-0)
• Elected Jeremy Crafton as vice chair (5-0)
• Approved November 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Moved all grant applicants to presentation step (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Arts & Beautification Commission

The Arts & Beautification Commission will meet to discuss the 2026 Arts Action Plan with Quad City Arts. The body will also address member vacancies.

• Discussion of 2026 Arts Action Plan with Quad City Arts
• Member vacancies

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

City Council

The council will consider several second‑reading ordinances, including a $50,000 property purchase at 902 11th Street, a parking restriction on 1718 and 1720 23rd Avenue, and an amendment to Chapter 6 of the Fire Prevention and Protection code. A first‑reading rezoning request to change a C‑2 nature‑conservation district to an I‑1 light‑industrial district will be presented. The council will also hear a first‑reading traffic engineering report on a pedestrian crosswalk request for the 1900 block of 17th Street. Additional routine items such as claims, payments and contracts will be addressed under the consent agenda.

• Ordinance to purchase property at 902 11th Street for $50,000 plus closing costs (Second Reading)
• Ordinance banning parking in front of 1718 and 1720 23rd Avenue on trash‑collection days (Second Reading)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 6 Fire Prevention and Protection to add Article V Lift Assist Services (Second Reading)
• First‑reading rezoning request to change C‑2 (nature conservation) district to I‑1 (light industrial) district
• First‑reading traffic engineering report requesting a pedestrian crosswalk on the 1900 block of 17th Street

The council approved remote participation for Alderperson Barnes and adopted the meeting agenda. It passed three ordinances—including a parking ban on 23rd Avenue, a fire‑prevention amendment, and a property purchase at 902 11th Street. The council denied a pedestrian crosswalk request, postponed a rezoning proposal, and approved several contracts and purchases, such as a GrayKey investigative tool and an art services agreement.

• Approved remote participation for Alderperson Barnes (6-0-0)
• Approved agenda for the meeting (7-0-0)
• Passed parking‑ban ordinance for 1718 and 1720 23rd Ave (7-0-0)
• Passed fire‑prevention ordinance creating Article V Lift Assist Services (7-0-0)
• Approved property purchase at 902 11th St for $50,000 (7-0-0)
• Denied pedestrian crosswalk request on 1900 block of 17th St (7-0-0)
• Postponed C‑2 to I‑1 rezoning request until March meeting (7-0-0)
• Approved GrayKey purchase for police department ($13,345) (7-0-0)

General

The Rock Island Fire Department Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board will review election results and seat three trustees for two‑year terms, then elect a chairman and secretary/treasurer for 2026. The board will discuss and possibly approve a $40 per member limit for an Easter holiday meal using tax funds, with reimbursement based on receipts. Several purchase requests ranging from kitchen supplies to high‑cost equipment such as a Garmin Livescope ($3,799.99) will be voted on.

• Election results: Joel Wilford (17 votes), Jacob Kelly (16), Chaon Hanson (13) seated as trustees
• Discussion to approve Easter holiday meal funding, capped at $40 per on‑duty member
• Purchase request: Garmin Livescope, vendor Bass Pro Shops, total $3,799.99
• Purchase request: DJI Matrice 30 Series flight battery (2 units), vendor Drone Nerds, total $946.00
• Various equipment purchases (e.g., Ninja food processor $169.99, Uline gear locker $793.60, coffee decanters $46.05–$47.03)

The board approved the minutes from the November 7, 2025 meeting. Trustees Joel Wilford, Jacob Kelly, and Chaon Hanson were seated for two‑year terms after the election. The board elected Wilford to continue as chairman and Toohey as secretary/treasurer for 2026. The board approved numerous equipment purchases, denied one shoe‑polisher request, and tabled a drone‑battery purchase.

• Elected Joel Wilford as chairman and FF Toohey as secretary/treasurer (approved)
• Approved purchase of Garmin Livescope $3,799.99 (within $3,800 limit)
• Approved purchase of shuttle for Livescope $240.99 (not to exceed $250)
• Approved purchase of Amped Outdoors 52Ah Lithium Battery $369.99
• Approved purchase of Livescope pole $109.99 (NTE $200)
• Approved purchase of MABAS HazMat Uniform NTE $500.00
• Denied purchase of Sunpentown shoe polisher $143.35
• Tabled purchase of DJI Matrice 30 Series flight battery $946.00

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Firefighters’ Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to approve bills, review investment reports, and consider applications for membership and retirement benefits. The meeting will also cover trustee training and legal updates.

• Approval of bills and monthly financial report
• Review of investment reports from Sawyer Falduto and Marquette Associates
• Approval of Regular Retirement Benefit for Darrell DeVilder
• Approval of surviving spouse benefits for Kathleen Fobert
• Discussion on Cash Management Policy

The board approved the monthly financial report and the $51,947.89 disbursements. It accepted the quarterly investment performance report and approved trustee training registration fees. The board admitted Cody Connors as a Tier II member, approved a surviving‑spouse benefit for Kathleen Fobert, and approved Lieutenant Darrell DeVilder’s regular retirement benefit. All motions passed with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved Monthly Financial Report and $51,947.89 disbursements (4-0)
• Approved Quarterly Investment Performance Report (4-0)
• Approved trustee training registration fees and directed L&A to register Hobert and Toohey (4-0)
• Accepted Cody Connors as Tier II member effective Jan 12 2026 (4-0)
• Approved surviving‑spouse benefit for Kathleen Fobert, $9,402.75/month (4-0)
• Approved regular retirement benefit for Darrell DeVilder, $4,557.13/month (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three public hearing requests: a variance for 1701 1st Avenue in a B-2 district, a special use permit for concrete processing and asphalt production in an I-1 district, and a rezoning from C-2 to I-1 for several parcels. The commission will also vote to approve the minutes from the January 5, 2026 meeting. All votes are to be taken by roll call.

• Approve January 5, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote).
• Variance request for 1701 1st Avenue (B-2 downtown business district).
• Special Use Permit request by Langman Construction for concrete processing and asphalt production in an I-1 light industrial district.
• Rezoning request by the City’s Community Development Department from C-2 nature conservation to I-1 light industrial for parcels PINs 1603400003, 1610100002, 1610200003, 1610200001, 1610200002, 1603400004.

The commission approved the January 5 minutes unanimously (7‑0). It also approved a variance for Modern Woodmen at 1701 1st Avenue, adding the word “metal” to the fence height requirement, with a 7‑0 vote. A rezoning recommendation for several parcels was not adopted because the motion lacked a second. The Special Use Permit request was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved January 5 minutes (7‑0)
• Approved variance for 1701 1st Ave with metal fence stipulation (7‑0)
• Rezoning recommendation failed – motion died for lack of a second
• Special Use Permit request withdrawn by applicant

Wetland Task Force

The Rock Island County Wetland Task Force will meet on February 4, 2026 at 8:30 AM in the City Council Chambers. The agenda includes electing a chairperson and vice chairperson, approving the 2026 meeting schedule, and discussing the Land & Water Reserve boundary and a memorandum of agreement with Augustana College. Public comment and community‑engagement topics are also on the agenda.

• Approval of the 2026 meeting schedule
• Election of chairperson and vice chairperson
• Discussion on Land & Water Reserve boundary
• Review of memorandum of agreement with Augustana College
• Public comment period

The Wetland Task Force elected Nina Struss as Chairperson and Mike Thoms as Vice Chairperson, each by unanimous vote. Members also voted unanimously to postpone approval of the prior minutes until they are reformatted. The 2026 meeting schedule was approved unanimously.

• Elected Nina Struss as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Mike Thoms as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of past meeting minutes until reformatted (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule as presented (unanimous)

General

The agenda outlines a meeting to discuss the city's intent to prepare a redevelopment plan and designate a specific redevelopment project area. The session includes a public comment period and is hosted by the North Rock Island Port District.

• Public hearing for North Rock Island Port District TIF
• Discussion of redevelopment plan and project area designation
• City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, City Hall, 1528 Third Avenue

Police Pension Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and investment performance. The board is scheduled to discuss annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners and the renewal of fiduciary liability insurance.

• Approval of annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners
• Review and approval of Fiduciary Liability Insurance renewal
• Membership applications for Reggie Krogman, Michael Moritz, Dane Tucker, Vernon Wilmington, and Eh Yee
• Approval of surviving spouse benefits for Cheryl Michel
• Discussion of Richard Landi’s administrative review

The trustees approved the October 22, 2025 meeting minutes and accepted the monthly financial report, authorizing $36,028.47 in disbursements. They accepted new members, approved a surviving‑spouse benefit of $3,442.87, renewed fiduciary liability insurance for $7,308, and adopted the 2026 cost‑of‑living adjustments as required by statute.

• Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous voice vote
• Accepted Monthly Financial Report and authorized $36,028.47 disbursements – roll call vote (ayes: Morris, Curry, Sager; nays: none)
• Accepted membership applications for Reggie Krogman, Dane Tucker, Vernon Wilmington, Eh Yee (effective Nov 10 2025) and Michael Moritz (effective Dec 1 2025) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved surviving‑spouse benefit for Cheryl Michel – $3,442.87 monthly – roll call vote (ayes: Morris, Curry, Sager; nays: none)
• Approved fiduciary liability insurance renewal – $7,308 for 1/31/26‑1/31/27 – roll call vote (ayes: Morris, Curry, Sager; nays: none)
• Approved 2026 Cost‑of‑Living Adjustments for pensioners – roll call vote (ayes: Morris, Curry, Sager; nays: none)
• Authorized L&A to send third‑request affidavits of continued eligibility via certified mail – decision noted, no vote recorded
• Approved future trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses for 2026 – roll call vote (ayes: Morris, Curry, Sager; nays: none)

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Firefighters’ Pension Fund Board of Trustees will review financial and investment reports, consider applications for membership and retirement benefits, and discuss several policy items. The board will vote on the annual cost‑of‑living adjustments for pensioners, certify special election results, and approve the fiduciary liability insurance renewal. Additional items include trustee training fee approvals and various administrative reports.

• Approve annual cost‑of‑living adjustments for pensioners
• Certify board special election results – active and retired member positions
• Review and approve fiduciary liability insurance renewal
• Approve trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses
• Approve regular retirement benefit – Darrell DeVilder

The board certified the election results, confirming Sean Toohey as an active member and Charles Hobert as a retired member. The trustees approved the fiduciary liability insurance renewal for $9,716 covering Jan 31 2026–Jan 31 2027. They also approved the 2026 cost‑of‑living adjustments for pensioners and adopted the Decision and Order for Kyle Sebben previously approved in September 2025.

• Certified active member election: Sean Toohey elected (term ends Apr 30 2027) – motion carried unanimously by voice vote
• Certified retired member election: Charles Hobert elected (term ends Apr 30 2028) – motion carried unanimously by voice vote
• Approved fiduciary liability insurance renewal $9,716 (Jan 31 2026–Jan 31 2027) – motion carried by roll call vote (Ayes: Jacobs, Sager, Showalter; Nays: none)
• Approved 2026 Cost of Living Adjustments for pensioners – motion carried by roll call vote (Ayes: Jacobs, Sager, Showalter; Nays: none)
• Adopted and published Decision and Order for Kyle Sebben (previously approved Sep 10 2025) – motion carried by roll call vote (Ayes: Jacobs, Sager, Showalter; Nays: none)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Rock Island County Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss significant structures and a new landmark plaque. The session is scheduled for January 28, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers.

• Approval of November 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion on Most Significant Structures
• City Landmark Certificate discussion
• Update on New Landmark Plaque Creation

The commission approved the August 27, 2025 meeting minutes by an 8‑0 vote. They selected a traditional parchment‑style landmark certificate with a gold seal and the city logo. They voted unanimously to have the chair send a letter supporting rehabilitation and maintenance of the historic Centennial Bridge. The meeting was adjourned on a 9‑0 vote.

• Approved August 27, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Selected traditional parchment-style landmark certificate with gold seal and city logo
• Recommended notifying property owners of classification and landmark benefits
• Voted to have chair send letter supporting rehabilitation and maintenance of Centennial Bridge (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on the appointment of Amanda Torres as City Clerk and the purchase of a property at 902 11th Street for $50,000. The body will also review several public works payments and an intergovernmental agreement with the Rock Island Arsenal.

• Property purchase at 902 11th Street for $50,000 plus closing costs
• Appointment of Amanda Torres as City Clerk
• Payment of $133,749.04 to Langman Construction for Sanitary Main Replacement Project
• Purchase of Panasonic Toughbooks for the Police Department for $92,275
• Budget adjustment to the TIF 5 Columbia Park Fund in the amount of $325,393

The council approved several items, including the appointment of Amanda Torres as City Clerk and first‑reading ordinances on parking bans and lift‑assist services. It also authorized a property purchase at 902 11th Street and adopted the Intergovernmental Support Agreement for snow removal, grounds maintenance and road improvements. Additional approvals covered routine consent‑agenda items, public‑works payments, a Panasonic Toughbook purchase, and a pavement‑marking contract extension.

• Approved appointment of Amanda Torres as City Clerk (7-0-0)
• Approved first‑reading parking ban ordinance for 1718 & 1720 23rd Ave (7-0-0)
• Approved first‑reading Lift Assist Services ordinance (7-0-0)
• Approved purchase of property at 902 11th Street for $50,000 (7-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda items a‑c (7-0-0)
• Approved payment to Langman Construction $133,749.04 (6-0-0)
• Approved purchase of Panasonic Toughbooks $92,275 (7-0-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Support Agreement with Rock Island Arsenal (6-0-0)

Human Rights Commission

Inspections Commission

Police Community Relations Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

Wetland Task Force

Wetland Task Force

The Wetland Task Force is meeting to receive a City of Rock Island update and review action items from December 2025. The group is working toward a management plan and proposal for L&WR designation to be presented to the City Council in September 2026.

• Finalization of the L&WR information webpage
• MOA for City/Council in collaboration with Augustana
• Discussion with Rock Island Public Works Department
• Planning for community engagement opportunities from February to April 2026

The Wetland Task Force discussed concerns from Public Works about including land east of IL‑92 in the reserve. Members expressed support for continuing with the original boundary while addressing infrastructure access through conservation‑easement language. The group assigned next‑step actions for INPC, the City, and Augustana College.

• Supported continuing with the original reserve boundary (no vote recorded)
• Task Force asked INPC to provide example conservation‑easement language for review
• City to coordinate internally on boundary considerations
• Advance survey work and finalize agreement with Augustana College

Community Development Commission

The Community Development Commission will meet to elect its 2026 leadership and review funding applications. The body is deciding whether to accept 2026-2027 Public Service Applications to move them forward in the approval process.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair 2026
• Review and approval to accept 2026-2027 Public Service Applications for funding

The Rock Island Community Development Commission unanimously approved the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously adopted the 2026 meeting schedule. The commission unanimously approved the Housing Rehabilitation Handbook after reviewing feedback. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved October 20, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adopted 2026 meeting schedule (6-0)
• Approved Housing Rehabilitation Handbook (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Public Library Board will consider several motions, including a 3% wage increase for non‑affiliated staff, the continuation of the $128 annual non‑resident card fee, and funding requirements for FY 2027. It will also vote on a $22,476 three‑year service contract with Johnson Controls (Sourcewell) for preventative maintenance of the Downtown Library's boilers, chiller, and controls. Additionally, the board will approve December bills totaling $150,002.28 and discuss gate count and hours data scheduled for April.

• Approve monthly bills for December in the amount of $150,002.28
• Approve a 3% general wage increase for all non‑affiliated employees effective Jan 1 2026
• Approve the annual non‑resident library card fee of $128 (no change)
• Approve Johnson Controls (Sourcewell) service contract for boiler, chiller, and controls maintenance, $22,476 over 3 years
• Unfinished business: gate count and hours discussion scheduled for Apr 5‑17

The Library Board approved a 3% general wage increase for non‑affiliated staff, effective Jan 1 2026. It also approved the $128 fee for non‑resident library cards, a 5% Not‑to‑Exceed funding increase for FY 2027, a $22,476 three‑year service contract for boiler and chiller maintenance, and December bills totaling $150,002.28. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved 3% wage increase for non‑affiliated employees (all ayes, no nays)
• Approved $128 non‑resident library card fee (all ayes, no nays)
• Approved 5% Not‑to‑Exceed funding increase for CY 2027 (all ayes, no nays)
• Approved Johnson Controls service contract $22,476 over 3 years (all ayes, no nays)
• Approved December bills $150,002.28 (all ayes, no nays)
• Approved minutes from Dec 16 2025 meeting (voice vote, all in‑favor)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Rock Island Parks & Recreation Board will review the November and December 2025 finance bills, hear director and manager reports, and discuss applications for upcoming special events and a playground relocation. No formal decisions are listed beyond routine approvals and reports.

• Approval of November meeting minutes
• Review of November 2025 bills totaling $94,181.63
• Review of December 2025 bills totaling $81,695.31
• Special Event Application: Chalk Art Fest
• Playground Move

The Parks and Recreation Board approved the November 2025 bill for $94,181.63 and the December 2025 bill for $81,695.31. It also approved the Chalk Art Fest, Pride Festival, and Christ Temple events. The board decided to relocate the Hasselroth Park playground to the area next to Hauberg Field.

• Approved November 2025 bill $94,181.63 (5-0-1)
• Approved December 2025 bill $81,695.31 (5-0-1)
• Approved Chalk Art Fest (5-0-1)
• Approved Pride Festival (5-0-1)
• Approved Christ Temple event (5-0-1)
• Playground from Hasselroth Park will be relocated next to Hauberg Field (no vote recorded)

Arts & Beautification Commission

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

The Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund commission will consider the Revolving Loan Fund Commission Ordinance and its Appendix D program. The meeting will also approve draft minutes from the December 22, 2025 meeting and receive a status report on existing loans and collections. Election of a chair and vice‑chair for 2026 will be held.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair for 2026
• Approval of draft meeting minutes dated 12‑22‑2025
• Report on status of CIRLF loans and collections
• Consideration of Revolving Loan Fund Commission Ordinance and Appendix D

City Council

The City Council will review several first-reading ordinances, including a new urban agriculture policy and a development agreement with Blue Collar Bagels. The body will also vote on various public works payments and police department agreements.

• Purchase of 3321 7 1/2th Avenue from Quad Cities Land Bank Authority for $0.00
• Payment of $523,110.85 to Langman Construction for 2025 Sidewalk and Pavement Patching Program
• Payment of $209,863.27 to Valley Construction for Rebuild Downtown Rock Island Improvements Project
• Proposed urban agriculture ordinance
• Development Agreement with Blue Collar Bagels

General

The Third Ward Alderwoman will hold a meeting to hear community opinions and concerns. The primary focus is a request to suspend the social service ordinance.

• Public comment on the request to suspend the social service ordinance

General

General

The Joint Review Board will present the proposed North Rock Island Port District Tax Increment Financing (TIF) project area, redevelopment plan, and related ordinances. The board will discuss and formulate recommendations for the City Council. An overview and discussion of TIF activities for fiscal year 2024 will also be provided.

• Presentation on proposed North Rock Island Port District TIF project area, redevelopment plan, and ordinances
• Discussion and recommendation of the Joint Review Board to the City Council
• Presentation and overview of TIF activities for FY2024
• Discussion from the Joint Review Board of TIF activities for FY2024
• Appointment of a public member to serve on the Joint Review Board

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rock Island Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning requests: an authorized use for property at 3701 24th Street in an R-1 district and variances for property at 3822 14th Avenue in a B-1 district. A separate hearing request will consider establishing an urban agriculture ordinance. The meeting also includes a presentation on updating zoning action fees and approval of the December 1, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing request to consider an authorized use for 3701 24th Street (R-1 district)
• Public hearing request to consider variances for 3822 14th Avenue (B-1 district)
• Public hearing request from the Community Development Department to establish an urban agriculture ordinance
• Presentation on updating zoning action fees
• Approval of the December 1, 2025 meeting minutes