Rock Island County public meetings in 2024

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss open investigations and review its procedure and questionnaire. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the August meeting.

• Approval of August meeting minutes
• Review of open investigations
• Review of procedure and questionnaire

Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Board

The board will consider approval of the previous meeting's minutes, review the financial report, discuss board member recruitment, set the 2025 meeting schedule, and consider a board training opportunity. Additional items include a director’s report and public comments.

• Approval of minutes (action item)
• Financial report presentation (action item)
• 2025 board meeting schedule (action item)
• Board training opportunity (action item)
• Board member recruitment discussion

Police Community Relations Commission

The Rock Island County Police Community Relations Commission will meet on December 18, 2024 at 5:30 PM at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 630 9th Street. The agenda lists standard items: call to order, roll call, public comment, minutes, other business/new business, and adjournment. No specific proposals, contracts, or ordinances are identified for discussion. The meeting is open to the public and accessibility arrangements can be made through the City Clerk’s Office.

• Public Comment period for community input
• Other Business/New Business discussion

Arts & Beautification Commission

The commission is meeting to approve minutes from September 18, 2024. The body will also consider the approval of the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Approval of September 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of the 2025 Arts & Beautification Commission Meeting Schedule

Library Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Public Library Board will vote on approving monthly bills, policy revisions, and a non-resident fee increase. The board will also consider paying off a library project debt and discuss the Director's evaluation.

• Approve monthly bills of $43,423.13
• Approve non-resident fee increase to $128
• Relinquish $306,352.71 to pay off Watts-Midtown project debt
• Approve revisions to 7 library policies
• Approve Director's evaluation and salary/benefit changes

General

The Rock Island City Council will hold a study session on December 16, 2024. The meeting includes a public comment period and two presentations: one by the Rock Island Downtown Alliance (RIDA) and another by the Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce. No formal actions or votes are scheduled.

• Rock Island Downtown Alliance (RIDA) presentation
• Presentation from the Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce

City Council

The council will consider first‑reading ordinances for the downtown Tax Increment Financing redevelopment plan and a rezoning request for 3720 8th Street. It will vote on second‑reading ordinances to adopt the fiscal year 2025 budget, the city‑wide property tax levy, and a $310,659 levy for the downtown Special Services Area. The meeting also includes approval of multiple ARPA‑funded interagency agreements for fire equipment, police recruitment, and other projects, as well as routine consent agenda items and a five‑year capital improvement plan.

• First‑reading ordinance adopting the Rock Island Downtown Tax Increment Financing Redevelopment Plan
• First‑reading rezoning request for 3720 8th Street (Amy McFall)
• Second‑reading ordinance adopting the FY 2025 city budget
• Interagency agreement with the Fire Department for $650,425 to purchase a new fire truck (ARPA funds)
• Interagency agreement with the Police Department for $252,000 for recruitment and enforcement (ARPA funds)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rock Island County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a workshop on the Strategic Housing Plan presented by PGAV Planners. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, other business, and adjournment. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Workshop on Strategic Housing Plan – PGAV Planners

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

The Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund will meet to approve its 2025 meeting schedule. The body will also receive presentations regarding the City's debt collection efforts and the Strategic Economic Development Plan.

• Approval of 2025 Meeting Schedule
• Presentation on City debt collection efforts
• Presentation on Strategic Economic Development Plan

City Council

The Rock Island City Council will hold a public hearing on the Calendar Year 2025 Budget and vote on a series of tax abatements and inter-agency agreements for ARPA-funded projects. The meeting also includes first readings for ordinances regarding refuse rates and a special use permit.

• Public Hearing for CY 2025 Budget
• Tax Abatement Resolutions totaling $5.7 million
• Inter-Agency Agreements for ARPA projects ($3.9M for Rebuild Downtown)
• First Reading: Residential refuse and yard waste rate increase
• First Reading: Special Use Permit for Del's Metal Company at 1600 Mill Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding zoning variances, a rezoning request, and a special use permit amendment. The body will also consider the revocation of a special use permit and approve the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Rezoning request from I-1 to R-2 for property at 3720 8th Street
• Variance requests for properties at 1411 & 1417 4th Avenue
• Revocation of a Special Use Permit for properties at 1000 & 1006 8th Avenue
• Variance requests for 524 18th Avenue (proposed for tabling to January 6, 2025)
• Special Use Amendment request for 2425 11th Street (proposed for tabling to January 6, 2025)

General

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the Rock Island Downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF). An overview of the TIF will be presented, followed by a period for public comment and questions. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Call to Order & Welcome By City Representatives
• Rock Island Downtown TIF Overview & Description
• Public Comment/Questions
• Adjournment

City Council Study Session

The Rock Island City Council will hold a study session on November 25, 2024 at 6:00 PM. The session includes a training presentation on the Council Chambers audio‑visual equipment. No formal actions or votes are scheduled beyond the motion to adjourn.

• Training presentation on Council Chambers A/V equipment

City Council

The City Council will conduct a Truth in Taxation public hearing regarding the 2025 budget. The body will also consider several infrastructure engineering contracts and property acquisitions.

• CY 2025 Budget / Truth in Taxation Public Hearing
• Acquisition of property at 1213 7th Avenue for $824
• Engineering services for 31st Avenue Reconstruction and Road Diet Project for $482,400
• Engineering services for 35th Street West and Rock Island Parkway Intersection for $399,974
• Water Treatment Plant pulsator building roof bid for $242,725

Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund

The Commercial/Industrial Revolving Loan Fund board is meeting to review business. The primary item for discussion is an update to the CIRLF Policies and Procedures.

• CIRLF Policies and Procedures Update

Human Rights Commission

The Rock Island Human Rights Commission will meet on November 21, 2024 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center. The agenda includes a call to order, public comment, approval of minutes from the July meeting, discussion of old business (open investigations), new business items, and setting the 2025 meeting schedule. No specific policy proposals or contracts are listed.

• Approval of minutes from July meeting
• Discussion of open investigations (old business)
• New business items (unspecified)
• 2025 meeting schedule: third Thursday of each month at 5:00 p.m.
• Commissioner comments

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider approval of the October 30, 2024 meeting minutes. It will vote on Certificate of Appropriateness applications for 1203 45th Street and 1620 22nd Street. The commission will also approve the 2025 Historic Preservation meeting schedule.

• Approve October 30, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote).
• Approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 1203 45th Street (roll call vote).
• Approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 1620 22nd Street (roll call vote).
• Approve the 2025 Historic Preservation Commission meeting schedule (voice vote).

Police Community Relations Commission

The commission will conduct its regular meeting, covering standard items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, minutes, other business, and adjournment. No specific policy decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

Library Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Public Library Board will consider several motions, including approval of the 2025‑2030 Library Strategic Plan. Other items include a motion to set the 2025 meeting schedule, a partnership and facility rental agreement with the Bucktown Americana Music Show, and closing the Watts‑Midtown Branch early on Thanksgiving. The finance committee will also approve October bills totaling $54,865.53.

• Motion to approve October bills totaling $54,865.53
• Motion to approve the regular Board of Trustees meeting schedule for 2025
• Motion to approve the Program Partnership and Facility Rental Agreement with Bucktown Americana Music Show
• Motion to close the Watts‑Midtown Branch at 6 pm the day before Thanksgiving
• Motion to approve the 2025‑2030 Library Strategic Plan

Community Development Commission

The Community Development Commission is meeting to approve its 2025 public meeting schedule. The body will also consider the scoring process for 2025-2026 public services.

• Approval of the 2025 Community Development Commission Public Meeting Schedule
• Approval of the 2025-2026 Public Service scoring process

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to receive presentations on the FY 2025 Budget and updated Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) policies.

• Presentation on updated CDBG policies
• FY 2025 Budget Presentation

City Council

The Rock Island City Council will vote on a Local Agency Agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation for IL Route 5 (Blackhawk Road/46 AV) and on an amended Motor Fuel Tax Resolution that appropriates $413,760 for street maintenance. The council will also consider routine consent‑agenda items, several contract and claim payments, budget adjustments, department reports, traffic‑engineering parking requests, and permits for fireworks displays.

• Approve Local Agency Agreement and Resolution for IL Route 5 (Blackhawk Road/46 AV) with IDOT
• Adopt amended Motor Fuel Tax Resolution appropriating $413,760 for street maintenance
• Authorize $426,421.75 payment to Porter Brothers Construction for 2024 Asphalt Street Milling and Patching Program
• Award bid to Sterling Commercial Roofing for Sunset Marina office roof replacement for $29,900
• Approve pyrotechnic display permits for Uncle Norm's Fireworks at Quad City Botanical Center on Nov 21 and Dec 4, 2024

General

The Joint Review Board is meeting to discuss the proposed Downtown TIF Plan and project area. The board will review draft ordinances and consider a recommendation to the City Council.

• Review of proposed Downtown TIF Plan & Project Area
• Review of Draft Ordinances for Downtown TIF
• Consideration of Recommendation to City Council

General

The Rock Island County Electoral Board will hold a hearing on the Healy v. Davis matter. Board members will consider specific objections and the overall validity of the respondent's nomination petition papers. They will then vote on adopting the board's written decision. The meeting concludes with an adjournment.

• Motion on specific objections in Healy v. Davis
• Motion on overall validity of respondent's nomination petition papers
• Motion to adopt the written decision of the Electoral Board

General

The Rock Island County Electoral Board will hear an objection by candidate William Healy to the nomination papers filed by candidate Glen Davis. The board will consider statements from both candidates, may enter a closed session for record examination, and will vote on motions regarding the specific objections and the overall validity of the petition. The meeting will conclude with adoption of a written decision.

• Objection by candidate William Healy to nomination papers filed by candidate Glen Davis
• Statement by objector William Healy
• Statement by respondent Glen Davis
• Motion to go into closed session for record examination and deliberation
• Motion to adopt the written decision of the Electoral Board

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on five requests. These include a rezoning request from the City of Rock Island and various variance or special use permit applications.

• Rezoning Realtor's Park from C-1 (park conservation) to R-1 (one unit residential)
• Variance request for property at 2443 28th Avenue
• Variance request for Greenleaf Tobacco at 3101 11th Street
• Special Use Permit request for a mobile food unit at 1501 5th Street
• Special Use Permit request for Del's Metals Company at 1600 Mill Street and 1700 1st Street

Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Revenue Administrative Board

The board is meeting to review the status of current projects and approve minutes from August 2, 2024. Members will discuss the 2025 meeting schedule, the 2025 election ballot, and new purchase requests.

• Review of current projects status
• 2025 meeting dates
• 2025 election ballot
• New purchase requests

Preservation Commission

The Preservation Commission will vote on Certificate of Appropriateness applications for 1203 45th Street, 1601 21st Street, 1635 20th Street, and 1718 21st Street. It will also consider a comment on the AT&T Mobility LLC project at the water tower on 1404 36th Street. The meeting includes discussions on Certified Local Government grant opportunities and local financial incentives for historic properties.

• Approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 1203 45th Street
• Approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 1601 21st Street
• Approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 1635 20th Street
• Approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 1718 21st Street
• Consider comment on AT&T Mobility LLC water tower project at 1404 36th Street

City Council Study Session

The Rock Island City Council will hold a study session to review the proposed Capital Improvement Plan for 2025. The meeting is scheduled for October 28, 2024, at 6:00 PM at the County Office Building.

• Presentation of the CY2025 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Study session format (no formal votes expected)
• Public comment period included

City Council

The Rock Island City Council will consider a single motion to enact ordinances for MidAmerican Energy's natural gas and electric franchise agreements. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering routine claims, contracts, and minutes, along with a public proclamation for a Community Comfort Cart rollout.

• MidAmerican Energy natural gas franchise agreement
• MidAmerican Energy electric franchise agreement
• Community Comfort Cart Rollout Day proclamation
• Police InVeris VR System purchase for $64,100
• Emergency storm sewer repairs at 25th Avenue and 15th Street

Police Pension Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on Oct. 23, 2024. After standard procedural items, trustees will discuss a revised pension benefit calculation presented by Richard Landi. A closed session may be held if needed before the meeting adjourns.

• Public comment period
• Discussion of revised pension benefit calculation (presented by Richard Landi)

Police Pension Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Police Pension Board of Trustees will meet to approve financial reports, bills, and bills for the fund. The board will also discuss cash management policies, trustee training fees, and board officer elections.

• Approval of meeting minutes from March and July 2024
• Approval of bills and monthly financial report
• Discussion/Possible Action – Cash Management Policy
• Discussion/Possible Action – Refund of Excess Contributions
• Board Officer Elections – President, Vice President, Secretary and Assistant Secretary

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Firefighters’ Pension Fund Board will review its monthly financial report and approve related bills. Trustees will consider applications for membership, retirement and disability benefits, and approve training registration fees and reimbursable expenses. New business includes a discussion of a refund of excess contributions for Eric Bopes and setting 2025 board meeting dates.

• Discussion of refund of excess contributions – Eric Bopes
• Approval of trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses
• Approve revised duty disability benefits – John Karns
• Review/Adopt municipal compliance report (old business)
• Establish 2025 board meeting dates (new business)

General

The Rock Island City Council meeting will discuss a motion to allow more flexibility with the public comment rules for this special meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, and adjournment.

• Motion to allow more flexibility with the Public Comment Rules

Community Development Commission

The Rock Island Community Development Commission will vote on approving amendments to the Community Development Block Grant Program Manual and Emergency Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program Policies and Procedures. The body will also consider a new policy for the Urban Homestead Program and review the 2025 Public Service Application.

• Approval of 2024 Amendment to Community Development Block Grant Program Manual
• Approval of amendment to Emergency Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program Policies
• Approval of amendment to Community Development Block Grant General Rehab Policies
• Approval of new Urban Homestead Program policy and procedures
• Review of 2025 Public Service Application

Human Rights Commission

The Rock Island Human Rights Commission will convene to approve previous meeting minutes, discuss ongoing investigations, and review a candidate profile for a vacant seat. The meeting will also include a report on the Moline Human Rights Commission and marketing efforts.

• Approval of August meeting minutes
• Open investigations discussion
• Review of candidate profile for resignation
• Report on Moline Human Rights Commission meeting
• Marketing discussion

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board will consider several motions, including approval of September 2024 bills totaling $63,337.75, adoption of a new Attendance Policy, creation of an ad‑hoc Technology Committee, and waiving parts of the Community Room Policy for a partnership with the Bucktown Americana Music Show. Committee reports will provide updates on the CDBG bathroom remodel, radon remediation, and the upcoming Master Planning RFP. Additional items include scheduling future meetings and reviewing committee assignments.

• Motion to approve September 2024 library bills totaling $63,337.75
• Motion to adopt a new Attendance Policy
• Motion to create an ad‑hoc Technology Committee to address Statewide Technology standards
• Motion to waive sections of the Community Room Policy for the Bucktown Americana Music Show partnership
• Updates on CDBG bathroom remodel/radon remediation and upcoming Master Planning RFP

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review monthly finance reports, including September bills totaling $195,298.24, and hear reports from directors and managers. It will also consider two special event requests: the BFL Regional Championship and the Heart Walk. No other business is scheduled.

• Approval of September minutes
• September 2024 bills: $195,298.24
• Special Event Request: BFL Regional Championship
• Special Event Request: Heart Walk
• RIFAC Donation: ADA Pool Door Openers

City Council Study Session

The Rock Island City Council will hold a study session on October 14, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the County Office Building. The agenda includes a presentation of the 2nd Quarter Financial Management Report and updates and recommendations related to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). No formal motions or votes are scheduled aside from the motion to adjourn. The meeting also provides time for public comment.

• Presentation of the 2nd Quarter Financial Management Report
• ARPA Updates and Recommendations presentation
• Public Comment period

City Council

The Rock Island City Council will consider several first‑reading ordinances, including a public‑hearing date for a new downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) redevelopment plan and a purchase of city‑owned property at 1120 4th Avenue for $647 plus closing costs. They will also vote on franchise agreements with MidAmerican Energy for natural gas and electric service and on a resolution imposing a moratorium on new retail tobacco and vape dealer licenses that expires Dec 31 2024. Additional items include routine consent‑agenda approvals, contract authorizations for engineering services, and budget adjustments for park and parade funds.

• Ordinance establishing a date for a public hearing on a new downtown TIF redevelopment plan (first reading)
• Application by Shahid Muhammad & Jeral Webster to purchase city‑owned property at 1120 4th Avenue for $647 plus closing costs (first reading)
• Fourth Amendment to the Development Agreement with LRC Developers Inc. (first reading)
• Franchise agreements with MidAmerican Energy for natural gas and electric service to Rock Island (first reading)
• Resolution for a moratorium on all new retail tobacco and vape dealer (Tobacco Class B) licenses, expiring Dec 31 2024

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rock Island Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes and vote on three public hearing requests to deny variances for properties on 25th Street, 5th Avenue, and 11th Street.

• Approval of August 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Variance request for 3237 25th Street (R-2 district)
• Variance request for 2948-2950 5th Avenue (R-4 district)
• Variance request for 901, 903 & 909 11th Street (R-2 district)

Preservation Commission

The Preservation Commission will consider approval of the August 28, 2024 meeting minutes. It will hold a public hearing and vote on designating the Smyth-Jackson House at 824 20th Street as a local landmark. The commission will also consider and vote on a resolution concerning the Centennial Bridge. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approve August 28, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Public hearing and vote to designate Smyth-Jackson House at 824 20th Street as a local landmark
• Resolution on the Centennial Bridge (roll call vote)
• Discussion on the Centennial Bridge Project

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to receive two presentations: an actuarial overview of the Rock Island Fire and Police Combined Funds and a feasibility study for a Downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District. No formal actions or votes are scheduled beyond the motion to adjourn.

• Actuarial presentation on the Rock Island Fire and Police Combined Funds
• Presentation on the feasibility study for the Downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District

City Council

The council will consider several resolutions, including support for an ITEP grant for the Phase 1 Crosstown Shared‑Use Pathway and a feasibility study for a downtown redevelopment project area. It will vote on an ordinance to create a Tax Increment Financing Interested Parties Registry and on first‑reading items such as a proposed sale of city‑owned property at 1120 4th Avenue for $647 and changes to the city code. The council will approve a consent agenda covering routine items and multiple contracts, notably a $723,494.38 award to Langman Construction for the 28th Street Court and 32nd Court Reconstruction Project. Additional items include approvals for various payments, a downtown TIF feasibility study, and event permits.

• $723,494.38 contract to Langman Construction for 28th Street Court and 32nd Court Reconstruction Project (MFT funds)
• $99,500 purchase of two vendor stalls for the Rebuild Downtown Rock Island Improvement Project
• $44,334 payment to Kraft Power Corporation for Wet Weather Treatment Pump Engine Maintenance Contract
• Ordinance establishing a Tax Increment Financing Interested Parties Registry
• Resolution supporting ITEP grant submission for Phase 1 Crosstown Shared‑Use Pathway

Human Rights Commission

The Commission will meet to review open investigations and discuss marketing and a Moline Human Rights Commission meeting. The session includes time for public comment and the approval of August meeting minutes.

• Review of open investigations
• Discussion of Moline Human Rights Commission meeting
• Marketing discussion
• Approval of August meeting minutes

Arts & Beautification Commission

The commission will review nominees and select a winner for the September Yard of the Month. Members will also receive a presentation on the status of the Arts Commission Revenue Account and discuss potential projects for those funds.

• Selection of September Yard of the Month winner
• Presentation on Arts Commission Revenue Account status
• Discussion on projects using Arts Commission Revenue Account funds

Library Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Public Library Board will consider several motions, including approval of monthly bills totaling $61,694 and a new attendance policy. It will also discuss updates to a CDBG bathroom remodel and radon remediation project. Two key decisions are pending: closing some library locations in calendar year 2025 and authorizing board members to attend the Illinois Library Association’s Trustee Day.

• Motion to approve monthly bills for August in the amount of $61,694 (RC)
• CDBG Bathroom Remodel/Radon Remediation – updates
• Motion to approve the new Attendance Policy (VV)
• Motion to approve library closings for Calendar Year 2025 (VV)
• Motion to approve sending board members to the Illinois Library Association’s “Trustee Day” on October 10 (RC)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Rock Island Parks and Recreation Board will review financial reports and August bills. The board is considering several special event requests and project updates for Realtor Park and the Sports Complex.

• August 2024 bills totaling $379,925.26
• Special event requests for Ready to Rock, RIMSD Jr High X-Country Races, Paranormal Night at the Park, and Rotary Reindeer Ramble
• Eagle Scout Project by Andrew Grau
• Realtor Park update
• Sports Complex update

City Council

The council will open the meeting, take public comment, and then move to a closed session to discuss pending litigation and collective bargaining issues as required by state law. After the closed session, the council will adjourn.

• Motion to enter Closed Session for litigation matters (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(11))
• Motion to enter Closed Session for collective bargaining matters (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(2))
• Voice vote to approve the closed‑session motion
• Voice vote to adjourn the meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts and payments, including a resurfacing project for 30th Street. The body will also review requests for sound amplification and fundraising events, and a contribution agreement with Visit Quad Cities.

• Joint Funding Agreement with IDOT for 30th Street Resurfacing Project between 9th & 18th Avenue
• Payment of $60,700.80 to McClintock Trucking and Excavating for Water Service and Sewer Lateral Repair
• Purchase of a small unmanned aerial system (sUAS) program for $53,071.18 using ARPA funds
• Service Agreement with Moran Economic Development for $34,000 for the Downtown TIF Redevelopment Plan
• Payment of $32,178 to Electric Pump for repairs at the Franciscan Storage/Treatment Basin

Fire and Police Commissioners Board

The Rock Island County Fire and Police Commissioners Board will vote to enter an executive session to discuss appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees or legal counsel under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1). A roll‑call vote is required to approve the session. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, old business, and adjournment.

• Executive session to consider personnel actions under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1)
• Roll‑call vote needed to enter executive session
• Call to Order
• Public Comment
• Adjourn

Preservation Commission

The Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes from June and July 2024. The body will also hold a discussion regarding the Centennial Bridge with Illinois State Senator Michael Halpin.

• Discussion on the Centennial Bridge with State Senator Michael Halpin
• Approval of June 20, 2024 Special Meeting Minutes
• Approval of July 31, 2024 Meeting Minutes

Fire and Police Commissioners Board

The Rock Island County Fire and Police Commissioners Board will meet to discuss specific employee matters, including appointments, discipline, and dismissals, in a closed executive session.

• Executive session for employee appointments, discipline, and dismissals
• Roll call vote required to enter executive session
• Meeting location: Office of the Fire Chief, 1313 5th Avenue

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

The advisory board will review and approve the August 19 minutes, receive the treasurer's report showing a $25,000 budget for 2024, and discuss operational plans for the 40th parade. Topics include staging, giveaways, signage, volunteer needs, and entertainment sponsors. No final votes are recorded in the agenda.

• Approve Treasury budget of $25,000 for the 2024 parade
• Order 2,000 giveaway cups and new shirts for participants
• Install new banners and 18th Avenue signage (set Mon/Tues)
• Secure horse & carriage attraction ($1,200) and reimburse Los Charros Riders ($700)
• Confirm university and high school band participation, e.g., Illini Marching Band $14,390

City Council Study Session

The Rock Island City Council will hold a study session on August 26, 2024, to hear a presentation from the Police Department about a drone program. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and public comment. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda. Residents can watch the session live online.

• Police Department presentation on a drone program

City Council

The Rock Island City Council will vote on a series of ordinances, contracts, and budget items. Key actions include approving a contract worth $846,850 to build a new clubhouse at Saukie Golf Course and a $492,460.18 contract for the 22nd Street and 35th Avenue Reconstruction Project. The council will also consider a parcel swap between 1109 11th Avenue and 1134 9th Avenue valued at $1.00 each, and a $259,410 budget adjustment to the CIRLF Loan Fund.

• Approve $846,850 contract with Estes Construction for new Saukie Golf Course clubhouse
• Approve $492,460.18 contract with Walter D. Laud, Inc. for 22nd Street and 35th Avenue Reconstruction Project
• Approve $259,410 budget adjustment to the CIRLF Loan Fund (584)
• Approve swap of city-owned parcels at 1109 11th Avenue and 1134 9th Avenue for $1.00 each
• Pass special ordinances to install handicapped parking spaces at 1226 12th Street and 901 14th Street

Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Board

The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Board will review and approve the minutes from the prior meeting and conduct a 990 review. A budget report for 2025 will be presented. The board will discuss member roles, a debrief of the Soul of the City program, and the director’s report. The meeting will end with public comments.

• Approval of minutes (action item)
• 990 review (action item)
• 2025 budget report presentation

Library Board of Trustees

The board will consider several motions, including approval of July bills totaling $80,029.25 and adoption of a new attendance policy. A key item is the motion to submit the FY 2025 library budget, which proposes a 3.5% tax revenue increase and multiple capital improvement projects at the Downtown Library. Additional items include creating an ad‑hoc technology committee, accepting an art donation, and authorizing staff attendance at a marketing conference. The meeting will conclude with an executive‑session vote on personnel matters.

• Motion to approve July bills for $80,029.25
• Motion to adopt a new Attendance Policy
• Motion to submit FY 2025 Library Budget with 3.5% tax increase and capital improvements (bathroom remodel, carpet replacement, electrical upgrades, parking lot reconstruction, first‑floor renovation, wallpaper removal, window replacement)
• Motion to accept art donation of "If We All Held Hands" by Eric Applequist
• Motion to send Lisa Lockheart to Library Marketing & Communications Conference in St. Louis

Parks and Recreation Board

The Rock Island Parks & Recreation Board will approve the July meeting minutes. It will receive a financial report that includes July bills of $207,198.83. Managers will provide updates on the Fitness & Activity Center, Saukie Clubhouse and Stone House, and the Labor Day Parade and Red, White & Boom events.

• Approval of July meeting minutes
• July 2024 bills: $207,198.83
• Saukie Clubhouse update
• Saukie Stone House update
• Labor Day Parade (Sept 2) and Red, White & Boom (Sept 7) events

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

The board is coordinating staging, promotion, and attractions for the September 2, 2024, parade. Discussions include budget updates, volunteer needs, and the coordination of musical acts and flatbed providers.

• 2024 budget of $25,000
• Illini Marching Band participation with a cost of $14,390
• Distribution of 2,000 giveaway cups
• Musical group fees ranging from $350 to $800
• Horse and carriage cost of $1,200

Community Development Commission

The Community Development Commission will vote on two items: approval of the meeting minutes from June 17, 2024, and approval of the 2024 Community Caring Conference Action Plan. Both items require a roll‑call vote. The meeting also includes standard items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, and any old business.

• Approve meeting minutes from June 17, 2024 (roll‑call vote required)
• Approve the 2024 Community Caring Conference Action Plan (roll‑call vote required)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Rock Island County Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes, elect a subcommittee chair, and vote on the completeness and approval of a landmark application for 824 20th Street.

• Approval of June 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Election of Subcommittee Chair
• Determination of Landmark Application completeness for 824 20th Street
• Recommendation regarding Landmark Application for 824 20th Street

Human Rights Commission

The Rock Island Human Rights Commission will approve minutes from the July meeting, discuss old business including open investigations (case 99-2024-LS involving Ashley Allen Smith and Stephen Andich), consider any new business, and hear commissioner comments. Public comment will also be taken. No specific decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Open investigations: case 99-2024-LS – Ashley Allen Smith, Stephen Andich

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

The board is coordinating logistics, sponsorships, and entries for the September 2, 2024, parade. Discussions include budget updates, staging requirements, and the coordination of musical acts and attractions.

• 2024 budget set at $25,000
• Illini Marching Band participation confirmed at a cost of $14,390
• Planned distribution of 2,000 giveaway cups
• Coordination of flatbed providers including QC Towing, Monson, Sharpe, and R&D Towing
• Proposed promotion schedule including press releases and social media outreach

City Council Study Session

The Rock Island City Council will hold a study session on August 12, 2024. The meeting includes a call to order, roll call, public comment, and a presentation updating attendees on ARPA projects. No formal actions or votes are scheduled. The session is open to the public and will be streamed live.

• ARPA Projects Update Presentation

City Council

The City Council will vote on contracts for residential demolitions and GIS upgrades, as well as several street closures for community events. The body is also reviewing budget adjustments and requests for new handicapped parking spaces.

• Contract for Valley Construction Company to demolish five residential properties for $163,800
• Professional services agreement with Cloudpoint Geospatial for GIS upgrade ($18,500 plus $1,950 monthly)
• Emergency water main repair payment of $20,013.70 to Miller Trucking and Excavating at 2316 4th Avenue
• Highway resolutions to close Master Sergeant Stanley Memorial Bridge, 15th Street, and 1st Avenue for the TBK Quad Cities Marathon
• Proposed handicapped parking spaces at 1226 12th Street and 901 14th Street

Library Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Public Library Board will hold a meeting to prepare for the Library Director's annual performance review and discuss personnel matters in closed session.

• Preparation for Library Director's Annual Performance Review
• Closed session for personnel matters
• Meeting at Watts-Midtown Branch, 2715 30th Street

Labor Day Parade Advisory Board

The advisory board will receive the treasurer's report showing a 2024 budget of $25,000, a 2023 budget of $20,750, and actual spending of $15,780. It will discuss detailed staging for the 40th parade, including the theme, giveaways, new shirts, banners, volunteer coordination, and post‑parade cleanup. The board will also consider decoration ideas and the schedule for a post‑parade meeting at 4 pm.

• Treasurer's report: 2024 budget $25,000; 2023 budget $20,750; actual $15,780
• Parade giveaways of 2,000 cups
• New shirts and banners ordered for 18th Ave
• Illini Marching Band sponsorship fee $14,390
• Post‑parade clean‑up assigned to Youth Services Bureau

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rock Island Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on August 5, 2024 will review several public hearing requests. Members will vote on whether to table the variance request for properties at 2933, 2939, 2951 and 2963 9th Street, moving it to the September 4 meeting. They will also consider a special exception for 2640 Blackhawk Road and variances for 3119 24th Street, 319 11th Street, and 1109 4th Avenue. Decisions will be made by roll‑call vote.

• Variance request for 2933, 2939, 2951 & 2963 9th Street (R‑2 district) – motion to table for September 4
• Special exception request for 2640 Blackhawk Road (B‑4 district)
• Variance request for 3119 24th Street (R‑4 district)
• Variances for 319 11th Street and 1109 4th Avenue (B‑3 district)

Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Revenue Administrative Board

The board will meet to approve minutes from May 3, 2024. Members will discuss the status of current projects and review new purchase requests.

• Approval of May 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of current projects status
• Review of new purchase requests

Preservation Commission

The Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a landmark application for the Reeves House. The body will also review certificates of appropriateness for window and door replacements at two other properties.

• Public Hearing 2024-06: Landmark application for Reeves House at 839 23rd Street
• Case 2024-04: Replacement storm windows at Murphy House, 2205 7th Avenue
• Case 2024-05: Garage door replacement at Looney House, 1635 20th Street
• Landmark application review for 824 20th Street
• Discussion on the Centennial Bridge with State Representative Gregg Johnson

Library Board of Trustees

The Finance Committee is meeting to review the Calendar Year 2025 startup budget and projected deficits. The body will discuss tax levy and revenue requirements and Capital Improvement Plan submissions to form recommendations for the Board of Trustees.

• Review of CY 2025 startup budget
• Review of CY 2024 targeted projections and deficit
• Review of CY 2025 projected deficit
• Review of Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) submissions
• Review of tax levy and revenue requirements

Library Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Public Library Board Community & Planning Committee will review its mission, vision, values, and goal statements. Members will discuss service priorities and brainstorm objectives and tasks for each goal. The meeting will also move to finalize the strategic plan and its design.

• Review mission, vision, and values
• Review goal statements
• Discuss service priorities
• Brainstorm objectives and tasks for each goal
• Finalize strategic plan and design

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Firefighters’ Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to consider financial reports, member applications, and retirement benefits. New business includes reviewing and approving the actuarial valuation and tax levy request, adopting the municipal compliance report, and electing a President and Secretary. The board will also approve trustee training fees and a contribution refund.

• Review and approve actuarial valuation and tax levy request (new business)
• Approve trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses
• Approve regular retirement benefits for Eric Bopes and Terry Smith
• Approve contribution refund for Jordan Mannion
• Board officer elections – President and Secretary

Police Pension Board of Trustees

The Rock Island Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to discuss financial reports and membership changes. The board is scheduled to review the actuarial valuation and tax levy request, as well as hold officer elections.

• Review and approval of Actuarial Valuation and Tax Levy Request
• Discussion and possible action on Cash Management Policy and Money Market Account
• Retirement benefit approvals for Richard Landi and Benjamin Smith
• Non-Duty Disability Retirement benefit approval for Philip Ledbetter
• Board Officer Elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Assistant Secretary

City Council

The City Council will vote on several high-value infrastructure and equipment contracts, including water treatment and ambulance services. The body is also reviewing property sales, street closures for community events, and ARPA fund allocations.

• Contract for $1,485,030 to CDM Smith for Water Treatment Pump Station and Storage Replacement Project engineering
• Sale of City-owned property at 1316 5 1/2th Avenue to Christine White for $1.00 plus closing costs
• Contract for $55,000 to PGAV Planners, LLC for the Rock Island Strategic Housing Plan
• Approval of $215,562.48 in ARPA funds to Stryker for ambulance cots
• Purchase of $126,429.00 from Monroe Truck Equipment to outfit three 2024 Ford F350 pickups

Human Rights Commission

The commission will meet to conduct routine business and orientation. The body will review the closure of one investigation due to a lack of response from the complainant.

• Closure of investigation 98-2024-JL (Lyss C and Randall M.)
• New business orientation

Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Board

The Board of Directors will meet to review financial reports and discuss major gifts and endowments. The agenda includes a discussion on roles and responsibilities and a report on resource development.

• Approval of minutes
• Finance report
• Major Gift & Endowment discussion
• Roles and responsibilities discussion
• Resource Development report

Arts & Beautification Commission

The commission will review slideshows to select the July Yard of the Month winner. Members will also receive a status presentation on the Arts Commission Revenue Account and discuss potential projects for those funds.

• Selection of July Yard of the Month winner
• Presentation on Status of Arts Commission Revenue Account
• Discussion on projects using Arts Commission Revenue Account funds

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider recommending a contract award for the Rock Island Strategic Housing Plan. The commission will also address a variance request for properties at 2933, 2939, 2951, and 2963 9th Street. A motion was made to table the 9th Street variance request until August 5.

• Recommendation on contract award for Rock Island Strategic Housing Plan to PGAV Planners, LLC
• Variance request for properties at 2933, 2939, 2951 & 2963 9th Street
• Approval of June 3, 2024 meeting minutes