City of Pittsfield

Happy Father's Day!

Happy Birthday to Street and Alley Supt. Todd Scranton, hope you have a great day!

🚧 **Important Notice: 390th Street Closure for Maysville Bridge Replacement** 🚧 Dear Residents, We wanted to inform you that starting **Monday, June 17, 2024**, 390th Street will be closed for an undetermined amount of time to facilitate the replacement of the Maysville Bridge. Equipment mobilization will begin on this date. Please plan your travel routes accordingly and stay tuned for updates on the progress and anticipated reopening date. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to improve our infrastructure. For any questions or concerns, please contact the Street and Alley Department or City Hall. Thank you for your cooperation!

The Utilities Department will be draining the King Park Water Tower for scheduled maintenance. Mill street at Memorial street may be very wet this weekend

The City of Pittsfield helped celebrate Nucci's Bar and Restaurant's 10 year anniversary. By Proclamation, I declared June 13th, 2024 as "Nucci's Day." Thank you to owners, Robert and Tammy Brewer, for not only choosing Pittsfield to call their home, but for their service and dedication to our community. The Brewers have always supported many organizations and events throughout their years here. Thank you, Robert and Tammy, for partnering with the City of Pittsfield. We appreciate you!

Mayor Atlas has stepped in to help cover the Mayor's Office this afternoon! Thank you to Mayor Atlas for your help!

A huge "Thank you" to Devin from Pike Pressure Washing for doing a wonderful job of cleaning the outside of the fuel tanks at the Pittsfield Penstone Airport. A job well done, thanks again Devin!

Get ready for the inaugural Music with a Mission festival at the Lake Pittsfield ball diamond on July 27, 2024! Join us for a special evening filled with incredible tunes and community spirit, all for an amazing cause. A huge "Thank You" goes to our sponsors, without them this would not be possible: - Rinella Company - PCRE Real Estate and Auction - Jellystone Park - Riverbank Bar and Grill This special event isn't just about the music—it's about making a difference. Your support will help us raise funds for a vital addition to our community: a new fire truck for the Pittsfield Fire Department. Plus, we're laying the foundation for something truly spectacular—a future outdoor amphitheater at the Lake! Mark your calendars and grab your tickets for a day of music, fun, and giving back. Tickets will be available for purchase at City Hall starting next week, or secure yours now through Eventbrite by using the QR code or the internet address below, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/music-with-a-mission-lake-pittsfield-tickets-921001027867 Let's come together, Pittsfield, and make a meaningful impact on our community. See you there! #MusicWithAMission #PittsfieldProud

Happy Birthday to City Employee Bill Jenkins, hope you have a great day!

Happy Birthday to Pittsfield City Alderman Robert Ritchart! Hope you have a great day!

The City brush yard will not be open today due to flooding. Sorry for any inconvenience.

King Park Pond Youth Fishing Clinics Youth Fishing Clinics will be offered at King Park Pond starting June 3, 2024. Classes will be led by fishing instructor, Cameron Walker. Limit of 20 youth participants per class. Youth may sign up for multiple dates. Fishing poles and bait provided. Youth are welcome to bring their own fishing pole. Parents/Caregivers are encouraged to stay and help their young anglers. Where: King Park Pond, Pittsfield, IL When: June 3, 9:00am-12:00pm June 10, 9:00am-12:00pm June 17, 9:00am-12:00pm June 24, 9:00am-12:00pm Who: Youth of all ages Registration: Call IDNR at 217-285-2221. Fishing clinics are coordinated by IDNR Fisheries and the City of Pittsfield

Happy Mother's Day!

Dear Pittsfield Community, We're reaching out to update you regarding recent communications concerning unknown materials in our water services. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) has mandated that we send a letter to all residents regarding unknown service material status in our system. With over 2000 connections, conducting this inventory is quite a task. However, please rest assured that we're diligently inspecting our system, and as of now, we've found no evidence of lead in our water services. We understand that receiving such a letter can be disconcerting, and we want to address any worries or confusion it may have caused. The safety and well-being of our community are our utmost priorities, and we're committed to ensuring that our water supply meets all safety standards set by regulatory authorities. While the letter was sent as a precautionary measure, it's important to emphasize that there's currently no indication of lead in our water services. Nonetheless, we urge residents to remain vigilant and report any concerns or observations regarding water quality to our dedicated team. Our team will continue to inventory and closely monitor our water supply, conducting regular inspections and testing to ensure that our residents have access to clean and safe drinking water. You can assist in this effort by checking your water service as it enters your home, documenting the material, and relaying the information to us. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we strive to maintain the highest standards of water quality and safety for our community. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, Shane Allen Utilities Superintendent

Temporary Street Closure The North Bound Lane of Grove Street will be temporarily closed 04/22/24 from 1:30 - approximately 4pm.

New signage at City Hall!

We were honored to participate in the CASA child abuse awareness event today on the courthouse lawn. Mayor Mendenhall proclaims April as Child Abuse Awareness month and urges all residents to join in efforts to raise awareness, prevent child abuse, and support the well-being of our community's children. And remember see something, say something.

The 2024 Illinois spring Rainbow Trout fishing season will open at King Park Lagoon on Saturday, April 6 at 5:00AM. Giveaways for youth anglers will begin at 8:00AM.  Fishing poles, tackle boxes, and fishing regulations booklets will be given out while supplies lasts. Thanks to our sponsors! Quail and Upland Management Association Pikeland Motors City of Pittsfield Illinois Department of Natural Resources The daily harvest limit for each angler is five trout.  All anglers must have a fishing license and an inland trout stamp unless they are younger than 16, blind or disabled, or are an Illinois resident on leave from active duty in the Armed Forces. The Illinois Catchable Trout Program receives funding support by those who use the program through the sale of inland trout stamps. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources stocks more than 80,000 rainbow trout each year in bodies of water where trout fishing is permitted during the spring season.

We have received the following update from our Municipal Aggregate Program: "Since our initial meeting, We have been working with Homefield to secure approval to move forward. We were notified late yesterday they have received internal approval to move forward with the group. We are now waiting for final pricing and term length options to share with the group. Market pricing has begun to move up from the low point we discussed and we are working diligently at securing the best possible rates and terms throughout this week. Our goal is to have a more detailed communication early to mid next week once rates and term options are finalized, followed by a signing date of late next week or early the following week. We will keep you updated." You may have received a letter from Constellation. You do not need to take any action to remain on the city aggregate program and will switch automatically to Homefield when we have finalized the contract. The current Constellation rate is .121/kWh we anticipate that the Homefield rate will be approximately .08/kWh

Happy Birthday to Police Chief Mike Starman, hope you have a great day!