GENERAL INFORMATION:

MEET THE MAYOR

In his continuing commitment to communication, Mayor Mike Chamberlain has pledged to host walk in meetings with the public on various weekends throughout the year.  Mayor Chamberlain will host the first Meet the Mayor event Saturday May 18, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Belvidere City Hall 401 Whitney Blvd.   
   
      

 HERITAGE DAY PARADE 

Sunday, June 30, 2013, at 4:00 PM in downtown Belvidere

The Heritage Day Parade is filled with fun and enjoyment for all ages. It travels through downtown Belvidere along State Street beginning at Logan Avenue and finishes at Harrison Street.


ENTRY FORM Click Here



 

PUBLIC WORKS NEWS:

2013 Branch Pickup Program

2012 Leaf Collection Program

When placing your leaves for collection, please place them at the curb or road side,
but do not rake them into the street.  Thank you.

 

 FIXED ROUTE BUS SERVICE

A fixed route bus service operated by the Rockford Mass Transit District began servicing Belvidere on Monday October 24, 2011 with service through Belvidere and connecting to the rest of the RMTD network at the East Side Transfer Center.  The Route will make various stops in Belvidere including the Boone County Council on Aging, various spots along State Street, City Hall, the Ida Public Library and terminating at the Kmart located off of Grant Highway.  

For the Bus schedule, click HERE.

For a route map click HERE.

State of the City Address 2012

The Belvidere Fire Department periodically flushes fire hydrants throughout the year.  During the flushing process, the potable water is safe for consumption.  However, when flushing occurs in close proximity to your residence, the City recommends that you refrain from laundering clothing.

CITIZEN CORPS COUNCIL:

President Bush has called all Americans to volunteer 2 years or the equivalent of 4000 hours of service to their communities over the course of their lifetime. To assist the citizens of Belvidere in fulfilling that call, the City of Belvidere has established a Citizen Corps Council.

Emerald Ash Borer - Fact Sheet for the Homeowner

SEWER BACKUPS:

Connection of storm water sump pumps to the City's sanitary sewer system is prohibited. Such connections quickly overload the system in severe rain events and may cause sewers to back up.

In the future, residents may receive notice to schedule an appointment for an inspection. Please respond within the time specified to assist the Department with preventing future sanitary sewer backups. If you have questions or concerns, please call 815-544-9256.

STORM WATER SURVEY

Are you interested in or concerned about stormwater quality and run-off in your area?

If so, please click here to fill out this survey. Thank you.

FINANCE INFORMATION

Proposed Fiscal Year 2014 Budget.

2014 Budget Summary

The City Council Will Hold A Special Meeting On February 9, 2013

At 8:00 a.m. To Consider The Proposed Fy 2014 Budget.

2012 Annual Financial Report

2011 Annual Financial Report



A list of the compensation for all employees earning a total compensation in excess of $75,000 pursuant to the
Freedom of Information Act is available HERE.


   
The City of Belvidere is reviewing its Self Evaluation and Transition Plan pursuant to Title II of the
Americans with Disabilities Act.  Interested persons are invited to provide comments relating to the Self Evaluation and Transition Plan
by forwarding the comments in writing to the City of Belvidere c/o the City Attorney 401 Whitney Blvd. Belvidere IL, 61008.
Alternatively, comments may be provided oraly at the same location during regular business hours.  Further, an opportunity to provide comment
will be provided at a future Committee of the Whole meeting.  A copy of the draft Self Evaluation and Transition Plan are available upon request.    

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