NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Rockford City Council will hold a Special Meeting Monday, May 20, 2019, at or about 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 7 South Monroe Street, to consider the proposed 2019-20 Budget and fees. A copy of the proposed budget and fees are available for public review and inspection during normal business hours in the Office of the City Clerk.
Persons with special needs, as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act, should contact the City Clerk at 866-1537 or the Michigan Relay Center TDD 1-800-649-3777 for accommodations.
Christine Bedford
City Clerk
The 15th Annual Rockford D.A.R.E. Golf Outing on June 27 is approaching and we are looking for teams to play as well as sponsors! Play a game or get your business noticed while supporting a good cause.
Click here for the full brochure.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Rockford City Council will hold a Work Session Meeting Monday, May 6, 2019, at or about 5:30 p.m., in the Conference Room of the Municipal Building, 7 South Monroe Street, to consider the proposed 2019-20 City Budget. A copy of the proposed budget is available for public review and inspection during normal business hours in the Office of the City Clerk.
Christine M. Bedford
Positions open for new Rockford Sustainability Committee (SusCom):
Three of our SusCom members are moving out of Rockford and we need to select replacements for two to three-year terms. If you have interest and/or experience in building a more resilient Rockford in one of these areas - energy, waste, water, land, transportation and community - please fill out the linked application (click here) and return it to City Hall no later than April 30th. We would love to have you join our team!
The Rockford Area Community Endowment fund is having their annual fundraising gala on Friday, May 3rd.
Tickets and sponsorships are currently available. For more details, click to see their press release.
Attached, find the summary of the planning meeting for the Sustainability Committee, including the vision, priorities, and action plans.
The City of Rockford would like to thank Progressive AE for volunteering to assist the SusCom.
Link to the summary
CITY OF ROCKFORD
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
The Rockford City Council will hold a Special Council Meeting Monday, March 4, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, Rockford City Hall at 7 South Monroe Street, in the City of Rockford. The purpose of the meeting is to consider an access agreement, a resolution combining precincts for the school election and discussing goals and objectives.
Posted: 03/01/19 @ 3:00 p.m.
The joint USEPA and MDEQ Wolverine Townhall meeting, which was postponed from the originally scheduled date of January 23, 2019, is now rescheduled for Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at the Rockford High School.
See below for additional details regarding the Townhall meeting:
When: Tuesday, March 26, 2019 Open House: 6:00 – 6:30pm Public Meeting: 6:30 – 8:00pm Questions: 8:00 – 8:30pm
Where: Rockford High School 4100 Kroes Street NE Rockford, MI 49341 Fine Arts Auditorium
Both MDEQ and USEPA staff will be available during the open house from 6:00 – 6:30 pm to talk with community members about their specific concerns.
For more information on MDEQ’s Wolverine House Street investigation visit the Michigan PFAS Action Response Team (MPART) website at www.michigan.gov/belmont. Additional information on USEPA’s investigation can be found at: www.epa.gov/mi/wolverine-world-wide-tannery
A reminder to residents that winter taxes are due tomorrow, Thursday, February 14th. Postmarks are not accepted. Payments must be made in city hall before 5 p.m. tomorrow.
The City of Rockford would like to remind you of some common questions and prevention for frozen pipes.
The Sustainability Committee is accepting applications for a student ex-officio position. If interested, please fill out the linked application and send to the listed email.
Please see the following news release from the DEQ:
EPA and DEQ Wolverine Investigation Townhall Meeting POSTPONED
Due to the federal government shutdown, the joint EPA and DEQ Wolverine Townhall meeting, originally scheduled for January 23, 2019 at the Rockford High School, is postponed until further notice. This meeting will be rescheduled once EPA staff return to work.
For more information on DEQ’s Wolverine House Street investigation visit the Michigan PFAS Action Response Team (MPART) web site at www.michigan.gov/belmont. Additional information on EPA’s investigation can be found at: https://www.epa.gov/mi/wolverine-world-wide-tannery
Dated: December 28, 2018
Draft of Parks and Recreation Five-Year Plan
Rockford City Hall will be closed on December 24 & 25, and again on December 31 & January 1. Payments can still be left in the dropbox next to the front door. Happy holidays!
Rockford city hall will be closed from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, December 14. If you need to leave a payment, it can be placed in the drop box next to the front door.
The Rockford City Council will meet in a work session Monday, December 10, 2018, at 6 p.m., to continue Council orientation and any other items that may arise.
Click to open a PDF of the 2019 Rockford Parks and Recreation Plan
Click to view the update in PDF form
The Rockford City Council will hold a Special Council Meeting on Monday, December 3, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, Rockford City Hall at 7 South Monroe Street, in the City of Rockford. The purpose of the meeting is to consider an ordinance related to the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act and the location of marihuana establishments in the City, among other things.
Posted: 11/27/18 @ 3:15 p.m.
Rockford City Hall will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, October 22, and Friday, October 23. We will reopen on Monday with regular hours. Thank you and have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
The Rockford Downtown Development Authority will hold a Special Meeting Friday, November 16, 2018, at 12:00 p.m. for the purpose of considering two parking lot contracts, among other things.
The Rockford City Council will meet in a work session Tuesday, November 20, 2018, from 1 pm to 5 p.m., to receive Council orientation and any other items that may arise.
Beginning November 15, there is NO PARKING ON ANY STREET within the city limits of Rockford between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. This is to facilitate snow removal. Citations will be issued and the fine begins at $10. Please help us keep our streets clear and safe in the winter weather. If you have any questions, please contact the Rockford Department of Public Safety at 616.866.9557.
Tonight's trick-or-treating hours will be from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. There will be no siren announcing the beginning or end, so please keep an eye on the clock!
The Rockford City Council will hold a Special Council Meeting Tuesday, October 23, 2018, at 4:00 p.m. for the purpose of considering a bid to demolish the home located at 18 S Monroe Street, among other things.
The City of Rockford is seeking members for the new Sustainability Committee (SusCom). The SusCom is an advisory board to enhance and create sustainable practices in our community. If you are a Rockford citizen or own a business in Rockford and have expertise or interest in sustainable communities, please complete the on-line application) by November 15, for consideration. Initial terms of the board vary from one to three years.
The City of Rockford is building a new five-year plan for the city's parks and recreation. We're looking for your input! [Survey has been deleted post-meeting]
The City of Rockford is looking to hire 4-5 more election inspectors for the upcoming November 6, 2018 election! The hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. or can be negotiated. Pay is $9.25/hour, with breakfast and dinner provided! If interested, fill out the linked form and return to Rockford City Hall at 7 South Monroe.
Election inspector application.pdf
The Rockford City Council will meet in a work session Wednesday, August 29, 2018, at 5:30 p.m., for the purpose of discussing short term goals and objectives and any other items that may arise.
The Rockford City Council will meet in a work session Tuesday, August 21, 2018, at 6:00 p.m., for the purpose of discussing sustainability and any other items that may arise.
As with all construction projects, sometimes details can change along the way. In the interest of keeping you in the loop, here’s the most recent round of updates for the work on Prospect St.
-The work on the intersections of Spring/Prospect and Summit/Prospect may extend a week past the original August 17th end date.
-The two intersections will be paved by school traffic beginning on August 27th. School traffic should be unaffected by the construction project.
-The final completion of Prospect is expected to the be third week in September.
-The intersection of Spring and Prospect will be closed from 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. on Wednesday, August 15th, for work on the storm sewers and the water main.
-Nagel Construction will be addressing resident concerns in the near future.
Thank you for your patience. We are in the home stretch with this project, and hopefully you enjoy the brand-new road!
The City of Rockford city offices will be closed for Independence Day. Payments may still be dropped off in the drop box next to the front door.
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet June 27th at 7 p.m. to discuss an accessory building variance request.
Due to a lack of items on the agenda, the planning commission will not be meeting for the month of June.
The revised stormwater manual for adoption is available for review
Rockford Stormwater Standards Manual FOR ADOPTION.pdf
Read the news release here.
Please see the attached news release about foam on the Rogue River. It is recommended that you do not swallow the foam floating on the river. The water itself was previously tested and found to be safe. If you have further questions, please refer to the contacts in the release. Thank you!
RELEASE - Health Advisory FOAM.pdf
The Rockford Planning Commission will hold their May meeting Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.
NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON FIRST AMENDMENT AND RESTATEMENT TO THE BROWNFIELD PLAN OF THE CITY OF ROCKFORD BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR THE 202 NORTH MONROE, LLC REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT
Full notice available here
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Rockford Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on Thursday, May 31, 2018, at or about 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 7 South Monroe Street, Rockford, Michigan, to solicit input, verbal or in writing, on a proposed amendment to the Planned Unit Development (PUD) Plan for Herman’s Boy, located at 220 Northland Drive.
A copy of the proposed amendment may be reviewed in the office of the City Clerk during normal business hours.
Persons with special needs, as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act, should contact the City Clerk at 866-1537 or the Michigan Relay Center TDD 1-800-649-3777.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Rockford City Council will hold a public hearing to receive public comment, written or oral on the proposed Storm Water Ordinance. A copy of the proposed Storm Water Ordinance is available for review at City Hall and can also be viewed online at the City's website.
The public hearing will be held Monday, May 14, 2018, at or about 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 7 South Monroe Street, Rockford, Michigan.
Persons with special needs, as defined in the Americans with Disability Act, should contact the City Clerk at 866-1537 or the Michigan Relay Center TDD 1-800-649-3777.
Our yard waste program has started once more as spring arrives! We are happy to collect and dispose of yard waste for our citizens. However, please check the attached brochure to make sure that you're doing everything correctly for us to pick up your bags.
Also attached is a map showing what day we will be through your section of the city to do pickups. Thank you!
YardWasteBroch.pdf
YardWaste_Collection.pdf
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Rockford City Council will hold a Special Meeting Monday, May 21, 2018, at or about 6:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 7 South Monroe Street, to consider the proposed 2018-19 Budget and fees, and other business. A copy of the proposed budget and fees are available for public review and inspection during normal business hours in the Office of the City Clerk.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Rockford City Council has scheduled a Public Hearing for Monday, May 14, 2017, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 7 S. Monroe Street, Rockford, MI 49341, for the purpose of discussing adoption of the 2018-19 Budget and millage rate. The proposed millage rate is 12.9 mils. Council will also adopt the 2018-19 water and sewer rates. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection during normal business hours in the Office of the City Clerk.
THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING.
Public comments, either oral or written, are welcome at the Public Hearing. Handicapped persons needing assistance or aid should contact the Office of the City Clerk during regular working hours forty-eight hours prior to the meeting.
For viewing, a copy of the proposed Storm Water Ordinance.
DRAFT Stormwater Standards DEC2016.pdf
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Rockford City Council will hold a Work Session Meeting Monday, May 7, 2017, at or about 6:00 p.m., in the Conference Room of the Municipal Building, 7 South Monroe Street, to consider the proposed 2018-19 City Budget. A copy of the proposed budget is available for public review and inspection during normal business hours in the Office of the City Clerk.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Rockford Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive public comment, written or oral on the proposed Storm Water Ordinance. A copy of the proposed Storm Water Ordinance is available for review at City Hall
The public hearing will be held Thursday, April 26, 2018, at or about 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 7 South Monroe Street, Rockford, Michigan.
Corner Bar construction will close the section of Courtland from Main Street to the post office to traffic. This will begin on Friday, March 30th, and is projected to last until May 4th. A map showing the alternate route to be followed during this time is attached.
For more details, contact Orion Construction at 616-970-081
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Rockford Planning Commission
will hold a work session Thursday, March 15, 2018, at 6:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 7 South Monroe Street, Rockford, Michigan, to discuss the proposed Storm Water Ordinance.
The 2017 Public Safety Report can now be viewed
Have you built a scarecrow at Rockford's annual "Make It and Take It" Scarecrow event in September? For 20 years our community has enjoyed the fun family event that allows everyone to make a scarecrow of their very own.
The Rockford Area Historical Social would like your help for this year's event awareness. If you have videos or photographs of your scarecrow building adventures, they could end up on TV!
If you have video, contact Kris DeYoung at kdeyoung@rockfordschools.org for instructions on how to submit. If you have pictures, send them in .jpg file format to Al Pratt at rockfordahs@yahoo.com
The State of Michigan has published a website intended to give citizens more information and answers to frequently asked questions about PFAS. You can find it here.
The server for city hall email will be down for some time in the afternoon on January 19th. Employees will not be able to access city email during this time. The server is projected to go down at 3:45 and be down for an hour. If there is an urgent matter, please call city hall instead during the downtime.
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For questions please contact HouseStreet@wwwinc.com
NOTICE OF A WORK SESSION
The Rockford City Council will meet in a Work Session in the Council Chambers of Rockford City Hall, 7 S Monroe Street, Rockford, MI 49341, Monday, October 16, 2017, at 5:00 p.m., for the purpose of receiving department head presentations. As a Work Session meeting, there will be no items for consideration.
Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) FAQ Laboratory Report
NEWS RELEASE September 20, 2017 CITY OF ROCKFORD CONDUCTS WATER STUDY FOR PFOS
In response to recent information provided by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) that some of the water supplies in the Belmont area showed increased levels of Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (PFOS), the City of Rockford sent water samples for testing last week. Eurofins Eaton Laboratories of South Bend, Indiana - verified that the City of Rockford’s water supply contained no PFOS in the sample tested. City Manager Thad Beard said the results of the tests were expected. “Our well heads that supply water to the city are located in Cannon Township, well away from the wells that were in question in Belmont”, Beard reported. The City will continue to monitor its water supply as the MDEQ further investigates the sources of the PFOS in the Plainfield Township wells. A copy of the Laboratory Report which was conducted on all Method 357 compounds is available for review at City Hall.
CORNER BAR FIRE UPDATE September 15, 2017
City Manager Thad Beard has issued this update on the status of the rebuilding of the Corner Bar.
City officials met with the owners of the Corner Bar and Orion Construction to inspect the bracing of the remaining structure and to determine if the building was stable enough to allow the re-opening of N. Main and Courtland Streets to traffic. A decision has made to re-open Courtland west of N. Main and to re-open the northbound lane only on N. Main Street. Heavy cement barricades and steel trash dumpsters have been placed in the southbound lanes of N. Main to act as a shield in the unlikely event that the building would collapse during demolition. This shield will cause the southbound land e to remain closed for several weeks.
The next phase of reconstruction of the Corner Bar involves the demolition of the damaged building and removal of all of the debris. This will likely be several weeks from now. A demolition plan is still being developed by Orion Construction for approval by the City of Rockford.
The City of Rockford continues to meet with the stakeholders of this project on a daily basis. We appreciate the patience and understanding of the community.
We are looking forward to opening the roads and restoring traffic to the businesses on Courtland and Quires that have been affected by the road closures.
There will be lane closures on 10 MILE RD BETWEEN US-131 AND ROGUE RIVER BRIDGE for curb replacement and paving.
CORNER BAR FIRE UPDATE
August 30, 2017
The City of Rockford has issued this update on the status of the rebuilding of the Corner Bar. Owners of the Corner Bar had anticipated that work would begin this week, bracing the walls to prevent the building from collapsing. The construction company hired by the owners had a contractor ready to begin work when the Corner Bar’s insurance company informed the owners that additional bids were required for the bracing before a contractor could be selected. This requirement has delayed any work for at least several days. The owners of the Corner Bar remain optimistic that work on bracing the building will begin next week. As soon as the building is braced and cleared by our city engineers, we will reopen as much of N. Main and Courtland streets as possible.
The city has installed detour signs at the entrances to rear alleys behind the buildings on N. Main and Courtland to encourage traffic to flow back to Squire Street. The businesses on Squires Street are open and easily assessable if the detour routes are followed.
The City of Rockford is doing everything possible to ensure that the work begins soon. We appreciate the patience and understanding of the community as the complex plan of rebuilding the Corner Bar is being developed.
NEWS RELEASE
August 25, 2017 CORNER BAR FIRE UPDATE
The City of Rockford has been in daily contact with the owners of the Corner Bar and their insurance company, monitoring the progress of plans to rebuild the historic structure and to reopen the intersection of N. Main Street and Courtland in the downtown business district.
Closing of the intersection since August 15, 2017 was necessary because the building left standing is very unstable. Every precaution was taken to ensure the safety of nearby businesses and pedestrians. Alternate routes around the closed intersection have been open since the day of the fire.
As of this writing, all fire investigations are complete. The owner of the Corner Bar has been in discussions with a contractor to first brace the existing building, then to rebuild the building in the very near future. The contractor believes that work will begin early next week to brace the building. Once that portion of the project is complete and city engineers inspect the work, the streets will be at least partially open while additional demolition occurs.
The City of Rockford wants everyone to know that progress is being made every day, and everyone involved wishes to thank the businesses and residents of Rockford for their patience.
NEWS RELEASE August 2, 2017 NEW CITY MANAGER TO START IN SEPTEMBER
The Rockford City Council unanimously approved a contract between the city and Thad Beard at a special city council meeting held on August 2nd. As part of the agreement, Beard will assume the duties of city manager on September 8, 2017. Beard was one of five finalists selected from a field of 31 applicants for the open manager position. His selection took place in July after a day of public interviews. Chief Dave Jones will continue to serve as interim city manager until Beard’s start date.
CITY OF ROCKFORD NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
The Rockford City Council will hold a Special Council Meeting Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. for the purpose of selecting a City Manager and entering into an employment agreement with the individual selected.
Christine Bedford City Clerk
NEWS RELEASE July 20, 2017 CITY OF ROCKFORD SELECTS NEW CITY MANAGER
The Rockford City Council has selected Thad M. Beard to be its next city manager. Beard was one of five candidates selected from a field of 31 applicants for the open manager position. Interviews were conducted at a public hearing Wednesday July 19, 2017. After a robust discussion about the qualities of each of the five candidates, Beard was unanimously approved by the city council. The approval was followed by a motion to offer Beard a conditional offer of employment and to instruct the city labor attorney to begin contract discussions. Thad Beard is currently the city manager in Otsego, Michigan a position he has held for seventeen years. Prior to that Beard was the assistant city manager for the city of Wayland, Michigan. Beard lives in Otsego with his wife Tracy. They have two adult children. No time has been set for Beard to take over the city manager duties; it is expected to take several weeks to make the transition.
NOTICE OF A SPECIAL MEETING
The Rockford City Council will hold a special meeting in the Council Chambers of Rockford City Hall, 7 S Monroe Street, Rockford, MI 49341, Wednesday, July 19, 2017, at 8:30 a.m., for the purpose of interviewing candidates for the City Manager position and possibly making a conditional offer.
CITY OF ROCKFORD NOTICE OF A WORK SESSION
The Rockford City Council will meet in a work session in the Council Chambers of Rockford City Hall, 7 S Monroe Street, Rockford, MI 49341, Tuesday, July 18, 2017, at 5:00 p.m., for the purpose of holding a Meet the Candidates Open House with the community.
There will be replacement of some curb and gutter and sidewalk ramps. Followed by removal of asphalt and re-paving.
Northland Court Highland View Oak Street Gaylord Gaylord Court Gay Court
City Manager Open House
NEWS RELEASE July 10, 2017 MAYOR ANNOUNCES CANDIDATES FOR CITY MANAGER
Rockford Mayor Steve Jazwiec has announced the names of five candidates chosen to be interviewed for the vacant city manager position in Rockford. The announcement made at the July city council meeting also set the dates and times for the public to meet the candidates and the time that the interviews will take place. The candidates selected are:
Elizabeth Ladner, currently the city manager for the city of South Lyon in Oakland County, Michigan.
Adam Poll, currently the planning and development director for the city of Alpena in Alpena County, Michigan.
Jonathan Seyferth, currently the assistant city manager for the city of Coopersville in Ottawa County, Michigan.
Thad Beard, currently the city manager for the city of Otsego in Allegan County, Michigan.
Jon Schneider, currently the city manager for the city of Newaygo in Newaygo County, Michigan.
The five candidates were chosen at a special closed session meeting held on July 5, 2017. There were thirty one people who originally applied for the vacant position. A Michigan Municipal League consultant hired by the city presented nine pre-screened candidates to the city council at the closed session meeting.
A meet and greet of the five candidates has been scheduled for July 18, 2017. The public will be able to attend the event at the city hall from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm. It is expected that the candidates will make a brief introduction of themselves at that time.
The interviews will occur on July 19, 2017 beginning at 9:00 am. The interviews will take place at the city hall, and the public is welcome to attend. The selection of the new city manager will be decided at the conclusion of the interviews.
For anyone interested in reviewing the resumes’ of the five candidates, the resumes’ will be available for viewing only at the city hall weekdays from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm, until the day of the interviews.
Click read more for an update on the search for a City Manager
The Rockford City Council will go into closed session Wednesday, July 5, 2017, at approximately 5:00 p.m., for the purpose of reviewing and considering contents of applications for employment for the City Manager position.
The Accreditation Program Manager for the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police is Ret. Chief Neal Rossow. “The assessment team is composed of law enforcement practitioners from similar Michigan law enforcement agencies. The assessors will review written materials, interview agency members, and visit offices and other places where compliance with the standards can be observed. Once the assessors complete their review of the agency, they will report to the full Commission, which will then decide if the agency is to be granted accredited status”, Neal Rossow stated.
Accreditation is valid for a three-year period during which time the agency must submit annual reports attesting to their continued compliance with those standards under which it was initially accredited. The MACP, through its Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission, is the legitimate authority and accreditation agency in the state of Michigan. For more information regarding the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission, please write the Commission at: MACP, Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission at 3474 Alaiedon Pkwy, Suite 600, Okemos, MI 48864 or email at nrossow@michiganpolicechiefs.org. ##### Media Contact Chief Jones (616) 866-9557
2017-2018 Budget Presentation Christine Bedford, City Clerk
The City of Rockford is seeking a new City Manager. Its location couldn’t be better. In the midst of the fastest growing, most economically vibrant region in the state, Rockford, Michigan, sits on the banks of the Rogue River 30 minutes from the incomparable shoreline of Lake Michigan or 15 minutes from the lights and energy of Grand Rapids. Additional information at http://www.mml.org/classifieds/results2.php?id=8311.
Persons with special needs, as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act, should contact the City Clerk at 866-1537 or the Michigan Relay Center TDD 1-800-649-3777 for accommodations. Christine M. Bedford, City Clerk
You may notice Water Department crews working at fire hydrants and see water running down the street. Your first thought may be that we are ignoring our own philosophy of conserving water. Normally in the spring, we flush water lines through the use of fire hydrants, which is an important preventive maintenance activity. Although it may appear to waste water, the process is part of a routine maintenance program necessary to maintain the integrity of the water system allowing us to continue to deliver the highest quality water possible to our customers.
As a result of the line flushing process, residents in the immediate vicinity of the work may experience temporary discoloration of their water. This discoloration consists primarily of harmless silt and air and does not affect the safety of the water. If you experience discoloration in your water after crews have been flushing in your neighborhood, clear the pipes in your home by running all water faucets for a few minutes. The same philosophy of water line preventive maintenance is one that you should use in your own home to ensure the quality of water inside your home. Your home’s water heater should be drained and flushed on a regular basis, according to manufacturers’ recommendations, to keep it working effectively and efficiently.
A: The city’s water distribution system is a complex network of pipes and storage reservoirs where sediment or deposits may naturally accumulate over time. If not removed, these materials may cause water quality deterioration, taste and odor problems, or discoloration of the water. Water may also stagnate in lesser used parts of the distribution system. This can result in degraded water quality.
If the tap water is used during flushing, it could come out full of sediment and discoloration. If you encounter discolored water, shut the water off and wait several minutes. After waiting, check the clarity by running cold water for a few minutes allowing new water to work its way into your pipes. If not, wait a few more minutes and check again. In some cases, you may experience slight discoloration for a few hours. This discoloration only affects the appearance of the water; it does not affect the taste or water quality.
Why does the water look funny after hydrant flushing? When a hydrant is opened, there will always be temporary incidences of discolored water containing fine sediment particles. There is no health hazard associated with discolored water. Allow a few hours for discoloration to dissipate. To verify the water has settled, allow your cold water tap to run a few minutes. If the discoloration persists for more than twenty-four (24) hours, please contact The City of Rockford at (616) 866-1537
For the past two years studies have been conducted of the city water and sewer pipes along with the major and local streets. A 10 year plan to address the aging infrastructure was presented to the city council at three different work sessions earlier this year. City staff has recommended a plan that blends annual funding along with long term bonding to accomplish the goals of the 10 year plan. In order to fund the plan an increase in the current property tax millage is anticipated. The current 10.9 mills levied on city property owners are expected to rise to 12.9 mills. Because of the rise in the millage rate an additional public hearing will take place on May 22, 2017 at 7:00 pm when a more detailed explanation of the 2017/2018 budget will occur. City staff has responded to the infrastructure studies completed with a conservative approach for the funding. It is within the statutory authority provided by the City Charter for the City Council to set the property tax rate necessary to fund the budget each year.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Rockford City Council will hold a Work Session Wednesday, April 12, 2017, at or about 5:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 7 South Monroe Street, to review a draft of the proposed street funds, general fund and capital improvement fund for the 2017-18 City Budget. A copy of the proposed funds is available for public review and inspection during normal business hours in the Office of the City Clerk.
Christine M. Bedford, City Clerk
There will be no Planning Commission meeting this Thursday, March 3, 2017. Thank you.
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The Rockford City Council will hold a special meeting in the Council Chambers of Rockford City Hall, 7 S Monroe Street, Rockford, MI 49341, Monday, February 20, 2017, at 5:00 p.m., for the purpose of setting a public hearing for the Tamarack Run PUD Application. Christine Bedford City Clerk Read more >>
The Planning Commission will hold a Special meeting Thursday, February 16, 2017 at 7:00 p.m., for the Planned Unit Development (PUD) Application by 202 North Monroe, LLC and related rezoning for property located at 184, 200, 202 and 220 N. Monroe Street. Read more >>
The Rockford City Council will meet in a work session in the Council Chambers of Rockford City Hall, 7 South Monroe Street, Rockford, MI 49341, Monday, January 30, 2017, at 5:00 p.m., for the purpose of discussing the process of hiring a City Manager. Christine Bedford City Clerk Read more >>
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