Dixon Detective Sergeant Steve Howell named Dixon Police Chief
Press Release November 9, 2017 “Dixon Detective Sergeant Steve Howell named Dixon Police Chief” Dixon Police Department Detective Sergeant Steven C. Howell, Jr. has been appointed…
Police Chief Selection Process
Press Release November 2, 2017 “Advisory Committee Selected for Police Chief Hiring Process” An advisory committee of city leaders, distinguished police chiefs, and other key stakeholders has been created to assist the City Council and City Manager Danny Langloss in…
2017 Halloween Trick-or-Treat Information
The Dixon Police Department announces the Trick-or-Treat times for children this Halloween Season will be on Tuesday, October 31st from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Department will have additional personnel working throughout the evening to assist and monitor the…
Trick-Or-Treat Times Announced
The Dixon Police Department announces the Trick-or-Treat times for children this Halloween Season will be on Tuesday, October 31st from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Department will have additional personnel working throughout the evening to assist and monitor the…
Hydrant Repair 09-14-2017
The Water Department has repaired a leaky hydrant on Lincoln Way. The crew excavated the area around the hydrant. The crew then set-up a pump to remove water from around the hydrant. …
Tootsie Roll Drive Weekend, September 15, 2017
The Knights of Columbus will participate in a Tootsie Roll Drive Friday, September 15, 2017 and Saturday, September 16, 2017. The proceeds from this fundraiser fund programs for the mentally handicapped. The Knights of the Columbus will be visible throughout…
IL Rte 2 Lane Closure Sept 5 – Sept 15, 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SEPTEMBER 1, 2017 Dixon, IL – The Illinois Department of Transportation announces today that weather permitting, a lane closure will be installed in Lee County on IL 2 from Palmyra Road to 4th Avenue in Dixon. One…
Electricity Service Scam August 2017
There is a new electricity scam that is becoming more frequent. It was quite sophisticated, coupled with a sense of urgency. A client’s facility manager received a phone call from someone saying they were from ComEd. They were informed that…
Request for Qualifications: Engineering and Environmental Services
The City of Dixon invites interested parties to submit Statements of Qualification (SOQ) to provide environmental and engineering consulting services to the City in support of their Brownfields program. Dixon is looking for firms with documented experience writing grant applications…
Request for Proposal: Farm Lease Bid, August 2017
The City of Dixon’s Municipal Airport is seeking a farmer to lease three tracts of land located near the Dixon Municipal Airport. Please see the documents below for more information. All bids are to be received by 10:00AM on Friday,…
LOCATED! Seeking Assistance: Police Looking for Steven Mclain
**LOCATED** The Dixon Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Steven T. Mclain. Mclain is wanted on felony theft charges and criminal damage to property. If you have any information on Mclain’s whereabouts please contact the Dixon Police…
Firefighter-Paramedic Testing
The City of Dixon is now scheduling testing for Entry-Level Firefighter-Paramedics. The Application deadline is Tuesday, September, 5, 2017 at 4PM. To apply: Please Visit: recruitment.iosolutions.org Click On: Job Applications Fire…
IDOT Road Maintenance Summer/Fall 2017
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced that it has started the process of painting centerline and edgeline markings on state maintained roads throughout District 2. Roadway maintenance will take place starting May 15, 2017 through late fall 2017.
ComEd Notification of Tree Trimming in the City of Dixon
ComEd intends to perform vegetation management activities on distribution circuits in Dixon during the time period of June/July, 2017. The vegetation management activities are a key component of ComEd’s maintenance program to ensure system electrical reliability, as vegetation contact with…
Request for Proposal: Refuse Collection Due July 5, 2017
The City of Dixon invites eligible bidders to submit proposals for the Collection and Disposal of Residential Solid Waste, Recyclable Materials and Yard Waste Collection and Disposal. Proposals will be received at the office of the City Clerk of the City until 10:30…
Distracted Driving Awareness Week
In support of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police (ILACP) asked the Governor of the State of Illinois to declare April 24th through 28th as Illinois Distracted Driving Awareness Week in an effort to…
Addendum: Request for Bid: Cleaning Services
UPDATE to the Request to Bid for Cleaning Services. An addendum has been released to address the Lower Level of the Public Safety Building. The addendum is linked below. Request for Bid: Addendum: Cleaning Services…
Request for Bid: Cleaning Services Due May 1, 2017
The City of Dixon is soliciting bids for a one (1) year contract for cleaning services for two City buildings. Vendors are required to submit written bids that present the vendor’s qualifications and understanding of the work to be performed.
Junior Achievement Day Proclamation April 6, 2017
On April 3, 2017, the city council proclaimed April 6, 2017 Junior Achievement Day in the City of Dixon. Junior Achievement Day recognizes Junior Achievement of the Heartland’s mission to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a domestic…
ComEd Smart Meter Installation
ComEd will be upgrading the existing meter at your building or business with a new smart meter within the next 45 days. For additional information, visit ComEd.com/SmartMeter or call (866) 368-8326. ComEd Notification Smart Meter…
Tentative FY 18 Budget – On File
The City of Dixon council placed a tentative FY18 budget on file at the March 20, 2016 Council Meeting. The tentative budget may be viewed by clicking on the button below. IA paper copy is available at City Hall to…
Viaduct Point: Riverfront Redevelopment Project
The City of Dixon has partnered with Lee County Industrial Development Association (LCIDA) on a Riverfront Redevelopment Project called Viaduct Point that will expand the downtown district. On March 15, 2017, Mayor Liandro Arellano sent out the following press release: …
Police Remind Citizens to Keep Vehicle Doors Locked
The Dixon Police Department is currently investigating multiple complaints of Burglary to Motor Vehicles in the Dixon area. Reports from concerned citizens in regards to suspicious individuals entering vehicles have been made, and items of value have been reported stolen. …
Tax Scam Information
The Dixon Police Department has recently received several telephone calls regarding Tax Scams. The criminals making these telephone calls are claiming to be employees of the IRS, but are not. These criminals can sound convincing when they contact you. They…
Public Meeting for Fargo Creek Study February 16, 2017
February 9, 2017 PUBLIC MEETING: FARGO CREEK STUDY The City of Dixon would like to invite you to a Progress Public Meeting for the Fargo Creek Study. This meeting is to review findings and alternative improvement solutions to reduce flooding. …
Republic Services Holiday Schedule
Republic Services will not be picking up trash on Monday, December 26, 2016 or Monday, January 2, 2017. Residential, Business, and Industrial Service will run one day late. The schedule will return to normal pickup starting on Monday, January 9,…
Request for Bid: Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
The City of Dixon Fire Department is requesting bids for the purchase of 24 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) units. Please review the bid packet for more information. Sealed bids are due on Thursday, January 5, 2017 at 2:00PM. Please…
Farm Lease Invitation For Bids: Due December 9, 2016
The City of Dixon’s Municipal Airport is seeking a farmer to lease the land around the airport. Bids are due on Friday, December 9, 2016 by 10:00 AM CST to the following address: Dixon City Hall ATTN: City Clerk 121…
Fargo Creek Kick-Off Public Meeting November 22, 2016
The Fargo Creek kick-off public meeting is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 22, 2016, at the Loveland Community House, 513 W. 2nd St., Dixon, IL 61021. This meeting is to go over scope of the project, schedule, and gather information from…
Notice of Proposed Property Tax Levy for the City of Dixon
A public hearing to approve a proposed property tax levy increase for the City of Dixon for 2016 will be held on November 21, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. at Dixon City Hall. Any persons desiring to appear at…