City Of Janesville
Recent News About City Of Janesville
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Hedberg Public Library introduces new 211 Kiosk for community resources
Every day, hundreds of people across Wisconsin turn to 211 for information and support on a variety of complex issues such as utility assistance, housing, food, elder care, crisis intervention, alcohol, and more.
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Janesville Senior Center offers advertising opportunities in monthly newsletter
Every month, the Janesville Senior Center publishes a newsletter featuring programs, trips, and special events held at the center and various businesses around town.
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Janesville Fire Department hosts school supply drive on August 2
The Janesville Fire Department will hold a “Fill the Fire Truck” school supply drive on Friday, August 2, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Walmart, located at 3800 Deerfield Drive.
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Mineral Point Avenue resurfacing set for August 1-5
Mineral Point Avenue from Austin Road to Waveland Road will undergo street resurfacing between August 1 and August 5. The work is scheduled for Thursday and Friday, with potential extensions into Saturday and Monday if delayed by rain.
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Hedberg Public Library eliminates late fines starting September 1
The Hedberg Public Library Board of Trustees has approved a motion to eliminate fines on all materials, effective September 1, 2024. The decision was made during a meeting held on Tuesday, July 16.
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Hedberg Public Library hosts back-to-school clothing drive
Cleaning out your closet this summer? Consider donating your gently used or new clothing items for school-aged children through adults to the Hedberg Public Library’s Back-to-School Clothing Drive. Donations may be dropped off at the checkout desk at the library (316 S. Main St.) during regular hours from now until August 22.
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Riverside Golf Course celebrates centennial with community event
On Sunday, July 21, Riverside Golf Course marked its 100th anniversary with a day of golf and a special open house. Attendees participated in various activities, including a bags tournament, putting contest, and live music.
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City of Janesville announces free screening of 'Wonka' at Optimist Park
The City of Janesville Recreation Division invites the community to Optimist Park (4201 Ruger Ave.) for another edition of Movies in the Park. On Friday, August 16, the free program will screen the movie Wonka at dusk, approximately 8:30 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own blankets or lawn chairs. Pre-movie barrel rides will be available in the park starting at 7 p.m., and concessions will be available for purchase.
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Janesville prepares for partisan primary election on August 13
The 2024 Partisan Primary is approaching, with the City of Janesville set to open six polling locations on August 13, 2024. Due to updated maps from the Wisconsin Legislature, an updated ward plan and polling place plan were required. Residents can visit myvote.wi.gov or the City’s website to locate their polling place.
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Road closures scheduled for pavement marking in Janesville
Morse Street (from the Milton Ave Frontage Road to Ryan Road) and Ryan Road (from Morse Street to Deerfield Drive) will experience short-term closures to through traffic on the morning of Wednesday, July 24, while pavement markings are applied to the road surface.
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Janesville reopens Lions Beach after improved water quality tests
The City of Janesville Recreation Division has reopened Lions Beach, located at 1401 Palmer Dr., effective Friday, July 19. This decision follows water quality test results indicating that the facility is now safe for swimming.
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Janesville Senior Center to host luncheon and concert on August 14
On Wednesday, August 14, the Janesville Senior Center will host a luncheon followed by a concert open to the public.
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Summer StoryWalk® features "A Park Connects Us" at Janesville's Robert O. Cook Memorial Arboretum
The City of Janesville Recreation Division, in collaboration with Hedberg Public Library and the School District of Janesville, is presenting “A Park Connects Us” by Sarah Nelson as the Summer StoryWalk® at the Robert O. Cook Memorial Arboretum (3550 W. County Hwy. A).
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Aqua Zumba classes available at Rockport Pool through mid-August
The Janesville Recreation Division is offering Aqua Zumba classes at Rockport Pool every Tuesday and Thursday until August 15. The sessions, which run from 5 p.m. to 5:45 p.m., combine the principles of Zumba with water resistance for a comprehensive workout.
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Janesville closes Lions Beach due to elevated E. coli levels
The City of Janesville Recreation Division has announced the closure of Lions Beach due to elevated bacteria levels detected in recent water quality tests. The beach, located at 1401 Palmer Dr., undergoes weekly water quality sampling, with the State Hygiene Lab in Madison responsible for testing these samples for E. coli bacteria.
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Janesville announces downtown & outgoing main street sweeping for July 18-19
The City of Janesville performs street sweeping several times each year. The fifth cycle of downtown and outgoing main street sweeping is planned to begin early Thursday morning, July 18, and be completed on Friday, July 19. The work is scheduled to start early in the morning on each day when traffic and street parking are minimal. On the first day of the cycle, city crews will sweep downtown streets and parking lots. On the second day of the cycle, city crews will sweep main arterial streets.
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City of Janesville announces curb and gutter repair schedule
The City of Janesville will conduct intermittent curb and gutter replacement on several streets from July 17 to August 31, 2024. The work will proceed in the following approximate order:
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Janesville Water Utility announces first rate hike since 2019
For the first time since 2019, the Janesville Water Utility's general service rates will increase by 4.1 percent, as will the Public Fire Protection and Main Replacement (if applicable).
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Janesville announces weekly storm debris collection after EF-2 tornado
On the evening of Saturday, June 22, an EF-2 tornado touched down on the south side of the City of Janesville. With peak wind gusts of 115 miles per hour, this weather event caused considerable damage to structures and infrastructure in the impacted areas.
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Janesville acquires riverfront land to expand public greenspace
As part of the Janesville Park and Open Space Plan, the City of Janesville has acquired riverfront property at 533 North Main Street. The city plans to utilize the 1.7-acre site to provide river access and extend the Riverwalk corridor between Traxler Park and downtown. The purchase will expand public greenspace and ensure that the Rock River remains accessible for community enjoyment.