City of Janesville
Recent News About City of Janesville
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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.
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Janesville Police Department announces National Night Out on August 6
The Janesville Police Department (JPD) is set to host its annual National Night Out event at Traxler Park, located at 600 N. Main St., on August 6, 2024. This free community event will take place from 5 to 8 p.m.
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Paw Print Park reopens after June tornado damage
The City of Janesville's fenced-in dog park, Paw Print Park, has reopened to the public following damage from a tornado on June 22. Located at 2701 South Oakhill Avenue, the facility is a fee-based dog park within Prairie Knoll Park on Janesville's south side.
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Multicultural storytime returns to Palmer Park wading pool
The City of Janesville Recreation Division, Hedberg Public Library (HPL), and UW-Madison Division of Extension Rock County are collaborating to bring back the Better Together: Multicultural Storytime at the Palmer Park Wading Pool, located at 2400 Palmer Dr.
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City of Janesville hosts free movie night featuring Trolls: Band Together
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, July 19, the free program will screen the animated movie Trolls: Band Together 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 releases annual financial report summarizing city's finances
The City of Janesville has released its Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) for 2023. This 19-page document summarizes financial information from the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, presenting it in a format designed to be accessible and understandable to the public and other interested parties without a background in public finance.
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Hedberg Public Library Director discusses future plans on Park Place Views
Park Place Views, the monthly television series produced by the City of Janesville and JATV Media Services, features Eric Robinson, Director of Hedberg Public Library, in its June episode.
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Lunch & Tunes in the Town Square set to begin July 12
The City of Janesville Recreation Division, in partnership with Art Spark, is set to launch Lunch & Tunes in the Town Square. The event is presented by John Nelson of Exit Realty HGM.
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Janesville Recreation Division hosts summer pop-up play events in local parks
The City of Janesville Recreation Division is set to host Pop-Up Play in Parks this summer. The initiative aims to keep children active by offering free activities, games, and sports equipment across various neighborhoods.
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Janesville opens registration for kids triathlon scheduled for August
The City of Janesville Recreation Division is set to host the Janesville Kids Triathlon on Saturday, August 24. The event, designed for children aged seven to twelve, aims to introduce young participants to multisport racing. The triathlon will feature a 40-meter swim, a two-and-a-half-mile bike ride, and a half-mile run.
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Janesville announces curbside storm debris collection schedule after 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 reopens Lions Beach after confirming safe water quality
The City of Janesville Recreation Division has reopened Lions Beach, located at 1401 Palmer Dr., effective Tuesday, July 2. This decision follows recent water quality test results indicating that the facility is now safe for swimming.
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City welcomes Team Rubicon for tornado relief efforts
The City of Janesville's coordinated volunteer efforts continue to assist residents impacted by last Saturday's EF-2 tornado. As part of this response, the city has welcomed Team Rubicon to the community. This international non-profit organization deploys military veterans and first responders to disaster areas for emergency response and relief. Residents needing assistance can call the City's Emergency Operations Center at (608) 373-6025 to coordinate volunteer response.