City of Janesville
Recent News About City of Janesville
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City coordinates donation efforts following tornado in Janesville
On the evening of Saturday, June 22, a reported tornado touched down on the south side of the City of Janesville. This weather event caused considerable damage to structures and infrastructure. The City has activated its Emergency Operations Center to mobilize additional resources.
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Lombard Avenue closure scheduled for reconstruction
Lombard Avenue from S. Harmony Drive to S. Lexington Drive will close to through traffic on Monday, June 24, and will remain closed for approximately three weeks. A contractor working for the City of Janesville will be reconstructing the pavement as part of the city’s annual street rehabilitation program.
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Janesville invests in new microturbine for wastewater treatment plant
The City of Janesville plans to invest $50,000 into a new 200kW microturbine, replacing the current 200kW microturbine experiencing operational issues. The new microturbine will produce 30-35% of the total energy used at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
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City of Janesville announces Independence Day hours for facilities and services
Most City of Janesville facilities will be closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. This includes:
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City of Janesville issues safety guidelines for fireworks use
Many individuals will use “novelty fireworks devices” this season to celebrate Independence Day with family and friends. The following novelty devices are not considered fireworks in the City of Janesville and are legal to use:
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Lions Beach closed due to elevated E. coli levels
The City of Janesville Recreation Division conducts weekly water quality tests at Lions Beach, located at 1401 Palmer Drive. These samples are analyzed by the State Hygiene Lab in Madison to monitor for E. coli bacteria. The most recent test conducted during the week of June 17 revealed elevated bacteria levels of 1,046 CFU/100 mL in the swimming area. Consequently, the Recreation Division has closed the beach until further testing shows lower bacteria levels.
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City hosts Cullen interns for 21st annual government internship program
On Tuesday, June 11, the City of Janesville hosted local high school students as part of the Tim Cullen Government Internship Program. This year marks the 21st anniversary of the program, which was endowed by former State Senator Tim Cullen to provide students with experience in local and state government.
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Janesville Police offer summer bike safety tips
The Janesville Police Department has issued a series of reminders to ensure safe biking practices during the summer months. With increased bicycle activity due to warmer weather and longer days, the department emphasizes several key safety tips for cyclists.
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City of Janesville wins AWWA's People's Choice Water Taste Test
The American Water Works Association (AWWA) has announced the City of Janesville as the winner of the 2024 People’s Choice Water Taste Test. The competition was held during AWWA’s Annual Conference and Exposition (ACE24) and featured regional winners from water-tasting competitions earlier in the year. The City of Janesville was selected as the winner by over 11,000 conference attendees.
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Music event causes temporary changes in bus routes
Main Street will be closed from East Court Street to St. Lawrence Avenue each Tuesday evening for Music at the Marv, starting at 3:45 p.m. from June 11 through August 27.
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City of Janesville hosts Movies in the Park event
The City of Janesville Recreation Division invites the community to Optimist Park (4201 Ruger Ave.) for another summer of Movies in the Park. This free program will commence on Friday, June 21, with a screening of the animated movie Migration 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 starting at 7 p.m., and concessions will be available for purchase.
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Water quality advisory issued for Lions Beach due to elevated E. coli levels
The City of Janesville Recreation Division is currently monitoring water quality at Lions Beach, located at 1401 Palmer Dr., due to elevated levels of E. coli bacteria. Weekly water samples are collected and tested by the State Hygiene Lab in Madison.
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S. Main Street in Janesville to close for utility improvements
Beginning Friday, June 14, a contractor will replace the water main and perform other utility improvements on S. Main Street. During the construction, S. Main Street from E. Racine Street to Tyler Street will be closed to through traffic. The road is expected to remain closed until mid-August. A signed detour will be provided utilizing West Delevan Drive, South Jackson Street, Rockport Road, South River Street, and Racine Street.
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City of Janesville invites community input for new strategic plan
The City of Janesville is initiating the development of a new Strategic Plan aimed at setting priorities, focusing efforts, and establishing goals to guide policy, program, and process decisions. To facilitate this effort, the City has partnered with BerryDunn, a firm recognized for its innovative strategies.
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Town Square Gran Prix returns as part of annual bike race in Janesville
The City of Janesville will once again partner with the Janesville Velo Club to host the Town Square Gran Prix, presented by Blain’s Farm & Fleet. This event marks the commencement of the 15th Annual Tour of America’s Dairyland Bike Race and is scheduled for Thursday, June 13, 2024, in downtown Janesville.
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Street resurfacing begins June 10 across multiple areas
Street resurfacing will commence on Monday, June 10, and continue through June 19. The work will affect the following streets:
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N. Wright Road closure scheduled for resurfacing from June 10
N. Wright Road from Humes Road/USH 14 to E. Rotamer Road will be closed to through traffic beginning Monday, June 10. Detours will be posted utilizing Humes Road/USH 14, Deerfield Drive, and E. Rotamer Road. A contractor working for the City of Janesville will be resurfacing N. Wright Road from Humes Road/USH 14 to Sandhill Drive as part of the city’s annual street rehabilitation program.
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City of Janesville offers summer swim lessons starting soon
The City of Janesville Recreation Division is set to offer summer swim lessons aimed at helping residents learn and improve their swimming skills. All instructors are certified through the American Red Cross, and classes adhere to Red Cross standards. The City is an Authorized Swim Lesson Provider of the American Red Cross and USA Swimming Foundation.
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Park Place Views features Nick Faust discussing city planning and committee management
Park Place Views, the monthly television series produced by the City of Janesville and JATV Media Services, returns in June with an episode featuring Nick Faust, Assistant to the City Manager.
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Portion of Mineral Point Avenue to close for utility improvements
Beginning Friday, June 7, a contractor will be performing utility improvements and completing the associated restoration on Mineral Point Avenue. During the construction, a portion of Mineral Point Avenue will be closed to through traffic from N. Austin Road to N. Waveland Road. The road is expected to remain closed for approximately four weeks.