The City of Oregon is committed to ensuring that all homes have access to water during the COVID-19 pandemic. We can guarantee that no home will lose access to water and will suspend scheduled shut offs in March. If your household has difficulty paying the water bill on time, please contact City Hall (815-732-6321) to
City Announcements
3/18: Com Ed Customer Service Notice
Click HERE for public notice regarding operations, billing, and customer service during CORVID-19 health emergency.
3/20/20 Updated List of restaurants open for delivery, pick-up, and carry-out.
List of Bars & Restaraunts 3-20-20 3/21/20 Here is a current list of local restaurants continuing to provide food services. While dine-in is not allowed, restaurants may provide delivery, pick up, call in / carry-out orders, or even order at the counter and carry out. Check the list to see which services are provided by each
Award “Outstanding Illinois Class 3 Wastewater Plant of the Year”
February -Plant of the Year 2019 award
Brush & Yard Waste Schedule for 2020
Brush & Yard Waste Pickup 2020
CENSUS DAY! Help make Oregon Count!
Today, April 1, 2020, Census Day is observed nationwide. By today, most homes should have received an invitation to participate in the 2020 Census. Oregon benefits only by all residents reporting their presence. By doing so, we will benefit from a larger share of state and federal funds provided to towns and cities across Illinois.
Census Timeline for 2020
Timeline for Census 2020 Attached is the Timeline for Census Information When you receive the Census Form and you need assistance filling it out the Rock River Center will be able to help on Tuesday and Thursday. Call 732-3252 for the hours they are available.
City Brush Pick up August 13th, 2020
08/11/2020
Due to the extensive storm damage: The Street Department will be doing a full brush pick up on Thursday August 13th, 2020. Reminder: 1) Brush is branches larger than 1 inch in diameter. 2) Place brush piles parallel to the street as close to the curb as possible but not in the street. 3) Brush
City Council Agenda August 11 2020
City Council Agenda 8-11-20
City Council Agenda September 8, 2020 5:30 PM
City Council Agenda 9-8-2020
City Council Meeting 10-13-2020 at 5:30 PM
10-13-20 Council Agenda
City Hall New Hours
07/08/20
The lobby of City Hall will remain closed until further notice. We will be going to new hours of operation starting 07/13/2020 Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Coffee with Mayor, 1st Friday of month
Conversations with the mayor over a free cup of coffee in a relaxed casual setting. Learn what’s happening in town and share your opinions as well. First Fridays, from 9 – 10 September 7, October 5, November 2, and December 7.
Comcast COVID 19 Press Release
COVID 19 Response Press Release Comcast March 20th 2020Comcast 2 months free March 20, 2020
ComEd Consumer Fraud Information
ComEd-Consumer Fraud All-Purpose Copy July 2019Comed-Consumer Fraud Fact Sheet July 2019
Consideration of CMAAA Lease for Coliseum March 10th 5:30 pm
PUBLIC NOTICE-Public Hearing for CMAAA Lease March 10, 2020
Coronovirus: Health Department Update 3/12/20
Public Health Department Notice : RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING SUSPENSION OF PUBLIC EVENTS NewsRelease_COVID19_3-12-20
Council Agenda August 25th 2020 5:30 pM
Council Agenda
Council meeting dates & holiday for 2020
Council meeting dates 2020 Holidays 2020
ECDC Agenda September 1st 2020 @ 5:00 PM
ECDC Agenda
Economic and Development Committee Agenda for 05-05-20
04/30/20
ECDC Agenda May 2020
Flushing Hydrants starting April 6th, 2020
Flushing Hydrants 2020
Jefferson St. & 5th Street Construction – Tuesday May 12th, 2020
05/08/2020
Per Ogle County Highway Department: Construction on the improvements to 5th St and Jefferson St in the City of Oregon will begin on Tuesday, May 12th. The work will include curb & gutter replacement, sidewalk replacement and pavement resurfacing on Jefferson St from 4th St (IL Route 2) to 6th St, and on 5th St
News Release Outdoor Seating Collaboration
05/27/2020
*Subject to change as we continue to develop plans. City of Oregon News Release 05-27-20
Nicor Energy Assistance
09/15/2020
Nicor has reached out to us and provided the following information on their energy assistance programs. Please share with anyone who may need some help. – Darin DeHaan, City Administrator Nicor Energy Assistance
No Solicitor cards available at City Hall
It’s Solicitor’s time if you don’t want them coming to your house attached is a card you can print out or they are available at City Hall. You can also call City Hall to see if they are registered. Solicitors Door hanger
Northern Illinois Food Bank Mobile Pantry
10/05/2020
Monday October 19th, 2020 10am-11:30am St. Mary’s Church Parking Lot 300 N. 3rd Street, Oregon, IL 61061
Nuclear Plant Closing Economic Impact Information
11/04/2020
Byron Plant Closing Impact: On August 27, 2020 Exelon announced that it intends to retire the Byron Nuclear Plant in September of 2021. The closure of the Byron Plant will have a devastating impact on our County and our Park District as well as local sales tax, housing and many other Economic Impacts. Click image
Odd Even Parking After Snowfall
12/29/2020
Parking On Street After Snowstorm: After a snowfall of one inch or more has accumulated on the public streets the following rules will apply: Vehicles must be parked on the side of the street where the even-numbered building or house would be located between the hours of 7:00 a.m. on that day and 7:00 a.m.
Planning Commission Meeting October 20th 2020 at 5:30 PM
Plan Commission Agenda 10-20-20
Press Release from the Lee/Ogle Executive Leadership Team in refer to Re-opening.
05/07/2020
Press Release – Lee Ogle Counties Phased ReOpening (002)
Public Notice – Purchase of Real Estate
04/02/2020
Below is the public notice for the city’s purchase of real estate as described within the document. Public Notice – Purchase of Real Estate
Public Notice Pines Road Corridor April 21st 5:30 pm
PUBLIC NOTICE-Public Hearing forPines Road Corridor District April 21st, 2020
River front Ordinance
12-2016-oregon-riverfront-zoning-rec-ver2
The City will be Flushing Hydrants
Hydrant Flushing
Trick or Treat Hours October 31st 4p-6p
10/29/2020
Considering the new restrictions please be aware of social distancing and best practices provided by the CDC. Hours: Saturday October 31st, 2020 from 4pm-6pm – The City feels that doing this during mostly daylight hours will help with social distancing. Turn on your porch light if you will be handing out candy. *Do not
Watermain Replacement Project
WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT The City of Oregon has begun construction of new water mains on 10th Street from Jefferson Street to Clay Street, Adams Street from 10th Street to 9th Street, 8th Street from Clay Street to Pines Road, and Madison Street from 8th Street to 7th Street. The project also includes the