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The City of Galesburg Water Division has published a Consumer Confidence Report summarizing the quality of water provided in 2012, including details about where your water comes from, what it contains and how it compares to Federal and States health standards. Copies of this report are available on the city's website, www.ci.galesburg.il.us, or at the customer service counter in City Hall, 55 West Tompkins Street.

Weather permitting, the crew will be testing hydrants on Wednesday, June 19, 2013 in the following areas: south of W. Main; west of S. Academy; north of W. Fourth; east of Ave. C and Dietrich.

Illinois residents have an opportunity to dispose of hazardous waste – the kind that accumulates in the back of cupboards and sheds, in a safe and responsible manner. A free household hazardous waste event will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at the Galesburg High School Parking lot from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine. The event is sponsored by the city of Galesburg and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) and is open to anyone residing in Illinois.

est Central Illinois metal fabricators and OEM manufacturers will have an opportunity to meet with National Railway Equipment’s (NRE) Director of Global Supply Chain Management, Mike Zefara, at a ‘Supply Chain Matchmaking Event’ hosted by the city of Galesburg’s Economic Development team. The June 25 meeting, to be held at Carl Sandburg College, will allow area businesses a close up look at NRE’s supply chain needs for its existing and new products.

The Galesburg Police Department has received a grant from the Illinois Department of Transportation for increased police presence on the roadways during the 4th of July holiday. The public should be aware of the increased police presence and are encouraged to drive safely during the busy holiday. Officers will be on the roadways looking for impaired drivers, seat belt violations or any other danger to traffic safety.

The City Council will take the first step toward the creation of a Business Development District (BDD) at its Monday night meeting. The BDD is being proposed to assist with funding public infrastructure required for the Gale Village Subdivision on North Seminary Street, near the U.S. 34 interchange.

Residents are reminded it is unlawful to allow grass clippings to be projected into the street when mowing. Clippings and other vegetative material can clog storm water drains creating flood conditions during a rain. Violation of this ordinance can result in a fine for each day the violation occurs or continues. Residents are urged to take notice of storm water drains from time to time and clear the curbing of any debris that could prevent the free flow of water.

O.N. Custer Park wading pool located at 1235 E. Losey Street remains closed for repairs after flooding caused damage to pumps. Wading pools at Lincoln Park and H.T. Custer park; and the Kiwanis Park spray park are all open.

Listing of Facility Rental Options.

The city of Galesburg’s Global Strategies Director, Gary Camarano, attended the Illinois Office of Trade and Investment’s (OTI) Illinois Export Advisory Council meeting in Springfield on May 21, 2013. The meeting included State officials and local level Economic Development Stakeholders. Discussions centered on state export goals, and ways the OTI can assist at the local level to help businesses compete in today’s global economy.