FAQs • Rock Island, IL • CivicEngage

How do I address the Council at a Council meeting, or speak on an item on the printed Agenda?: To speak on an item already on the printed Agenda, simply let the mayor, an alderman, or the city clerk know that you are there to speak on a specific item, and you will be called on when that item is being discussed. To speak on a topic not on the printed Agenda, a sign-in sheet is available at the entrance to Council Chambers, where you are asked to write your name, address, and the topic on which you wish to address. You will be called on during the "Other Business" portion of the meeting. You are asked to limit your comments to five minutes.
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1. How do I obtain a copy of my birth certificate, marriage license, death certificate or information regarding property taxes, traffic fines or court dates?: You may contact Rock Island County at (309) 786-4451, located at 1504 Third Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201.

2. Where can I register to vote or obtain an absentee ballot?: You may contact Rock Island County at (309) 786-4451.

3. How can I obtain a copy of a specific ordinance or is there an ordinance regarding...?: Please contact the City Clerk's Office at (309) 732-2010. If the ordinance is in the Municipal Code, it can be accessed in the Government section on this website. Code of Ordinances

4. How do I obtain a copy of a police, fire or inspection report, and how long do I have to wait?: To obtain a copy of a police, fire or inspection report, requests must be made in writing and requests by mail, personal delivery, fax, email or other means are accepted. All requests shall be submitted to the office of the City Clerk, located on First floor, City Hall,1528 Third Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201. It may take up to five business days to obtain the report. Freedom of Information Act

5. How do I address the Council at a Council meeting, or speak on an item on the printed Agenda?: To speak on an item already on the printed Agenda, simply let the mayor, an alderman, or the city clerk know that you are there to speak on a specific item, and you will be called on when that item is being discussed. To speak on a topic not on the printed Agenda, a sign-in sheet is available at the entrance to Council Chambers, where you are asked to write your name, address, and the topic on which you wish to address. You will be called on during the "Other Business" portion of the meeting. You are asked to limit your comments to five minutes.
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