On distance, humanity, and Rock Island's Social Service License Ordinance One thousand feet. Lay the Eiffel Tower on its side and you've got it. 1,083 feet, tip to base. Line up three and a third football fields, end zone to end zone. Stack three Statues of Liberty, base to torch, and start on a fourth. 1000 feet is the distance Rock Island requires between social service providers that serve people experiencing homelessness. If you serve the homeless, you need to be 1000 fee

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Whether tax growth that has been captured for more than two decades finally returns to the schools, local governments, and public services that support daily life—or remains reserved for redevelopment purposes within limited geographic areas. On July 13, the Rock Island City Council takes a first step toward asking Springfield for a 12-year extension of the Parkway/I-280 TIF District — the “Casino TIF.” Before City Council approves the extension, our community deserves a clea

A new US 67 bridge routed onto 11th Street is sold as economic hope for the West End. History, and a wide body of research, suggest it is more likely to deliver harm. The Finalists After more than a year of study, the choice has come down to two. The Illinois and Iowa Departments of Transportation have set aside rehabilitating the aging Centennial Bridge, reconstructing it, or building a twin span — leaving two finalists for the US 67 crossing: Alternative E2, a new bridge ju

The Rock Island City Council has introduced a new Social Services License Ordinance that will reshape how our community responds to homelessness. At first glance, it may look like regulation, but beneath the legal language lies a shift in values that risks undermining the very character of Rock Island. You can read a copy of the ordinance here: Here are five reasons why this ordinance is deeply concerning. 1. Rock Island Will Become the Most Restrictive City in Illinois for

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