City of Rochelle, IL

Road Closures Announced for IRONMAN
The IRONMAN race will be held Sunday, June 14! We received incredible feedback on last year’s event, but we also heard that some residents were not aware of all the road closures and traffic impacts on race day. We want to help everyone plan ahead.
City of Rochelle Announces Zeke Jackson as New City Manager
The City of Rochelle is pleased to announce the selection of Zeke Jackson as Rochelle’s next City Manager. Jackson brings a strong background in local government leadership and public administration, …The post City of Rochelle Announces Zeke Jack
City of Rochelle Announces City Manager Recruitment
City Manager – Rochelle, IllinoisThe City of Rochelle, Illinois, is seeking a proven municipal leader who is trustworthy, approachable, accountable, and open-minded to serve as its next City Manager. This …The post City of Rochelle Announces City
City Manager Fiegenschuh Departs for New Opportunity
Following eight years of dedicated service to the City of Rochelle, City Manager Jeff Fiegenschuh is moving on to manage a new community.  In closed session on Monday night, Fiegenschuh …The post City Manager Fiegenschuh Departs for New Opport
Snow Emergency Canceled
The Snow Emergency, including odd/even parking, is now canceled.
SNOW EMERGENCY
Due to the anticipated weather conditions, we're declaring a Snow Emergency beginning at 9 p.m. on Saturday, December 6.
Former Toyota Group Vice President Steven Sturm Joins MAN Marketing as Executive Auto Advisor
MAN Marketing has appointed former Toyota Motor North America executive Steven Sturm as Executive Auto Advisor. With 35+ years of OEM and retail leadership, including overseeing Toyota’s national brand strategy and launching Lexus, Sturm will help stren
Joaquin Guzman Lopez—Son of “El Chapo” and a Head of Sinaloa Cartel—Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Charges in Chicago
"Joaquin Guzman Lopez’s guilty plea is the latest step in our efforts to bring to justice drug lords and other dangerous criminals," said U.S. Attorney Andrew S. Boutros.
Kooth Expands with Acquisition of Kismet Health
Kooth (AIM: KOO), a global leader in digital mental health and one of the fastest-growing youth mental health providers in the United States, announced its acquisition of Kismet Health, a telehealth platform designed to support developmentally appropriate
Customer Service Center Hours for December 4
Our Customer Service Center will be closed on Thursday, December 4, until 1 p.m.
12-1-2025 City Council Highlights
FREEPORT, IL —Highlights from the December 1, 2025 Freeport City Council meeting include the approval of the City’s 2026-2028 Strategic Plan and the FY2026 Budget. Strategic Vision and Goals The City worked with a consultant to create a Strategic Visi
December 2025 Newsletter
Link to December Newsletter In Freeport News: Re-Fresh Freeport to Continue in 2026 Established PCAT Route in Planning for 2026 Electric Vehicle Chargers Paid For by State Funding Odd/Even Parking in Place during Snowfall     Disclaimer:  Links
Snow Emergency Canceled
The Snow Emergency, including odd/even parking, is now canceled.
SNOW EMERGENCY
Due to the anticipated weather conditions, we're declaring a Snow Emergency beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday, November 29.
2025 Virtual Holiday Dating Summit for Singles Forty Plus & Flirty: “New Season. New Love. New You!”
The 2025 Forty Plus & Flirty Holiday Dating Summit is coming December 5–7, 2025 — a transformational, live-virtual experience crafted especially for singles over 40 who want to end the year with renewed hope, clarity, and confidence in love. With the
Weekly Public Works Update
Here's an update on some of our Public Works projects.
Foreign National Sentenced to Two Years in Prison for Unlawfully Re-Entering United States After Deportation
SANTOS VASQUEZ-ORTIZ was unlawfully present in the U.S. when he was arrested for sexual assault.
Chicago Chiropractor Sentenced to Nearly Six Years in Prison for $2.1 Million Healthcare Fraud
“Defendant was motivated by greed,” said Assistant U.S. Attorney Andréa L. Campbell.
PureLine Now Delivers Advanced Chlorine Dioxide Solutions to Combat H₂S in Oil & Gas Operations
ClO₂ treatment programs help producers reduce corrosion, improve safety, and stabilize production in high-sulfide environments. [PR.com]
City to Launch New Business Advancement Program
In an effort to support the growth of local businesses, the City of Rockford will soon launch the Business Advancement Program, a new economic development initiative designed to support businesses as they advance their operation.