Get The Latest News!

Don't miss our top stories and need-to-know news everyday in your inbox.

ALTON - A low bid for the Rock Springs Drive drainage project was approved at Monday night’s Alton Committee of the Whole meeting at City Hall. The approval should result in a solution for an erosion problem in that area, Alton Mayor David Goins said.

“It is an erosion problem from rain and they are going to redo the whole area,” Mayor Goins said. “There will be a new guard rail a brand new sidewalk and erosion mitigation done.

"It is going to be great for our children to keep them safe in their walks to and from school and for other adults who walk in the area. This will enable our children to walk on the sidewalk instead of the side of the street when there is mud on the sidewalk. This will keep them safe from traffic on the road.”

Article continues after sponsor message

Mayor Goins said the Rock Springs Drive improvement project is “long overdue” and also said the park is one of the crown jewels of the city.

“Rock Springs Park has always been a beautiful park,” he said.

A resolution for a motion to block State Street for the annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration was also approved along with alcohol sales for Marquette events and the ability to take bids for the sale of different properties.

The Alton City Council Committee Of The Whole Meeting went in quick fashion in an in-person meeting Monday night at City Hall.

The Alton City Council meets at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.

The City Council meeting will be live on Riverbender.com. Click here to watch the meeting live: http://www.riverbender.com/video/live/details.cfm?id=1271

More like this:

Feb 12, 2024 - Alton Police To Receive $200,000 In ARPA Funds For “Homeless Services”

Jan 11, 2024 - Alton Approves Liquor License For “The Bells And Whistles On Belle Street,” Other Items

2 days ago - Public Hearing Set: Rezoning Requested For Several Alton Properties

Mar 6, 2024 - Alton City Hall Announces Second DMV Collaboration with Secretary of State's Office

Mar 15, 2024 - Survivors, Community Members Speak Out For Victims Of Abuse