Rockford Council reviews holiday events, budget items at November 18 meeting

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Rockford Village Council met on November 18 and received several community and administrative updates, including details on upcoming holiday events at Shane’s Park.

Mayor Ron Searight highlighted this Sunday’s Holiday Bazaar and Holiday Event, which will feature one-of-a-kind gifts, homemade crafts, treats, a light parade at sunset, free trolley rides, children’s activities, and photos with Santa. Events begin at noon.

He also announced upcoming closures for the Thanksgiving holiday. The village office will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 27 and 28. Looking ahead to Christmas, the annual Together on Christmas community dinner will be held Friday, December 25, at the Rockford Community Building from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free meal is open to the community.

Council approved payment of bills totaling $25,634.03 and accepted a mayor’s court pay-in of $891. Council also held the second reading of Ordinance 04-25, which appropriates funds for village expenses in 2026.

Mary Beougher reported that picnic table sponsorships for Shane’s Park remain available at $150 each. Through a partnership with Vantage, new picnic tables are being built for the park.

Council also noted that electric rate increases will take effect next month and will remain in place through December 2026.

More updates will be provided as additional information becomes available.