City of Pittsfield

Due to the water still covering the brush yard road there will be no brush pickup today and the brush yard will not be open. We will continue to monitor the water level and keep updates posted. Pickup will resume as soon as the water goes down.

We have had to temporarily postpone brush pick up due to the road at the brush yard being flooded by the rains last night. We will resume pickup as soon as the water recedes. We will update if this will affect brush yard hours this week.

June 4 – National Cheese Day 🧀 Calling all cheese lovers — this one’s for you! Celebrate National Cheese Day by indulging in your cheesiest cravings! Whether it’s a grilled cheese, a plate of nachos, or a gooey slice of pizza from your favorite local spot, today is about living that dairy dream. 🍕 Tell us: what’s your favorite cheesy dish, and where in town do you go to get it? Tag them below — let’s show our local eateries some love! #NationalCheeseDay #SayCheese #SupportLocalEats

June 3 – Bicycle Day 🚲 It’s Bicycle Day! Get those tires pumped and hit the streets or trails. Whether you're cruising through your neighborhood, heading to a local shop, or pedaling through the park, riding your bike is a fun and healthy way to explore our town. 🗺️ Have a favorite bike route? Share it in the comments! 📸 Don’t forget to post a pic of your ride — we’d love to see your adventure on two wheels. #BicycleDay #RideLocal #ExploreYourTown

Happy Birthday Wastewater Operator Bill Jenkins! Your hard work and dedication make such a difference, and we’re grateful to have you on the team. Wishing you a fantastic day and a year full of success and happiness!

June 2 – Watch the Sunset 🌅 Let’s slow down and enjoy one of nature’s most beautiful shows — the sunset. Whether you're watching from your backyard, the lake, or a favorite park bench, take a moment to breathe it all in and soak up the peace that comes with it. 📸 We want to see your view! Snap a photo of the sunset tonight and share it in the comments or tag us in your post. Let’s see who can find the best spot in town to watch the sun go down. #SunsetSunday #LocalViews #GoldenHourVibes

🌟 June 1st is Say Something Nice Day! 💬💛 Kind words cost nothing but mean everything! Today’s the perfect excuse to spread a little joy — compliment a neighbor, thank a teacher, or just tell someone you appreciate them. 😊💐 👉 Drop a kind message in the comments and tag someone who deserves a little extra love today! 💌👇 Let’s fill this post with positivity! #SaySomethingNiceDay #CommunityKindness #PittsfieldPositivity

Read a Book 📖 Nothing beats escaping into a good book. Whether it’s a mystery, romance, or non-fiction — today’s your day to read. 👉 What are you currently reading? Or what’s a book you’d recommend to everyone? Share your picks with us!

☕ Good friends + good coffee = a good day. 👉 Who would you love to have coffee with today? Tag them and share your favorite coffee order in the comments!

Today, we celebrate Robert Wilson for 22 years of dedication and hard work! Your commitment and contributions have made a lasting impact, and we are grateful to have you as part of our team. Thank you for all that you do—we look forward to many more years of success together! 🎉👏 #WorkAnniversary #ThankYou

😂🎉 It’s time to get silly, Pittsfield! Today is Tell a Joke Day, and we want to hear your funniest, corniest, and most laugh-out-loud jokes! We’ll start you off with this one: 👉 Why don’t eggs tell jokes? Because they’d crack each other up! 🥚🤣 Now it’s YOUR turn! Drop your best (or worst) joke in the comments — let’s fill this post with laughs today! 😆🎊 📣 Who knows — your joke might just be the one that makes us laugh the hardest!

🎣 Youth Fishing Clinics at King Park Pond! 🐟 We're excited to offer Youth Fishing Clinics starting June 2, 2025, at King Park Pond! These fun and educational classes will be led by fishing instructor Javan Petty. 🎯 Details: • Limit of 20 youth participants per class • Youth can sign up for multiple dates • Fishing poles & bait provided – or bring your own pole! • Parents/caregivers are encouraged to stay and help their young anglers Let’s get those kids outside, learning a lifelong skill and making great memories by the water! Please see flyer for more details. #PittsfieldIL #KingParkPond #YouthFishingClinic #FamilyFun #GetOutside

Have a Picnic 🥪 Pack a basket (or a simple sandwich!) and head outside for a picnic. 👉 Where’s your favorite picnic spot, and what’s your must-have picnic snack? Tell us below!

🌿✨ It’s HUNT TIME, Pittsfield! ✨🌿 Our Outdoor Scavenger Hunt officially starts TODAY — and it’s going to test your creativity and eagle eyes! 👉 Here’s how it works: Head outside and find natural objects that form the shape of each letter in the word PITTSFIELD. A curvy stick for a P, a straight flower stem for an I, two twigs for a T — whatever you can find in nature that LOOKS like each letter! 📸 Take a clear photo of each one, label what letter it represents, and collect all 10 letters. ➡️ Post your photo collection to Facebook and tag our page: [City of Pittsfield Facebook Page] 📅 Deadline is May 31st — and YES, there’s a prize for the winner! 👉 Who's ready to start? Comment “LET’S HUNT!” and drop a pic if you’ve already spotted your first letter! 🕵️‍♀️🍃

Memorial Day 🇺🇸❤️ Today we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 👉 Share a tribute, a photo, or the name of someone you’re remembering today. Let’s fill this space with gratitude.

📢 City Hall Closure Notice 🇺🇸 City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 26th in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen with normal business hours on Tuesday, May 27th. We hope everyone has a safe and wonderful holiday as we honor and remember those who have served. ❤️🤍💙

Watch the Sunset 🌇 Slow down and soak in the beauty of a sunset tonight. It’s a perfect way to reflect and relax. 👉 Share a sunset photo or tell us your favorite place to watch the sun go down!

Today, we celebrate Alderman Chris Little for 4 years of dedication and hard work! Your commitment and contributions have made a lasting impact, and we are grateful to have you as part of our team. Thank you for all that you do—we look forward to many more years of success together! 🎉👏 #WorkAnniversary #ThankYou

Paint a Rock to Hide in Town 🎨🪨 Spread a little color and positivity by painting a rock and hiding it around town for someone to find. 👉 Post a photo of your rock before you hide it — or let us know if you’ve ever found one!

📢 Hey Pittsfield — we’ve got Wi-Fi at the lake! 🎉📶 Jaycee Park at City Lake just got a major upgrade… Wi-Fi is officially up and running! Whether you're hanging out with friends, letting the kids play, or just enjoying a peaceful day by the water — now you can stay connected while you’re there. 💻🌞🌳 Stream your playlist, check your email, or snap and share those lake day pics without missing a beat. Come check it out and enjoy the best of both worlds — nature + connection! #WiFiAtTheLake #JayceePark #PittsfieldIL #SummerVibes #LakeLife