Go Bird Watching
🐦 Look up — you might be surprised what you’ll spot! From robins to hawks, our feathered neighbors are fascinating to watch.
👉 Have you ever gone bird watching? What’s the coolest bird you’ve seen locally? Share your bird photos or sightings!
📢 Spring Low-Pulse Electrofishing Catfish Survey Results Are In! 🎣
Below is the report from the Spring Low-Pulse Electrofishing Catfish Survey conducted by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).
A huge thank you to IDNR and Blake Ruebush for their continued dedication and for taking such great care of the fish population at our beautiful City Lake. 🐟💙
We’re grateful for the partnership that helps us keep our lake thriving and enjoyable for everyone!
IDNR Fisheries completed the Spring Low-Pulse Electrofishing Catfish Survey on Pittsfield Lake on 5/13/2025. 40 Flathead Catfish ranging from 6.2-42.4” were sampled. The top 5 Flathead Catfish weighed in at 47lbs, 42lbs, 26lbs, 26lbs, and 19lbs. All fish were measured, weighed, tagged, and released. If you catch a tagged fish, please report the tag by calling the phone number on the tag. Harvesting or releasing a tagged fish is your choice. Pittsfield Lake has a two pole and line only restriction, meaning only two poles allowed per angler. Bank poles, trot lines, and jug fishing are not allowed on Pittsfield Lake.
🚶♀️☀️ Get outside, clear your head, and enjoy the fresh air! Walking is good for your mind and your mood.
👉 Where’s your favorite place to take a walk in town? Drop your go-to route or a photo from your walk today!
Attention Local Business Owners!
Join us for a business meeting on May 20th at 5:30 PM to discuss the needs of our local businesses. As I step into this role, I want to hear directly from you about the challenges you face and the support you need to thrive.
This meeting will be an opportunity to share ideas, shape the future of our quarterly meetings, and ensure they are accessible and valuable to as many business owners as possible. Your input is essential in making these gatherings productive and beneficial for everyone.
If you’d like to attend, please RSVP to bemerick@pittsfieldil.org. I look forward to working together to support our business community!
🍽️🥗 Life’s better when you share a meal with a friend! Make time today for lunch and good conversation.
👉 Who would you love to grab lunch with today? Tag them or tell us where you’d go if you could eat anywhere together!
📢 Important Update on Pittsfield's Electric Program
The following is an update about our aggregate based on information given from Good Energy LP.
The City of Pittsfield has renewed its electric aggregation program with Homefield Energy. This program helps protect residents from big changes in electric rates by offering a fixed rate of $0.1194 per kWh from June 2025 to May 2026.
Here’s what you need to know:
✅ The rate is locked in for one year and won’t change.
⚠️ Ameren’s rates are expected to go up starting June 1, 2025, due to higher energy demand and power plant closures.
🔒 This program helps you avoid surprise rate hikes.
📬 You have probably received or will receive a letter in the next few days with the option to opt out of the program if you choose.
If you do not want to use Homefield Energy as a supplier, you have to opt out, even if you have opted out in the past.
To stay in the program: Do nothing – you’ll be enrolled automatically.
To opt out: Return the form, call 833-200-9834, or go to homefieldenergy.com/optout.
💡 You can leave the program anytime with no fees.
For questions, call Good Energy at 844-686-4244.
Please don’t call city offices – they can’t make changes for you.
Tip: Consider waiting until Ameren posts its new rates on June 1, 2025, before deciding.
International Nurses Day
🩺💙 Nurses are real-life superheroes! Today we say thank you to those who care for us, comfort us, and make a difference every single day.
👉 Tag a nurse you know and leave them a message of appreciation in the comments. Let’s make their day a little brighter!
Happy Mother's Day!
🌹💕 Today’s about celebrating the amazing moms, grandmas, and mother figures in our lives.
👉 What’s the best advice your mom ever gave you, or your favorite memory with her? Share it with us below — let’s spread the love!
Today, we celebrate street and alley laborer, Steven Barker for 21 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
🌸 Dig in and make the world a little brighter today! Whether it’s in your yard, a pot on your porch, or a random patch of dirt — flowers spread happiness.
👉 What’s your favorite flower? Drop a 🌻🌹🌷 emoji or a photo of your garden in the comments!
🛍️❤️ Today’s the perfect excuse to support your favorite local spot. Every purchase you make helps our small businesses thrive!
👉 What’s your favorite local business in town? Give them a shoutout in the comments and tell us what makes them special!
🗺️🔍 Adventure is out there! If you’ve never tried geocaching, it’s like a real-life treasure hunt using your phone. There are probably more hidden around town than you think!
👉 Have you ever found a geocache? If so, what was the coolest thing you found? If not — would you try it today?
🚧 Sidewalk Work at King Park 🚧
The city is making improvements to the sidewalk on the southwest side of King Park. Barricades will be up today (5-7-25) and tomorrow (5-8-2025), so please use caution in the area.
🌅 Rise and shine — literally! There’s nothing like starting the day with a beautiful sunrise to remind you of fresh beginnings.
👉 Did you catch the sunrise this morning? Share your sunrise photos or tell us how you start your mornings!
🍎🎉 Today we’re giving a huge shoutout to the incredible teachers who inspire, lead, and make a difference in so many lives.
👉 Tag a teacher you appreciate, or share a story about a teacher who made an impact on you. Let’s fill this post with gratitude!
🚧 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE 🚧
West Crane (from Memorial to Clarksville) will be closed Tuesday, May 6th from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM for tree removal.
Please plan ahead and use alternate routes. Thanks for your understanding! 🌳🛑
🚧 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE 🚧
West Crane (from Memorial to Clarksville) will be closed Tuesday, May 6th from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM for tree removal.
Please plan ahead and use alternate routes. Thanks for your understanding! 🌳🛑
🎉🌮 It’s a fiesta kind of day! Whether you’re enjoying tacos, dancing to music, or learning about the history behind Cinco de Mayo, make time to celebrate today.
👉 What’s your go-to Cinco de Mayo dish or drink? Snap a pic or tell us in the comments!
Today, we celebrate Mayor Gary Mendenhall 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
🌌 May the Fourth be with you! It’s Star Wars Day — a perfect excuse to watch your favorite movie in the series, wear your Star Wars gear, or practice your best lightsaber moves.
👉 Are you Jedi or Sith? What’s your favorite Star Wars character or quote? Drop a gif or meme below!
