Happy Birthday Alderman Paul Lennon! Wishing you a wonderful day filled with joy and a fantastic year ahead. We appreciate you and hope you take some time to celebrate!
Have a Family Game Night
🎲 Nothing beats a little friendly competition! Break out the board games, cards, or video games tonight.
👉 What’s your family’s favorite game to play together? Share your game night traditions or a funny game story!
📣 Your Voice Matters, Pittsfield! 🗣️
The City of Pittsfield and Picture Pittsfield are teaming up to launch a Community Voice Survey — and we need YOU!
We want to hear from every corner of our community. How do you feel about life in Pittsfield? What do you want to see improved? What opportunities should we focus on? This is your chance to speak honestly, and anonymously, about what really matters.
This isn’t just for city leaders — your feedback will directly guide Picture Pittsfield’s future projects and priorities, too. 🛠️🎨🏞️
👉 The survey has 69 questions and takes just a few minutes to complete. We know that’s more than your average survey — but that’s because your insight is incredibly valuable and we want to get the full picture.
📢 Please take a moment to share this post and help us spread the word. The more voices we hear, the better our town can grow — together.
https://www.pittsfieldil.org/forms/pittsfield-community-voice-survey
Let’s shape the future of Pittsfield — one voice at a time. ❤️
#PicturePittsfield #PittsfieldIL #CommunitySurvey #YourVoiceMatters #ShapeOurFuture
International Tea Day
🍵 Whether it’s sweet, iced, hot, or herbal — there’s a tea for everyone.
👉 What’s your favorite kind of tea? Share your go-to flavor or a tea-drinking tip in the comments!
🌿🔍 Something FUN is coming, Pittsfield! 🔍🌿
Mark your calendars for May 27th — we’ve got a one-of-a-kind outdoor scavenger hunt planned just for you! 🌞✨
It’s the perfect excuse to get outside, explore, and maybe even win a prize! 🏆
📅 Keep an eye out for more details soon — you won’t want to miss this one!
👉 Who loves a good scavenger hunt? Drop a 🌳 in the comments if you’re ready for an adventure!
Today, we celebrate Alderman Kevin Ketchum for 11 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
National Rescue Dog Day
🐶💖 Today’s for the pups who found their forever homes (and the ones still waiting).
👉 Do you have a rescue dog? Share their story and photo in the comments — we’d love to meet them!
The City brushyard will not be open today due to the heavy rains last night. The road is flooded. The water should go down by Thursday and it should reopen then.
Visit a Local Park
🌳☀️ Parks are made for picnics, walks, and enjoying nature! Head to one of our local parks and soak it all in.
👉 Which park is your favorite? Tell us why you love it or share a pic from your visit today!
International Museum Day
🏛️ Explore, learn, and be inspired! Visit a museum and soak up some culture, history, or art today.
👉 What’s your favorite museum you’ve visited — near or far? Share your recommendations or photos!
Paint or Color a Picture
🎨 Tap into your creative side today! Whether you’re coloring a page or painting a masterpiece, it’s all about having fun.
👉 Post a photo of your creation or tell us what you’d paint if you could create anything right now!
National Barbecue Day
🔥🍔 It’s grill time, folks! Break out the burgers, hot dogs, and all the fixings for a classic barbecue.
👉 What’s your favorite thing to throw on the grill? Or what’s the side dish you HAVE to have at a BBQ? Tell us in the comments!
🚨 SCAM ALERT for Pittsfield Residents 🚨
Several people in the Pittsfield area are receiving text messages asking them to complete a survey — DO NOT CLICK THE LINK in these messages!
This is a scam targeting our community. The message may look official or urgent, but it’s designed to steal your personal information.
✅ What to do:
• Do NOT click any links in the message
• Do NOT reply
• Block the number if possible
• Report the scam to your mobile carrier or local authorities
Please share this post to help protect friends and family in our area. Stay safe, Pittsfield!
🌳🐾 Fins, Furs, Forests & Fun – Coming to Pittsfield! 🐟🏹
This summer, give your 4th–8th grader the ultimate outdoor adventure with JDub Academy's "Fins, Furs, Forests & Fun" class — happening right here in Pittsfield near Pittsfield Lake! 🌲
🗓️ June 23–27
🕙 10:00–11:50 AM
💲 Only $85 (Scholarships available!)
👩🏫 Taught by Pittsfield’s own Amy Lefringhouse
Your child will:
🦴 Explore wildlife furs & skulls
🎣 Learn to fish and understand water ecosystems
🏹 Try out archery
🌿 Discover the wonders of local nature and wildlife
This hands-on, outdoor class is perfect for young explorers who love learning through adventure! 🌞
📍 Learn more and register here: https://www.jwcc.edu/jdub-academy
💸 Don’t forget — scholarships are available!
Spots are limited and filling fast — sign up today!
#PittsfieldIL #JDubAcademy #OutdoorFun #WildlifeExplorers #JWCC #SummerAdventure
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.
