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Posted on: March 17, 2023

Work Begins on New Shared Used Path South of Downtown

Rt159-Plum Street shared use path

The first steps in the creation of a shared use path along Illinois Route 159 south of downtown got underway Friday, March 17. When it’s finished this summer, the 10-foot-wide off-road path will connect Magnolia Street to Madison County Transit&...

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Posted on: March 16, 2023

City's Annual Hydrant Flushing Program Gets Underway

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The City’s 2023 hydrant flushing program will begin on Monday, March 20. As part of the program, the City of Edwardsville’s Water Division will flush water mains and hydrants.   

This annual maintenance work is importa...

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Posted on: March 17, 2023

Featured Firefighter Friday: Meet Firefighter/Paramedic Cole Schrage

Firefighter/paramedic Cole Schrage

It’s Featured Firefighter Friday!

Today we introduce you to Firefighter/Paramedic Cole Schrage.

Schrage, who was appointed in June 2008, is in his 15th year of service with the Edwardsville Fire Department. 

Previously, Schrage served as a...

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Posted on: February 15, 2023

Assistance of City Water Customers Sought as Mandatory Water Meter Upgrades Continue

First phase map of the Water Service Upgrade September 2022

The installation of new water meters is continuing as part of the City’s transition to an upgraded meter system that will provide more efficient monitoring and improved capabilities to quickly identify costly leaks. 

The new meters are b...

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