Community Events - Alton, Illinois

CITY OF ALTON, ILLINOIS

ALTON CITY HALL

101 E 3rd Street

Alton, IL 62002

618-463-3500

Administration Hours: M-F, 8-4:30

	2025 EVENTS
	SEPTEMBER
SEPTEMBER 10	City Council Meeting at City Hall (101 E 3rd Street) at 6:30PM.
SEPTEMBER 24	City Council Meeting at City Hall (101 E 3rd Street) at 6:30PM.
	OCTOBER
OCTOBER 8	City Council Meeting at City Hall (101 E 3rd Street) at 6:30PM.
OCTOBER 14	City Hall will be closed for Columbus Day.
	COMMUNITY INFORMATION
ALTON CITY GOVERNMENT	Mayor David A. Goins - 618-463-3500 The City of Alton operates under a Mayor-Council form of government. The City Council meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 6:30 PM at City Hall. The Mayor serves as Chairman of the City Council. City website: www.cityofaltonil.gov
ALTON POLICE DEPARTMENT	Chief Jarrett Ford - 618-463-3505 ext. 621 For emergencies call 911. For non-emergency police reports or to speak with an officer: 618-463-3505 Crime tip line: 618-465-5948
AMEREN ILLINOIS	To report power outages, call 1-800-755-5000 or visit their website at www.ameren.com to report outages online.
MADISON COUNTY TRANSIT	Public transportation services in the Metro East area. For routes and schedules, visit www.mctd.org or call 618-797-4600.
NOTARY SERVICE	Notary services are available at City Hall. Please call ahead at 618-463-3500 to confirm availability during regular business hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
CITY SERVICES	The City of Alton provides various municipal services to residents and visitors. City Hall is located at 101 E 3rd Street and serves as the administrative center for city operations. The City operates under the leadership of Mayor David A. Goins and the City Council, which consists of eight alderpersons representing different wards throughout the city. Major city departments include: Police Department Public Works Fire Department (Emergency Services) City Clerk's Office Building & Zoning
WASTE MANAGEMENT	Residential waste collection and recycling services are provided through the city's contracted waste management service. For information about collection schedules, bulk item pickup, or recycling programs, contact City Hall at 618-463-3500. Residents should place trash containers at curbside by 6:00 AM on collection day. Containers should be removed from the curb by end of day. For large item disposal or hazardous waste, contact the city for special pickup arrangements or information about disposal facilities.
WATER & SEWER	For water and sewer service issues, billing questions, or to report water main breaks, contact the Water Department through City Hall at 618-463-3500 during regular business hours.
PUBLIC SAFETY	ALTON POLICE DEPARTMENT provides law enforcement services throughout the city. For emergencies call 911. For non-emergency situations, call 618-463-3505. The department offers community programs and works closely with neighborhood watch groups. FIRE AND EMS - CALL 911. Emergency fire and medical services are provided by local fire departments serving the Alton area.
PUBLIC WORKS	For street maintenance, snow removal, traffic signals, and other public works issues, contact City Hall at 618-463-3500. SNOW REMOVAL: The city prioritizes main arterial roads and emergency routes first, followed by residential streets. During major snow events, please be patient as crews work to clear all roadways. STREET MAINTENANCE: Report potholes, damaged signs, or other street issues to the Public Works Department through City Hall. Residents are responsible for maintaining sidewalks adjacent to their property, including snow and ice removal within 24 hours of snowfall ending.
BUSINESS LICENSES	Business license applications and information are available at the City Clerk's office. Contact City Hall at 618-463-3500 for requirements and fees.
BUILDING PERMITS	Building permits are required for most construction, renovation, and improvement projects. Contact the Building & Zoning Department through City Hall at 618-463-3500 for permit applications and information about codes and requirements.
TOURISM & ATTRACTIONS	Alton is known for its historic sites, antique shopping, and scenic Mississippi River views. Popular attractions include the Lewis & Clark Historic Site, Alton Prison, and numerous historic homes and buildings.
MADISON COUNTY	For county services, property tax information, and county court matters, visit www.co.madison.il.us or call 618-692-6200.
VOTER REGISTRATION	Voter registration services are available at City Hall or through Madison County. For election information and voter registration, contact the City Clerk's office at 618-463-3500.

For more information, visit our website at www.cityofaltonil.gov or call City Hall at 618-463-3500