Rochelle Proclaims Linemen Appreciation Day

ROCHELLE — Mayor John Bearrows has proclaimed April 18, 2026, as Linemen Appreciation Day in the City of Rochelle. The proclamation recognizes utility linemen for their work building, maintaining, and repairing electrical infrastructure and for responding during storms and emergencies. It notes that linemen work in dangerous conditions with high voltage equipment and provide service around the clock to keep power flowing to the community. The proclamation encourages residents and businesses to recognize and thank linemen for their service.